Roller Chain Catcher

[Stihl310]

Is it totally necessary to run this with dual dogs? I see them generally offered as a set when sold, however I just picked up a used set of felling dogs minus the roller.

Just curious if the dynamics of using the double dogs suites itself better to the roller.

Thanks

 

[Jacob J.]

Some people like the chain catchers and they can prevent damage to the saw in the event of a
high-speed chain throw. Most professional cutters remove the chain catchers since they constantly
get plugged up with brush, twigs, saw chips, etc.

 

[Stihl310]

I have the stock aluminum one on there right now. Was just going to change to the roller if necessary.

 

[carym2a]

I'v made my own rollers out of 1/4 bolt and fuel line with fuel hose over it, Done.

Cary

 

[Slamm]

I'v made my own rollers out of 1/4 bolt and fuel line with fuel hose over it, Done.

Cary

Stihl dealer $3-5 and I'm done, LOL. They last for year+ with heavy use, fuel hose will not.

I use them, but install them on the saw side and not the cover side, easier to line up and see if its in the hole properly.

Sam