The little XL that could.

[GeorgiaVol]

Anyone else still use a Little Red chainsaw around the house. I always seem to grab it 1st whenever I have some small brush to cut. The thing just runs. Always starts predictably, and does what it is asked.
Light and dependable.

 

[Pepster]

I have 2 (UT 10734r & UT 10740).
I like em for just quick small jobs around the house.
I think they punch a little bit above their pay grade, but don't care for their pressurized oiling systems.

 

[Maintenance supervisor]

My first saw was a super xl2 with 2 triggers. Great little saw.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I have two XL saws, just alike, one even has good compression! Both saws run though. I keep them fueled up to do the little trimming jobs around the house...I also have a Super XLAO that's kinda heavy so it doesn't get used much...

 

[a. palmer jr.]

My first saw was a super xl2 with 2 triggers. Great little saw.

You probably mean a Super 2. That's the only saw I've ever purchased new, $149, ever since then it's been all used stuff...

 

[Maintenance supervisor]

https://greenville.craigslist.org/grd/d/pelzer-homelite-xl-chainsaw/7324607051.html10 seconds on CL

 

[Pepster]

18" bar?

 

[pastryguyhawaii]

I was given this saw & just got it running. Have yet to cut with it but it will get used from time to time.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

Despite what I hear, those little Homelites aren't that hard to work on. I've taken dozens of them apart and repaired them. I like them because they don't weigh much and it's easier for us senior citizens to use...

 

[GeorgiaVol]

Despite what I hear, those little Homelites aren't that hard to work on. I've taken dozens of them apart and repaired them. I like them because they don't weigh much and it's easier for us senior citizens to use...

I find them pretty simple to work on.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I find them pretty simple to work on.

A lot of people around here don't like to work on them because you have to remove the case to do most work. It really doesn't take that much time though..

 

[Pepster]

A lot of people around here don't like to work on them because you have to remove the case to do most work. It really doesn't take that much time though..

That does get to be a pain.
I run Canola oil in mine as it seems to flow better with the pressurized oil system (30w motor oil flows ok also).

 

[a. palmer jr.]

That does get to be a pain.
I run Canola oil in mine as it seems to flow better with the pressurized oil system (30w motor oil flows ok also).

I guess mine's not too much of a pain because I don't use it that much, I have several little saws and kinda switch them around..

 

[a. palmer jr.]

Not to hijack anyone's thread but I'm working on a Super Xl and have been for awhile. I may title mine The Super XL that couldn't!!

 

[Pepster]

Cut a little today with mine.
Pretty sweet saws when they are

 

[Pepster]

Not to hijack anyone's thread but I'm working on a Super Xl and have been for awhile. I may title mine The Super XL that couldn't!!

I'm pretty well versed in the XL.
Feel free to explain your issues.

 

[pastryguyhawaii]

Despite what I hear, those little Homelites aren't that hard to work on. I've taken dozens of them apart and repaired them. I like them because they don't weigh much and it's easier for us senior citizens to use...

I agree. After you do it once it's not too bad.
Do you happen to have a source for crank seals for these saws? It runs good but just doesn't want to hold a tune.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I usually don't replace seals or much of anything on the little xl saws, I usually just stick in another engine. I'll admit I'm starting to run a little low on parts saws but one or two will eventually turn up..

 

[a. palmer jr.]

As far as my Super XL, just haven't been able to get it to run, replaced carb kit, fuel line, checked ignition, compression a bit low @ 115...I have another one that runs great so I'm not in a hurry to fix this one...

 

[Pepster]

As far as my Super XL, just haven't been able to get it to run, replaced carb kit, fuel line, checked ignition, compression a bit low @ 115...I have another one that runs great so I'm not in a hurry to fix this one...

115 is STELLAR for these saws.
Screw both carb adjustment in till fully seated.
Pay attention to location of screw diver, back out both screws about 1.25 turns.

If it runs, give it gas & screw in your "H" screw until it idles enough (warmed up).
VERY FINICKY saws!
I have a love/hate relationship with mine!