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    Chainsaw grinder questions, tips, tricks, and pics!!!!

    https://www.mcmaster.com/products/handles/lever-handles-1~/?s=plastic+handles
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    Riveted Husqvarna Tag Question

    I tore down a 346 NE one time. There was a plastic decal/sticker under the handle mount on the clutch side that had same data as the riveted tag. I also have Echo saws with and without riveted tag. Those without a tag have info embossed on the case, but not what I would call engraved. Stihl has...
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    HELP! Stihl 020 t intake boot leaking

    It’s a great time, hope you can make it if only for a few hours.
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    HELP! Stihl 020 t intake boot leaking

    Glad you got it figured out. What part of Pa. are you from? Maybe join the fun at Bellwod this summer: https://opeforum.com/threads/central-pa-5th-annual-hawg-days-june-19th-20th-and-21st-2026.33553/#post-1703012
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    Walk over to your toolbox right now…

    Don’t get the wrong idea. My workbench aka shelf is a total disaster. eta anybody need a 3/8 to 1/4 adapter? 😳
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    Walk over to your toolbox right now…

    Who works at the Hospital? (blew surgery cloths)
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    Simington / Silvey Square Chain Grinders Tips/Tricks/Secrets

    I’m getting old and repeating myself 😳
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    Simington / Silvey Square Chain Grinders Tips/Tricks/Secrets

    The stone arbor holds the stone to the motor shaft. It can be moved up and down vertically after loosening a set screw. I’m not sure what a good initial setting is, but maybe someone here can help get you in the ballpark. To achieve forward lean on the side plate, you dress the edge of stone. I...
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    Simington / Silvey Square Chain Grinders Tips/Tricks/Secrets

    Are you asking about the shape of the wheel, or the wheel itself? Either one is easy, and similar to every other grinder new or old.
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    Simington / Silvey Square Chain Grinders Tips/Tricks/Secrets

    This is what he’s talking about
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    Raker shape

    So, I suppose you end up with a flat top raker? If that works, then we are sorta answering the question.
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    Raker shape

    I have never been able to tell any difference from behind the saw. My smoothest cutting chains are the ones with the most consistent depth. That is something I have struggled with over the years. Mostly self inflicted. It takes patience to get them harmonious. Some racing chains have an...
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    Old Homelite project 🤔

    Try leaning the low mixture screw (turn clockwise slowly) Be careful the chain may begin to spin if rpm picks up.
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    Old Homelite project 🤔

    It’s Alive!
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