Nik's Poulan Thread

[Ambull01]

My local library has one book on chainsaw repair and a couple on homeowner how-to-use.

I find the one they have for repair is excellent. It is by Intertec and is the 10th edition. They have several older editions that cover many vintage saws. I don't know if it is the best place to start. But, short of an original service manual for a saw and/or being used as a supplement to other sources, it seems to help. It has helped me sort out some of my questions.

Edit: I forgot to add they cover many different manufacturers and series in each edition.

That looks exactly like the Clymer book.

 

[Hoggwood]

That looks exactly like the Clymer book.

Correct you are. Seems up North here they are published by Intertec. And with metric pricing are twice as much as the Clymer. Go figure. If you find a smoking deal pass along the info.

The only deal on Canadian (made) stuff I find is when I go across the line to pick it up

 

[Ambull01]

Correct you are. Seems up North here they are published by Intertec. And with metric pricing are twice as much as the Clymer. Go figure. If you find a smoking deal pass along the info.

The only deal on Canadian (made) stuff I find is when I go across the line to pick it up

So that book is a bit advanced? I'll try and request it from the library or buy it online. There's also a free small engine repair manual from the Army website I could download. Not sure how good it is. If I download it, could I send it to you for your opinion? Thanks

 

[Ambull01]

Unfortunately there isn't a book specific to Poulans that I'm aware of. If there was, you can bet all of us would have one. I have a Poulan brochure that kinda goes into some detail of their history. Its in .pdf format. Don't think I can post it here, will try. Other wise, PM me your email address, and I'll send it your way.

Gregg,

Nice, first page with words mentions the 3400. Sounds like it was the every man's saw with some pro features.

 

[blk05crew]

You guys use 87 octane or premium in yer saws?

 

[OhioGregg]

You guys use 87 octane or premium in yer saws?

I generally use 87 oct. mixed at 40:1 with synthetic oil in all my saws. I have tried 92 octane stuff in the past, but honestly couldn't tell a difference. They seem to run the same and the wood gets cut just as good.

I use to use regular dino oil at 32:1 but switched to synthetic oil. I think it probably protects a little better and smokes less. Just my personal opinions whether right or wrong. LOL Others may differ.

Gregg,

 

[OhioGregg]

I generally use 87 oct. mixed at 40:1 with synthetic oil in all my saws. I have tried 92 octane stuff in the past, but honestly couldn't tell a difference. They seem to run the same and the wood gets cut just as good.

I use to use regular dino oil at 32:1 but switched to synthetic oil. I think it probably protects a little better and smokes less. Just my personal opinions whether right or wrong. LOL Others may differ.

Gregg,

I should say either 87 0r 89 octane, whatever regular gas at Marathon is..LOL After I typed that, I wasn't real sure what it was....Mind is slipping I guess.

 

[blk05crew]

Thanks Gregg!

 

[s sidewall]

50:1 syn and mid-grade, no cheap oil, we use Stihl, Husky or Echo in everything.

Sent from my Prism II from T-Mobile's slow edge network :-(

 

[rocketnorton]

chevron 94, no eth...

 

[jerrycmorrow]

Ambull, once you get a saw go to the "beg for manuals" thread and ask for an IPL and service manual

 

[Ambull01]

Ambull, once you get a saw go to the "beg for manuals" thread and ask for an IPL and service manual

I keep hearing about these service manuals. They must have some good info in them, hopefully I'll be able to use it.

 

[Ambull01]

Got a question for all you big Poulan owners. I assume since these saws are a few decades old, they don't have newer fuel scavenging tech in them. The only chainsaw I have experience with other than my Makita 6421 is a little 33cc Homelite. The 6421 seems to go through fuel pretty quick, maybe 30 minutes or a little longer. I realize a 64cc saw will suck more gas than a 33cc one but damn it seems to dry up fast.

How long does a tank of fuel last for you guys doing smallish diameter bucking? I wish they made auxiliary fuel tanks for saws. Would be cool to attach a second fuel tank when all you're doing is bucking. Weight increase wouldn't be too much of a factor as it will be resting in/on a log. Anyway, just curious if I have the H setting too high.

 

[Acornhill]

Saw needs bar oil and fuel most of the time at the same time as well as chain sharpening and cleaning

 

[Acornhill]

Did I mention I need a break as well

 

[jerrycmorrow]

needing a pair of rings for my 4000. been looking at all the usual parts places-no joy. looked at the Greek's web site - no joy. even sent Otto's an email but don't expect to be pleased with the cost. anyone got any leads? thanks, jerry

 

[Acornhill]

Sorry, I need to keep my last set

 

[Acornhill]

I was wondering why there was I frenzy for the sets I had for sale

 

[jerrycmorrow]

not a problem. I do understand. can you measure them for me? radial thickness, ring groove height.

 

[Acornhill]

Yes I will later today, I may have a homelite ring that could be cut down to fit