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Post by blazer296 on Jun 19, 2009 22:17:54 GMT -5
Do to the increasing difficulty of finding bars for some of our saws, I thought this might be a useful thread. I don't know much on this topic, but I'm sure others here do. Hopefully we can put together some good info to help us prolong the life of the bars we have. If anyone has tips for rehabilitating worn out bars, that would be helpful as well. What little I do know, 1) ALWAYS keep chains sharp, and depth guides set correctly. As with any "edged" tool it is easier on the tool, the user, AND is a lot SAFER. If you force a dull tool to cut, there is more chance of it breaking or slipping/grabbing somewhere it shouldn't. (Geez, I sound like my Dad.  ) 2)Keep the bar out of the ground. 3) Use the proper oil(s) in the proper amounts. Who's got more, hopefully better tips? |
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Post by MCS on Jun 20, 2009 7:02:47 GMT -5
You are right about finding new replacement bars for the Homelites. Oregon still lists a few for the SXL size and SEZ but the "C" bars which fit a lot of the older saws just aren't there. Bailey's has had some on closeout. www.baileysonline.com/itemdetail.asp?item=ORLT+20+BH63&catID=704About bar life and chain too: Dull chains increase heel wear on the cutters and bar rails. Like you said, no dirt, good bar and chain oil, and sharp cutters go a long way in reducing wear. |
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Post by billg on Jun 21, 2009 16:32:23 GMT -5
The old C series bars are the ones I have the most trouble with also. I have got a few options I am working on.
Bill
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Post by OBR on Jun 21, 2009 18:01:52 GMT -5
....bill....are you thinking of making a run of bars?
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Post by MCS on Jun 21, 2009 22:39:52 GMT -5
I talked to a bar shop last fall that is located somewhere out west. I was trying to get some ideas on what to do with my MCS bar (.050 gauge). The bar is laminated so it has to stay .050 gauge but he said they could make me a new bar. I took some pictures and measurements of my mount pattern and I'm going to email it to them to and get some idea of what it would cost to machine up a .063 gauge bar. I have enough #10 for one and maybe two chains. Has anyone ever done something like this?
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Post by billg on Jun 22, 2009 2:16:47 GMT -5
....bill....are you thinking of making a run of bars? Oh no not at all That would be way too expensive. Bill |
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Post by billg on Jun 22, 2009 2:18:45 GMT -5
I talked to a bar shop last fall that is located somewhere out west. I was trying to get some ideas on what to do with my MCS bar (.050 gauge). The bar is laminated so it has to stay .050 gauge but he said they could make me a new bar. I took some pictures and measurements of my mount pattern and I'm going to email it to them to and get some idea of what it would cost to machine up a .063 gauge bar. I have enough #10 for one and maybe two chains. Has anyone ever done something like this? The gentleman you probably talked with was Bill Davenport. He can set you up very fairly. Bill |
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Post by lesorubcheek on Jun 22, 2009 6:48:11 GMT -5
As for C series bars, I think I remember Hoss and Thall discussing over at AS that the large mount Stihl bars can be converted to fit these. I haven't tried one yet, but am itching to once I find the time. Need to make a spacer and re-drill the oiler holes, but if it'll work, at least these bars are still out there. Its all about finding something wide enough at the tail end so the chain will clear the bosses around the studs.
Dan
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Post by blazer296 on Jun 22, 2009 6:56:36 GMT -5
Anybody know the specifics on modifying the stihl bar for a C? That would be a lot easier to find anyway.
Jim
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Post by billg on Jun 22, 2009 13:43:53 GMT -5
Anybody know the specifics on modifying the stihl bar for a C? That would be a lot easier to find anyway. Jim How long of a bar are you wanting? Bill |
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Post by redsqwrl on Jun 22, 2009 17:43:23 GMT -5
Anybody know the specifics on modifying the stihl bar for a C? That would be a lot easier to find anyway. Jim I can help you with ?Husky bar mounts..... I run husky bars on my c-series saws. I buy close outs from baileys and fit them with a Die grinder. RS |
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Post by blazer296 on Jun 22, 2009 19:38:15 GMT -5
Maybe I confused everyone, I just got 2 N.O.S. bars. I know how hard  they are to find, so, I was interested in ways to help them last longer. I am sure I am not alone, and thought this would make a good source of information for others. I have not been here long and have found a ton of useful information here. My only hope is to help promote further sharing. Since I have limited knowledge in this area I try to post ?? where others can see. Hopefully if someone is looking for the same parts, recommendations, or just curious, this will help. If there are ways of making other bars work for C-series type mount, please, by all means share that info too. I am sure it would help numerous others in the future avoid a lot of searching. If my old C-71 is any example, they are very reliable old beasts. I won't be surprised if it out lasts me, and it's older than me already. I apologize for any confusion, and look forward to sharing more about our old Homelites. Jim |
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Post by billg on Jun 24, 2009 1:40:59 GMT -5
Jim,
I am still working on the bars.
Bill
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