Best Chainsaw Models for Home Use

The large majority of chainsaw users aren't professionals—they simply use their chainsaws around their home's yard to prune landscape, cut down small trees, or cut up the occasional fallen tree. Generally speaking, home use chainsaws are going to be on the lower end of the power spectrum with a short bar. Read on for 5 of our favorite homeowner chainsaw models from Stihl, Poulan, Homelite, Poulan & Jonsered.

Husqvarna 240e

With a 38.2 cc engine displacement and the ability to handle chain bars from 13 to 16 inches, the Husqvarna 240e is right in the homeowner range. The 240e includes a couple features that the 240 doesn't. First is has Husqvarna's "Smart Start" starter and engine which allows the saw to be started with minimal effort, which is great for homeowners that are looking for a low hassle product. It also includes a built in chain tensioner, so no tools are required when you need to tighten the saw chain.

Poulan P4018

If you're looking for a little bit more power, the Poulan P4018 is a great option, weighing in with a 40 cc engine displacement and an 18" bar length. Another feature that is useful for homeowners is the automatic chain oiler that keeps the chain lubricated throughout your work. Poulan also throws in a carrying case that is useful for storing your saw.

Stihl MS 211 C-BE

Similar to the Husqvarna 240e, the Stihl MS 211 C-BE features Stihl's own quick start technology, Easy2Start™, and also a quick chain adjuster for tightening your chainsaw's chain without any tools. It's important to note that Easy2Start is designed for a leisurely pull—you risk flooding the engine if you pull too hard. At 35.2 cc, this saw is slightly less powerful than the other options, but Stihl's products are designed for use in professional settings, even on their less powerful saws. If you're concerned about power, you can upgrade to the Stihl MS 250 with a 45.4 cc engine and many of the same features as the MS 211 C-BE.

Homelite UT10660

The Homelite UT10660 is a 38 cc chainsaw with a 16 inch bar and a number of features that homeowners will find useful. The automatic oiler, vibration isolation, and chain tensioner all make this saw easy to use on any job. Homelite also includes a removable "Safe-T-Tip™" on the tip of the chain bar that prevents users from cutting with the tip of the saw, which can result in kickback.

Jonsered CS 2240

Jonsered makes some of the most homeowner friendly saws out there. Weighing in at 9.48 pounds it's the lightest chainsaw on our list and with a 40.9 cc engine, has enough power for any job around your home. The CS 2240 also includes the tool-less chain tensioner, a one push stop/start switch, and a quick starting pull cord. The air filter cleaning system also makes the saw easy to maintain.

At HLSupply, we carry a huge selection of aftermarket parts for all of these makes and models. If you need replacement parts for your new homeowner saw, visit our site or contact us to get your saw back in running order with highest quality and best priced parts online.

Bosch WSR6F Spark Plug Product Feature

One of our most popular products at HLSupply is the Bosch WSR6F Spark plug. This particular spark plug fits many power tools including trimmers, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and cut off saws from brands including Stihl, Husqvarna, Jonsered, Husky, Echo, and many more. In fact, this is the OEM spark plug for many of these tools and we recommend checking your owner's manual because it's likely you will find the Bosch WSR6F is the suggested spark plug for your power tool.

If your owner's manual doesn't recommend a Bosch WSR6F spark plug, you may still be able to use it. This plug replaces NGK BPM7A, NGK BPMR6A, Champion CJ7Y, and Champion RCJ6Y spark plugs as well, which are the most commonly used spark plugs throughout the major power tool brands.

As such, we have found that the WSR6F works just as well as the spark plugs installed at the factory. Your power tools will run just as they were designed to using one of these spark plugs, which means reliability throughout even the most intense jobs. There are more expensive plugs available, but if your power tool was designed with the WSR6F in mind, and you haven’t made any significant modifications to your engine, this is the only plug you will need.

Replacing your power tools' spark plugs regularly is important to the life and efficiency of your engine and at an affordable price of $2.79 per plug at HLSProParts.com, there's no reason to let a simple spark plug change linger and risk damaging your tools. We are also happy to offer 20% off purchases of 5 or more Bosch WSR6F spark plugs, so you can stock up for the whole year or replenish your entire team's supplies at a great price.

Visit our ignition parts page for everything you need to get your chainsaw, cut off saw, trimmer, blower, or other power tool up and running. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us by email or through our Facebook page if you have any questions about specific tools. We are always happy to help!

Hyway Cylinder Assemblies, Piston Assemblies & Other Chainsaw Parts

Hyway Brand aftermarket chainsaw parts have been trusted by both novice and professional arborists for years. The company is very responsive to end user feedback, which means an always improving product and some of the best replacement chainsaw parts available on the market. Hyway is also known for quickly developing parts for new saws, and keeping parts for old saws available long after the saw has been manufactured. Waiting weeks or months for an original manufacturer replacement part usually isn't an option, especially for professionals, and with Hyway parts, it also isn't necessary.

Hyway currently has parts available for Stihl, Husqvarna, and Jonsered chainsaws. A few of the models that the brand makes replacement parts for include:

• Stihl: 036, MS360, TS700, TS800, MS440, MS261, MS361
• Husvqvarna: 357, 359, 55, 55 Rancher, 51, 350, 351, 353
• Jonsered: 2156, 2159, 2094, 2095, 2063, 2065, 2071, 2171

In addition to these models, HLS Pro Parts has Hyway replacement parts for many other models, and we are always adding more; browse the most recent selection here.

Hyway Cylinders & Pistons

Hyway is known particularly for their cylinder & piston assemblies. Experienced chainsaw owners know that just because a saw isn't running doesn't mean it's useless, and fortunately brands like Hyway provide parts that can have a busted saw running like new. Made from Nikasil, Hyway cylinders and pistons will last for years no matter how hard you plan on running your saw.

Other Hyway parts carried by HLSProParts.com include:

• Crankshafts
• Starter kits
• Air filters
• Recoil springs
• Anti-Vibration Buffers
• Throttle wire
• Gasket sets
• Muffler covers
• And much more

Visit our Hyway page for our complete selection of aftermarket parts from Hyway. With aftermarket parts of this quality, you won't need to buy expensive OEM parts next time your chainsaw engine needs a rebuild.

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Product Review: Stihl Chainsaw Parts

Stihl is one of the most trusted brands of chainsaws and is used around the world and is an official sponsor of the summer Timbersports, a compilation of competitions that use chainsaws and handsaws. While this is one of the most prestigious saw companies, there can still be occasional breakdowns and parts will need to be replaced. Those high quality parts should always be replaced with parts of the same caliber. That’s why HL Supply offers a vast variety of Stihl chainsaw parts. Some of those include chainsaw spark plugs, chainsaw fuel filters, and chainsaw starter rope with handle which we will talk about in this review.

Chainsaw Spark Plug

One of the most commonly replaced items on a machine—the spark plug—is the combustion starter for your engine. By creating an electric bolt a chainsaw spark plug is able to ignite the fuel and the engine can start. You don’t want to have an engine that doesn’t start. Find the right size spark plug for your Stihl chainsaw fast and easy today at HL Supply.

Stihl Chainsaw Fuel Filter

Chainsaw Fuel filters are absolutely essential to having a strong chainsaw. All the fuel pulled into the engine is filtered through the fuel filter. If the filter is clogged from dirt and grime, the fuel has a harder time passing through and engine power is decreased. When cutting with a saw, power is precision. Make sure that your engine is at full power with a custom aftermarket Stihl chainsaw fuel filter.

Starter Rope with Handle

If your starter rope is about to break don’t wait for that day to come. Our aftermarket starter rope with handle is both strong and inexpensive. These easy to replace ropes will fit all of your Stihl saws. Have a durable starter cord that you don’t have to worry about breaking.

When you need to repair your Sithl chainsaw or cut-off saw, you have to make sure that you buy the right parts. That is why searching for your parts at HL Supply is essential. Find everything you need, including products like spark plugs, fuel filters, starter ropes, and many more. If you have any questions about our Stihl products, please contact us and we will get back to you right away!

Meteor Pistons & Cylinders: Aftermarket Parts for Stihl & Husqvarna Engines

At HLSupply.com, we are always on the lookout for quality, aftermarket engine parts that we can offer you at a great price. Meteor Pistons are one of the aftermarket brands we carry, and they are a favorite among chainsaw and cut-off saw enthusiasts. These aftermarket parts offer quality and performance comparable to the original parts, and for a price you won’t see on genuine Stihl and Husqvarna parts. Let’s take a look at the company and how they became a leader in aftermarket parts for Stihl and Husqvarna small engines.

Meteor Pistons Overview

Meteor Piston was founded in 1952 in Italy, and the company continues to operate out of Italy. Their original focus was on scooters, including the world-renowned Italian Vespa, and the company has been focused on small engine parts ever since. The company also worked with industrial small engines around this time.

Eventually in the 70s, Meteor Pistons began making pistons for agricultural, gardening, and forestry engines. This marked the beginning of Meteor’s manufacturing of cut-off saw, brushcutter, blower, and chainsaw pistons, which are regarded today as some of the best aftermarket parts available for Stihl and Husqvarna chainsaws and cut-off saws.

At the beginning of the new millennium, Meteor Piston was an established name in piston manufacturing and began to move into cylinder manufacturing. They began offering Nikasil plated cylinders for forestry equipment.

Today, Meteor offers pistons for a wide range of engines including forestry equipment, scooters, 4-stroke small engines, ATV engines, go-karts, and more. With over 60 years of experience manufacturing pistons in a wide range of engine types, Meteor remains a trusted name in aftermarket pistons and cylinders.

HL Supply’s Wide Selection of Meteor Pistons & Cylinders

HL Supply carries a wide range of Meteor piston kits and cylinder kits. Whether you are a Stihl user or a Huqvarna user, you will find piston assembly kits for your chainsaw model. Stihl piston kits include pistons for 026, MS260, MS250, MS230, MS210, and other models. Husqvarna piston kits include Husqvarna 346XP, 55 & 55 Rancher, 357, 359, and many more. Visit our Meteor parts page, our Stihl parts page, or our Husqvarna parts page for the entire selection of Meteor parts for your particular chainsaw or cut-off saw.