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Just thought I'd drop a note to invite anyone interested to attend Sunday's contest held at the Union Thresheree, Symco, Wisconsin. Symco is just north of Manawa on State Hwy 22, on the banks of the Little Wolf River. Sign-up starts at 2 p.m. with cutting starting at 3. There are four antique...

My 066, slightly ported, modded muffler, likes the 9 pin. 10's a little too much, even in small pine. Cold start technique and practice is the key.

As was said, some parts may have been changed out, that's one of the beauties of this saw series. If you'll remove the top cover and look at the inboard throttle lever, a small wire toggle between carb and lever would be consistent w/ a 181 carb configuration. A plastic lever only, pushing...

Wow, somebody finally gave me incentive to count - 29! And my one antique, a Von Ruden Hydra Axe, needs a running tractor as well. I'd hate to count how many of those I have, because I know the running/non-running ratio is not as good and it would depress me thinking of the work ahead. Saws...

I've got a Husky 285 CD that was running great until the ignition went south. Would the flywheel/module from a 480 CD work as a replacement? I've been told a 2100 flywheel/module will work, but I'd also need to upgrade to a 3 dog starter pulley, and 2100 parts aren't exactly falling from the...

If your P70 has the one piece ignition coil mounted to the cylinder, the aftermarket P&C kits from the K650 and K700 cutoff saws will fit, as will piston-only kits. I agree with looking at the case half bolts to be sure they're tight. Check crank seals and bearings too at this stage. The...

The 72 vs. 73 refers to the gage of the drivers. 72 is .050, 73 is .058. Make sure it matches your bar.

User view I'll defend the 575. I have both the 372 and 575, and put lot of hours on both. Yes, it is a little heavier, but you really don't notice it in the woods. Yes, it does take longer to warm up, but afterwards it will start at idle all day. There may be an issue with the bearings...

The difference is in displacement. From memory, I think the XPC is 45cc, versus 38cc on the XP. Supposed to have more power. Check the Husky website or Bailey's catalog.

Pretty much what I envisioned... small drill in the center w/ a small sheet metal screw to pull on. Like a miniature frost plug. I've got a Tilotson HS carb that I just can't get enough fuel through the main, irregardless of the H screw setting. The repair kit came with new replacements, so...

What's the best way to remove the metal welch plugs when rebuilding a carb? Thanks in advance.

Looks like another accident with the Farm Tractor in the Woodlot.

I'd also agree that 24" is too much for the 257. I use 18's on mine, and only rarely do I need to fully bury it, based on the wood I cut. For firewood bucking, the 288's are run all the time. At 6'5", my back likes a longer bar for some limbing and finishing of rolled-over blocked cuts, but...

I'd second the GREAT saw comments. I have two being used regularly. The 257 was replaced by the 261, as I understand, due to overall line emmissions. The 261 didn't stay in the line too long either, before being replaced. I have owned both 257 and 261, and think the 257 is the better...

Well, here in Wisconsin, we have a season for sturgeon spearing. I'm not much of a fisherman, or spearerman in this case, but I do go out to enjoy a couple cocktails on the ice while some friends set up. The objective is to cut a hole, maybe 3X5 feet, through the ice (generally under 3 feet...

Look at the supply store of AS sponsor, Curt Bailey. I think he's got quite a few 288 carbs.

Just my two cents on the original post's mention of running a splitter off a skid loader or tractor. I've seen more and more mounted splitters, and have used them personally. No problem with their function, handiness, or the thought of one less engine to maintain. However, if your skid loader...

I must admit I got the first beneficial use of my Peltor system two weeks ago. A good size limb decided to part from the trunk of a snagged tree. It hit my head first and then glanced down to my elbow where a nice three inch strawberry still remains. My head and helmet were in good shape...

For what it's worth, I had a 114 that wouldn't spark if you dragged it down a street with a 36 inch bar attached. I added one of the cheap little electronic aftermarket modules and had many years of good cutting after that. It was quite a few years back, and I can't remember if I used the...

Outright crooks should be responsible for shipping both ways, but if you think it's tough to get your money back, I think you'll find it tougher to get a crook to advance you shipping money. I guess my ebay philosophy has changed since I started using it. I no longer buy "big ticket" items...