Any info would be nice!

kiwi_tree_steve

Hey i Confiicated this from my dad after i seen him using it to cut roots bar buried in the soil

i cleaned it up, it was coated about 5mm thick in soil, inside and out. took me ages, i ve used it a couple of times, took down a decent sized 3 leader Idesia polycarpa wounder tree. last week, was all good seems to have plenty of guts.

Cleaned it up real good again today, heres some pics. any info would be great.

thanks guys......


steve

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TrevMcRev

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kiwi_tree_steve

oh crap seems like they arnt wrking, ill reload after tech today

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kiwi_tree_steve

Here we go again hopefuly

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Garry Brockley

I found this on an American site hope it helps

THE SOLO STORY

In the late 1940’s and early 1950’s, Solo became a leader in small engine products for tilling, spraying, pumping, and sawing. Innovative lightweight, direct drive power saws, with single and twin cylinder engines led the industry.


PRESENT

Today Solo produces a complete family of power saws ranging from small homeowner – do-it-yourself models – through a full mid-size line-up ideal for individuals with bigger jobs like cutting firewood, lot clearing, or orchard work. Professional saws in the line meet every need, from smaller jobs like trimming fruit trees and arborist work, to the larger jobs of thinning operations and felling big timber. Solo makes a saw that’s right for you!

STANDARD FEATURES ON SOLO SAWS

**High power-to-weight ratio **Nikasil, silicon carbide coated cylinders for durability **Anti-vibration system for comfort and reduced fatigue **Easy-start primer **Eco-matic oiling system - Delivers no oil at idle and increases delivery along with higher RPM. Fully adjustable too! **Finger-tip choke and throttle controls **ANSI safety features including chain brake, hand guards, chain catcher, throttle interlocks, and reduced kickback bars and chains. **CD Ignition **Automatic half throttle choke setting for starting ease **Compression release included on 636, 645 and 650 saws **Two piston rings on models 645, 650, 651, 662 and 694.

CHOOSING YOUR CHAIN SAW

Among the considerations when choosing your saw are: PRICE, SATISFACTION, SAFETY, EASY STARTING, FUEL ECONOMY/WEIGHT/POWER, CUTTING LENGTH/SPEED. ***** SAFETY - All Solo saws are equipped with safety devices which meet the American National Standards Institute...ANSI B 175 Standard. Emissions are carefully controlled, meeting both federal and state requirements! Reduced kickback chain, chain brakes, chain catchers, vibration isolation, large mufflers, fully adjustable oilers and ergonomic product design are things to look for when choosing a saw. ***** STARTING - Ease of starting is enhanced with electronic ignition systems that automatically retard and advance spark. Compression releases on model 636, 645, and 650 make cranking easier by releasing compression during the starting phase. ***** POWER/WEIGHT - Power-to-weight and fuel consumption ratios on Solo saws is excellent. Starting with weights under ten pounds supplying 2 hp and up to 7 hp for large professional saws. Each unit is designed and built to accommodate its recommended bar & chain length. Outstanding power is provided and smoothed by an integral vibration isolation system. Super fuel economy is achieved with Solo "four transfer port" technology. ***** CUTTING LENGTH/SPEED - Cutting length bars and chains are available from 14" to 43" according to saw configuration and need. Saws can generally fell trees double their cutting capacity. When choosing a saw, an important consideration is your height. Longer bar lengths reduce the amount of bending needed. Remember - most limbing and bucking is done with the tree on the ground rather than upright, hence the need to bend. You can expect a mid-range Solo with 18" bar and chain to cut through a 12" oak log in 14 seconds. ***** SATISFACTION - Satisfaction is our goal and we know that the safety, ergonomic, outstanding power, comfort and economy built into Solo products will not only satisfy you, but will make you pleased enough to recommend our products to others. 1,230 dealers offer nationwide support. Solo - your best choice for all around performance and satisfaction! ***** PRICE/WARRANTY - Solo saws are mid-range in price and offer great value for your money. Each saw has a Consumer and Commercial warranty of 2 years.

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kiwi_tree_steve

any one know how to tell Age, cc rating Ect?

my knowledge of saws is limited. but im quite mechanicaly minded.

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Done it

The 647 is 47cc, they stopped making them in 1995, so it doesn't look like it's done much work. I'm not a Solo fan but you should find it ok, and the price was good.

kiwi_tree_steve

1990's would sound about right, i think the old boy brought it new, certinly was in poor condition when i got it, filled a 2L ice creem pail with soil and junk, that was covering it and all up in it, a good 3 hours cleaning, and it definalty wouldnt have done much work, hes an industrial Chemist mum had a shit when she found out he had a chain saw! ( btw that was when i told her i took it off him for abusing it ) im sure he'll be in hot water, i guess that's what ya get for having sons dad !!! lol

so do you think it will hold up as a first work saw?
or shud i not bother wasting my time with it?
(im looking for an 020 to climb with)

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Done it

Now you've got it you'll be surprised how much you use it, that size saw is very handy but get a good saw to climb with, you won't regret it.

Garry Brockley

Get yourself the 020 or ms200 you really wont regret it they are surprisingly powerful for a small saw.

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kiwi_tree_steve

thanks alot!!

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Sumomosr

Hi Steve,

The SOLO machinery is common across Western Europe and I considered them to be above average quality for DIY use.

Their knapsack sprayer is very good.

http://www.solo-germany.com/

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fletchrg

Looking for user feedback on a Husky T435.

I own an old Rancher 61 bowsaw which is my real workhorse around my place in the country. I was raised in southeastern US pulpwood country, and the pulpwooders kinda took me under their wing and taught me how to handle a saw safely and how to sharpen chains and so forth.

I have had a little Homelite Super 2 for years that I used for limbing and light felling, because, although the 61 is a real man of a saw, you really don't want to be holding the thing above your head limbing. But the Super 2 finally fell down with a whimper (just ran it so much the rings quit sealing....), so I need a lightweight limbing saw to replace it. I've been looking at the Husky T435 at 7.5 pounds - that's a little under 3.5 kilos for you Aussie-types - for the powerhead. But I cannot find any user reviews or magazine reviews on the saw and was wondering if any of you pros know anything about the saw. Thanks!

Fletcher
South Carolina, USA

dcarter

Cut4Fun is probably the person who can help guide you through some Husky info. Don't know if he has anything that size, but he's a good source to start with for sure. You may also want to try to look back through the threads with a search for that saw. There may be something posted on it already.