I bought the ms271 new about 4 years ago, i used it hard for the first 6 months, and have used it many times since. Only starting issue i ever had was caused by fuel that wasnt very fresh, and the same fuel caused issues with other saws i own. So no issues with the saw itself. Im planning on getting a new stihl bar and😅 chain, same specs. 20" bar with the .325 chain setup is a perfect match for this 50cc saw. Cheers, Chris
Thank you. I bought a new 271 about 6 months ago and haven't used it. I did last weekend but wouldn't start so I gave up. I watched your video--followed it--boom it started it LOL I can cut some woods tomorrow..the cold weather is upon us
Just picked up the 271. I’m now kicking myself because I wish I shelled out the extra 200 for the 261. But hey, the 271 is a great saw. I enjoy running it. I’ll buy a 440 down the road. Want a nice muscle saw. they see like firearms, the more the merrier
Man my brother bought a 026 Super back in 1990 and that saw today stiil kick ass and turns logs into saw dust. Got my 271 in 15 and it still keeps me warm in the winter, not bad for $400 bucks. Also want a 261/ 262 Pro just because.
Just picked up a 271 at a pawn for $350, they had 4 on it but I figured make an offer. It's brand new, never cut a stick. I hope I like it but I couldn't pass at the price.
Thanks for sharing cause I just purchased my first ever brand new Stihl Farm Boss 271 and love it. Great saw for firewood use and I especially take very good care of it hoping to get a lifetime of use out of it. Just the saw I was needing for my firewood neeeds
@@Tyler-ut6st yes, when I very first bought it I had trouble with it starting and idling correctly and the dealership wouldn't honor their warranty either. I returned it 4x's just for them to tell me nothing was wrong with it and the last time they wanted to charge me a shop charge and I hadn't even used it yet. I ended up taking it to another dealership and they finally got it running correctly and covered it under the warranty. It cut good and everything after that but I ended up selling it and buying a Echo CS590 Timberwolf and I love it. I sent it to Iowa Performance Saw's and had a muffler mod and retune and it's a beast. It only cost $400 brand new and came with a 5yr warranty. It's a way better built saw and it's way stronger than the 271. It has the magnesium casing instead of the plastic, adjustable oiler, electronic ignition switch, decompression button and 3/8 chain.
@@dentondunn4346 thanks for the info, I'll keep that in mind! Mine is still under warranty so hopefully the place i bought it from won't charge me anything. Dropped it with them this morning and they said they'd take a look at it. I think the carburetor might be bad
@@Tyler-ut6st I wish you the best of luck with yours, I just bought mine from a crappy dealership. Then again the Stihl company didn’t work with my dealership and help me none. I’ll never buy another new Stihl, they done me in with them
I ended up going with the MS261 C-M. Phenomenal saw. I've only just recently ran the saw fully seated in, about 20 full tanks and she is smooth and STURDY! Really happy I ended up going with the professional Level saw. An absolute Monster, but not too intimidating!
great video. was just looking for reviews/info on farm boss replacement chains and saw this. very informative for noobies to this platforn. any suggestions on .325 chains for this? the one i was looking at has been getting a bad rap.
You know the good thing about buying a power tool from a dealer is the way they eplane things and service unfortunly the shop in our town stop selling them seems the big box stores are selling moore of them in this area
Nice video ! Been looking at the Farm Boss . The weight specs shows 12.3 lbs at dry weight and just the power head . Do you happen to know the true weight with bar ,chain and fuel and oil . Been having issues with shoulder with my heavier saw and not my lighter saw . I weighed both of my saws with 20’’ bar and fueled and oiled up so I know if this will work for me . Thanks
My 271 seems like it's not oiling good. Shouldn't it spray a little oil on the chain cover when ribbing it up? What bar oil you suggest to use in these colder Temps btw? I'm using the Stihl brand in the orange jug but seems thick for this colder weather
Remove the bar and chain and see if the oil is coming out of the oil port which is right by the sprocket you’ll see the slot. Stihl does have a winter grade bar oil that is lighter weight but let’s start with checking to make sure the oiler itself is functioning
I use stihl bar oil, but not sure if its getting enough on the bar? Is there a method to know or determine if it's being oiled enough, or too much? Currently i feel like its not getting enough but its also 25 degrees outside.
Hey do you have a winter grade or oil that may be a wise thing to use when the temperature is it 32° or less. There’s not really a proper test way really comes down to kind of knowing what your normal flow is mini how much is left in the tank full tank of gas. I would maybe make sure that your oil passed ways are clear and then either pick up some winter grade bar oil or if that is not an option in your area add a little bit of 30 weight oil to your gallon of bar oil. You wanna be careful with that but you want to sit it out just a little bit lower the viscosity. I hope this helps you out.
I normally wait until a problem before I change the shutter. That said traditionally Stihl says under 40°. In my experience I haven’t seen a problem with the saws until it gets under 30°
Everyone seems to run the chain too tight for me, it tightens up under throttle even more, causes saw to bog too much, although I know too loose and it'll keep jumping off the bar, I don't have any trouble with that but I don't like to hear that chain grinding sound when it's just running, rev it up about four times or so and I bet the bar is already hot... could be just me
Going to give everyone a little piece of advice pay attention to your oiler Reservoir clean it thoroughly before refilling every time I love my saw but now because I was in a hurry I have to replace a lot of parts the oiler the worm gear the clutch just a lot of parts trust me clean off the oiler Reservoir before filling it up
I'll pay you another thing don't let anyone ever borrow your chainsaw cuz while you just got the oiler unclog and you told the dummy to pay attention to the oiler they will burn your up and not care if you paid $500 for it
Crap saw. My had nothing but problems straight out of the box. Lock Handle breaks in two weeks. Store blames me. Muffler falls off. Yes, loosens itself and falls off. Multiple times. Store won't honor warranty and again blame me. Hello Husqvarna 550. Stihl has been fired.
This includes everything I needed!!! Just this one, short video, gets you up and running, SAFELY, and avoids costly mistakes! GREAT VIDEO!!!
I bought the ms271 new about 4 years ago, i used it hard for the first 6 months, and have used it many times since. Only starting issue i ever had was caused by fuel that wasnt very fresh, and the same fuel caused issues with other saws i own. So no issues with the saw itself. Im planning on getting a new stihl bar and😅 chain, same specs. 20" bar with the .325 chain setup is a perfect match for this 50cc saw. Cheers, Chris
Thank you. I bought a new 271 about 6 months ago and haven't used it. I did last weekend but wouldn't start so I gave up. I watched your video--followed it--boom it started it LOL I can cut some woods tomorrow..the cold weather is upon us
Thank you sir I just picked up a 271. One of many saws. This is a very helpful guide.
Just fantastic-so well done, thanks!
This is the right way to do a video. On track right through to the end on how to use start safety Great Job
Thank you so much
Very simple and informative. Thanks.
Just picked up the 271. I’m now kicking myself because I wish I shelled out the extra 200 for the 261.
But hey, the 271 is a great saw. I enjoy running it. I’ll buy a 440 down the road. Want a nice muscle saw. they see like firearms, the more the merrier
The more the merrier for sure. 462 with a 28 light bar!
@@Carlsmower I hear the 046 is one of the best saws Stihl ever made
going to buy the same saw tomorrow awesome video man.
Fantastic intro video, thank you for quick run down.
And remember to rotate your bar every time you sharpen it.
Also remember a chain can be put on backwards and it will not cut. 👍🏼
Boy there’s a lot of stuff to remember isn’t there
Laughed my ass of when i sharpened my chain flipped the bar over and the saw wouldnt cut. Only took me a second to realize what i did wong.
I don't sharpen my bar...
Great informative video.
Man my brother bought a 026 Super back in 1990 and that saw today stiil kick ass and turns logs into saw dust. Got my 271 in 15 and it still keeps me warm in the winter, not bad for $400 bucks. Also want a 261/ 262 Pro just because.
Just picked up a 271 at a pawn for $350, they had 4 on it but I figured make an offer. It's brand new, never cut a stick. I hope I like it but I couldn't pass at the price.
I wish you folks were nearby. I'd visit tomorrow for an easy sale!
Thanks for sharing cause I just purchased my first ever brand new Stihl Farm Boss 271 and love it. Great saw for firewood use and I especially take very good care of it hoping to get a lifetime of use out of it. Just the saw I was needing for my firewood neeeds
Did you have any issues starting it when you first used it?
@@Tyler-ut6st yes, when I very first bought it I had trouble with it starting and idling correctly and the dealership wouldn't honor their warranty either. I returned it 4x's just for them to tell me nothing was wrong with it and the last time they wanted to charge me a shop charge and I hadn't even used it yet. I ended up taking it to another dealership and they finally got it running correctly and covered it under the warranty. It cut good and everything after that but I ended up selling it and buying a Echo CS590 Timberwolf and I love it. I sent it to Iowa Performance Saw's and had a muffler mod and retune and it's a beast. It only cost $400 brand new and came with a 5yr warranty. It's a way better built saw and it's way stronger than the 271. It has the magnesium casing instead of the plastic, adjustable oiler, electronic ignition switch, decompression button and 3/8 chain.
@@dentondunn4346 thanks for the info, I'll keep that in mind! Mine is still under warranty so hopefully the place i bought it from won't charge me anything. Dropped it with them this morning and they said they'd take a look at it. I think the carburetor might be bad
@@Tyler-ut6st I wish you the best of luck with yours, I just bought mine from a crappy dealership. Then again the Stihl company didn’t work with my dealership and help me none. I’ll never buy another new Stihl, they done me in with them
Debating between this and the CS-590 Timber Wolf.
I ended up going with the MS261 C-M.
Phenomenal saw. I've only just recently ran the saw fully seated in, about 20 full tanks and she is smooth and STURDY!
Really happy I ended up going with the professional Level saw.
An absolute Monster, but not too intimidating!
Great move. Enjoy your chainsaw.
Thank you very much. Awesome
I always use alcohol free gas and add fuel stabilizer along with the Stihl engine oil.
You sold me!
great video. was just looking for reviews/info on farm boss replacement chains and saw this. very informative for noobies to this platforn.
any suggestions on .325 chains for this? the one i was looking at has been getting a bad rap.
Is it okay to put a longer bar on a 271? Say 24"?
You know the good thing about buying a power tool from a dealer is the way they eplane things and service unfortunly the shop in our town stop selling them seems the big box stores are selling moore of them in this area
Does the 271 have a bar oil feed adjustment screw like the old Farm Bosses like the MS 290 ?
It does not
@@Carlsmower Thank you for the prompt response, it is appreciated.
Nice video ! Been looking at the Farm Boss . The weight specs shows 12.3 lbs at dry weight and just the power head . Do you happen to know the true weight with bar ,chain and fuel and oil . Been having issues with shoulder with my heavier saw and not my lighter saw . I weighed both of my saws with 20’’ bar and fueled and oiled up so I know if this will work for me . Thanks
My 271 seems like it's not oiling good. Shouldn't it spray a little oil on the chain cover when ribbing it up? What bar oil you suggest to use in these colder Temps btw? I'm using the Stihl brand in the orange jug but seems thick for this colder weather
Remove the bar and chain and see if the oil is coming out of the oil port which is right by the sprocket you’ll see the slot. Stihl does have a winter grade bar oil that is lighter weight but let’s start with checking to make sure the oiler itself is functioning
There's also a Oiler screw on the bottom of the saw that will give you more or less oiling
I use stihl bar oil, but not sure if its getting enough on the bar? Is there a method to know or determine if it's being oiled enough, or too much? Currently i feel like its not getting enough but its also 25 degrees outside.
Hey do you have a winter grade or oil that may be a wise thing to use when the temperature is it 32° or less.
There’s not really a proper test way really comes down to kind of knowing what your normal flow is mini how much is left in the tank full tank of gas. I would maybe make sure that your oil passed ways are clear and then either pick up some winter grade bar oil or if that is not an option in your area add a little bit of 30 weight oil to your gallon of bar oil. You wanna be careful with that but you want to sit it out just a little bit lower the viscosity. I hope this helps you out.
Canola oil
What temperature should I change my ms271 to winter mode?
I normally wait until a problem before I change the shutter. That said traditionally Stihl says under 40°. In my experience I haven’t seen a problem with the saws until it gets under 30°
Key way keeps. Breaking off what's wrong
Gene Perkins
I don't understand your comment
@@geneperkins1615 flywheel key? That’s a very strange problem. I’d think maybe a timing issue?
Great video, is the 271 sold with the 20" bar? Which is the best 20" bar entry level Still chainsaw? Thank you.
That would be the MS 271
@@Carlsmower Thanks again!
@@miguelherrera6762 yeah buddy
Everyone seems to run the chain too tight for me, it tightens up under throttle even more, causes saw to bog too much, although I know too loose and it'll keep jumping off the bar, I don't have any trouble with that but I don't like to hear that chain grinding sound when it's just running, rev it up about four times or so and I bet the bar is already hot... could be just me
What do you think about Sthil ms 361?
The 361 is a beautiful saw.
Enjoy watching the video thanks again from In the woods 🪵
Can you do a "so you own a MS 400C" video
When we get them back in stock you bet.
You did see our unboxing video of it right?
@@Carlsmower yeah I saw it. I saw you cut with it to, I just really like the 400. And and find many videos on it
Going to give everyone a little piece of advice pay attention to your oiler Reservoir clean it thoroughly before refilling every time I love my saw but now because I was in a hurry I have to replace a lot of parts the oiler the worm gear the clutch just a lot of parts trust me clean off the oiler Reservoir before filling it up
Keeping your saw clean is good advice all the way around. Thanks
An old paint brush works well cleaning off the crud
I'll pay you another thing don't let anyone ever borrow your chainsaw cuz while you just got the oiler unclog and you told the dummy to pay attention to the oiler they will burn your up and not care if you paid $500 for it
LOL oh well Lessons Learned
@@testedapproved841 Never loan out your saw or your wife. Well at least my wife would tell him what he's doing wrong. The poor saw is helpless.
Curios about the 291…..
We do a comparison between the MS291 and MS261
The operation between 271&291 will be the same. Just more power (which is always worth it)
why is 261 “bigger” than 271
The displacement is actually the same.
The 261 is the replacement for the 026 Pro saw so it just made sense to keep the same numerology.
My 271 will not start. I am going to take it back and ask for another one. it;s just not working, JUNK!
Or you are a tig
Crap saw.
My had nothing but problems straight out of the box.
Lock Handle breaks in two weeks. Store blames me.
Muffler falls off. Yes, loosens itself and falls off. Multiple times. Store won't honor warranty and again blame me.
Hello Husqvarna 550. Stihl has been fired.
Buy a lapel microphone. I'm not gonna listen to your echo-ey shop for 10 mins.
Worst of six chain saws that I've owned. Very difficult to start. It just won't "burp". Dealer not much help!