Posted by Ben on April 19, 04 at 08:11:06:
In Reply to: OT: Chainsaw purchase posted by Arkansawyer on April 19, 04 at 07:33:04:
Bought my HomeLite used in the 80's and have been using it every season since. Came with a case and that was a rare find back then.
It's a 16 inch with end sprocket/bearing. Modified the whole thing.
NEVER touch wood that has been on the ground, else will be resharpening the blade often. Dirt.
Used hand file for years till saw kit for Dremel and now sharpen with power Dremel when 110VAC available.
Grease every thing before puttting away so next time, just start it and go.
Buy chain oil by gallon jug.
Sawzall great for cutting roots and stuff where dirt would dull chain saw in seconds.
Tore my right shoulder up last season and why couldn't do the Sub's fuel pump. Wouldn't start so did a bit harder and longer pull... Had the can of ether right next to me and that last pull just to see can do it...
Assume you know HOW2 handle a chain saw. Like never have the bar in line with your face, nor face too close, etc. Hearing protection and face protection. If in question, don't...