lesorubcheek
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Really nice looking saw! Can only imagine how much you've enjoyed fixing her up and now running her.
Dan
Dan
Homelite 7-29 rehab
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Nitroman
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Can you please measure the belt for the following?
1. Width
2. Length; wrap a string around then measure length of string.
3. Pitch; measure center-to-center distance of two "teeth" or cogs on the belt.
Thanks.
You are so lucky. Million to one on the carb and 10 million to one on both carb and belt
1. Width
2. Length; wrap a string around then measure length of string.
3. Pitch; measure center-to-center distance of two "teeth" or cogs on the belt.
Thanks.
You are so lucky. Million to one on the carb and 10 million to one on both carb and belt
Roger,
OK. I can do that.
Chris B.
OK. I can do that.
Chris B.
Lee,
Get your saw done and we can have a contest for the slowest 7-29. I bet I win (or lose?)
Dan,
It was alot of fun. I got good and tearing it down and reassembling. When I replaced the case half yesterday, I think it took me just over 2 hours from start to finish. Once you figure out how these saws go together, it's pretty easy.
What I'd really like to find now is a original bow assembly. Probably never happen, but one can dream.
Chris B.
Get your saw done and we can have a contest for the slowest 7-29. I bet I win (or lose?)
Dan,
It was alot of fun. I got good and tearing it down and reassembling. When I replaced the case half yesterday, I think it took me just over 2 hours from start to finish. Once you figure out how these saws go together, it's pretty easy.
What I'd really like to find now is a original bow assembly. Probably never happen, but one can dream.
Chris B.
Well done on a great looking and running saw. Nice pics of the big old girl in action as well. She looks to be in great original shape - a few scars here and there from no doubt doing battle with some big timber many years ago.
You have a really nice saw there Chris - one which I would definitely be proud to have in my collection!
Regards,
Chris.
You have a really nice saw there Chris - one which I would definitely be proud to have in my collection!
Regards,
Chris.
Strange how the exterior is in such good shape for a 1956 saw, but the engines bearings were shot. I also replaced the clutch drum ball bearings since those were ruff and grabby.
True enough, I can find no evidence the saw was ever repainted. Clearly the cylinder shroud is the wrong shade of green but nevermind that.
Chris B.
True enough, I can find no evidence the saw was ever repainted. Clearly the cylinder shroud is the wrong shade of green but nevermind that.
Chris B.
Nitroman
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Okay, belay that, my 5-30 just came. I can pull the side off and make the measurements....when my wife isn't here. She isn't CAD afflicted.
I know Nitroman doesn't need the measurements, but I had a moment so I'll post them for those interested.
For the 26LCS, belt# 71270: pitch 35/64", width 23/32", length 22 15/16"
For the 5-30, 5-30N, 7-29, 8-29, belt# 73216: pitch 35/64", width 1 1/16", length 22 15/16"
As you can see, the only difference is the width. The 20MCS, I'm not so sure but I imagine it'll be the same as the 26. The part numbers I got from 3 IPLs.
Chris B.
For the 26LCS, belt# 71270: pitch 35/64", width 23/32", length 22 15/16"
For the 5-30, 5-30N, 7-29, 8-29, belt# 73216: pitch 35/64", width 1 1/16", length 22 15/16"
As you can see, the only difference is the width. The 20MCS, I'm not so sure but I imagine it'll be the same as the 26. The part numbers I got from 3 IPLs.
Chris B.
Nitroman
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Thank you for going out of your way for those measurements.
From McMaster-Carr I see the pitch as 1/2" and several belts available. From their instructions, measuring with a string, then deduct 10% for stretch, so a 21" belt would fit. As an alternative, the same belting can be ordered as a length, and the ends joined to make a belt if the length were critical. I assume you'd have to take the belting to a place that has the equipment to join the belts, any rubber hose supply house could do it.
http://www.mcmaster.com/#drive-belts/=737882
So if a particular belt cannot be found, at least there are alternatives.
AND...if you are going to make a trips to buy up the resst of the belts, put me down for one please.
From McMaster-Carr I see the pitch as 1/2" and several belts available. From their instructions, measuring with a string, then deduct 10% for stretch, so a 21" belt would fit. As an alternative, the same belting can be ordered as a length, and the ends joined to make a belt if the length were critical. I assume you'd have to take the belting to a place that has the equipment to join the belts, any rubber hose supply house could do it.
http://www.mcmaster.com/#drive-belts/=737882
So if a particular belt cannot be found, at least there are alternatives.
AND...if you are going to make a trips to buy up the resst of the belts, put me down for one please.
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Chris- I can use one of new belts for my 5-30 (73216?)
OK,
There are 3 belts up for grabs and they are all spoken for. Lee, JJ, and Nitroman have first dibs. Take note of what I said the belts cost. This is the dealer's price, I'm not making a cent off this.
Chris B.
There are 3 belts up for grabs and they are all spoken for. Lee, JJ, and Nitroman have first dibs. Take note of what I said the belts cost. This is the dealer's price, I'm not making a cent off this.
Chris B.
Agreed, Count me in.
Lee
Lee
Me too. I can send $ anytime...
Nitroman
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I will drive to the post office and drop a check into the mail this evening. I will include $$ for postage and time.
OK Roger, that's great. I plan to go after the belts this Friday.
JJ and Lee, check your PMs.
Chris B.
JJ and Lee, check your PMs.
Chris B.
OK. Here's some video I took this afternoon. Take note, the oscillation in the RPM towards the end of the cut and after I'm done cutting is the governor doing its job. I have the carby leaned out just enough to eliminate smoking, as per the owner's manual.
The compression on this saw is now pushing 180psi. Starts in the 3 pulls with the choke, takes just a bit of warming up.
Chris B.
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The compression on this saw is now pushing 180psi. Starts in the 3 pulls with the choke, takes just a bit of warming up.
Chris B.
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WOW, That thing is awsome.
I can just hear the torque. That
saw is made to be leaned on.
You did a fantastic job and thanks
for sharing all the info and pic's.
Lee
I can just hear the torque. That
saw is made to be leaned on.
You did a fantastic job and thanks
for sharing all the info and pic's.
Lee
RandyMac
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I got spaced out watching the chain. It sounds like it should, cuts great, and you are a big enough guy to run one properly.
That thing is a beast!!!! A++++ Job and what an awesome saw 
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