I am a stihl tech. the reason stihl only recommend a 20' bar with the 391 is the bar oiling system .I was told ,it will not adequately oil the longer bars. but i have seen many with longer bars . keep an eye on your bar and chain to make sure they are getting enough oil.

@TheWoodsmanMilling

4 жыл бұрын

I run a 25 on mine, with the oiler set at the max setting, and it oils it just fine. Anything over 25 is where it becomes a risk.

@raimopuuvark

20 сағат бұрын

It runs even 18" bar half dry

You can’t go wrong with a Stihl saw, love them.

@barnyardbrio7597

10 ай бұрын

so true

Love my 391, broke it in while cutting down an oak tree. Have had it for just under a year now, works great. Frequently did a muffler mod on the saw, pulls a 25” full comp chain like a champ (better than stock), definitely runs amazing with a 24” full skip chain as well. It runs great with premium gas as well, recommend using it after break in.

I have had my 391 since 07 that saw has made me a lot of money! I run a 28inch bar with a skip tooth chain on it I have had it like that since the day I bought it never ever had an problems with this saw! Great medium weight saw I have a lot of saws this one was my first and it has never had any problems.

@All_glory_to_jesus_

20 күн бұрын

What exact bar and chain are you running and any mods? I wanna try this on mine

Thanks for sharing.

Boy, that cat is very vocal...saying "pick me up, I need camera time too". Be safe guys.

@BroqueCowgirlHomestead

4 жыл бұрын

Lol I thought the same thing meow meow meow

@turtlewolfpack6061

Ай бұрын

Haha! Exactly!

That certainly is a sweet looking saw . Nice Valentines Day gift for yourself . LOL .All engines need a break in period . The saw will get better in time . Even my diesel truck had a break in period . Couldn't go over 80 miles hr for 1000 miles . Then another 1000 miles pulling a trailer before I could pull my big 5th wheel . Break in period is important . So glad you got a longer chain . Was watching you hesitate there for a second and was thinking don't be lazy . Get the longer chain . Your truck will thank you for it .

I just bought this chainsaw two days ago. This thing is a beast. Well worth what I paid for it.

I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle kzread.infoUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and it did a great job. I used the lever for the built in sharpener to clear chip buildup out more than to actually sharpen the chain. It managed to cut some hardwood stumps much larger than it's size without bothering the neighbors with hours of 2 stroke noise.

Hi...... Country View Acres, thank you for sharing your video homestead 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 🎥👍👍👍

That is a beautiful saw! Great video Evan! Your homestead is beautiful! God bless!

Once you get used to running a faster cutting saw ,you will use that saw more and more . With the longer bar you don't have to bend over to cut on the ground. That is also a plus . Congratulations sir

@420fro1

4 жыл бұрын

@Dave A I run a 24 " bar on mine and burn 22 inch logs . So I start at the right side of the log lay the saw sideways down the log and us the tip of the bar to score the bark. Then cut all the pieces and they are the same lenth

Been running a 24" bar for years on a 039 Stilh and have had no problems wiht the saw bogging down even in big trees that you cut from both sides to get through. Run premium non-ethanol gas and you will get years of service out of that saw. I have a 250 Stihl I use to cut limbs and small trees and it sure saves the back. Enjoyed the clip son, god bless.

@ashleywoolnough4884

4 жыл бұрын

steve horvathsteve are you cutting hard or soft wood? I have an 039 with 20” bar and it regularly bogs down in the cut. My mates 390 does exactly the same thing. We are cutting Australian hardwoods

Ow! that is a mighty fine looking chainsaw Evan. Look out trees here he comes.

I love watching a new saw and sharp chain. Sometimes you wonder the way it rips through wood if that's the best day it's ever going to see. (until I finally got better at sharpening). WOW!!! what a price!! I was expecting 100 bucks more. Nice work on shopping around.

@CountryViewAcres

4 жыл бұрын

At one store the 20" version was $40 more than the 25" I bought. I am glad I was able to find a reasonable price.

Hey buddy.... It keeps dying because it needs carb adjustments for the cold weather. Also take off the air cover and there might be a cold air adjustment too. Look in your manual. And try and refuse to pull the trigger all the way until it's broken in. 5-10 tanks have to run through it to be broken in. Arborist from Wisconsin. Great videos Oh yeah ps. You'll love that 25"bar for bucking. Less bending over when you get good with it. :).

@TheWoodsmanMilling

4 жыл бұрын

The 391 does have a cold weather setting. I believe the cold weather settings start at the 271. Also, I've contacted Stihl directly, and the only time you don't run a saw at wot is when it's not under load.

@viperstrike3827

3 жыл бұрын

our 311 got a HARD break in

Always liked longer bars not as work by the end of the day. Longer bar less bending over. Nice saw looks like it will keep you in wood to split for quite a while. 👍

Awesome saw, I have 3 of them. The 25 in bar can get a little heavy after a long day. But it’s worth it! Good luck!

I bought ms 391 saw 4 years ago. The best saw I ever bought so far. No problems yet.

@canecutter77

9 ай бұрын

Your lucky, I got a dog.

New saw days are the best days! Nice work!!

Those are great saws , I’ve got 3 of them. If you open the muffler a little bit it will run a 25” chain a lot better. I have 362 saws also but the 391 with muffler mods will blow the 362c away.

Stihl is the best!

@BradleyAdams-nj5hc

4 ай бұрын

Fur sure dude .😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

I have a friend who uses stihl chainsaws and his experience is using the stihl specific oil for the gas mixture makes it run better.

@Born2doom

3 жыл бұрын

All I run is Stihl oil! Very clean

Nice job man. That 391 is a great firewood saw. I say go big or go home. Heck I use my 661 to cut firewood. Lol yes it's heavy but instead of having it in my hands for a few minutes im usually only "on"the saw for a few seconds. My back can't take holding a smaller saw forever. 👍👍

Good purchase price! Very pleased to see your concern for safety in clothing and technique.Bet it's nice not looking at those dead tree's any more. Now for the stumps!

Your excitement is infectious Evan. You've been waiting a long time for your latest toy.

Good deal I just bought one in 2021 and cost 600 with the 25 inch bar

I've had a ms441c for many years now and love it. Aside from the weight, which is offset by its performance it's an awesome saw. I use it for firewood and with an Alaskan mill. I use a 16 or 20" bar with my vertical Alaskan mill and the 20 or 28" bar with the horizontal mill. The 20" bar is my go to for firewood, but the 28" handles the larger stuff.

@ciphercode2298

Жыл бұрын

Bought me a ms250 to work in conjunction with my 441 and anything under 20" I just use the ms250. It's a fantastic light saw that actually cuts quite well,as long as you understand its limitations. I'm also working on an old ms310 that's sat for years and years. It needs the carburetor and hoses replaced and probably a new coil. Itd be an in between saw that I'll keep a 20" bar on for some mid sized wood or as a backup.

Hay Guy, I deeply appreciate the time & attention you took to share. I'm engaged with a serious recon here at the Cow Camp wit a spanking new 391 sittings here at my feet. Your flick & comments are valuable where the rubber meets the road. I can't thank you enough. YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE! Semper Fi & Virtus Junxit Mors Non-Seperabit -14*

Hello,now four years later you probably know,you should buy pro saw(362,400,462,500i) instead 391 at first place.At least i know,now😂 Great video👍🏻

that's a great saw. run ethanol free gas through it and it will last many years. my two (021/029) are both well over 20 years old and have never had power head repairs.

@michael7423

4 жыл бұрын

I agree pure gas is the way to go with any carbureted engine.

@monchateauamoi3641

4 жыл бұрын

@@michael7423 I run premium only in mine.

Chainsaw worked great, cheers buddy

I have a ms 362 and I love it and I’m running a 25” bar on mine . Someday get a 28” bar for it !

Wow,very nice chainsaw. I have the 371, and love it.

@jamesharless5357

4 жыл бұрын

I miss spoke, mine is a 271.

You're a tough dude Evan. Great video 👍 and Happy Valentine's Day. Hope you and Mrs will have a special day today ❣️

That 25" is good for felling big trees but a ms251 with 18" bar will buck and limb without destroying your back.

I bought my 311 with a 25" bar. Its a 59cc saw its runs it just fine. That 391 wont have any problem.

Loving that pretty cat , please keep it at your home as you do with your dog☘️

My dad has that saw and it is the best Saw's ever

I’m a little jealous. I wish I had the 25” bar. But as far as the 391 goes, I bought a used 390 several years ago, modded the muffler, pulled the plastic plugs in the carb to reset the fuel mix, got it running to 13,500 rpm. The throttle response is much better, but still has a little lag. But performance wise, the 39* line of chainsaws are as good as the 36* pro line chainsaws. The pro line is about $300 more, which is worth it for professionals using a saw 8 hours a day, but the 39* saws are beasts which perform like a pro saws, and give everybody, except perhaps professionals, exceptional performance for the life of the user. I love this saw!

I know right..🐈 really wants some loving😂.. pick me up please🤲

Yeah it wore me out to but damn great cutting speed and power. Have to get it tacked up some before chewing through the tree

I have an old McCulloch i bought new in the early 90's and it has a 27 inch bar and a 4.2 C.I. motor and it rips! I wore out the motor and rebuilt it and i still use it to this day. It has never missed a beat. BTW, you put tension on your choker BEFORE you cut the tree.

Good job👍

Nice cat, have had 391 with a 25 inch bar for years nice smaller wood wacking saw.....non pro but does pretty good

Thats an excellent deal for that saw. I work for a public works dept.. we use a saw every day. I was a tree man before starting, so i was a pro saw snob. But i like the 391.. we have a 25 on ours too. Ive used it now for five years. Ive replaced wear parts only. And a bar stud that got stripped .. all replaced by me in 10 mins or less. If its lived thru 5 years of abuse and use from us.. it will last you many more years.. i still use ours every day. Got a large live oak thats gotta be cut tomorrow. Im gonna square grind the chain, mod the muffler and let her rip

New toys are so much fun.

Those are pretty good saws. I've got an ms 390 which is the previous model. You should have bought a pro model, theres night and day difference in ranch and pro saws.

@noahranker4133

4 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Frecking only double the price too

@jonathanfrecking1210

4 жыл бұрын

@@noahranker4133 you get what you pay for. Buy once cry once is how I look at it. I've cut a lot of wood with my 390 and it's a good saw but for longevity the pro saw is the way to go.

@stevenmiddagh6265

4 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanfrecking1210 , a pro saw is nice but spendy and not needed most of the time. I've had both grades of saws they both work fine. As far as how long they last it all depends on how you take care of them.

Whats funny is I use a skip chain and a 32" bar on my ms391. I love it.

i bought a ms391 with a 25 inch bar and it runs great, i got a used 20 inch oregon bar on ebay and it makes it easier to run all day and because home depot and lowes dont carry 25 inch chains you have to go to the dealer for those

Lol. Just like any guy, “Well the weather is absolute crap......But I got a new toy, so we’re just gonna roll with it!”

@CountryViewAcres

4 жыл бұрын

👍

Have been running a 391 for about a decade now, not a bad saw at all, no idea on the hours used. Due for a new clutch, have fixed the stupid ignition contacts, keep the chain sharp. And thats in Aussie Jarrah wood, not this soft white whatever you yanks and canucks are cutting 😂

What dboz417 says is right on. I bought A new Stihl weedeater onetime and kept taking it back to the shop. The guy kept telling me to run only 89 to 92 Octane and it'll run fine. He was right. Another thing will help is mix your gas a little richer. Instead of using a whole gallon of gasoline fill your can about 8 tenth of a gallon. This works great for me.

Of course they may all be the same but I think a clevis with a screw in pin is a shackle. The clevis with a pin that has a key is a clevis. But may not matter. Good looking saw. Good video.

Just ordered the 25" bar! Currently running an 18" on my 391.

I bought a MS261 2 years ago. I took about 12 gas tanks to break-in nicely.

@ArcherHHS

4 жыл бұрын

I think the 261 will be my next power equipment purchase

@LibertyGarden

4 жыл бұрын

@@ArcherHHS You won't regret it. It's a pleasure to run because it's so light.

@ArcherHHS

4 жыл бұрын

I hope so. I have a Ms 250 and a husq 350. Both great firewood saws. Just want something a little bit bigger that I never have to worry about again if i take care it

It's good to have a smaller one-hand-chainsaw to cut off the branches, so you take the big one for the log. Well done! 😊👍🏻

The 25 in. saw did the job. Looks like you have more log splitting to do.

I agree ,l recently bought a Ms 295 with a 18 inch bar,and compared to the other 18 inch saw it's at least 2 lbs heavier. I guess they are made to last.

That's a fine chainsaw! I'm proud for ya

Here in Colorado, the gasoline at the pumps has ethanol in it. Small engines do better without the ethanol. I go to the airport and buy "aviation" gas. No ethanol and higher octane. That may help with the sluggishness also. Love watching your videos.

@jbraeslamb

4 жыл бұрын

...that's a very valid point. I must check out our petrol here in the UK for that same issue.

@howtogetoutofbabylon8978

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Find Premium Gas with NO ethanol. You can ruin an engine fast. The other thing is ALWAYS shake the heck out of your gas can before filling the saw, and shake the saw before starting. This keeps water or and contaminants like ethanol from hitting the engine in one blast.

Awww pick him up Dad!!!

Husqvarna is a great saw but big STIHL powersaws have a mystique that is legendary.

I’m looking at a 361 for my bucking saw lol. But bigger saw yeah. My 661 is great. I think a 361 will be a nice compliment

More chain was indeed a good choice!

your cat is driving my dogs crazy !! LOL

@CountryViewAcres

4 жыл бұрын

That is funny, when I went to edit the video, the cat meow sent our dog Maggie into a frenzy also. LOL

Good morning and a great video Evan and Rebecca. That saw is a great piece of equipment for your farm, read the break in instructions and see if you have to run it at full throttle a little while and then have to let it come to full throttle before touching the wood? The engine may be computerized and have to adjust itself? It will get better and you will get better at horsing it around so much 😉. The felling worked out great, good job. Thanks for sharing with us.

I like your 'ole orange cat Evan...lol. I have chainsaw envy though.... the "clevis" is actually a screw-pin anchor shackle. I used to work in a rigging house. :)

@CountryViewAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Shackle, I knew I knew I was saying the wrong thing. Thanks.

So size Does matter - My wife's been telling me that for years! 😜

Thx

I’m a really fan of your channel and now every time I need to check if it’s everything ok with my cats hahaha cause I keep hearing yours meowing

good price. pays to shop around bud. I really like my 390 . I opened mine up pretty good. carb. Tune & 25" Full skip on the bar. made big difference. but yours is to new yet. mine is on my channel. cut on dude.THANX. put a full skip on that thing.

I loved the part with the cat.

Just got my MS 391 with 25" bar today. About that fuel and 'dogging' problem... as far as the 2023 models go, Stihl premix 0 Ethanol fuel is all it's designed to use. In fact, at the dealer today I was informed that using anything other than the specified fuel would void my warranty immediately. So, after the safety and operation training (apparently required in this State), I purchased 1 gallon (yes ONE gallon) for $42.43. Now about why I bought it in the first place... I had some pros come in and cut a historic water oak down in my back yard. The trunk 12" above ground level measures 9'10" across. Over 85 feet tall with 70 - 80 ft horizintals at 3'+ diameter. My job: make 5 years of fire wood. My prediction: Using the specified fuel and retaining my warranty will cost over $500.00 (not counting bar oil and lunches). Otherwise, it's the best saw I"ve ever owned/operated. It's fast, strong as all get out, and safe. I worked for a large tree company in the past so I've pretty much used everything. Good thing tho, nobody will want to borrow my saw if I tell them they have to furnish the fuel.

Hi, I just won one in a competition along wityh a Honda 2018 quad and a rock log splitter and a tipping kellfri timber trailer for £20. How lucky was that. Love your videos.

Look good I like it

clevis is right, because the pin is threaded. shackle is right if the pin is smooth and has a cotter pin,etc........g

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Nice saw, it started easily.

I just thought id give you this for general info. Echo has been the leader in all small hand tool warranty related items as they stand behind their product on a huge scale - 5 years on the engines/machines when purchased on a general consumer level. this has got to say something about their product, in fact I was told by the local distributor (not retail store but the actual local distributor supplier) that echo tests all the engine related equipment at a 200:1 fuel ratio for 100 hours. this has got to say something about their product. I've owned all my echo hand tools for over 10 years now which is used daily on a commercial level and have never had any problems other than minor things/wear & tear issues, the engines and machines have worked flawlessly for 8-10 years (I have purchased all my equipment over a 2 year period when I first bought everything) & I never once have had to use the warranty (in fact I have my equipment registered on the commercial level which is only a 2 year warranty and on that not its still a heck of a warranty considering my equipment it often abused on a commercial level - that being that they get ran daily). you may pay a bit more in cost but the old saying is you pay for what you get. to add to this I often think of replacing my old echo stuff with new echo machines but then I come to my senses and tell myself why - the stuff I got is working flawlessly, why should I replace something I don't need to - just to give you a idea on how reliable all the equipment I have is. (I have multiple items 4 -large 280 trimmers W/various multi attachments, 3 large backpack blowers, 3 smaller chipper/shredder vac/blowers, 2 hedge trimmers, 2 of each - small, medium & large chain saws - sorry I don't know all the model #'s, but each item has worked flawlessly for my company.) I own more than one of each piece of equipment for versatility purposes, I can keep equipment loaded on to trucks & trailers without having to remove them). www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Consumer-Warranty

I use the stihl moto mix in my ms 271 it does real good on it and mine isn't even broke in either

Good old fashion gas cans.... :)

Nice job!!

Best video by far that I have watched for the 391 thank you I just bought one and can’t wait to use it!

kitty says hello lol

Should be a great saw for you. It really tore through the big stuff well. I was getting tired watching you limb up the tree with that heavy saw though. Got some great firewood there. Good video!

Looks like the 391 has plenty of power for that 25 inch bar and chain

The saw should definitely run better after 6-7 tanks have been through it. Also make sure you're using at least 91, 93 octane, ethanol free would be best as you know. Before starting to cut the tree, pre-tension the line. Nice saw, thumbs up !

Not a bad idea to duct tape the hooks on the log chain so they can't unhook if it goes slack for any reason.

You have great patience with that phsyco cat 🐈

Use Stihl 2cycle only I've had a ms361 for 13 years I put 1 spark plug in it when I bought this the 361 was commercial

That’s going to be a great saw for you, also it looks like that cat is there to stay you might as well name it .

LOL. My first thought was "oh no" when you talked about pulling on the tree with your truck. Glad you had enough chain to keep it a safe distance away. I have a Stihl MS-271 Farm Boss with a 20" bar that I use for some of the larger trees on our property, and I have been very pleased with it. Even that smaller saw is a bit heavy to use for an extended period of time (for me). That saw that you purchased looks like a very nice one and should serve you well. One other note, I hate bucking logs (cutting up into firewood logs) on the ground because my clumsy behind will always end up running the chain into the ground. You did a very good job.

It’ll break in after 10-15 tanks. If it’s bogging like that from idle to a 3rd of the rpms you need to adjust your low speed set screw. Low speed supplys maybe 25-30% of the fuel required to run. Your high speed needle supply’s the other 70% plus fuel needed. If it’s bogging down already it’ll only get worse as the rings set. High speed set screw is from mid throttle to full throttle. The high speed adjustment is the one that if adjusted wrong it’ll burn up your piston and cylinder. Hope that helps.

It is improper technique use your trigger hand to engage/disengage the chain brake. Roll your wrist forward to engage. Use your fingers on the same hand to disengage. When fuel is low the saw will idle high, potentially spinning the chain. If you were to over shoot the chain brake, miss and contact the chain, it's over man.

Here kitty kitty kitty !!!!!!!!

I better move my truck, love it---

Sweet!

Great saw use 89 octane & 50:1 oil. You cut wood like a professional. Thanks

If you buy another get the Stihl 500SI