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Kensie1988
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So I started going through my XL-700 last night, compression is 90 so I will probably need new rings? Fuel tank leaks because the old epoxy has started breaking down. No spark, I don't know if I want to try and clean the points or just install an ignition module. And I'm not even done yet, still need to go through and test all of the crank seals and internals for pressure and vacuum leaks. If/When I replace the rings/piston I will just go ahead and put all new o-rings and gaskets in.
Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
Well I might try that first, if it doesn't work then I found this place out of Pennsylvania that manufactures an industrial two part epoxy for different types of metal. I talked with one of their technicians and he said as long as the mating surfaces were prepped good it should bond two pieces of die cast magnesium. So if all else fails I will crack it open, clean it and put it back together with that epoxy.
Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
What is the sealer called and how is it applied?
RandyMac
Stiff Member
I spent some time around 'dozers.
Ill bring home the can. But basically remove lines, make sure its clean and dry then pour some of the sealer in and roll the saw around untill it coats everything then tip it so all the extra runs back into your can
Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
Man thats a nice looking 330!
A new intake boot might help as well. They are a weak point.
Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
So I got around to making a two part video of removing rust from my old homelite C-5 Bar using Electrolysis, it turned out great! Let me know what yall think!
Part1
Part 2
Part1
Part 2
brandonstc6
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Is that middle blue homelite an XL-101? I have one
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I knew they were, i hope it doesnt I've heard the 330 are a PITA to change. I did the one on my 360 it was simple.
brandonstc6
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On the 330 the top half and bottom half of the saw come completely off. It seemed kinda difficult for me to work on it. Hopefully the boot won't be too bad to change. I have one in pieces in a box. It was just a parts saw anyway.
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Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
It is actually a XL-700
I just got through putting a boot,all lines and carb kit in a 33o a guy gave me 8 years ago before I got cad. Hard part was getting fuel tank out of housing-saw dust makes it tight. When all parts are clean it goes in and out of housing easy. I wrote down line routing and length then cut a full set of hoses for a saw been disassembled and boxed up because of boot rot.I sprayed oil pump diaphragm with silicone spray to soften up. Also when you order carb kit 1 guy includes big $10 gasket with kit--Buy that one--Small rubber gasket at oil pump can be ordered online. I had put this off way to long but now that I have done one--Not bad at all. Happy to answer any questions about line routing or length etc. David
astnmacgto
Carnac The Magnificent
Looks good @Kensie1988! also I have a gift for you if you want it, a merry Christmas kinda thing
Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
Who me? Did you watch the vid, because I gave you credit for the bar finishing.
Kensie1988
Vintage Saw Maniac
Ok, sorry I had to ask lol, but yes, what do you have?
