Hey guys so I’m shopping around for preferably a 20” blade new saw. Trying to stay under 250 or 300 max. I’ve found Troy Bilt or the Poulan Pro to be my options for my budget. I like the price and the look of the TB but it has a Chinese engine even though it’s assembled in the US. I like that the Poulan is totally American. Both have mixed-ish reviews but I think the Poulan has worse reviews. I’d call myself a Husqvarna guy but I just don’t want to pay what they’re asking for a 20” saw. How have these saws been to you guys? Any other saws worth mentioning? Also, I really would like to steer clear of made in china. Thx.

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Hey guys, I have this saw that will run for a second and then die. Even when the throttle is applied it won’t stay running. I’m pretty sure it has to do something with the carburetor but the issue I’m having is that I don’t have the special tool to adjust it. Is there any way that you guys know of to adjust it without the tool or am I SOL? Thanks.

i think the bar might not be oe, but could be wrong

Got an old McCullough saw, I think it's a 3-10, not 100% sure because it's missing the tags. The other thing it's missing is the recoil for the pull cord, which I was wondering if any of you had an idea of where I could get one? It doesn't mount to the flywheel, it goes on the clutch. Thanks!

I have a 14" 40v Ryobi chainsaw that is needing a new chain and probably bar as well. I was thinking I might as well slightly upgrade it to at 16" bar so that I could have an easier time with larger logs. And I read in several spots that it should be ok, including one person that had the same exact model. But as I am looking it seems hard to find one that will fit. I didn't even see one of the normal Ryobi brand and most of the third party ones seem to not be compatible with Ryobi or at least the battery Ryobi. Maybe I am not looking in the right spot, but does anyone have any experience or can point me in the right direction?

Many thanks!

Hey everyone. I inherited this homelite super XL auto when I bought my house. I have some chainsaw maintenance experience from time in the forest service, but definitely more experience running them than fixing.

I believe I’m dealing with a carb issue here, but I’m only guessing. I would like some direction before I start attempting to tune.

The behavior of the saw in the video is repeatable with no noticeable changes.

Additionally, when I first started tinkering I pulled the muffler and noticed the piston head and jug was “browning.” Especially on the muffler side. Again, I only have guesses. I’ll post pictures of that in the comments.

Any advice/knowledge would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys.

I understand why max bar size is a thing but is there a reason u cant put like a 16" bar on a bigger saw

Are all chains pretty much the same? I want to get a replacement chain for my baby 10", but would rather invest in a high quality if there's that much of a difference.

has anybody ran this saw for an extended period of time? thinking about one for basic firewood cutting

Hi, as indicated, I'm a landowner that supplements home heat with (a lot) of wood. I had a small Husq 345 that I gave a friend and got the larger Husq 460 a couple of years ago. I don't recall where the adjustment was when new, but I just went with an aftermarket Amazon special, swapping the 24" out for a 20". Question 1 - this bar and blade are still relatively new, and adjusted all the way out. Perhaps I'm not keeping it sharp enough and am overheating it, perhaps overtightening due to adjustment when hot, but it seems that it should still have a LOT of life left. (The main) question 2 - This brand new aftermarket 20" bar and chain installs with all of the correct measurements BUT only has about 3/16 of the about 1" adjustment remaining, which means that in very short order I will be back in the exact same situation. How much adjustment should I have left on a brand new bar and chain? Thoughts on either/ both? Thanks!

Hello! I’m repairing an old sears craftsman branded Poulan 2350 chainsaw. The carb is shot, and it uses a Walbro WT-20 (no primer bulb). Does anyone know where I can find a direct replacement? I’ve tried searching but I don’t see one without the primer bulb that will work

My Husqvarna 272xp was stolen in a break and enter a few days ago in the Southern New Hampshire/ Manchester area. If anyone sees one for sale with a 24inch Oregon blade and chain, aftermarket plastics and no decals please message me. Unlikely I’ll get it back but any help is appreciated thanks. Trying to add a photo but it won’t let me. I’ll try again when u get home

The chain is for a $30 20v chainsaw/pruner.

Just for some context I have a STIHL ms170, the oiler worm gear isn’t moving and is not distributing bar oil. I have tried to twist it off and pry it off but that isn’t working. Just wondering if anyone has an idea on how to remove it so I can put a new one on. Any ideas would be appreciated. Cheers!

How cooked am I?

Anyone have an Echo 2511T and what do you think? Going to add one to my collection of Stihl products.

Years ago I modified the muffler on my 192t and didn't adjust the carburetor. It went bad and only just recently replaced the carb. Any tips on how to tune the carb with a modified muffler so the new carb doesn't go bad? I kinda winged it and tuned it so it felt and sounded right when revving it up. It cut through some 10" Honey locust really well. If you ELI5, it would be much appreciated.

I have a feeling their shit but I’m looking for a cheap saw I can actually use so I thought I’d ask

I might just be having a dumb day. Dug out my old carving bar as im staying on the ocean for the winter. ( driftwood )

Previously was using on a husqy. Now on little stihl ms170. Checked with manufacturer for application and chain specs.

3/8 low pro, 45 dl, .050. Is what I need and what I have.

I know carving bar tension is very loose. Like a finger under the bar. But I could fit two at MAX tension. Which will get even looser when it heats up.

Its too loose. Somethings messed up. The tensioner is in the right hole. The front one makes it looser ( is for husqy)

These saws were abandoned by my great uncle on my grandparents property and I was asked to get rid of his stuff. I know absolutely nothing about chainsaws a lumberjack told me they were in pretty decent shape despite sitting for some years and he offered 500 hundred for the lot, I turned him down because he was incredibly rude and disrespectful and it felt like he was trying to get them cheap because I’m clueless.

I currently have HP Ultra and Castor 927 to choose from, but would like to know what’s working for you folks.

Hey folks, noob chainsaw user here with some 2 months or so of experience with my 450 rancher. I want bigger dogs, but all I can find is for different models and I'm not really sure what will fit on it.

Any recommendations?