Add Chain Brake to Chainsaw

[04HemiRam2500]

I have an older craftsmen 38cc 16 inch chainsaw well built and heavy metal but there is no chain brake. I looked up the model and there was none made for this model. Is there anyway to add a way to have a hand brake or some other method to have a chain brake?

The model is:
358.352360 Go to google images and type this and you will see what I have.

This looks like it could fit but I am not sure?

(broken link removed to http://www.ebay.com/itm/Poulan-Chainsaw-Chain-Brake-Band-Bar-Clutch-Cover-PP180-PP190-530069557-New-/360755706919?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item53feb73c27)

I do not know how t cross reference between the poulan and craftsman.

 

[NH_Wood]

I think I have three of those saws - I'll check tomorrow and see if any have a brake - if so, I'll PM you. Cheers!

 

[04HemiRam2500]

Thanks man if so let me know if you are willing to sell. Also what about the link I have above. Will this work on this saw.

 

[Smoke Stack]

Chain brakes are like rules: meant to be broken, or, nonexistent...

Just kidding. Well, not really, but good luck.

 

[Fifelaker]

Have you got a picture of your saw? Flywheel and clutch side.

 

[04HemiRam2500]

The saw is the same as this.
(broken link removed to http://www.ebay.com/itm/Craftsman-2-0-Chainsaw-/321281306988?pt=US_Chainsaws&hash=item4acddbb16c)

 

[NH_Wood]

If that brake will work depends on how well you can fasten the brake to the saw and whether the brake band will fit correctly over the clutch drum - I'd imagine it would be a bit of a pain - I'm running out to check my saws right now and I'll let you know in a few minutes. Cheers!

 

[NH_Wood]

Thanks man if so let me know if you are willing to sell. Also what about the link I have above. Will this work on this saw.

Nope - one has no hand guard at all and the other two only have the hand guard, no brake - sorry, couldn't remember. Have you tried to find a parts diagram for your saw to see if they offered a chain brake model - I'm pretty sure not. I'm thinking you may have a tough time retrofitting a brake to your saw, but I hope you can figure it out! Cheers!

 

[Treacherous]

You might want to look through old Poulan saws as well...as they manufactured that unit.

 

[Fifelaker]

The saw in the feebay listing is the Poulan 2000. I have one and no brake just the hand guard. I don't think a brake was ever offered. Very well built little saw.

 

[salecker]

The saw is the same as this.
(broken link removed to http://www.ebay.com/itm/Craftsman-2-0-Chainsaw-/321281306988?pt=US_Chainsaws&hash=item4acddbb16c)

That saw was made by Poulan,i believe the model was micro 25,or many different 25"s.They were made for years,for many different companys.They are a very good little saw,sot after by those who use them.Chain Saw Collectors Corner - Gasoline Chain Saws by Manufacturer.

 

[04HemiRam2500]

So, can anyone verify if the poulan 180 or 190 is not the same as the craftsmen that I have?

AS far as the poulan 25s how do I know if one of the chain brakes will fit on might. Anyone know a big expert on thee saws?