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@Mr grow Medical The (by far) most common cause of small engine failure is stale fuel gumming up (varnishing) the carb. This would definitely cause your symptoms. The severity of this would dictate the necessary repairs. Start here - empty the tank of old fuel (dispose of it properly.) Put fresh fuel (I recommend 91 Octane, but that's solely due to the lack of ethanol - at least up here in Canada) treated with Seafoam (www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/sea-foam-motor-treatment-473-ml-0387800p.html#srp). Now run the engine as before - with the fuel cap loosely in place (enough to stop the splashing gas from getting out while letting air in.) If it performs well, tighten the cap per norm and repeat the test. No stall? You're gtg. Stall again indicates the cap is plugged - can be cleaned relatively easily or replaced cheaply. If it's still running like a bag of hammers with the cap loose, then we have to move onto the next diagnostic step.
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I've got a Husky with the clutch set up that way and in the manual it shows a picture of putting grease on that shaft and recommends doing it every time you sharpen the chain. But it doesn't explain it good enough to let you know about pumping it in or why it needs it. I just put a glob of grease on the shaft like it shows but didn't know why. Thanks for the video ! I'm sure I'll get more life out of that bearing now.
I have been sawing for over 35 years and never knew there was a grease hole to grease the clutch bell needle roller, i always removed the clutch, added a spot of grease and re assembled it, now i can grease it so much quicker, just goes to prove we are never too old to learn something new, thank you sir for showing this.
I have been a sawyer for USFS for many years and I have been showing my neighbors how to lube the needle clutch bearing and the bar sprocket. I sharpen their chains and show them the "secret" lube holes.
Before Steve went 'world-wide' on UA-cam, Steve's customers were extremely fortunate; having a skilled, honest repairman, servicing their equipment. Perhaps we are more fortunate, being afforded opportunity seeing this gentleman open his 'magical' shop to viewers¿ Perhaps, this video is worth a million words.....❤
I do not understand why anyone would put a thums down for such good and wonderful information. If I was there in his shop, I would shake his hand and give him a good manly hug. I realy appreiate all the good information this man puts forth for us not so informed on these saws
I agree. Those "thumbs down" people are scum. It is people like Steve who takes the time to help us less fortunate folks try to better ourselves and learn stuff.
Labatt was my grandfathers beer, it is now my beer. He was a wizard just like yourself with the old gas axes, everybody in town used to bring their saws to him, but I was too young to appreciate it. People like you are how us young people are continuing to learn while we lose our elders. I’m am forever thankful for your videos, they fill a void in my life I would never get back.
JacobChaulk I can appreciate your grandfather. My former father-in-law, Frank was just like that. Frank was brilliant, he could fix anything. The most important thing that he taught me was that there is very little you cannot do if you give it a try.
Using chainsaws for 30 years and there's always something new to learn. These details weren't widely available before the internet. Only the chainsaw manufacturers and small engine repair guys probably knew. Thanks.
Now, that is a new one to me. I have been using chainsaws for years now,but I never knew there was a grease hole in the needle bearings. Thanks to you Steve, i know now. That's why I watch your videos of every day.
@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Do you have any tricks for keeping the clutch cover nuts tight during use? I have a Husky 572XP that has West Coast Dogs that use that modified clutch cover and they seem to loosen quick. The clutch cover that came with the 572 uses nuts that have some sort of clamp to at least keep them from falling all the way off. Any ideas?
Steve you are a life saver with all the expert advise you give. If I lived near you within 60 miles or so I would never take my lawnmowers or chains or all of my small engines anywhere else but to you buddy. Your a champ 1st class my friend. Thank you very kindly for all of your videos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
As someone that is self taught on all things mechanical, I really appreciate your videos and mentions of your hydration choices. We have the nest beers up here in the great white north! Keep em coming!
Man I just got a gas saw and it’s my first gas fueled small engine powered piece of power equipment. It’s amazing the knowlege you can find on UA-cam. I’m glad that this was mentioned because I would have never guessed there was a greasable bearing for that clutch and I certainly would not have figured that spot there walls have been a grease port. I’m a commercial/industrial hvac technician and understand how important maintenance is on equipment that needs to be relied on so that’s why I started researching all of this chainsaw stuff and MAN am I glad I did. Seems like outdoor power equipment design, building, manufacturing, maintenance and repair is it’s own little world with all sorts of little known pieces of info. Hopefully learning all of this will ensure my equipment lasts for years.
Well if we had congressmen or women that would bring back the importance of traditional values and ethics as well as the importance of hard work then we might not be where we are now. If I were in charge of school systems there would not be a student receive a diploma until he /she could read a tape measure proficiently. They would be required to carry it at all times and measure anything they are ask to measure at any time. And each student would know a trade before graduating. Whether it would be cooking, welding, electrical wiring, plumbing, hvac, farming, machine trades, auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, etc. then they wouldn’t have to set around in safe zones and cry because they feel worthless with their degree in mythology or psychology and be so worthless that they can’t figure out how to do anything but riot and badmouth our country. !!!
Steve, you're the best! I'm 60 years old and I can honestly say I've learned more from you in the last couple of years then the previous 58. Keep up the great work best wishes
I couldn't even find this DETAILED explanation in the Husky book that came with the saw. Talks about a fitting. A HOLE is NOT a FITTING!!!! I have 2 353 saws and have now caught their grease points before the bearings failed. Thanks to you... so much!
@Dave Iauco totally agree with you,is the same old and new chinese counterparts,but i allways have a full checkup everytime when i replace a chain or bar+chain.
I had no idea of the roller bearings or the grease gun! The grease gun is definitely my next purchase! Thanks Steve for another excellent educational video! You're the BEST!!
I inadvertently found the answer to my question. My chain goes by itself sometimes as well on my Husqvarna. Now that I know how to take the clutch off by the way thank you Steve, I better get on that job before I get a destroyed needle bearing. Sometimes the chain goes by itself while my saw is idling and sometimes it doesn't want to grab when I'm cutting at full throttle. I have this all running good but I know that something's up. Great video I'm glad I stumbled upon it even though it's 2 years old lol. Been washing your videos for about a year or so Steve but now you have another sub lol. I'm from Canada like you too eh.
Great video as always. Steve I'm located down in Florida and I have been restoring all sort of small engines from mowers to weed eaters from the trash and I always refer to your videos. Thanks!!!
Steve, I had a PBR while I watched this video. I have a Husquvarna and am going to check to see if I can do this. Maintenance is always easier than repair
John Jones PBR, I hear some people saying that is the worst beer around but after trying coors, miller and bud I don’t think blue ribbon could be any more shitty. Love from Australia 🇦🇺
Huskypilot 630 ...PBR is probably worse than the others you named but just barely. For years US beer was bad but in the last couple of decades, or three, we've really come along. We now have some of the finest craft beer on the planet. 🍻
I've worked for Piekarsky & Son's, Smitty's, John's Affordable Tree Service and more. And I kid you not,your videos are sending my Arborist skills to a whole different level of excellence. Thanks Bud.
Your a champion Steve, iv watched all of your chainsaw videos, iv owned a little STIHL MS180 for about 3 weeks and I feel confident enough to fix most problems I come across, I hope you keep making more chainsaw videos! Cheers from Australia🍺
I continually preach preventive Maintenance to all my customers. This video was/is Extremely simple and Extremely informative. I'm going to take a look at my saw now.
Great information! I knew about the grease point on the bar but greasing the bearings at the clutch was the great info for me. My Stihl’s getting a good greasing first thing tomorrow morning! Thanks for the info Steve! Great channel! 👍🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Wow Steve had no idea there was a grease hole for the bearing does Buckin billy ray even know of this i think i will ask him Thank you Sir for the info you are the man with the plan for sure.
Top notch ! Just picked up my new chainsaw today and this is tremendous information to ensure I get a long life out of it without unnecessary repairs. Thank you.
I really like this man and his video's....Down to earth, smart as hell and knowledgeable....Makes me want to have a beer or two with him, maybe three or four...lol
Amazing info for me . I am a DIY guy trying to do things on me own but don't know these details. I learned a lot from you today.😊 Thank you so so much Sir
Greeting from Florida, with all the storms this year, I've really appreciated your chainsaw videos. You sir, have saved me a bundle in all areas of small engine repair. On Another note, many of the principles you talk about apply to large engines and many vehicles as well. Thanks again, stay warm up there and if you ever come close to Pensacola, stop in see the Blue Angels and we'll have a cold brew or two!
Thank you Steve for another useful maintenance tip. I am impressed with your simple and no nonsense presentation. I have had chainsaws for years and have learnt more from you in the last year. Thanks again. James
Thanks for this hidden info Steve! Would you do a video on the differences between bar and chain oil and regular oil, and or used motor oil related to use as bar oil?
I've asked what to do and properly care for saws I've used. This has never been known about or mentioned. I learned about the mix. And the bar oil. Had an oiler turned up by a shop for one that heated up the bar. But this is the first for grease points that must be in the original instructions? Wherever they are. The sock monster in the dryer must take them. Who knows. But this video caught me totally by surprise. Nice job, Steve. You really earned a Heineken that hasn't been out of the fridge since it was bottled. Chilled and not skunky.
AGAIN, another absolutely terrific video from you! Every time I leave a comment after watching one of your videos I try to express my true love and appreciation for what you do, and how you do it! Too bad the world is not filled with folks like you, it would be a much better place❤ P. S. Don't know how often you are able to check your emails, but I did send you one with a question, hoping that you can get a chance to review it and send me a reply.❤
I did a chainsaw course at Usk college in the UK 17 years ago. The saws we used were the Husqvarna 371, we were shown how to lubricate the clutch housing needle roller bearing using the simple grease gun. We were told to do this periodically, say every 2-3 months, too often and grease could get into the clutch. I've since found that not all chainsaws have this method of bearing lubrication. The bearing really only comes under heavy load when the chain is stalled under heavy throttle situations. Some people often stall their chain!!!! Under normal use the bearing doesn't get much load at all.
You think this video saved me money? LOL. I just found out I need to buy two more tools that I didn't know about. Thanks Steve. Keep up the great videos.
A stuck clutch is most likely always the bearing, as most of the bearings ride in a plastic cage. The cage gets hot from lack of lubrication, and melts and wipes out the bearings, which is what you end up with here. Out of all of the saws and weedeaters with clutches I have worked on over the years, I rarely ever run into a broken spring. Good catch on that.
Great tips! I don’t know that I e seen a needle bearing that bad before. I wonder what kind of use/abuse that saw goes thru. Was it just me or did he put the clutch drum on without a sprocket?
Just pulled this maintenance on my 3 husqvarnas as per their owners manual a couple months ago. Didn't know to look for the secret hole though. My P26 Pioneers manual doesn't mention a clutch bearing needing lubed. After 43 years guess I better check it out .
If the secret grease hole isn't on your chainsaw... well you have to add drops of oil between the needle bearing and the clutch... don't ask me how I know..... :(
My old 2100 Husky did not have that hole in the shaft. I would take the bearing out every 3 months or so to clean and grease it. After I had it ported and a carb upgrade, I had the fastest cutting saw in our crew. That was when Huskys were built well.
Thanks Steve!.. I just had to replace that same bearing and the “E” clip on my Sthill 180C Chain Saw. I ordered the parts from Amazon and had them the next day...I kept all of the un-needed parts in my tool box (Specified as for my Chain Saw). In hind sight, I didn’t know about this small hole in the shaft, however every time I work on ANY engine or car etc. I take detailed photos of everything, so I will go back to my photos to see if I can see that nice little grease hole. I didn’t grease that bearing before I put it on my saw, so I’m sure that I’d better do that right away.
Good video! I'm 72, been fixin' saws up north here on Vancouver Island since 1975. One thing about greasing the tips: we were running the 2100 model those days, and the fallers weren't greasing the tips. There was no problem. But a local contractor was, and his tips were burning up! Our conclusion was that the chain oil did a good job anyway. Bill
@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon You must know the guy who originally worked for Challenger in Nimpkish, before he went to Macandales. [1989?] He was from Duncan, I forget his name! I worked at Woss, but long before I was at Gordon River- where my dad was saw mechanic. Bill junior.
Good one Steve, I had no idea , I been cutting wood 40 years , My saws are all Huskvarna before they X - torqued , 55 372, 395 , I have a 266XP from 1982. Magnesium case 4.0 ci a beast still works great. I have had all the good top handle saws , Husky 338 , 35 , Stihl 200T. I must say Echo 355 T has been best so far , by the way Echo is making some good saws now, legendary starting , your thoughts please, hey what’s that blue can
Having seen this I was encouraged to grease the roller bearings within my clutch. (Jonsered 2139T) Imagine my disappointment upon finding no grease hole or channel. Jonered and Husqvarna are related. And I did note that Steve said that not all these saws have this greasing feature. Still I was disappointed. Anyway I have had the fitting that is screwed in the empty spart plug hole, for 15 years. This was the first time I used it. It stops piston travel when removing a clutch or putting it back on. It was a problem solver. And the clutch came off with just a 19mm scrench. But you have to remember to turn it the opposit way from all other nuts and bolts. I still have the little tube of genuine Husqvarna grease that came with this saw. So I checked the bearings. Cleaned them and applied the Swedish grease. I did some cleanup in that area and put things together easily with that scrench. And removed the piston stopper. The plug was fine but I brightened it up anyway and installed it. For cleaning the nooks and crannies of a saw I like to use alcohol in a squirt bottle. Set it for stream some times. WD•40 with the red straw helps too. To confine my mess I got a large discarded cookie sheet. This is long enough. Thanks for the opportunity to put in my two cents.
One thing to remember when greasing the bearing is to only give it one pump! Go crazy with the grease and it gets into the drum and major clutch slippage. That’s been a feature on husky’s since the early to mid 90s. Think my old 262XP even had it if I remember correctly
I ran a husky for 10years, was always taught by my teachers who grew up in forestry with there dad and his dad, if you grease it once you will always have to, if you dont the bar oil is enough to do the job. Once you grease it stops oil getting in requiring to keep greasing. I went through 1 bearing in that time, but knew something was broken and changed out before it got to the stage of this saw in the video. After 10years i moved to stihl and never greased and that is still going on the second bearing after 15yrs.
Just put bar lube on it and it should be fine as long as you not running chain to tight. When you grease it, the grease move out over time and stops oil getting in so you will have to continue to grease all the time. If you choose to grease, do it often, otherwise the bar lube does the job. Ran my saw for 8hr days 5 days a week, plus any firewood on weekends. Never greased once and never had a problem
Hey Steve great video. "I learned something day " "oh my God I killed my Chainsaw," now I know about those little holes, I just dripped the tip in heavy motor oil every other job. What's the weight of the grease ? Synthetic?
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@Mr grow Medical The (by far) most common cause of small engine failure is stale fuel gumming up (varnishing) the carb. This would definitely cause your symptoms. The severity of this would dictate the necessary repairs.
Start here - empty the tank of old fuel (dispose of it properly.) Put fresh fuel (I recommend 91 Octane, but that's solely due to the lack of ethanol - at least up here in Canada) treated with Seafoam (www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/sea-foam-motor-treatment-473-ml-0387800p.html#srp).
Now run the engine as before - with the fuel cap loosely in place (enough to stop the splashing gas from getting out while letting air in.) If it performs well, tighten the cap per norm and repeat the test. No stall? You're gtg. Stall again indicates the cap is plugged - can be cleaned relatively easily or replaced cheaply.
If it's still running like a bag of hammers with the cap loose, then we have to move onto the next diagnostic step.
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I don’t have a chainsaw like that, but it was still very informative and guess what I recently bought you a beer have a good day.
I have a vintage homelite super 2 from the 60s and I think I have a grease port on my bar but I don't know if that will work for this bar
I've got a Husky with the clutch set up that way and in the manual it shows a picture of putting grease on that shaft and recommends doing it every time you sharpen the chain. But it doesn't explain it good enough to let you know about pumping it in or why it needs it. I just put a glob of grease on the shaft like it shows but didn't know why. Thanks for the video ! I'm sure I'll get more life out of that bearing now.
@@florpdorp7190 I have a vintage 922 Homelite I bought in 1979 brand new and that grease gun works for the bar.
That's quality beer and video brother... I've been running saws for 45 years and you just showed an old dog a new trick.... God bless
Glad to help
3 years later and still very informative. Thanks!
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I have been sawing for over 35 years and never knew there was a grease hole to grease the clutch bell needle roller, i always removed the clutch, added a spot of grease and re assembled it, now i can grease it so much quicker, just goes to prove we are never too old to learn something new, thank you sir for showing this.
Steve glad you pointed that out I was alarmed when you dry assembled that needle roller bearing out.
Yep, me too.
I've been running chainsaws for 40 years and I never knew that I could possibly grease that needle bearing. Thanks Steve!
Glad to help
Same here, but I been doing it 30 years
Not all of them , my 044 does not have that feature , my tanakas have.
@@tomthompson7400 2 drilled holes and it would.
should the bearing be packed with Grease prior. to insertion ?
Steve what a great vidio......been using chain saws for 50 years and I didnt know about the grease ports.........thanks much !
Glad to help
I have been a sawyer for USFS for many years and I have been showing my neighbors how to lube the needle clutch bearing and the bar sprocket. I sharpen their chains and show them the "secret" lube holes.
Best ever. Every time, Steve, I learn 2-3 things! Steve out.
Right on Carl! Thank You...
This is really well filmed and spoken clearly with good information. Well done! Thanks! 👍✔
Much appreciated!
Didn’t know that the hole on the end of the shaft was for grease.
Tips like this are a god send to the amateur chainsaw guy.
Right on Tommy...
Tom Stitt outboard clutches 90% of the time have the grease port, inboard clutches, atleast all of my saws you have to take the cutch apart to grease
Me neither. I've run Husky saws at work for decades. Had no idea that was there.
Thanks great vid.information invaluable...chain saw ...very cool..have a brewhaha fixing saws man after my own hart
Cool man thx going to grease my 545
TOP SECRET! What would I do without these guys and u-tube. I learn something new every day about all my tractors, bush hog's, lawn equipment.
Before Steve went 'world-wide' on UA-cam, Steve's customers were extremely fortunate; having a skilled, honest repairman, servicing their equipment. Perhaps we are more fortunate, being afforded opportunity seeing this gentleman open his 'magical' shop to viewers¿
Perhaps, this video is worth a million words.....❤
I do not understand why anyone would put a thums down for such good and wonderful information. If I was there in his shop, I would shake his hand and give him a good manly hug. I realy appreiate all the good information this man puts forth for us not so informed on these saws
I appreciate that!
I would bring him beerz.
I agree. Those "thumbs down" people are scum. It is people like Steve who takes the time to help us less fortunate folks try to better ourselves and learn stuff.
It's strange how the number of thumbs down is the exact same number as Authourized Husqvarna dealers in North America.....hmmm..... coincidence?
Labatt was my grandfathers beer, it is now my beer. He was a wizard just like yourself with the old gas axes, everybody in town used to bring their saws to him, but I was too young to appreciate it. People like you are how us young people are continuing to learn while we lose our elders. I’m am forever thankful for your videos, they fill a void in my life I would never get back.
JacobChaulk I can appreciate your grandfather. My former father-in-law, Frank was just like that. Frank was brilliant, he could fix anything. The most important thing that he taught me was that there is very little you cannot do if you give it a try.
@@newportpa67 So true, just fixed my lawnmower today that i almost took to reapair shop after it sat in shed for about year or so.
🍺🍻 dont make them like they used to :)
@@newportpa67 well said!
My dumbass ex-mother in law used to call a chainsaw an "automatic ax".
I'm so glad that I found this channel. Very informative.
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Clear. Easy to picture and understand👍
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Using chainsaws for 30 years and there's always something new to learn. These details weren't widely available before the internet. Only the chainsaw manufacturers and small engine repair guys probably knew. Thanks.
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To be fair these things are in the manuals
@@MattJonesYT the wise guys never read them
Probably the best small engine maintenence channel on youtube.
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Wow, thanks!
theres no doubt about that scott
Now, that is a new one to me. I have been using chainsaws for years now,but I never knew there was a grease hole in the needle bearings. Thanks to you Steve, i know now. That's why I watch your videos of every day.
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Holy crap... you just saved me so much trials and tributations with my workforce. You explained it in a way they understood it. Thank you Steve!!!
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These videos are so easy to understand. Great work.
Glad to hear that!
@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Do you have any tricks for keeping the clutch cover nuts tight during use? I have a Husky 572XP that has West Coast Dogs that use that modified clutch cover and they seem to loosen quick. The clutch cover that came with the 572 uses nuts that have some sort of clamp to at least keep them from falling all the way off. Any ideas?
Steve you are a life saver with all the expert advise you give. If I lived near you within 60 miles or so I would never take my lawnmowers or chains or all of my small engines anywhere else but to you buddy. Your a champ 1st class my friend. Thank you very kindly for all of your videos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Wow, thanks
As someone that is self taught on all things mechanical, I really appreciate your videos and mentions of your hydration choices. We have the nest beers up here in the great white north! Keep em coming!
Right on
Almost 60 years old and never knew about the clutch portion. Thank you
Glad to help
Man I just got a gas saw and it’s my first gas fueled small engine powered piece of power equipment. It’s amazing the knowlege you can find on UA-cam. I’m glad that this was mentioned because I would have never guessed there was a greasable bearing for that clutch and I certainly would not have figured that spot there walls have been a grease port. I’m a commercial/industrial hvac technician and understand how important maintenance is on equipment that needs to be relied on so that’s why I started researching all of this chainsaw stuff and MAN am I glad I did. Seems like outdoor power equipment design, building, manufacturing, maintenance and repair is it’s own little world with all sorts of little known pieces of info. Hopefully learning all of this will ensure my equipment lasts for years.
If I had teachers like this in school I would have been able to get a good , honorable job, and not end up being a Congressman.
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Really?
Well if we had congressmen or women that would bring back the importance of traditional values and ethics as well as the importance of hard work then we might not be where we are now.
If I were in charge of school systems there would not be a student receive a diploma until he /she could read a tape measure proficiently. They would be required to carry it at all times and measure anything they are ask to measure at any time. And each student would know a trade before graduating. Whether it would be cooking, welding, electrical wiring, plumbing, hvac, farming, machine trades, auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, etc.
then they wouldn’t have to set around in safe zones and cry because they feel worthless with their degree in mythology or psychology and be so worthless that they can’t figure out how to do anything but riot and badmouth our country. !!!
Andy Jones but if they had to learn all that then that would leave no time for antifa and BLM Ah conservatives they get me every time
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Man found ya after about 2 years!!! Thanks Steve! Prost!
Right on Dan!
Steve, you're the best! I'm 60 years old and I can honestly say I've learned more from you in the last couple of years then the previous 58. Keep up the great work best wishes
Wow, thanks!
I couldn't even find this DETAILED explanation in the Husky book that came with the saw. Talks about a fitting. A HOLE is NOT a FITTING!!!! I have 2 353 saws and have now caught their grease points before the bearings failed. Thanks to you... so much!
Been around the sun for over 70 years & did not know this!
was about to take it to a repair shop and you saved my butt, Thanks
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Wow! A hidden “G” spot, who would have thought? Great channel, keep up the content and stay safe.
Lol
I don’t always read the manual either, but I’ve had three huskies and the book mentioned it on all three
@@turdferguson4602 I’ve only had 2, actually only the 1st was husky… but neither wife came with a manual ;-)
Been running a saw for 50 years and never knew about that one Steve. Thanks
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@Dave Iauco totally agree with you,is the same old and new chinese counterparts,but i allways have a full checkup everytime when i replace a chain or bar+chain.
Another terrific video...short and to the point. Excellent camera work. Really great. Thanks Steve. Jesus bless.
Thank you kindly!
You make repairs so look so easy, videos are great. I learn something new every time I watch one.
Glad you like them!
I had no idea of the roller bearings or the grease gun! The grease gun is definitely my next purchase! Thanks Steve for another excellent educational video! You're the BEST!!
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I inadvertently found the answer to my question. My chain goes by itself sometimes as well on my Husqvarna. Now that I know how to take the clutch off by the way thank you Steve, I better get on that job before I get a destroyed needle bearing. Sometimes the chain goes by itself while my saw is idling and sometimes it doesn't want to grab when I'm cutting at full throttle. I have this all running good but I know that something's up. Great video I'm glad I stumbled upon it even though it's 2 years old lol. Been washing your videos for about a year or so Steve but now you have another sub lol. I'm from Canada like you too eh.
Great video as always. Steve I'm located down in Florida and I have been restoring all sort of small engines from mowers to weed eaters from the trash and I always refer to your videos. Thanks!!!
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Once again, an excellent and very useful video. Great work Steve!
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Great tip for greasing the clutch bearing. Thank you for this time saving maintenance tip.
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Steve, I had a PBR while I watched this video. I have a Husquvarna and am going to check to see if I can do this. Maintenance is always easier than repair
Good luck!
John Jones PBR, I hear some people saying that is the worst beer around but after trying coors, miller and bud I don’t think blue ribbon could be any more shitty. Love from Australia 🇦🇺
@@huskypilot6305 Bad beer is like bad whiskey, after the first couple of drinks it doesnt really matter.
Huskypilot 630 ...PBR is probably worse than the others you named but just barely. For years US beer was bad but in the last couple of decades, or three, we've really come along. We now have some of the finest craft beer on the planet. 🍻
Can't get it at the moment in Tesco, mad people have had a rush on it! I thought only I drink it over here!
Great presentation....... although, myself, I would have greased the new bearings BEFORE installing them. Just saying. Good info - Thank you.
I've worked for Piekarsky & Son's, Smitty's, John's Affordable Tree Service and more. And I kid you not,your videos are sending my Arborist skills to a whole different level of excellence. Thanks Bud.
Wow, thanks
Steve you are so helpful. Good to have this info that makes our lives easier. Thank you.
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Your a champion Steve, iv watched all of your chainsaw videos, iv owned a little STIHL MS180 for about 3 weeks and I feel confident enough to fix most problems I come across, I hope you keep making more chainsaw videos! Cheers from Australia🍺
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Very good , You just fixed my issue. Thank You !
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Great tip and useful references too!!! Easy fix but preventive measures always rule!!! Thank you Steve!!🏆
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Never to old to learn something new. Didn't know that existed. Thanks for the video.
No problem!
I continually preach preventive Maintenance to all my customers.
This video was/is Extremely simple and Extremely informative.
I'm going to take a look at my saw now.
Great to hear!
When I watch you I learn a lot and feel like I'm spending time with a friend drinking a beer. Keep up the good work!
That's awesome!
Great information! I knew about the grease point on the bar but greasing the bearings at the clutch was the great info for me. My Stihl’s getting a good greasing first thing tomorrow morning! Thanks for the info Steve! Great channel! 👍🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I haved saved several chainsaws from nasty issues since first watching your video a few years ago. Thanks, Steve
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Wow Steve had no idea there was a grease hole for the bearing does Buckin billy ray even know of this i think i will ask him Thank you Sir for the info you are the man with the plan for sure.
if i would of had teachers like you in school , i would have finished high school
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It's true... a school subject incorporating this type of life skill teaching is a winner..
Especially one that lets you drink beer in class.
@Mark OnTheBlueRidge who cares?
If I had had teachers like this, I wouldn't be a patent attorney with a logging certification.
Great advice and demonstration. I will pass this on to those people that don't know.
Top notch ! Just picked up my new chainsaw today and this is tremendous information to ensure I get a long life out of it without unnecessary repairs. Thank you.
Great to hear!
I really like this man and his video's....Down to earth, smart as hell and knowledgeable....Makes me want to have a beer or two with him, maybe three or four...lol
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Amazing info for me . I am a DIY guy trying to do things on me own but don't know these details. I learned a lot from you today.😊 Thank you so so much Sir
Glad to hear it!
Not going to lie. I was skeptical at first, but now I’m subscribed 👏
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Same happened to me a while back, now find myself watching vids for issues I don’t have 😅😂 cheers!
Greeting from Florida, with all the storms this year, I've really appreciated your chainsaw videos. You sir, have saved me a bundle in all areas of small engine repair. On Another note, many of the principles you talk about apply to large engines and many vehicles as well. Thanks again, stay warm up there and if you ever come close to Pensacola, stop in see the Blue Angels and we'll have a cold brew or two!
Steve you are the best ! Beginner friendly .
Right on, that's awesome to hear!
Thank you Steve for another useful maintenance tip. I am impressed with your simple and no nonsense presentation. I have had chainsaws for years and have learnt more from you in the last year. Thanks again. James
Great to hear!
thank you Steve! used saws for 30 years & you are the best info I ever got Thanks from New Zealand
Glad to help
Steve well I just learned some thing never new that
Right on Marky..
Videos are always spot on .. Husky explains the need to grease that bearing in the owners manual but, its better when you show us . Thanks !!!
Great point!
Owner's manual? To read the instructions is to admit defeat...and blow up a saw.
Tell us more of this “Owner’s Manual” you speak so highly of🤔. This isn’t a gag like the Loch-Ness Monster or the Booger-Man is it?🤣
@@sawsurgeon no, it's for real. They come with the women's model.
Keep up the great work Steve. Thank you for all you do for us folks.
Thanks, will do!
Love this! Steve knows what he's talking about! And then,,, Labatt Blue! Yes!
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@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Brewed right in my hometown of London Ontario Canada.
Your a great teacher!!! Thanks steve, art.
I appreciate that!
Give him a subscription to say thanks! 👍
Wish I'd found your video sooner. Great video, learned what the manual couldn't tell me!! Thanks.
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Thanks for this hidden info Steve!
Would you do a video on the differences between bar and chain oil and regular oil, and or used motor oil related to use as bar oil?
Great stuff Mate!
Thanks a lot!
I've asked what to do and properly care for saws I've used.
This has never been known about or mentioned.
I learned about the mix.
And the bar oil.
Had an oiler turned up by a shop for one that heated up the bar.
But this is the first for grease points that must be in the original instructions?
Wherever they are.
The sock monster in the dryer must take them.
Who knows.
But this video caught me totally by surprise. Nice job, Steve.
You really earned a Heineken that hasn't been out of the fridge since it was bottled.
Chilled and not skunky.
Just found your channel. Great information with an awesome delivery. I hope you keep making them.
More to come!
AGAIN, another absolutely terrific video from you! Every time I leave a comment after watching one of your videos I try to express my true love and appreciation for what you do, and how you do it!
Too bad the world is not filled with folks like you, it would be a much better place❤
P. S. Don't know how often you are able to check your emails, but I did send you one with a question, hoping that you can get a chance to review it and send me a reply.❤
I think there are some comments on this video ua-cam.com/video/62kTNwtPmE8/v-deo.html as to the type of plastic.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP
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I did a chainsaw course at Usk college in the UK 17 years ago. The saws we used were the Husqvarna 371, we were shown how to lubricate the clutch housing needle roller bearing using the simple grease gun. We were told to do this periodically, say every 2-3 months, too often and grease could get into the clutch. I've since found that not all chainsaws have this method of bearing lubrication. The bearing really only comes under heavy load when the chain is stalled under heavy throttle situations. Some people often stall their chain!!!! Under normal use the bearing doesn't get much load at all.
Appreciate it, have to check and see if my Stihl 211 has that.
You think this video saved me money? LOL.
I just found out I need to buy two more tools that I didn't know about.
Thanks Steve. Keep up the great videos.
Sorry bout that!
A stuck clutch is most likely always the bearing, as most of the bearings ride in a plastic cage. The cage gets hot from lack of lubrication, and melts and wipes out the bearings, which is what you end up with here.
Out of all of the saws and weedeaters with clutches I have worked on over the years, I rarely ever run into a broken spring.
Good catch on that.
Love to get your thoughts on OEM vs aftermarket small engine parts. I really appreciate the fact you share all this great information.
Amazing video Steve. I never about greasing that bearing. Thanks!
Glad to help
My husband is fixing ours as we speak.
Right on
Does he also have a LaBatts?
I'm going to look at mine now, learn something every day, thank you
Glad to help
Great tips! I don’t know that I e seen a needle bearing that bad before. I wonder what kind of use/abuse that saw goes thru.
Was it just me or did he put the clutch drum on without a sprocket?
In one word - EXCELLENT
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Just pulled this maintenance on my 3 husqvarnas as per their owners manual a couple months ago. Didn't know to look for the secret hole though. My P26 Pioneers manual doesn't mention a clutch bearing needing lubed. After 43 years guess I better check it out .
If the secret grease hole isn't on your chainsaw... well you have to add drops of oil between the needle bearing and the clutch... don't ask me how I know..... :(
Definitely helpful Mr.Steve! Thanks once again!!
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My old 2100 Husky did not have that hole in the shaft. I would take the bearing out every 3 months or so to clean and grease it. After I had it ported and a carb upgrade, I had the fastest cutting saw in our crew. That was when Huskys were built well.
Thanks Steve!.. I just had to replace that same bearing and the “E” clip on my Sthill 180C Chain Saw. I ordered the parts from Amazon and had them the next day...I kept all of the un-needed parts in my tool box (Specified as for my Chain Saw). In hind sight, I didn’t know about this small hole in the shaft, however every time I work on ANY engine or car etc. I take detailed photos of everything, so I will go back to my photos to see if I can see that nice little grease hole. I didn’t grease that bearing before I put it on my saw, so I’m sure that I’d better do that right away.
Good video! I'm 72, been fixin' saws up north here on Vancouver Island since 1975. One thing about greasing the tips: we were running the 2100 model those days, and the fallers weren't greasing the tips. There was no problem. But a local contractor was, and his tips were burning up! Our conclusion was that the chain oil did a good job anyway. Bill
I used to work at Macandales!
@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon You must know the guy who originally worked for Challenger in Nimpkish, before he went to Macandales. [1989?] He was from Duncan, I forget his name! I worked at Woss, but long before I was at Gordon River- where my dad was saw mechanic. Bill junior.
I always "look before leaping",cause every so often it's not the common problem,good job,ace
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Welly, well, well !!! I have this machine within this exact problem. How good is providence? From Straya, I dips me lid.
This is definitely an informative video. Thanks again Steve. Cheers!
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Good one Steve, I had no idea , I been cutting wood 40 years , My saws are all Huskvarna before they X - torqued , 55 372, 395 , I have a 266XP from 1982. Magnesium case 4.0 ci a beast still works great. I have had all the good top handle saws , Husky 338 , 35 , Stihl 200T. I must say Echo 355 T has been best so far , by the way Echo is making some good saws now, legendary starting , your thoughts please, hey what’s that blue can
Having seen this I was encouraged to grease the roller bearings within my clutch. (Jonsered 2139T) Imagine my disappointment upon finding no grease hole or channel. Jonered and Husqvarna are related. And I did note that Steve said that not all these saws have this greasing feature. Still I was disappointed.
Anyway I have had the fitting that is screwed in the empty spart plug hole, for 15 years. This was the first time I used it. It stops piston travel when removing a clutch or putting it back on. It was a problem solver. And the clutch came off with just a 19mm scrench. But you have to remember to turn it the opposit way from all other nuts and bolts. I still have the little tube of genuine Husqvarna grease that came with this saw. So I checked the bearings. Cleaned them and applied the Swedish grease. I did some cleanup in that area and put things together easily with that scrench. And removed the piston stopper. The plug was fine but I brightened it up anyway and installed it.
For cleaning the nooks and crannies of a saw I like to use alcohol in a squirt bottle. Set it for stream some times. WD•40 with the red straw helps too. To confine my mess I got a large discarded cookie sheet.
This is long enough. Thanks for the opportunity to put in my two cents.
I will check my chain saws in the morning. your tips were really helpful. Thanks, Big Jeff
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One thing to remember when greasing the bearing is to only give it one pump! Go crazy with the grease and it gets into the drum and major clutch slippage. That’s been a feature on husky’s since the early to mid 90s. Think my old 262XP even had it if I remember correctly
I ran a husky for 10years, was always taught by my teachers who grew up in forestry with there dad and his dad, if you grease it once you will always have to, if you dont the bar oil is enough to do the job. Once you grease it stops oil getting in requiring to keep greasing. I went through 1 bearing in that time, but knew something was broken and changed out before it got to the stage of this saw in the video. After 10years i moved to stihl and never greased and that is still going on the second bearing after 15yrs.
Garyth Bensley So-are you saying this info is Not a good idea? Are you saying to let just oil itself? Not clear.
Just put bar lube on it and it should be fine as long as you not running chain to tight. When you grease it, the grease move out over time and stops oil getting in so you will have to continue to grease all the time. If you choose to grease, do it often, otherwise the bar lube does the job. Ran my saw for 8hr days 5 days a week, plus any firewood on weekends. Never greased once and never had a problem
They both work, the bearing will oil itself with chain running, greasing it you have to do everytime you do maintenance.
Garyth Bensley Thank you for the information, and clearing it up for me.
Hey Steve great video. "I learned something day " "oh my God I killed my Chainsaw," now I know about those little holes, I just dripped the tip in heavy motor oil every other job. What's the weight of the grease ? Synthetic?
Steve, Thanks for showing us folks this important maintenance tip. I'm sure it will help many folks.
I hope so!
Steve,
Most of the bar tip grease guns I've seen has been blue or black. Yours was kind of red did it come that way, or did you refill the grease gun?