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  • How To Skid Logs by Hand
    Basic

    How To Skid Logs by Hand (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 13, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Basic

    There are a few effective methods of skidding logs by hand. One is by creating a lever(using a big rock and a long metal stick) and the other is by…

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  • Chainsaw Too Much Compression
    Troubleshooting

    Chainsaw Too Much Compression (15 Solutions Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 12, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Troubleshooting

    Carbon build-up in cylinder & piston, bad needle bearing, overused starter spring, oil in the starter system, old or bad fuel, etc can cause too much compression in Chainsaws. By…

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  • Chainsaw No Spark
    Troubleshooting

    Chainsaw No Spark: Causes & Solution (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 11, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Troubleshooting

    Chainsaws may lack a spark due to a number of issues, including faulty spark plugs, bad ignition coils, and ignition switch problems. Spark plugs, responsible for igniting the fuel mixture…

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  • How Much Compression Should a Chainsaw Have
    Troubleshooting

    How Much Compression Should a Chainsaw Have (Expert Guide)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 10, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Troubleshooting

    The ideal compression level for a chainsaw varies depending on factors such as the brand, model, size, motor capacity, and temperature. If a chainsaw has a small engine, it requires…

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  • Chainsaw Primer Bulb Temporary Fix
    Troubleshooting

    Chainsaw Primer Bulb Temporary Fix (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 9, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Troubleshooting

    Use a can of carb cleaner sprayed into the breather/filter assembly. If that doesn’t work, try gently tapping on the side of the bulb with a screwdriver or other tool….

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  • How To Clean Chainsaw Chain
    Bar & Chain

    How To Clean Chainsaw Chain? (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 8, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Bar & Chain

    Do your chainsaw chain look dirty? Do you want it to work efficiently? Chainsaw chains can become dirty and clogged with debris. This can cause the chain to slow down…

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  • Chainsaw Bar Sprocket Seized
    Troubleshooting

    Chainsaw Bar Sprocket Seized: How To Fix It? (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 7, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Troubleshooting

    Brake cleaner gives the best result for fixing the chainsaw bar sprocket. You can also use Boeshield T-9 or Green Degreaser. Brushing with carpet/wood, flowing oil in large amounts, or…

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  • Chainsaw Bogs Down When Cutting
    Troubleshooting

    Chainsaw Bogs Down When Cutting (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 6, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Troubleshooting

    Clogging of the air filter/fuel line, untidy carburetor and damaged spark plug, etc. can cause a chainsaw to bog down when cutting. Cleaning the air filter and spark arrestor with…

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  • What Size File for a .325 Chain
    Accessories

    What Size File for a .325 Chain (Explained)

    ByChris Ross Posted onSeptember 5, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Accessories

    According to the size and pitch of the .325 chain, the ideal file is 3/16 inches (4.8 mm), and the depth gauge is .025. You can use a plastic roll…

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  • Chainsaw Bar Turned Blue
    Bar & Chain

    Chainsaw Bar Turned Blue (Causes, Solutions & Pro Tips)

    ByChris Ross Posted onJune 9, 2021August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025 Bar & Chain

    When a chainsaw bar turns blue, it is usually due to heat and friction issues. While a blue chainsaw bar may indicate overheating, it does not necessarily mean that the…

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