You can always tell the person who take great pride in their work, and their craft. They are the ones who take great care of their tools as well. Another wonderful video, thank you for sharing.
I also have a Stihl MS270. Of the many related vlogs on maintaining the 270, most are by men, and you blow them away. BRAVO! 👏 You're attention to detail and thoroughness by far is the very best. KUDOS to you!
I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle ruclips.net/user/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 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.
Great video , i use the 261 for smaller firewood cutting and i think it's about a perfect little saw , light weight , nimble and plenty of power. I blow out all my saws after every use , I take care of my saws and they take care of me . You did a great job .
Never thought of cleaning out the clutch like you did, why I don’t really know. With the sprocket retaining e clip popping it off and cleaning the clutch out and checking the bearings is super easy as you show. Keeping the bearing lubricated and clean is important not only for the bearing but also keeping the chain brake operating properly by cleaning the goo off. Thanks for the great information, keep it coming!
Thank you! I just bought the same saw! Now I know how to take care of it! I had a husqvarna rancher 50, and never took care of it, now it's non functioning, ill do better with this one! Thank you for the help!
very impressed at the way you manage to service the whole saw with your gloves on. I start my day with the best intentions but as soon as i need to do any fine work(like removing the clutch clip) my gloves come off, and by the end of the day I'm wakling around with dirty/scarred hands trying to find where my golves went. beautiful smile BTW
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Bought a husqvarna 550 xp mk2 last month. When I wanted to try it out this weekend it would not start / would only start in full power / would die just like that. Finally I had it running and got in position to start cutting down a tree when it died again on me 😔 I’ve lost all trust in that 550xp saw and decided to return it. So Today I got a Stihl ms 261 c m 3.0 with the 04 light and full chisel. it started with the 4th pull. Keep up your great videos and thank you for your expertise!
Like the old saying goes look after your tools and your tools will look after you "and it's true" Espesially with something so dangerouse !! Yet another good up load Thanks !!
I have exactly same Stihl 261C as my main saw. Twice a year I clean it thoroughly by opening the chain brake mechanism and removing the spring. There is a lot of dirt below as well. Your saw seem pretty new. Mine has a lot of hours on it, but it has never failed. The most annoying thing would be to start early in the morning, drive 1 hour to the site just to find out that the saw is not working. That’s why I always keep my gear in a good shape. Happy sawing 👍🏽
This video is SO INCREDIBLY SATISFYING for myself, a gal that works on a ego driven tree crew that NEVER clean their saws it drives me crazier than them not letting me use it (to do a proper job) gosh even one guy was bragging about how he was running his w/o an air filter?!? Broo🙄 not for much longer.. ugh. Thank you so much for posting.
Love your videos! Simple to understand! Very thorough! As you well know if you take care of your equipment it will take care of you. Love your smile and your enthusiasm! God bless you!
I bought an MS 261 C-M when I was 15 years old. Now, three years later, it is still one of my favorite chainsaws. With the right technique you can fell larger trees with it, but it is also very suitable for cutting branches and for cutting firewood. Certainly with the tuning kit (3/8P 1,3mm), it cuts extremely fast.
I think I'm going to get the 261 for chunking down stems, Great and informative video! My tip for you would be to save those climbing gloves for jobs and get a box of latex gloves for cleaning up your saws!
I change my sprockets the moment they skip, that's why there are several sprockets in my saw kit for all my saws. I also level the bars at home with a linisher that has an abrasive wheel set to 90degrees to a flat table. Nice video lumberchick! x
Very good information .. Very few operators remove the the intake side cover of the saw to clean and lube where needed and inspect your starter rope .. I do once a month .. You have talent as when every i have taken the E clip off to remove the rim sproket and clutch drum the E clip ended up behind you in the weed patch never to be seen again.. Very good video .. you do well, keep making them..
Somehow while I was skipping through RUclips videos this video popped up on the sidebar so I decided to watch it. I have a Stihl MS170 that I mostly use for yard work and clearing shooting lanes for deer hunting and I hadn’t cleaned it since I bought it. Well after watching it I felt pretty guilty that I hadn’t cleaned it so this weekend I grabbed the saw and pulled it apart. Like you I didn’t have compressed air so I used an old paint brush and a small makeup brush that I found laying around and a can of WD40 to help remove the build up. I cleaned the chain brake, the bar and the bar oil holes and the air filter and the inside and outside of all the covers and now it’s squeaky clean and ready to go. I also felt guilty after seeing all the protective gear you wear. I should know better but I often cut without safety gear but soon after watching I bought a Stihl helmet and chainsaw pants. Not feeling so guilty anymore!
Great job on field cleaning ur saw. I always use a paint brush along side using a toothbrush when out on the job site. It’s able to get deeper into the crevices where the toothbrush can’t get. Makes it much easier once I get home and can use compressed air for the final touches. Stay safe out there and thanks for the informative video.
great to see you know how to look after your saws/tools im looking for older stihl 261 as i love to strip and clean them and then i do a simple woods port on them i own stihls/huskys and 3 solos all pro saws and all ported enjoy your work and stay safe .love from ireland,jimmy.
Hi! You also pay attention to the important things (maintenance), unfortunately many people don't pay attention to this... You love the chainsaw, you're a lady, that's a given :) The toothbrush is cute the way you use it, but it's practical! It's not big and doesn't take up a lot of space... So one point next to the toothbrush 😁👌I wish you happy and accident-free work from Hungary :)
Thanks for an informative video! I have the exact same saw, and I haven't really bothered to read the manual too much. This helps. Just subscribed to your channel!
Really great video, and it's a lovely saw... I feel like Luke Skywalker with a light-sabre the way it just slices through stuff... But ... I left mine over winter with some fuel in and now it won't run. I was hoping you would show us how to strip it right down to clean the water out the carb... and do an ultrasound clean of the carb itself, but of course, yours would never have that problem. Thanks for the great video anyway. I'll start keeping mine nice and clean from now on!
I don’t normally take my clutch apart, but after watching this video I tried it. It didn’t want to come apart due to all the saw dust and chain lube. Then the heat burnt it to harden it to the clutch drum. I think that is why my chain would sometimes turn at idle.
You might Convert Me from Husky to Stihl, ONLY You Could Do It 🤣😂😁. You Broke it Down to the Clutch, DANNNGGG‼ Good Info tho 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾. Keep'em Coming Sweets💗. Love your Gear ‼ As Always Stay Sweet💗, Safe and Blessed🙏🏾❣❣❣
Appreciate the vid... I admit I tend to defer my saw's maintenance to my husband more often than not because he's the company mechanic, but you've reminded me that cutting trees or logs isn't all about the fun. Taking care of the saw is part of the job. Just a note: consider wearing a lapel mic or delete the music to make it easier to hear you above the wind and background noise.
@@Femalelumberjack How about just using the same vid but just narrating externally using the post-processing video software? Might save you some time. I understand about the time crunch -- we all have busy schedules. Take care.
Great video. I service my own saws. But never thought of cleaning out the clutch area. Best way I found to re-install an e-ring is using a small pair of channel locks. Prevents stabing my hand as I've done in the past. And....no wonder I could not find Mty Christmas tree. You cut it down at beginning of your video :)
Great video! I didn't hear you mentioned if this was a new saw or not but it looks like it. Understanding how your equipment works and runs will allow you to take care of little problems before you have a major one :) Mike Morgan (Outdoors with the Morgan's) recently got a MS 261 and loves it. I still like your 500i best. We're still waiting in the States for it to be released :(
@@Femalelumberjack I spoke with Stihl USA several months ago. They don't believe we will get the 500i in the USA. He stated the power curve at max power allows the saw to exceed California Small Engine Emissions Requirement. That dumb state ruins a lot of good things for the rest of the country.
Ma’am I’m a new subscriber, I’m from the state of Louisiana 🦞. Just a good ole country boy, where r u located? Very unusual to see a beautiful woman like yourself working outside like you do ! Much respect ✊
Great video Felixia!!! Great and important information...you definitely should shoot more informative videos, it’s always nice to learn and refresh our knowledge on this stuff...suggestion, get the mic closer to you. We all love to hear you better
Regularly greasing the clutch needle bearing is essential on 261, known to wear crank shaft if left, very common to have a very wobbly bearing and worn cluch drum inner. Also the air injection system is a liability in short grained hardwood like dead eucalyptus, i have taped off the inlet at the flywheel and put air holes in the top cover with good results to keep filter cleaner for longer. Also worth sealing airfilter lip with grease in dusty cutting situations Cracking saw otherwise
I use an old paint brush along with compressed air. I clean the sprocket cover in the kitchen sink with Dawn and hot water and then blow it off and allow it to dry in the sun. I use high temp wheel bearing grease on the sprocket bearing. I put the E clip back on with kitchen pliers. I clean the sprocket with break cleaner.
I bought this saw yesterday. I missed the srewdriver ( TX 27 ) to open the left side of the saw. Have you bought this extra ?? Greetings from Germany Piet
I own to MS261C saw. For the bigger lumber, I purchased 18 inch bar. It remains to be seen - whether if saw has enough power. Biggers saws like MS462 and MS500i would serve that purpose better - probably not going to buy it new as the use will not be very frequent in my case. I am searching at least opportunity to test them before possible purchase. Occasionally local Stihl distributor organises these activities. Keep up posting the nice videos :-)
If using compressed air near the clutch mechanism, does it actually push the oily wood chips inside ? I do not have air compressor, so I do the cleaning with my old toothbrushes. Every Stihl should be supplied with a toothbrush :-)
Timo Kuhmonen you could use compressed air but I would still recommend to take it apart even more to clean the clutch maybe every second week. They really should come with toothbrush 😆
Yes it is a very good saw, here comes the big BUT. It is not a monster saw! It is a very good general purpose saw and has enough power for tree diameters of 12 inches and less. It will cut larger diameter trees but there are better suited more powerful saws like the 362 or the 462 for the bigger stuff. It is not that the 261 won’t cut through larger trees it is a matter of how long it will take you. For bucking firewood go for a bigger saw to save yourself effort and time. The 261 is light, easy to use and is a very high quality saw but being a 50 cc saw it has it’s limitations. I have both a 261 and a 462 and use the 462 for bucking the bigger stuff and the 261 for the smaller and really appreciate the lightness of both these saws. I am contemplating having the 261 ported to get a little more power out of it. It seems to be right on the edge power wise for me. Bar size and chain size is a determining factor with the 261. I suggest staying with the Stihl recommendations as far as chain and bars for this saw. 3/8ths chain is asking too much of it I think. I hope my input helps.
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You can always tell the person who take great pride in their work, and their craft. They are the ones who take great care of their tools as well. Another wonderful video, thank you for sharing.
John Simmer thank you
I also have a Stihl MS270. Of the many related vlogs on maintaining the 270, most are by men, and you blow them away. BRAVO! 👏 You're attention to detail and thoroughness by far is the very best. KUDOS to you!
I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle ruclips.net/user/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 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.
Great video , i use the 261 for smaller firewood cutting and i think it's about a perfect little saw , light weight , nimble and plenty of power. I blow out all my saws after every use , I take care of my saws and they take care of me . You did a great job .
dan clas thank you! Yes it’s so important to take care of the saws :)
Sthil is like a swiss watch. Love the way you care your tool. Even the plastics look shiny.
Never thought of cleaning out the clutch like you did, why I don’t really know. With the sprocket retaining e clip popping it off and cleaning the clutch out and checking the bearings is super easy as you show. Keeping the bearing lubricated and clean is important not only for the bearing but also keeping the chain brake operating properly by cleaning the goo off. Thanks for the great information, keep it coming!
Yes I put a bit of red grease on the roller bearing (not too much, just a smear)
My father is unwell, and not able to maintain his tools, so I'm learning how to do it for it him. Thank you for this.
Sorry to hear about your dad. Glad my videos are of help
Such a pretty smile. Thank you for using the old fashion methods, you have reinforced what I do and some great ideas. Thank you
I can't wait to get that saw. Wow your always looking so adorable working with those chainsaws. Keep on buckin little darling....
Thanks
Your welcome gorgeous
Tell me do you prefer the LIGHT bars over the ROLLOMATIC E or the ROLLOMATIC ES bars ?
Thank you! I just bought the same saw! Now I know how to take care of it! I had a husqvarna rancher 50, and never took care of it, now it's non functioning, ill do better with this one! Thank you for the help!
Thanks for the video! I operate a Stihl Farm Boss and I learned a great deal about maintenance.
very impressed at the way you manage to service the whole saw with your gloves on. I start my day with the best intentions but as soon as i need to do any fine work(like removing the clutch clip) my gloves come off, and by the end of the day I'm wakling around with dirty/scarred hands trying to find where my golves went. beautiful smile BTW
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Bought a husqvarna 550 xp mk2 last month. When I wanted to try it out this weekend it would not start / would only start in full power / would die just like that. Finally I had it running and got in position to start cutting down a tree when it died again on me 😔 I’ve lost all trust in that 550xp saw and decided to return it.
So Today I got a Stihl ms 261 c m 3.0 with the 04 light and full chisel. it started with the 4th pull.
Keep up your great videos and thank you for your expertise!
Like the old saying goes look after your tools and your tools will look after you "and it's true" Espesially with something so dangerouse !! Yet another good up load Thanks !!
Thank you
Just bought a 261 thank you
Brad Hanson awesome! You’re gonna love it
@@Femalelumberjack And I bought mine last week. C-M with light 04 bar. Like it already. Hope it lasts as long as my old MS260 did.
It looks great I am thinking of getting one
I have exactly same Stihl 261C as my main saw. Twice a year I clean it thoroughly by opening the chain brake mechanism and removing the spring. There is a lot of dirt below as well. Your saw seem pretty new. Mine has a lot of hours on it, but it has never failed.
The most annoying thing would be to start early in the morning, drive 1 hour to the site just to find out that the saw is not working. That’s why I always keep my gear in a good shape.
Happy sawing 👍🏽
I clean mine twice a day.
This video is SO INCREDIBLY SATISFYING for myself, a gal that works on a ego driven tree crew that NEVER clean their saws it drives me crazier than them not letting me use it (to do a proper job) gosh even one guy was bragging about how he was running his w/o an air filter?!? Broo🙄 not for much longer.. ugh. Thank you so much for posting.
Love your videos! Simple to understand! Very thorough! As you well know if you take care of your equipment it will take care of you. Love your smile and your enthusiasm! God bless you!
Thank you for showing us amateurs how to clean our saws.
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Keep the good work up enjoyable watching your help an advice 👍
J P thank you
Just done a year on all electric stihl tools very impressed an watched your vid on the 161t a very impressive chainsaw 👍
Great job 👍 All the chainsaw show You are the first one to clean the bearings.. I clean my saw like that to....
I bought an MS 261 C-M when I was 15 years old. Now, three years later, it is still one of my favorite chainsaws. With the right technique you can fell larger trees with it, but it is also very suitable for cutting branches and for cutting firewood. Certainly with the tuning kit (3/8P 1,3mm), it cuts extremely fast.
Robin Moens yes it’s a great saw
Its a small saw but man can it cut, great for felling!
I think I'm going to get the 261 for chunking down stems, Great and informative video! My tip for you would be to save those climbing gloves for jobs and get a box of latex gloves for cleaning up your saws!
Excellent information thank you! Have a great weekend greetings from Arizona 😎
I change my sprockets the moment they skip, that's why there are several sprockets in my saw kit for all my saws.
I also level the bars at home with a linisher that has an abrasive wheel set to 90degrees to a flat table.
Nice video lumberchick! x
Very good information .. Very few operators remove the the intake side cover of the saw to clean and lube where needed and inspect your starter rope .. I do once a month ..
You have talent as when every i have taken the E clip off to remove the rim sproket and clutch drum the E clip ended up behind you in the weed patch never to be seen again.. Very good video .. you do well, keep making them..
One of my favorite features about Sthil saws is that basic adjustments & maintenance are easier than any other saw brand.
Huck . Bowlt Thats what comes with them being the first to make a motorised chainsaw , and still years ahead of rest !
Somehow while I was skipping through RUclips videos this video popped up on the sidebar so I decided to watch it. I have a Stihl MS170 that I mostly use for yard work and clearing shooting lanes for deer hunting and I hadn’t cleaned it since I bought it. Well after watching it I felt pretty guilty that I hadn’t cleaned it so this weekend I grabbed the saw and pulled it apart. Like you I didn’t have compressed air so I used an old paint brush and a small makeup brush that I found laying around and a can of WD40 to help remove the build up. I cleaned the chain brake, the bar and the bar oil holes and the air filter and the inside and outside of all the covers and now it’s squeaky clean and ready to go. I also felt guilty after seeing all the protective gear you wear. I should know better but I often cut without safety gear but soon after watching I bought a Stihl helmet and chainsaw pants. Not feeling so guilty anymore!
😀 Another great video 👍🏻 Always great to see people taking pride in looking after their kit.
The Fully Charged Gardener thanks
I have never seen someone so applied !! I love my STIHL ❤️ ... see you soon ☺️
Great job at explaining things young lady!. Nice video!..
I heat mostly with wood and have the same saw.Three years and its been a great saw so far.
Excellent video on maintenance. Thanks
Well done. Just bought mine and can’t wait to go use it. BTW at 6:20 the word you were searching for is contracts.
I used a ms 261 for about 3 months there are great saws.
It's a GREAT saw!
Great job on field cleaning ur saw. I always use a paint brush along side using a toothbrush when out on the job site. It’s able to get deeper into the crevices where the toothbrush can’t get. Makes it much easier once I get home and can use compressed air for the final touches. Stay safe out there and thanks for the informative video.
great to see you know how to look after your saws/tools im looking for older stihl 261 as i love to strip and clean them and then i do a simple woods port on them i own stihls/huskys and 3 solos all pro saws and all ported enjoy your work and stay safe .love from ireland,jimmy.
Well done an excellent video and good see a girl for a change.
Thank you
I have some 026, a 260 and two 261. Great saws, the older ones runs better than the 261’ns, really solid saws👍
I always love your videos because I'm a tree cutter and harvesters you and I can so relate
Hi! You also pay attention to the important things (maintenance), unfortunately many people don't pay attention to this... You love the chainsaw, you're a lady, that's a given :) The toothbrush is cute the way you use it, but it's practical! It's not big and doesn't take up a lot of space... So one point next to the toothbrush 😁👌I wish you happy and accident-free work from Hungary :)
Great maintenance tips. a dab of Stihl Superlube grease will make the needle bearing last a long time. Thanks for sharing.
Hello from Canada.I just bought a new MS261C and love it.Great video. Take care
LoggerJohn01 thanks. 261 is a great saw
Thanks, after using the MS 261 for awhile ,I notice it really can be thirsty on fuel, Not sure if this is normal ? What your opinion . Thanks
@@loggerjohn01 I don't find my 261 particularly thirsty
Compared to my older saws it seems like a pig on fuel. Might have to talk to my dealer. Thanks
I run two ms261c and 1 is hard on fuel the other not so much ,must be a problem with the saw,I like to know what ???
Thanks for an informative video! I have the exact same saw, and I haven't really bothered to read the manual too much. This helps. Just subscribed to your channel!
Glad you liked it
Great video gal! You use a toothbrush like I do! Love it! Hope you have a great day! Thanks for the video!
how beautiful you always use new machines
Best saw by far for ground work, even used it at heights but overall a great professional saw 👍
The double felling spike and roller catcher kit from ms361 fits 261 too
Thanx for that info, I need better spikes on mine.
Very cool, thanks to the high def video I was able to get the part number off that 16 inch bar.
Hey Danmark. Loved the video. A fellow chainsaw geek from Iceland
Great video thanks for the helpful information
You’re welcome
Really great video, and it's a lovely saw... I feel like Luke Skywalker with a light-sabre the way it just slices through stuff... But ... I left mine over winter with some fuel in and now it won't run. I was hoping you would show us how to strip it right down to clean the water out the carb... and do an ultrasound clean of the carb itself, but of course, yours would never have that problem. Thanks for the great video anyway. I'll start keeping mine nice and clean from now on!
Just wanted to say your awesome 👍🏼
Thank you!!!
Great video, will do this to my 4 saws. Thank you.
I don’t normally take my clutch apart, but after watching this video I tried it. It didn’t want to come apart due to all the saw dust and chain lube. Then the heat burnt it to harden it to the clutch drum. I think that is why my chain would sometimes turn at idle.
You might Convert Me from Husky to Stihl, ONLY You Could Do It 🤣😂😁. You Broke it Down to the Clutch, DANNNGGG‼ Good Info tho 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾. Keep'em Coming Sweets💗. Love your Gear ‼ As Always Stay Sweet💗, Safe and Blessed🙏🏾❣❣❣
Nice instructive video. The only item I miss is the cleaning of the oil-outlet and the hole in the chainbar.
MaartenVScheppingen I thought of that when editing the video but didn’t want to just put it in writing 🙈
Appreciate the vid... I admit I tend to defer my saw's maintenance to my husband more often than not because he's the company mechanic, but you've reminded me that cutting trees or logs isn't all about the fun. Taking care of the saw is part of the job. Just a note: consider wearing a lapel mic or delete the music to make it easier to hear you above the wind and background noise.
I know the sound is awful in this vid.. I’ll make another when I find time to do so 😊
@@Femalelumberjack How about just using the same vid but just narrating externally using the post-processing video software? Might save you some time. I understand about the time crunch -- we all have busy schedules. Take care.
Great video. I service my own saws. But never thought of cleaning out the clutch area. Best way I found to re-install an e-ring is using a small pair of channel locks. Prevents stabing my hand as I've done in the past. And....no wonder I could not find Mty Christmas tree. You cut it down at beginning of your video :)
👍👍👍👍, you have undestand the importent to make clean and adjust the chain and the gard...
Great video! I didn't hear you mentioned if this was a new saw or not but it looks like it. Understanding how your equipment works and runs will allow you to take care of little problems before you have a major one :) Mike Morgan (Outdoors with the Morgan's) recently got a MS 261 and loves it. I still like your 500i best. We're still waiting in the States for it to be released :(
Ken Spreutels the saw is 8 months old. It’s a great saw!
I can’t believe the 500i is still not in the states.. hopefully you’ll get it soon
@@Femalelumberjack I spoke with Stihl USA several months ago. They don't believe we will get the 500i in the USA. He stated the power curve at max power allows the saw to exceed California Small Engine Emissions Requirement. That dumb state ruins a lot of good things for the rest of the country.
Thanks handsome Miss. I like you with a chainsaw on the Camera but also all the things u did. Have a good day.
Thanks
Nice job on video thank you
Thanks
Thanks for a great video! I personally always check the tension on all the screws on the saw when the clutch cover is removed.
I love your videos, you are awesome lady!
I just stumbled across this video. Well done. I’m now a subscriber
What a beauty. Those eyes. Go girl. You are so cool.
Me encantan tus videos. No hablo ingles lamentablemente. Eres muy didactica. Gracias. Thank you!!
This was like ASMR for lumberjacks 😴
Ma’am I’m a new subscriber, I’m from the state of Louisiana 🦞. Just a good ole country boy, where r u located? Very unusual to see a beautiful woman like yourself working outside like you do ! Much respect ✊
Thanks.
I’m from Denmark
Great video Felixia!!! Great and important information...you definitely should shoot more informative videos, it’s always nice to learn and refresh our knowledge on this stuff...suggestion, get the mic closer to you. We all love to hear you better
Lui Ferreira thank you! Yes I’ll get on that sound
This video helped me a lot, thankyou
Happy to hear that
Regularly greasing the clutch needle bearing is essential on 261, known to wear crank shaft if left, very common to have a very wobbly bearing and worn cluch drum inner.
Also the air injection system is a liability in short grained hardwood like dead eucalyptus, i have taped off the inlet at the flywheel and put air holes in the top cover with good results to keep filter cleaner for longer. Also worth sealing airfilter lip with grease in dusty cutting situations
Cracking saw otherwise
What kind of grease do you suggest to keep the needle greased up?
Votre vidéo est très utile pour moi,car j ai aussi une sthil ms 261 et c est intéressant de montrer comment la démonter pour l entretenir 👍👍🙂
Great video you definitely take good care of your saw's . My stihl's don't get treated that good . I run them hard and they treat me good. 😁👍
You did a great job
great video! thank you!
You’re welcome
Nice video
Keep up the good work, new subscriber from Denmark😊
Nice Job😄
thanks
Sweet saw beautiful lady
I wanted to buy one but they don't offer the 261 in Mexico only the 260 😑 but I will import one soon
Thank you for the information.
You’re welcome
I use an old paint brush along with compressed air. I clean the sprocket cover in the kitchen sink with Dawn and hot water and then blow it off and allow it to dry in the sun. I use high temp wheel bearing grease on the sprocket bearing. I put the E clip back on with kitchen pliers. I clean the sprocket with break cleaner.
Mark of a pro. Looking after your tools. Look after your kit, it looks after you.
Not long bought the MS 251 for smaller work , I have a MS 360 had since new 15 years still going strong . C Taylor .
I bought this saw yesterday. I missed the srewdriver ( TX 27 ) to open the left side of the saw.
Have you bought this extra ??
Greetings from Germany
Piet
Another very informative video beautifully done. Off topic but what the two glass jars if liquid on the posts?
They are solar powered lightbulbs now with water in them 😆
I own to MS261C saw. For the bigger lumber, I purchased 18 inch bar. It remains to be seen - whether if saw has enough power. Biggers saws like MS462 and MS500i would serve that purpose better - probably not going to buy it new as the use will not be very frequent in my case. I am searching at least opportunity to test them before possible purchase. Occasionally local Stihl distributor organises these activities. Keep up posting the nice videos :-)
261 should pull a 20" bar without problems
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that's beautiful all is clear
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If using compressed air near the clutch mechanism, does it actually push the oily wood chips inside ? I do not have air compressor, so I do the cleaning with my old toothbrushes. Every Stihl should be supplied with a toothbrush :-)
Timo Kuhmonen you could use compressed air but I would still recommend to take it apart even more to clean the clutch maybe every second week.
They really should come with toothbrush 😆
Great video! Its also very important to clean the cooling fins! :)
This is a dumb question but do you use stihl multi lube for the clutch sprocket needle bearing?
Very useful video, gave me the confidence to strip mine to clean it out properly. Better sound quality would have helped. Thank you.
Thank you, yes I’ve changed my audio setup for my other videos
Do you ever flip your bar? To prevent excessive wearing.
Is it a good saw I was think about get the ms 261 animatronic carberater
Yes it is a very good saw, here comes the big BUT. It is not a monster saw! It is a very good general purpose saw and has enough power for tree diameters of 12 inches and less. It will cut larger diameter trees but there are better suited more powerful saws like the 362 or the 462 for the bigger stuff. It is not that the 261 won’t cut through larger trees it is a matter of how long it will take you. For bucking firewood go for a bigger saw to save yourself effort and time. The 261 is light, easy to use and is a very high quality saw but being a 50 cc saw it has it’s limitations. I have both a 261 and a 462 and use the 462 for bucking the bigger stuff and the 261 for the smaller and really appreciate the lightness of both these saws. I am contemplating having the 261 ported to get a little more power out of it. It seems to be right on the edge power wise for me. Bar size and chain size is a determining factor with the 261. I suggest staying with the Stihl recommendations as far as chain and bars for this saw. 3/8ths chain is asking too much of it I think. I hope my input helps.
I like your saw I have the 180 C
Great saw! Great vid. I sometimes suggest for folks to check the chain oiler channels-they can plug up. Great stuff-thanks-stay safe