Stihl 029 info

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retiredff

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I bought a used 029. After a good cleaning, new plug, chain, cleaned air filter it cuts fine. I did notice the bumper spike is loose enough to where it will move slightly. Is this normal or should it be tight with no movement?
 
retiredff said:
I bought a used 029. After a good cleaning, new plug, chain, cleaned air filter it cuts fine. I did notice the bumper spike is loose enough to where it will move slightly. Is this normal or should it be tight with no movement?
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are you talking about the felling dawgs? and if you are than yes it should be tight
 
retiredff said:
The manual says bumper spike, the TEETH LIKE thing next to the bar on the left.
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yes it should be tight
 
I had a 029 about 15 years ago nice saw "the farm boss"
 
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