Chainsaw . who makes the best chainsaw bar. Thread starter stmonnat; Start date Feb 11, 2012; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Operative. Joined Jan 16, 2011 Messages 394 Reaction score 42 Location Great Smokey Mtns, NC. …Save Edge - partially made in USA. Oregon- Double Cut Made in Switzerland by Vallorbe. remove more material than competitive brands. The Woodland Pro- "Double Cut" brand is made in Switzerland by Vallorbe. ( sold at Northern Tool also) Pferd- Standard aggressive cut round file. Pferd- Smooth cut round file ( more strokes but sharper edge )Apr 29, 2005. #6. I have a Poulan 3400 I bought new in 1980. I certainly don't use it everyday. I think a working 3400 is worth $40. Lots of parts are easy to come by, but if you broke any of the body part, what's painted green I think you'd have a hard time finding that. At worst you might have to rebuild the carb, put new rings on the piston ...Feb 17, 2023 · Homeowner Helper Forum. Post thread. Homeowners, this is your chance to ask the pros advice and questions. PLEASE DON'T email arboristsite questions. We only answer questions on the bulletin board. You must join (free) to post. The crankcase will last until the bearing pockets wear out from spun bearings. If the bearings never get spun then the rest is just replaceable parts, even the crankcase halves are replaceable but I figure it is still the original saw as long as the original crankcase is still used. i have a 044 that has been totally rebuilt 3 times, crank replaced once, big end bearing got loose, on its ...Chainsaw spike. Thread starter chase; Start date Nov 22, 2010; chase. Nov 22, 2010. C. chase ArboristSite Operative. Joined Aug 24, 2007 Messages 155 Location Ohio. ... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Apr 7, 2005 Messages 1,437 Location Sweden. Nov 23, 2010 #13Location. Western PA. Dec 7, 2009. #9. I've had two different chains break off an MS361, 20", .050, 3/8. One broke and was caught by the chain catcher and clutch cover and the other shot straight off the nose of the bar about 20 feet. The chains were new (only 1-2 sharpenings) and were improperly spun at a dealer.Dec 7, 2007 · ArboristSite Guru. Joined Oct 6, 2007 Messages 631 Reaction score 64 ... 62cc Professional Gasoline Chain Saw/Chainsaw Model No.:AW-CS62 Specifications: 1) ... Location. IRELAND. Aug 29, 2011. #1. NMURPH was kind enough to send me his photos of various chainsaw weights he has done. I thought it would be a nice public service to post them here. Make sure to give nmurph some rep! Feel free to add any ones you also personally have. All weights are dry and cleaned POWER HEAD ONLY - no oil, fuel, or B&C's.If a tree falls in your yard, you have brush to keep clear or you like to cut your own firewood, having a chainsaw around can be one of the smarter investments you can make. Howeve...Bozeman MT. Sep 28, 2012. #7. If you are cutting 15" trees, you would be well served to move to a larger primary saw. A pro saw would be best, but a homeowner saw from Stihl or Husky in the 50cc range would probably be fine. Then keep the 445 as a backup, and the craftsman as a loner.F.e. if your used saw cost 250$ purchase price and it needs a carb/fuel line replacement incl. some dampeners the repair bill will quickly arrive the 100$ bill size. With that in mind the Dolmar 421 or others mentioned are hardly (~50$) more or some even less expensive but include typically a year warrenty!9, 10 pin for .404. 9,10 pin for .325. those are all sizes guys do actually use on this forum (somewhat sparingly) and it would be cool to compare. I will say that actual chain speed at work (or play) is a delicate balance of the power of the saw, the wood being cut, the cutters style, the sprocket, the bar type and size, the chain length, type ...Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jan 9, 2009 Messages 1,711 Reaction score 431 Location gold hill,nc. Jan 31, 2010 #2 ... If you use a chainsaw very much you need a spare saw anyway and being able to do chainsaw repairs is also a plus. Reply. E. EchoShindaiwaMakitaDolmar ArboristSite Operative.Feb 22, 2020. #9. I’ve got a pair of the notch armor flex chainsaw pants and absolutely love them. Drawback is they are hot. I live in the Midwest and can really only wear them from about October to March comfortably. I attempted a day of felling and slashing in 85+ in them and wanted to strip down.Aug 6, 2023 · General conversations between those who work in the chainsaw related industry. Arborist business topics? Tree work technique topics? Forestry management …France. Feb 6, 2013. #5. bonjour, effectivement il y a 2 modèles. moi j'ai 2 partner 5000 , et c'est le montage de droite (gros filetage). j'ai abimé 2 pompes à huile car j'ai changé l'entrainement de la pompe (par celui de gauche) : je n'avais pas vu qu'il y avait une différence.Amateur Chainsaw Fixer and Wood Scrounger AS Supporting Member. Joined Oct 5, 2020 Messages 1,040 Reaction score 3,442 Location Yorkshire, England. ... ArboristSite Operative. Joined May 12, 2010 Messages 441 Reaction score 1,002 Location NB Canada. Sep 18, 2021 #10 John cutter top handle has been flawless. Probably 20 tanks through it.Location. Oregon. Mar 5, 2006. #1. Hi all. I have learned alot from reading for countless hours many knowledgeable posts from your site. I just purchased a Jonsered 520sp chainsaw and will be receiving it next week. The pictures and the description of the saw are that it is in "like new" condition. That it starts great, idles and runs perfectly.Chainsaw . MS290 TO 390 CONVERSION OR STICK WITH OEM. Thread starter stihlfan7; Start date Oct 25, 2022; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Lurker. Joined Dec 2, 2011 Messages 43 Reaction score 66. Oct 27, 2022Jan 18, 2021. #7. Wood Doctor said: Permatex Ultra Black Gasket Maker works for me. Allow about 24 hours to fully cure after joining. Most home improvement centers have it. Ultra black is the best sealant for engines BUT it's no good for fuel so it won't last on a cylinder base and I wouldn't recommend it. It's an amazing sealant otherwise.21,094. Reaction score. 24,878. Jan 12, 2016. #9. Stihl dealer or E-bay. The Stihl 031 in tank fuel line is pretty unique, likely only available in OEM. The 026 has 2 different fuel lines, make sure before you order. A.If you own a lawnmower, chainsaw, or any other small engine equipment, chances are you’ll need to have it repaired at some point. Finding a reliable small engine repair service nea...Reaction score. 16,693. Location. Dike, Iowa. Oct 30, 2021. #3. That particular model is in the 300 Series lineup, 2.3 In3 or 34.4 cc. They can be a real challenge to work on with the throttle, fuel line, and impulse line in such a tight spot in the air box with the carburetor. I have not seen the 300 Series version of the Silver Eagle saw ...Nov 17, 2013. #6. Handle angle is one difference. I happen to think they have a better looking saw with the color and plastic differences. In the 2166-365/2172-372xp class the Jonsereds have a lower profile air filter housing. I happen to like that more than the higher profile Husqvarna air filer housing.Chainsaw . the stihl 038 magnum thread. Thread starter dougfirfirewood; Start date Oct 22, 2008; Help Support Arborist Forum: ... ArboristSite Guru. Joined Feb 20, 2008 Messages 565 Reaction score 58 Location Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Oct 23, 2008 #6 One of the best saws stihl ever made. Reply.ArboristSite Member. Joined May 8, 2020 Messages 67 Reaction score 28 Location Everett WA. Jun 9, 2022 #4 Motorex Cross Power 2T or Amsoil Dominator. Used both in my motocross race bikes and it was Awesome. ... Redneck Chainsaw Repair AS Supporting Member. Joined May 11, 2012 Messages 9,299 Reaction score 12,173 Location Ohio. Jun 9, 2022 #8ArboristSite Lurker. Trying to replace the chain on a Stihl 011AV that my Brother bought used - replacement chain is a Oregon S55 AdvanceCut. Am using the Stihl 011 owners manual PDF for guidance but the chain appears to be too short to fit on over the bar tip when engaged with the drive sprocket.Trilink uses a superior alloy steel (same steel found in Oregon / Carlton pro chains). As for Chinese products, the Oregon and Carlton LP chains are made in China. Most of their smaller laminated bars are also made in China. Chinese steel is no longer used in any of the Oregon - Carlton - Trilink chains, or bars.Husky 550XP is a good saw but Husqvarna is having issues with supplying parts. Echo makes a good saw as well, believe the 4910 is still available but that saw really needs muffler work to realize it’s full potential. The echos are hard to beat for the price. Not the fastest but dead reliable and easy starting.Apr 18, 2010 · Reaction score. 698. Location. Western PA. Apr 18, 2010. #3. A general rule to follow is that skilled sawyer can cut wood that is about twice the diameter of the bar. However, it takes some practice to do this safely and is not the fastest way to get a tree on the ground or logs bucked. Having a bar that is longer than the diameter of the wood ... Chainsaw . connecting rod play. Thread starter JONSEREDFAN6069; Start date Apr 21, 2009; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Sep 26, 2008 Messages 2,483 Reaction score 250 Location T.C. CALIFORNIA. Apr 28, 2009 #20Reaction score. 2,752. Location. In the Timber. Aug 19, 2015. #10. If you are going with a one saw plan and getting into 24" wood, the 362 is the obvious choice. 50cc saws are nice, but only if you have a 70cc+ saw to handle the bigger stuff. A 60cc saw is a good one saw plan for most users, a 50cc is not.They take the same .325 bar as a 50ish cc husky. I prefer a 3/8 lp set up on them, it's quite a bit faster at that power level. That's how the chinese 45's came years ago. The 58's are fine with .325. 3/8 rim sprockets and clutches are dirt cheap for those saws and the same 3/8lp bar for the 25cc joncutters or a small husky like a 240 fit right ...The 3410 replaces the 310 while the 3510 replaces the 352. Echo's press release for the 3410 says it has 1.7 horsepower. Echo's Non-US websites list the 3510 as having 2.02 horsepower (converting from Kw). Weird that they are both 34.4 cc - maybe its like 590 and 620 power difference but both being the same cc's.Tsumura bars are high quality and moderately priced. Baileys has some good German made carlton bars for $30 that are pretty good IME. Personally I'd rather get deals on bars that are of decent quality. If you break it, bend it, etc, it's not a big deal. If you drop $100+ on a bar, it is a big deal.Jul 26, 2023. #8. RedneckChainsawRepair said: Yep new one plastic cased and heavier. Want better built better mag cased saw better buy those 4910 or the 501 that is still being made. I checked the other day and found a online seller with 99 4910 in stock at retail asking prices. Old pic Mitch took when weighed them when came out.Chainsaw . Removing Stihl Limiter Caps. Thread starter sarge14; Start date Feb 26, 2009; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Operative. Joined Dec 10, 2008 Messages 215 Reaction score 33 Location Central Coast, CA. Feb 26, 2009 #11 Brian ...MIX OIL SPECIFICATION: Homelite chain saw mix oil. CHAIN PITCH: 3/8 in. CHAIN TYPE: Oregon 72. BAR MOUNT PATTERN: 14 link. SHORTEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 16 in. (40 cm) LONGEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 24 in. (61 cm) COLOUR SCHEME: Homelite Red enamel. PAINT CODES: ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST:Even you say you use the chainsaw to remove the bark and cut the log down to fit. And to save your band blades. As far as the size of the saw, you keep talkin' about the large (395) saw on the Alaskan.ArboristSite Guru. Joined Dec 31, 2002 Messages 594 Reaction score 50 Location California. Mar 2, 2010 #2 Great idea! Mike's site is a great resource, and would be a boon to all complete! ... his site.He is a very,very busy fella and I think some emails just get lost in the process.His email is under obsolete chainsaw parts. Lawrence . Reply ...Chainsaw . Stihl ms200t time sert size ??? Thread starter Dadatwins; Start date May 3, 2008; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jul 23, 2002 Messages 7,025 Reaction score 1,149 Location West Virginia. May 3, 2008 #6Bozeman MT. Sep 28, 2012. #7. If you are cutting 15" trees, you would be well served to move to a larger primary saw. A pro saw would be best, but a homeowner saw from Stihl or Husky in the 50cc range would probably be fine. Then keep the 445 as a backup, and the craftsman as a loner.Bailey's - 16" WoodlandPro Chainsaw Chain Loop The top bar and chain combo plus this for extra chains would be a good match.. maybe or play it safe and get the 20NK66 woodland pro Bailey's - 16" WoodlandPro Chainsaw Chain Loop or just stick with the H30. some say they wouldn't budge from a narrow kerf, it cuts too easy. But what do I know. eace:Okay, in the market for a chainsaw and want a Stihl due to closeness of dealer and past good luck with brand (trimmer / blower). Have it narrowed down to: Ms270 MS280 MS290 MS310 260 I realize this is a wide range, but only reason I lean away from the 290 and 310 is the weight. I plan to cut about 7 cords a year for home heat.Tried to buy a D009 light bar in 28" couple of days ago- got told 10 week wait on backorder, Sugi Hara could be longer. 28's are the most popular bar length for forestry over here now it would seem. Could not get a 28 in Husqvarna colours, so ordered a genuine Tsumura instead- should be here early in the coming week.The Chainsaw Forum New posts Small Engine Repairs, Maintenance, Modifications Find out how to fix Chainsaws and other outdoor tools, mostly gas powered, such as Cutoff Saws, Blowers, Trimmers, Edgers, Pressure Washers, Snow Blowers etc.Compare the Sthil 029 with the Sthil 026. 54cc and 50cc. Not a lot of size difference but the Sthil 029 with mm and a few changes seems like a LOT bigger saw. Only 4cc bigger. The Echo cs310 is about 30 cc compared to a xs352 at 34cc yet the cs 310 isn't nearly the saw the cs352 is.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Apr 27, 2004 Messages 2,064 Reaction score 258 Location ... Joined Feb 14, 2005 Messages 184 Reaction score 21 Location Aliquippa, PA. Oct 9, 2007 #3 Chainsaw Kickback Massacre Knew two people that got their chainsaw stuck in their throat because of kickback. One is dead, the other is maimed for …12,492. Reaction score. 9,095. Location. Omaha, Nebraska. May 29, 2018. #16. After reading this thread, I got a bit worried and compression tested my 064 and one of my MS 660 saws that I rebuilt. I measured 160 psi. from the 064 and 155 psi. from the MS 660.Hi. I need a chainsaw to cut firewood, but I don't want to buy a piece of junk. I've done some research, but I think it's time to talk to the experts. I went to my local shop today (Stihl and Husky dealer), and they have a couple 028 Woodbosses for $225 each. One has a 16" bar, the other has an 18" bar, and apparently they're both about 15 ...chainsaw-57 ArboristSite Operative. Joined Oct 27, 2001 Messages 220 Reaction score 159 Location Near Cleveland, Ohio. Mar 19, 2014 #15 Good Morning, When using the STIHL seal puller. Replace the wing screws, used for pulling the arms out against the seal, with torx screws. Don't tighten too much, but you have a lot more grip on the seal.On the 036/034 I don't like going any bigger than a 16" also. The 5100 seems to feel really good with the 18" on it. I generally prefer an all around saw in the 4.5+hp range. For small limbing and whatnot like when I'm just cutting pine logs going to the mill I like the little PS-510 or those older 36/34's.Hello all,I'm a new member & this is my first time posting. I just purchased a Stihl MS 261. It came with a 18" green bar and chain. I'm thinking about changing over to a 3/8" yellow bar ( rollmatic) and chain. My question is which type of chain would be best for my purpose and saw. I have a heatmor water stove that I'll be cutting firewood for.ArboristSite Guru. Joined Nov 11, 2006 Messages 966 Reaction score 93 Location NC. Oct 29, 2007 #4 if you can get a pro quality saw.Anyones pro saw is better than like the 310 . Reply. woodchuck361 ArboristSite Guru. Joined ... I am looking at purchasing a new Stihl chainsaw in the near future. I have been looking at Stihl's product line and ...Reaction score. 9,195. Location. Omaha, Nebraska. Yesterday at 2:58 PM. #21. My Husky 353 is still a dandy chainsaw: I run it with an 18" bar, but it keeps telling me it will handle a 20". One of my good friends has a newer 550 XP with Autotune and loves it.CT. Feb 28, 2020. #1. My STIHL MS290 was down, so in a bind, I purchased at LOWES, a Craftsman 42cc, 18 inch chainsaw. It has the Model number CMXGSAMY421S on it followed by (41AY421S793) in a few places. It was a complete Bxxxh to get it started, but I finally got it going & I was doing the work with it, but found the bar very wimpy & too ...6,456. Reaction score. 1,511. Location. idaho. Jan 6, 2010. #5. i sanded all the scratched and discolering out so the plastic all had the same faded looked then cleaned in the dishwahser dried then 3 or 4 coats of kylon clear. this is what i ended up with, i sanded with 600 grit in sopay water in the sink.Stay away from Ebay though--prices are generally just too high. Depending on what you're looking to spend you might want to see if you can land a husky 350 refurb from a dealer. So "best" 50cc saws (used): 346xp NE, MS 260, Dolmar 5100, Dolmar 510. followed by a lot of other decent saws...ms 270, ms 280, husky 350, jonsy 2150.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jan 24, 2006 Messages 4,575 Reaction score 731 Location SE Pennsylvania. Sep 11, 2006 #2 I Think that the profile shown in that pic is where the pin sits, or rather where the ring fits around the locating pin. ... Chainsaw. Arborist Site Contact us; Terms and rules;A chainsaw chainsaw 25cc top handle, it has a leaky tank vent but otherwise works great. A neotech 892, a 066 clone. It needed an oem decomp, cleaning/porting the oiler, a bar oil cap and a little gasket on the air filter cover to seal it up. After those mods it runs great.Sep 26, 2011. #7. 385xp history. Mike, These are some notes on 385xp that I pulled off the site before getting the 385xp that I used to have. Changes over time. -Change tank caps to new style. -Modified carb area base during '03. -RPM limited coil and epa carb change in '04. Arborist 101. Post thread. This Forum is for individuals new to the business and seeking help learning the basics. Ask the pro's here. ArboristSite Guru AS Supporting Member. Joined Apr 2, 2018 Messages 537 Reaction score 797 Location North Georgia. Feb 23, 2019 #4 Thanks all! Reply. Reactions: farmer steve. ... Chainsaw Jim CJ Saws, LLC. Joined Jun 5, 2014 Messages 2,915 Reaction score 3,684 Location Springfield Oregon. Feb 24, 2019All chainsaw stickies are here. Do NOT start threads here. This is for stickies that are in the chainsaw forum. Once you PURCHASE a sticky with your credits a moderator will move it from Chainsaw to here.25. Reaction score. 1. Location. IN. May 6, 2012. #1. was at the junk yard on friday and they had a 035 stihl saw in the pile, I didn't pick it up, but it was missing side covers bar ect. also had a saw tooth wright saw, (looked like a hand saw type bar) the 035 seems rare was it junk? Last edited: May 6, 2012.This is for stickies that are in the chainsaw forum. Once you PURCHASE a sticky with your credits a moderator will move it from Chainsaw to here. Threads. 38. Messages. 317.6K. The Beg for Manuals Thread. Yesterday at 11:59 PM. atpchas.This is unusual for our trees that usually "come back" after fire. Tree is set on the edge of a dry sclerophyll forest of mixed species - predominate tress are Iron Bark, Stringy Bark, Turpentine, some Sydney Grey Gum. It most cosily resembles (remember its been dead a while) a Sydney Grey Gum.I muffler modded my new CS-4910 before it even saw wood for the first time. Two screws to remove the deflector and spark arrestor screen and pulled the baffle tube out of the muffler. I also removed the stock exhaust deflector and replaced it with the one from a Shindaiwa 400 (Echo/Shindaiwa part # A313001460).5,735. Location. Southern Indiana. Sep 19, 2023. #8. My favorite saws have changed over the years and I have grown older and less fit. Right now the saw I grab the most is my Echo 330T. If I get much older I guess I'll buy one of those one hand battery powered 4 inch saws. I still keep my 359 Husky however..Location. U.S.A. Jan 30, 2022. #7. After comparing specs and photo's of the current Redmax line up with the current Husqvarna line up, here's what I came up with as far as saws that are magnesium crankcase pro saws. GZ9000= 390XP. GZ7100= 372XP. GZ4350= 543XP. GZ5000= 545 or 550.Dec 29, 2011. #20. Forester sells several rim/drum systems with 7-pin lo-pro rims with small spline. Mis-matching 3/8 and 3/8 lo-pro will result in excessive wear in sprockets, drive links, and nose sprockets since size and shape of chassis and drive links is different, even if the pitch is the same. Ordered list.Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Mar 6, 2008 Messages 2,062 Reaction score 1,238 Location henderson TN. Sep 15, 2011 #2 That is basically a husky 570 in redmax colors. ... I have chainsaws and chainsaw accessories. Joined Jan 3, 2016 Messages 2,831 Reaction score 4,838 Location California. Nov 22, 2019 #12Chainsaw . poulan 4620. Thread starter thumper440; Start date Dec 8, 2010; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Guru. Joined Jan 22, 2006 Messages 513 Reaction score 55 Location Rockford, Il. Oct 31, 2011 #12May 1, 2012. #4. To convert an old point model over to a nonpoints model useing stihl parts, you need the coil and the flywheel along with the wiring to make it easy. Or go to napa buy an omega module for under $20. Follow instructions, except for reverse the wires, and you have a nonpoints model.ArboristSite Lurker. Joined Oct 5, 2016 Messages 24 Reaction score 16 ... This is very important. A dull chain will cut poorly and will dramatically shorten the service life of a chainsaw. Reply. unclemoustache My 'stache is bigger than yours. AS Supporting Member. Joined Jan 22, 2009 Messages 23,759 Reaction score 60,958 Location S. Il. near ...Chainsaw . the stihl 038 magnum thread. Thread starter dougfirfirewood; Start date Oct 22, 2008; Help Support Arborist Forum: ... ArboristSite Guru. Joined Feb 20, 2008 Messages 565 Reaction score 58 Location Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Oct 23, 2008 #6 One of the best saws stihl ever made. Reply.ArboristSite Guru. Joined Mar 13, 2014 Messages 645 Reaction score 850 Location Sumner, Iowa. ... Redneck Chainsaw Repair AS Supporting Member. Joined May 11, 2012 Messages 9,167 Reaction score 11,962 Location Ohio. Apr 13, 2016 #20 Those platinum bars looks like the ones Carlton used to relabel made in Germany.Very simply Start the saw and set the 'T' just so the chain is turning. Smoothly run the 'L' in and out to get the best chain speed. Readjust the chain speed with the 'T' and reset the best 'L' Back the 'T' out till the chain stops creeping,,,,,and a tad more. If you feel comfortable * 'safely' set the 'H' a little richer or out from anything you think it will take.1,257. Reaction score. 1,487. Location. New York. Aug 19, 2020. #2. I really preferred the Stihl to the Oregon files, but the Swiss Pferd, Oberg and vallorbe are equally as good, just only available online and more costly. I’ve since moved over to buying Timber Savage files.ArboristSite.com Sponsor. Joined Nov 26, 2007 Messages 16,162 Reaction score 7,166 Location Somewhere in the space-time continuum. Jun 19, 2012 #11 I have a 281 in the classifieds that is a heck of a lot more saw than a 372 or 575. It has been totally gone through from the crank, up. ... Chainsaw. Arborist Site Advertise with us; Contact us ...Is the new iPhone 6S waterproof? Are there water resistant iPhone cases? By clicking "TRY IT", I agree to receive newsletters and promotions from Money and its partners. I agree to...ArboristSite Guru. A stock MS660 should work fine with a 3/8-7T rim, a nice 28"-36" Cannon/Woodman Pro bar, and a some of that good Calton/Woodman pro chisel skip chain. Call up the friendly folks at Bailey's they'll have what you need. Your MS660 will work better with a dual port muffler cover, mod or cut out the inner muffler basket, polish ...ArboristSite Guru AS Supporting Member. Joined Apr 2, 2018 Messages 537 Reaction score 797 Location North Georgia. Feb 23, 2019 #4 Thanks all! Reply. Reactions: farmer steve. ... Chainsaw Jim CJ Saws, LLC. Joined Jun 5, 2014 Messages 2,915 Reaction score 3,684 Location Springfield Oregon. Feb 24, 2019Chainsaw . MS290 TO 390 CONVERSION OR STICK WITH OEM. Thread starter stihlfan7; Start date Oct 25, 2022; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Lurker. Joined Dec 2, 2011 Messages 43 Reaction score 66. Oct 27, 2022Use the Mfg. 2 stroke mix recommendations (use mfg or other top qual. 2 cycle oil) and run the saw like you normally would, avoiding hi revs for several tanks of fuel. Give the saw a workout, albiet avoiding the full open throttle, and allow the saw to break-in over the course of an hour or two of use.Sep 26, 2011. #7. 385xp history. Mike, These are some notes on 385xp that I pulled off the site before getting the 385xp that I used to have. Changes over time. -Change tank caps to new style. -Modified carb area base during '03. …
Jan 18, 2021. #7. Wood Doctor said: Permatex Ultra Black Gasket Maker works for me. Allow about 24 hours to fully cure after joining. Most home improvement centers have it. Ultra black is the best sealant for engines BUT it's no good for fuel so it won't last on a cylinder base and I wouldn't recommend it. It's an amazing sealant otherwise.. Aunt caught me
Chainsaw . Echo CS310 Muffler Mod. Thread starter Raganr; Start date Aug 31, 2014; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Guru. Joined Dec 31, 2011 Messages 692 Reaction score 620 Location TX. Oct 25, 2014 #12 Finally got a video of it ...I too maintain mountain bike trails with a chainsaw. but in WA state, the trails are long and thousands of feet in elevation. So I ride a bike and carry the saw on my back - so saw weight is an important factor. For the most part, I use a Stihl MS260 Pro, which accepts bars from 16 to 24. usually I rock it with a 20, chisel tooth.The Chainsaw Forum New posts Small Engine Repairs, Maintenance, Modifications Find out how to fix Chainsaws and other outdoor tools, mostly gas powered, such as Cutoff Saws, Blowers, Trimmers, Edgers, Pressure Washers, Snow Blowers etc.Sep 8, 2008. #1. The guy at the Stihl Dealership asked why I would want to convert over to the 3/8" pitch chain from .325" pitch on my 260, I told him I wanted to be able to swap out with my .031av which also has a 16" bar (which is the truth). He said he hardly ever sells a 3/8' chain and bar for smaller saws like the 260, I believe him as he ...Chainsaw . 35cc to 40cc Chainsaw Decision Available 2023. Thread starter dsell; Start date Jan 11, 2023; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Member. Joined Feb 3, 2018 Messages 83 Reaction score 99 Location Lithuania. Jan 13, 2023 #16 ...Jonny Quest said: 1. Remove bar & chain. 2. Clean bar groove with tool. 3. Using compressed air, blow-off power head, clutch cover, bar. 4. Remove filter cover & blow-off (careful around filter)On the 310 the AV was much more flexible and is constructed different. On the 352 one AV spring is actually connected directly to the motor. The 352 actually felt much stiffer and as if it's really not the same build as the cheaper 310. Based upon today's results my thinking is the cost difference between the cs 310 and cs 352 is justified.ArboristSite Guru AS Supporting Member. Joined Apr 8, 2009 Messages 741 Reaction score 117 Location Herts UK. Jul 10, 2011 #2 Take it down to the dealer, the first thing to do is to ascertain if your chainsaw sprocket is 0.325 or 3/8 pitch, these are the two most common pitches, then all you will need to do is buy a bar and chain that fit on ...780. Location. Narrows, Va 24124. May 16, 2011. #3. Get a sheet of 1/64" fiber/rubber gasket material from a local auto parts store, comes in a 10"x26" roll for around $5. EDIT: I have seen Grandpa make valve cover and oil pan gaskets out of a corn flakes box. Last edited: May 16, 2011.Nov 6, 2016. #1. After listening to all the good and bad reviews on these saws, like others on this forum I decided to buy one just to satisfy my curiosity. Don't need another 50cc saw, but it's cheap entertainment. The one I settled on is a 52cc saw badged as a SWISS KRAFT INTERNATIONAL.model 5200. It's part of a general Chinese series …Feb 17, 2023 · Firewood, Heating and Wood Burning Equipment. Discuss all your firewood needs here. Equipment and home heating, firewood business questions and techniques. Now, I know the 200T is a great saw, one of the best top handle ever made, but a brand new MS201T is €840 MSRP, meaning any Stihl dealer will let it go for €800 with your choice of bar and a spare chain thrown in for good measure. Were I on the market for a brand new top handle saw, it would be a no-brainer.I have one of those craftsman 36cc chainsaws made by poulan, M/N 358.350660.everytime I run it dry and go to refuel, it vaporlocks like a SOB! infact it doesn't even have to run out of fuel just get hot!Anyways I took it back to the sears for warranty coverage. the service tag it said "found carb out of adjustment" Now it seems to only get up ....