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Stihl 023 matures and produces an offspring

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  1. cnice_37

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    Ray, that is 5 minutes down the road. Horrible story.
     
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    Awesome on the gang to get that 555 for ya. This place is amazing.
     
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    Very close to you.. Really nice people too! I would like to know what caused the fire..
     
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    When I got the text of how excited Ray was that's all that was needed. I had a huge smile on my face knowing that Ray was truly happy and shocked. Love the crowd we have here.
     
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    It's all about the members here Sean..
     
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    When Kenis asked if I wanted to be included in the pm or just be the silent guy it didn't even hit me til MM sent out the first pm. Then I realized how big this really was going to be. I sure am glad Kenis told me about FHC.
     
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    Sure was an amazing PM! FHC seems like a good fit for you.. Many like minded people around here..
     
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    Awesome group of guys here that put this together. Congrats on the 555 Ray, your gonna love it . :yes:
     
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    Just read all the posts back when you were considering\buying your 555.. Still loving it?
     
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    Yep, cut over 10 cords so far. It does have the dreaded of idle lag that I guess was fairly common on early units. Only does it when fully warmed up. I guess it is fairly easy to fix with videos on you tube. I'm going to bring it to the dealer under warranty, but have a little hoard coming up in the next week or two so it can wait for now. It really isn't a problem as it is ,but I know it ain't perfect so it's going back. Good luck with yours !
     
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    So let's hear about the upcoming hoard we need details :)
     
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    I have to admit Ray I'm glad you didn't take me up on the free earthquake now lol it helped pay for a WAY better saw....

    Your response was worth it!

    Did it fit in that box?
     
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    You had me fooled with your Earthquake story Pete! I haven't tried to get it in the box but will today.. Thanks again buddy! BTW how is that knee doing?
     
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    Yup fits great! :thumbs: Nice home for the 555!
     

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    MasterMech I just cleaned and mounted the bar. Gotta say I love the side tensioner! Took all of 5 seconds to adjust the chain tension! Much better than the front tensioner plus safer too! Really nice looking and clean chainsaw for its age.. Have the 1 year old granddaughter here while my daughter and her fiance look at places to hold their future wedding reception.. Here are pics of the little one and the 023(5) assembled.. Now to get some fresh fuel.. Still quite cold here with the windchill..
     

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    That's a great story! Just saw this... Congrats raybonz :thumbs:.... This shows how great FHC is day in and day out. A great group of individuals.
     
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    That was a true story buddy I had probably 4 or 5 earthquake saws come through my doors recently. I did exactly what I said with the last one and helped a good man out... I sold a different one to gas for yours.

    Everything just sorta happened.
     
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    Great story all the way around ! Makes me smile :)
     
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    Glad to have you here to bro... :)

    We are a giving community. Over half the staff had no idea of this. It was an inside job. 2 members and 3 staff. I was proud to be a part of it.. :thumbs:

    Ray, you are a giving Father and friend. As I said before, it's time someone did something for you!! :D
     
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    You guys are amazing! I am still amazed this happened and never expected anything like this, ever.. I can't say thanks enough!
     
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