Do I need another 660? Of course not!!! But you know the story! I got my eye on one for $650. Owner has receipts of recent rebuild by a very reputable shop in the state. Looks like they checked everything and fixed what was needed (including piston) with all OEM parts. Cosmetics look good. Comes with 25” BC.? Is there anything else that should be of any concerns after a good rebuild?
FIFY. Sounds like you’re just wanting encouragement, but surely won’t find anybody encouraging a saw purchase here... Got it home yet? How bout Now? Gonna need a video of it running. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Of course you don’t need another one, but What’s that got to do with it .? “Want “ outweighs “need”. ..... always
After a good rebuild? Naa... run it a touch rich and listen closely to the tune. After a questionable rebuild? Lots... It’s hard for me to trust rebuilt saws by probably 95% of the population who can fix them. The 5% are mostly on here or AS. To be honest, I struggle trusting two-smoke “mechanics” since I know all too well what should go into a rebuild. Cutting corners, working fast, dirty work conditions, aftermarket parts not disclosed, are all recipes for disaster on two-strokes. They have less margin for error compared to some other engines (debatable, I know- but how many mower shops avoid engine work completely and just clean carbs and sharpen blades all day?). *wiggle the crank if the owner lets you
Don't come here asking if you need another one. We're not going to convince you not to get it. So, is it in your possession yet?
Thanks for the info! I’m very confident in the shop that did the work. Probably the most reputable Stihl dealer in eastern SD. I’m sure they went through it well. I’m wondering more how well the bottom end will hold up over time or if bearings, cranks ect will eventually have to be replaced?
Going to check it out this weekend, it’s about an hour away. Not sure if I’ll pull the trigger since I don’t need it, but like said, I’m sure I could get my money out of it if I sold it.
The bottom end question depends on a ton of factors. “Hours” just being one. I will say that 1122 series saws are usually used hard by pros or on mills. They run big bars that can, in theory, put more stress on the pto bearing and crank (chain contractions, ability to pull a dull a chain, etc). I’ve rebuilt two with pto bearing issues. I’ve been into a few other carcasses where bearings were obviously shot. Any shop worth its salt will carefully examine a crank and bearings before fitting a new top end.
Yes you do need it. What if you go into the woods and your saw dies or gets bound in a tree? You HAVE to have another saw of equal or greater size to get it out. A 660 for 650 you are saving 10 something or other. Why wait till the weekend go directly after work and you could be back for dinner.
I look at it this way: Since there are just so darn many trees over 6 inch in diameter, every hoarder must eventually have an 880 M (or a pair), $2k out the door. How is saving $1350 not the responsible thing to do, when we all have families to provide for? We can’t always think about ourselves, you know.
So the plot thickens on the 660. Through Texting back and forth trying to figure out if we can set up a meeting time he mentions that he has a newer, 2013 660 that has not been rebuilt. So now do I try to just buy one saw or both. If I buy both I’m definitely selling one. Problem is it’s not like used 660’s are flying off the shelf! I’m sure I could get a little better deal buying both. Says he he’s selling to get a 462... makes sense.
