8 pin rim

[thetoolnut]

Currently running .063, .325, 62dl chain on my 241 with a 7 pin rim drive sprocket. I want to try it on an 8 pin, do i need an extra link in my chain? So 63dl instead of 62??

 

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[Richard Thompson]

on my 450 i changed the rim from 7 to 8 and no problems with an extra link but thats a husky and not a stihl there should be enough travel in the chain adjuster but im sure wiser minds will confirm

[thetoolnut]

Indeed, thanks for your reply.

 

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[spudulike]

Buy the rim, if you can't get the chain on then YES, you need an extra link.

 

Some will and some wont!

[thetoolnut]

Thanks for that advice.

 

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[Stubby]

Just remember that an 8 pin will give faster chain speed in fresh air but might bog down on a small capacity standard saw . I have some , well all , ported saws one of which is my " legendary " 372 ported by spud . On a 24" bar it performs better with te standard 7 pin . On a shorter bar its a different story . You will sacrifice some torque for the extra chain speed .

[thetoolnut]

Marvelous, thanks Stubby.

 

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[skyhuck]

Buy the rim, if you can't get the chain on then YES, you need an extra link.

 

Some will and some wont!

 

[Rough Hewn]

Get a bigger saw.

A 261 will struggle with an 8tooth in hardwood over 10-12".

It's ok for softwood.

A 461 with 20" bar works well with an 8 tooth.

Personally I find an 8 tooth is great for cross cutting, but I use a 7 tooth for felling as it's slower and I have more control.

Check the chain speed and then have a look at your class 1 trouser protection chain speed limits.

 

 

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[thetoolnut]

Thanks for your input, i wear class 2's.

 

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