jakethesnake's latest activity
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Yes that is why I have (4) of them -
And, who have the space for one. Philbert
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"Bar Shop" as in the specialized bar maintenance tool: grinder, groover, rail closer, straightener - all in one. Very sought after by...
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Got these from Stihl many years ago. They work well if you close the rails to tight. The one on top is part #1106 893 9200 | Groove...
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They do work. Get some decent aftermarket bearings, they tend to have less radial run out than the stock thus giving a better feel...
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There used to be a really good Oregon tool that looked like a big wedge. You put the right thickness part into the groove and the outer...
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I once proposed to Bailey’s that they sell a set of steel, bar groove shims to use for that purpose (0.043”, 0.050”, 0.058”, 0.063”)...
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I put the feeler gauges needed into the bar groove then use a hammer and a flat surface to close them. Go slightly thinner than...
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I ran .050" chains I got from the US in my used .058" bars without issues. Keep the bar rails dressed/flat and the chain sharp and...
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I am just a fire wood hack. Closing the rails might get me another season.
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Yes, they worked for me, too good in fact. I squeezed mine too tight and couldn't get the chain in the groove; had to use a chisel to...
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They do squeeze them, but results don’t stay from my experience.
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Thanks for the report. You are not alone!
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I don't think that is the result of the rail closer, the bar just wears out, cheap bars wear out faster, the rail closer just buys you...
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A few inches of chain of the gauge you are aiming for is handy as a quick check. It sure beats checking with a full loop.
