BryanEx
ArboristSite Lurker
My cutting needs are a little different than most here given I run a maple syrup operation. Most cutting is about releasing the canopy and/or maintaining sap lines. I'm often using a saw to clear underbrush or to reduce branch piles to a workable size for removal. During this process I often throw the chain off the bar and have been trying to figure out what exactly happens in the process. Near as I can figure is that the chain gets a pinch and twist right near the tip of the bar and as it rounds the nose jumps the track. I never throw chains cutting real wood but sticks and brambles can frustrate me to no end repeatedly putting the chain back on. Once I have an opening I turn to my clearing saw (basically a trimmer with a circular saw blade on it) but I still need an opening in the bush to get started. Is there anything that can be done to reduce derailed chain while cutting up sticks-n-brambles?
I use a Poulan P3818AV with Oregon bar and safety chain for my more abusive cutting like brush, rocks, dirt, and old wire fence.
I use a Poulan P3818AV with Oregon bar and safety chain for my more abusive cutting like brush, rocks, dirt, and old wire fence.