Just wondering how y'all decide whether to sharpen your chain or replace it with a new one? I've tried sharpening myself but just with files, never with one of those jigs specifically for sharpening. How do you decide when your chain needs replacing? I know my chain is in need of help, I've used about 4 tanks of gas in the past week cleaning up after the storm and cutting some already downed trees before Irene and it's noticeably slower to cut even smaller branches now.
If I should buy a new chain, are there any brands or places that are much better than others? I know the closest place to me is HomeDepot which looks like mostly carries Oregon products.
Last question, currently I have the 16 inch bar that came with my saw (Poulan Pro 40cc), so if I'm going to buy another chain would it be a better idea to get a longer bar?
If I should buy a new chain, are there any brands or places that are much better than others? I know the closest place to me is HomeDepot which looks like mostly carries Oregon products.
Last question, currently I have the 16 inch bar that came with my saw (Poulan Pro 40cc), so if I'm going to buy another chain would it be a better idea to get a longer bar?