Chain Sharpening

[RI Chevy]

I do too, but why do companies advertise this?

 

[jakethesnake]

I've never heard of that before. I guess if you think about it you really could use any size as long as it's not too big Maybe the 1/32 of an inch would be better on new chain? Due to the height. No clue on this one

 

[Gunn]

The difference between 13/64 and 7/32 is minute. We're taking .015 difference in diameter here.
Some guys like the slightly bigger 7/32 when the tooth is longer and switch to 13/64 when its past its half life.
You'll get a slightly more hook with the smaller file but it's really just preference.

 

[RI Chevy]

Cool. Thanks for the info.

 

[Gunn]

If you grind, the average grinder wheel diameter for 3/8 is 3/16th and 1/8th for .325 and smaller so go figure that one out.

 

[RI Chevy]

Jeeesh. Messed up.

 

[WKEND LUMBERJAK]

If you grind, the average grinder wheel diameter for 3/8 is 3/16th and 1/8th for .325 and smaller so go figure that one out.

I use the 1/8th for both. Works just fine.

 

[Gunn]

I use 3/16 wheel for both and it works great as well. I think the thinner wheel clears the depth gauges easier but on a used chain it's not so critical.