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  1. J

    Husqvarna 350 won't rev up

    I have a husqvarna 350 I bought used. It ran great when I first got it, but after cutting for one day, now it wont rev up and stalls out. I have completely replaced the carb, fuel lines and intake boot. When it starts( relatively easy) it will bog down when throttle is opened, and acts like the...
  2. samuelanali

    What Size Chainsaws Are IDEAL for Trimming Hedges??

    My neighbor requested me to trim his hedges and I don't know what size chainsaw (cc) is ideal for the job (Btw, I've never trimmed hedges before!) How long guide bar should I choose for the job? Also, If you've got any PRO TIPS for me, I'm all ears!
  3. Log

    Should I buy this 066?

    Here's pics of an 066 for sale on craigslist. It's 250 miles away but he only wants 400 bucks for it. I think that's a pretty decent deal but what do you all think? Thanks much
  4. J

    Im looking for info about old chain saw i got from barn find

    Hi new to this site. So Im looking for info (and how much they sell for running) on the mcculloch super 55. Or super 55a chainsaw i got in a trade for fixing a roof. i dont know much about chainsaws but was able to get it running missing a few plugs on gas tank so can only put so much in for...
  5. E

    Want to Buy Chainsaw Slab Milling for newbie

    Hi. New here. I’m a woodworker hobbies and plan to get a few trees cut down in my yard and want to slab out the logs to use/sell the slabs. And I want to be able to use it in the future as well. I’m looking to get a 28” chainsaw but don’t want to break the bank(under $1k). Someone has a used...
  6. B

    680 SOLO (running) whats it worth?

    Up for sale!! not sure what it's worth? Solo 680 runs great. Never let me down other being a bar$tard to star because it has so much compression lol. Open to offers or trades for somthing of interest. Located in nsw australia.
  7. newman32

    Super pro 81e

    Hey...so I recently was given a super pro 81e from my grandfather. It ran once upon a time and is in good shape but it has no spark, I just thought I’d pull it apart to take a looksy and found this. Wondering if this has something to do with it. That came off the second module where the spark...
  8. E

    At wits end with ms250

    So I'm a newbie. I've done a little bit of clearing for work, so I'm comfortable with saws. Planning on getting some vacant land soon and figured I'd need a saw to clear stuff on there/fire wood. I have this condition where instead of buying a new, working machine, I'll buy an cheap broken...
  9. T

    McCulloch 1-62

    Hello all, I have recently bought a 1-62 powersaw and I'm looking to convert it from 1/2" chain to either .404 or 3/8". Really whatever I can get my hands on. I have searched far and wide and came up empty handed so I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction. Thanks. (My reason for...
  10. JaredR

    Stihl 261s Scoring the Cylinder

    Hi all, I'm new to the forum and looking for some answers. We recently started building handcrafted log homes so I went to the local Stihl dealer and bought a 261 C-M for our notching and small saw work. After using it a few days (less than 10 hours on the saw) it wasn't starting and obviously...
  11. Cobus

    Ms 460

    Hey guys! First post here as a new member I know probably everything I’m going to ask on, has been talked about a million times... I have had this saw for around 6 years and has done everything I have needed it to do but little things get to me.. the saw liked to almost lean out when not putting...
  12. P

    Stihl 2 in 1 file

    Anybody know if a stihl 2 in 1 file is good for sharpening ripping chain??
  13. L

    Oil confusion!

    As a newb, I’m insanely confused with all of the “oil” options out there. I have a Husky 440. As for fuel, I’ve been using a store bought pre-mix (I’m ordering Husky brand pre-mix just to be safe). I recently bought Husky brand bar and chain oil. HOWEVER, the small print on the back scared...
  14. B

    2 Chainsaw Operation

    We’re a small 2 man Landscaping/Tree Service/Home Improvement company. We started out with our two personal chainsaws a Jonsered 2250 w/18” B&C, and Jonsered 2240 w/16” B&C. We are trying to upgrade and get pro grade saws now that we’re starting to get established. We have recently purchased a...
  15. Cmace5

    201 TC High Idle Issues Etc.

    I have a 201 TC M Tronic. Less than 2 years old. About 2 weeks ago it started having issues with not Starting out of the blue, even after being run 30 Seconds previously. It still sometimes takes up to 40 pulls to get it going again. Then no issues until it feels like it. Within this last week...
  16. Bushman Tahou

    Semi-skip tooth chain on a CS2245?

    Hey all, Recently picked up a new saw - Jonsered CS2245 (Picture in my avatar) for fairly lightweight work around the house and up at camp. After taking it out for the first real day of work, I found (not unexpectedly) that the iddy biddy engine just doesn't have the power to come even close...
  17. PietHeyn

    My chainsaw doesn't get any fuel (I think)

    Hello everyone, i'm here because my chainsaw has got some problems, to the point where I want to throw it in my pond It is about a Kibani 58cc 20 inch. It had been working fine for about half a year, and suddenly it just stopped. I was cutting some trees, and suddenly it started to spin like...
  18. M

    Want to Sell McCulloch 440 Pro Mac VC

    McCulloch 440 Pro Mac VC. Runs great. Occasionally the pull cord gets stuck.
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