Important Things to Check Before You Buy a Used ChainSaw

Buyer beware!! Used chainsaws can be a great bargain but there are important things you must check before you buy a used or second hand chainsaw. From safety issues to major repairs, I take you through a check list so you don't get scammed or waste your money before you make that purchase!
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[@marvinbaier3627]

I bought a nice used chainsaw a few weeks ago. They said they are selling it for their neighbor and I knew better than that. It was cheap for a professional Stihl saw. I did everything that you showed us. Nothing wrong at all. After I brought it home I looked at it closer. That’s when I notice the chain was on backwards. That’s when I realized why the chainsaw was so cheap. What an easy fix for an awesome saw.

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[@alexdeadeye6905]

similar story with a batteriy drill. Bought a Bosh super cheap with a "broken chuck". It was only full of wood dust packed tight. A good cleaning and it was good as new!

[@CandC68]

Similar story for a VW engine I looked at. Guy was putting an engine in his Ghia(i think) but it didn't run for beans. I asked where he got it. Turned out the engine came out of a motocross rig that the seller had sold. The person buying didn't want the souped up engine. I watched this guy try to get the thing running. No go. I bought it. "Properly" adjusted the timing and it was sweet. So sweet that in my VW camper I almost ran over a kid in a new Porsche 924 who thought he was cool, zigzagging through traffic. When the next light changed I was on his bumper until 3rd gear. I used to joke that he should have driven straight back to the dealer to return it. "You were beat by a VW camper?"

[@alexdeadeye6905]

@@CandC68 Yeay fun story!

[@JesseLJohnson]

I have got a few really good deals lately. I really don't need them but when I can buy them for how cheap I have got some I can't resist. I know they aren't pro saws or anything but I bought a Stihl 009L with a case and it had what looked like a new bar and chain and a Husqvarna 142 for the pair I paid $45. I got the 142 running had to replace the fuel filters and lines and I put a new spark plug in it the Stihl I have at the saw shop to see why I can't get it running if it cost to much to fix I will keep the bar and chain for another Stihl I have. I bought those at an auction. I just bought a Makita DCS6421 for $250 a couple days ago too and a Stihl 066 for $400. Found a Husqvarna 395xp for $350 too I might go buy and I just bought a Stihl 026 Pro for $50 that runs great.

[@JetSkiBuyFixPlaySellChannel]

Another tip is to see what they cost when they were new. Saw a guy selling a Stihl MS170 for $150. Looked well used and needed a new chain. You can get a new one for $190.

[@remb9614]

Honestly most homeowner type people sell saws that are 99% perfectly fine but have carb/fuel problems or even just adjustment problems so they gave up and it gave them an excuse to buy a new one.

[@shellcracker18]

Same with lawn mowers and weed eaters. I love it. I get free stuff every year

[@remb9614]

As long as they have good compression I grab them. I try to check for scoring on the piston too

[@kevinkelly1529]

EGG-ZACTLY!

[@davidgraf1909]

I learned small engines when I was small myself and I can say you’re 100% correct. Thanks to consumers and shop overhead

[@nancykeslar7656]

I bought a brand new Stihl 030 in 1971 and it is STILL running today-05/28/2019-gary

[@dewaynemartin6437]

That thing's a collectible now....I have three 032's, I love 'em.

[@pumpkinspicelatte1528]

I just recently picked up a 015 av it's very nice vi need some anual buffer mounts for the handle still running strong

[@357bullfrog2]

Them things are bullet proof as long as you take care of it and it sounds like you did.

[@albinaxhami2693]

@@pumpkinspicelatte1528 i picked up a ms 170 and its a awesome chainsaw only thing is it has a problem with the oiler 20 min job is effordless

[@ohiofarmer5918]

The best advice I have on buying a Stihl chain saw is to buy an Echo 😂. They just start so easily. I recently bought a marketplace find of a four hundred and six hundred series netal bodied saws that were well loved. I asked about a package deal and he offered a BOGO. I feel so blessed that he is a pro repair guy who fixes Diesel trucks during the day and does chain saws at night. His upgraded shop is four months old. I bought Two additional chains at fifteen each. Those saws are so easy to start that all the paint is still on them. A quick pull at the waist and vroom.

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

With hindsight these are easy things to do but they are often the things we forget!

[@haulornothing9976]

Quick look at the air filter can be useful. If it's chock full, because the never cleaned it, that's a flag of some color, maybe red. 😆

[@chrisbeard9113]

Thank you Steve. Between you and Buckin’ I have fallen in love with my chainsaws and I do all my own work on them, watch all your videos. Thank you for getting people passionate about small engines and making it feel fun. Here in Alaska it’s saved me mentally in winters to be happy and having a good time getting my saws running great and my small engines are running perfect

[@milanshubert1860]

Hi Steve, just came into your vids I just want to say thank you. Your one of the few down to earth honest guys. You tell it like it is, no BS some people will give you bits and pieces and you still walk away scratching your head. But with you it's the package, you really learn important information. So thank you again for all your hard work. And I myself will watch all your vids

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[@jerrykast7713]

Great tips Steve. You always bring helpful advice in an very entertaining way. You are willing to sacrifice business to help your fellow man. That means not only are you a great mechanic but are also a wonderful human being. Thank you.

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[@martinbernal5693]

I have bought 3 used saws now. 390, 066 and 084. I will keep this in mind for the future. Thanks.

[@ralphsmithco1]

I’ve got a pallet full of junk. I learned all this info the hard way. Great video. If the chain is ready to fall off, they don’t know anything about maintenance.

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Right on Doug...

[@oceanheadted]

I remember some other chainsaw expert saying that you are better off buying a new saw unless you you really know your way around a saw. That makes a lot of sense to me - the parts get difficult to get as the saw gets older so a newer one has definite advantages. I wouldn’t buy a saw that didn’t have a chain on it because I wouldn’t be able to check the chain brake easily.

[@jvalentine8376]

2 years ago I bought a small Husqvarna saw second hand for $100 . I started it , checked if it threw oil , had a near new chain and straight bar with almost no paint missing . Good compression and looked near new . I wanted it just for limbing on the ground and clearing the way for the bigger saw . I figured for 100 bucks I would give it a run and so far it goes good . You can be lucky sometimes but my luck with second hand cars stinks . I have only one youtube subscription , Steve's Small Engine Saloon . nothing else compares .

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[@jamesmurphy8820]

Was using my chainsaw at the weekend and I said I'd top up the fuel & the oil before putting it away. I needed it the following day and realised what I had done, I was like, ohh mannn, I wrecked it !!! Followed ur steps and it's back working again, thanx a million, Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪

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Great job!

[@ScottWConvid19]

That's a pretty easy to remember, fairly thorough check list. The only thing I would add would be to check the condition of the air filter and the seal and remove it to see if debris has been getting past the filter. A grain of sand can kill an engine.

[@settlersaws8338]

I wach you all the time. Your information and instruction on chainsaw fixes are spot on. Keystone light. Thats all i know. Thank you steve

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[@sofieschainsawsandfood]

Love your set of video's, just pickup 2 old McCulloch Chainsaws (2214av and MAC335) for $40AUD and loving your videos in analyzing and repairing what is wrong. So far full carb rebuilds / tunes have made a massive difference (thanks to your vids). However now realised we have low compression on one with piston scoring (even tho it runs great and cuts great) and other feels a little light on compression as well. But loving your vids, keep them coming.

[@ccrockett5358]

That's some good advice. I often think about a chainsaw I walked away from at a dealer. The owner was trading it in on a new one and I didn't have any idea what to check to know whether I was getting a good deal or not. Next time I will know. Thanks 😊

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[@jakeshaw6827]

Well you have inspired me to finally begin a project I've been putting off for awhile. Today is the day I work on the chainsaw I found that want start.

[@LauraTeAhoWhite]

Make sure when buying a used chainsaw, that you purchase a model that has plenty of parts available for it just in case you need to do a repair. Professional grade chainsaw's such as the Stihl MS series or Husqvarna XP series are a safe bet.

[@raphaelbeinhauer9242]

MS doesn't mean professional, it only means it's a chainsaw. As far as I know, there is no way of knowing a stihl is a professional saw by the model number other than nowing which ones are pro. There are some visual identifiers though (i.e. orange handle is never a pro saw).

[@danielwood6930]

You never miss anything!!!! Thanks Steve!!!!!

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[@williambray1611]

Amateur small engine mechanic here. I live in an apt, and repair antique Poulan chainsaws. Keeping fuel on hand is simply not an option. I either tell the buyer to return the saw for a full refund if they can't get it to start, or bring some premix.

[@lucky13driver]

Outstanding video Steve! Cheers.

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[@pz5341]

Thanks Steve, as always, good stuff!!

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[@lukep6017]

Excellent advice. Thank you.

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[@vivecalegge2800]

I love watching your videos - I am in the process of learning how to fix small machines ( leaf blower ect ) & your videos are awesome. Thanks.

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Glad to help

[@cowboypicker1968]

Great advice as always Steve, appreciate ya

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[@CaribooHarleyRider]

Always good to hear tips... you cover it all, thanx Steve.

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[@passagecreekbees348]

Hi Steve,Paul here ,just surfing the web and caught you looking out for people so they don`t get ripped off.Good on you,the world needs more people like you.Keep up the good work...The Buckin Army

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[@matsherwood6277]

Thanks for the good tips!

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[@tomsmith1390]

Recently - Husqvarna T540 XP 14'' bar and chain $100.00. Needed a few parts and I took the risk , it ran great< Oil soaked and no chain brake. Got in there and cleaned things up. Replaced the entire chain brake clutch cover the chain guide plate and chain catcher. Runs like a new saw. New 16'' Bar and Pro Chains along with a few for the 14'' bar. Wow talk about a screamer, that thing cuts like magic. I have a passion for tools and what we can do with them.

[@timeorspace]

Thanks Steve! It’s too late for me, as I made the purchase yesterday. With your help I’ll end up with valuable knowledge and a fine running saw.

[@Peter-od7op]

Ty for all the help its good people like you that makes me have faith in people

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[@DEEP345]

great topic. Thanks for the efort in doing these type of vids

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[@josedejesus6185]

Thanks for the heads up, Steve!

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[@rorywynhoff1549]

Really appreciate your help!

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Right on Rory..

[@gradyhester4456]

Steve, benefited greatly from your knowledge, clear articulation and willingness to take time to share. Thanks man. Used market for a ranch owner in Nashville, TN is slim. Am I correct in assuming that the NEW Husqvarna you have available is your recommendation of new equipment for someone like me? Thanks again, Grady

[@richc9503]

Great video as usual Steve, good information!

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[@1reycar]

I always enjoyed your videos, Steve! Thank you again! God Bless!

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Glad you like them!

[@severini8153]

Extremely helpful and to the point! greetings from Germany

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[@darrenthompson6115]

Nice info Steve... one thing I look at is the base plate. A hard worked and often not cared for CS. The base plate is very worn. A CS can be really clean up, but you cannot hide a well worn (so well used) base plate....👍

[@tashbeazley8979]

❤All your vids!!! Waaaay helpful & clear! Thanx

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[@nate9207]

Awesome video, Steve! Thanks!!!

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Any time!

[@elmermason9685]

Thanks SteveO. Good information for sure. Have a great day.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, you too!

[@marksarkaquariums9056]

Awesome Video Steve.I have 2 guys with lots of chainsaws that will practically give me all the saws I can work on in a year.This Video will help me pick the ones to work on first.Thanks Steve

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Right on Mark..

[@Penri1215]

Great tips Steve. Check for a seral number. On a Stihl usually around the exhaust area. If its missing or scrubbed out it could be stolen , or it may of had a new casing, and its a lot easer getting parts with the correct seral number.

[@beaunaro]

Your videos are the best. Great information! Thank you very much.

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[@jimf1964]

Great advice Steve!

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[@jefframsum8386]

Steve....you da man, just replaced the fuel line and did a carb job with a friend on his MS 250 today. Your videos are top notch,thanks for all the tips and tricks that took you years to learn. Steve for Prime Minister. Where can we get your merch,I'd like to buy a shirt. Thx again.

[@BrucesShop]

Good for you for redoing it Steve.

[@randi740]

Great info Steve!

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[@lorenzodelacruz1887]

Thanks Steve. When I buy my chainsaw I will use this info. Another great video. Steve out!

[@thadstuart8544]

Awesome run down. Thanks

[@benventura5170]

Steve your videos are awesome I like how you explain things I have been able to fix my lawn mowers by watching your videos

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That's awesome

[@ericstonge3285]

Thanks for the information .

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[@jamesmccleland4898]

good stuff, Steve. Thanks.

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[@bobweb1234]

I love your stuff. I have watched lots of your videos. One thing that could be a part of the quick check is the start sequence check. With the Stihl, switch on and off., You cant get to full choke unless you squeeze the trigger first. Squeezing the trigger should allow full choke, squeezing again it should click off. Just look for a working linkage. Husqvarna's are different.

[@acesegura0694]

Steve you got it, biggest thing I always say is a clean saw is a happy saw, if the PO doesn't keep the saw clean, he never cared about it, look at how the saw looks, biggest thing to me, did they take care of it, especially when buying used high end saws, did they take care of them, most don't know how too or otherwise don't care, used tree service equipment is usually junk, gotta find people who buy a saw to cut up down trees on their property one time and have no other use for the saw or other best deal is someone who can't fix their minor problem their saw is having, both hard to come by, gotta know alot of people

[@CharlesJohnson-yd9ym]

Yes, "that's magical" and you are "A Saint" ... thank you once again ... Chuck in Michigan

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[@renostubbs8504]

Thank you Steve

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[@caratcranker5874]

If the guy at the garage sale offers me a beer without asking for it? His chainsaw is PERFECTLY good to buy.. [Aussie check test]. haha.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

LOL! Right on Mate...

[@hankjones5233]

Alaskan check list also. I knew you guys down under were sharp bargainers. 😁

[@vincedececio8000]

Maybe wiggle the chain left and right. To check for a worn bar:) If buyer lets you take the bar off, check sprocket for wear and see if the oil holes in bar are blocked:) Cheers Steve. Love the vids. Keep them coming👍

[@lynnkornegay2384]

I love the detail content that you have

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[@tylertotten890]

The next one I get I will falling let more of ur steps as I learned the hard way when I bought my ms250 with everything I had to do to it I could have had a brand new saw

[@juliesangels5]

This was brilliant thank you helped so much julie x

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[@robbieroche6779]

very helpful steve thanks again

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[@CompetentSalesUSA]

Good job Steve. Thank you

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[@CheekyMonkey1776]

Very helpful. Thanks!

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[@DevilsChild87]

Very good video. Thanks for the great tips and info. Very knowledgeable.

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[@dedomv11]

Steve, you rocked as usual. Just leaving a comment and a thumbs up so that we can boost your algorithm on your videos.

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Thanks for that!

[@thenotorious2312]

Steve your a legend buddy love your videos!! Slainté

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[@mayconflores2430]

Nice information thanks

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[@sodacan1011111111111]

Outstanding brother 🇺🇸 thank you

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[@tommcg666]

you nailed it buddy,good job

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[@budmorrow578]

Nice job, thanks!

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[@2thomask833]

My dad bought a chainsaw at a garage sale for me to fix, the old owner couldn't figure it out. I looked at it and the only thing i saw wrong was that it was out of gas. Talk about a easy fix

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Right on Tom...

[@hankjones5233]

Definitely 😁

[@seancurran1938]

The 33cc Homelite I've been running for... 12 yrs since a winter storm hear is finally just coming apart. I figured I might shop for a used upgrade and lucked out finding this before going shopping in ignorance. GREAT stuff! Curious, I've seen a couple of things on "porting" so would love your thoughts on the benefits.

[@rorynelson7548]

About to sell my 291, im going to have it taken apart when a buyer comes to show them how well its been taken care of

[@jeffreyrhine1956]

HI Steve, Been watching your chainsaw videos and you mentioned in the one about low compression that piston and cylinder damage can come from air leaks. Would you be able to do a video on how to diagnosis air leaks. Thanks

[@GodsBattleAx]

Got a Stihl 023 in great condition for 20 bucks the other day, it still kicks ass.

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[@Saw_Squatch]

I got a broken Stihl 044 from a very good friend of mine who was moving, he had an aftermarket overbored cylinder kit on it and he blew the Piston apart, so all it needed was a rebuild and I was able to completely rebuild it for about $100-$150 with all OEM parts thanks in part to your videos

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[@papahajek5383]

a lot of the extra checks might show up when checking compression by pulling the cord. 2 cycles need compression to run. Also if you start it when cold let it run for a bit the shut it down wait, then try to restart it. poor compression sometimes shows up in a warm engine.

[@backyardmechanic4827]

I bought a used 034 av super at a flea market not knowing all this and took a chance. It wouldnt start but cleaned the air filter and got it runni g. Gave it a new bar and its still running strong

[@The098765432109]

Thanks steve. It's very useful to me 👍

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[@darrenlong8375]

I was able to find a 390xp and a 372xp on OfferUp App. Both are pretty worn but the the 390xp was in better condition. I've watch plenty of of video on what to look out for. Both had good compression. I replaced the bar and chain on the 390xp because it was hardly cutting and when it was, it was cutting at an angle. I replaced both and now I have a chainsaw that is cutting like a CHAMP! The 372xp will need some time. Compression is good, but everything else looks worn.

[@creekchickenoutdoors]

Again, great information to know for guys who aren’t avid engine men. Great videos brother!

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[@deathsoulger1]

Out standing Video content. Excellent demonstration and explanations

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[@davey9955]

Steve, could you make a video on buying a used petrol strimmer, keep up the good work

[@georgewallacejr5644]

Hello from Collinwood Tennessee USA. Thank you so much buddy for your video s. You have help me so much on chainsaw buddy great videos. Thank you. You have save me money. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

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Right on George....

[@rogermorsch-to1bt]

I don't see my favorite beer on your back shelf, Coors Baquet! PS love the mini shows you do.

[@russl4294]

Good tips on buying a chainsaw and troubleshooting tips on the one I have.Thanks for tone knowledge.

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[@ernestmurphy3898]

Thank you for you for sharing. Im just posting to say im watching and thank you for your small engine tips.

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[@wellroundedwildones3376]

You are giving out great content. Thanks. There's alot of details to these small engines. 🍻

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[@jerryferguson5461]

I still buy used chainsaws because there's something wrong with me.

[@limerind7493]

Jerry Ferguson and because older smaller "homeowners" saws are of much better quality than the mass produced new junk. The only new I would buy is a larger "pro series" saw

[@bunndyboy]

Me too. Without checking shit🤪

[@hankjones5233]

Same here. I found a Mac 1010 lightweight the guy just gave me because of low compression. There may be other problems, but hey a, "free Mac". Go yellow.

[@pumpkinspicelatte1528]

Me too I just bought five in the last week two Stihl and three Macs

[@pumpkinspicelatte1528]

@@hankjones5233 gotta love the old Mac s I recently bought a 10-10 but the problem is the points on mine, you should be able to pickup a New piston really cheap and the cylinder is cast iron will last forever

[@tacx1]

Steve, great advice. The most important thing to remember. Is WHY is this person selling a perfectly good saw ??

[@joeo1352]

Good tips Steve 👍

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[@Aaron-hi7if]

Rock on STEVE!!!!! AMEN BROTHER!!!!!!! HELL OF A VIDEO BROTHER!!!!!

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[@Moonshinedave1]

Thanks for the video, I'd wager your last tip is your best: know what something cost new, before you buy it used. A lot of people, I believe, assume because they are at a flea market, pawn shop, yard sale....ect things priced there are automatically much cheaper. Not always true, "let the buyer beware" is never truer than at these places. To be honest, I've never had much luck at these places (especially pawn shops) most seem to want about 95% of what it cost new (whatever it is), well, for me, If I'm gonna spent that much, I spent a little more and indeed get it new. Of course, there is that great deal out there somewhere, if you are willing to hunt it out.