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expiredbingo1 posted May 07, 2024 06:48 AM
expiredbingo1 posted May 07, 2024 06:48 AM

20" Craftsman S205 46cc 2-Cycle Gas Chainsaw

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MTD Parts has 20" Craftsman S205 46cc 2-Cycle Gas Chainsaw (CMXGSAMY462S) for $149 - $14.90 when you apply promo code MTDTEN in cart = $134.10. Shipping is free.

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Features:
  • Includes heavy-duty carrying case and 2-cycle engine oil
  • 46cc full-crank high output engine
  • 20-in low-kickback bar and chain
  • Easy Start technology for simpler pull starts
  • 5-point anti-vibration system
  • Automatic oiler
  • Inertia-activated chain brake

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Update: This deal is still available.

MTD Parts has 20" Craftsman S205 46cc 2-Cycle Gas Chainsaw (CMXGSAMY462S) for $149 - $14.90 when you apply promo code MTDTEN in cart = $134.10. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member bingo1 for posting this deal.

Features:
  • Includes heavy-duty carrying case and 2-cycle engine oil
  • 46cc full-crank high output engine
  • 20-in low-kickback bar and chain
  • Easy Start technology for simpler pull starts
  • 5-point anti-vibration system
  • Automatic oiler
  • Inertia-activated chain brake

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  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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kssteve
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I spent some time reading about this saw, and it gets pretty good reviews as a homeowner chainsaw. Reviews say it's a little heavy because it has more metal components than other comparable homeowner saws. No it's not a Swedish made Husqvarna, but it's also not priced like one.
DealEngineer
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20 inch bar, reputable brand, case included, at this price... this is a great find OP.
bingo1
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What the what??? Let's take a look at each of your points above:
- Battery power chainsaws still need chain tension adjusted
- Battery power chainsaws still need bar oil to be monitored and refilled
- Comes with oil mix for 1 gallon gas = super simple to refuel
- Since when does a new saw's carb need to be adjusted? Mine worked perfectly out of box.
- Battery power chainsaws still need chains to be sharpened after significant use

Agreed with your initial point that "24" is a big tree for a new chainsaw user", but none of your points back this up! Going with a battery-powered chainsaw rather than gas does not make cutting a tree easier or safer than gas for a novice or an expert.

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May 08, 2024 11:20 AM
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yakkyMay 08, 2024 11:20 AM
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For homeowners that occasionally need a saw, nothing beats Oregon's self sharpening 18" corded saw. The blade tolerates newbie mistakes, it never has carb issues and it's batteries don't need to be replaced when you need it most. It's also a little beast, tons of torque.
May 08, 2024 11:22 AM
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TealIdea227May 08, 2024 11:22 AM
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Quote from TheOldDude :
Umm OK?
So this is a Chinese copy of somebody else's decades-old design regardless if they stick a "Craftsman" label on it or not. Why pay for the Craftsman sticker when you're already making a nonreturnable purchase online with zero actual warranty?
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GreenGuide968May 08, 2024 11:53 AM
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Quote from yakky :
For homeowners that occasionally need a saw, nothing beats Oregon's self sharpening 18" corded saw. The blade tolerates newbie mistakes, it never has carb issues and it's batteries don't need to be replaced when you need it most. It's also a little beast, tons of torque.
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Quote from grtkbrandon :
I've got a fallen live oak tree beside my house that's about two feet or so in diameter. What are the chances this could get the job done?
Warning I am a hardcore echo chainsaw guy! I just bought a new weedeater and chainsaw from an echo dealer. For a one time gig I would put money on the craftsman handling it with ease. My suggestion would be to get a craftsman from Lowes since they have several on clearance row at my lowes. If it doesn't work you can take it back. My 1978 echo has 25:1 gas to oil ratio. I use 32:1 in even my brand new cs355t. Remember the EPA is pushing the higher ratio for air pollution. As for 2 stroke oils name brands are expensive. If you can get them in quarts or gallons such as Super Tech TC-W3 marine oil. I have used it for 40 years no problem. Many say never use outboard motor oil in a chainsaw but I have had good luck.
Be mindful of the need for tightening the chain and components out of the box since loose parts can be disastrous. Many of the 2 stroke oils charge $50/gallon while Walmart charges 19/gallon for Super tech. I wish you luck.
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A few comments, for those considering this deal.

1) It's a heavy saw. 15lbs. fully oiled and fueled. A typical, 16" homeowner saw will be 12lbs. That's a big difference and your arms and back will know it. If you are physically fit, no big deal. If yardwork and handling heavy tools wears you out, skip this in favor of something else.

2) The 20" bar is a bit large for the motor size; 18" is more appropriate. It will be underpowered, which will make it frustrating to use on larger cutting jobs. It will also cause you to want to push it harder, dulling the chain faster. Remember to let the saw do the work, even if it seems like it is cutting slowly. A sharp chain is critical to good chainsaw performance, and this is one of the gotchas for newbies. Get a spare chain, and/or learn how to sharpen a chain. It's not hard, and it's part of the regular use of a chainsaw.

3) Use non-ethanol gas. The biggest problem casual chainsaw users have is the carb getting fouled due to bad gas. Ethanol blended fuels are really bad in this regard. The saw gets hard to start, doesn't run right, and you quickly get into hating the thing, bringing it to someone for tuning/repair, and repeating that cycle over the years of ownership.

My saws are Husqvarna. Great saws, but they suck when I neglect them, and that's true of any brand chainsaw.
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tigerdaleMay 08, 2024 02:11 PM
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Quote from TealIdea227 :
Who calls for a 40:1 ratio in 2023?
Here is an informative video regarding 2 stroke oil ratios. The author has other informative small engine videos on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/y67mRFJhng0?si=IfpkL6dc4rXlQvXH

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Kuma1May 08, 2024 03:02 PM
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Quote from TheOldDude :
24" is a big tree for a new chainsaw user. Unless you can adjust chain tension, monitor and refill bar oil and gas-oil-mix fuel, adjust a 2 stroke carburetor, file a chainsaw chain every 2 or so tankfuls, and maintain a 2 stroke motor then I would get the Milwaukee M18 battery chainsaw.

But otherwise this is a good deal.
Quote from grtkbrandon :
I've got a fallen live oak tree beside my house that's about two feet or so in diameter. What are the chances this could get the job done?
Cutting a large oak with a battery saw would take a lot of time. Lots of charging the bat. And you will spend a lot more money for a good bat chainsaw. And bat saws can weigh a lot!! They need a large bat which is heavy. Yes, I own two gas and a bat. The bat is handy for quick, short work, maybe some limbs... and Im lazy not wanting to deal with gas. Not to cut a cord or two.

If that tree is already on the ground this 46cc craftsman can do it but like others said, the 20" bar is really too large. But for one tree, who cares, I would go for it Just be careful, do not hurry, and pay attention. And think ahead of how the tree may move when youre cutting large limbs and the main trunk.
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02lowriderMay 08, 2024 03:38 PM
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On hold for 55+ minutes now... No end in sight! Good luck!!!!!
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StyletoneMay 08, 2024 05:54 PM
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I was looking at the 18" gas chainsaw from HF but this is better and cheaper. Thanks!
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CreditGuyMay 08, 2024 06:01 PM
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Quote from Kuma1 :
Cutting a large oak with a battery saw would take a lot of time. Lots of charging the bat. And you will spend a lot more money for a good bat chainsaw. And bat saws can weigh a lot!! They need a large bat which is heavy. Yes, I own two gas and a bat. The bat is handy for quick, short work, maybe some limbs... and Im lazy not wanting to deal with gas. Not to cut a cord or two.

If that tree is already on the ground this 46cc craftsman can do it but like others said, the 20" bar is really too large. But for one tree, who cares, I would go for it Just be careful, do not hurry, and pay attention. And think ahead of how the tree may move when youre cutting large limbs and the main trunk.
I cut about 5 cords with a Hart and it was fine. Now it was pine (oak doesn't grow at 8700 feet in Colorado) but it wasn't much of an issue at all and it was 5 cords vs 2, granted a much softer wood. Extra batteries are easy to get on eBay and aren't expensive, so having a spare or two isn't a big deal. The biggest issue is making sure the chain is sharp and that just takes a bit of practice. I bought a box of files and as they wore down I threw them away. I think there is a time and place for gas and for battery and to me, for a basic homeowner chainsaw, you will have a hard time convincing me gas is a better way to go.
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yakkyMay 08, 2024 06:17 PM
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Quote from CreditGuy :
I cut about 5 cords with a Hart and it was fine. Now it was pine (oak doesn't grow at 8700 feet in Colorado) but it wasn't much of an issue at all and it was 5 cords vs 2, granted a much softer wood. Extra batteries are easy to get on eBay and aren't expensive, so having a spare or two isn't a big deal. The biggest issue is making sure the chain is sharp and that just takes a bit of practice. I bought a box of files and as they wore down I threw them away. I think there is a time and place for gas and for battery and to me, for a basic homeowner chainsaw, you will have a hard time convincing me gas is a better way to go.
Can't agree more on having a sharp blade, it'll make a cheap saw outdo an expensive saw with a dull blade any day. But sharpening chains is a PITA. A longer chain like a 20 can take 20-30 minutes if you hit some dirt and really need to clean it up. At times I wonder why I don't just throw on a new chain. Oregon's self sharpening chains are awesome for casual users, I have a saw that I keep around for work around dirt and that's all I keep on there.
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Slickone_May 08, 2024 06:17 PM
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Quote from Kuma1 :
Maybe. Carb, hoses, filter, bulb.. New plug and gap "not" to spec. Then the trick is to tune it correctly. Lots of vids on that.
I did install new fuel line, as the old had turned brittle and fell apart. This was my dad's chainsaw, and he used ethanol gas (I don't). I tried for a long time to set the mixture, but couldn't seem to get it set correctly, thus it still bogs down and dies when you try to rev it up.
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Kuma1May 08, 2024 07:27 PM
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Quote from Slickone_ :
I did install new fuel line, as the old had turned brittle and fell apart. This was my dad's chainsaw, and he used ethanol gas (I don't). I tried for a long time to set the mixture, but couldn't seem to get it set correctly, thus it still bogs down and dies when you try to rev it up.
Carb kits with everything are only $18.

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LukeedMay 08, 2024 07:31 PM
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I would be concerned by the 1-star reviews on Lowes.

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