sonoransaw
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I was wondering if I could get some general guidelines for chains and bars. I really don't know much about them. I currently have five bars and chains for my saws. I swap them occasionally and just go by whether I can get things to fit and work. I know that can be a crapshoot. I've heard that the drive links are different thicknesses to accommodate the bar groove (which widens as it wears). Can I just see if the chain fits fairly well and go with it? Do I need to use measuring tools to get a more accurate idea first? Do I need to read and match labels stamped on the bars and chains? I'm reading online as much as I have time for, so if I'm asking stupid questions that you think are obvious, feel free to ignore...I'll figure it out eventually...Thanks!