@kevinkendall8956 Thank you so much! It means a lot to know you're enjoying the videos. Your support keeps me motivated to keep creating more content. If there's anything you'd like to see in future videos, let me know-I’d love to hear your ideas!
@kevinkendall8956 That’s some real old-school toughness right there! Running those saws back in the day definitely made you sharp and skilled. Glad to hear you’re still going strong with all your parts intact! The tools might have changed, but the respect for that kind of experience stays the same.
That's one of the problems with the world. They say if you're going to be dumb you have to be tough, and then they go and put a chain brake on the saws. If you know how to use your saw correctly, a chain brake will not do anything but slow your saw down and keep more idiots alive.
@itllkeal Interesting perspective! The chain brake is definitely a divisive feature among chainsaw enthusiasts. While experienced operators who know their tools well might rarely rely on it, the chain brake has undoubtedly saved countless injuries-especially for beginners or in high-risk situations. It’s always great to hear from those who value traditional techniques, but safety features like these can make chainsaws more accessible for a wider range of users. Thanks for sharing your take!
@raremachinery25 I'm in agreement with you about people making mistakes,but I've never seen a saw kick back with the pulling part of the chain. I'm a firm believer that a long bar and a full wrap handle will help make the sketchiest of em somewhat safer
@itllkeal You're absolutely right, kickbacks usually happen on the drive side of the chain, not the pulling part. A long bar and a full-wrap handle definitely provide more control, especially on the sketchier cuts. It’s all about safety and handling, and those features can make a big difference in keeping things steady. Have you had any experiences with chainsaws where these features made a notable difference for you??
@virgilashlock5875 Missouri-home to some serious chainsaw enthusiasts! Whether it’s for firewood or clearing land, that’s a state that knows its way around these machines. What kind of projects do you usually tackle out there?
@LIF1395 Wow, an SP 125 McCulloch from 1971 with the chain brake option? That’s a real classic! How does it perform?? Do you still use it, or is it part of your collection??
@andrewsnyder6106 Pennsylvania, nice! Such a beautiful state with a rich history. Do you work with chainsaws out there?? What’s your favorite model to use??
@poorboyz888 Great suggestion! The Echo 660 EVL is indeed a powerhouse and has a dedicated fan base for its performance and durability. While I chose the Echo 400 for its versatility and nostalgic value, the 660 EVL is definitely a beast in its own right. It’s amazing how Echo chainsaws from that era still hold up so well today. Thanks for sharing your thoughts-maybe the 660 EVL will make a future appearance on the channel.
@kevinkendall8956 Haha, I can imagine! After running the Stihl 090, you probably felt like you’d conquered the world by the end of the day. That beast takes some serious stamina to handle, and I bet you were glad to rest up once the job was done. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of putting in a day’s work with a saw like that!
@poorboyz888 Totally get what you mean about the Big Blue! It had its charm, but it definitely came with its fair share of challenges. A classic example of style over consistent performance. Appreciate the input-chainsaw history is full of hits and misses like this one!
@kevinkendall8956 I have a OEM 090AV and I'll say that after starting it whenever it's been sitting around a long while you're about finished before cutting but whenever you pit that beast in the wood it pretty much does the rest for you. I've had it pull me into the cut but never push me out of 1.
@itllkeal An OEM 090AV? That’s incredible! I’ve heard they can be a workout just to get started after sitting for a while. But you’re right-once that beast bites into the wood, it’s like it takes over. It pulling you into the cut but never pushing out is a testament to its power. Do you still use it often, or is it more of a collector’s piece now??
@spencerh2860 That's awesome! Sending greetings to Great Britain 🏴! Thanks for watching the video. What kind of chainsaws do people usually use there? ?
@howarddeheer8295 That's awesome, Iowa! It must be amazing to live there. You’ve got some beautiful landscapes, and I bet winter is a great time for working with wood. Do you use a chainsaw out there?? What’s your favorite model?
@raremachinery25 Iowa can interesting. I don't like winter to much anymore lol. I probably Had my 038 around 30 years along with smaller stihl saws. I pick up the 056 about year ago. I' have taken a few trees down for people I've had to go rescue few times that thought they knew what they was doing
@@howarddeheer8295 I can imagine Iowa winters being a challenge, especially after a few decades! That’s impressive-you’ve been running your 038 for 30 years, and now adding the 056 to the mix? Those are some solid saws. Sounds like you’ve got plenty of experience! Helping out with those 'rescue missions' must get interesting-any memorable stories from those situations??
@@raremachinery25 I was the second owner are the 038 and the shop had went through top end before I got. It belong to the and 9 extra chains I came with it. Last rescue a guy had a bucket truck and cutting the top and it had a curve in it and he got his saw pinched and Away the lamb had a curve in it. It could go anyway it wanted I told him we need to do to get some lines up in it so we could pull it we ended up hooking up to 3 4 wheel drives just to make sure we made it fall to where we wanted it. It didn't take too long to figure out that guy wasn't as much of a pro tree cutter that he thought he was
@@howarddeheer8295 That’s great to hear that the shop went through the top end before you got it-that’s a big plus for longevity. Being the second owner of the 038 must’ve been a good find. Even with all that work, do you ever run into any issues with it, or is it still going strong??
I'm sorry. You keep showing all those saw. But theirs no saw. Bigger than Stihl 090. That why I had four of them. And that why people called me I got the job done. To some people. I was known the crazy man with the biggest saw ever made.
@kevinkendall8956 Wow, four Stihl 090s? That’s legendary! The 090 is truly a monster, and it sounds like you put every bit of its raw power to good use. Being known as 'the crazy man with the biggest saw ever made' is a title anyone in the saw world would wear with pride. Got any memorable stories of taking on massive jobs with those beasts??Sounds like you’ve seen some incredible cutting action!
@michaelmurray3445 Thanks for the reply! Are you referring to a specific state or place with 'AI'? Just curious-feel free to let me know where you're watching from!
I still enjoying your videos.
@kevinkendall8956 Thank you so much! It means a lot to know you're enjoying the videos. Your support keeps me motivated to keep creating more content. If there's anything you'd like to see in future videos, let me know-I’d love to hear your ideas!
You don't need chain break or anything . I grow up running these saw. I'm still here with all my parts.
@kevinkendall8956 That’s some real old-school toughness right there! Running those saws back in the day definitely made you sharp and skilled. Glad to hear you’re still going strong with all your parts intact! The tools might have changed, but the respect for that kind of experience stays the same.
That's one of the problems with the world. They say if you're going to be dumb you have to be tough, and then they go and put a chain brake on the saws. If you know how to use your saw correctly, a chain brake will not do anything but slow your saw down and keep more idiots alive.
@itllkeal Interesting perspective! The chain brake is definitely a divisive feature among chainsaw enthusiasts. While experienced operators who know their tools well might rarely rely on it, the chain brake has undoubtedly saved countless injuries-especially for beginners or in high-risk situations. It’s always great to hear from those who value traditional techniques, but safety features like these can make chainsaws more accessible for a wider range of users. Thanks for sharing your take!
@raremachinery25 I'm in agreement with you about people making mistakes,but I've never seen a saw kick back with the pulling part of the chain. I'm a firm believer that a long bar and a full wrap handle will help make the sketchiest of em somewhat safer
@itllkeal You're absolutely right, kickbacks usually happen on the drive side of the chain, not the pulling part. A long bar and a full-wrap handle definitely provide more control, especially on the sketchier cuts. It’s all about safety and handling, and those features can make a big difference in keeping things steady. Have you had any experiences with chainsaws where these features made a notable difference for you??
Swarm of angry hornets on crack 😂
@spencerh2860 You got it! Nothing captures the chaos better than that 😂. Thanks for watching!
Missouri
@virgilashlock5875 Missouri-home to some serious chainsaw enthusiasts! Whether it’s for firewood or clearing land, that’s a state that knows its way around these machines. What kind of projects do you usually tackle out there?
Sp 125 Mcculloch built 1971 with chain brake option.
@LIF1395 Wow, an SP 125 McCulloch from 1971 with the chain brake option? That’s a real classic! How does it perform?? Do you still use it, or is it part of your collection??
Pennsylvania
@andrewsnyder6106 Pennsylvania, nice! Such a beautiful state with a rich history. Do you work with chainsaws out there?? What’s your favorite model to use??
660 EVL should have been the echo choice
@poorboyz888 Great suggestion! The Echo 660 EVL is indeed a powerhouse and has a dedicated fan base for its performance and durability. While I chose the Echo 400 for its versatility and nostalgic value, the 660 EVL is definitely a beast in its own right. It’s amazing how Echo chainsaws from that era still hold up so well today. Thanks for sharing your thoughts-maybe the 660 EVL will make a future appearance on the channel.
One more things for sure once you ran 090. For biggest part for the day. You glad to home.
@kevinkendall8956 Haha, I can imagine! After running the Stihl 090, you probably felt like you’d conquered the world by the end of the day. That beast takes some serious stamina to handle, and I bet you were glad to rest up once the job was done. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of putting in a day’s work with a saw like that!
@kevinkendall8956 the big blue was just as bad...
@poorboyz888 Totally get what you mean about the Big Blue! It had its charm, but it definitely came with its fair share of challenges. A classic example of style over consistent performance. Appreciate the input-chainsaw history is full of hits and misses like this one!
@kevinkendall8956 I have a OEM 090AV and I'll say that after starting it whenever it's been sitting around a long while you're about finished before cutting but whenever you pit that beast in the wood it pretty much does the rest for you. I've had it pull me into the cut but never push me out of 1.
@itllkeal An OEM 090AV? That’s incredible! I’ve heard they can be a workout just to get started after sitting for a while. But you’re right-once that beast bites into the wood, it’s like it takes over. It pulling you into the cut but never pushing out is a testament to its power. Do you still use it often, or is it more of a collector’s piece now??
GB 🏴
@spencerh2860 That's awesome! Sending greetings to Great Britain 🏴! Thanks for watching the video. What kind of chainsaws do people usually use there? ?
Iowa
@howarddeheer8295 That's awesome, Iowa! It must be amazing to live there. You’ve got some beautiful landscapes, and I bet winter is a great time for working with wood. Do you use a chainsaw out there?? What’s your favorite model?
@raremachinery25 Iowa can interesting. I don't like winter to much anymore lol. I probably Had my 038 around 30 years along with smaller stihl saws. I pick up the 056 about year ago. I' have taken a few trees down for people I've had to go rescue few times that thought they knew what they was doing
@@howarddeheer8295 I can imagine Iowa winters being a challenge, especially after a few decades! That’s impressive-you’ve been running your 038 for 30 years, and now adding the 056 to the mix? Those are some solid saws. Sounds like you’ve got plenty of experience! Helping out with those 'rescue missions' must get interesting-any memorable stories from those situations??
@@raremachinery25 I was the second owner are the 038 and the shop had went through top end before I got. It belong to the and 9 extra chains I came with it. Last rescue a guy had a bucket truck and cutting the top and it had a curve in it and he got his saw pinched and Away the lamb had a curve in it. It could go anyway it wanted I told him we need to do to get some lines up in it so we could pull it we ended up hooking up to 3 4 wheel drives just to make sure we made it fall to where we wanted it. It didn't take too long to figure out that guy wasn't as much of a pro tree cutter that he thought he was
@@howarddeheer8295 That’s great to hear that the shop went through the top end before you got it-that’s a big plus for longevity. Being the second owner of the 038 must’ve been a good find. Even with all that work, do you ever run into any issues with it, or is it still going strong??
I'm sorry. You keep showing all those saw. But theirs no saw. Bigger than Stihl 090. That why I had four of them. And that why people called me I got the job done. To some people. I was known the crazy man with the biggest saw ever made.
@kevinkendall8956 Wow, four Stihl 090s? That’s legendary! The 090 is truly a monster, and it sounds like you put every bit of its raw power to good use. Being known as 'the crazy man with the biggest saw ever made' is a title anyone in the saw world would wear with pride. Got any memorable stories of taking on massive jobs with those beasts??Sounds like you’ve seen some incredible cutting action!
AI
@michaelmurray3445 Thanks for the reply! Are you referring to a specific state or place with 'AI'? Just curious-feel free to let me know where you're watching from!