HELP - Makita DCS520 Pulled Chain Tensioner Out of Case

[Deer Camp]

I had a bad day in the woods today. Pinched two different saws, had to remove bars from saws and it now appears I may have damaged my Makita. While reefing on the saw to free the bar pinched in the back cut, I pulled the chain tensioner from the magnesium case.

I am not sure if it can be repaired and am hoping some of you might have some ideas how to repair, just short of getting a new case. Yes, I said new case. I have had this saw since new, over ten years ago and it is like a great, reliable hunting dog to me. I just cannot stand to put her down. In addition, the saw is in great condition and runs as good as the day I brought it home.

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[nstueve]

I'm failing to see the problem... the chain tentioner sits in the valley behind the bar plate: like you had it in pic 3... Just put the bar plate, bar and chain, and clutch cover back on and cinch it back up. the chain tentioner doesn't go down holes from end to end if that's what you're thinking.

PS: replace your chain catch, it's been cut off the bottom of your case.

 

[Dan_IN_MN]

I'm failing to see the problem... the chain tentioner sits in the valley behind the bar plate: like you had it in pic 3... Just put the bar plate, bar and chain, and clutch cover back on and cinch it back up. the chain tentioner doesn't go down holes from end to end if that's what you're thinking.

PS: replace your chain catch, it's been cut off the bottom of your case.

I agree! Look at 03-05.

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[Deer Camp]

Guys, I could not be more grateful for your help. Here I was fearing the worst, like I lost my best friend, and you're telling me the valley the tensioner screw sits in is normal. It turns out I just didn't know any better.

I love this model saw so much I have been searching the net for a while looking for a great condition DCS 520, 520i or 540 to get my hands on. I had a chance at a 540 a few weeks ago but another member got it. It went over $200 and I could not justify spending that much on a saw that would be run occasionally (for once I resisted the CAD urge.)

Unfortunately there are no dealers by me so I do most of my own work, but am by no means a mechanic. I do enjoy learning. When I need parts I just contact Makita directly and order from them.

I will be placing an order soon and will pick up a chain catch and chain guide plate as they are both chewed up.

Thanks Again for Your Help