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Catch 5049
Jul 20, 2012, 05:38 AM
Stihl 041AV chain is seizing up after cutting for a short time. Sprocket seizes, clutch is free. Tried two different bars and chains. Could it possibly be something in the oil pump although it oils well. Thanks

crigby
Jul 20, 2012, 06:55 PM
Hi,
Do I gather you mean the sprocket on the tip of the bar? Could easilly be the pump, but I would guess a dirty oil pickup or old oil line that is collapsed on itself.
Peace,
Clarke

Catch 5049
Jul 21, 2012, 05:19 AM
Hi,
Do I gather you mean the sprocket on the tip of the bar? Coulc easilly be the pump, but i would guess a dirty oil pickup or old oil line that is collapsed on itself.
Peace,
Clarke

No,Crigby, the chain drive sprocket. Thanks for the reply.