HOMELITE Homelite Thread

[PogoInTheWoods]

If you have any type of Google account you also automatically have a YouTube account.

 

[Oletrapper]

If you have any type of Google account you also automatically have a YouTube account.

Thanks Pogo, I didn't know that. I'll see what I can do. The video on my phone was too large to send to my email and it went to the cloud. When I downloaded it came in as a jpg.mov and I have never seen that before. OT

 

[PogoInTheWoods]

You can 'share' the video directly to YouTube. Once it's uploaded just copy the link and insert it into a post using the 'media' icon in the composition toolbar.

Done (except for the applause and accepting your Oscar).

 

[KennyWinCT]

Looking for Idle and Max RPM specs for a Homelite 27 AV PowerStroke Saw
Model UT 10827

I generally tune the high needle to just 4 stroke out of the wood, as it cleans up in the cut but it seems awful high to me. It's a friend's saw and I don't want him to blow it up lol.

Thanks, Kenny

 

[palmetto state macs]

I've spent the past few months diving into the McCulloch 10-10 series (especially my 10-10A from the mid 70s) and feel like I've gotten a good handle on them. But I don’t want to leave Homelite out of the mix, especially with all the history surrounding the XL-12. I'm considering picking one up on ebay or anywhere else. For those of you who’ve used both, how does the XL-12 compare? Is it worth adding to the collection? Any tips on what to look for when buying one?

 

[hacskaroly]

For those of you who’ve used both, how does the XL-12 compare?

I am not sure about the XL-12, but I have a Super XL. I really like it. Picked it up from an antique store for $65. Cleaned out the recoil, put new gas in it and it fired right up. This was my bridge into McCullochs...

I would not mind at some point getting into one of the larger Homelites, possibly a C-series. But I have to clear some of my current projects first.

 

[LAWN BOY]

I've spent the past few months diving into the McCulloch 10-10 series (especially my 10-10A from the mid 70s) and feel like I've gotten a good handle on them. But I don’t want to leave Homelite out of the mix, especially with all the history surrounding the XL-12. I'm considering picking one up on ebay or anywhere else. For those of you who’ve used both, how does the XL-12 compare? Is it worth adding to the collection? Any tips on what to look for when buying one?

I’ve never ran a 10-10, although I hope to acquire one soon. I do however have 3 XL12s and 4 Super XLs. I love them, good saws.

 

[hacskaroly]

Here is a pic of the Super XL I got.

 

[heimannm]

I've run both but there were a few years in between...from what I can remember of the XL12 it could not hold a candle to a properly running 10-10.

Perhaps my recollections have yellowed with age...

Mark

 

[jacktheripper]

I've spent the past few months diving into the McCulloch 10-10 series (especially my 10-10A from the mid 70s) and feel like I've gotten a good handle on them. But I don’t want to leave Homelite out of the mix, especially with all the history surrounding the XL-12. I'm considering picking one up on ebay or anywhere else. For those of you who’ve used both, how does the XL-12 compare? Is it worth adding to the collection? Any tips on what to look for when buying one?

Grab a Super XL, should compare to a 10-10 better. Their bearing setup is better than the XL-12, too. I like them both, a lot. Make sure the saw that you get doesn't have any corrosion, especially in the fuel tank. Different ignitions available, early ones used smaller bar mount. Your choice. Both have a lot of torque and are very loud and fun to run.

 

[hacskaroly]

Here is information from Acres' site regarding differences in ccm between these saws:

XL-12 - 54.2 ccm
Super XL - 57.4 ccm
10-10 - 54 ccm

 

[They call me Mr. Kibbs]

Here is information from Acres' site regarding differences in ccm between these saws:

XL-12 - 54.2 ccm
Super XL - 57.4 ccm
10-10 - 54 ccm

Have a Super XL and a 10-10 and enjoy cutting with both, never ran an XL-12. One thing I found about the Super XL is mine does not like running in hot weather, as once it gets hot it shuts down due to the fuel boiling in the tank. Anyone else have this issue, or am I just 'special'?

 

[hacskaroly]

One thing I found about the Super XL is mine does not like running in hot weather, as once it gets hot it shuts down due to the fuel boiling in the tank. Anyone else have this issue, or am I just 'special'?

I have not run mine in hot weather for any period of time, so it is possible. I will have to give it a try next summer and see what happens.

 

[Maintenance Chief]

Have a Super XL and a 10-10 and enjoy cutting with both, never ran an XL-12. One thing I found about the Super XL is mine does not like running in hot weather, as once it gets hot it shuts down due to the fuel boiling in the tank. Anyone else have this issue, or am I just 'special'?

Yup, boiling fuel on hot days in the SC.

 

[av8or3]

Was gifted a Super XL. Tank was clean and dry so I added some fuel and primed it and away it went. It needs an air filter (has none) and could probably use a new fuel line, filter and plug. Don’t know what I’ll do with it yet.

 

[LAWN BOY]

Was gifted a Super XL. Tank was clean and dry so I added some fuel and primed it and away it went. It needs an air filter (has none) and could probably use a new fuel line, filter and plug. Don’t know what I’ll do with it yet. View attachment 441540

Nice! I have the exact same saw.

 

[nbbt]

Was gifted a Super XL. Tank was clean and dry so I added some fuel and primed it and away it went. It needs an air filter (has none) and could probably use a new fuel line, filter and plug. Don’t know what I’ll do with it yet. View attachment 441540

I'd like a super xl to find me as well. Had a regular one for many years and kinda miss old faithful

 

[lehman live edge slab]

Anyone have a homelite 290/340? Always wondered how the solo built homelites are and if it’s worth seeking one out to buy?

 

[hacskaroly]

I'd like a super xl to find me as well. Had a regular one for many years and kinda miss old faithful

Are you looking for a specific one (blue vs. red, with chain brake vs. without)?

eBay Vintage Homelite super XL chainsaw 58cc engine 1970's for parts $80.00

eBay 2x Vintage Homelite Super XL Blue Chainsaws 16" 20" bars **AS-IS** $200

Craig's List - 2- Homelite chain saws -parts or repair -Boyertown, PA $35

Craig's List - Antique Homelite and Poulan (7 total) chainsaws and parts - $200 (Bristow, IN.)

If I was within 10 hours of the last listing, that guy would have my money and I would drive all night to be on his door step...