So I'm doing my annual service on my chainsaws in preparation for the cutting season (well, mine). I've done a lot more than last year thanks to the helpful comments hear on Hearth as well as arboristsite. But I'm sure I could do more - here's a quick run through of what I've done and a couple questions:
1. Removed chainguard and thoroughly cleaned everything I could find (yes, I should have done that at the end of last season)
2. Removed sprocket and cleaned clutch assembly without removing (not sure how - advice appreciated)
3. Removed cover, washed and dried air filter - would love to buy one but I'm not sure where to buy/find for a Poulon
4. Removed exhaust port and cleaned what I could find
Took it out and ran it and it was amazing the improvement! Before, it wouldn't start after being run (i.e. out of gas, reload, no start). She ran like a champ! :cheese: Idle's still a bit rough but reving up was much smoother and didn't stall out.
I would like to inspect the cylinders for any scoring but I'm not sure how to remove that part of the assembly. Would have removed the spark plug and checked for fouling/gap but don't have the right socket. Also, I've noticed the handle has gotten a bit "wobbly" when cutting, as though it has more give. I tightened the bolts but not sure if I tightened the right stuff.
What else should I be doing?
p.s. This is my dad's saw that I have on permanent loan (Poulon Pro 42cc with an 18" bar). The old Homelite from my brother in law is next. Will be adding a Dolmar 7900 to my arsenal very soon.
1. Removed chainguard and thoroughly cleaned everything I could find (yes, I should have done that at the end of last season)
2. Removed sprocket and cleaned clutch assembly without removing (not sure how - advice appreciated)
3. Removed cover, washed and dried air filter - would love to buy one but I'm not sure where to buy/find for a Poulon
4. Removed exhaust port and cleaned what I could find
Took it out and ran it and it was amazing the improvement! Before, it wouldn't start after being run (i.e. out of gas, reload, no start). She ran like a champ! :cheese: Idle's still a bit rough but reving up was much smoother and didn't stall out.
I would like to inspect the cylinders for any scoring but I'm not sure how to remove that part of the assembly. Would have removed the spark plug and checked for fouling/gap but don't have the right socket. Also, I've noticed the handle has gotten a bit "wobbly" when cutting, as though it has more give. I tightened the bolts but not sure if I tightened the right stuff.
What else should I be doing?
p.s. This is my dad's saw that I have on permanent loan (Poulon Pro 42cc with an 18" bar). The old Homelite from my brother in law is next. Will be adding a Dolmar 7900 to my arsenal very soon.