ECHO CS-501P, Great Professional saw ! light-weight
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
- ECHO CS-501P, is a new improved 50.2cc Professional grade saw, 13,000 to 13,700 rpm @ wide open throttle, output 17% more power than the older CS-500P. Powerhead weight only 10.3 Lbs, ( specs shows it output 3.5 HP or 2.57 KW ). This saw came with a Pro-Lite Bar 0.050 with high-performance 20 LPX chain for professional woodcutter ( .325 pitch chain )( bar in this video is 16 inch). What you see is new, out of the box from the day before that's when I got it runing the first time. Hey! lets make a video. Well it's new so take it easy, sort of break it in... How I ended up with an ECHO? STIHL, Husqvarna, Makita (Dolmar), SOLO, ECHO Shindaiwa (Yamabiko), they all makes great , good and cheap, do your home work before spending. STIHL admirer ? yes, they learned chinese too. Makita (Dolmar) admirer? myself included!.. Now.. DOLMAR germany in the Makita familly also opted for made in china ( I found that out when I cancelled my order after reading made in china on the Makita Powerhead ). I searched for a good small (lightweight ) professional chainsaw I had stopped on the Dolmar 421 which was made in germany, not sold here in canada, they routted me to Makita canada no longer come from germany. So I changed store & first looked up for the STIHL MS-241C-M made where? parts from china, brazil, usa and lord knows where else...? nobody knows. In the SHOW ROOM we compared the STIHL MS-261C-M , the Husqvarna 550XP made in sweeden both were higher price tag did not totally feel right in my hands , then I walked across the SHOW ROOM and stopped by ECHOs , we discuss and compared ECHO with pro-grade brands that is untill a mechanic came out of the back room to interupt his bullshitting collegue and informed us he knew about that NEW ECHO model CS-501P he says this saw is insane but we dont carry it here, well I told him you personnaly order it, if it ain't made in china that's the one I'll buy! I did and dont regret it. Chain Saw Sharpening: I use a new FILE GUAGE JIG tool "Husqvarna" #505 69 81-10 , this tool fits my chains 0.325¨, file size 3/16" or 4.8 MM. Depth guage tool 0.025" . Weight comparison CS-501P 10.3 Lbs, Sthil MS-261C-M 11.5 Lbs, Stihl MS-241C-M 10.8Lbs, Husqvarna 550XP 10.8 Lbs.
Just bought this saw, and the salesman didn't even take time to show any cranking procedures. You on the other hand did an excellent job showing and explaining each aspect of it. Echo should use this video instead of local sales reps. Great job.
Great saw,I have Fieldmann 45cc saw for almost 12 year and this year she had a minnor brake down,cheap repair and still going great,some day I will buy Echo
Just picked up the echo 590 and can’t wait to use it…
I just bought one last week, love it!! And I have two stihl's
Excellent review, Echo has got their stuff together. Can't beat'em.Thumbs up my friend!
Great warm up technique. Need these engines to warm up proper for long engine life.
Excellent review including the important areas such as air filter and chain sprocket area . Thank you 🙏
Very useful! Thank you! I have smaller dcs-490 but they are similar saws
This Echo CS-590 features a 59cc engine with a 20" bar making it the most powerful saw for the sizeSnapper I'm amazed at how fast it cuts through big logs. The saw chain that is provided should be replaced (after it's dull) by the Oregon D70 chisel cut chain from that point on.
Echo is a little late to the pro show, but I feel they have nailed it. Simple, powerful, great price, easy starting, perfection, What more can a professional saw user ask for?
What i like about em is they are making a name for themselves which means they are making a good product and have to to get business and stake their claim in the race. After years of proving they are great then they will slack on quality like the other big names have.
Buy that echo 501p Like I shud have 4 yrs ago
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It's only going to get better, these saws take 10 to 15 tanks to break in good, then they run just as good as the best 50 cc saws.
I use to think husqvarna and Stihl was the best. They are good especially the high end professional line but echo has come along way. Echo mid level saws are great for most people who don’t do cutting for a living. Even homesteaders who cut often would find this to be a good saw
This is a pro saw it better be fine for the normal homeowner lol. This or the Stihl MS261, the Redmax gz5000 and the Husqvarna and Jonsered equals are about the perfect saw all most anybody would ever need and all pro level saws. The Redmax/Husqvarna/Jonsered are all the same saw just the Redmax and Jonsered are red instead of orange well now from all I can see you can only buy homeowner grade Jonsered the commercial saws are moved to Redmax. I have a GZ360 think the model is which is just a Husqvarna 439 or rear handle version of the tophandle 435T and the GZ5000 which is a 50cc pro saw. I want the Stihl MS261 so bad though lol. I have a Jonsered 2166, Makita DCS6421, Stihl 009, 017, MS250, Echo cs330T, Husqvarna 142, 562xp, John Deere whatever model think its like 500vl its made by Echo, and an old throwaway Homelite. Might have some other saws in there too I have a thing about accumulating knives, guns, cars, and chainsaws lol. Guess its better then blowing my money on strippers and cocaine lol. I just missed out on a few saws I really wanted a Stihl 046, MS440, Husqvarna 372xp, 365xt, didn't need them but when I find a good deal on a nice used saw especially a pro saw I buy. I have bought a few new lately too because I got such good deals like $525 for that Jonsered 2166 found a used one somebody had for $450 why buy that when I can get new for a little extra bought my nice light Redmax new for $265 the same Husqvarna is like $399. The damn screw to adjust the oiler was broke in the box new though and the dealer gave me a hard time wouldn't help me with the warranty so I just bought a new oiler and fixed it.
That little saw is a runner I can tell. Might just be maple and looks like new full chisel chain. But I like it.
Great saw and great review. Thanks for sharing!
For all the people who think that choke lever is plastic wrong. Its metal with plastic overmold. I got great deal on 501P ebay few weeks ago.$424 deliver w 18in bar!!
I think you'll like it, it's a good deal.
@@Danroxye01 I love it!!!
@@g.d.7629 I do too, may be tomorrow if I get the time I'll start her up, it's due for a warm up.
Best saw in the 40-50cc class there is IMO. I wouldn't trade mine for any other brand out there. I should buy another one. Seems like a lot of companies design a great product, then over the years they gotta tinker with quality and typically kill it off with some piece of crap new and improved version.
Obeconobe Rougle Trying to decide between this and the 490. Was wondering if the features are worth the extra cost.
@@markallen4001 I had to make the same decision. Lol! I bought mine online at SLE Equipment. It was around $470 out the door. IMO, yes it's worth the extra cost. Better bar, chain and handle. And your getting a saw that is more capable with the 20" bar without having to port and muff mod. You could still do these things but I'd wait till the warranty was up. Buy the 501P! Once you pull it out of the box you will be glad you did.
@@markallen4001 I forgot, you also get the Decomp feature. You don't need this to start the saw, but use it! It will dramatically extend the life of the starter unit.
Obeconobe Rougle My dealer should be getting one in on Friday.😁
Obeconobe Rougle Thanks.
Great review! I agree with you 100% about passing on Chinese made products.
The problem with prolites is the soft tip if you pinch it at all. U could get a total or tsumura prob about $45-55
When you tighten the bar nuts, lift up on the bar.
No meed it will lift up as you tighten the nuts
I will buy this saw! I have an Echo CS 400 and it totally ROCKS! I looked at Stihl too. Junk! Very disappointing, considering their past history for excellence.
I'm very happy with it, I have nothing against the other two highly reputable Sthill & Huskvarna, If you read my story it started out I wanted a Dolmar 421 but could'nt get one here where I live, thru months of research & shopping I ended up with this one. I paid more than I actually should have paid for a Dolmar but less the the very well known brands, and this one is a very good Pro saw , 5 years warranty.
the "0" series stihl were good saw but the new ones.... they have carburator problems, air filtration problem. they run like shit 3/4 of the time.
@@ryy597 I did'nt know ! thanks for your comment.
@@Danroxye01 the only ones worth buying are the pro saws. they have magnesium cases and they are made in germany. but they still have problems, they never run right. ive had 3 stihls and they all did the same thing. after that i bought echo and jonsered, now im very satisfied
@@ryy597 I'm glad to hear this, back then I sure looked at 2 Pro Stihls , MS-241 CM was built with parts from all over the world , only the heavier MS-261 CM was made in Germany but they wanted my right arm for it you know
I have the cs 490 and 590
I kept watching your video and now I have one!!!! I dont know what chain is on it but I have lots of chains. Its all ur fault I bot it!!! Thats what Ill tell my wife.Saw cant be beat. you have to hold one in your hands. Starts easier than 490 do to decomp switch.
How much power difference is the cs 49-10 to the 501. I wonder how many parts could interchangeable
I dont know ? sorry ! they are so similar, it appear the 501P is heavier with more power , I dont know how much.
@@Danroxye01 I stumbled on a video comparison of the two. They are really close
You can do a muffler mod to that saw real easy. Just take that piece off on right side of muffler then remove the short pipe inside. Then before u put back the side piece cut the front out of THAT piece out so exaust can go forward. Bigtime powergain. Bottom screw a little bit tough but putting back on is easy. Watch a muffler mod on 490 you will see!!!
G. D. Will this mod nullify the 5 year warranty?
@@markallen4001 Probably but if you bought on ebay they prob will weasle out anyways!!! All the experience Ive had has been once you buy it anywhere its yours. If you only remove the baffle and dont cut the outside they wont even know.
I turned 62 on september 5 2020. I have heart problems with a-fib. I would love to operate this saw but my cs 400 is great! I can only last a few hours now without taking chances of over doing it. Trying to get 71 acres ready to re plant pine. Oh how I would love to try this saw out. Many are going to battery operated saws. Not me.
good tree choice, my dad passed away, he had planted spruce but his plantations are attack by spruce budworm, the whole plantation is a lost, we had it air sprayed with the help of a chopper in 2016 but could'nt go on after on. My echo CS-501P is a very good saw, proud of it, I dont use it enough.
Sweet Saw!
Nice video bro!!
Made in America/Japan? They also have some manufacturing in Canada. I own the CS-590 and like it a lot. I also have a Dolmar DCS-6421 and PS-6100, but the Echo is right there (almost as good). Was interested in Solo for years, but they're not really available here (and I think the company went under, or was bought out). Anyway, nice saw and thanks for the video.
Boy you did your homework I see you even through SOLO out there!! Lot of people dont even know about them.
I have been using husky series for a long time. I'm thinking on a buy new saw. This chain saw looks good. Prize is good, ıts light. But im not sure. How about ıts vibration? Spending gas? If i buy this i would use smaller bar. Does this fast?
When I Bought this saw, this was a brand new Pro model, in fact the shop had to order it for me on special request. when the video was recorded , engine had not yet broken in, running for the first time. and the chain was a bit to tight back then. NO vibration !! and very comfortable handling. I feel NO vibration running up my arm. I use a 16 inch bar for my needs & with no regrets.. Like STIHL they have double piston rings and Nicasil coated cylinder . Husky use one ring only, they are very good saw also. it has not failed once, & I dont regret it one bit.
@@Danroxye01 Thank you for your answer. It is helpful .
4:00 - how do you change the sprocket on that thing? the nut should just come off turning clockwise or is there some more tricks to it?
I don't know but will check soon. Maybe but is left-hand threads. Put wrench tap with hammer.
Bet but is left hand thread. Prob a wrench and tap it.
Remove spark plug and put a section of rope into the cylinder to stop piston movement. If you try and remove it by any other way you will damage a spring in the recoil starter.
Nice saw. I wish I had got 1 instead of 490. I know almost same saw.
G. D. Trying to decide between them myself. $ 100.00 cost difference. With 3 shoulder surgeries, I want one that starts easily.
@@markallen4001 Get the 501p You will love it.Im comparing it to jonsereds husqvarna 550xp MKII That light weight saw is just nice and light. Plenty of power.
Mine was $399.99 ebay free shipping but pbowman in mn is about $450 u just missed echos 10% off day
G. D. Thanks.
@@markallen4001 Also u may want to put a teaspoon or less of premix pour in carb with airfilter off. Then it will kick right off. Yes the 490 kinda rough as no decomp button.Thats where that 501p shines.I still recommend muff mod. But main thing is take out that restrictor pipe. You can open those 3 slots with flat screwdriver a little more if you dont wanna cut the metal. U can always say the slots were like that when you bought it.Both are simple to start after first start.
That 2nd cut is about how they run out of the box.
Yes , exactly it was brand new, the chain was a little tight. the day after I used it and loosen the chain just a tad and it ran like a beast.
Always nays to have a neighbour with a chainsaw 😆 How does it vibration-wise and what guide bar does yours have? Thanks for sharing.
Boy Id love to get a 501P would not sell it.Would sell many 50cc saws but not that one.
Makita is going to cease production of their gas powered equipment and focus solely on battery power from an article I just read not long ago. I can't remember but I think around 2022. So obtaining parts and service will become much more difficult.
I'm glad I did'nt buy one, especially when I found out they are built in china. Too many gas powered chinese saw on the market anyway is probably why they choose to cease gas powered.
@@Danroxye01 I think it's partially due to the "Green" environment agenda and lower sales in comparison to the other big names in the business. Sad, because the Dolmar/Makitas are a well built chainsaw. Hopefully one of the other saw makers will buy them out and continue producing them.
@@obeconoberougle9497 Forestry workers look for most popular Pro saws like Stihl & Huskies mainly , Dolmar and Echo does the job too so if other saw find no use up in forestry world they end up being puchased for home use so electric is a more viable solution. I was given a chinese craftman 38 cc saw, it was rated for 40 hours of use only it was a terrible saw, so I think an electric saw would have been more useful back then. But I like the Dolmar brand and I know it is an outstanding saw built in germany and very popular in europe, I cant find it here where I live. Solo is an other one.
Not at all, they did a pretty good job on that subjet.
Danroxye01 but are they noising?
I'm not sure what you mean to ask. nosing or noisy... anyway best to grab one in your hands and have a good feel of it then you'll know for sure.
question. over the past few months you have had the echo 501 have you had any issues with it? and how many tanks of fuel do you have through it ? I've been looking for dealer in Canada that stock them
No issue yet, 3 tanks approx, I started it last in january and it started even better than what you see in this video and I use the decompressor valve because without it it's hard to crank being cold in the winter ( 2 pull with choke ON + 1 pull without choke = 3 pull total). I'm very satisfied with it so far and dont regret it. Dont expect discount on those new models, the same european powerhead are sold with a thicker chainsaw bar 0.058 (CS-501 SX ). Yes I know it's a lot of money, I felt bad the first day I bought it but now prouder. As I mention before the shop where I bought it did not stock this new model , they try to sell the older models, in that case you gotta to ask for it.
Bon video mec. T'as bien demonstrer la scie, j'en veu un, mais je vais attendre pour un deal pcq je trouve ca un peu cher. Tes dans quel region?
C'est toujours mieux attendre les ventes quand on peu. Pour ma part j'avais chercher si longtemps je ne voulais plus attendre et du la commander au gros prix , je fut donc le premier ici à en avoir une. Saguenay.
Mine never starts if it has sat for more than a month. Pain in the you know what. In my experience it's the least reliable 2cycle I've ever had, it just doesn't run when you need it.
Did some china company bought the echo brand? Shidaiwa I think? I could be wrong. Enjoyed your review ty
Japanese company! They are in Japan!
Shindaiwa is Japanese. Echo was also Japanese. But I think they have US Factories.
Echo is a Japanese company. A lot of them are built in the states.
what makes a saw professional? I've seen other saws with similar specs without being labeled proffessional. Should I get this saw over the 450 husky or ms 291?
Excellent Q ! The warranty to start with, this one is 5 years for private use, 1 year for commercial use. But there is a lot more, quality of parts, like rating of use on the cylinder / piston , alloy + coating. ( a cheap chinese saw is rated to only 45 hours of use at best ). On a cheap saw you can take the motor out of the saw, On a High quality saw the motor is the saw ( you cant take it out ) Magnesium crank case. Best I know they sell 3 grades , cheap crap , intermediate for farm use, Professionnal grade for commercial use. There are Pro Husky but very cheap Husky like those sold in hardware store be careful, If you want a Pro Stihl you should ask a Stihl dealer back when i shopped the smallest Pro saw was the MS-241 but lord knows where are they built ? It works with how it best feels in your hands and your wallet. and read the video description. Pro Echos have Black muffler. A good saw has 2 bar nuts, i could go on and on describing difference.
@@Danroxye01 Thank you my bidget is 500 but can go alittle more for quality. What would you get at that price point?
@@kjam87gxp Hey I'm in canada, I have not looked at price on saw for quite a while now, but from what I remember the Pro Echo beat the other two competitor in price the echo is no less good compared to the other two, cylinder and piston are the best in all three brand the only difference is the Husky is a single piston ring while the ECHO and the Stihl have 2 piston rings, so you decide what you prefer, Stilh cost the most, Echo cost less and give an outstanding waranty. I think for 500 you might be able to find a new CS-501 P like mine, but I dont know where you live. When I bought mine , it was the first in my region and they did'nt carry the model so I paid more just to get it, but couple years after I went back in the store the price had lowered. Hey man look in Home depot it's $459.99
450 is 45ccs 291 weighs about 45lbs The 291 will have more power its 56ccs I believe But the same weight as 78 buick. Neither the 450 or 291 are pro class saws.
@@kjam87gxp get a echo 620p at home depot. Its good for small and big stuff.
Don't just stand there give it a handfull!!!
Easy for you to say. Overhere I'm stocked in 10ft of snow.
does it have vibration?
2 tanks and you'll notice the power difference. Tell the non believers the choke is only coated with plastic. But is metal.
I'm having a hard time deciding if I want to get the 501p or the 620pw. If you had to pick one which would you choose and why?
Hello, it is the first time I hear about this 620pw my first impression it is a great saw certainly worth to consider, Do you need a 27 inches Bar ? Personnally I dont require anything more than 16 inch Bar and I want my saw to be as light as possible, I like my saw, it's just right for me, I'd love to try one fitted with a 16 inch bar and feel the difference but really my sore back is the boss.
501p will be $450-$500 but light if you are cutting bigger than 18 all the time get the 620p or shindaiwa 600sx same exact saw but red.620 can be had for about $550 to ur door.13.7lb powerhead 501p 10.3-10.6
Also echo 490 right now a gal is selling new in box $249.99 free ship ebay
What are you using it for? I have a 620pw. Great saw. If you want lighter and don't need the power, get the 501p.
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I disagree about the china and ather cheap countries manufaction i think that it is not a problem especialy if you buy serius
brands. On the other hand i own a Shindaiwa 501 sx which is the same saw and i have to say it is excellent saw very powerfull light with nice ergonimical shape and hopefully reliable as all Echo,Shindaiwa products. Good buy! I have to say never the less that the best saw i ever work whith, was the ECHO CS 4400 ..fantastick saw the most smooth and powerfull engine that i have ever experince and the hole saw was in terms of design and specs better than most of the modern saws for sure equal whith my new saw but the engine was smoother if i found one new somewere stock i buy it!
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- Cheap Chinese saws are excellent for the money I believe (but I guess it depends on the saw). I'm considering selling one of my saws and buying a Chinese "backup" for $100 or so.
4910 is the exact same saw except for the handle bar
they 're very close one an other, but there must be differences like carburator. 4910 not specified, Bar on 501P is a PRO-LITE , as for the 4910 is Laminated, 4910 handle is plastic , 501P handle is aluminium,, 501P has a Walbro carburator, I dont know about 4910 carburator, I dont know about the 4910 muffler. There is a huge difference in price, 4910 is $100 cheaper
@@Danroxye01 Engine and carb is the same on the new 4910 and 501p.
@@johnm8891 I dont know what carburator is used on a 4910, the 4910 was put together for another purpose, I dont know why they call it a rear-handle chainsaw, as for the price that is a good price for what it is.
Husq covers a lot. But if you buy on ebay they all give you the evil eye!
what the price for the 501.
Too Much ! here in canada I paid $629. + both taxes along with that I took a small 2 cycle engine oil mix, total $730. I know now, there is an alternative for that same little profesionnal grade saw, for less $ the Shindaiwa 491S it's the same but without decompression valve and no transparent tank. Both ECHO ( bright orange ) and the Shindaiwa ( red ) both belong to Yamabiko corp. Japan built in japan. My brother owns a Shindaiwa 488 he had it for so many years and he said to me it is the best saw ever , all his life he worked in the forest industry so I thrust him. I dont regret it a single bit.
ok thank you im living too canada.
I think your wrong. I believe the 491S is the Echo cs-490..Not the 501. The saw you bought is better. Notably, better HP And power to weight than the 490. You not only have about 1/2 HP + better power. you also have a better bar and chain. Not bad really.
OK thank you, I stand corrected. I never had the technical specs of that specific Shindaiwa in my hands but they look so much alike. Like I was saying, that CS-501P is a great little saw, powerful and light.
I'll probably cheep out and get the 490. Then i'll regret it. carb and muffler mods to get close to a 501s power. and then i'll have no warranty. That 5 yr warranty is really nice. Even after all that I'll need a better chain to keep up with the 501. Echo nailed it with the 501.
You didn't tension that chsin correctly. Again someone that doesn't need a pro saw and shouldn't have it either. Free spin rpm doesn't equal power in the cut jeezus.
I have a brand new 501p assembled and test fired Im dying to cut but my foot will not allow me. Im 62 and God really must be mad at me.
I'll turn 62 in couple of weeks. I have health issues also.
Go ahead and nail me I expect it.
Hey Man ! I'm happy . Muffler mod yeah , no hurry. Snow storm outside. No Rush really
I want this saw
Sorry I'm keeping it, ain't for sale.
Is that a 20" or 18" bar?
Mine is a 16¨ bar , it is built to fit 20" , 18" or 16¨ , because I have a bad back I wanted a saw as lite as possible.
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I have had nothing but issues with mine. First, wouldn't start, needed a coil. Now I have absolutely no power under a load. Huge disappointment
return it or take back to the shop where you bought it for warranty. That's what I would do. And sorry to hear , when ya hit a lemon ya hit a lemon.
Here's Stihls warranty!! Oh you straightgassed it with bad fuel and dirty airfilter. The end.
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Plastic side cover on a "PRO" saw. NOPE
That's all?
How many side covers have you broke plastic or otherwise. You only say that because you"re a stihlhead. Ive built engines over 40 yrs STIHL aint the best. Ask anybody who used a stihl and dealer said get bent on warranty!!! They have some good saws ms 250 you know I believe yes I know that side cover is plastic. But its a great little saw. Any rotating mass can give you problems!!!!!!! I got Fd by stihl twice. Thats when I said never again. Metalcover magnesium or other wise can all break. Drop 500 lb log on stihl sidecover see what happens.
Side cover doesnt really do too much anyway, what do you think its gonna do any better being magnesium?
@@chipevans8239 I would've preferred it to be magnesium myself. More durable and it helps to pull heat away from the clutch assembly. But is it a deal breaker? No. I still bought a 501P because after comparing with the competition and reading and watching reviews, it's still the best 50cc saw currently available imo.
if you need a decompression valve on that saw you shouldn't be running a saw hopefully you don't actually use it
What a dimp.