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[Butch(OH)]

For smoooooooooth cut mount the chain inside out - you'll need three bars - one for each side and a smaller in the middle for the groove. Then sharpen the tangs for best performance.

I forgot about upside down for smooth pruning cuts but no special bar needed for Stihl chain as it is hard enough to recut the groove in the bar when mounted upside down. Only Oregon requires a special bars,, we all know Oregon is softer,, well dont we?

 

[Lakeside53]

I always use oregon chain inside out. Stihl chain is reserved for real wood!opcorn:

 

[SouthernLA]

I have read all of the old threads, and have found this site to be the
most ki ck-a ss chainsaw site.

I have inherited a large tree company, and I have 1 question....

How can I tell of the chain is on the right direction?

I know this is a stupid question, but you guys are great!!!!!

I love you guys...................

We really need more info to answer your question. Which saw are you have chain troubles with? Have you considered using rope or cable instead of chain? When cable gets dull just turn the saw upside down.

 

[Fish]

Well you may be right!!!!