Yep after my dad ran 090’s falling large diameter river red gums in australia for over a decade he said as soon as the 066 came out that was it he ran them ever since and they were the main work saw for everything for him and his boys. 30 years of logging and never changed after that. Says a lot about the saw ay.
So true. I tried all the other's but only the 660 magnum rips through gum tree's like a beast. It's heavy but it's the only saw with the grunt to handle the bark and resin without choking up the bar or running out of steam. I would not waste my money on anything else.
I agree about the 066 mag! Very loyal saw! Back when our oak averaged 30-40 inches dbh this is what I ran! That and the husky 2100! Both had that tree killing 40 mm stroke!
I take either a 064, 066, or MS660 everyday to the woods. When the new saws crap out they finish the job. 32 years on my first 064 and still going strong. My local Stihl dealer still does complete rebuilds on the older models. It is great that you still do them as well Donny, these old saws are worth being rebuilt for sure.
Hey Mr Walker...hope your doing well. Just found this video and it's funny you've talked about the longevity and reliability of the 660....I actually have one I bought brand new about6 years ago and it came with a full wrap bar. Hopefullymine is includedin the 660 list...I've only cut about 10 to 20 cords with it because I have two 372xp's, and a 440 magnum I bought in 04....like you said as long as it's a good saw...and the huskys are that. The 440 is the one I'd like to make mention of...I usually cut anywhere from 10 to 20 cords per year and the 440 magnum has been my predominant saw from 04 to about 2020 when I picked up the first husky. That 440 has cut many many cords of wood and has never been into a shop for anything...its been the most reliable saw that I've owned so far. I will say that I give some of the credit to the oil I run in the gas, but it'd been an amazing saw. I'm 60 and live in eastern oregon...I wish your shop was closer....well I just thought I'd mention this and keep up with these videos...ive learned a ton from buckin's videos and am looking forward to watching yours. Take care and happy new year Ray Scott
Another great informational video Donny! And thanks again for hot rodding my little 346. Definitely my favorite saw out of ported 550, 562, and muffler modded 7900 dolmar and 261 husqvarna. Your little 346 is by far my favorite!!
Howdy Mr. Donny,yes the 066 and.660 are.all.the power you need,l have 4or5 of each they are great,but my 044 is my favorite but in bid stuff the 660's really show.the muscle for.sure don't like to beat up the 044 in the bigs,I'm new to you guys but man the knowledge you all are sharing is second to none,and.all we really have here is our knowledge and family, so great stuff,thanks John!!!
Good info on the old 660 saw my self I Owen a661 I had 441 until some one decided I did not kneed it no Moore took it out my truck .as for the weather been going trough the same in Northern California it’s not good when with hot weather because you can go and cut wood the forest serves cut wood cutting and logging down
My 056 mag II have full wrap handles my first 066 in 1993 have the 3/4 handle....ran Husqvarna 2100 to....tons of power....your right the Huskies nickel and dime you....Stihl very reliable and dependable Shoe
Hi Donny. Love the videos. Especially the one on the new 390 cylinder you fixed. Can you show more new factory cylinders before you port them. I really like seeing detailed video of the stock pistons and cylinders. Thanks so much for the videos.
Thank you for addressing the handle angle on husky. I absolutely love the 372, but that dang angle smokes my wrist... So I became a Jonsered 2071/2171 guy. Plus, that lowback is just beautiful. RIP Jonsered. Such a sad fate for such an influential manufacturer. Anyways, you are correct, the 066/660 is phenomenal!! Heavy, overbuilt, but dependable and great predictable power. Nothing against the 394/395, which is a purebred... But the 066 is a true workhorse.
Nice to hear this. My 066 magnum is still cranking after I bought new in 1995!! I would like to have it gone through and walkerized. I have had an oiling prob with a 36 inch bar on it. You may have shed some light on the problem with the oil drive explanation. What would it cost to walkerize and go through it? Thnx Donny
I think the ms 440 is the best saw ever built but the 660 is a good reliable saw. The 440 weighs a good five pounds less than the 660 and almost has the same performance. I have both.
Looking good without the specs my friend ✌️.Hope all is well with you and the new place. This heat wave is pretty bad in Alberta, lots of smoke even in the south region. Stay safe and keep praying for rain.. Happy friggin Friday man. 👍
Funny, even though I'm a Husqvarna fan I agree it's one of the best if not the best ever for sure. Two things come to mind. BECAUSE it has such a good design, even the clones work and survive based on that design. Think about that for a second. And it's life span in the market place surpassed the 372 with the ms660. ( 372 X-torq is a completely different design than a 371/2 OE ) Only reason I may put the 371/2 ahead is they really pushed the power to weight along with rubber boot , antivibration, and quad port :) BUT A "Holy Grail" saw for me is a clean 066 at some point in my life. :)
Not yet. It will happen at some point I'm sure. Also for me I LIKED those "Hockey puck" anti vid systems. Liked the solid feel more than the later still spring systems
I have a 066 since new. Unfortunately I am now 83 and have trouble starting it cause I got too weak to spin it fast enough. I live outside of Toronto Ontario,, do you know a way I can use a big drill or something to spin it fast enough. I would ship it to you if you have a solution. Thanks Jerry Gazarek
Great video Donny. Question. One of my 660 crank on the clutch side gets hot with the clutch removed. I vacuum tested the crank case and it held well. Do you think my bearings need replacing? They feel ok, but it definitely gets warm. Your thoughts would be greatly appreciated 👍🏼
Not enough to burn your skin. I have an identical saw and it doesn’t get nearly as warm? The one that gets hot has a pop up piston with more compression. Do you think that would make a difference? Thanks for your reply 👍🏼
Big stihls are tough but screw those dumb caps and not having air injection! Those are what annoyed me I've done tree service for about 9 yrs and firewood for 12. I have stihls and husqvarna, the ergonomics make up for any other short comings that I really can't think of.
Guys you have to listen to the guy fixing them I do the same thing with a washing machine! Ask the guys fixing them they will tell you what to buy Thanks Donnie
I aggre the 066 is a very strong extremely reliable work saw. Its odd the 660s here never seem 2 last as long as the 066 and the 660s gave us alil more trouble wit needn case patch or replacement. But the 660 is still a great saw an will usually serve u well.
The reason the 261 craps out is because they are turning 14,500+ with no way to limit them. I bought one and after break in I checked it with my tach. It scared me to death, so I dumped it. Let some other idiot smoke it - not me. 12,600-12,800 is my top rpm limit. I checked the 024 that I restored and it is running at just a little over 11,000 which is fine with me. It has a nice little four stroke on it. Why push a 40 year old saw to its limit?
Yep after my dad ran 090’s falling large diameter river red gums in australia for over a decade he said as soon as the 066 came out that was it he ran them ever since and they were the main work saw for everything for him and his boys. 30 years of logging and never changed after that. Says a lot about the saw ay.
So true. I tried all the other's but only the 660 magnum rips through gum tree's like a beast. It's heavy but it's the only saw with the grunt to handle the bark and resin without choking up the bar or running out of steam. I would not waste my money on anything else.
Donny's forgotten more than most people know😂
I agree about the 066 mag! Very loyal saw! Back when our oak averaged 30-40 inches dbh this is what I ran! That and the husky 2100! Both had that tree killing 40 mm stroke!
Good to see you active Harv!
Hi Harvey ya they were a workhorse hey iron horse
Ive got a 066 flat top. Just replaced the clutch springs last week. Only cost $9 and have put it back to work. Absolutely awesome saw in big wood.
I take either a 064, 066, or MS660 everyday to the woods. When the new saws crap out they finish the job. 32 years on my first 064 and still going strong. My local Stihl dealer still does complete rebuilds on the older models. It is great that you still do them as well Donny, these old saws are worth being rebuilt for sure.
You’re Not the first person I’ve heard say exactly that !! Nothing beats a 064 and 066 and still working for decades
Hey Mr Walker...hope your doing well. Just found this video and it's funny you've talked about the longevity and reliability of the 660....I actually have one I bought brand new about6 years ago and it came with a full wrap bar. Hopefullymine is includedin the 660 list...I've only cut about 10 to 20 cords with it because I have two 372xp's, and a 440 magnum I bought in 04....like you said as long as it's a good saw...and the huskys are that. The 440 is the one I'd like to make mention of...I usually cut anywhere from 10 to 20 cords per year and the 440 magnum has been my predominant saw from 04 to about 2020 when I picked up the first husky. That 440 has cut many many cords of wood and has never been into a shop for anything...its been the most reliable saw that I've owned so far. I will say that I give some of the credit to the oil I run in the gas, but it'd been an amazing saw. I'm 60 and live in eastern oregon...I wish your shop was closer....well I just thought I'd mention this and keep up with these videos...ive learned a ton from buckin's videos and am looking forward to watching yours.
Take care and happy new year
Ray Scott
This guy is a legend. Love from California
Just been runnin one and I will sleep well tonight
The 066 was my first love in the saw world!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks so much for the chat, Donny! Can't wait to see your new "Crib"! 👌
I sure enjoy everything you do,thanks for sharing,
Another great informational video Donny! And thanks again for hot rodding my little 346. Definitely my favorite saw out of ported 550, 562, and muffler modded 7900 dolmar and 261 husqvarna. Your little 346 is by far my favorite!!
Great video sir I’m not brand specific either but I will say a 066 is a amazing machine.
I have a 1992 flat top red eye. I love the saw its the strongest saw ive ever put my hands on period. Love this kinda content!!! Your the best.
Excellent saw Donny! 😊😊❤❤
Howdy Mr. Donny,yes the 066 and.660 are.all.the power you need,l have 4or5 of each they are great,but my 044 is my favorite but in bid stuff the 660's really show.the muscle for.sure don't like to beat up the 044 in the bigs,I'm new to you guys but man the knowledge you all are sharing is second to none,and.all we really have here is our knowledge and family, so great stuff,thanks John!!!
Hey donny, looks like youre in your new place. Hope it suits you well. Hope you get that shop you wanted!
Good info on the old 660 saw my self I Owen a661 I had 441 until some one decided I did not kneed it no Moore took it out my truck .as for the weather been going trough the same in Northern California it’s not good when with hot weather because you can go and cut wood the forest serves cut wood cutting and logging down
My 056 mag II have full wrap handles my first 066 in 1993 have the 3/4 handle....ran Husqvarna 2100 to....tons of power....your right the Huskies nickel and dime you....Stihl very reliable and dependable
Shoe
Hi Donny. Love the videos. Especially the one on the new 390 cylinder you fixed. Can you show more new factory cylinders before you port them. I really like seeing detailed video of the stock pistons and cylinders. Thanks so much for the videos.
Love my 660!!
Me to. Perfect machine.
Amen 🙏 buddy, thanks for sharing your knowledge 🧡👌🪓🪵💪💪💪😍🧡🧡🧡
Haha I have a NOS full wrap you were describing for a 066. Didn’t know there wasn’t many of them
Thank you for addressing the handle angle on husky. I absolutely love the 372, but that dang angle smokes my wrist... So I became a Jonsered 2071/2171 guy. Plus, that lowback is just beautiful.
RIP Jonsered. Such a sad fate for such an influential manufacturer.
Anyways, you are correct, the 066/660 is phenomenal!! Heavy, overbuilt, but dependable and great predictable power. Nothing against the 394/395, which is a purebred... But the 066 is a true workhorse.
G'day Donny, they're number one down under as well harder on the hands but in the hardest wood they stand alone 👍.
Love to have a full wrap for my 038 Super.
Thank s
Good luck Donny! It’s definitely gonna rain now that you’re moving on the long weekend 😳😜
You bet 😉👍
Nice to hear this. My 066 magnum is still cranking after I bought new in 1995!! I would like to have it gone through and walkerized. I have had an oiling prob with a 36 inch bar on it. You may have shed some light on the problem with the oil drive explanation. What would it cost to walkerize and go through it? Thnx Donny
Maybe all of this strange weather has to do with all those new funny looking clouds we've been having. Or maybe it's all of the hazy, windy days...
The Husky 35....my dad had one with the Skil....circular brand name on it. Shoe
I think the ms 440 is the best saw ever built but the 660 is a good reliable saw. The 440 weighs a good five pounds less than the 660 and almost has the same performance. I have both.
100 percent agree with you.
Have a 044 and 066 too....great saws....Shoe
Lol no the 440 is way smaller
Than 660 the 440 is week in comparison
@@user-vh2qr7dc5x not mine. It is smaller, that’s true but my 440 will stay with my 660.
Looking good without the specs my friend ✌️.Hope all is well with you and the new place. This heat wave is pretty bad in Alberta, lots of smoke even in the south region. Stay safe and keep praying for rain.. Happy friggin Friday man. 👍
A 660 would outlast most saws
Is there any upgrade or way to change the crank bearings in the ms461?
Funny, even though I'm a Husqvarna fan I agree it's one of the best if not the best ever for sure. Two things come to mind. BECAUSE it has such a good design, even the clones work and survive based on that design. Think about that for a second. And it's life span in the market place surpassed the 372 with the ms660. ( 372 X-torq is a completely different design than a 371/2 OE ) Only reason I may put the 371/2 ahead is they really pushed the power to weight along with rubber boot , antivibration, and quad port :) BUT A "Holy Grail" saw for me is a clean 066 at some point in my life. :)
Yes you betcha do you have one
Not yet. It will happen at some point I'm sure. Also for me I LIKED those "Hockey puck" anti vid systems. Liked the solid feel more than the later still spring systems
Donny how popular were Homelites for your area back in the 70's and 80's?
What tooth rim sprocket would you recommend for a 25 inch bar on the ms660?
What a Rabbit Hole I jumped in😬
Interesting stuff
Amen to that
I think the best saws from the two big camps would be for 70cc.class.....ms440 and 372xp.......90cc class.... Ms660 and 395xp....
Good informational video, thank you for sharing. When you gonna work on the 090?
Once I get settled at new place will be doing it
Thank you for replying, I have followed your channel since I first seen it. Good information and well put for everyone .
Im looking for a lefted hand power saw can you help out
Hi man .. keep on keeping on man ... im going to send you a saw ( 372 husqvarna ) before i leave this planet. .. Cheers man. .
I have a 066 since new. Unfortunately I am now 83 and have trouble starting it cause I got too weak to spin it fast enough. I live outside of Toronto Ontario,, do you know a way I can use a big drill or something to spin it fast enough. I would ship it to you if you have a solution.
Thanks Jerry Gazarek
Great video Donny. Question. One of my 660 crank on the clutch side gets hot with the clutch removed. I vacuum tested the crank case and it held well. Do you think my bearings need replacing? They feel ok, but it definitely gets warm. Your thoughts would be greatly appreciated 👍🏼
They always get a little hotter on the pto side, how hot?
Not enough to burn your skin. I have an identical saw and it doesn’t get nearly as warm? The one that gets hot has a pop up piston with more compression. Do you think that would make a difference? Thanks for your reply 👍🏼
Also, clutch is removed with no load. Just don’t want to split the case for nothing.
💪STIHL 066
How much is a 20 inch bar if you have and for a 350Husgvarna
Big stihls are tough but screw those dumb caps and not having air injection! Those are what annoyed me I've done tree service for about 9 yrs and firewood for 12. I have stihls and husqvarna, the ergonomics make up for any other short comings that I really can't think of.
It’s 90 degrees there already wow. Try to stay cool Donny
Guys you have to listen to the guy fixing them
I do the same thing with a washing machine! Ask the guys fixing them they will tell you what to buy
Thanks Donnie
I don’t think you can go wrong with a stihl ms460 either?
Didn't the 660 come out around 2004?
Yes I was a bit off if I could edit videos I would of changed that thanks
Thanks for mentioning us lefties ... sometimes we feel ... left out.
a good left hander will beat a good right hander anyday and a knee in the groin will beat a champ😵🤕👍.
😮😮😮
90, that’s hot for up there.
They still make a complete full wrap for the 660, it's made by pro safety. The only downfall is they are about 250 bucks shipped
Worth it i have one on mine and i love it!
@@kylecromp319 cool thanks! I'll have to purchase one, the 3/4 has never been my favorite.
Baileys
I aggre the 066 is a very strong extremely reliable work saw. Its odd the 660s here never seem 2 last as long as the 066 and the 660s gave us alil more trouble wit needn case patch or replacement. But the 660 is still a great saw an will usually serve u well.
Same saw what's the differences
😲 that’s hot!!!!🤠👌👌🤙👍 Nice 😊 more sweating 😂😂🎉
Shout out to the Stihl 400 cm!
Best saw in my opinion is the 372
No one asked your opinion, we are here to learn Donnie Walkers opinion
89.6 Fahrenheit
Better look into your dates Donny cause your years away
The reason the 261 craps out is because they are turning 14,500+ with no way to limit them. I bought one and after break in I checked it with my tach. It scared me to death, so I dumped it. Let some other idiot smoke it - not me. 12,600-12,800 is my top rpm limit. I checked the 024 that I restored and it is running at just a little over 11,000 which is fine with me. It has a nice little four stroke on it. Why push a 40 year old saw to its limit?
Like to run midsize saws 12.8 to 13.3....Larger saws 12.5 to 13k.....what I run them at....take care Shoe
Are you sure?
About 90 f sir and i dont like it
My bro you talk to much
661 c is better than 660.
I run my 056 av magnum ii. There is nothing that saw can't handle! I like that 660 though. Damn good saw!
Are you sure?