ms650

[woodwizzard]

Anyone know much or have any experience about these saws? Seem to be similar to a 660, but 5cc and a 1/2hp down. Could a 660 pot and piston go on if the need arise?

[Stihl123]

spend an extra few quid and get a 660

[Chopsdaly]

I bought one a couple of years ago which had only been used a handful of times, also got it for half the cost of a new one

[Macpherson]

I've got an ms650 simply because it came up when I was looking for 660, the 6.7cc less doesn't bother me,as far as I remember at the time I bought it Stihl wanted a saw in the 85cc bracket in order to appease the US epa emissions legislation.

 

I'm fairly sure it's the same bottom end and I think 660 top end would fit from what I've read { perhaps with some slight mods } but I don't know how the heavier piston would effect the balance of the crank / vibes , somebody will.......I've not had any problems with mine...cheers

[elfinwood saws]

Yes 660 pot and piston fit .

[spudulike]

Yes it will fit. Make sure there isn't a residue of black powder on the body of the saw as many 650s were being used by an aluminium processing plant a few years back and most of them were shagged from cutting billets of aluminium.

 

If it is clean and cheap then probably a good bet.

[spudulike]

British Alcan was the company!

[woodwizzard]

What's a good price for a good condition low use one?

[spudulike]

£450-650 depending on bar, chain and overall condition.

[woodwizzard]

Thanks for that