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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.

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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MTD Parts price of $149.00 for new unit w/free shipping.

In cart, apply Promo Code MTDTEN for additional 10% Off = $134.10

Heavy-duty carrying case and 2-cyle engine oil included. Took 4 business days to receive after order.

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Created 05-06-2024 at 11:48 PM by bingo1
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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.
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20 inch bar, reputable brand, case included, at this price... this is a great find OP.
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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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05-07-2024 at 03:47 AM.

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05-07-2024 at 03:47 AM.
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.
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05-07-2024 at 07:43 AM.
05-07-2024 at 07:43 AM.
20 inch bar, reputable brand, case included, at this price... this is a great find OP.
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joeystalin
05-07-2024 at 08:55 AM.
05-07-2024 at 08:55 AM.
who makes this for them cause i'm sure its not craftsman. If its Poulan, I'd stay away.
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05-07-2024 at 09:16 AM.

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05-07-2024 at 09:16 AM.
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who makes this for them cause i'm sure its not craftsman. If its Poulan, I'd stay away.
MTD has never been part of Poulan/Husky. They are direct competitors.

Arboristsite reports this saw has an aluminum crankcase (not plastic), removable cylinder, and adjustable oiler.
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05-07-2024 at 10:10 AM.

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05-07-2024 at 10:10 AM.
I've had this chainsaw for a few years and it works great.
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Slickone_
05-07-2024 at 10:41 AM.
05-07-2024 at 10:41 AM.
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who makes this for them cause i'm sure its not craftsman. If its Poulan, I'd stay away.
My Poulan made Craftsman chainsaw has been a huge POS.
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05-07-2024 at 11:04 AM.
05-07-2024 at 11:04 AM.
Quote from Slickone_ :
My Poulan made Craftsman chainsaw has been a huge POS.
It's an MTD saw, not a Poulan. It's on MTD's website.
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05-07-2024 at 11:10 AM.
05-07-2024 at 11:10 AM.
Not sure why so much hate on Poulan. Maybe the new stuff is trash but I have a 42cc Poulan pro with the standard 18" bar. I'm gonna guess it's over 15 years old and I use it fairly regularly. I lightly file the chain every 2 tank fulls and use good 2 cycle oil and ethanol free gas. I have had to adjust the carb every 2 years or so (simple tune). Starts easy on the second pull. If you are going to own a chainsaw (or any 2 cycle product) you need to learn how to maintain it.

Sure I wish I had a Stihl 500i but I don't have $1700 to spend.
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05-07-2024 at 11:20 AM.
05-07-2024 at 11:20 AM.
Quote from TheOldDude :
Not sure why so much hate on Poulan. Maybe the new stuff is trash but I have a 42cc Poulan pro with the standard 18" bar. I'm gonna guess it's over 15 years old and I use it fairly regularly. I lightly file the chain every 2 tank fulls and use good 2 cycle oil and ethanol free gas. I have had to adjust the carb every 2 years or so (simple tune). Starts easy on the second pull. If you are going to own a chainsaw (or any 2 cycle product) you need to learn how to maintain it.

Sure I wish I had a Stihl 500i but I don't have $1700 to spend.
No Poulan hate from me. I've got an old "Wild Thing" P4018WT I bought as a refurb that I use routinely as my light saw. It starts reliably even after a lot of use. I did have to replace the fuel lines, but that's routine on saws as they age.

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05-07-2024 at 11:47 AM.
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Bought a slightly used 50cc Poulan for $30 4 years ago. Case is worth $30. The owner could not keep it running. I installed a carb for $15 and it works good. Not perfect, but good. One thing with that 50cc is the plug gap. Cant remember the gap but changing it per a chainsaw forums recommendations made it start as it should. btw - My little 35cc Echo kiks arse and does 95% of cutting 2 cords of oak a year. Muffler mod and tune woke it up.

Anyway, this MTD for occasional use I guess, not for me though. Power to weight ratio alone is horrible. 3.7 reviews on Lowes.
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05-07-2024 at 11:52 AM.
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Quote from Kuma1 :
Bought a slightly used 50cc Poulan for $30 4 years ago. Case is worth $30. The owner could not keep it running. I installed a carb for $15 and it works good. Not perfect, but good. One thing with that 50cc is the plug gap. Cant remember the gap but changing it per a chainsaw forums recommendations made it start as it should. btw - My little 35cc Echo kiks arse and does 95% of cutting 2 cords of oak a year. Muffler mod and tune woke it up.

Anyway, this MTD for occasional use I guess, not for me though. Power to weight ratio alone is horrible. 3.7 reviews on Lowes.
Spark plug gap advice:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEihGpVyvfc
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05-07-2024 at 01:02 PM.
05-07-2024 at 01:02 PM.
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What is MTD? Craftsman is part of Stanley Black & Decker, which owns no chain saw brand as far as I can tell on their website. I've never heard of MTD.

So the question remains, who makes this because most likely Craftsman hasn't made their own small engine in 50 years.
Minnesota Tool and Die. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MTD_Holdings
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