PAST CT fall GTG Nov 5th 2016

[malk315]

Quick off topic:. What size bar for stock stihl 028 av. The 044 owners other saw I get it cutting well I give him 028 and cash and keep 044.

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[RI Chevy]

I would go only 18" for the bar. 16 or 18 would be best. 20 is really stretching the limits.

 

[RI Chevy]

Glad you got to keep the 044 Eric. That is a really cool saw. A great runner.

 

[malk315]

I would go only 18" for the bar. 16 or 18 would be best. 20 is really stretching the limits.

I think it has a beat 16 w/ no chain -- forgot to look this morning. Your reply confirms I'll stick with a 16 in 0.050.
He said he would consider selling the 044 if he at least had the 028 working for clearing hunting trails and such.
I'm going to get the 028 cutting well and then make a good offer on the 044 and not charge for the 028 parts.
Thanks!

 

[RI Chevy]

Smaller saw would probably suit him better.
Even swap. For all the work you already did on the 044.
Grab a good bar and chain. Good to go. Lol

 

[malk315]

Smaller saw would probably suit him better.
Even swap. For all the work you already did on the 044.
Grab a good bar and chain. Good to go. Lol

Yup! That's exactly what I'm doing. There is a wire hanging off the area where stop switch is -- I may have to pick your guy's brains on how that is supposed to be haven't looked closely at it yet. I understand the saw runs, but I'd like to get that wire back where it belongs (maybe it needs a switch who knows)... I think the cover says "Electronic autostop" or something like that... maybe the wire has to do w/ that "electronic" feature. I'm still a newbie with Stihls in general.

 

[Moparmyway]

Wow! Give the decomp valve a workout. Lol
Thanks.

Shoot, I'll bet it closes before the second stroke, the Stihl decomps do.

 

[RI Chevy]

Yup! That's exactly what I'm doing. There is a wire hanging off the area where stop switch is -- I may have to pick your guy's brains on how that is supposed to be haven't looked closely at it yet. I understand the saw runs, but I'd like to get that wire back where it belongs (maybe it needs a switch who knows)... I think the cover says "Electronic autostop" or something like that... maybe the wire has to do w/ that "electronic" feature. I'm still a newbie with Stihls in general.

When you get a chance, post a photo of the wire with the cover off. I bet it is a very simple quick fix.

 

[mdavlee]

Shoot, I'll bet it closes before the second stroke, the Stihl decomps do.

Husky decomps have a little bigger bleed hole. Not much better but a little.

 

[paragonbuilder]

Shoot, I'll bet it closes before the second stroke, the Stihl decomps do.

My 394 holds til it fires. My 460 bites me mid pull sometimes if i don't commit.

 

[Moparmyway]

Two of my 066's close the Stihl decomps on the first stroke, one of the 066's closes the Huskys on the first stroke too

I've been resigned to just plugging them. I'm used to it now.

 

[mdavlee]

D handle FTW!

 

[RI Chevy]

Any tips on starting a high compression big bore saw when COLD? It starts fine when warm, but is nearly impossible to start when cold. No decomp either.

 

[RI Chevy]

Here are a few photos of my Wilton Vice setup.

I plan on building a new hitch mount to raise it up a little more for easier sharpening.

You can even keep the tailgate open.

 

[paragonbuilder]

Here are a few photos of my Wilton Vice setup.

I plan on building a new hitch mount to raise it up a little more for easier sharpening.

You can even keep the tailgate open.

That was nice to use Jeff. Perfect Height kneeling, be nice to use in a chair or standing up...

 

[RI Chevy]

Lol. Yup

 

[paragonbuilder]

Any tips on starting a high compression big bore saw when COLD? It starts fine when warm, but is nearly impossible to start when cold. No decomp either.

I think drop starting works best for me. I hold the top handle in my left, catch the pawls, push the saw down and away from my body while pulling the cord. But you need to get your technique so the bar stays away from your leg on the follow through.
I'm not a big guy, but I've never had a problem using that method, I only get bit when I get tired or don't fully commit.

 

[RI Chevy]

I will let my buddy know to try that. But it really is extremely difficult when cold.

 

[PA Dan]

I think drop starting works best for me. I hold the top handle in my left, catch the pawls, push the saw down and away from my body while pulling the cord. But you need to get your technique so the bar stays away from your leg on the follow through.
I'm not a big guy, but I've never had a problem using that method, I only get bit when I get tired or don't fully commit.

I also drop start most times. I am right handed and hold the saw in my right hand and pull with my left. That way keeps the bar away from my legs and just feels right.

 

[paragonbuilder]

I also drop start most times. I am right handed and hold the saw in my right hand and pull with my left. That way keeps the bar away from my legs and just feels right.

I haven't tried starting left-handed yet I'll have to give that a whirl.