Retired Mulcher
New Member
Hi all, new to this forum. I have an Echo CCS-58V4 chainsaw. I really like the power head and find the saw very useful for quick pruning cutting. My issue with the unit is how easily the chain derails from the bar. It is a 16" bar with 56 link .043 gauge 3/8 chain, and when it comes off, the saw head has enough power to mess up several of the drive links as it comes to a stop. I end up having to file them down to fit the bar groove again.
I have never had a .043 saw chain before, and am wondering if that is the reason for the ease of jumping out of the groove. I've never had this issue with any saws I've run from tiny homelites to bigger husky units.
Would I be able to get another bar and chain that would fit the drive sprocket, but have better chain retention in the groove? Would love to have this saw be more user friendly. Any suggestions?
I have never had a .043 saw chain before, and am wondering if that is the reason for the ease of jumping out of the groove. I've never had this issue with any saws I've run from tiny homelites to bigger husky units.
Would I be able to get another bar and chain that would fit the drive sprocket, but have better chain retention in the groove? Would love to have this saw be more user friendly. Any suggestions?