STIHL 500i FIRST CUTS 1st THOUGHTS

Stihl 500i
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First Thoughts
It looks nice.
It cuts good.
I make live (slow videos) at a different channel (link below.)
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[@willwalding9031]

I'm from Australia and we've had the 500i's for about 10 months now. We have one at work and I have one in my own personal fleet. One is stock except for a West Coast saw barkbox the other was actually the first ported/muffler modded 500i in Australia! After the port job its been the go to saw for felling and blocking down trunks when climbing. Pulls on par with a stock 66 yet weighs and feels like a 46. Balances super nice and pulls hard with a 25' light bar and full comp semi chisel chain. Even our aussie hardwoods dont slow the animal down. Enjoy the saw, Climb high and climb safe man!

[@Andrew-hw9fq]

I appreciated the erosion explanation and would definitely look forward to more technical explanations

[@AnomadAlaska]

I agree. That looks like a site I have worked on in a different capacity.

[@hitlersleft-nut9905]

The cinematography in this video was treeemendous

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

I agree 💯

[@morey77777]

I've had my 500i for a little over 6 weeks now. I love it. It keeps getting better all the time. I run an eight tooth sprocket on it with a 25 in. bar and full house chain. More than enough power. I use a 32 in. bar with a full skip square ground chain too. She rips. Not sure how much longer I can wait to tear it apart and start modding. As of now I don't plan on picking up my 660 again for a long time.

[@vincentmunoz7957]

I was just wondering how it stacks up against the 660 ,what's your thoughts should I buy a 660 cause say the 500i power is out of reach as far as power and just go with 660 or is it pretty close and the 550i is right there with it

[@morey77777]

@@vincentmunoz7957 I would buy the 500i. Comparable power but the 500i is much lighter and more user friendly. With a few simple mods it has more power too. If you will be using it every day buy the 500i. If it is just for every once in a while the 660 is a great saw too.

[@jeffsalsbury8984]

Nice saw. I liked hearing you explain in the beginning. Good to know how much y’all care about what your doing and the trees!!!

[@erlendgreulichfrontierbigw218]

Here is some beta. I work in Colorado at 7000 to 12000 feet and the other months in Michigan (close to sea level)The 500i does not need adjustment due to elevational change like my other saws which is what the fuel injection is supposed to do...I had my doubts though! That is really advantageous. It revs up great and has good torque for the weight. Thanks for sharing your tests...hope your lungs are holding up!

[@1d1hamby]

How much does the saw pick up after the break in? Most saws at sea level seem to pick up around 10% for me.

[@chichitex1252]

I love videos that include aspects of each crew member’s perspective. I also love the philosophizing!❤

[@topsaw]

What a fantastic video, love the saw, the footage, the information.

[@gregbrown9271]

Saws are like guns never can have to many awesome work guys 💪

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

Ha ha. That's the truth

[@samuelluria4744]

Not true. Cosmoline works for firearms. Not so good for engines. So if you have more engines than you can run in a lifetime, it's pointless. 50 saws is plenty, I don't care WHO you are. Guns are different, since they can be passed down indefinitely.

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

@@samuelluria4744 I've had 3 saws passed down to me and they still cut like a hot knife through butter

[@samuelluria4744]

@@terrymcgillicuddy8056 - Yeah, I know, same here, but I was talking like Long Term.

[@gregbrown9271]

@@samuelluria4744 just a figure of speech I'll always have more guns than saw and I will never have to by ammo for the rest of my life 😁🤘

[@andyrbush]

The information about the bank and trees was fascinating and useful; glad you uploaded it.

[@thelastdetail1]

Been using this saw for around a year here in Germany. By far the best felling/ big cut/ chogging down saw I´ve ever used. So easy to start and great working balance and power. A winner.

[@betternfred]

Wow! An amazing production in every way. Thank you SO much for all your hard work & late hours editing. Your explanation of the bank situation was spot-on and I am really glad you included it. Also, really enjoyed Adam's "footage"; that really came out of left field. 😁

[@Calopteryx0]

Mike Poole, Hear, Hear, i agree🙏🍀🎯, liked the Adam 🥾 too👍

[@mvblitzyo]

The drone footage was AWSOME ! And Adom’s foot 🦶 lol

[@roadrash959]

The tune is Blue Sky, album: Blue Splash Label: Scitec

[@tytorubio3271]

Thanks!

[@sonnyblazer5504]

With the most sincerity, another GREAT ONE GUYS! Thanks SO much. Sonny (CT)

[@heresmytake2782]

That musical jam is so sweet it would be great on my toast

[@mikesr3407]

Love the music and editing right as the top leaves the tree , wicked! Love your content and it's why I keep coming back for more!

[@NHlocal]

August, once again I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and insight as you're working on the jobsite. I'm always learning when I watch your videos. You and your crew keep on making this hard work look easy. Keep yourselves safe! Randy

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

Ohhhh, atmospheric music. 🤩 I appreciate the technical stuff you tell us and also the creative elements you're adding with the editing.

[@paulsautocm]

I dig this video, I know it takes a lot of extra work to produce these and it shows. I hope it benefits your sole to make them. You have a good group of guys that dig working together and it shows. The explanations that you giving on the how and why are though provoking and draw me in, they provide a more in depth understanding of what is taking place and the why.

[@chipper442]

I appreciated the explanation of the bank and underlying issues.

[@EvidenceofaFabulousLife]

Hi August, thanks for your explanation regarding the erosion. We use avocado trees here on steep/ loose escarpments to hold the soil together. Avocado trees like a lot of water +/- 50 litres a week, but the soils needs to drain well, they don't like to "sit" in water, similar to grape vines. They have one main root and provided that this can go deep without restrictions, it will build a good root infrastructure that holds soil together well and prevents erosion of both soil and loose, shale rock.

[@bi9g88st5ud]

SICK edit! Adam's the man! Damien's last oak tree was on point, straight precision. Jeff is an animal, 💚💚💚 you guys!

[@karenthrone7936]

Thanks Guys! Another Great Video. My wife and I are Property flippers, trees riding the banks great info.

[@revon0521]

Excellent detail on the bank erosion issues. You may have been bored, but I was not. I have this exact issue on the river in my front yard. Thanks for sharing.

[@h.i.m.dishonmaurice2599]

Thank you for the explanation as well August.

[@christoherhenninger6401]

Man oh man that was some good entertainment right there fine job. Thanks alot that's a good one!

[@robertvarnes2518]

Loved the music/edit!! Great job as usual. Greetings from Orlando and you boys be safe!

[@AbsolutionArmament]

The transitions, music, and footage was awesome in the video. Oh saw was good too. Thanks!

[@miltonminchener5312]

Love the videos, Definitely not boring. Educational if anything.

[@boyse69]

I'm pleased you're getting the saws TEAMi

[@johnstevens7518]

Congratulations on 70 THOUSAND subscribers

[@rickicalvert3156]

Great editing like always August! Another beautiful video! Tree Life

[@jaxturner7288]

August works on such beautiful properties.

[@jessebarnes7260]

Thanks for the video I think you just made my mind up for me. I need that saw

[@chichitex1252]

This was super interesting hearing about the bank erosion and which trees pro and con for bank preservation. I laughed when you said you weren’t going to post that part because it was so boring. I found it fascinating.

[@ryanmyers5511]

I just got my 500i today! I love it. Kinda feel bad because I'm just a plumber, not professional tree guy, but cut a crap ton of firewood. But after I got it today, my dealer said that they coukd not order anymore 500i's. They were only allowed two of them per deal. But anyways, so far I have only gotten one tank through. So still alot of break in ahead of me, but I would have to disagree on the power, definatly more power than my brother in laws 462, i woukd say its closer to my buddies 661

[@premorandazzo3929]

Love the content , Awesome Video As Always!! 💪🏻

[@conorsmith5471]

Brevity is the essence of wit. Jeff is the man.’Great edit August.

[@judyfenske1429]

Keep explaining, any and all you can. We want to or rehear what we knew. Too many people say, "I don't believe that." They are younger folks who missed out on reading, seeing NAT GEO, Discovery, ect. I learned a lot 40 years ago. Thanks.

[@AugustHunicke]

yw

[@llJakelll]

Production was fantastic, keep it up!

[@mikerobinson8284]

Love it! Great music 🎶 thanks for taking the time to share!

[@mikerobinson8284]

Ps I hate when the videos end so I can say I really hate to be continued lol

[@AugustHunicke]

Ya, basically happens when I’m tired of editing.

[@mikerobinson8284]

August Hunicke I can only imagine the amount of time it takes to make these videos. You’ve done a great job!

[@Calopteryx0]

Cool soundtrack, I like those background little infotalks, but only if you are happy sharing them🤩

[@littlemechanicshop]

I love my 500i full wrap the wrap is so much different and fill

[@kevinhewitt1428]

I had advice when you got the crane. You, and your team, have adapted beautifully. All of you should be proud. Safe work!!!

[@AugustHunicke]

Your name sounds familiar…

[@TheHighliner227]

Just got mine Saturday!!!!... waited long time to get my hands on it...

[@longlowdog]

It was not a boring explanation. Unless one is involved in projects like that it is difficult to get your head round the multiple issues surrounding the arguments for the life and death of such trees. I know a couple of guys with the 500 and they say that the saws get even better with time as the brain learns the work they are routinely used for. Thanks for another great video. Regards from Scotland.

[@leerussell1030]

Ha! Adam says “you just pull it and it starts” 🤣 Hell yea it better!!

[@berndsinnig4696]

Love your Films !! "Gänsehaut pur " said the german !!!!

[@russellutterback4679]

Have had mine for all most a year now. Got it for a company in Belgium. I love the saw the speed an power to weight is great I think.

[@janweisgerber1929]

this could be a Sthil ad :D i love it

[@joshmullinnex5113]

I just got mine delivered today! I got the muffler off tonight for some bigger outlet operation. It is ported a bit. Can't wait to get it in some wood.

[@maxair420]

Another sweet vid guys. 👍🏽 Awesome edit 👍🏽👍🏽

[@denton7773]

My boss was 1 out of 5 to get a. 500 here in Arkansas. I run it every day since day he got it She’s a beast!! Everything about it is badass The sound The torque is crazy and so is the throttle response.

[@joshpomponio2993]

I held a 500 at trade show I liked it a lot but it was inside couldn’t run it ☹️ Great vid keep us posted on the 500 stay awesome my friends

[@radiobibu]

Nice Edit August, you're back in the game!

[@tytorubio3271]

"NOOOO!! But i will if i have to" Great piece of music

[@MrGeorgerobinson]

love your word sir...... very impressed

[@petermccall8975]

Fun story, must have taken half of Forever to assemble, I especially like the music-cutting action synch!

[@jaxxonbalboa3243]

I was at a dealer recently and he let me take it out back and try it out. I was impressed with its power and response to the trigger. As I was cutting I was mentally comparing it to my Husqvarna 592 XP and my Stihl MS 661 CM. Until I tried it out I was sure I wasn't going to buy anymore saws!

[@derekserfas7250]

Great vid! Closing in on 100k subs. Nice work.

[@carlwhite8225]

Great Video as usual, thanks.

[@j.u.s.tjeremy7098]

Great Video August.

[@carlobernardi1387]

I can't wait to get mine ...... sooooooooooo exciting....😁😁😁

[@briangill6219]

NICE SAW. LOOKS NICE, CAN’T WAIT TO SEE IF IT CUTS GOOD.

[@Swankman]

it cuts good

[@jdfarmspulling398]

Did you watch the video at all lol?

[@marianatequiero28]

Thank you fir the explanation

[@RoodFeller]

This was a great video. I've actually owned a 500i for a couple of months now and I've been nothing but impressed. I actually leave a 36-inch bar on it most of the time and it is impressive how well it pulls all of that chain. The low-end torque is definitely it's strongest suit and great fuel consumption.

[@barrybri]

I was wondering about fuel consumption. I put a 56mm 98.5cc cylinder on my MS660 and the main thing that I noticed was it appeared to use up the fuel tank about 30% faster than the standard 92cc.

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

How well does the oiler keep up? Also, which 36" bar do you run and would you recommend it?

[@RoodFeller]

I just have a standard Stihl bar with a full skip tooth Stihl chain. At some point I definitely want to get a lightweight bar for it. It doesn't seem to have any problem with the 36 in. I actually sold my 880 as a result.

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

@@RoodFeller - I decided to go with what you're running. I won't use it frequently enough to justify getting anything expensive and lightweight.

[@culbyj3665]

This best production cinemtography was great cross intro to The the 80s Knight rider and AIRWOLF vibe... Nice work. Oh and Nice saw too..

[@lumberjaketreeservicellc4002]

The reverse waterfall shot was very pleasing.

[@codyjoyner3049]

Nice saw. I had 2 Ms441 magnum I wish I never sold. Like 👍 the video. Good job buddy be safe

[@mvblitzyo]

Although you were boring yourself August . I found that information very useful and educational .. 😁🌳🧠

[@brianfloyd8033]

Nice job fellas!!!! Tell Damien thanks for the bad jokes....lol . Oh and jeff is way to serious....🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@johnfroese7158]

I would love to give the 500i a good run. I have heard a lot of great things about that saw. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@MJPeddler]

Great vid! I think I need a 500i now, for some reason... weird.

[@mcciaccio]

Beautiful area! I need a waterfall on my job sites!

[@leonardvirtue5753]

What's up august 😆😆.💪 my man and the team good.😆 show .💪 again Nice.😆

[@baldbear5609]

Howdy August, another great video.Liked the music. Appreciate the feedback on the Stihl 500i. Appears the City needs to pour some concrete walls to channel the water otherwise the erosion is going to continue. Have A Day! ;~)

[@InDisTREETV]

great video....500i looks good but that drone footage of the waterfall stole the show stay safe stay heathy

[@k.compton8995]

That's one hell of a drop

[@rogerbamatutz1927]

Nice music choice. Pretty area too.

[@eucalyptusleemcconnell8314]

Very nice 500i tree cut video mate

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

Nice saw. Can never have to many.

[@thomasburner23]

Great music choose

[@kenwood2242]

I own a 500i for over a Year now and dont need to use a 661 since then and have a lighter Saw to climp with 👍

[@Neighborhoodgo2guy]

You're editing is fantastic August 👍

[@chasejohnson3898]

Our brand new 661 and 461 just got stolen and the only thing we could get is a 500i so I’m happy to hear it cuts good

[@terriwebb5093]

Sorry to hear about this.. I've had three 660 stolen at once and i understand your pain..

[@proxy7863]

Great edit 👌

[@Thundermuffin93]

This video ripped. Left me with the thought "it cuts good". so I hope that that was part of your message.

[@area46241]

I want one. ultra cool

[@bradywatcherson498]

Ohh August....I now have this nawing feeling in my gut that I NEED a 500i 🤔having heard you and the other guys feedback in a few vids. So question for you and the crew; you have a 500i in one hand and a 461 in the other, both stock (knowing that the 461 responds well to port work as a future option as well as knowing the current ones on the dealers shelf are all that's left, not going to be produced anymore). Which do you choose?? 😬 Oh, the heavy load of the saw knundrums! Lol. Thanks, great vid!

[@hesterscarsella5111]

Went in to my Stihl dealer here in SC(supposedly one of the largest) and said I would like to order one and they said not available to order. One guy new what I was talking about and the others were clueless...STIHL DO better at training your DEALERS.

[@SkyStayHigh611]

Awesome new vid

[@patrickwinde9802]

Dang it sounds good! Pricey tho

[@nedflinders8006]

I mostly cut trees after they've done the falling bit for themselves. But I AM going to start playing these kickin' beats while I do it so I can feel like more of a badass.

[@joshosborn4832]

Pretty cool sounds like a regular chainsaw 😀

[@EvanBaird]

couldn't agree more about the need for more aggressive dogs, what type do you recommend?

[@dan-dan-da-treeman]

Darn August no puppies? 🤣🤣🤣. ALWAYS a great show fellas. I need to make more cash.🤑💪. You made 3 folks unhappy. Is that a record? I've been looking at that for a while. I'm surprised it wasn't released in the states sooner.

[@jeffschroeder9089]

Sick vid

[@dwaynemadsen964]

Tree-kins. How do you get any work done with such comedic genius on the job site? HA Ha ha! Y'all stay safe out there!

[@wild1bill1950]

hemp plants may be good to prevent erosion