Life Chainsaw Question - Page 2

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 08:29 AM

I bought a "chainsaw" to assist me in cutting down a large bush that died over the winter. It had some pretty substantial branches that I didn't want to cut by hand, so I purchased a "chainsaw." It's just a 10 inch electric model:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Remington...C983/203556953

I put oil in the little tank and went to town on the bush. Unfortunately, I didn't read that one has to manually press the oil button before each cut to lubricate the chain. So, the chain is now completely dull. I got a replacement chain that I think fits, but I'm not completely sure.

Does anyone have any hints or tips on how to put the new chain on without issues? I have the manual (which I've now read...) and it looks pretty straightforward, but this thing gives me the creeps.

The wife "suggested" that I pay someone to do this task, but I'm frugal and kind of wanted to try myself anyway. Obviously, she was right but I'm not going to let her know that.

Thanks.

**srvy** · 05-20-2015, 09:16 AM

Dont throw away that old chain get a rat tail file and guide sharpen it and it will be good as new. Once you get an idea of the angle to sharpen you can make the job more simple if you have a dremel tool and a chainsaw bit. Lubricate that old chain hang it in your garage when the other gets dull you have a backup.

**loochy** · 05-20-2015, 09:17 AM

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Dont throw away that old chain get a rat tail file and guide sharpen it and it will be good as new. Once you get an idea of the angle to sharpen you can make the job more simple if you have a dremel tool and a chainsaw bit. Lubricate that old chain hang it in your garage when the other gets dull you have a backup.

I'm not that frugal... The new chain was $12.00

**srvy** · 05-20-2015, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Donger

I'm not that frugal... The new chain was $12.00

Bad attitude if your gonna be a lumberjack.

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Bad attitude if your gonna be a lumberjack.

**srvy** · 05-20-2015, 09:26 AM

How much was the chainsaw 70.00 - 90.00? That chain wont stay sharp long the pitch in the timber especially evergreens will do a number on it in short order. You will soon have more money in chains than the saw if you use it much.

**loochy** · 05-20-2015, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Bad attitude if your gonna be a lumberjack.

1.) you're

2.) Donger has oil industry money. He doesn't need to be frugal. The frugal thing in the OP was a humblebrag.

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

How much was the chainsaw 70.00 - 90.00? That chain wont stay sharp long the pitch in the timber especially evergreens will do a number on it in short order. You will soon have more money in chains than the saw if you use it much.

Yeah, I think it was $99.00. I've only got a few more cuts to make, so I'm not worried about it.

**srvy** · 05-20-2015, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Yeah, I think it was $99.00. I've only got a few more cuts to make, so I'm not worried about it.

Is it one of the cordless or corded? My brother has a remington corded electric he likes it pretty well. I have not used but one time after he got it. Sucker has some serious torgue surprisingly.

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Is it one of the cordless or corded? My brother has a remington corded electric he likes it pretty well. I have not used but one time after he got it. Sucker has some serious torgue surprisingly.

It's corded. Yes, I was surprised at the power.

**srvy** · 05-20-2015, 09:49 AM

Heck 5 buck bowsaw and a 20 buck ditch bank blade you could have tackled anything your yard can dish out. Also known as a Kaiser blade for you slingblade movie fans.

I dont even want to count how many miles in 36 years of clearing lines ive cut with just one of these. We have cut with some work 10 diameter oaks. And its peaceful you dont have to have the noise of chainsaws running and hauling gas and gear miles from the truck. A crew of 2 line cutters and some elbow grease can clear some serious brush and fell trees. It will put some arms on ya too.

**loochy** · 05-20-2015, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Heck 5 buck bowsaw and a 20 buck ditch bank blade you could have tackled anything your yard can dish out. Also known as a Kaiser blade for you slingblade movie fans.

That looks like a screen from a video game.

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Heck 5 buck bowsaw and a 20 buck ditch bank blade you could have tackled anything your yard can dish out. Also known as a Kaiser blade for you slingblade movie fans.

I dont even want to count how many miles in 36 years of clearing lines ive cut with just one of these. We have cut with some work 10 diameter oaks. And its peaceful you dont have to have the noise of chainsaws running and hauling gas and gear miles from the truck. A crew of 2 line cutters and some elbow grease can clear some serious brush and fell trees. It will put some arms on ya too.

I've actually got two guys outside right now cutting down a few Aspen trees that died. I went out there and showed them my chainsaw. One guy just stared. The other tried, and failed, to stifle a laugh. I came back inside.

KINGPIN CHIEFS FAN · 05-20-2015, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Yeah, I think it was $99.00. I've only got a few more cuts to make, so I'm not worried about it.

You better work on your meaning of frugal. I just bought a 16" electric Remington corded chainsaw for $75. Somebody soaked you good.

**Donger** · 05-20-2015, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by KINGPIN CHIEFS FAN

You better work on your meaning of frugal. I just bought a 16" electric Remington corded chainsaw for $75. Somebody soaked you good.

Amazon. Free shipping (well, Prime anyway) and no taxes. And I didn't have to deal with people.

* Edit - It was $79.88

05-20-2015, 08:29 AM
Donger "Think BOOM!" Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: 33.675° N 106.475° W Casino cash: $8959900 VARSITY	Chainsaw Question I bought a "chainsaw" to assist me in cutting down a large bush that died over the winter. It had some pretty substantial branches that I didn't want to cut by hand, so I purchased a "chainsaw." It's just a 10 inch electric model: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Remington...C983/203556953 I put oil in the little tank and went to town on the bush. Unfortunately, I didn't read that one has to manually press the oil button before each cut to lubricate the chain. So, the chain is now completely dull. I got a replacement chain that I think fits, but I'm not completely sure. Does anyone have any hints or tips on how to put the new chain on without issues? I have the manual (which I've now read...) and it looks pretty straightforward, but this thing gives me the creeps. The wife "suggested" that I pay someone to do this task, but I'm frugal and kind of wanted to try myself anyway. Obviously, she was right but I'm not going to let her know that. Thanks.
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05-20-2015, 09:16 AM	#16
srvy Fight, build, win! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: KC Casino cash: $181250	Dont throw away that old chain get a rat tail file and guide sharpen it and it will be good as new. Once you get an idea of the angle to sharpen you can make the job more simple if you have a dremel tool and a chainsaw bit. Lubricate that old chain hang it in your garage when the other gets dull you have a backup.
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05-20-2015, 09:17 AM	#17
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05-20-2015, 09:26 AM	#21
srvy Fight, build, win! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: KC Casino cash: $181250	How much was the chainsaw 70.00 - 90.00? That chain wont stay sharp long the pitch in the timber especially evergreens will do a number on it in short order. You will soon have more money in chains than the saw if you use it much.
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05-20-2015, 09:49 AM	#26
srvy Fight, build, win! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: KC Casino cash: $181250	Heck 5 buck bowsaw and a 20 buck ditch bank blade you could have tackled anything your yard can dish out. Also known as a Kaiser blade for you slingblade movie fans. I dont even want to count how many miles in 36 years of clearing lines ive cut with just one of these. We have cut with some work 10 diameter oaks. And its peaceful you dont have to have the noise of chainsaws running and hauling gas and gear miles from the truck. A crew of 2 line cutters and some elbow grease can clear some serious brush and fell trees. It will put some arms on ya too.
Posts: 25,126