TIP>>> all new gas chainsaws need to be ran through a few tanks of gas while operating. That's how you break them in. 2nd of all. All gas chainsaws should be started then left sitting to idle for a minute or 2 in order to get the most amount of power and to perform more effectively. Also this looks a lot like Remington saws. Anyway a few other things that work in all gas chainsaws is using premium gas and high performance 2 stroke gas mix. I run husqvarna mix in my craftsman and my Stihl and in my husqvarna chainsaws. Also I've always ran hydraulic fluid as my bar and chain oil. It's much cheaper than any other high performance oil for lubrication and provides a smooth feeling while operating. Hope you fellow loggers and saw owners try these things. Have a great day
I had three different generations of this saw. First one was grey, and then later two red ones. And they all ran fine with good 92octane and good 2 stroke mix. Only reason why I got rid of first two is that I sold them for more what I paid for them and bought another fixer upper to bring back to life. My current one (I believe 2015 year model) runs strong on Stihl synthetic mix and super tech bar oil. Keep them lubed, don't push them hard and they will last you a long time.
I bought one from Ace Hardware on Fathers Day for only $99.95. Started right up with no problem and ran great for the 30 minutes that I used it to cut down a massive 20-year-old Philodendron. It started right back up an hour later. This replaced a 10 yr old Poulan that I had, all of the gas lines went back, have new ones on order. Great homeowners chainsaw for that price.
i can hear the chain dragging hard on the blade ummm maybe a bit too tight .? i just got the same chainsaw i noticed the same problem on mine i adjusted the oil lube thingy , loosen up chain a bit and problem solved , i love it is a good machine, only problem is idles high and the screws on carb need a special tool is not a simple screwdriver ..
I bought three of them they're good I don't pay no.attention to anyone that says it junk nope they're good only reason why people say that it's because they don't know how to use them and maintenance properly these people who says craftsman are junk they're dumbest
Question: On the old chain saw that you showed in the video - does the "Kick Bar" have an "At Rest" detent position, or is it loose until activated to STOP the chain?
Air filter design is worthless, i have two of these saws and both saws leak a severe amount of dust and dirt around the throat of the carb, i had to add a o-ring and a kustom washer to the filter to add support to the filter. and its better but filter plugs up quick and saw performance suffers soon after start up.. its just bad design of filter,.. carb stud is offset so when tightened it pushes front of filter down and raises rear causing a air gap between carb n filter , every tank full of gas the carb throat is coated with saw dust.. and this was happening first time running these saws ..adding a small o-ring n washer seemed to fix the problem .... other than that they been good saws for me so far..
Seems to have better reviews on Amazon and Lowes than the Husqvarnas. I'm ordering the 20" 46cc in a minute here from Lowes. Free shipping, and 30 days to take it back if problems. $199 vs $350 for equivalent Husky.
I got the same 16" craftsman i was cutting some wood hit the power switch to get something to drink went back to turn it on and nothing..... What the heck?
That is a Remington saw in red. Sorry to say my Remington saw from lowes didn't last. The air filter is junk, let's dirt into carb and will kill the saw. Hope you have better luck with it.
A fiend of mine has one and upon further investigation found that this is a chinese chainsaw dressed up for sears. Some of sears saws like the 50 cc 20 inch is a poulan pro. He just uses it around his house so it will be fine .
TIP>>> all new gas chainsaws need to be ran through a few tanks of gas while operating. That's how you break them in. 2nd of all. All gas chainsaws should be started then left sitting to idle for a minute or 2 in order to get the most amount of power and to perform more effectively. Also this looks a lot like Remington saws. Anyway a few other things that work in all gas chainsaws is using premium gas and high performance 2 stroke gas mix. I run husqvarna mix in my craftsman and my Stihl and in my husqvarna chainsaws. Also I've always ran hydraulic fluid as my bar and chain oil. It's much cheaper than any other high performance oil for lubrication and provides a smooth feeling while operating. Hope you fellow loggers and saw owners try these things. Have a great day
I have similar one, not bad for around the house
My top of the cap want go down its for the filter how do you fix it?
The fuel filter?
I had three different generations of this saw. First one was grey, and then later two red ones. And they all ran fine with good 92octane and good 2 stroke mix. Only reason why I got rid of first two is that I sold them for more what I paid for them and bought another fixer upper to bring back to life. My current one (I believe 2015 year model) runs strong on Stihl synthetic mix and super tech bar oil. Keep them lubed, don't push them hard and they will last you a long time.
I agree. I only use 92 octane for my 2 stroke engines, and never have a problem with them.
You can't force it through. Just let cut. That goes for any machine.
James Reeves well said I'm just saying something told me to just keep scrolling threw these comments
Just bought mine today 16'' thanks for the interview
No warm up time at all?
What is the model number of your old 16" saw? I have the same saw, but can't find the model number. Thanks.
I bought one from Ace Hardware on Fathers Day for only $99.95. Started right up with no problem and ran great for the 30 minutes that I used it to cut down a massive 20-year-old Philodendron. It started right back up an hour later. This replaced a 10 yr old Poulan that I had, all of the gas lines went back, have new ones on order. Great homeowners chainsaw for that price.
I paid 124 at Lowes August 2020. Wish I stopped at Ace but still feel I got a good buy
i can hear the chain dragging hard on the blade ummm maybe a bit too tight .? i just got the same chainsaw i noticed the same problem on mine i adjusted the oil lube thingy , loosen up chain a bit and problem solved , i love it is a good machine, only problem is idles high and the screws on carb need a special tool is not a simple screwdriver ..
I bought three of them they're good I don't pay no.attention to anyone that says it junk nope they're good only reason why people say that it's because they don't know how to use them and maintenance properly these people who says craftsman are junk they're dumbest
I Agree two pyears later at that. The Craftsman stuff I buy, Also Skil is very good, quality tools.
Nice chainsaw. I have a Craftsman chainsaw just like your old one except my chainsaw is gray. It runs but needs new fuel lines and carb adjustment.
That quick adjustment always brakes
Question: On the old chain saw that you showed in the video - does the "Kick Bar" have an "At Rest" detent position, or is it loose until activated to STOP the chain?
Air filter design is worthless, i have two of these saws and both saws leak a severe amount of dust and dirt around the throat of the carb, i had to add a o-ring and a kustom washer to the filter to add support to the filter. and its better but filter plugs up quick and saw performance suffers soon after start up.. its just bad design of filter,.. carb stud is offset so when tightened it pushes front of filter down and raises rear causing a air gap between carb n filter , every tank full of gas the carb throat is coated with saw dust.. and this was happening first time running these saws ..adding a small o-ring n washer seemed to fix the problem .... other than that they been good saws for me so far..
Seems to have better reviews on Amazon and Lowes than the Husqvarnas. I'm ordering the 20" 46cc in a minute here from Lowes. Free shipping, and 30 days to take it back if problems. $199 vs $350 for equivalent Husky.
Husqvarna craftsman and poulan are all the same saws . I think husqvarna makes them for the other two companies.
I do not like that quick tightener thing. Chain never stays tight. I like one with 2 nuts to hold bar tight
I got the same 16" craftsman i was cutting some wood hit the power switch to get something to drink went back to turn it on and nothing..... What the heck?
I would check to see if the switch is continuously grounded. Usually it's something easy like that.
You should always sharpen the blade out of the box, believe it or not, same thing with a new chain.
Ding ding ding that saw screams i am a piece of shit
Did the rain stop?
That is a Remington saw in red. Sorry to say my Remington saw from lowes didn't last. The air filter is junk, let's dirt into carb and will kill the saw. Hope you have better luck with it.
what is the RPM on that particular model chainsaw
Brian Eastman I bought that one and it is 13000 rpm it what is said and i have cut huge trees really good with it
Try letting it warm up
Looks identical to the remington saws.
It USED TO come in a nice carrying case. No more.
thats funny , need a new saw after 5yrs, i got a craftsman 3700 20in bar thats 30yrs old and runs like its brand new, its all junk they make today
A real saw runs even if raining!!!
For sure. I just didn't want to get the camera wet.
How many cc's is it
Hi Joe...both the 16" and 18" are 42cc. The 20" are 50cc, and considerably heavier.
Thanks
Stephen Festus , Nice chainsaw,looks like a Tanaka chainsaw,drywood does cut harder than the greenwood.
Great thanks.
Im trading in my mint condition 670 jonsered for one of these.....actually I'm not
MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN BRING BACK THE 1950S TAX RATES AT 91PERCENT AND YET EVERYTHING WAS MADE IN AMERICA AND NO JAPANESE CARS ON THE ROAD.
A fiend of mine has one and upon further investigation found that this is a chinese chainsaw dressed up for sears. Some of sears saws like the 50 cc 20 inch is a poulan pro. He just uses it around his house so it will be fine .
poulan Piper the older craftsman saws looked the same but were made in USA and are great.
poulan Piper sthil and husqvaena are Chinese too quit your fool
@@jtbassgambler2594 huskvarna are made in Sweden dummy
@@davesbackyardchickensandou3905 Some of the Husqvarna and Poulan parts are actually MADE in the USA also.