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357XP questions

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  1. Certified106

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    Anyone ever run one and if so what did you think of it? Are they outdated by today's saw standards?
     
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    Isnt there a post right now about it comparing it to other saws?
     
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  3. Certified106

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    I have no idea..... Where is it?
     
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    Sorry it was 550vs 346
     
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  5. Certified106

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    No problem, have you ever ran one?
     
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    No. At least that I remember. If I did not long.
     
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    I had a ms361 (stock) and sold it in favor of my 359 (muffler mod and opened up the transfers)
     
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    How does a 359 compare to a 357? What would you value a 357 in great shape? Can you tell I have no idea on used chainsaw prices
     
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    The one from Mitch is a good deal. I just traded mine for a 064. They're great firewood saw and was just replaced a little over a year ago.
     
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    The 359 is the same basic saw with a different cylinder... It was meant to be the homeowner version of the 357xp.

    In great shape a 357 -- $350 to $400 around here.
     
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    It looks super clean. I wish I knew more about saws and had a bigger budget lol.
    I'm guessing it would have more power than the 550 but it also weighs 2 pounds more.
     
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    The 550 is auto tune where as the 357 is the old screwdriver/owner tuned.

    There is a difference there.

    The auto tune guys love it and say its stronger than the none AT versions. I dont know?

    But many of the homeowner saws you can get 5-10% faster cut times just by doing a muffler modd.
     
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    Well it compares more to a 555/562 than the 550. It may be a little heavier but depending on what bar size you want to run it may be better.
     
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    What are you looking for Certified? A smaller bucking saw or a limber? The 550XP is a great limber and cartainly useful in small trunks as well. The 357XP trades a good bit of that limbing prowess for some extra power. If you're looking for something to wear a 20" bar full-time, I'd say the 357 is the better choice. Otherwise I still think the 550XP would make a great companion for your MS460.

    The 357XP is hardly outdated. Discontinued, yes, but it's a smooth runner with good power.
     
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    More power? The 357xp.... The 359 as stated above is the same saw, but slightly detuned. Both are not outdated at all. Great saws. At one time, a very sought after saw.

    Between you, Chvyman, and Jrsdws.... We have a great case of CAD here. Jrsdws bought my 545 and I believe as of tonight, he is the owner of a nice 62 cc saw, as is Mr. Chevy (a couple days ago he bought his)
     
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    Do I really have to be looking for something specific cause At this point I really have no idea and just want to try everything out, lol. (Thanks a lot Dex and Mastermech) I used to be happy with one non pro saw then I start hanging out in the chainsaw forum and the next thing I know I can't stop thinking about every saw that's for sale :mad:.

    By the way your synopsis up there didn't help out at all. It sounds like I need the 357 with a 20" bar, the 460 with the 28" bar, and the 550 with a 16" bar now. Oh I can't forget the jonsered with a 12" or 14" bar. I think I may have a problem at this point but I'm not a quitter and will push through this.......:rofl: :lol:
     
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    A 357 is a nice small saw. Now its gone my small saw is a ported 046. It may end being a ported 064 depending if I like it more than the 046. I have 390xpw coming and a 660 on the way also. 088 is going to run the mill mostly.
     
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    Well it's on it's way to my house....... The price went low enough that I had the cash sitting there and wanted to give it a try. Hopefully got a decent deal on this one. Sold my 450 Husky for $220 last night and only had to pitch in a bit more to get this one. Should be quite the upgrade I'm hoping.

    357XP 1.jpg 357XP2.jpg 357XP3.jpg
     
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    Where did you get it from?
     
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    Mitch (Mweba) From a different forum, Not sure of his last name but he had it listed on ebay for a few hours also.
     
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