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Was wondering your opinion on brand of chainsaw? Not for pro use. I had a local mechanic tell me that homelite is cheap. So I guess I have narrowed it down to Stihl, poulan pro, or husky. What is your opinion on these? I realize the poulan pro is about $100 cheaper, is it a fairly good saw for the money? I am looking into the 45cc range. Any advice helps, thatnks.
Hello Imcdill:
I have no Use for Stihl. Over Priced and all you Pay for is the Name. I use Poulan or Husqvarna. Poulan Gives Very Good Service for the Price as Does Husqvarna. I Mix All my 2 Cycle Oil at 32 to 1 and Havent had Any Problems with Either Saw(other than chain, bars and Carburator Rebuilds) for Over 14 Years. Hope this Helps. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
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John C. Bridgers Sr.
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Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Small Engines (Air and Water Cooled) and their Associated Equipment as well as Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.
Experience
I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.
Education/Credentials
Technical College for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. This was a Full Course on Complete Dis-assembly and Repair of ALL Components pertaining to Engines, Transmissions, Rear Ends, Electrical. I Found the Small Engines to be Interesting because they are Small and Simple.
Past/Present Clients
I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.
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