Poulan chainsaw won't idle

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    Thanks for watching. This chainsaw starts just fine but it won't idle. You pretty much have to do your best Texas Chainsaw Massacre impersonation to use it. The carb was gone through and adjusted and it solved the problem. Please check out my other videos and consider subscribing.

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  • @TheGenerationX894
    @TheGenerationX894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I've cut thousands of chord wood with two poulan saws, they're cheap, and easy to maintain. Routine maintenance and keeping fuel mix correct and air filter and carb clean, sharp chain etc. For the price, and the ease of use, I've never had a bad one. We own six in total.

  • @stevejette2329
    @stevejette2329 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Very often you tubers know their subject but not how to do a video. You had excellent lighting, clear and simple sound and script. Good camera angles, stability, etc. Left me wanting more. Easy to watch. THANKS

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Steve Jette for the comment I appreciate it

  • @kirbyvanduzer6565
    @kirbyvanduzer6565 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Watching this channel is very satisfying I’m planning on learning how to modify lawnmower style engines to make them into powerful race or even atv swaps but also fixing my friends and family’s lawnmowers so they can mow I love small engines who else thinks this channel is very satisfying

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  ปีที่แล้ว

      very nice! Thank you Kirby Vanduzer and good luck with it!

  • @MyLifeThai371
    @MyLifeThai371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I have had my Poulan Pro 295 for 15 years and it has always started on the first pull. This is the first year it has given me trouble. My secret(My Grandpa taught me to always dump the gas out of small engines at the end of each day, so they won't sludge up the carbeurator). The big picture is gas is cheap. Hiring someone to perform maintenance every year or buying another is expensive.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      you are 100% right about that.

    • @ThatBlueHoe
      @ThatBlueHoe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, dumping it out is a good start, after I dump it out I run it dry. Usually I won't dump it out unless I'm not planning on using it for a few weeks

    • @mikeytaylor4429
      @mikeytaylor4429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You got that right just cleaned out 5 chainsaws today and are working and making money

    • @robertbourinski8286
      @robertbourinski8286 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gas isn’t cheap anymore.

    • @timesthree5757
      @timesthree5757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Or do the maintenance yerself.

  • @Mickocarbomb
    @Mickocarbomb 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This very well may have helped me fix an issue with my 245a Poulan. Ill update later after i physically fight the carburetor on this saw because its built in such a way that the carb bolts that hold the carb to the saw are facing towards the back to thread in (bolt head is facing away from the throttle assembly)
    I gotta say. Ive been watching you for a long time, everything you post has been helpful to me in maintaining my lawn equipment and just gaining general knowledge over the past year.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      thank you and I appreciate that kind words!

  • @tommycarpenter5089
    @tommycarpenter5089 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am glad you showed the metal spacer plate. I took my same Poulon Pro 295 apart a year ago and finally got back to it. Could not figure where that plate went lol. Thank you. Great job

  • @Meantime5
    @Meantime5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great video, information flows smoothly, down to earth and easy to understand. Thanks!

  • @joelmaricel5810
    @joelmaricel5810 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a brand new Poulan Pro 5020 (bought it yesterday) that shuts off when idling sometimes. This video was just what I needed to get it running smoothly (just adjusting the carburetor). Thank you!

  • @thebearsden1701
    @thebearsden1701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had mine 40 yrs...jus had issue week ago...fuel lines came off primer bulb...that was it ..love it..

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice. I'm glad to see someone who takes care of their equipment. Thanks for the comment

  • @Growyourheirlooms
    @Growyourheirlooms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One of my saws is a poulan. And as my son says, you have to keep poulan on it till it eventually starts. Worst saw in my arsenal. My Husquvarna has never failed me

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you happen to know which model husqvarna it is?

    • @Growyourheirlooms
      @Growyourheirlooms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Husqvarna 45. Bought it about 30 years ago. Unstoppable!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Growyourheirlooms wow nice saw. Great choice

    • @TheKrayusKorianis
      @TheKrayusKorianis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had a 3816, I proceeded to buy a Stihl MS 250 (2 of them, 1 was a project saw). Fixed the Poulan, flywheel was rubbing the coil. But I have yet had to have a bad start on the Stihl's.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheKrayusKorianis nice. I do believe they really are a better quality saw

  • @bryancoats5328
    @bryancoats5328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These are probably some of the easiest carbs to rebuild and work on them, the trick is on the older ones to get the fuel/air mixture just right, every engine has a sweet spot.

  • @fastacker2
    @fastacker2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I used a Poulan Wild Thing for 3 years to cut firewood for my house. Other than being an absolute bastard to start, it did the job. Also had to adjust the chain tension by hand since the adjustment screw broke the first day. Not a problem though, just grab the bar, pull and lift a bit and tighten the nuts. Never had to touch the carb. FOund a second one on sale a few years ago, new in the box for $60. Could not pass that up, so now I have 2. And for the love of all that is holy, get that saw out of the damn dirt and debris!

  • @FRANKSBESEK
    @FRANKSBESEK 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Watched this video for the hell of it. You did an excellent job describing what to do. I ESPECIALLY liked when you noted the gasket placement when reassembly. Sometimes, when we disassemble things, a gasket will stick and we can see that it in fact had one. Oftentimes though, they can drop out of view and one might think there was none right from new. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Have a great day.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it and your time.

  • @SugarHammered
    @SugarHammered 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I bought a poulan and could never keep it running ever since it was new. Everyone said it was cause it was Poulans were junk. Saying the name is cause you "poul-an" it all day lol. This video is great! Thank you!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

    • @dennislockhart1972
      @dennislockhart1972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try gaping your plug at .030

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dennislockhart1972 yes I'll have to remember that. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

  • @Ridge-fe6nx
    @Ridge-fe6nx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A video straight to the point with correct information awesome

  • @sovrgnman
    @sovrgnman 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Nice little tutorial, but my experience is that on most any saw you won't have stability in running until you have the idle speed in range, and once you have that the low and hi speed mixtures respond precisely and predictably. You were spinning those mixtures back and forth and the chain was spinning away on idle, letting way too much air past the throttle plate, killing low end response. Also these Poulans need a .030 spark plug gap for good hot starting.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

    • @jeffblack1644
      @jeffblack1644 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jarretthagan3116 I agree, it does sound like it has an air leak.

    • @poboy942
      @poboy942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      its a chain saw not the hydron collider in switzerland ya nerd. i said that precisely, and if you knew me ,predictably. .indubitably ya nerd

    • @leh3827
      @leh3827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@poboy942
      Don't totally get yer point, and it comes off kinda derogatory.

  • @ingodwetrust1136
    @ingodwetrust1136 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks brotha 👍🏻 got mine to stay running now by just adjusting the screws and idle like you did 🍻

  • @huuge3484
    @huuge3484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best tutorial on the tube

  • @weesebowski8651
    @weesebowski8651 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I adjusted my spark plug to .30 and it was the difference! 2 years no issues until now. Upgrading the bar and chain this wknd. My 18” was what started it all for me.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      very nice tip, What brand of spark plug is it?

    • @weesebowski8651
      @weesebowski8651 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE basic Poulan pro package

  • @levihicks7785
    @levihicks7785 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Anybody else cringe watching the chain eating dirt?

    • @LFGRIM123
      @LFGRIM123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, made me cringe, shiver and Shake watching the blade get DULL

    • @joescheckler9953
      @joescheckler9953 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I saw it eat dirt and ground cover every time.

    • @MidwestGarage
      @MidwestGarage 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup! Definitely start it between your thighs if you don't know how to safely drop start!

    • @ocsplc
      @ocsplc ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s why they make hard nose bars eh?

    • @gagebenson7898
      @gagebenson7898 ปีที่แล้ว

      It happens

  • @ericdrisgula3879
    @ericdrisgula3879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Them old poulan pro 295 and 4620's were damn good saws for the money , I abused the shit outta mine cutting 5-7 cords of wood a year right outt the forest myself for about 6 years straight before I developed piston ring wear significant enough to justify a piston and ring replacement , that's impressive for a $179-199 chainsaw

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a good price for them and you certainly seem to know to test them out.

  • @robbsmind2209
    @robbsmind2209 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow man! You’ve really improved as a youtuber from this video to right now! Great!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I certainly hope so, I've been listening to viewers with honest, level headed comments and also taking more time to make these videos. I was very limited before.

  • @josephdeschamps6240
    @josephdeschamps6240 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks for the links to carburetor adjustment tools!!!!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No problem and thanks for the comment I appreciate it

    • @gitarmac
      @gitarmac 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! That was awesome! I think this is my problem, the manual doesn't touch on the subject very well.

  • @kylekruger4500
    @kylekruger4500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have had 2 poulan 4620 Avhd's for over 13 years. I have not misused or abused them but have run them through the reamer and cut cords upon cords and with proper maintenance these saws are strong and reliable. Same as any saw. Look after it and it will look after you. Fresh fuel is a must. Anytime it's sits it's garbage and performance reflects that

  • @psarapas
    @psarapas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    friendly suggestion: Keep dirt off the chain at all times. You idled the saw at the start of the video on the ground and probably ran some dirt through it. While dirt seems soft, it's actually full of minerals which dull the blade much faster than cutting wood does. After a friend tipped me on this, my blades last *much* longer!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the tip

    • @paulaleonard1510
      @paulaleonard1510 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine will start and iddle with choke on but won't run when give gas

    • @paulaleonard1510
      @paulaleonard1510 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What should I do to fic

    • @harigopaladamus9481
      @harigopaladamus9481 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@paulaleonard1510 ajust H screw

    • @BW12149
      @BW12149 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve got a Poulan that ran once or twice and never could get it to idle or restart when hot. Now I know what to do. I’ve been using a cheap corded electric saw but would really want to use the Poulan. Thanks for TFD tutorial

  • @1DRIPSTER
    @1DRIPSTER 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The low jet is adjusted to give a smooth acceleration. The high jet is adjusted at full speed by the highest sound.

  • @dagorithe
    @dagorithe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a Poulan Pro , model PP4218AVX. I've had good luck with it. Just a little trouble now but its sat idle for several years. I also have a Poulan Pro weed eater and it works great every spring. Both are about nine years old. I just keep up the regular maintenance.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for the late reply but thank you for sharing your experience with your equipment. I appreciate your time.

  • @jackparker8686
    @jackparker8686 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought one brand new in the box.... Started right up with the formula just wouldn't idol.... Apparently something they don't do at the warehouse factory sometimes at least..
    that screw the whole there peekaboo.. idle adjustment piece of cake machine runs beautifully smooth... Reason people have problems starting formula starting understanding ...I'm always able to start a small morning with the right formula I've even used super glue on diaphragms sometimes to repair them temporarily

  • @GuysPlayingWithTools
    @GuysPlayingWithTools 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good show. It that time of year where chainsaws are coming out of the sheds.

  • @timtravasos2742
    @timtravasos2742 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very useful video. Thank you.

  • @yeshorsemanship163
    @yeshorsemanship163 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you This is exactly what I needed for my saw!

  • @tomfinn6579
    @tomfinn6579 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you included putting gas in. I hadn’t been able to figure that out.! LOL

  • @VideoNash
    @VideoNash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is really good information.
    Thank you for sharing it with everyone, witch will
    save a lot of money and repair shop costs, for the average person. :)

  • @awalt26439
    @awalt26439 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think I don't want to own a poulan saw, but for general purposes this is a very good video. Thanks

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ralphduncan8054 nice I've always wanted to heat with wood myself. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it and your experience

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never forget the Stihl recommended procedure for the MS 460. Adjust idle to 3300. Lean out the L jet for max RPM, NTE 3,750. If it exceeds this value, reset idle and redo the L jet for maximum rpm. Then, richen up the L jet until .rPM is 2,500. Check H with tach NTE 13,000. I usually set mine at 12,600-12,800. The reason you richen up the L jet on the 460 is to make sure it is running rich at startup, unless you like to hear it pop and take your arm off. It will do this. I also use this same basic tuning procedure on any thumper. I like my wrist and shoulder, too.

  • @markmorgan1116
    @markmorgan1116 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You started to explain the adjustments then stopped. Then adjusted that screw and 2 more without explanation. So I'll give you an B- ... I will have to continue my education on the other adjustments. Very good up until then. By the time anyone comments to explain the other adjustments I will have already learned what they are and how to adjust. So yea, I'm good for now. Thank you

  • @Wingloader
    @Wingloader 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Perfect. Thank you!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      no problem and thanks for the comment I appreciate it

  • @Treestouch
    @Treestouch 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You create very fine instructional videos!

  • @alssmallengines
    @alssmallengines 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job 👍 you seem to have better luck with the poulan saws than I do.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks Alan Marshall for the comment. I do try and show my failures too but it doesn't make for great content to be honest.

    • @robertsenior8330
      @robertsenior8330 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE maybe not great content... but for us? A teachable moment. IMHO

  • @timsturgill3617
    @timsturgill3617 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have The Same Poulan Pro 295 & my boy uses it almost everyday to cut his firewood the older Poulan Pro Models that were made here in the USA are very good saws I have had a piston to break in one no biggie I can either part it out or fix it haven't made up my mind yet oh GOOD JOB

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for sharing your experience with this saw. I also appreciate your time and comment.

  • @enzoperruccio
    @enzoperruccio 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You should try tunning my dad's Poulan 2000. It will idle but with a spinning chain, and as soon as you lower the RPMs any further to correct it the engine dies. Rebuilt the carb, replaced lines, everything! Yet no luck, i spent a whole afternoon playing with the mixture screws and almost burned the thing up.
    I've since given up on it and (for safety reasons) left it like it was before; you let off the acceleretor and it stalls.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I see, have you considered that there's in intake leak at the carb or insulator and that's why the idle speed is too fast?

    • @enzoperruccio
      @enzoperruccio 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE It's not that it idles too fast, I've compared it to other chainsaws of similar size and it sounds pretty on par. The problem is that you can't slow it down enough to prevent the chain from spinning, because if you turn the throttle stop past a certain point the engine will begin to struggle and die shortly after.
      So It's basically in this limbo where you can make it spin the chain and idle, or not spin the chain and die. Dad says it's been like this since day one, so who knows, maybe we're dealing with a deep and obscure factory defect.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      well good luck with it then

  • @erniebennett2819
    @erniebennett2819 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good explanation about the gas and how it will absorb moisture just sitting around especially the normal regular gas
    The premium gas has less absorbing qualities
    I always use the premium which has given me less problems ( just a comment)

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate your experience and time

    • @prairiegold6870
      @prairiegold6870 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's the same gas, one has more octane. Nothing else.

  • @colesteffens5402
    @colesteffens5402 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like that it has a walbro carburetor

  • @leh3827
    @leh3827 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent. Thanks. Easy going instruction.

  • @satorizero5448
    @satorizero5448 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfectly recorded and narrated
    #liked

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Satorizero for the comment I appreciate it

  • @Budro4764
    @Budro4764 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have the same saw in my shop that I did a carb redo on .... I am waiting to do a video on it to put it back together........
    Poulans are a very good saw... Like these Pro Models you worked on...... Husqvarna makes them and Craftsman saws also......
    If anyone has their dad's favorite saw from Sears and they swear it's the best saw out there, then they have a Poulan saw......
    Poulan was bought out by Husky a few years back and still have a great product...... Some people just don't treat cheaper priced saws well..... If they bought a 400 Husqvarna or Stihl they would spit shine that saw ,,,,,, LOL......
    I noticed you had hell trying to adjust the carb while the saw was running..... I hate the slotted screws... I rather the splined, pac man ETC ETC for adjusting while running... They don't vibrate off the jet.....
    I do have a special slotted driver with a sleeve over the the head of the driver to eliminate that issue....
    Plus Tard Mon Ami ~!~!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As always thank you for the comment your experience is well respected here. The saw required extra adjustments the next day but after that it started and worked well every time after. Yes slotted carb screws suck.

  • @craigdoriety9798
    @craigdoriety9798 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lot of these 2 cycle motors use the same Walbro carburetor regardless of price point. Carburetor issues are the most common issue in all off. I have Poulan Farmhand that I purchase in 1994 . Been through 2 carbs and several bars.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it. That saw has served you well.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it. That saw has served you well.

  • @garyray2404
    @garyray2404 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My Poulan runs to high on idle and the adjustment is all or nothing ...and it is a brand new carb.... I'll spend more time on getting it right... I have been using it idling high just to get to know my chainsaw again it has been years since I needed to cut trees ... holy cow I have almost killed myself and killing the saw with lambs pinching my blade / chain bar... Be safe everyone and take your time , if you are new at this like me or just haven't done it in a while.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you get it figured out

    • @edwardstewart4920
      @edwardstewart4920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      there is a fuel screw on it. clockwise kills the fuel flow, counter clockwise lets more in. try it

  • @Pete4875
    @Pete4875 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    After taking the trouble to take the carburetor off I would have sprayed some carburetor cleaner thru it and cleaned it up really good. I also would have taken out the needle valve and blew air through all the passages.

  • @GrowingLittleCountryhomestead
    @GrowingLittleCountryhomestead 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to have found your channel. Been most helpful. Subscribed and will be looking forward to your videos

  • @unisol2287
    @unisol2287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good vídeo I’ve got a Poulan mower and is working excellent

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you Uni Sol for the comment. I think Boo is right it just depends on how you take care of your stuff. Better care lasts longer. You must be taking some care of that mower to run so well.

    • @arturodelagarza9028
      @arturodelagarza9028 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      LUCKY YOU, I HAVE THREE . SHOULD HAVE LISTEN TO THE BASE COMMANDER ( WIFE ) . SHE SAID BUY AN ECHO AND GET IT OVER WITH. LISTEN I HAVE FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS ON ALL THE CHAIN SAW VIDEOS. HAVE ALL SPECIAL TOOLS. IVE BECOME PROFICIENT, LIKE TEARING DOWN MY M - 16. EVEN STARTED USING PREMIX FUEL. I DON'T LIKE TO GIVE UP. I'LL TRY AGAIN. BY THE WAY GREAT VIDEOS. THANK YOU SIR. ( USAF RET)

  • @DougHinVA
    @DougHinVA 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    poor idle can be as little as adjusting the 'L' screw and the 'H' screw is to adjust and smooth high speed mixture of fuel/air. I would have first back the 'L' screw about 1/4 or 1/2 turn counter-clockwise to richen the mixture and speed up the idle. Cleaning debris from the carb is a good move for general purposes...

  • @MrGattor33
    @MrGattor33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video. This was an interesting one; as that is a very old model. Not sure if that one came with an option for a chain brake ( I thought they all did as it's a safety feature) but it was interesting to see there not being one.
    Another job well done with a good tool and again good video!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes no chain brake is kinda scary but it was fun getting it back working again. Thank yo Rob Kercheval

    • @MrGattor33
      @MrGattor33 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      Hahahaha I bet cause it is a bit of an old one. 👍

  • @LFGRIM123
    @LFGRIM123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just add Chem tool B12 1 oz to a gallon of gas. Cures all Problems for 5 Years. then just buy another cheap that has Idle problems. Chem Tool B12 is on the shelf at Walmart in the gas additives section. So darn simple and Cheap.
    Always makes the Sears, Poulan, Huskarva Chain saws work well,

  • @rmo4222
    @rmo4222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Most people don’t know how run or maintain chainsaw

  • @coosabass4934
    @coosabass4934 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, enough to convince me to take mine to a shop rather than try it myself.

  • @jonathanbenoit8828
    @jonathanbenoit8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good saws and easy to work on.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're absolutely correct. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

    • @ez7977
      @ez7977 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Junk saws and while it may be easy to work on, you have to continuously work on them to keep them running.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ez7977 sounds about right

    • @jonathanbenoit8828
      @jonathanbenoit8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with you 100 percent.

    • @jonathanbenoit8828
      @jonathanbenoit8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All the years I've repaired Sthil Echo Husqvarna and Shindawa,I never had come backs or complaints.

  • @jamesfarley5183
    @jamesfarley5183 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great vid. the location of the trash in the fuel pump could only have come thru the pulse line from the engine crankcase ..

  • @NikLyons
    @NikLyons 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good idea to drill extra vent holes in the air filter casing? Another guy made a very interesting case on these poulons that weren't breathing well

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's an interesting idea.

    • @NikLyons
      @NikLyons 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      Lot of folks in the comments section said it fixed their problems with their poulon not starting back up after warmed up. The air has to make a sharp 90° turn through the filter to enter the diaphram.. I have a new in the box poulon that I got that I haven't used yet and was just watching videos on them and I'm pretty convinced that I should make a few extra vent holes in the air filter case. I don't know much about 2 stroke engines so I'm trying to learn their ways

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NikLyons thanks for watching. There are a lot of channels on here to learn fro.lm

  • @jerrylockamy502
    @jerrylockamy502 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What was all that screw turning after the 8 minute mark. There was a lot with no apparent affect and with no explanation?????

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Due to visibility issues, I wasn't actually turning the screw, I was missing it.

  • @dabarboza51
    @dabarboza51 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    No chain brake? Bad juju

    • @85square
      @85square 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      same on mine

  • @shrinathkarimudakannavar4465
    @shrinathkarimudakannavar4465 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir wonderful video thank you thank you thank you

  • @conmanumber1
    @conmanumber1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi. Thanks for video. Very easy to follow. Now may I ask how to store saws as I have around 60 McCulloch, Homelite, Pioneers etc.
    Store dry carb or with fuel?... Cheers Carl

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      for me, dry, no bar oil, no mix in the tank, all ran till they die, and then try starting them in till they won't start again.

  • @DakotaDinwoodie
    @DakotaDinwoodie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job getting that saw running man!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Dakota Dinwoodie for the comment I appreciate it

  • @RafaelHernandez-hx4rv
    @RafaelHernandez-hx4rv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job with that chainsaw those kind are hard to work on

  • @Bluecollar711
    @Bluecollar711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It will start again as long as you repeat the process without the pumps of gasoline in the primer six times lol pull the choke all the way out pull it until it ignites push it halfway back in and pull it until it starts every single time you shut it off that is the process that you need to use that's what always works for me 100% of the time it's like there's a brain inside the saw

  • @drcovell
    @drcovell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You can always tell a Poulan owner by his overdeveloped arm musculature and extensive command of a profane vocabulary! 🤬🤬🤬

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      that's pretty funny. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

    • @600rrcbr7
      @600rrcbr7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You’re not even joking though

    • @brotherlove100
      @brotherlove100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hence they are called the Pullin' Pro

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brotherlove100 nice one

    • @marktaylor2631
      @marktaylor2631 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have 2. Just tool a bit of carb turning and they run just fine. All small engines regardless of who makes them require a bit of tuning. Is it as good as my stihls? Of course not but for for average use nothing wrong with them

  • @Jjason601
    @Jjason601 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks

  • @robertholsopple9451
    @robertholsopple9451 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a old Poulan Pro 205 and a Stihl 250c I believe it is. I like them both but for its age the Poulan still starts so easy. Its cut down more trees than most people ever will and the piston still looks new. It's a good saw. At least back then they were. I cant speak for them now. It was dads saw. He put it away and got the Stihl when the Poulan quit running. I found out the gas lines snapped about 25 years later. It's running now. I need help finding the filter for the oiler for the Poulan pro 205. It's a green sponge like filter about the size of a nickel. I'm using a actual sponge cut to size now untill I find the OEM part (if ever). If anyone can help I'd appreciate it.

  • @nathanhill6042
    @nathanhill6042 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The problem is the epa the saw can only produce so much co2 from the factory so they try to make it run on the smallest trickle of gas possible just turn your low jet countetclockwise about a third of a turn then play with idle then cut with it and adjust high jet and boom u got a good running saw no matter the brand just make sure Intake and exhaust are free flowing don’t get hung on backpressure because it dosent make a bit of difference on these little saws he’ll I’ve ran without and exhaust just need earpluhs

  • @Innonthesea
    @Innonthesea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You surely backed off the low idle way to much, like you kept turning it counterclockwise to slow it down, it’s not the right direction, didn’t make sense. The replacing of diaphragm was spot on👍

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are absolutely correct. I wasn't able to get on the screw very well since it was on the ground.

  • @gregorywhite2769
    @gregorywhite2769 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    INteresting......you did not solve the problem of the debris getting into the carb...shown when you pulled it apart. It may need a new vent hose/birds mouth trap in the vent hose, otherwise, the debris will keep showing up. Right?!

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man for the comment I really appreciate it. The debris was apparantly from a previous service because it would have gotten caught in the inlet screen otherwise. So it's not a vent hose or birds mouth issue.

  • @tomkeller7644
    @tomkeller7644 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have run poulan for years, until I bought a stihl same size ms250 18" its 2x the poulan. But I still keep a poulan around for cedar trees and other stuff.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      that's not a bad idea. Thank you Tom Keller.

  • @Micha62er
    @Micha62er 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would check for airleks on your saw. Idle was still too high after your carb adjustment.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the comment. I will have to do that.

  • @DIYVariety
    @DIYVariety 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the vid.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No problem and thanks for the comment I appreciate it

  • @lights80088
    @lights80088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had this brand ONCE, it was the biggest piece of garbage I've ever owned. Never would I buy a Poo-lan again.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I understand how you feel. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

  • @jackparker8686
    @jackparker8686 ปีที่แล้ว

    For not much just squeeze the trigger after you remove the cover. Look at where the linkage moves... And where it stops when you release it.. at the end of that train look at adjustment potential. Even if you have to bend things

  • @mohamednazeel7649
    @mohamednazeel7649 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have a Mcculloch same colour as that Poulan Pro... same fuel/oil cap design...carb and air filter and muffler

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for the information. I appreciate the comment.

    • @UhBuddy1976
      @UhBuddy1976 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      McCulloch is owned by Husqvarna, the same company that owns Poulan Pro

    • @dingledooley9283
      @dingledooley9283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@UhBuddy1976 I think in the days this saw came from they were all owned by Electrolux including Husqvarna and you can add a couple more big names to that list like j'red and partner.
      Sometime in the 90's it all became the Husqvarna group and swallowed up a few more companies at the same time like zenoah, flymo and I think redmax was created at this point.

    • @UhBuddy1976
      @UhBuddy1976 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@dingledooley9283 it is amazing how many companies come over and take over other companies and you don't know who makes what anymore LOL

    • @dingledooley9283
      @dingledooley9283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@UhBuddy1976 no idea at all what im buying, with different grades from each manufacturer you need to do a fair bit of research before making a purchase.
      I'd always been loyal to a brand once I found one that was good, like Bosch or Hitachi power tools but I've been let down by both, now everytime I go and make a purchase I feel like a clueless 16 yo again but with more money and a credit card I get myself in much more trouble!
      Globalism can take a long holiday as far as I'm concerned, at least until I'm gone.

  • @TecumsehRulesbcserk
    @TecumsehRulesbcserk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think MTD is like the outdoor power equipment equivalent to General Motors. They sell their designs to other companies and distribute parts

  • @Brutaga
    @Brutaga 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve owned Poulan chainsaws for the past twenty odd years and I’ve never had any problems whatsoever. Then again I’ve always kept them in good condition and always run them dry before storing them away

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you Howard Walker, unfortunately most people don't take proper care of them.

    • @Brutaga
      @Brutaga 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE your welcome and thank you for an enjoyable video. Hence why I subscribed. Best regards from New Zealand 😊

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you Howard Walker

  • @pickleberryyum404
    @pickleberryyum404 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My stihl ms290 is doing this. I could not find a video about this. Thanks

  • @Mike-su8si
    @Mike-su8si 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks like it's got a air leak sense adjusting the idle screw didn't stop the chain all the way i think its just a common problem those saws get once they get old

  • @More-Subscribers-Needed
    @More-Subscribers-Needed 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m not an expert but I own a Poulan wood shark and I have narrowed down my problem to the spark plug causing a lot of problems. Hard starting and not running properly. The solution is I sandpapered the contacts of the spark plug to bare shiny metal and always keep a full tank of gas. I also turned the adjustment screws forward and backward but didn’t change the factory setting. Also I have to lock the throttle when starting as stated in the manual Starting procedure. Poulan 1950 Woodshark. Thanks Spark plug had black coating limiting the spark

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Keep it up if it works for you. Thanks for the comment

  • @dontswin
    @dontswin ปีที่แล้ว

    is that an older model? You do a good job explaining everything....but man I'm not a mechanic. Ripping a carb out of one of these and rebuilding it basically would be a challenge...where do I get all the parts?

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  ปีที่แล้ว

      no you're right it's not as easy as I show it to be and yes it's several years old

  • @danielpadgett2831
    @danielpadgett2831 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Might check the clutch the chain should not be spinning while idling

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are absolutely correct. Thank you for the comment I appreciate it.

    • @danielpadgett2831
      @danielpadgett2831 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE any time love your channel

  • @XxTWMLxX
    @XxTWMLxX ปีที่แล้ว

    That poulan looks identical to my jonsered. Then again they are both Husqvarna brands.

  • @allenschwartz574
    @allenschwartz574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need the trigger part that sticks out on top of handle

    • @Logan-vl8ek
      @Logan-vl8ek 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ereplacementparts.com has all the odd and end parts for my old Poulan chainsaw

  • @captinbeyond
    @captinbeyond 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have this same saw only newest version and it dies like this (starts, but won't stay running) right out of the box. Shouldn't have to do anything to the carburetor on a brand new saw. Really wished I'd paid a bit more and got a better brand.

  • @robertbowman3406
    @robertbowman3406 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why is it when I watch this video the person never cleans the saw first. He takes it apart, the parts were checked and replaced and the saw put back together dirty. If it were mine it would be very clean before any work was performed. Just my opinion here.

  • @araw8
    @araw8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice job i learned it thanks

  • @jonathanbenoit8828
    @jonathanbenoit8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good work 👍👍👍

  • @packrat76
    @packrat76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's an older saw with the Walbro carburetor.

  • @amitdesai2421
    @amitdesai2421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Chainsaw starts and then dies, sometimes it works but suddenly shoots to high rpm like its running lean, I found my mitering diafram cracked at sides, is that a reason why it not working properly....?

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most definitely. Try replacing it and see if it works better

  • @ronpease3841
    @ronpease3841 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really appreciate your time and effort in making this teaching video. I have a Poulan Pro Classic PP4218AV chainsaw that I had to replace the fuel line from the tank filter to the carb, It starts and idles very well. It cuts great and has power. But after about 8 minutes it looses power and shuts off and won't start until it cools a bit. I replaced the spark plug and gaped it to 30 thousands but it hasn't made a difference. It still shuts off when it gets warm. Never changed the factory carb settings. What can I do to prevent this shut down? Thank you in advance.

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the comment I appreciate it. I would probably adjust the carb for more fuel. Also I would consider replacing the fuel cap and carb just in case.

    • @trwilkinson4623
      @trwilkinson4623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just a thought,, could it be developing an air leak when everything is getting up to working temp. Had similar experience, before, debris had reached the screen fitted in the carb. After running a little bit settled on screen & shut off flow. Cleaned out & sorted that problem. Perseverance may get you there.

    • @picturemetrollin2093
      @picturemetrollin2093 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@trwilkinson4623fuel line could be getting air locked

  • @thebearsden1701
    @thebearsden1701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Should blow out all sawdust before carb.work..cut fuel line back 1/4in before hooking to carb...

  • @Patrick4959
    @Patrick4959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    decent chainsaw and just looking at the chain moving around on the bar it looks like the clutch drum might need a replace on that very saw but yeah easy to replace and fix

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes they were made a little different years ago

    • @tazmun
      @tazmun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it could be a weak clutch spring however I think it’s still idling way too fast and the fact that it doesn’t seem to go down with the screw makes me think it’s got a vacuum leak maybe even a main seal. Just as he put the carburetor on though it looked like he had dirt on that gasket, maybe I’m seeing things. I’d replace the fuel, return and then a vacuum lines 1st though. Cheap to do it only takes a pinhole that you won’t see.

    • @Patrick4959
      @Patrick4959 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tazmun yep there's the few odd ones mate.

  • @ritzbitz2000
    @ritzbitz2000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Useful! Thanks

  • @markphillips6154
    @markphillips6154 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good grief! I don’t know anything about carburetors but you backed off that idle screw until I thought it was just going to fall out. Somebody must’ve really screwed around with that thing

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you Mark Phillips, I was having a hard time making positive contact with it.

  • @benbrewer5853
    @benbrewer5853 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One thing up roundly run better off higher octane gas

  • @GarySheren
    @GarySheren 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about the fuel filter , looked like a beverage den in that carb .

    • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
      @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yes I think you're right about it.