Jump to content

Log in or register to remove this advert

Stihl chainsaw cutting issue


MG123
 Share

Recommended Posts

Having the same sort of problem with my stihl 024 it bogs down/sticks with very little pressure on it thought it may be the clutch so put a new one in still the same now thinking it might be the sprocket /clutch cover (don't know its name) that is worn or reading the above might need a new bar I dressed the bar after reading the above but still the same any ideas cheers

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Log in or register to remove this advert

  • Replies 38
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Top Posters In This Topic

Posted Images

Cheers TGB Is there any way to check or is it a case of buy a new one and see as I have already dressed the bar

 

Put a square across the rails and look for gap,

Or put some marker pen on the rails and use a bar dresser,when all the marker gone rails are level

Edited by mixedangased
Link to comment
Share on other sites

And round we come again to 3rd post in ! :biggrin:

Sorry. Didn't mean to reiterate what had already been said by your good self. But pointing the OPer to them having to actually measure depth of groove, after having first dressed the bar.

Edited by TGB
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Sorry. Didn't mean to reiterate what had already been said by your good self. But pointing the OPer to them having to actually measure depth of groove, after having first dressed the bar.

 

Only having a larf bud ! No harm meant :biggrin:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Having the same sort of problem with my stihl 024 it bogs down/sticks with very little pressure on it thought it may be the clutch so put a new one in still the same now thinking it might be the sprocket /clutch cover (don't know its name) that is worn or reading the above might need a new bar I dressed the bar after reading the above but still the same any ideas cheers

 

To me, this sounds like lack of power otput or a slipping clutch - power output being the most likely.

 

It sounds, from your description, that your saw is revving and idling OK but when you go to cut wood, the saw slows and boggs in the cut.

 

If you have bar/chain issues, you usually get the saw revving its nuts off but very little cutting action - a bit different from bogging in the cut.

 

My advice is to ensure your saw has compression, check the piston through the exhaust port (should be smooth with no vertical scores). If this looks good then check the fuel system. It is likely you have a partial blockage - probably the internal gauze strainer under the single screw cover.

 

A sliping clutch would cause the revs to continue or soar as the chain slows in the cut and possible excess heat/smoke from the clutch side. A worn sprocket will cause rough chain rotation but shouldn't cause this issue.

 

Engine wear/partial seizure/ fuel/ bad spark plug are most likely IMO!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share


  •  

  • Featured Adverts

About

Arbtalk.co.uk is a hub for the arboriculture industry in the UK.  
If you're just starting out and you need business, equipment, tech or training support you're in the right place.  If you've done it, made it, got a van load of oily t-shirts and have decided to give something back by sharing your knowledge or wisdom,  then you're welcome too.
If you would like to contribute to making this industry more effective and safe then welcome.
Just like a living tree, it'll always be a work in progress.
Please have a look around, sign up, share and contribute the best you have.

See you inside.

The Arbtalk Team

Follow us

Articles

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.