Just another junk chainsaw

5030 · Mar 22, 2023

I never let any of my saws get that filthy under the shrouds. They are after all air cooled and if crudded up, the air cannot strip off the heat of combustion. Usually they get cleaned after every use here.

BTW, I really like my Oregon chain grinder. It's **** with the Diamond CBN wheel I bought for it.

xyz123 · Mar 22, 2023

Eagle1 said:
Pretty much how far they go apart for cleaning once I put one on the bench for any reason. Still too long between cleaning sometimes. Guilty as charged.

I'm not a cleaner type by any means. It's just a tool to me and keep ready for use. So dont take that wrong.

Just the cooling areas and coil area.

But as clean as this saw looked outside I wasnt expecting that.

They had done a great job with air filter area and case mount area.

two_bit_score · Mar 22, 2023

xyz123 said:
I'm not a cleaner type by any means. It's just a tool to me and keep ready for use. So dont take that wrong.

Just the cooling areas and coil area.

But as clean as this saw looked outside I wasnt expecting that.

They had done a great job with air filter area and case mount area.

What is the best way to keep a saw clean? I understand cleaning after each use but how far to go and what is preferable other than just rags, a parts brush and compressed air? Any solvent or degreaser?

tradosaurus · Mar 22, 2023

two_bit_score said:
What is the best way to keep a saw clean? I understand cleaning after each use but how far to go and what is preferable other than just rags, a parts brush and compressed air? Any solvent or degreaser?

I use compressed air but I make sure that I'm wearing protective eye wear.

two_bit_score · Mar 22, 2023

tradosaurus said:
I use compressed air but I make sure that I'm wearing protective eye wear.

And I try to do it outside when using air. I have used a shop vacuum.

5030 · Mar 22, 2023

two_bit_score said:
What is the best way to keep a saw clean? I understand cleaning after each use but how far to go and what is preferable other than just rags, a parts brush and compressed air? Any solvent or degreaser?

Just compressed air here and of course a suitable tool to fit the bar groove to remove the built up swarf.

tradosaurus · Mar 23, 2023

two_bit_score said:
And I try to do it outside when using air. I have used a shop vacuum.

You're right. I learned the hard way.
And wear a face mask too because dirt and bits of oil are going everywhere.

xyz123 · Mar 23, 2023

two_bit_score said:
What is the best way to keep a saw clean? I understand cleaning after each use but how far to go and what is preferable other than just rags, a parts brush and compressed air? Any solvent or degreaser?

I dont clean after every use myself.

Best right or wrong no clue.

Me I use picks, flat blades, air compressor, paint brushes, plastic bristle brushes, and tooth brushes. Just depends on the area and need.

WD40 works good on finish wiping.

Also this WD40 degreaser I use. I was looking for something that didnt etch or discolor plastics or discolor or etch aluminum. I wont use alot of other ones because they discolor the parts.

This is just the wd40 degreaser used. Spray on let set like it says. Spray off. Then start to dry and then wipe down to dry off.

5030 · Mar 23, 2023

I have a full gallon of that WD40 crap sitting on the shelf, I'll never use and if you want it, I can send it to you, you pay the postage. WD40 is worthless IMO. Take my saws outside the shop and give them a good blow job (and wear safety glasses) as wood swarf is hard on the eyeballs.

xyz123 · Mar 23, 2023

5030 said:
I have a full gallon of that WD40 crap sitting on the shelf, I'll never use and if you want it, I can send it to you, you pay the postage. WD40 is worthless IMO. Take my saws outside the shop and give them a good blow job (and wear safety glasses) as wood swarf is hard on the eyeballs.

I have a new gallon waiting but I sure would take. Good stuff.

But IMO give to someone else that needs it. I have plenty. But thanks for the offer.

All the blowing in the world wont get the black stains off

. You better go back and look at those before and after pics.

5030 · Mar 23, 2023

xyz123 said:
I'm not a cleaner type by any means. It's just a tool to me and keep ready for use. So dont take that wrong.

Just the cooling areas and coil area.

But as clean as this saw looked outside I wasnt expecting that.

They had done a great job with air filter area and case mount area.

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Talk about a ratted out loop.......... Woozer.

xyz123 · Mar 23, 2023

5030 said:
Talk about a ratted out loop.......... Woozer.

You know not everyone can afford the better saws. They make do with what they got.

But you know I still get paid the same hourly wage to clean that saw as I do a $2000 saw when working on them.

5030 · Mar 23, 2023

I was referring to the loop, not the saw. I get paid the same as well... nothing, because they are all mine.

You and I both know the only thing that differentiates between a good cutting saw and one that sucks is the sharpness of the chain and that chain in your picture flat sucks.

5030 · Mar 23, 2023

Interesting comment. I've never had black stains on my saws but then I don't cut railroad ties either.

xyz123 · Mar 23, 2023

5030 said:
I was referring to the loop, not the saw. I get paid the same as well... nothing, because they are all mine.

You and I both know the only thing that differentiates between a good cutting saw and one that sucks is the sharpness of the chain and that chain in your picture flat sucks.

Thats Oregon LG 76. What came on the saw when put on bench. Figure about 1/3 left from the homeowner use.

No longer made with the small cutters. Like stihl 33TS

Racers like it for the chassis but with the full size 3/8 cutters.

5030 · Mar 23, 2023

xyz123 said:
Thats Oregon LG 76. What came on the saw when put on bench. Figure about 1/3 left from the homeowner use.

No longer made with the small cutters. Like stihl 33TS

Racers like it for the chassis but with the full size 3/8 cutters.

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Time to sharpen it. Exactly what I'm about to do. I have 4 loops of 325 that need dressed and I'm anxious to try out the Diamond Abrasives wheel I bought anyway. It's much finer that the Oregon wheels and renders a better (sharper tooth) and unlike the Oregon wheels, they don't destroy the temper either as in no heat. Headed for the shop.

Have a good day.

xyz123 · Mar 23, 2023

Wish I had only 4 to sharpen. Bet close to 100 left to sharpen.

Rather get paid by the paying customers first.

xyz123 · Mar 23, 2023

Figured better take these before testing.

61cc thin rings

Crazy what they want for a 60cc saw now days. But figure cost back then to todays $ that was high even back then.