Makita recall

[Stubby]

On 07/08/2018 at 18:35, woodwizzard said:

Shame, the 365 isn't a patch on the 7900. I won't be bothering sending mine off and I will deal with any issue if and when it happens.

No . It wont be really . A proper comparison would be with a Husqvarna 385/390 .

[DCS6800i]

Hmmm had heard about this recall, but didn't really look into it too much... but having read through this thread I don't think I'll bother sending my 6401 back

[billpierce]

Hmmm had heard about this recall, but didn't really look into it too much... but having read through this thread I don't think I'll bother sending my 6401 back

I'd just wait until your handle breaks and then send it back for a free fix

[spudulike]

For those wanting to test the operation of the brake guard handle, try operating it on both far top edges of the guard handle. I usually find that any saw with excessive wear in brake components doesn't operate well when you push forward on the top edge of the brake handle guard nearest the recoil cover. If it doesn't work as well as it does in the middle or not at all, you have issues.

Seen this on a few models of different manufacturers saws and is a useful check.