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[Metals406]

Bummer that, I really like the way they handle. Oh well -- I think I may have an alternate option, namely, a "FrankenHandle".

Not saying we couldn't do it, but you'd have to lay down two bills to coax me into it. LOL

 

[madhatte]

Wonder if I could maybe coax you into a simpler project: piggyback tank spouts. Stupid EPA/CARB rules have rendered the old ones impossible to find. I'm pretty sure I could guarantee a government purchase of at least 20. It would only need to be a length of bent tube flared at one end that fits under the normal threaded ring and seals well enough to get gas out of the tank and into the saw rather than on the ground. Doesn't need to be mandrel-bent or anything fancy lie that; wouldn't be under any stress and flow is fine at whatever diameter. A vent would be nice, too, but I can live with "glug glug".

 

[Metals406]

Wonder if I could maybe coax you into a simpler project: piggyback tank spouts. Stupid EPA/CARB rules have rendered the old ones impossible to find. I'm pretty sure I could guarantee a government purchase of at least 20. It would only need to be a length of bent tube flared at one end that fits under the normal threaded ring and seals well enough to get gas out of the tank and into the saw rather than on the ground. Doesn't need to be mandrel-bent or anything fancy lie that; wouldn't be under any stress and flow is fine at whatever diameter. A vent would be nice, too, but I can live with "glug glug".

Sure, I'd consider doing it. You within reach of one to show me a picture of what you need? Maybe I'll do a Google search in the interim?

 

[Metals406]

Any updates from you dudes that have handles? Love them? Hate them? Cut down an entire forest with them? LOL

 

[Work Saw Collector]

The GTG is over and I'm winding down and uploading a few pics I'll put some pics Monday in this thread as well.

Edit: I do love them.

 

[Rudedog]

Any updates from you dudes that have handles? Love them? Hate them? Cut down an entire forest with them? LOL

Sorry, I have been so busy I haven't had time to install them. I'll do it tomorrow and take some pics with the wifey modeling them for me.

 

[Work Saw Collector]

Here is the 660 pic, somehow we missed getting a shot of the 460. The other one I got for the 660 is for a project saw not done yet. Nate I am loving them.

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[adkranger]

Any updates from you dudes that have handles? Love them? Hate them? Cut down an entire forest with them? LOL

It's the BEST looking piece of my basket case 064.

I am ordering the few remaining bits needed this week, so I can hopefully have a working saw to go with the handle soon....... so I'm litterally building a saw around your handle bar.

I am very impressed with the workmanship so far, this thing will kick azz no doubt. Love the truck bed liner finish, may do some of my other beat up handles that way. Seems like the perfect balance of friction and being able to pivot in the hand. I'll be sure to post back once I get my saw together.

 

[Metals406]

That's awesome guys, glad you like them!!

Steve, sweet action shot in that big log brother!

 

[Metals406]

Wonder if I could maybe coax you into a simpler project: piggyback tank spouts. Stupid EPA/CARB rules have rendered the old ones impossible to find. I'm pretty sure I could guarantee a government purchase of at least 20. It would only need to be a length of bent tube flared at one end that fits under the normal threaded ring and seals well enough to get gas out of the tank and into the saw rather than on the ground. Doesn't need to be mandrel-bent or anything fancy lie that; wouldn't be under any stress and flow is fine at whatever diameter. A vent would be nice, too, but I can live with "glug glug".

Okay, I refreshed myself on the "piggyback". It makes me wonder what our liability is making aluminum aftermarket nozzles for gas tanks??

I see the ones Bailey's has is "CARB approved". Why do those ones suck so much? :dunno: I don't own a single tank that isn't old school.

 

[Jacob J.]

Okay, I refreshed myself on the "piggyback". It makes me wonder what our liability is making aluminum aftermarket nozzles for gas tanks??

I see the ones Bailey's has is "CARB approved". Why do those ones suck so much? :dunno: I don't own a single tank that isn't old school.

Making anything to do with carrying gas or volatile fuels anymore can be a real hassle. In order to sell retail, your product would have to be approved by EPA.

 

[Metals406]

Making anything to do with carrying gas or volatile fuels anymore can be a real hassle. In order to sell retail, your product would have to be approved by EPA.

That was my thinking on it. . . It really blows that one has to be so legal-liability minded anymore. 30 years ago it wouldn't have mattered. :msp_mad:

So what's the deal on these new nozzles? Do they poor like crap?

 

[forestryworks]

I despise the new EPA cans and wish I had bought at least 3 of the old school piggyback cans - only have one.

The new ones bloat and swell like a dead pig in the hot sun.

 

[ChrisF]

I despsie the new EPA cans and wish I had bought at least 3 of the old school piggyback cans - only have one.

The new ones bloat and swell like a dead pig in the hot sun.

Only the government would be able to ruin something so simple as a gasoline jug with their regulations.

It baffles me in many ways.

 

[Saw Dr.]

038's may be next? Being as we have the other two Stihls down. Unfortunately, we're gonna avoid 3/4 wraps like the plague.

They would be a bear to fab! Stihl uses plastic on the bottom of the curl for a reason, it'd be super crappy to bend.

I think we're gonna focus only on FR'ps for saws, and keep going with the design you see.

Just thinking out loud here. Have you given any thought to using the factory lower corner from the 3/4 wrap, and making a bar to fit? I'd sure like a 3/4 wrap for an 038, but none exist.

 

[forestryworks]

Only the government would be able to ruin something so simple as a gasoline jug with their regulations.

It baffles me in many ways.

It's just dumb####tery is all it is. The EPA needs lots of oversight.

The Repubs want to slash the EPA's funding - knock your socks off fellas!

 

[Mr. Bow Saw]

It's just dumb####tery is all it is. The EPA needs lots of oversight.

The Repubs want to slash the EPA's funding - knock your socks off fellas!

:agree2:

 

[Mr. Bow Saw]

Any updates from you dudes that have handles? Love them? Hate them? Cut down an entire forest with them? LOL

The Handle is working out great.:biggrin:

I like the way the saw sits up off the ground when I go
to fill the tanks. Its easy to pour when the fuel can is full,
no spilling.

 

[Work Saw Collector]

Cool post repped.

I put one on a MS660 and the second one is for a 066 flat top like yours. Your pics make me want to go out and start on that saw, I think it needs everything but the handle. I had half a mind to sent it to Brad but decided I'll get around to it one of thses days.

 

[Work Saw Collector]

Nate I would like to add the slite forward bend on the starter side works out great on my saws with the big D starter handle.

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