Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    tops's Avatar
    tops Posts: 12, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Apr 18, 2006, 04:53 PM
    Chain saw
    I have a 14" chain saw but haven't used it in several years. I put in gas and oil and it started right up. I changed the saw blade and added gear and sprocket oil. Now the saw smokes and drips oil. Also the blade doesn't come to a complete stop when the trigger is released. I moves at a slow pace unless I use the kick back handle. Any suggestions
    thebriggsdude's Avatar
    thebriggsdude Posts: 1,096, Reputation: 53
    Ultra Member
    		  
    #2

    Apr 18, 2006, 07:50 PM
    I'm not much into chainsaws, either the brake is worn out, or its running a little too fast for it to stop, as for the oil, what ratio are you using? IF its really old a carb rebuild isn't a bad idea.
    fredg's Avatar
    fredg Posts: 4,926, Reputation: 674
    Ultra Member
    		  
    #3

    Apr 19, 2006, 07:15 AM
    HI,
    As a chain saw operator on many occasions, it's normal for the ones I have used to idle slowly, slowly turning the chain. It usually won't completely stop unless the Brake handle is engaged.
    As for the smoking, I agree with the previous answer. You might have too much oil in your gas mixture. It is a "miracle" that it started right up after several years!
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Hampton Bay pull chain [ 3 Answers ]

I disconnected all 4 wires from the pull chain before writing down their configuration. I have 2- black wires, a red wire and a blue wire. My new pull switch is labeled L - 1 - 2- 3. Does anyone know the wiring configuration?:confused:

Chain pulled out! Nowhere to turn! [ 4 Answers ]

Hello, I own a Hampton Bay ceiling fan and it has two chains, one for fan speeds and one for the light. I have a switch on the wall that enables me to turn both on or off and the chains allow me to switch them individually. I just left the room after a conversation and pulled the light chain and...

Timing chain? [ 2 Answers ]

?? My '72 Bonneville has begun to diesel when accelerating. It began just when really pressing hard, but now does it on slow starts from a stop sign. I've put high octane in it, to no avail. It currently has 122K; does it sound like the timing chain's slipped?

View more questions Search