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did you fix this? What was the outcome?

Did you ever fix this? my 461 is doing it. The guys who say "pull harder" don't know what they're talking about. It's ridiculous.

The saw is firing early and running backwards.

Because the handle either stops dead or more frequently pulls back, right out of your hand with incredible force. Feels like it's gonna break your finger. That thing hit my leg once and left a big bruise, even thru my insulated pants. The top of the saw has black marks on it from the rubber...

Thank you for the reply. You are of course, correct. Question. Before I pull the flywheel, can I estimate TDC with a screwdriver in the plug hole and compare it with the flywheel position on the ignition module?

While we're on it, what's the deal with the Stihl strings? Mine's a bit frayed. It's got a rubber cushion and a plastic tab on the end where it goes into the pull handle. Do I have to buy a Stihl string with that tab on the end? I'd like to keep the saw stock.

That seems to have done the trick. Thanks!

So the recoil on my 032 went limp. I checked the spring and it's fine. The pully doesn't engage the spring. Is there a part missing? I only have the pully. There are no dogs underneath . The DAMN ADS ARE SO BAD I CSNT SEE THE SCREEN! WTF

It's still doing it. If the key is sheared off, wouldn't the flywheel be turning? I mean, I'd notice it when rotating it (cover off) with the chain brake set.

Sorry if I used the wrong terminology. When I attempt to start the saw, she locks up and pulls the starter cable out of my hand. The saw is a few years old with VERY low hours. The decomp button pops up every pull. Those who have experienced this know it's NO FUN. TomJV

UPDATE: Saw: Homelite 360, model year 1982 Running: Oregon full chisel chain and 20" Oregon bar, (long term setup) Symptom:Saw runs fine. Chain is dry and gets overheated. I took a look at the saw yesterday. Originally, we thought there was too much oil coming out. Now I wonder . . . The oil...

.............................. Thank you for all the information! Sorry, we put the saw aside for a few weeks, but we're back on it now. Ser# 502590166 purchase date: 10/21/1982

My dad's Homelite 360 is leaking bar oil. It doesn't pump oil, so the chain is running dry. When he puts the saw down, the oil is pouring out of the bar weep holes. He says there's no oil adjustment screw. Can the pump be replaced? What's involved? Where might we find one? Maybe it's a...

I wanted to wake this thread for some up-to-date info. I'm a homeowner guy with a few saws and I want to get into grinding. I primarily run Oregon LGX chains on my workhorse saws. Price is a consideration, but I'm not overly concerned because I'll likely have the unit for the rest of my life...

Yep, the Lopi sticks out at least a foot. TomJV

This was 10 years ago when I finished the room, but you get the idea. TomJV

Should I get rid of my insert and install a free standing unit like Vermont Vigilant? I have a 2300 sq ft ranch here in Westchester, NY. I have the insert in the basement. It's a Lopi Revere. It's properly ducted up a masonry chimney. There's no door in the stairwell. I've had this setup...

50hrs sounds good. I never timed my use. I should really get a clock. I split about 4 cords per year I guess. I'm a home guy and just do it 1/yr. 10-30 synthetic. I never did the hydraulic oil. My dads is over 40 years old and he never did it either. LOL. TomJV

I wouldn't use it. Won't get the dregs IMHO. Definitely won't get metal files. TomJV

Why would anyone buy wood anyway? I burn for heat. I get all my wood free. Even at that, I wonder sometimes what I'm saving, especially now that oil is cheap. There's all the equipment. There's my time. My back! LOL. Bottom line, I've been doing it my whole life, I ENJOY it and I save a few...