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IMG_9876.jpegThis will be a dumb question but I’ve never worked on an oiler before. So I have the Husqvarna 142 apart as it wouldn’t oil at all really idling with b/c off even. Since I’ve never worked on oilers before I don’t really know what I’m looking at. Can someone tell my what needs to be replaced or done exactly based on this picture? Thanks for your time.
 

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This gear appears worn.
It does not appear to be worn....it is worn! :D Since you are that far deep into the saw, depending on the past history (if you know it), you might think about replacing the oil seal right there. That would give you a good opportunity to inspect the bearing.

I have an 046 I found at the dump, brought it home, tore it apart to clean it and replaced the fuel tank and then fired it up and started cutting firewood. I scorred the piston due to a bad oil seal. I was right there, could have replaced it....should have replaced it then...now I have to do it and replace the piston and possibly the cylinder.

Edit: Unless the oiler parts are scarce for the saw, it is usually easiest to just replace the entire assembly, though some aftermarket parts may need some minor work to get them to fit properly.
 

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It does not appear to be worn....it is worn! :D Since you are that far deep into the saw, depending on the past history (if you know it), you might think about replacing the oil seal right there. That would give you a good opportunity to inspect the bearing.

I have an 046 I found at the dump, brought it home, tore it apart to clean it and replaced the fuel tank and then fired it up and started cutting firewood. I scorred the piston due to a bad oil seal. I was right there, could have replaced it....should have replaced it then...now I have to do it and replace the piston and possibly the cylinder.

Edit: Unless the oiler parts are scarce for the saw, it is usually easiest to just replace the entire assembly, though some aftermarket parts may need some minor work to get them to fit properly.
Im replacing the assembly yeah. I don't know the saws history and ive never dealt with bearings or seals before...
 

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The crankshaft bearings are mounted inside the rubber coated seals. Check the IPL. To replace the seals/bearings you need to remove and disassemble the engine. It's easier to do a vacuum/pressure test first to see if they need replacing.
That oiler gear is worn right out.
The parts you have ordered are aftermarket Chinese parts, so check them over carefully, especially the clutch drum. I have yet to get one of those that fit and worked right, and I have tried several times. Usually the bore where the clutch bearing goes is too deep (too tall?) and the clutch spider jams the drum onto the crankshaft so it won't spin freely.
The replacement oiler pickup/pump mount appears to be the newer one-piece style. That's good, because the early 2-piece ones tended to harden, shrink and suck air or leak oil.
Check for debris in your oil tank, clean up that mess and you should be in good shape.
 
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