I plan to buy a Husqvarna 353, 53cc, 3.3hp 11lb plus 18" bar and chain,with a decompression valve for easy start. or a Stihl 45-50 cc.The saw would be fine for cutting some large Oaks that I need to get rid of. My question to the more experienced is the saw okay to rip logs, or more cc's needed, do you use a ripping chain, is it easier to cut logs while laying down or better to stand up and cut it in half. I assume that I should cut twice to eliminate the Pith. How much of center should be taken out? Any other helpfull suggestions on harvesting the free wood into bowl blanks. My 12" bowl limit (1974 delta Rockwell)will be replaced some day so saw needs to accomodate my future purchase. Remember buyers are liars so I may buy different specs from above if the turning Lords convince me.Thanks in advance
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18 years ago