Chain Saw Chat

bassy · 20-01-2023 06:31PM

Guys I've a sthil ms181 and it was left it to be repaired few weeks back and I got it back and it's not running right at all,gets bogged down and chain stops when trying to cut timber and it gives loud rev for a few seconds and goes all over the shop with low and high revs and takes a age to try cut logs.

Has a new chain,so no probs there.

Any ideas what it might be,when I picked it up off the so called repair shop one guy said that carb is not great in that saw,sure if he taught that why not replace it and I said it to him,he says oh take a few weeks to get one.WTF like................

You guys think it's the carb??.

divillybit · 24-01-2023 05:19AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120135385#Comment_120135385

The seals on the crank shaft may be leaking. If they are leaking that can affect the carb as it's the vacuum /pressure change in the crankcase as the piston moves that powers the carburettor to suck petrol from the fuel tank and inject it to the cylinder.

A way to test those seals is using brake cleaner spray, I got some from my local screwfix store. Spray it in around the clutch and starter cord when the saw is running and if it stops the seals are leaking.

Found this video below to be good. Probably as handy to buy a new carb than redo the diaphragm on the old one. It's a bit fiddly to replace them but not a big job either.

https://youtu.be/_5n7zUdJt6U

bassy · 24-01-2023 04:38PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120135385#Comment_120135385

A friend reckons it's the clutch

blue5000 · 27-04-2023 09:45AM

Lidl have their battery powered chainsaw in again, €110 without batteries or chargers.

They use 2 x 20v batteries, if you don’t have them already it puts the cost up a good bit as I think the batteries are €40 each. Get the 4 ah ones, not the 2 ah batteries, much better for power hungry jobs.

bassy · 27-04-2023 01:49PM

How many cuts on a fully charged 4ah ??

Discodog · 27-04-2023 06:07PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqDHOFrNFOw

Have a look.

Vittu · 19-05-2023 09:32PM

Husqvarna chainsaw leaks oil when sitting idle. Any ideas on how to stop this leak?

divillybit · 28-05-2023 04:37AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120618226#Comment_120618226

There probably is a screw to adjust the oil flow to the chain, so that may need adjustment but it will be letting out some oil even when idling which is normal

Vittu · 30-05-2023 10:56AM

Hi, thanks for your response. I phrased it wrong originally. When chainsaw is not been used as in the shed or back of van it leaks oil and is a mess. Trying to figure out how to stop this.

blue5000 · 29-06-2023 12:28AM

Looks like F R Jones across the pond have ceased trading.

bassy · 26-07-2023 07:25PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120149155#Comment_120149155

hi i bought a new carb and fitted it,but a friend reckons that the crankshaft seals are leaking or letting air in.cause it be running fine then for a bit its like sucking air in,if you get what i am trying to say.

i wonder where would i get 2 quality seals online and would it ne good to change the bearings to??.

now i,ve never done a job like this before as in i think the whole saw comes apart,is it a manageable job.i replaced the carb etc but i think thats a lot easier.

coillsaille · 15-11-2023 08:45PM

Hi folks, only a domestic user here who's a bit confused due to getting different air filters delivered after ordering online. Would appreciate an answer. Which one should be used in this country with a Stihl ms291, A or B?

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divillybit · 28-11-2023 11:49PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121372915#Comment_121372915

A would probably be a better one in ways as it would have more surface area and probably take longer to block but either filter look good. I've an ms250 and would like to upgrade the air filter set up on it. The standard air filter isint great

50HX · 10-12-2023 09:27AM

Anyone recommend a battery chainsaw for light farm work, handy sized stuff to be cut for the stove.

My ms170 sthil has died 😢

n1st · 10-12-2023 09:38AM

I have a Bosch short battery chinsaw. Very handy. No issues. Can cut through any branches. Can also work single handed

listermint · 10-12-2023 09:48AM

I'd probably be inclined to go Makita. https://www.powertool.ie/p/makita-duc256z-10-250mm-twin-18v-lxt-brushless-chainsaw-3_8-pitch-body-only/duc256z

this is body only needs twin 18v batteries.

timfromtang · 10-12-2023 11:58AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121477805#Comment_121477805

This is a top handle saw, NOT SUITABLE FOR USE ON THE GROUND meant for use by trained climbers.

For ground use a rear handle chainsaw should be used.

just my 2 cents

tim

50HX · 10-12-2023 12:52PM

Cheers tim

timfromtang · 10-12-2023 03:52PM

No Worries,

if you read the description carefully it mentions this on the 4th line of the description

"Ideal for tree care - to be used by professional tree surgeons"

tim

timfromtang · 10-12-2023 03:59PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121477761#Comment_121477761

The Husqvarna electric saws have a good reputation, although you'll be throwing a good few pound at it. Any reason you are not going for another small petrol saw?

tim

50HX · 10-12-2023 04:03PM

Just looking at the options considering I don't have that much work for a saw, an hour here & there, fuel goin old in the tank etc

blue5000 · 10-12-2023 04:35PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121478938#Comment_121478938

No regrets with the parkside/lidl one above. Get the bigger 4ah batteries though. I bought it just to see what a battery saw was like before spending big bucks on the 'traditional' chainsaw brands. I'd be happy to stick with this one. However I think the later versions have a shorter bar and the batteries are more expensive too.

Don't get the 2ah batteries though. We cut a wheelie bin full of 4-5 inch ash on one charge of the 2ah batteries.

tikka16751 · 10-12-2023 04:49PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121478938#Comment_121478938

Run it on aspen.

50HX · 10-12-2023 08:07PM

Good option, I've to go shopping for a saw

Anyone here with a battery one for a while now

Discodog · 10-12-2023 09:19PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121479171#Comment_121479171

Apparently if you use the Stihl Ultra 2 stroke oil is keeps the fuel good for a couple of years & prevents carb damage. Much cheaper than aspen

Discodog · 10-12-2023 09:19PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121479099#Comment_121479099

I was going to suggest Lidl Parkside. Lots of good revues.

tikka16751 · 10-12-2023 09:57PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121480490#Comment_121480490

Good to know thanks

accidental forester · 12-12-2023 09:55PM

Back to the battery saw question: We've used a Makita DUC353PG2 (or DUC353Z without batteries) for the last four years with no major problems. It's a 2 battery (36v) saw and lasts quite well. My only two gripes are (1) you have to press the ON button again after a few seconds of non-operating. (2) The some of the chain tensioning components are plastic. Sufficient tension can be achieved but it feels a bit flimsy.

OrangeBadger · 17-12-2023 09:48PM

Can anyone suggest a good tool for sharpening chains? Last time I tried the chain ended up even blunted :(

Recently purchased two saws and want to take care of them properly from day one

STIHL MS 181 C-BE Ergo Start Chainsaw 16"

Husqvarna 120 mark ll

I wouldn't be doing a massive amount of work and will usually be doing it with timber in a log clamp

Discodog · 18-12-2023 10:20AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121507807#Comment_121507807

This is the best & so easy to use

https://www.stihl.co.uk/en/ap/easyfile-2-in-1-1733

But you need to get the right one for your chain.

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