Thread: Stihl 090 for $650

i would say normally that these people dont keep their equipment very long. It is traded reguarlly.

It should be good. It is about 1/3 price so i would go for it.

Cheers

they are a great slabbing saw ,if not the best made . but you would not want to carry around all day as they are sooo heavy . and that goverened motor is so powerfull . if its ok condition wise get it . chances are the ses didnt use it because it a beast .you could always send it to me . cheers bob

And if it needs overhauling at any time, check out this kit http://www.baileysonline.com/itemdet...1211&catID=385

excellent place to buy parts especially with our good dollar exchange rate

Just thought I'd let you guys know that I got the saw.When I get home it will be mill making time.Pics to follow.
Cheers, Steve.
P.S It was your comments that persuaded me.I'll treat the beast with love.

I have one of the chinese ones off ebay, 52 cc 22" $143 delivered. It is better than I expected and as a mate with a stihl said you'd pay that for an annual service. I've got some stihl stuff, but I'm happy with my saw. Don't expect it to last a lifetime, but if it lasts 2 years I reckon I'm ahead.

Just another option.

Originally Posted by Steve Fryar

Just thought I'd let you guys know that I got the saw.When I get home it will be mill making time.Pics to follow.
Cheers, Steve.
P.S It was your comments that persuaded me.I'll treat the beast with love.

Well done Steve,

With the mill I know people like making their own and some good examples abound. For me the Westford was the best option as it is light and easy to use. I take out West and have to carry it distances to select timber and don't want a unit heavier than necessary especially hauling it in heat with flies adding to the nuisance factor and secondly I wanted a reliable rig - can't afford a weld to break when so far from repair.

My 2c worth - good luck.

Originally Posted by Steve Fryar;

What do you guys think?It has a 32" bar.The kicker for me is that the previous owner was the SES(state emergency service)The Stihl guy said the compression is OK and outside it does look like a tidy unit.
Cheers,Steve.

Hello Steve
Is the saw an 090AV or an 090G? The 090 standard saw is very hard on the hands after extended use. The 090AV is a good saw to use. If you have an 090G then you have a real bargain for $650 but even if its not then it is a good price. I have seen 090's go for well over $1000 and they looked like they had been in a war and lets face it a saw from the SES would have spent more time stored in a truck than in use.

Regards

Phil