Those big dogs aren't helping you on a small saw like that. I have a 261, 362 and a husky 372 XP. All great saws. Those dogs are bigger than what's on my 372 lol
When you went to the 3/8 rim socket did you go with #7 Or #8? I believe the saw can go with the #8 and run a bit faster??? Also when changing to the 3/8 system vs the .325 why was it done? Will it cut better, faster, thinner/thicker kerf, etc.? Thank you.
I love the performance of my timberwolf and its great size for a landowner but that stihl bar system is really sexy. The tensioner being on the side but also behind the bar makes installation super easy and then the captive bar nuts are genius. I have a duffel bag with my sharpening and safety equipment that I grab when I need to use my saw and in the bottom of the bag is a couple extra nuts cause I rarely take the bar off in the woods but if your working on the saw on your tailgate before going in the woods and drop those nuts in gravel you can never find them.
Honestly, it's slower with the 3/8, hence the shorter bar, but it cuts bigger chunks and lasts longer between sharpening. The 261 is out right now getting ported, stay tuned for the results!
Hey man the screws on the clutch cover dog are supposed to run outwards not inwards. The stihl mounting hardware fits directly into that cutout. Just FYI.
Hello, hey is that a 17mm rim sprocket are 19mm? I got the same saw, I ran a 3/8 chain on a 325 sprocket and the sprocket broke. Looking for a 3/8 sprocket now. The link you posted is a 19mm.? And a 22mm. I think it’s a 17mm on the 261 cm.
Good morning! Sorry it took so long to get back to you. I'm not sure the measurement is in mm. The sprocket itself should be labeled .325 or 3/8. If I remember correctly it's stamped into the metal.
Only in having the same chain and bars for larger saws. The 261CM doesn't run better with a 3/8th 0.63 chain. It just makes it commonality of parts. I did my 261 for that reason.
Saw arrived yesterday th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and today I cut about 3/4 cord of wood with it. Make sure you get an extension chord that is at least 12 gauge wire, minimum. This is my first electric in about 10 years, and things sure have improved. The self-sharpener works great, and it just kept cutting through some pretty decent logs. Wear your eye protection, and ear protection. Excellent saw.
Thank you! Yeah it definitely takes away some length, especially with the 16" bar, but they work great, even for bucking. I really love this saw. I'm sending it off soon to get it ported.
@@xyfzrider7x stihls OEM dawgs are plenty sufficient for these 261s, they have 2 different styles that will fit the 261s. The ones this dude has are absolutely ridiculous for a 50cc saw ported or not, they rip the saw out of the powerband and torture the clutch.
Hey Gary. I don't think the 3/8 chain I'm using is low profile but I could be wrong. If it is then I'm not sure how a non low pro would run. These are the chains I used and they work great.
Yeah the zip tie upgrade is amazing! Lol. I myself have not really noticed much of a difference in speed between the two. Though I did go down in bar length so that probably offset it.
I'm confused why you say slower. It looked to me like his new sprocket was bigger, which would be like putting a bigger drive sprocket on your bike (go faster), I think.
@@NostraDamnU88 the chain would move faster at any given RPM, but being a larger cutting tooth, and higher speed would require more power. Potentially it could bog the saw down.
Plitz makes really good large felling dogs, mainly for folks felling large trees in the NW corner of the US and in Canada. And also for guys whom think they just look cool on a saw. 'Merica!
Probably best to get rid of those stainless nuts on your dogs. They'll cause the bolt and dogs to corrode and if the paint wears through, the actual cover itself. Just use zinc plated steel nuts.
I converted my 261 to 3/8 bar and chain, now i run the same 20 inch bars and chains on my 362 , 400 and 261 m tronic. All interchangeable 😜
Where did u get the 3/8 sprocket to fit the 261
@@ChloeParsons-q4vpretty sure both stihl and oregon offer them.
@@ChloeParsons-q4v stihl
Those big dogs aren't helping you on a small saw like that. I have a 261, 362 and a husky 372 XP. All great saws. Those dogs are bigger than what's on my 372 lol
is ur muffler blue? maybe backwards chain got it hot???
When you went to the 3/8 rim socket did you go with #7 Or #8? I believe the saw can go with the #8 and run a bit faster??? Also when changing to the 3/8 system vs the .325 why was it done? Will it cut better, faster, thinner/thicker kerf, etc.? Thank you.
I believe it's a #7. It isn't faster but it's a beefier chain that takes bigger chunks.
@@AmateurAtBest thank you.
I love the performance of my timberwolf and its great size for a landowner but that stihl bar system is really sexy. The tensioner being on the side but also behind the bar makes installation super easy and then the captive bar nuts are genius. I have a duffel bag with my sharpening and safety equipment that I grab when I need to use my saw and in the bottom of the bag is a couple extra nuts cause I rarely take the bar off in the woods but if your working on the saw on your tailgate before going in the woods and drop those nuts in gravel you can never find them.
I couldn't agree more! The captive nuts have been amazing and it's just one of those little details that makes a huge difference in user experience.
Why did you decide to change the sprocket to 3/8 is there a benefit? Have the same chainsaw love the bar
Honestly, it's slower with the 3/8, hence the shorter bar, but it cuts bigger chunks and lasts longer between sharpening. The 261 is out right now getting ported, stay tuned for the results!
@@AmateurAtBest still like the 3/8s?
Dual felling dogs on a 50cc saw with a 16" B&C?
Yeah it's ridiculous I know... but it looks so cool!
Hey man the screws on the clutch cover dog are supposed to run outwards not inwards. The stihl mounting hardware fits directly into that cutout. Just FYI.
Thank you! Yeah I noticed that they sit a little close to the bar and chain. I'll have to swap those around.
Where did you get your parts from? They are different from stock one.
I posted them in the description, mostly from Amazon.
Hello, hey is that a 17mm rim sprocket are 19mm? I got the same saw, I ran a 3/8 chain on a 325 sprocket and the sprocket broke. Looking for a 3/8 sprocket now. The link you posted is a 19mm.? And a 22mm. I think it’s a 17mm on the 261 cm.
Good morning! Sorry it took so long to get back to you. I'm not sure the measurement is in mm. The sprocket itself should be labeled .325 or 3/8. If I remember correctly it's stamped into the metal.
@@AmateurAtBest yeah 17 MM is the hole diameter in the sprocket that fits that saw. The shaft is 17mm, 👍🏼
why swap for a 3/8 chain? isn't it heavier and wider and makes the saw cut slower?
It is bigger and theoretically slower, however I've had this saw ported and it all balances out.
Oh my what big dogs you have!!!!
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What is that measuring tool ?
Great video good job 👏 how'd you get the muffler to change colors like that? Looks like a titanium exhaust 😆
That just happen naturally. I guess from the heat.
I really like your measurement tie strap, very clever. :)
Thank you! Yeah it works great and is super consistent.
Zip tie!!! Great idea
This are the only ones I have 😆
Is there a major benefit to going up to the 3/8" chain???
Only in having the same chain and bars for larger saws. The 261CM doesn't run better with a 3/8th 0.63 chain. It just makes it commonality of parts. I did my 261 for that reason.
Saw arrived yesterday th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and today I cut about 3/4 cord of wood with it. Make sure you get an extension chord that is at least 12 gauge wire, minimum. This is my first electric in about 10 years, and things sure have improved. The self-sharpener works great, and it just kept cutting through some pretty decent logs. Wear your eye protection, and ear protection. Excellent saw.
I added those spikes to my 261-C, really helps keep the cut straight but reduced the depth the bar can cut. Great video
Thank you! Yeah it definitely takes away some length, especially with the 16" bar, but they work great, even for bucking. I really love this saw. I'm sending it off soon to get it ported.
Who are you sending it to to get ported? And what is on the handle you are using to measure?
Also what saw do I have to order the dogs for I see they don’t offer ones for the 261
@@xyfzrider7x stihls OEM dawgs are plenty sufficient for these 261s, they have 2 different styles that will fit the 261s. The ones this dude has are absolutely ridiculous for a 50cc saw ported or not, they rip the saw out of the powerband and torture the clutch.
o.. thats just a 3/8 low profile chain , can it handle a 3/8 regular chain (not low profile)
Hey Gary. I don't think the 3/8 chain I'm using is low profile but I could be wrong. If it is then I'm not sure how a non low pro would run. These are the chains I used and they work great.
Now he can take off the chain catch hook and put on a roller one and all pimped out😂
It needs the roller and pin for strength and to stop case distortion.
Well if anything you can always use the cover as a stabing weapon jk 😆
Of course!
Zip tie on the handle.... god damn how have i lived without this genius?? Do you find the 3/8 pitch setup is slower than the .325?
Yeah the zip tie upgrade is amazing! Lol. I myself have not really noticed much of a difference in speed between the two. Though I did go down in bar length so that probably offset it.
I'm confused why you say slower. It looked to me like his new sprocket was bigger, which would be like putting a bigger drive sprocket on your bike (go faster), I think.
@@NostraDamnU88 the chain would move faster at any given RPM, but being a larger cutting tooth, and higher speed would require more power. Potentially it could bog the saw down.
This guy just did a Plitz conversion. Hahaha
Hey Devin! What's the Plitz conversion? Very interested.
Plitz makes really good large felling dogs, mainly for folks felling large trees in the NW corner of the US and in Canada. And also for guys whom think they just look cool on a saw. 'Merica!
Nie za mała moc trochę tej pilarki na łancuch 3/8 cala łorzyska się rozlecą.to daje rade ale na krutką metę.
You're going to break that saw without a chainsaw roller between the dogs to keep it strong and straight.
The Tsumura bars are sexy. Do you have weight difference between the Tsumura and standard E bar. I'm guessing marginal on a 16"?
I don't have the weight difference because I have the 20" STIHL bar. But like you said it isn't about the weight for me, I just love the look of it!
Why don't you put a chain?Catcher on what as long as you're doing that
Hey great video. How are those chains holding up? Are they worth it seems like a good deal
So far they are holding up great! I'll definitely buy again.
My measurements at 14 inches for my wood stove
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Should’ve tightened the bar nuts a little more
Should I use an impact gun to do this?
We all do… 160 lbs +
@@PencilProper No! They are joking.
@@johnmcelfresh8761 yeah so was i
The hex bolt goes on the inside...
The nut faces outward...
Read the instructions..
Instructions? What's that?
Probably best to get rid of those stainless nuts on your dogs. They'll cause the bolt and dogs to corrode and if the paint wears through, the actual cover itself. Just use zinc plated steel nuts.
If I may ask, how would stainless hardware corrode faster than zinc?
@@AmateurAtBest Google galvanic corrosion
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How was that a 16 min video...
026 del2001 non ti stanca mai
Saw looks like its never been used....