Poulan Pro 5020 - Anyone Seen One?

[rms61moparman]

I think we had both been drinking most the day so we were both super smart by the time that picture was taken.

A reg U lar pair of geniusses we was!!!


Mike

 

[Stihl-Pioneer]

I really like the idea of an 18" bar, would a pro-lite series work, like this one?

Bailey's - Oregon 18" Pro-Lite Guard Mate Chainsaw Bar 72 Drive Links

I guess that's assuming they have a tip for 3/8 for it. I would guess they would since you can get the 20" pro-lite which is what I had thought about doing till I saw the new poulan saw and was wondering if I could get a freebie/cheapie from someone who upgraded their bar.

They don't offer a 18"pro lite in 3/8 and the tips are not replaceable like the power match. You have to go with a power match that has a replaceable tip. You could change out the rim sprocket to .325 and then you can find pretty much any style bar from 15" to 20" that will fit the K041 style mount.

 

[joecool85]

They don't offer a 18"pro lite in 3/8 and the tips are not replaceable like the power match. You have to go with a power match that has a replaceable tip. You could change out the rim sprocket to .325 and then you can find pretty much any style bar from 15" to 20" that will fit the K041 style mount.

It said the tip was replaceable in the writeup, not the same though? I've never dealt with replaceable tips so I didn't know.

**edit**
In looking at it, it looks like the one you linked to has a replaceable NOSE and the pro-lite only is replaceable sprocket in the tip...is that the problem?

 

[Stihl-Pioneer]

It said the tip was replaceable in the writeup, not the same though? I've never dealt with replaceable tips so I didn't know.

**edit**
In looking at it, it looks like the one you linked to has a replaceable NOSE and the pro-lite only is replaceable sprocket in the tip...is that the problem?

Sorry I meant nose. When switching from .325 to .375 you have to do it on a replaceable nose style(power match). The end radius on a bars without replaceable noses are not the same from .325 to .375 so they wouldn't work correctly if you just changed out the sprockets. On a prolite the sprocket is replaceable in the tip but only with the same size that came out.

 

[redunshee]

I think we had both been drinking most the day so we were both super smart by the time that picture was taken.

I guess you could say "smart" aptly describes you two. Or does it...............:hmm3grin2orange:

Bob

 

[joecool85]

Sorry I meant nose. When switching from .325 to .375 you have to do it on a replaceable nose style(power match). The end radius on a bars without replaceable noses are not the same from .325 to .375 so they wouldn't work correctly if you just changed out the sprockets. On a prolite the sprocket is replaceable in the tip but only with the same size that came out.

Great info, makes sense I just didn't realize. Thanks.

 

[dswensen]

Picked up a 5020 today

Y'all talking about this saw got me to wondering what they are like, so today I went out and got one. Haven't run it in wood yet, but I know it starts and oils well - now that I tuned it. I did have to tune the carb right out of the box as mistuned "L" had it stumbling when going from idle to WOT. I richened up the "H" too about 1/4 turn - it wouldn't four-stroke at all before I did that. Out of the box, the chain was WAY too tight, but as I ran it, the chain loosened up considerably - perhaps Poulan knows this and runs them tight at first on purpose.

I was interested to see that there were no limiting caps on the adjusting screws - thought that wasn't legal in these US of A. I have the magic tool for Poulan splined carb screws, that sure makes life easier to adjust a running saw. I got it for about $6 from an E-Bayer a few years ago

The air filtration system APPEARS to be a bit cheesy, but running it will tell.

I like the feel of the saw and I like the balance (sorry Troll)

Anyway - looking forward to seeing the saw perform in wood. I'm sure I won't be selling my Stihls any time soon, but it might be OK for the cash outlay - $219.

 

[Eccentric]

Man if you were to look up "double ugly" in the dictionary that is the picture you'd see.........


:hmm3grin2orange::hmm3grin2orange::hmm3grin2orange::hmm3grin2orange::hmm3grin2orange:

Jump on in there with us and we will have TRIPLE ugly!!!


Mike

Mind if I jump in for Quadruple ugly? Aaron needs to invest in some overalls to 'fit in' better. I have to say I'm not enthused about the current plastic strato consumer saws, including the saw that's the subject of this thread. If I was in the market for a new one, I'd rather buy the Poulan (actually the Sears version) for 1/2 the cost of a euro equivelant. I think I'll stick with the old mag cased Homelite, McCulloch, and Poulan "junk" instead...

 

[Modifiedmark]

Good God Aaron, that just scared the hell out of me when I scrolled down. :hmm3grin2orange:

 

[Eccentric]

Good God Aaron, that just scared the hell out of me when I scrolled down. :hmm3grin2orange:

Ha! Mision accomplished. Hope I didn't make you spill your High Life...

 

[Modifiedmark]

Ha! Mision accomplished. Hope I didn't make you spill your High Life...

No I wasnt drinking one at that time. After seeing that though I was sure ready for 1 or 12 of them. :hmm3grin2orange:

Really I wasnt interested that much in this 5020 when I seen it but you guys have me curious about them now. I started digging a little about them and found some IPLs to study.

Nothing really impressive about them from the IPLs, they look like standard clamshell construction like the 4620's etc. Not that its a bad thing, you can only expect so much for $200. The do seem to have a chrome bore cly with the seal over crank brg setup so thats all good.

I also compared the Sears to Poulan IPL's and they look like the Sears is the same as far as the P/C etc go so since I have some Sears gift cards that I dont need, I might just wait till they go on sale and pick one up to see for myself what is up with them.

I have guys all the time asking me for saws and I dont want to sell them older saws, these might just be a good deal for a homeowner.

If I get one, I proably wont keep it but I willl probably muffler mod it, tune it and try it out. When I'm done I can run a 52 card raffle at work for $10 a card, raffle it off and make some money as well.

 

[Wagnerwerks]

You're right. All them yellow/black and green/black saws are junk. I am looking to acquire a "junk" 655 if anybody has one they don't want to be seen with.

Nick

I LOVE that you always manage to work in a plug for the 655. LOL. :msp_thumbup:

 

[zogger]

No I wasnt drinking one at that time. After seeing that though I was sure ready for 1 or 12 of them. :hmm3grin2orange:

Really I wasnt interested that much in this 5020 when I seen it but you guys have me curious about them now. I started digging a little about them and found some IPLs to study.

Nothing really impressive about them from the IPLs, they look like standard clamshell construction like the 4620's etc. Not that its a bad thing, you can only expect so much for $200. The do seem to have a chrome bore cly with the seal over crank brg setup so thats all good.

I also compared the Sears to Poulan IPL's and they look like the Sears is the same as far as the P/C etc go so since I have some Sears gift cards that I dont need, I might just wait till they go on sale and pick one up to see for myself what is up with them.

I have guys all the time asking me for saws and I dont want to sell them older saws, these might just be a good deal for a homeowner.

If I get one, I proably wont keep it but I willl probably muffler mod it, tune it and try it out. When I'm done I can run a 52 card raffle at work for $10 a card, raffle it off and make some money as well.

--if you have the IPLs, I was wondering where the extra CCs come from.

To me, with very limited experience, I could see these saws being a cheaper alternative to the husky and stihl entry level homerenter grade saws.

I actually don't have any of the more modern poulans, hopefully I can find one real cheap soon to check one out (one with a chainbrake and Av and so on). I *think* the newest I have that sorta runs is a 295. I threw it back in a box because it got hot and half melted the clutch cover. Why that happened, I am not sure yet.

 

[Wagnerwerks]

--if you have the IPLs, I was wondering where the extra CCs come from.

To me, with very limited experience, I could see these saws being a cheaper alternative to the husky and stihl entry level homerenter grade saws.

I actually don't have any of the more modern poulans, hopefully I can find one real cheap soon to check one out (one with a chainbrake and Av and so on). I *think* the newest I have that sorta runs is a 295. I threw it back in a box because it got hot and half melted the clutch cover. Why that happened, I am not sure yet.

Check your local chainsaw shops. I have picked up MANY poulans for $5 scrap price from my locals. I also pay 25-30 for mag case huskys and others.

I have a 1950 poulan right now that came with a near new original chain. The guy at the stihl shop gave the old owner the standard response..."It's shot... buy a stihl". So he did. I took the saw apart, muffler first. It looked new. Then after pulling the top cover, I found a completely plugged air filter. It's been my limb saw for the season so far. Works like a new saw... because it is. Total investment.... $5.00

 

[nick 55]

Mark, I have been toying with the idea of getting one also to try out. I am not a Poulan Pro like you, by any means, but I have gasoline in my veins so friends always ask me for opinions. "What is a good homeowner saw?" is a top question I'm asked. If I got one, and liked it, I could sell it to the next guy that asked me for a recommendation.

Nick

 

[zogger]

Check your local chainsaw shops. I have picked up MANY poulans for $5 scrap price from my locals. I also pay 25-30 for mag case huskys and others.

I have a 1950 poulan right now that came with a near new original chain. The guy at the stihl shop gave the old owner the standard response..."It's shot... buy a stihl". So he did. I took the saw apart, muffler first. It looked new. Then after pulling the top cover, I found a completely plugged air filter. It's been my limb saw for the season so far. Works like a new saw... because it is. Total investment.... $5.00

Cool man, show some pics of that old one!

Ya, I get some saws like that sometimes. Supposed to get a small load next week, bummer pile saws from the local shop. IDK if there will be any more modern poulans in that pile or not, I just have a standing offer with them I'll take all the ones customers don't pick up if they give me a package deal price. They keep any of the top name brand ones though, but I can get the tier B and below ones, plus all the old ones, mag cased, etc. Right now working on my 2.0 craftsman/poulan tophandle and got a little homie ez automatic running today, but it needs thorough cleaning and new lines and such to be a good runner.

 

[Duke Thieroff]

Mind if I jump in for Quadruple ugly? Aaron needs to invest in some overalls to 'fit in' better. I have to say I'm not enthused about the current plastic strato consumer saws, including the saw that's the subject of this thread. If I was in the market for a new one, I'd rather buy the Poulan (actually the Sears version) for 1/2 the cost of a euro equivelant. I think I'll stick with the old mag cased Homelite, McCulloch, and Poulan "junk" instead...

Well, atleast you guys had your shirts on.



Chris

 

[Wagnerwerks]

Cool man, show some pics of that old one!

Ya, I get some saws like that sometimes. Supposed to get a small load next week, bummer pile saws from the local shop. IDK if there will be any more modern poulans in that pile or not, I just have a standing offer with them I'll take all the ones customers don't pick up if they give me a package deal price. They keep any of the top name brand ones though, but I can get the tier B and below ones, plus all the old ones, mag cased, etc. Right now working on my 2.0 craftsman/poulan tophandle and got a little homie ez automatic running today, but it needs thorough cleaning and new lines and such to be a good runner.

No no... lol oops. A model 1950. WAY not as cool as a 1950 model. Just like this one

Poulan 1950 Woodshark Chainsaw | eBay

 

[Eccentric]

Well, atleast you guys had your shirts on.



Chris

And no damn Newports either...

 

[Duke Thieroff]

And no damn Newports either...

Well, fine then.

No smoke and a nice clean shirt on.


All civilized and stuff.

You still owe me a phone call.


Chris