xl12
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XL12
Jan 13, 2010 0:15:29 GMT -5
Post by xl12 on Jan 13, 2010 0:15:29 GMT -5
I just inherited a xl12 from my grandfather it has been heavily used I got it running pretty good today and cut some firewood with it but it just seems to have a lack of power I ordered a set of rings off of ebay and plan to put them in in 2 weeks when i get back ( I work offshore) but anybody got any other suggestions also today i noticed not much oil was pumping (manual oiler) so i replaced the biggest o ring on the plunger couldnt figure out how to get the smaller on off or on without tearing it well any help would be appreciated thanks
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XL12
Jan 13, 2010 6:16:28 GMT -5
Post by mikevan on Jan 13, 2010 6:16:28 GMT -5
Are you in real cold weather? I had trouble a few weeks ago with my 101 oiler, until I realized it was just too stinkin' cold for bar & chain oil & manual oilers. I put ATF in, and it oils just fine now. The lack of power can sometimes be as easy as an old sparkplug or just changing the high speed screw a quarter turn on the carb.
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XL12
Jan 13, 2010 16:22:26 GMT -5
Post by MCS on Jan 13, 2010 16:22:26 GMT -5
I just inherited a xl12 from my grandfather it has been heavily used I got it running pretty good today and cut some firewood with it but it just seems to have a lack of power I ordered a set of rings off of ebay and plan to put them in in 2 weeks when i get back ( I work offshore) but anybody got any other suggestions also today i noticed not much oil was pumping (manual oiler) so i replaced the biggest o ring on the plunger couldnt figure out how to get the smaller on off or on without tearing it well any help would be appreciated thanks Whoa, before you tackle this from the inside out.... Does it idle OK? If it idles, does it die out after you run it at 3/4 throttle for a few seconds? If so, fuel line and or filter. Pull the muffler and make sure the exhaust isn't carboned up. Then look at the piston for any obvious signs of scuffing. If it doesn't look bad I wouldn't pull the jug unless the measured compression is less than 100#. Do you have a gauge or can you borrow one? Check point, let us know what you find.. Craig
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XL12
Jan 15, 2010 12:07:26 GMT -5
Post by mikem on Jan 15, 2010 12:07:26 GMT -5
I got a compression tester for X-Mas and it is my favorite tool. If I get a non-running saw, that is the first test, then spark, then fuel delivery. It sure eliminates chasing your tail...
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XL12
Jan 15, 2010 20:09:00 GMT -5
Post by MCS on Jan 15, 2010 20:09:00 GMT -5
I got a compression tester for X-Mas and it is my favorite tool. If I get a non-running saw, that is the first test, then spark, then fuel delivery. It sure eliminates chasing your tail... A good compression tester is a must when working on saws - it eliminates the guess work - and helps provide a systematic approach to troubleshooting.
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xl12
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XL12
Jan 16, 2010 2:12:11 GMT -5
Post by xl12 on Jan 16, 2010 2:12:11 GMT -5
Im going to get a compression tester when i get home in 2 weeks I work in the Gulf Of Mexico so ill check that when I get home thanks for the advice
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