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What does chain saw oil oil?
I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just
thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now -- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
micky writes:
I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now -- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) The oil is supposed to end up on the chain. Recently I made a trip to our local hardware store and they had no chain oil in stock. I did some Googling around and read that vegetable oil works. And it does seem to work pretty well. Another thing I noticed after cleaning up some of the mess from Sandy, frequent sharpening of the blade is a good idea. -- Dan Espen |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote:
What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon |
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micky wrote:
I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now -- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) Hang the chainsaw on a nail using the small hole at the end of the bar. With the bar facing up in storage the oil will stay in the saw's oil tank. -- Bill In Hamptonburgh, NY In the original Orange County. Est. 1683 To email, remove the double zeros after @ |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Jun 15, 6:52*pm, micky wrote:
I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. * But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. *It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? *Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? * Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now *-- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) I have 2 electric chain saws, a 14" and a 16" that leak oil, so I usually fill them just before I go to use the saw. But itis a pain in the butt to have to stop to addoil just when I am planning on cutting tree limbs or getting a log cut into sections to split for firewood. THe only solution seems to be to keep the saws horixontal when not using, but the room I have in my garage is better suited to hanging them up with the chain end down and so the oil runs out. I slip a newspaper bag over the chain before hanging each saw upright so at least the oil is contained in the plastic bag. I would love to figure out how to stop the leak, but everyone I know has that same exact problem. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
"Dan Espen" wrote in message ... The oil is supposed to end up on the chain. Recently I made a trip to our local hardware store and they had no chain oil in stock. I did some Googling around and read that vegetable oil works. And it does seem to work pretty well. Another thing I noticed after cleaning up some of the mess from Sandy, frequent sharpening of the blade is a good idea. Most any kind of oil can be used. As it goes into the enviroment, you really should use some that is biodegradable ( or what ever the buzz word is ). It should not harm the enviroment. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:30:46 -0700 (PDT), "
wrote: On Jun 15, 6:52*pm, micky wrote: I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. * But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. *It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? *Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? * Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now *-- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) I have 2 electric chain saws, a 14" and a 16" that leak oil, so I usually fill them just before I go to use the saw. But itis a pain in the butt to have to stop to addoil just when I am planning on cutting tree limbs or getting a log cut into sections to split for firewood. THe only solution seems to be to keep the saws horixontal when not using, but the room I have in my garage is better suited to hanging them up with the chain end down and so the oil runs out. I slip a newspaper bag over the chain before hanging each saw upright so at least the oil is contained in the plastic bag. I would love to figure out how to stop the leak, but everyone I know has that same exact problem. You and Willshak need to talk to each other. When you resolve things, I'll do whatever you agree on. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
"Ralph Mowery" writes:
"Dan Espen" wrote in message ... The oil is supposed to end up on the chain. Recently I made a trip to our local hardware store and they had no chain oil in stock. I did some Googling around and read that vegetable oil works. And it does seem to work pretty well. Another thing I noticed after cleaning up some of the mess from Sandy, frequent sharpening of the blade is a good idea. Most any kind of oil can be used. As it goes into the enviroment, you really should use some that is biodegradable ( or what ever the buzz word is ). It should not harm the enviroment. That's pretty much what I found through Google. Not only does the oil end up in the environment, it also ends up on your face and clothes. Vegetable oil seems like a good choice. -- Dan Espen |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:43:51 -0400, "Ralph Mowery"
wrote: "Dan Espen" wrote in message ... The oil is supposed to end up on the chain. Recently I made a trip to our local hardware store and they had no chain oil in stock. I did some Googling around and read that vegetable oil works. And it does seem to work pretty well. Another thing I noticed after cleaning up some of the mess from Sandy, frequent sharpening of the blade is a good idea. Most any kind of oil can be used. Can I use PAM? I've been using the same aerosol can of PAM for 30 years now, since I only use it hoping the snow won't stick to the snow shovel. Finishing this can is on my bucket list. (Recently I finished a box of baking soda I've had in my 'fridge for 30 years. My 'fridge allegedly has a special surface that doesn't absorb odors (enamel?) so I only used the baking soda to clean car batteries. The rest of the time it just sits in the fridge. I'm so happy to be rid of it. ) As it goes into the enviroment, you really should use some that is biodegradable ( or what ever the buzz word is ). It should not harm the enviroment. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:30:46 -0700 (PDT), "
wrote: using, but the room I have in my garage is better suited to hanging them up with the chain end down and so the oil runs out. I slip a newspaper bag over the chain before hanging each saw upright so at least the oil is contained in the plastic bag. I would love to figure out how to stop the leak, but everyone I know has that same exact problem. Put it in an anti-gravity bag. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:37:11 -0400, Dan Espen
wrote: "Ralph Mowery" writes: "Dan Espen" wrote in message ... The oil is supposed to end up on the chain. Recently I made a trip to our local hardware store and they had no chain oil in stock. I did some Googling around and read that vegetable oil works. And it does seem to work pretty well. Another thing I noticed after cleaning up some of the mess from Sandy, frequent sharpening of the blade is a good idea. Most any kind of oil can be used. As it goes into the enviroment, you really should use some that is biodegradable ( or what ever the buzz word is ). It should not harm the enviroment. That's pretty much what I found through Google. Not only does the oil end up in the environment, it also ends up on your face and clothes. This chain oil is marked, I forget the words, but something that means it doesn't get thrown off the chain. And that seems to be the case, it doesn't get on me. But of course, it doesn't stay on the saw forever or I wouldn't need to add more. I guess I can use PAM. It's mostly canola oil. Origin of the name "Product of Arthur Meyerhoff" Vegetable oil seems like a good choice. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken
wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. I'm about 3/4 done with my tree. There's still a small amount above my head stuck in the bushes and a tree outside the fence, and there are some logs too heavy for me to lift, or at least to throw over the 40" fence, across the 5' easement, and down into the stream bed. These are two 8 or 10 foot pieces, so maybe tomorrow I'll cut them short enough to throw. I left about 12 or 15 feet of trunk still attached to the ground, and it didn't pop up Tuesday, right after the rest of the tree was cut off of it, but since Wednesday, it's gone from a 30^ angle to the ground to a 45^ angle. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Jun 15, 4:52*pm, micky wrote:
I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. * But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. *It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? *Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? * Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now *-- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) Lots of replies, some wrong information. No, you cannot use 'use just any oil' Bar and chain oil has a special additive to help it stay on the chain. It is ther to lubricate the chain and bar. The 'stickum' is needed so the chain doesn't sling it all off as it goes arund the nose of the bar. You mention "it does get hot" somewhere - that's why, you are using the wrong oil. If you don't know how to adjust the chain, please have a dealer show you or hang up the saw and don't use it. YOu ae abusing a fine piece of equipment. Care/maintenance of a chainsaw is not rocket science. Running a loose chain is begging for it to be thrown off and wrap around some part of your body;. Harry K |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
The oil does a couple things: Lubes where the chain touches the bar. Lubes the rivets, when the chain curves around the sprocket, and around the tip.
The bar oil that's made for that is a bit sticky, so it stays on better. I've heard that new motor oil is acceptable if needed. Used crank case oil will wear out the bar and chain, it's full of abrasive metal pieces. Eco friendly is good. Be sure to use an oil that has come out of the ground, as it's going back into the ground. .. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. .. "Ralph Mowery" wrote in message ... Most any kind of oil can be used. As it goes into the enviroment, you really should use some that is biodegradable ( or what ever the buzz word is ). It should not harm the enviroment. |
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On 06/15/2013 08:00 PM, micky wrote:
On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. The right way is fixing whatever problem exists with the automatic oiler. The bar oil should be continually provinding regular drops of oil as you are cutting (you can check this by pointing the tip of the bar at a piece of cardboard and looking for the fine splatter). Jon |
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I doubt Pam will soak far enough in, to lube the rivets
and the bar surface. Just a SWAG. I've heard of people use a spray can of teflon lube, give it a squirt every several seconds during cutting. .. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. .. "micky" wrote in message ... Can I use PAM? I've been using the same aerosol can of PAM for 30 years now, since I only use it hoping the snow won't stick to the snow shovel. Finishing this can is on my bucket list. |
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I've seen them on Amazon, and Ebay. Not all
that expensive, either. Made with 10% real dilithium crystals. The good ones are fuzzy, and warm because of the tribble skin coating. .. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. .. "Ed Pawlowski" wrote in message ... least the oil is contained in the plastic bag. I would love to figure out how to stop the leak, but everyone I know has that same exact problem. Put it in an anti-gravity bag. |
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On 6/16/2013 9:44 AM, Stormin Mormon wrote:
I doubt Pam will soak far enough in, to lube the rivets and the bar surface. Just a SWAG. I've heard of people use a spray can of teflon lube, give it a squirt every several seconds during cutting. . Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org . . "micky" wrote in message ... Can I use PAM? I've been using the same aerosol can of PAM for 30 years now, since I only use it hoping the snow won't stick to the snow shovel. Finishing this can is on my bucket list. Had an experience several years ago where I used an old can of Teflon mold release to lube my bicycle chain. After a few weeks, the chain started to rust. Apparently no oil in it to protect the chain from moisture. I believe in using a product designed for the use. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Jun 16, 9:42*am, Jon Danniken
wrote: On 06/15/2013 08:00 PM, micky wrote: On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. *Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. * It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. *I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. * I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. The right way is fixing whatever problem exists with the automatic oiler. *The bar oil should be continually provinding regular drops of oil as you are cutting (you can check this by pointing the tip of the bar at a piece of cardboard and looking for the fine splatter). Jon- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - From what he says, apparently it has a MANUAL oiling system, not automatic. In which case it must be ancient, because I've never seen one. Even my old 1970s Stihl has an automatic oiler. And if it's that old, probably not worth fixing, unless it's a simple DIY that requires no parts. Personally, even if it was working, if it required pushing a bulb periodically to oil it, IDK how you could put up with that, except for very limited use. I recently bought a new electric saw online for $80. |
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On Jun 16, 1:12*am, Harry K wrote:
On Jun 15, 4:52*pm, micky wrote: I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. * But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. *It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? *Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? * Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now *-- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) Lots of replies, some wrong information. No, you cannot use 'use just any oil' *Bar and chain oil has a special additive to help it stay on the chain. *It is ther to lubricate the chain and bar. *The 'stickum' is needed so the chain doesn't sling it all off as it goes arund the nose of the bar. You mention "it does get hot" somewhere - that's why, you are using the wrong oil. If you don't know how to adjust the chain, please have a dealer show you or hang up the saw and don't use it. YOu ae abusing a fine piece of equipment. How do you know it's not a total piece of junk? The fact that from what he says, it apparently has a manual oiler, one that is leaking too, would suggest that it isn't a fine one. |
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Now I know why I read this group... I just learned something... I'm headed to the garage now to hammer a nail in the wall. |
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On Jun 16, 7:00*am, "
wrote: On Jun 16, 9:42*am, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 08:00 PM, micky wrote: On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. *Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. * It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. *I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. * I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. The right way is fixing whatever problem exists with the automatic oiler. *The bar oil should be continually provinding regular drops of oil as you are cutting (you can check this by pointing the tip of the bar at a piece of cardboard and looking for the fine splatter). Jon- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - From what he says, apparently it has a MANUAL oiling system, not automatic. *In which case it must be ancient, because I've never seen one. *Even my old 1970s Stihl has an automatic oiler. *And if it's that old, probably not worth fixing, unless it's a simple DIY that requires no parts. * *Personally, even if it was working, if it required pushing a bulb periodically to oil it, IDK how you could put up with that, except for very limited use. *I recently bought a new electric saw online for $80. I ran those old gear drives and some straight drives with manual oilers. Not fun. Last one was in 1976 with my old man's X:!@. Dunno how old that one was. From Micky's posts he doesn't seem to know anything about chainsaws - hope he doesn't harm himself cutting up that tree. Harry K Harry K |
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On Jun 16, 7:05*am, "
wrote: On Jun 16, 1:12*am, Harry K wrote: On Jun 15, 4:52*pm, micky wrote: I probably should have asked this question years ago, but I just thought of it. My 15", 3.25 HP Craftsman electric chainsaw has a built-in oiler, if one pushes the rubber bulb with his thumb. * But the oil chamber leaks so I've been using aerosol oil. *It's made mostly for motorcycle chains, but I was told it's good for chainsaws too. What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? *Or the chain's teeth where they rub on the wood being cut? * Or both? I always thought it was the first, but with that cottonwood tree hanging over my yard (and now lying in the yard) I've probably done as much cutting in two days as in the previous 10 years, so I shoulld know the right answer by now. (Actually, I would fill the oil chamber since I'm using the saw so much right now *-- even when it leaks out it only makes a little mess, but it's empty again next time I need it -- , but I can't find the non-aerosol chain oil and I keep forgetting to look again.) Lots of replies, some wrong information. No, you cannot use 'use just any oil' *Bar and chain oil has a special additive to help it stay on the chain. *It is ther to lubricate the chain and bar. *The 'stickum' is needed so the chain doesn't sling it all off as it goes arund the nose of the bar. You mention "it does get hot" somewhere - that's why, you are using the wrong oil. If you don't know how to adjust the chain, please have a dealer show you or hang up the saw and don't use it. YOu ae abusing a fine piece of equipment. How do you know it's not a total piece of junk? *The fact that from what he says, it apparently has a manual oiler, one that is leaking too, would *suggest that it isn't a fine one. Even old ancient saws are collector items. I'll bet he is also running a dull chain. Harry K |
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On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 07:00:17 -0700 (PDT), "
wrote: On Jun 16, 9:42*am, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 08:00 PM, micky wrote: On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. *Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. * It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. *I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. * I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. The right way is fixing whatever problem exists with the automatic I think it's a manual oiler. oiler. *The bar oil should be continually provinding regular drops of oil as you are cutting (you can check this by pointing the tip of the bar at a piece of cardboard and looking for the fine splatter). I'm almost done now, but I found the chailn oil so, I may try this (see following post) Jon- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - From what he says, apparently it has a MANUAL oiling That's what I thought. It has a rubber bulb, or half-bulb, that one squeezes. I assume that is to oil the chain. Unless it's to oil the chain at the start and it's automatic from then on, but that thought never occurred to me until just now. The bulb is built into the cap of the oil container. I was wrong about the brand. It's a Remington, 16-inch, 3.25 HP. Black plastic with a separate handle for the left hand. system, not automatic. In which case it must be ancient, because I've never seen one. Even my old 1970s Stihl has an automatic oiler. And if it's that old, probably not worth fixing, unless it's a simple DIY that requires no parts. Personally, even if it was working, if it required pushing a bulb periodically to oil it, IDK how you could put up with that, except for very limited use. I recently bought a new electric saw online for $80. I only spray oil on it every 15 minutes of actual cutting, or maybe less often. Beggars can't be choosers. In a way, I might be happy if it broke, because I would buy a new replacement, complete with instructions and, from what you say, automatic oiling. |
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What does chain saw oil oil?
On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 09:52:25 -0400, Frank
wrote: On 6/16/2013 9:44 AM, Stormin Mormon wrote: I doubt Pam will soak far enough in, to lube the rivets and the bar surface. Just a SWAG. I've heard of people use a spray can of teflon lube, give it a squirt every several seconds during cutting. . Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org . . "micky" wrote in message ... Can I use PAM? I've been using the same aerosol can of PAM for 30 years now, since I only use it hoping the snow won't stick to the snow shovel. Finishing this can is on my bucket list. Had an experience several years ago where I used an old can of Teflon mold release to lube my bicycle chain. After a few weeks, the chain started to rust. Apparently no oil in it to protect the chain from moisture. I believe in using a product designed for the use. Makes sense. Despite what a couple guys here said, I decided against vegetable oil in general. Might be slippery at room temperatures, but the chain gets a lot hotter. Maybe it shouldn't but it does. BTW, I remember now. This saw didnt' cut when I got it at the yard sale. I wasn't in one of my stupid periods and I figured out pretty quickly that the chain was on backwards, despite my lack of experience. |
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On Jun 16, 8:19*pm, micky wrote:
On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 09:52:25 -0400, Frank wrote: On 6/16/2013 9:44 AM, Stormin Mormon wrote: I doubt Pam will soak far enough in, to lube the rivets and the bar surface. Just a SWAG. I've heard of people use a spray can of teflon lube, give it a squirt every several seconds during cutting. . Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus * *www.lds.org . . "micky" wrote in messagenews:7i9qr85q2u6raanus0kjo4vhj4sc59dive@4ax .com... Can I use PAM? * *I've been using the same aerosol can of PAM for 30 years now, since I only use it hoping the snow won't stick to the snow shovel. * Finishing this can is on my bucket list. Had an experience several years ago where I used an old can of Teflon mold release to lube my bicycle chain. *After a few weeks, the chain started to rust. *Apparently no oil in it to protect the chain from moisture. I believe in using a product designed for the use. Makes sense. * Despite what a couple guys here said, I decided against vegetable oil in general. *Might be slippery at room temperatures, but the chain gets a lot hotter. *Maybe it shouldn't but it does. So what? Vegetable oil isn't slippery anymore just because it gets hotter? I still have an old gallon of Stihl bar oil from decades ago. Says right on the container it's soybean oil. I'm sure they put some other additives in it to improve the performance. I wouldn't put straight veg oil in a brand new Stihl that I was using everyday. But for some crappy old electric craftsman, that is leaking oil, has a manual oil system, that I picked up for $10 at a yard sale, I sure would. |
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On Jun 16, 8:11*pm, micky wrote:
On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 07:00:17 -0700 (PDT), " wrote: On Jun 16, 9:42*am, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 08:00 PM, micky wrote: On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. *Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. * It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. *I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. * I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. The right way is fixing whatever problem exists with the automatic I think it's a manual oiler. oiler. *The bar oil should be continually provinding regular drops of oil as you are cutting (you can check this by pointing the tip of the bar at a piece of cardboard and looking for the fine splatter). I'm almost done now, but I found the chailn oil so, I may try this (see following post) Jon- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - From what he says, apparently it has a MANUAL oiling That's what I thought. * It has a rubber bulb, or half-bulb, that one squeezes. *I assume that is to oil the chain. *Unless it's to oil the chain at the start and it's automatic from then on, but that thought never occurred to me until just now. The bulb is built into the cap of the oil container. I was wrong about the brand. *It's a Remington, 16-inch, 3.25 HP. Black plastic with a separate handle for the left hand. system, not automatic. *In which case it must be ancient, because I've never seen one. *Even my old 1970s Stihl has an automatic oiler. *And if it's that old, probably not worth fixing, unless it's a simple DIY that requires no parts. * *Personally, even if it was working, if it required pushing a bulb periodically to oil it, IDK how you could put up with that, except for very limited use. *I recently bought a new electric saw online for $80. I only spray oil on it every 15 minutes of actual cutting, or maybe less often. Ummm, given that auto-oilers put out oil constantly, very slowly, that sounds like a real bad idea. I've never had a manual oiler, but I would suspect that you have to get oil on it a lot more often than every 15 mins. I would think more like every few minutes. And putting more on each time isn't going to do much good, it will just fly off. Beggars can't be choosers. * In a way, I might be happy if it broke, because I would buy a new replacement, complete with instructions and, from what you say, automatic oiling.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - |
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On Jun 16, 8:02*pm, "
wrote: On Jun 16, 8:11*pm, micky wrote: On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 07:00:17 -0700 (PDT), " wrote: On Jun 16, 9:42*am, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 08:00 PM, micky wrote: On Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:05:56 -0700, Jon Danniken wrote: On 06/15/2013 04:52 PM, micky wrote: What is it I'm supposed to be oiling? * *The rubbing area between the bar and the chain? Yes. *Try not using some and watch the motor bog down as the friction between the bar and the chain turn the both of them hot enough to cause blisters. Jon Thanks. * It's gotten pretty hot, but it's never slowed down, I think, probably because the chain is very loose. *I tried to tighten it months ago and I don't remember what happened that it's still so loose. * I probably used the wrong technique. But anyhow, I've been spraying the oil on the bar or the chain from the side, and letting it run towards the edge of the bar, so this means I've been doing that part the right way. The right way is fixing whatever problem exists with the automatic I think it's a manual oiler. oiler. *The bar oil should be continually provinding regular drops of oil as you are cutting (you can check this by pointing the tip of the bar at a piece of cardboard and looking for the fine splatter). I'm almost done now, but I found the chailn oil so, I may try this (see following post) Jon- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - From what he says, apparently it has a MANUAL oiling That's what I thought. * It has a rubber bulb, or half-bulb, that one squeezes. *I assume that is to oil the chain. *Unless it's to oil the chain at the start and it's automatic from then on, but that thought never occurred to me until just now. The bulb is built into the cap of the oil container. I was wrong about the brand. *It's a Remington, 16-inch, 3.25 HP. Black plastic with a separate handle for the left hand. system, not automatic. *In which case it must be ancient, because I've never seen one. *Even my old 1970s Stihl has an automatic oiler. *And if it's that old, probably not worth fixing, unless it's a simple DIY that requires no parts. * *Personally, even if it was working, if it required pushing a bulb periodically to oil it, IDK how you could put up with that, except for very limited use. *I recently bought a new electric saw online for $80. I only spray oil on it every 15 minutes of actual cutting, or maybe less often. Ummm, given that auto-oilers put out oil constantly, very slowly, that sounds like a real bad idea. *I've never had a manual oiler, but I would suspect that you have to get oil on it a lot more often than every 15 mins. * I would think more like every few minutes. *And putting more on each time isn't going to do much good, it will just fly off. Beggars can't be choosers. * In a way, I might be happy if it broke, because I would buy a new replacement, complete with instructions and, from what you say, automatic oiling.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - I also have a Remington electric with the half-dome rubber bulb in the middle of the oil filler cap. I always squirt some oil before starting to cut, and then can sort of tell by the sound when it is not actually cutting if it needs more oil, besides what ever drips out from the auto-oiler. The noise levels doesn't get louder so much as it just sounds different. |
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On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 18:57:37 -0700 (PDT), "
wrote: In a way, I might be happy if it broke, because I would buy a new replacement, complete with instructions and, from what you say, automatic oiling. I also have a Remington electric with the half-dome rubber bulb in the middle of the oil filler cap. I always squirt some oil before starting to cut, and then can sort of tell by the sound when it is not actually cutting if it needs more oil, besides what ever drips out from the auto-oiler. The noise levels doesn't get louder so much as it just sounds different. Thanks. I will try that. |
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Glad I'm not the only one to do that backwards
chain snafu. I also heard of a worker who smoked a drill bit badly. Turns out hubby had been using the drill to remove screws, and it was spinning left. Most drill bits go right, in the northern hemisphere. .. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. .. "micky" wrote in message ... Makes sense. Despite what a couple guys here said, I decided against vegetable oil in general. Might be slippery at room temperatures, but the chain gets a lot hotter. Maybe it shouldn't but it does. BTW, I remember now. This saw didnt' cut when I got it at the yard sale. I wasn't in one of my stupid periods and I figured out pretty quickly that the chain was on backwards, despite my lack of experience. |
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On Sunday, June 16, 2013 10:30:48 PM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote:
Glad I'm not the only one to do that backwards chain snafu. I also heard of a worker who smoked a drill bit badly. Turns out hubby had been using the drill to remove screws, and it was spinning left. Most drill bits go right, in the northern hemisphere. I've never ever had anybody hand me a drill without reversing it first. So I return the favor every chance I get. It's part of the Guy Code. |
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"TimR" wrote in message ... On Sunday, June 16, 2013 10:30:48 PM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote: Glad I'm not the only one to do that backwards chain snafu. I also heard of a worker who smoked a drill bit badly. Turns out hubby had been using the drill to remove screws, and it was spinning left. Most drill bits go right, in the northern hemisphere. I've never ever had anybody hand me a drill without reversing it first. So I return the favor every chance I get. It's part of the Guy Code. I handed a battery powered drill to a woman mechanic where I worked with it set in reverse.She was not hitting on much as the smarts go, but got the job as part of the political system. She only had to drill one 1/4 inch hole in some cast iron about 1/4 of an inch thick. She drilled for a while and then mentioned something about a switch on the top of the drill. I told here to turn it. It was a speed switch. It slowed down . After about 30 seconds she said it was not doing as good as the first way, so I told her to turn it back. It looked like it was going to rain ( we were outside) so I told her to look under the drill at the other switch (the reversing one) and change it and see what hapens. She finally did get the hole drilled. There were several others looking on and snikering at her. |
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On Sunday, June 16, 2013 9:42:02 AM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote:
Used crank case oil will wear out the bar and chain, it's full of abrasive metal pieces. Bull****. If used motor oil were full of abrasive metal pieces, your car's engine wouldn't have run long enough to get the oil warmed up to change it the last time! The used motor oil was good enough for a close-tolerance multi-cylinder reciprocating engine 5 minutes before you dumped it. It is surely adequate for a sloppy-fitting chain riding in a track and being subjected to all sorts of contamination and abuse 5 minutes AFTER you dumped it. |
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On Jun 17, 8:05*am, wrote:
On Sunday, June 16, 2013 9:42:02 AM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote: Used crank case oil will wear out the bar and chain, it's full of abrasive metal pieces. Bull****. If used motor oil were full of abrasive metal pieces, your car's engine wouldn't have run long enough to get the oil warmed up to change it the last time! The used motor oil was good enough for a close-tolerance multi-cylinder reciprocating engine 5 minutes before you dumped it. It is surely adequate for a sloppy-fitting chain riding in a track and being subjected to all sorts of contamination and abuse 5 minutes AFTER you dumped it. Thanks for posting that. I have seen the "full of abrasives and metal pieces" many times and thought it was pretty asinine. Harry K |
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My anecdotal evidence is that my friend Jerry, used to live a couple hours drive south of me. He used bar oil, and the neighbor used crank case oil. The neighbor's chains wore out a lot faster.
.. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. .. wrote in message ... On Sunday, June 16, 2013 9:42:02 AM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote: Used crank case oil will wear out the bar and chain, it's full of abrasive metal pieces. Bull****. If used motor oil were full of abrasive metal pieces, your car's engine wouldn't have run long enough to get the oil warmed up to change it the last time! The used motor oil was good enough for a close-tolerance multi-cylinder reciprocating engine 5 minutes before you dumped it. It is surely adequate for a sloppy-fitting chain riding in a track and being subjected to all sorts of contamination and abuse 5 minutes AFTER you dumped it. |
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That's a brief, and to the point way to describe it.
.. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. .. "Big Al" wrote in message ... The used motor oil was good enough for a close-tolerance multi-cylinder reciprocating engine 5 minutes before you dumped it. It is surely adequate for a sloppy-fitting chain riding in a track and being subjected to all sorts of contamination and abuse 5 minutes AFTER you dumped it. Using old drain oil is penny wise and pound foolish! But hey, it's your saw! |
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On Jun 18, 5:25*am, "Stormin Mormon"
wrote: My anecdotal evidence is that my friend Jerry, used to live a couple hours drive south of me. He used bar oil, and the neighbor used crank case oil. The neighbor's chains wore out a lot faster. . Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus * *www.lds.org . . wrote in ... On Sunday, June 16, 2013 9:42:02 AM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote: Used crank case oil will wear out the bar and chain, it's full of abrasive metal pieces. Bull****. If used motor oil were full of abrasive metal pieces, your car's engine wouldn't have run long enough to get the oil warmed up to change it the last time! The used motor oil was good enough for a close-tolerance multi-cylinder reciprocating engine 5 minutes before you dumped it. It is surely adequate for a sloppy-fitting chain riding in a track and being subjected to all sorts of contamination and abuse 5 minutes AFTER you dumped it. Now there is firm scientific evidence...but mine cancels yours. I use bar oil and my chains wear out faster than my neighbors. Iwond if my cutting 10+ cord/yr and him only using his saw to trim stuff around the yard would have anything to do with it...hmmm? Anecdotal evidence is only good for laughs. Harry K |
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On Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:12:33 -0700 (PDT), Harry K
wrote: On Jun 18, 5:25*am, "Stormin Mormon" wrote: My anecdotal evidence is that my friend Jerry, used to live a couple hours drive south of me. He used bar oil, and the neighbor used crank case oil. The neighbor's chains wore out a lot faster. . Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus * *www.lds.org . . wrote in ... On Sunday, June 16, 2013 9:42:02 AM UTC-4, Stormin Mormon wrote: Used crank case oil will wear out the bar and chain, it's full of abrasive metal pieces. Bull****. If used motor oil were full of abrasive metal pieces, your car's engine wouldn't have run long enough to get the oil warmed up to change it the last time! The used motor oil was good enough for a close-tolerance multi-cylinder reciprocating engine 5 minutes before you dumped it. It is surely adequate for a sloppy-fitting chain riding in a track and being subjected to all sorts of contamination and abuse 5 minutes AFTER you dumped it. Now there is firm scientific evidence...but mine cancels yours. I use bar oil and my chains wear out faster than my neighbors. Iwond if my cutting 10+ cord/yr and him only using his saw to trim stuff around the yard would have anything to do with it...hmmm? Anecdotal evidence is only good for laughs. Harry K Stormin never said his was anything but anecdotal. Heck, 90% of what's posted here is anecdotal when you get down to it. Sometimes that's all ya got. |
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