I bought it in the late 80s to replace an 032. It has never really impressed me, it vibrates more than my 026 Pro or my 044, it just doesn't feel good, or smooth, when cutting. I replaced the handle with the plastic 036 part and updated the clutch/rim sprocket to the larger splines. I'm not sure if either of those things helped but if I use another saw and then pick up the 034 I instantly notice that it's less pleasant to run. I've tried 16", 18", and 20" bars with different chains, all 3/8", I suspect that .325 would be smoother but I use 3/8" comfortably on my 026.
Given it's power and weight it should be my #1 go to saw, but it's always last off the shelf. It's other un-endearing quality is that occasionally it will decide to dump the contents of it's oil tank on my shelf, not every time though.
So is it me, is my saw possessed, or is that just the way they are?
Given it's power and weight it should be my #1 go to saw, but it's always last off the shelf. It's other un-endearing quality is that occasionally it will decide to dump the contents of it's oil tank on my shelf, not every time though.
So is it me, is my saw possessed, or is that just the way they are?