Old saws vs new saws in the cold

[Thornpath]

You know those frigid mornings when one saw fires up without a hitch, while another barely wants to start? How do old and new saws perform in cold weather and which ones you trust when the temperatures fall.

 

[Pascal]

My old 026? That thing doesn't even notice the cold in winter. But my newer saw? Total drama queen when it gets below freezing. When it's cold, I always go with the old guy.

 

[SawdustKing]

Last winter, my new saw just refused to work when it was below 20. It was like the choke was broken. But my old junker? Started up right away. Cold weather definitely makes me like the old ones more.

 

[EchovsStihl63]

I find my old saws typically start better in the cold than my new stuff does. I have a lot of old Echos and they have always been good starters even when they sit 6-8 months

 

[Gee Willikers]

You know those frigid mornings when one saw fires up without a hitch, while another barely wants to start? How do old and new saws perform in cold weather and which ones you trust when the temperatures fall.

Aside from the EPA issues and limitations placed on newer saws, I have not noticed a real difference as long as you take care of your saw, keep it tuned, and use good fuel. Here in Wisconsin, I've used mine in all weather conditions. I do ensure the sun/snow slider is correct for the conditions of my Echo's. Usually I get it barking at the 2nd or 3rd pull and started on the following. I do keep them along with all my tools, tractors and toys in a heated garage that helps.

 

[kevinj54]

Some newer saws have fixed carbs so they can be a problem.

With adjustable carbs you can open the jets a little for cold weather & my Stihl pro has a winter shutter but I do not cut much in the winter so I have never used it.

 

[Alan]

Seems like you’ve got your setups just right. Making sure everything is well-tuned and properly stored takes care of a lot, especially when the temps start to fall.