Chainsaw Primer

[bacpacker]

First post on this forum. If this site has topics discussed as in-depth as this I am proud to be a new member.
Chicom, great breakdown on chainsaws. One short bit I would add, make sure you have plenty of spares on hand, extra oil for the mix and bar, spare bars, chains, spark plugs, filter's, etc. Proper chain sharpening equipment can be critical as well.
Funny that you mentioned the Scrench, I would suggest having 3-4 of them around. I went out to cut some trees a few weeks back and needed to adjust the chain tension and found I have misplaced the Scrench. I will have spars for it.

[chicom]

Thanks gang.

Bacpacker, you're absolutely correct. Spare parts are critical in keeping the machine working. You just beat me to the punch.

Spare:

Chain, bar-nuts, spark-plugs, air-filter wraps, and those little c-clips on the drive gear, and files to keep your chains sharp for maximum efficiency and service life.

Files are made for specific style and size of chain. It is not a one size fits all kind of deal.



The air filter as how it fits on the powerhead.



The filter wrap is a removable, cleanable band that fits over the filter. I usually clean mine in diesel.



Next post we will get into tree identification and potential hazards, directional falling, and proper techniques in safely bringing down a tree.

[The Stig]

Next post we will get into tree identification and potential hazards, directional falling, and proper techniques in safely bringing down a tree.

I'm really looking forward to this. I've got several trees to drop at the new house. I've cut trees down before but their close proximity to the house suddenly has me second guessing myself.