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Thread: 5100S arrived with .325" b/c

  1. 02-03-2007, 05:36 AM #16
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    Nothing I can add except if a saw will pull 3/8's chain I run it.
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    3/8

    I am with B turner on the reasons for 3/8. I find it easier to keep track of the chains, and I am also in the process of learning how to grind and just keep the MAXX set-up for 3/8
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    Quote Originally Posted by Four Paws View Post
    .... If a 9 pin .325 sprocket was available, I might give it a shot.

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    Personally, I wouldn't bother, as I believe that saw will perform its best with either .325x8 or 3/8"x7, maybe .325x7 in large and hard wood........

    If the saw came with .325x7, get an 8-pin and try it - sprocket rims are cheap.

    Stihl RS or Oregon LP is what I would want in .325 for clean wood - Stihl RM or Oregon BP in dirty wood.
    The Stihl alternatives would be preferable......
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  4. 02-03-2007, 08:33 AM #19
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    Rydaddy,

    According to instructions for Oregon and MAXX the .325 and .375 chains use the same grind wheel, so you shouldn't have a problem with the set-ups on your MAXX.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SawTroll View Post
    If the saw came with .325x7, get an 8-pin and try it - sprocket rims are cheap.
    The 8-pin isn't on the condensed parts list that came with the saw but I'll look into it.

    Stihl RS or Oregon LP is what I would want in .325 for clean wood - Stihl RM or Oregon BP in dirty wood.
    The Stihl alternatives would be preferable......
    Yes, I prefer the Stihl chain too but the local dealer gets $30 for an 18" loop of either... OUCH!
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    Well the dealer acknowledged his mistake and offered to swap out the .325 setup for the 3/8 at his expense so I decided to do it. I just feel more comfortable with the 3/8. And there's a much better selection of chains for it.
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