Yes, most gasoline-powered chainsaws use mixed gas made from unleaded gasoline and 2-stroke engine oil. The standard mix ratio for modern chainsaws is 50:1, though some older models use 40:1 or 32:1. This fuel mixture […]
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Put a chain back on a chainsaw by loosening the side panel nuts and the chain tensioning screw, then removing the cover. Place the chain onto the drive sprocket and into the bar groove with […]
The serial number on a STIHL chainsaw is stamped on the engine housing (crankcase), usually near the muffler. It may appear on a flat surface on either side, under the chain brake or sprocket cover, […]
A chainsaw makes a loud, roaring, high-pitched whirring noise. The sound ranges from a low growl at idle to a piercing scream at high RPMs as the chain cuts wood. Chainsaw noise often exceeds 120 […]
Do not use engine oil in a chainsaw’s fuel mix and avoid using it for bar and chain lubrication except in a dire emergency. Engine oil lacks the tackifiers and additives found in bar and […]
Replace a chainsaw chain when the cutting teeth are broken, cracked, or worn down to the wear line. Replace the chain if the saw cuts crooked, smokes, or requires excessive force even after proper sharpening […]
Sharpen a chainsaw chain at a top plate angle between 25° and 35°. Use 30° for general cutting. Apply a steeper 35° angle for softer woods and a shallower 25° angle for harder woods. Always […]
Chainsaw bar oil is typically around 30 weight (SAE 30) for general use. Lighter oils, such as 10W, are used in cold weather to maintain flow, while thicker oils, like 40–50 weight, are used in […]
Yes, a chainsaw can cut through some metals when equipped with specialized carbide-tipped or diamond chains. Standard wood chains dull or break on metal, making the process inefficient and risky. Metal cutting with chainsaws is […]
A Can Am Defender chainsaw holder securely mounts a chainsaw to the UTV bed or roll cage. It prevents movement during rough rides, protects the chain and bar, and provides fast access for trail clearing […]