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    Why do square grinders cost so much

    Go to Race Saws and you will find threads where people have modified Stihl or Oregon bench mount hand grinders to file square chain. I plan to do it but haven't put the time or effort into it yet.:cheers:
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    Stihl chain grind angles, 60/30/15 (?)

    It may put a sharper angle on part of the top plate, but I'm guessing that the reason that Stihl advocates 0* is that the blunter angle will actually last longer. I also have a sharpening business for knives and chisels for local businesses and there is a big difference between the life of a...
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    Why do square grinders cost so much

    When I was at Madsen's a couple of weeks ago I asked them the same question. They said it is easier to fit a square peg into a round hole than it is to fit a round peg into a square hole. I had never looked at it like that before. Now it makes sense to me, and I'm surprised they don't cost more...
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    Stihl chain grind angles, 60/30/15 (?)

    Stihl grinds their cutters before the chain is assembled and it is impossible to duplicate their grind angles without running into the tie strap. That is the reason why a lot of people have trouble duplicating the original cutting performance of the chain. I think Stihl has the best stock chains...
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    Stihl vs Husqy

    Congratulations!:yourock: You were the first to come back with the correct response. I'm ashamed to say I even looked at this post.:deadhorse: This brand warfare is nonsense at its worst. We have got to have better things to talk about. I'm waiting for some one to come up with the old, "my dad...
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    Brand new Homelite Super E-Z YES or NO

    PLEASE,PLEASE,PLEASE send it to me to verify that it is as good as you say. I promise to send a saw back to you. I would love a saw like that. Great score but it sounds like since you don't have an attachment to it it might be best to sell it and get what you want. I think an ad in the trading...
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    Paging Stihlheads.....

    I think I resemble that comment!:buttkick:
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    How 'bout a Slice of Humble Pie...

    I've about eaten 1/2 that pie already. I turn 63 tomorrow and really don't feel that old other than the old eyes. I need reading glasses and they are a PITA. :dizzy:My father-in-law who was an MD always said " boy! it's hell getting old". He is right but we all need to do what we can to maintain...
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    Husky xp or Stihl Ultra

    You must have a good wife to give you the 660 for your birthday! :yourock:
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    Husky xp or Stihl Ultra

    What is your favorite mix? I like Henry Weinhard's rootbeer, a dash of ultra and a cherry floating on top! Seems to keep me regular!:):clap: Haven't come up with a recipe for the Motul oil yet.
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    Husky xp or Stihl Ultra

    If the smell is important to you you should try an oil with castor in it. I used this back in the 60's in my 2 stroke bikes and there isn't anything else like it. Maxima 927, various Klotz and others perform well and nothing prevents seizures like castor oil. It can be a mess though if you use...
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    File-0-Plate Info

    I either do it that way or use my Starret micrometer to check the depth and then grind one tooth to the proper height and then match them all to that one. I use a Silvey grinder but I still think I can get a sharper chain by hand filing. No grinder will give me the smooth surface that a file...
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    Husky xp or Stihl Ultra

    Here's my two cents. I use Stihl Ultra mixed at 40:1 except in the summer I add the same amount of Coopertone to the mix so when I'm cutting I'm basted all over and never get a sunburn. You can imagine the fog that I'm cutting in.:clap:
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    File-0-Plate Info

    They don't make them for all chain types, in particular the RSC3 style with double humps. You can modify the File-o-plate to fit with a Dremel tool and a reinforced cutter. When you file the rakers you need to flip it over. There are two slots for the rakers depending on whether you are cutting...
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    Changing to Husky's has improved my life!

    Oh Boy! That clever come back has put me in my place. I still think they are a waste of time and effort. Stihl should cut back on some of these costs and get back to building quality into their products, starting with their cylinders!:clap::bowdown: I understand that consistent misspelling and...
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    If AOD bought a Stihl.................

    I to would rather have a Stihl any day of the week but prefer to have one only on Sunday's. I could preach to the choir on Sunday's about how Stihl's really aren't manufactured but come down from heaven for us to take care of and polish to sit on our tailgate. The rest of the week are work days...
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    What is the harm of running to rich of an oil mixture?

    I don't think there is any harm in running whatever you are happy with. If you believe in government and the EPA go ahead and run 200:1 if it makes you happy. I have always had a hard time understanding why more people don't mix suntan lotion with their oil for summertime use. I have found that...
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    Changing to Husky's has improved my life!

    One of the reasons I sold my Stihl's was because of the flippy caps. I know that sounds crazy to some of you. I think they are another example of an answer to a question that wasn't asked. I just sold my 036 PRO and it had the old style caps. Hated to see it go. I didn't need to use a scrench to...
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    Think I need a second saw!

    I have a small firewood business that I set up when I retired. I think I average about 440 cords per year. I run my 372 probably 90% of the time and I absolutely love it. It's the best all around saw I have ever had. May not be the lightest, most powerful or whatever, but it is the best saw I...
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    Another not so good stihl jug

    Look at what has happened to GM. They were dominant and then began to cut quality and service and where are they now?:cheers: They should be a lesson for all companies that want to be and remain successful.
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