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Category: Chainsaw Chains & Bars

Felling Dogs – A Complete GUIDE to Chainsaw Dogs

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They go by many names: dog teeth, bucking spikes, bumper spikes, felling dogs, dawgs, you name it. Whatever you choose…

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Published January 23, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

What Do the Numbers On a Chainsaw Bar & Chainsaw Chain Mean? Explained

How To Untangle A Chainsaw Chain

Your chainsaw’s chain has numbers stamped on it that have significance. In this article, we’ll clear up some of the…

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Published January 22, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

How to Oil a Chainsaw Chain & Bar – Step By Step GUIDE

How To Untangle A Chainsaw Chain

The versatility of a chainsaw allows it to be utilized for a range of woodworking jobs. They are significantly more…

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Published January 18, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw Oil Guides

Chainsaw Runs but Chain Won’t Turn? Causes & Solutions

How To Measure A Chainsaw Bar & Chain Length The Right Way

We use chainsaws to simplify our outdoor duties. It is considerably quicker and easier to complete tasks like chopping firewood,…

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Published January 18, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw Troubleshooting

Chainsaw Bar Not Getting Oil? How to Fix Your Chainsaw Oiler

How Tight Should A Chainsaw Chain Be? Guide To Keeping The Right Chain Tension

An enormous quantity of energy is released as a chainsaw cuts, and a significant portion of that energy is transformed…

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Published January 16, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

Can I Put a Longer Bar on My Chainsaw? Benefits & How to Guide

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Are you attempting to use your chainsaw to make a longer cut? Or are you merely considering a replacement bar?…

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Published January 12, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

Can I Put a Shorter Bar on My Chainsaw? Benefits, & How to GUIDE

How Tight Should A Chainsaw Chain Be? Guide To Keeping The Right Chain Tension

You might want to take into account a shorter-size bar and a shorter chain when it comes time to buy…

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Published January 11, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

How to Put a Chain On a Chainsaw Correctly – GUIDE

How To Untangle A Chainsaw Chain

You’ve come to the right place if you’re having trouble reconnecting a chain to the chain bar. You might be…

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Published January 11, 2023By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

What Are Low Kickback Chainsaw Chains? – Safety Chainsaw Chains Explained

Chainsaw Chain Sizes - Different Types Of Chainsaw Chains & Their Sizes

Some chainsaw chains are made to reduce the kickback reaction force. These chains must be sold with every new chainsaw…

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Published December 9, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

Are Chainsaw Bars Interchangeable? ANSWERED

How Tight Should A Chainsaw Chain Be? Guide To Keeping The Right Chain Tension

Every so often, it becomes necessary to replace a chainsaw guide bar because it can become worn out or even…

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Published November 23, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

How Tight Should a Chainsaw Chain Be? Guide to Keeping the Right Chain Tension

How Tight Should A Chainsaw Chain Be? Guide To Keeping The Right Chain Tension

There is a little “Goldilocks zone” when it comes to the ideal chainsaw chain tightening, where it is neither too…

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Published November 21, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

Chainsaw Bar Overheating? Here’s Why & What to Do / How to Fix It

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Every person who has used a chainsaw for at least six months must deal with the problem of the chainsaw…

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Published November 11, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw Troubleshooting

Chainsaw Bar Upkeep and Maintenance + Dressing a Chainsaw Bar – How & Why

Troubleshooting Your Chainsaw: Common Problems With Chainsaws

It’s likely that you use your chainsaw frequently if you’re reading this article. Your chainsaw bar, however, is made to…

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Published November 9, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw How To Guides

Types of Chainsaw Chains – Complete GUIDE

Types Of Chainsaw Chains - Complete Guide

Chainsaw blades come in a plethora of different types. Unique chainsaw chain types are produced by varying pitch and gauge,…

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Published November 2, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

Chainsaw Chain File Sizes Chart

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You may work for longer lengths of time with a chainsaw that has been well maintained, which effectively reduces any…

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Published October 26, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars

How to Sharpen a Chainsaw Chain or Blade: Step-by-Step Guide

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In addition to being a safety problem, a chainsaw with a dull, improperly maintained chain won’t cut effectively or cleanly.…

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Published October 24, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw How To Guides

Chainsaw Chain and Blade Direction Guide – the RIGHT way to fit a Chain

Chainsaw Chain And Blade Direction Guide & The Right Way To Fit A Chain

Without any doubt, chainsaws are very handy tools that require a great deal of care and maintenance. Any little error…

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Published September 26, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw How To Guides

How to Measure a Chainsaw Bar & Chain Length the RIGHT way

How To Measure A Chainsaw Bar & Chain Length The Right Way

Chainsaws are invaluable for harvesting firewood, but like all tools, they sometimes need new parts. Find out how to measure…

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Published September 21, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw How To Guides

How to Untangle a Chainsaw Chain – Including VIDEO Guide

How To Untangle A Chainsaw Chain

One of the most important parts of a chainsaw is undoubtedly the chain itself. Instead of having a blade, the…

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Published September 5, 2022By Dave Cross
Categorized as Chainsaw Chains & Bars, Chainsaw How To Guides, Chainsaw Troubleshooting

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