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  1. LoveStihlQuality

    Oregon Chain on Amazon

    I stocked up on a crap load of LGX some years ago from Left Coast Supply. 72 dl $10 and 84 dl $12. Also a few 36 .063. All shipped free. Kinda like stock up 9mm ammo 50 rd box for $8.00. I cleared one whole shelf. I've been told I suck. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  2. LoveStihlQuality

    Tell me about your most catastrophic saw failure.

    I used to say never loan out your saw or your wife. Had one reply that at least his wife would tell him everything he's doing wrong but the saw can't speak for it self. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  3. LoveStihlQuality

    Are chains cheap? And why?

    I have far more chains that I will ever use. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  4. LoveStihlQuality

    Best chainsaw grinder

    I use the Maxx grinder as well. Smooth. I really like the auto chain clamp. I usually do all my chain on one side then flip to do other side. I "bought " a new USG from retired dealer. Good deal but post office lost or stolen out of NJ. He refunded me but built raped by USPS. Sent from my...
  5. LoveStihlQuality

    Tool Pouch

    I just use an old fire dept SCBA mask bag. It has a loop at top so hang on branch near by. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  6. LoveStihlQuality

    028 av super vs 028 wb

    I've sourced different places. Used on fleebay, Little Red Barn on line. Discount Parts. Chainsaw Conservation Components on the bay. Some parts are NLA. Mufflers, brake bands and misc. I had a Super w broken brake band, saw one on bay 12 bucks. Snapped on that. Just saw brake for WB $49 plus...
  7. LoveStihlQuality

    Saw(s) and gear storage ideas?

    I keep saws in cases in a locked steel cabinet but at my Dad's rural area metal barn full of treasures. Saws there we hide behind or under stuff. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  8. LoveStihlQuality

    028 av super vs 028 wb

    I have cleaned and flipped 7 or 8 028s mostly Supers. 028 Super was my first new saw. Still runs cuts and looks great. I also got an 028 salvaged from a fire. Still runs strong. Paint on bar blistered but still straight and sprocket smooth. Keep this bungeed to tractor to clear deadfall on...
  9. LoveStihlQuality

    Chain Storage

    I do Ziploc as well but use painters tape and marker. Note chain specs 33 / 72 and 33 / 84 Chisel or semi and note of amount of wear. Chains near end I use up on crappie stumps etc. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  10. LoveStihlQuality

    CBN wheel

    I could have done without the 1/8. I sharpen 15 3/8 and .404 to 1 .325 Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  11. LoveStihlQuality

    CBN wheel

    Mine from Diamond Wheel. Have 1/8 and 3/16. I c Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  12. LoveStihlQuality

    Help. Sthil 025

    Brother in law's MS 310 wasn't oiling. The small screw was missing, leaking next to muffler. Good parts guy called it a grub screw. Problem solved, Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  13. LoveStihlQuality

    MS251C tank or low usage parts saw

    Looks like the current version is MS 251C-BE. C is the toolless chain adjuster and BE is for the wind up easy starter. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  14. LoveStihlQuality

    Stihl 044 and Stihl 046

    Ported 046, have a 24" Total / Tsumara Light bar now. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  15. LoveStihlQuality

    ms 170

    My dealer let me buy power head only for $100 on sale. Recommend changing bar and chain to. 050 gauge vs the puny .043. 14" , 50 dl is same as top handle 020T. I found cheap cases that fit these 2 saws perfectly. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  16. LoveStihlQuality

    Ms362 confusion

    The MS 362 cm had Version 1 with flat clutch cover (mine) and Version 2 with the scalloped clutch cover and is bit lighter. I run a Total / Tsumara Light bar. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  17. LoveStihlQuality

    ms 170

    Maybe clean the carb as well as other suggestions. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  18. LoveStihlQuality

    ms 170

    The standard carb isn't adjustable. Idle speed is only adjustment. Guy on YouTube makes some mods.. Put on a Chinese adjustable carb but pita fitting throttle rod. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  19. LoveStihlQuality

    Chainsaws on TV

    This same thread 10 years or so. Paul Newman, Henry Fonda and cast ...Sometimes A Notion. 1971 movie about logging in PNW. Paul Newman wields a big MAC cuts lumber brain's desk in half. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
  20. LoveStihlQuality

    Parts Washer Solution Recipe ?

    Simple Green dulls some metals e.g. carbs. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk
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