dswensen
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OK, MS290 take down.
Can't get the rear bar stud out. Tried heat and the double nut method, and only suceeded in stripping both the nuts and stud threads. The threads on the stud just aren't long enough for two nuts. Put the stud in a vise, and tried to turn the saw - no joy. Now I need a stud remover tool that doesn't cost a fortune (Stihl tool is not an option).
I want one of the "socket" types that has the tightening cams in it. I read (using search) that some of you have a type that destoys the threads (no thanks), but others have found one that just leaves dimples in the threads (this is the one I want) - a thread chaser and you are good to go again.
Anyone have a favorite?
Thanks
Dan
Can't get the rear bar stud out. Tried heat and the double nut method, and only suceeded in stripping both the nuts and stud threads. The threads on the stud just aren't long enough for two nuts. Put the stud in a vise, and tried to turn the saw - no joy. Now I need a stud remover tool that doesn't cost a fortune (Stihl tool is not an option).
I want one of the "socket" types that has the tightening cams in it. I read (using search) that some of you have a type that destoys the threads (no thanks), but others have found one that just leaves dimples in the threads (this is the one I want) - a thread chaser and you are good to go again.
Anyone have a favorite?
Thanks
Dan