Stihl MS 400 [Why I Love This Chainsaw Series]

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  • @KNLFirewood
    @KNLFirewood 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video editing brother! Such a great saw and an awesome new friend!

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had a blast!!! Thanks for letting me show it off, what a saw!

  • @Houseworksaws
    @Houseworksaws 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I run a ported 400c daily as a work saw and it’s the nicest saw I’ve run in 20 years. They’re just F’n awesome saws. Over a year of service and I’ve never had to repair it. Just maintenance and good fuel.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The 400 exceeded my expectations. It’s cut above it’s weight class!

  • @KillingerUSA
    @KillingerUSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    i don't need another chainsaw, i don't need another chainsaw, I dont need another chainsaw........ sigh...... i need a 4th job

    • @bentwedgestanleybrand5818
      @bentwedgestanleybrand5818 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey killanger I ordered the ms400c today. With a 24 inch bar. I just got back from the Amish Stihl dealership. Someone had just bought the 400c that they had in stock. I put my name on the list I was the only one. So now it's a waiting game till the saw comes in.

    • @onlygodknowswhat7595
      @onlygodknowswhat7595 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bentwedgestanleybrand5818
      Update on your ms400c did it come already?

    • @bentwedgestanleybrand5818
      @bentwedgestanleybrand5818 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@onlygodknowswhat7595 hey speechless, the ms400c came in. I haven't even started it up yet.

    • @tuberocker69
      @tuberocker69 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Bahahahaha
      I need another saw!

  • @powersawtomfoolery6739
    @powersawtomfoolery6739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've got a 400 set up exactly the same. After a couple months I put West Coast dogs, air filter and bark box on it. It runs like a hot ported saw now! I think the 400 is the perfect medium saw.
    I just ordered a 362 wrap handle for it too.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was going to get a 362 full wrap until I saw the price🤦🏻‍♂️

  • @AxeInTheKerf
    @AxeInTheKerf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    While I am partial to the producer of this series and the featured product...this was a very professional review of the saw and an interview of a real-world working man. Very well done from both gentlemen...

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank Brian, I knew you’d enjoy this one sir. Also, thanks for being there for all my questions on lives😁

  • @toddsoutsideagain
    @toddsoutsideagain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Doug I have the 400c and it’s the smoothest running saw I have ever had in my hands. My only complaint was the original bar just like Mike said, had it a little off balance. I put a light bar on mine and actually with the help of Mike from KNL he found me some chains and it totally balanced the saw out with the light bar! I would recommend this saw to anyone!!👍🏻👍🏻 TOA

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for this. See I have a 362cm and it runs and is built so well, but I cut with it and I’m pretty let down. The 400 is on a completely different level! Stihl should have made the newest 362 more like the 400, but nope😒

  • @aldredske6197
    @aldredske6197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Doug!!😀😀
    Nice seeing you over at KNL!!
    Mike is a really great guy!! Next time he comes to Wisconsin I'm going to try to get together with him . Him and I have some of the same friends in my area.
    The 400 is a really nice saw . If I were doing more hand cutting. I would definitely consider buying one of them.
    Take care my friend!!😀😀👍👍
    Logger Al

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Al, yes Mike is awesome. I had a blast!

  • @Houseworksaws
    @Houseworksaws 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    400 is a legend in the making… The guys and gals who buy them love them.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s what I keep hearing

    • @julianalderson3938
      @julianalderson3938 ปีที่แล้ว

      I do an have done tree work prunin and removein trees. Got a 400cm really like it

    • @julianalderson3938
      @julianalderson3938 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its just powerful to cut bigger stuff. But light to do shit on the ground fast.

  • @kevinmaxam2414
    @kevinmaxam2414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have the same saw this is year 2. I run a 20” roller tip hard nose bar full house chain. Love the saw and it is the best Stihl I have ever owned and my first one was a 1967 o41 AV super. The shirt bar works great for what I call plunge cutting on hard learners. Power to weight factor and still built in Germany completely adds to this saw. Be safe and be careful

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was blown away with it.

  • @michaelwhiteoldtimer7648
    @michaelwhiteoldtimer7648 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks like a great saw, thanks Mike and Doug for the video

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s the one to get in 2022👍🏻

  • @julianalderson3938
    @julianalderson3938 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had mine only few months but use alot. Love it light with enough power for me. Have put bigger dogs on both sides. Great saw cheers

  • @theoldguy1956
    @theoldguy1956 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just got mine ,love it.

  • @ciphercode2298
    @ciphercode2298 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've had a ms441c for ten years and being the only mtronic saw I've ever used I never gave the winter summer shutter a 2nd thought until I saw a guy on TH-cam flip the switch. I finally looked at mine and it's been in winter mode for 10 years 🙄. Its a wonder I havent burned it up milling in july and August.

  • @noahharrell6270
    @noahharrell6270 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I agree with you on picking the 400c over the 5oo i. I have both. 500 wears a guy out more than 400 on a long day. Just depends on what I'm doing abd how big the wood. 400 every time if I can. My go to saw.

  • @eurokid83
    @eurokid83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    At my shop we sell the 400 with a light bar. It’s the only way to go. Fantastic saw everyone that’s bought one loves it.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t think I’ve heard anyone dislike these things, and now I see why😆

  • @buckeye_bear6130
    @buckeye_bear6130 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty sure the 400 is optimized to run on the 25” Light bar or the 20” Regular. In my area the Light bars are hard to come by, dealer was going to give me 25” Regular but I opted for 20” Regular since they had no Lights in stock.
    No regrets, this saw absolutely rips on 20” regular with great balance. Love this chainsaw, be safe y’all

  • @bentwedgestanleybrand5818
    @bentwedgestanleybrand5818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well I just ordered my ms400 c today. Someone had just bought the only one they had in stock. I put my name on it when it comes in.

  • @timberandtools
    @timberandtools ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really cool idea for a series, also really cool saw

  • @aaronvandenberg7550
    @aaronvandenberg7550 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's awesome buddy. I've been waiting over 4 months on mine

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What? They don’t have it in stock?

  • @novicelumberjack
    @novicelumberjack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video series Doug! I'd really like to try out one of those 400s.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’d love it man. I was super impressed

  • @jonathanfierberg3807
    @jonathanfierberg3807 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good job doug

  • @stihlms400cm3
    @stihlms400cm3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fabulous review Mike and Indiana Doug, have my “ 400 “ with 20in. light B&C, She is the most beautiful, smoothest Chainsaw I EVER KNEW, love your channel “ I D “ just subscribed, !!! Greetings from Ireland ❤

  • @Users_world
    @Users_world 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    those 400s are nice

  • @slaxxx
    @slaxxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve wanted a 400 for a while. I’ve held one, and man is it light. I know westcoastsaw makes a foam filter for it, I’d prolly add that to it.. someday.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was pleasantly surprised by this saw, little powerhouse💪🏼

  • @WoolysWorld
    @WoolysWorld 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool

  • @tuberocker69
    @tuberocker69 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I don't think anything will ever take the place of my prized 261cm, but I'm an addict lol
    So here I am looking for a bigger saw to pair with my first love.
    It's come down to either the 462 or the 400
    Great video!

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      261 is hard to beat for smaller wood.

  • @andrewscott2866
    @andrewscott2866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome 👊 I sold my 362 when this came out but still undecided between the 400 and 462🤷‍♂️ . Nice saw👍

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My opinion: the 362 was a flop compared to the 361. I’ve ran different flavors of the 462, and I’d take a stock 400 over any 462.

    • @zack6892
      @zack6892 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I haven’t run a 400 yet but the 462 is one of my favorite stihl I ever have run can’t say it’s better or worst then the 400 obviously but I can say you won’t be disappointed if you go that route. I’m not necessarily even a stihl guy and I love that saw.

    • @andrewscott2866
      @andrewscott2866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow, that says a lot about that 400 Doug, I really value people's opinions because my main criteria for a saw is user experience. Both the 400 and 462 are enough saw for what I need, but its about what I'll enjoy running more. I wish a dealer around me had a demo day where I could try both side by side.

    • @man9170
      @man9170 ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you like better about the 400 over the 462?

  • @povrazok77
    @povrazok77 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello. I have this saw and it's great. It is perfect for preparing firewood and mining - price / performance ratio.

  • @stevengonyaw1617
    @stevengonyaw1617 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have the 261 , 362 and 400 m tronic

  • @SG-ed3nl
    @SG-ed3nl ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You got the wifi option. That was pretty damn funny.

  • @benjaminleslie3155
    @benjaminleslie3155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you should get the full wrap kit

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes and the outside spike

  • @CharlesBrisco
    @CharlesBrisco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    some day I'll have one

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If I were rich I’d buy you one buddy

  • @valqueenofValhalla
    @valqueenofValhalla ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you want a 500 I but can’t get one or afford to spend almost 2 k for a saw when you don’t use it daily personally I love my 500 I and my 261 cm best combo in the world for all east coast wood

  • @garengtutorial8923
    @garengtutorial8923 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hebat brow 👍👍

  • @Ya-never-know
    @Ya-never-know ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Anyone looking for a 400, if you are in eastern ohio/ western WV area, Bridgeport equipment always has at least one in stock. That’s where I got mine. They had 2 new on the shelf yesterday at the barboursville WV location

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to know👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @ishure8849
    @ishure8849 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    G'day Indi, how the bloody hell are ya ? The 500 I is 1.3 pounds heavier than the 400C and if you're hanging onto it all day everyday and you don't need that little bit more power of the 500 you'd be silly to use it. I have a 400C max bar length in Oz is 20 inches I fitted the dogs on the bar cover for even pull, Stihl says to leave it in summer mode all year round here. If I'm cutting firewood I take the 400 for limbs and the 660 Mag for the rest , if it gets any bigger I'll use the 880 Magnum 👍.

  • @ChrisLascari
    @ChrisLascari ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Comment 75. Mike is great, thanks for sharing this

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mike is awesome👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @zeeb696
    @zeeb696 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Does it have a plastic crankcase?

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, magnesium

  • @rebeccarobinson7024
    @rebeccarobinson7024 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If u find someone with a efco 6510 u need try it its on heavey side though not quite half lb less than my redmax 7100/Husqvarna 372xt I'm in Texas so ya too far for u to try my efco 6510 out

  • @valqueenofValhalla
    @valqueenofValhalla ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your going to burn that saw down

  • @tylerheard1279
    @tylerheard1279 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Check out Hotsaws101 400 builds. Pretty freaking epic.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I watched his latest on the 400. That thing is an animal

  • @KillingerUSA
    @KillingerUSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    or second?

  • @rickmanning8722
    @rickmanning8722 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cut some logs. Cookies are for Girl Scouts.

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We cut plenty.

  • @KillingerUSA
    @KillingerUSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    3rd!

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It should be your next saw, you’d love it!

  • @robertodebeers2551
    @robertodebeers2551 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    M-tronic?

  • @user-sv9sf1ns7g
    @user-sv9sf1ns7g ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is it as disappointing as the 500 I fuel consumption

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  ปีที่แล้ว

      😆 that’s pretty hard to beat

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  ปีที่แล้ว

      Jokes aside, they aren’t nearly as bad according others I’ve talked to.

    • @EuroYardService
      @EuroYardService 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I find The 400 pretty thirsty but have no comparison to other saws in the same range.

  • @paddyay9422
    @paddyay9422 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    why wouldn't you go a 462 over a 400 only weighs 200grams more ?

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not a huge fan of the 462

  • @PhilHewkin
    @PhilHewkin 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Almost bought one. Plastic handle put me off.

    • @ciphercode2298
      @ciphercode2298 20 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Your loss buddy. The plastic handles hold up just as well as a hollow aluminum tube

    • @PhilHewkin
      @PhilHewkin 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@ciphercode2298 ever got your bar pinched in a log?

    • @ciphercode2298
      @ciphercode2298 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@PhilHewkin yup,best solution to that is to either keep another saw or at least an extra bar and chain. If you're yanking on your saw you're gonna either tear up your av mounts or break something else. Felling wedges are great for preventing bars from gettin pinched too

  • @KAMP8505
    @KAMP8505 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can’t stand the plastic handle on them

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Plastic?

    • @KAMP8505
      @KAMP8505 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@IndianaDoug yea the handle bar on it is plastic. If you buy the 462 or bigger they come with a aluminum/steel wrap handle on them. I think every pro saw should come with that especially when a 400C cost over $1,000

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @KAMP8505 I didn’t even realize. That’s really weird.

    • @ciphercode2298
      @ciphercode2298 20 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@KAMP8505the plastic holds up just as well as a hollow aluminum tube does. If it does get broken it's not expensive to fix. The rear handles are plastic, the top shrouds are plastic,fuel tanks are plastic,the starter covers are usually plastic. It's well made and serves its purpose well

  • @outdoorswithlarryrobin
    @outdoorswithlarryrobin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Doug, just came across your channel, just subscribed 🚜🪵👍🏼🇺🇸

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We appreciate ya, thanks👍🏻

  • @Living-The-Dream
    @Living-The-Dream ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Subbed 👍 ya hooked up with a great guy there !! Just curious, have you auto reset your MS 362? Nice bar he has on his MS 400c 😏🪵⛓🪚👍👏 Rick

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I appreciate ya Rick👍🏻 ya know, I tried resetting the 362 but I couldn’t tell a difference in performance. Then I heard there were different ways to do the reset. Stihl is the brand I’m least familiar with in the chainsaw world.

    • @Living-The-Dream
      @Living-The-Dream ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@IndianaDoug I also have a MS 362, love it, it runs awesome. Warm it up, leave sit for a few minutes. Place brake on and start it, place it in start position, start it, let it run for 30 seconds. Then kick brake off and run it at full throttle for 30-40 seconds. You will hear it kick down from full throttle……after the 30-40 second run at full throttle, shut it down. You should have heard and felt it reset. Please try it….you might be looking down a bit on a great saw for its weight. IMHO….👍👏 Good Luck
      Oh, please tell Mike I said hello 👍👋 Rick

    • @IndianaDoug
      @IndianaDoug  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ll try it man. Thanks! Mike is one of my favorite humans😆 will do Rick👍🏻