You inspire this 63 year old to get out the barn and get some of my projects done; but i never miss one of your video's. (Your dad must be very proud of you.)
I know right. I look at chainsaws, bobcats, tractors, mowers, boats.....i watch for all of it now cuz of andrew. I mean this guy is a great honest guy. How many contractors do you meet who are as nice and smart as andrew? Loans out one of his bob cats and it breaks down, he goes out and puts new parts on it. Lady wants her island cushes cut, gets 2 boats and puts a rented bush mower on 1. Guy gets broken jetskis and fixes them and rides with he dog. Something breaks, he pulls out a cam and fixes it and shows us all how. Doesnt put tons flair and useless bait info out either. I mean this guy ROCKS. Love this guy! real mans man lol
This is literally my 4 year olds favorite video to watch and has been for over a year! He literally lines up all his toy chainsaws (the obsession is real) and has every word you say memorized and acts out everything as you go! Thanks for educating and entertaining my lil man always! We love your videos! ❤️
He sounds wonderful. Don't let anyone tell him he has to get a desk job. Self-reliant, mechanically savvy, problem solvers like Andrew are a tremendous asset to our country and our culture.
i don't know how you do it.... but just playing with chainsaws burned two hours for me, and i never noticed the time disappear. love this channel, thank you
God bless you Andrew. I’ve spent my adult career in medicine/surgery. Just retired. Watching your channel is completing my education of life. Thanks so much !
How’s about making some DIY medicine/surgery videos out of the garage? I’ve got a kid with a broken arm that I haven’t gotten around to fixing yet and he’s really starting to get on my nerves asking me when we’re gonna do it.
My 18-month-old loves chainsaws after watching me use mine, now all he wants to do is watch this video on repeat. It's been entertaining and educational for me too. Of course he loves the heavy machinery too, so thanks for all your content from all of us.
Ever since I saw your videos, I've become addicted to them. I find myself intrigued to the point that I'm going backward catching up on all the videos that I've missed and catching the new ones as they come out. All your videos are both helpful and entertaining Andrew. You have a knack for being a UA-cam personality. Keep up the awesome videos. You've quickly become my no. 1 channel to watch and always impressed with the quality, content and the many facets of you as a person. Thank you!!
You are a multi-talented young man Andrew.... that old chainsaw was manufactured 4 years before I was born and when I was 16 I started my first real job as an Apprentice gardener in a big country estate in Scotland, UK. We didn't use chainsaws in 1971 but a crosscut saw and a bow saw over my shoulder when climbing the tree to cut the limbs off the tree. I wish we had your equipment that you use now and have half the knowledge and smarts you have Andrew. Ive had 2 shoulder replacements and one knee replaced and one to go whenever this covid virus is finished with us. I really enjoy your videos Andrew, thanks for taking the time to make the videos and sharing with us!
Your UA-cam channel is growing fast because you are very good at everything you try to do ... I am 63 and grew up on a dairy farm in Western Canada. I had a backhoe business for quite a few years so I have done many different things as well and can relate to most of the stuff you show us. I am very impressed and I find your video's are done very well and I will be around to watch you for a long time ! :-) Dennis
Andrew, I love your videos, I am 70 years old and you do teach this old dog new tricks, your videos are interesting and informative and I would never give it a second thought about bringing you something to work on or buying something that you fixed. I am working my way through your UA-cam Videos and enjoying them all. Thank You.
Something every dad wishes for............. A kid that's mechanically incline, operates big machinery and can be trusted to take care of business when you're away. Hats off, amazing video.
I have NEVER done this before; watched two hours of my lifetime collecting and family history of chainsaws, plus how to fix a 1951 antique by WELDING nails, and matching unmatched springs... Wow!!! Amazing. I had indigestion so that helped keep me awake, but damnm it is 3 am and I'm watching a kid drop trees in ponds and listening to good music with a drone view.
Ma’am u sure hit a heartfelt moment when u had to get ur dad’s approval fixing his chainsaw because all these years prior till we grew up and sprung our our wings and flew out mom and dad is always there for us is the circle of life and that makes me proud to watch somebody like you. Thank you.
Thank you young man. I have thoroughly enjoyed spending almost 2 hours watching you and your daddy and of course watching you fix and rebuild these chainsaws. You seem to have a gifted talent to do what your doing. It has been a pleasure. Thank you again.
Great channel! I worked construction and always enjoy watching pros. Our road crew had a couple of chainsaws from late '50s - early '60s. They had always used 30W motor oil in premix. That's probably where the 12/1 ratio came from. I used 40/1 and they ran for several more years. With motor oil, the gas always evaporated/separated and first pull, oil in the cylinder. Made them hard to start. A half teaspoon of gas down the carb worked. Both were manual chain oilers you pumped every minute or so. They were also low RPM chainsaws, at least at the chain. Kinda slow cutting. And they had hardnose bar tips, which sucked a lot of power, roller tips much better. The swivel ring on some old saws was likely so you could turn the bar sideways for felling. Some really old saws wouldn't run on their sides. I took our old 990G Homelite and put a 4 foot roller tip bar on it with a skip tooth chain. We had a lot of big redwoods blocking roads after winter storms. The 990G could do a six foot log if needed, but it was slow.
You helped me. Found you just because I like watching things gets fixed up - like satisfying videos. But today our chainsaw broke - the rope and I opened it up but couldn’t get the end of the metal spring to hook in the middle. So I have to hand it in to a professional. But at least I tried to fix it myself and I’m no where near a handyman. So thank you for showing how it’s done, at least I tried myself and I think that’s the most important thing :)
You know Andrew, after having watched you put a new radio in the Dodge, I must say I’m disappointed that you didn’t get out the Yanmar or a skid steer to get that seized cylinder head off. All these new subscribers has made you cautious. :-) Great video as always, brother! Cheers!
Two pieces of advise: put oil in the cylinder and on the piston rings during assembly. re-tighten the head bolts after a few heat cycles, you will see they need to be re-tightened.
I was actually going to say something similar ! Something to add in as I’m an arborist climber owner of my family business. One thing I might want to add. As a new rebuild I would almost treat it as if it was a new saw ? I’m not 100% sure but I would assume so ? Correct me if I’m wrong. When we purchase brand new saws as the business is expanding we are always told to run one tank of fuel through at idle and then the second tank we cut but be a bit easier on it not bam bam bam rapid fire cutting. Give it a little break time and then third tank hammer down. I usually just idle a tank on the way to the first jobsite and she’s good to go. Always had my saws last 3-5 seasons minimum. I have a few big Stihl that we beat the living crap out of 2000-5000 hrs on some of these saws and nothing aside from sea foam in my mix every single tank. Keeps that shit clean and running great. We cut 8-10 hrs a day every day M-F
OK so with aluminum it’s probably a good idea to use a torque wrench if you’ve got one. You can also put a little blue Loctite on. Chainsaws vibrate a lot. Loctite is good stuff and the blue is easy to get apart Later.
This video made me a subscriber. I’ve been using and working on saws for 20 years, and I’ve learned at least 3 new tips from this video alone. This dude’s a bonafide genius.
Andrew I started watching an hour ago and can not stop you are a awesome example of what a young man should be THANK YOU for being who you are...............MORLEY..............AB. CANADA
Hi, My daughter (35) was astonished when she saw that video. Now I know how to install a new audio system in my 9 month old car, anyone got a spare chainsaw???? (JOKING!!!!). Regards, Ian.
Right his determination to succeed is great,but i guess it depends a lot on how one is influenced by parents or friends...rolemodels count a lot.......Fact too ^ ^
@@metheone4 , if you want something good in life you "Bust Yer Balls" like Andrew does. Comes from in ones self not a parent ........you can goggle anything to DIY.................
Oh man, we love watching your videos. We learn so much, and you do explain things well enough that even a woman, who has helped her husband work on their stuff can understand what you are saying. Keep them coming!!!!! LOVE THEM!!!
In this time of pandemic, i watch a lot of documentarys like on BBC Earth, planet stuffs and animals. Those videos cost millions$, Andrew's ones cost just a fraction of those and are as better and captivating. Can't stop whatching them. Keep the good work Andrew.
I have watched and enjoyed loads of Andrew’s videos but this one had me really riveted , how he kept calm when things kept going wrong is astounding . If I only had 25% of his patience I’d be a happy man , my wife would be pretty pleased too .
Okay mountain girl here’s some fun homework for your enjoyment. There’s always something inherently sexy about any person who’s good at what they do. In this longish video this young man is very creative obviously loving what he does well. He kept surprising me with one angle after another and what appears to be a endless store of energy. He kept everything moving along with great editing and even introducing some advanced film making techniques. Towards the end he takes us out on his property and cuts down a couple big trees. He’s sharing some great techniques and safety tips. He’s a great story teller and even brings his dad into the vid at one point. Nice touch & respectful. He’s jumping on different pieces of big equipment fluently and without any fanfare shares a little bit of his life with us. I Especially liked the use of camera drone and multi-camera captures of falling trees. Sometimes people can pleasantly surprise us. Thumbs up. 👍
@@mr.anderson9938 // I'm asking you a literal question; not messing with you. Do you think you'd ever say to yourself: I wish I would have known something about the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
The only problem I have with it is that they were not wearing any safety equipment at all, even with chainsaws which had no anti kick back protection. But other than that it's a pretty good video
You are a miracle worker. I know most of those saws and have quite a few of them. I can’t believe you got them to run. None of mine are working now & i do NOT have the patience you exhibit. Wow is all I can say. Thank you for so much inspiration. I will say, years ago I came across a similar 1950’s monster saw at my local Sunday market. I think he wanted $400. It was basically a Johnson/Evinrude outboard motor configured as a chain saw. Unreal. You had to flip the engine over to engage the float bowl, get it going then flip it back to keep it running, it was like a Merlin in a Spitfire but doubtfully that reliable. Insane piece of kit. My “X” said if I bought that, there would be no need to show up for dinner. Best $400 I ever spent! I will be watching this vid again to try & get more of my saws running again. Thanks for your great work. PS when I saw you bring out the “mini” skidder and grab a tree I thought , “why is he not just going to hang the tree instead of cutting on the ground....” bingo.... touché...
Andrew, a little 2 stroke oil when you assemble small engine goes a long way, I cringe when I saw you put parts together dry. But I love you videos I wish I had your energy. Your videos keeps me glued to the screen for the duration that's for sure. Good job buddy
Loved seeing your dad in this video Andrew, Reminded me of my step-dad before he passed away, when I was younger, watching him cut trees down. Him showing me at 9 years old, how to use a chainsaw. Thanks for sharing.
I am much like him doing the sort of things he does, I have ADHD but I find it relaxing just to fix something up, even if its not the nicest, If it works, It works.
South west corner of the US, 8th largest city, NO snow, NO ice, NO rain, drought tolerant landscaping, I don't have a chain saw and probably never will. It's after 12:30 am. now I know I won't be in bed until almost 3am. as I know I will watch this video to the end before I even consider bed, and yes I do have to be at work by 7am. This city boy is hooked too! Keep up the good work Andrew !!
Thank you for a truly great saw video Andrew. I need a much bigger saw than the little 16" I have now, and can't really afford a $1000+ saw. You've inspired me to get a used and broken one and fix it. I'm so glad you ignore the haters in the comments and keep making excellent content for us. Your work is much appreciated.👍
Good to see your dad using that old saw. Probably brought back a lot of memories for him. Great video Andrew. That old saw looks like the one that Noah used
This guy is so cool and knowledgeable. Wish we had more people like him in the world. Be a lot better place if we did. Thank you AC for all the great vids
Not being critical at all, lubriplate engine assembly lube, or GRC engine assembly lube would go a long way on first start lubrication. Just a tip from an old man
Well this episode has it all ;;- defusing Un-exploded Return Springs, Kick-start Chainsaw Blades. Me peeping threw my fingers,eventually retreating behind the Sofa. Now we love and admire you because of your talents and your down to earth ways and because you are up there with the GREAT ENTERTAINERS. Bless all family and Lads Cody & Eli.
"I had a chain saw before any of my friends." Huh? In my 'hood, a chain saw was never on the list of things to have, but up to you. Great video. The old antique was a hoot. You are a good mechanic.
Andrew a true mechanical genius, I’m sure Dad was a proud papa when you got his old sears like new, and that yard sale find had to be from the forty’s or fifty’s I love watching Andrews restorative powers to anything mechanical he tackles!
You may think it"s strange that people ( me being one of them ) wait for you to post a new vid , but we do, and are happy when you do ....I hope you keep doing it, great work
Is nothing more beautiful than the fact to see the joy of your father playn with his old saw......nice feeling,father and his boy on the nature .wish i had the same feeling with my dad .sometime is so cold ...
I'm a forestry student at Virginia Tech and I've been studying a lot about timber procurement this semester! A lot of saw timber mills usually purchase wood by green weight, and pulp mills usually purchase wood with a flat rate per truckload, both with a desired diameter range, at least in Virginia. Anything over a DBH (diameter at breast height) of 12 in is usually considered sawtimber unless it is irregularly shaped and then the amount of 16 ft saw logs are also estimated before harvesting so the forester has a cost estimate on what to pay for the standing timber. Anything below 12 in is considered pulpwood, but pulpwood can be bigger. Both pulp and saw mills usually have a maximum cut off of around 22-24 in DBH because they can slow down or jam the system if they're too big. Of course some companies do it a bit differently and for their own reasons. A lot of factors go into estimating the value and how much they can get out of timber based on log rules like Doyle. There are Forest Service researchers that help develop the equations that are used to make up those log rules and programs also exist that can help estimate value of timber with great accuracy with just a few measurements. You'd have a field day if you got a hold on the machinery they use on logging sites!
I found this video very entertaining I am 13 and have 6 chainsaws 1 of them is a old Tanaka chainsaw and that hadn't been running in over 5 years and I fixed it in half a day and it starts 1st pull and I love it.
Mr.. C Congratulations! You raised a fine Son. He has a great work ethic. He's a fine mechanic. I'm thinking The fruit doesn't fall far from the tree. Andrew Congrats And over 100 K. Thanks for your skill And entertainment
I spend 20 minutes looking for something to watch on Netflix, give up because it's all a bunch of trash and end up here. Much better content than netflix.
Love your video! A small tip when re-installing new piston on a chainsaw. Put a little 2 stroke oil before inside piston bearing and piston ring. that will smooth out the first start when all is damn dry.
Thanks Pal, I've just found my new favorite channel, a working man that loves working with his hands, figuring out how things work and never giving up. I can see greatness in your life!!!!!!!, and that's a wonderful thing to see these days.
Can tell he does not get sponsored by Stihl! eBay and Amazon has this part for 1/10 the price of the dealer. 😂😂 Great how he shows how cheaply you can rebuild a expensive saw.
I went into my shed and found my dads old chainsaw, hasn't run in 50 years.So I fixed the spark and put a sparkplug in it and cleaned it, fresh fuel and it runs good.
You hooked me up for 2 hours. I never spent so much time on an you tube video before. That was amazing and lot to learn from your ez narration. Thank you, my young Technical Engineer. Good luck! If you allow me I will visit your work place someday.
Just found your videos Andrew......I knew you were a superstar when I seen you run your equipment, and you did the little things that other people find unimportant. God smiles on you for sure!
What a great outfit you got going on. My dad was a logging contractor. We had a producing farm as well so machinery of all kinds were a part of daily life.I think I disassembled my first saw when I was 8 or ten years old.I am now 68 and still messing around with chain saws.the main thing is that you can’t let fear stop you when it comes to making repairs yourself.one thing that I do when rebuilding internals is to use assembly lube.there are various types I use white lithium or if you don’t have that use some hi viscous oil but sparingly.your machinery will thank you for it.
I had to swap injectors in my f250 and my torque wrench wouldn’t fit in the tight spaces. I definitely made my own “click” just as I felt like I was about to break the bolts lol. Been running fine for years now.
Living in an apartment is no impediment to owning a chainsaw; owning is the easy part, using it is more difficult so you have the best part of the deal, you'll never have to explain why you can't use it properly :-)
The videos are self evident, self explanatory. An inquisitive, bright young man fascinated by the tools and equipment that builds modest homesteads as well as villages, towns, cities and nations wasn’t deterred by the enormity of his ambitions but instead says “just do it” and lives the life many amongst his followers envy, applaud, cheer and follow. This is greatness in a man not seeking the pat on the back or golden trophy of winning but simply being a giant amongst us for being himself - that these possibilities can be reality if you love what you do.
I really want to find the same “trash” that AC digs through to find all his stuff. Also I’m another viewer who watches the videos beginning to end regardless of the length.
Exactly my comment. My father was a Master Mechanic. He always said a light coat of oil on dry moving parts never hurt, at best will make things go together easier. Noticed it was hard to slip that head over the piston.
@@Wanous-hv7zo Correct. Dry assembly is fine for 2 stroke engines in dirt bikes and chainsaws. I've never had an issue and the old timers even say it helps shorten the break in period.
@@wileecoyote4116 Hey dimwit, you couldn't be more wrong. And, turning the wrist pin clip so the end doesn't have a chance to slip back out that groove in the piston is standard procedure for someone who really knows 2 stroke motors. Obviously, you know nothing about any type of Internal Combustion Engine assembly. So shut up next time!
@@bootslangley4875 Okay.. look man.. No need to get hostile over something someone said that you may or may not have agreed with.. its no big deal! keep it to yourself!
This is why I have been watching everyone’s videos and not just one or two creators because this is the first time I’ve been told not to allow the starter spring to max out. Thank youu good sir for the free knowledge! 👊
You asked: Get on Amazon and check out the Pferd chain sharp filing guide (same as Stihl but about $10 cheaper). They come for, pretty much, all tooth sizes. I have them in my tool box. It takes me about 3 minutes to PERFECTLY sharpen a chain in the field which is much faster than your grinder in your shop. Fyi, I live in the Pacific northwest - there is a HUGE timber business here . . . Your ingenuity in fixing things amazes me.
@@AndrewCamarata 3/8" is what I use on my saws. Let me know what you think of it. There are about a zillion videos on UA-cam using them if you're interested.
I don't even own a chainsaw and I found this so interesting that I watched all of it. I guess I'll have to stop borrowing my father-n-law's chainsaw and buy my own now that I'm an expert... Awesome job Andrew.
As a grandpa I keep sharing your videos with the single, skinny 20 something female nurses I work with in the OR at St. Peter’s in Albany...Maybe a few more hot tub videos with the lights on ... might be productive 😉
easy pops, you will throw something out of whack if them 20 somethings ever turn it loose on you !! Be a nice story though as you are in bed recovering from it !!!!!!
Probably the first youtuber who puts out over hour long videos that keeps my eyes glued to the screen from start to finish.
The close-up camera work is par excellence in this one. Guy could be charging trade schools for tutorial videos.
its because hs job is doing what he loves and who wouldnt want to share how awesome his life is
I paused at 55mins, then looked the time and said : fuck did i just watched chainsaw for a lil less than an hour? Holy cow!
look at mustie1 he also has great longform content.
Thats because you're learning something that you connect with.
You inspire this 63 year old to get out the barn and get some of my projects done; but i never miss one of your video's. (Your dad must be very proud of you.)
I know right. I look at chainsaws, bobcats, tractors, mowers, boats.....i watch for all of it now cuz of andrew. I mean this guy is a great honest guy. How many contractors do you meet who are as nice and smart as andrew? Loans out one of his bob cats and it breaks down, he goes out and puts new parts on it. Lady wants her island cushes cut, gets 2 boats and puts a rented bush mower on 1. Guy gets broken jetskis and fixes them and rides with he dog. Something breaks, he pulls out a cam and fixes it and shows us all how. Doesnt put tons flair and useless bait info out either. I mean this guy ROCKS. Love this guy! real mans man lol
@@kawrss31 have you watched the Levi birthday video, one of the best videos and they are all the best
@@k9aid514 agreed 🐶😎
Super comment Tony, good luck with the projects buddy.
@WHAT WHAT So make some videos or shut the fuck up prick.
This is literally my 4 year olds favorite video to watch and has been for over a year! He literally lines up all his toy chainsaws (the obsession is real) and has every word you say memorized and acts out everything as you go! Thanks for educating and entertaining my lil man always! We love your videos! ❤️
This comment made me happy! You son reminds me of my 5 year old..! 😊
Absolutely awesome comment! God bless you guys!
That's so cool, he's gonna be a real small engine master when he grows up!
He sounds wonderful. Don't let anyone tell him he has to get a desk job. Self-reliant, mechanically savvy, problem solvers like Andrew are a tremendous asset to our country and our culture.
Maggie he is without a doubt, An absolutely wonderful little man 👨!!! What a precious precocious little boy!! I adore him with all my heart 💜!!!!
i don't know how you do it.... but just playing with chainsaws burned two hours for me, and i never noticed the time disappear. love this channel, thank you
Your knowledge is nearly as bottomless as your tenacity. You're a remarkable mechanic and your curiosity is inspiring. Subscribed!
God bless you Andrew. I’ve spent my adult career in medicine/surgery. Just retired. Watching your channel is completing my education of life. Thanks so much !
How’s about making some DIY medicine/surgery videos out of the garage? I’ve got a kid with a broken arm that I haven’t gotten around to fixing yet and he’s really starting to get on my nerves asking me when we’re gonna do it.
Your videos are more interesting that 99% of the stuff on tv, keep up the good work,
This guy needs a tv show on pbs or somewhere.
Wrong in the UK my friend, Andrew is 150% more entertaining than 100% of TV garbage.😂😁😜. Kindest regards. Joe.
Ahh come on now you have coronation street and eastenders
Dont forget Emmerdale aha
What about the great Baking show? LOL@@RGSABloke
handling that coil spring without swearing is commendable,..im subscribing!
I've heard him swear once at a pressure washer. It was great!
hes from New York too lol
I think I may have uttered a word or two as a reaction watching.
I was swearing on his behalf while watching. I've done that and it took many many times to succeed.
I'm not sure but I think that he may have edited out a few remarks.
My 18-month-old loves chainsaws after watching me use mine, now all he wants to do is watch this video on repeat. It's been entertaining and educational for me too. Of course he loves the heavy machinery too, so thanks for all your content from all of us.
Your the only UA-camr capable of keeping me around and entertained for almost 2 hours without skipping to the next video. Great job Andrew!
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This is a feature-length film!! Andrew Camarata talks about chainsaw safety and cutting/scaling logs.
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This is the 2nd video I watched of his and I can agree
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Ever since I saw your videos, I've become addicted to them. I find myself intrigued to the point that I'm going backward catching up on all the videos that I've missed and catching the new ones as they come out. All your videos are both helpful and entertaining Andrew. You have a knack for being a UA-cam personality. Keep up the awesome videos. You've quickly become my no. 1 channel to watch and always impressed with the quality, content and the many facets of you as a person. Thank you!!
Well said!
You are a multi-talented young man Andrew.... that old chainsaw was manufactured 4 years before I was born and when I was 16 I started my first real job as an Apprentice gardener in a big country estate in Scotland, UK. We didn't use chainsaws in 1971 but a crosscut saw and a bow saw over my shoulder when climbing the tree to cut the limbs off the tree.
I wish we had your equipment that you use now and have half the knowledge and smarts you have Andrew.
Ive had 2 shoulder replacements and one knee replaced and one to go whenever this covid virus is finished with us.
I really enjoy your videos Andrew, thanks for taking the time to make the videos and sharing with us!
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Your UA-cam channel is growing fast because you are very good at everything you try to do ... I am 63 and grew up on a dairy farm in Western Canada. I had a backhoe business for quite a few years so I have done many different things as well and can relate to most of the stuff you show us. I am very impressed and I find your video's are done very well and I will be around to watch you for a long time ! :-) Dennis
I strongly agree with this comment. I'm a carpenter for 18 years and aspire to acquire some of the skills and techniques of this PRO!
Andrew, I love your videos, I am 70 years old and you do teach this old dog new tricks, your videos are interesting and informative and I would never give it a second thought about bringing you something to work on or buying something that you fixed. I am working my way through your UA-cam Videos and enjoying them all. Thank You.
Something every dad wishes for............. A kid that's mechanically incline, operates big machinery and can be trusted to take care of business when you're away. Hats off, amazing video.
I have NEVER done this before; watched two hours of my lifetime collecting and family history of chainsaws, plus how to fix a 1951 antique by WELDING nails, and matching unmatched springs...
Wow!!! Amazing. I had indigestion so that helped keep me awake, but damnm it is 3 am and I'm watching a kid drop trees in ponds and listening to good music with a drone view.
"That's torqued to spec right there."
so funny!
Hahaha best part
Yes he had the same grunt on each bolt
3 grunts are about 90 lbs, give or take 50.
Well... you beat me to it!
Ma’am u sure hit a heartfelt moment when u had to get ur dad’s approval fixing his chainsaw because all these years prior till we grew up and sprung our our wings and flew out mom and dad is always there for us is the circle of life and that makes me proud to watch somebody like you. Thank you.
Thank you young man. I have thoroughly enjoyed spending almost 2 hours watching you and your daddy and of course watching you fix and rebuild these chainsaws. You seem to have a gifted talent to do what your doing. It has been a pleasure. Thank you again.
I cant believe u were able to get that 70yr old saw running... your the man. I love ur videos.
You can tell his dad had a huge impact on his life and who he has become. Which is a hard, smart, and dedicated worker.
Great channel! I worked construction and always enjoy watching pros.
Our road crew had a couple of chainsaws from late '50s - early '60s. They had always used 30W motor oil in premix. That's probably where the 12/1 ratio came from. I used 40/1 and they ran for several more years. With motor oil, the gas always evaporated/separated and first pull, oil in the cylinder. Made them hard to start. A half teaspoon of gas down the carb worked. Both were manual chain oilers you pumped every minute or so. They were also low RPM chainsaws, at least at the chain. Kinda slow cutting. And they had hardnose bar tips, which sucked a lot of power, roller tips much better. The swivel ring on some old saws was likely so you could turn the bar sideways for felling. Some really old saws wouldn't run on their sides.
I took our old 990G Homelite and put a 4 foot roller tip bar on it with a skip tooth chain.
We had a lot of big redwoods blocking roads after winter storms. The 990G could do a six foot log if needed, but it was slow.
Dad's demeanor has passed to his son. Good going Andrew!!
That old Mall chain saw was a real treat to see!!
You helped me. Found you just because I like watching things gets fixed up - like satisfying videos. But today our chainsaw broke - the rope and I opened it up but couldn’t get the end of the metal spring to hook in the middle. So I have to hand it in to a professional. But at least I tried to fix it myself and I’m no where near a handyman. So thank you for showing how it’s done, at least I tried myself and I think that’s the most important thing :)
You know Andrew, after having watched you put a new radio in the Dodge, I must say I’m disappointed that you didn’t get out the Yanmar or a skid steer to get that seized cylinder head off. All these new subscribers has made you cautious. :-) Great video as always, brother! Cheers!
I was thinking the same thing. Can you use a chainsaw to fix a chainsaw?
Two pieces of advise: put oil in the cylinder and on the piston rings during assembly. re-tighten the head bolts after a few heat cycles, you will see they need to be re-tightened.
You beat me to that comment...lol This is where I spend my weekends.
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Agreed. Assembly lube would be even better especially on the bearings. That first dry start is a killer. Take care. Doug
I was actually going to say something similar ! Something to add in as I’m an arborist climber owner of my family business. One thing I might want to add. As a new rebuild I would almost treat it as if it was a new saw ? I’m not 100% sure but I would assume so ? Correct me if I’m wrong. When we purchase brand new saws as the business is expanding we are always told to run one tank of fuel through at idle and then the second tank we cut but be a bit easier on it not bam bam bam rapid fire cutting. Give it a little break time and then third tank hammer down. I usually just idle a tank on the way to the first jobsite and she’s good to go. Always had my saws last 3-5 seasons minimum. I have a few big Stihl that we beat the living crap out of 2000-5000 hrs on some of these saws and nothing aside from sea foam in my mix every single tank. Keeps that shit clean and running great. We cut 8-10 hrs a day every day M-F
First thing I thought, too. Then I said...Andrew did it off camera
JJY Gardener your probably right. I just wanted to make sure =) my chainsaws are very near and dear to me ! Haha
Tightens bolt as tight as possible without torque wrench
“Alright. That’s torqued to spec right there” 24:53
I always tighten until the fastener starts getting easy to rotate. Then you no you have just passed the maximum torque of that fastener and material
If you are a expierenced wrencher you can torque to a ballpark close spec. Others dont have it at all and can break any bolt/screw regarding size.
German specs. Goodentite!
@@pikePERSUADER1 I can confirm lol
OK so with aluminum it’s probably a good idea to use a torque wrench if you’ve got one. You can also put a little blue Loctite on. Chainsaws vibrate a lot. Loctite is good stuff and the blue is easy to get apart Later.
This video made me a subscriber. I’ve been using and working on saws for 20 years, and I’ve learned at least 3 new tips from this video alone. This dude’s a bonafide genius.
Haha.., "I don't want this spring to explo..*SPROING!!* welp, that's what I didn't want to happen"
Ok, now I’ll show you how to fix that. Not a fun situation, but it is recoverable. 😂😂😂
Andrew I started watching an hour ago and can not stop you are a awesome example of what a young man should be THANK YOU for being who you are...............MORLEY..............AB. CANADA
Good to see your car stereo installation tools are in good working order for the Christmas rush.
Hi, My daughter (35) was astonished when she saw that video. Now I know how to install a new audio system in my 9 month old car, anyone got a spare chainsaw???? (JOKING!!!!). Regards, Ian.
Loved that vid ......just get it in there
qfruge 😂😂😂😎 I was thinking the same thing!
I wish all young man n women had Andrew's work ethic. Most can't drive a stick or change a tire.......Fact.
Right his determination to succeed is great,but i guess it depends a lot on how one is influenced by parents or friends...rolemodels count a lot.......Fact too ^ ^
@@metheone4 , if you want something good in life you "Bust Yer Balls" like Andrew does. Comes from in ones self not a parent ........you can goggle anything to DIY.................
I'm 14 and work all day everyday an love it
Work ethic has little to do with the ability to operate a manual transmission.
This guy’s patient is incredible
Is he a doctor then?
@@hamjazz lmao just realized hahahaha
I know that craftsman saw means more to you than just its cutting power. Good to see your dad firing it up again. Much respect Andrew.
It was a great surprise to see his Dad after initially speaking about his chain saw!!! What a great touch to the video!
Chainsaws are faster!!
Oh man, we love watching your videos. We learn so much, and you do explain things well enough that even a woman, who has helped her husband work on their stuff can understand what you are saying. Keep them coming!!!!! LOVE THEM!!!
In this time of pandemic, i watch a lot of documentarys like on BBC Earth, planet stuffs and animals. Those videos cost millions$, Andrew's ones cost just a fraction of those and are as better and captivating. Can't stop whatching them. Keep the good work Andrew.
The ever subtle hammer and chisel combination.
I have watched and enjoyed loads of Andrew’s videos but this one had me really riveted , how he kept calm when things kept going wrong is astounding . If I only had 25% of his patience I’d be a happy man , my wife would be pretty pleased too .
He just gets to the point quickly and his editing skills are fantastic.
No BS here. Just focus.
Okay mountain girl here’s some fun homework for your enjoyment.
There’s always something inherently sexy about any person who’s good at what they do.
In this longish video this young man is very creative obviously loving what he does well. He kept surprising me with one angle after another and what appears to be a endless store of energy. He kept everything moving along with great editing and even introducing some advanced film making techniques. Towards the end he takes us out on his property and cuts down a couple big trees. He’s sharing some great techniques and safety tips. He’s a great story teller and even brings his dad into the vid at one point. Nice touch & respectful. He’s jumping on different pieces of big equipment fluently and without any fanfare shares a little bit of his life with us.
I Especially liked the use of camera drone and multi-camera captures of falling trees.
Sometimes people can pleasantly surprise us. Thumbs up. 👍
What Paul said.
the thing I like best is how Andrew always says "well that's done/fixed - let's go do something else" at the end of his videos .....
Thanks for the book report.
I don't know how anyone could dislike this video, It is perfect
Christians, whenever you don’t mention Jesus they get mad.
@@mr.anderson9938 Wow, the anti-religion obsession is pretty strong with this one.
@@mr.anderson9938 // I'm asking you a literal question; not messing with you.
Do you think you'd ever say to yourself: I wish I would have known something about the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
they are watching the video upside down, across from their friend at the cafe, just trying to help...
The only problem I have with it is that they were not wearing any safety equipment at all, even with chainsaws which had no anti kick back protection. But other than that it's a pretty good video
You are a miracle worker. I know most of those saws and have quite a few of them. I can’t believe you got them to run. None of mine are working now & i do NOT have the patience you exhibit. Wow is all I can say. Thank you for so much inspiration. I will say, years ago I came across a similar 1950’s monster saw at my local Sunday market. I think he wanted $400. It was basically a Johnson/Evinrude outboard motor configured as a chain saw. Unreal. You had to flip the engine over to engage the float bowl, get it going then flip it back to keep it running, it was like a Merlin in a Spitfire but doubtfully that reliable. Insane piece of kit. My “X” said if I bought that, there would be no need to show up for dinner. Best $400 I ever spent! I will be watching this vid again to try & get more of my saws running again. Thanks for your great work. PS when I saw you bring out the “mini” skidder and grab a tree I thought , “why is he not just going to hang the tree instead of cutting on the ground....” bingo.... touché...
Andrew, a little 2 stroke oil when you assemble small engine goes a long way, I cringe when I saw you put parts together dry.
But I love you videos I wish I had your energy. Your videos keeps me glued to the screen for the duration that's for sure.
Good job buddy
I wish I had his patience!! LoL
Does she like it dry?!? NO!! Put some lube on that thing bro!!
came to the comments to say the same. ANY will do for those who might be curious, 4 stroke oil, transmission atf etc etc
@@bryanford1139 do you mean like slobber on it first? 😀
@@cdoublejj I can guess what one of those etc might be. 😀
Cool you brought your dad out to run his old saw. Nice move.
i felt sorry for his dad, he seems a little shy brought up a smart lad tho good work Andrew!
Loved seeing your dad in this video Andrew, Reminded me of my step-dad before he passed away, when I was younger, watching him cut trees down. Him showing me at 9 years old, how to use a chainsaw. Thanks for sharing.
when Andrew says something is "sorta frustrating" thats the equivalent to a normal person having the worst day of their entire life.
Oh fucking yes
I'd be swearing a lot during most of his videos
I agree.
@@hypercube33 I was going to say, this guy is a fake. no swearing at all.. :)
I am much like him doing the sort of things he does, I have ADHD but I find it relaxing just to fix something up, even if its not the nicest, If it works, It works.
Well here is where I will spend the next 2 hours of my day.
Me too :)
South west corner of the US, 8th largest city, NO snow, NO ice, NO rain, drought tolerant landscaping, I don't have a chain saw and probably never will. It's after 12:30 am. now I know I won't be in bed until almost 3am. as I know I will watch this video to the end before I even consider bed, and yes I do have to be at work by 7am. This city boy is hooked too! Keep up the good work Andrew !!
;)
Andrew Camarata has just fixt a vintage Mall 12A chainsaw.
Lucky you - only 2 hours... I just discovered this channel and spent the last week of my life binging on these vids 😆
Thank you for a truly great saw video Andrew. I need a much bigger saw than the little 16" I have now, and can't really afford a $1000+ saw. You've inspired me to get a used and broken one and fix it. I'm so glad you ignore the haters in the comments and keep making excellent content for us. Your work is much appreciated.👍
Good to see your dad using that old saw. Probably brought back a lot of memories for him. Great video Andrew. That old saw looks like the one that Noah used
Noah who?
Hi Andrew, thank you for sharing your Dad on this one. Takes me back to my own father.
takes me back to 55 with my granddad.
This guy is so cool and knowledgeable. Wish we had more people like him in the world. Be a lot better place if we did. Thank you AC for all the great vids
I love your never give up attitude, great can do everything genius I think. Inspiration to me
Absolutely agree.
Not being critical at all, lubriplate engine assembly lube, or GRC engine assembly lube would go a long way on first start lubrication. Just a tip from an old man
@Yar Nunya sounds like your on the right track, just get started and it will all fall into place.
@Yar Nunya - It's a Honda, they never die. Just spray some starter fluid in the air cleaner and varooooom!
Well this episode has it all ;;- defusing Un-exploded Return Springs, Kick-start Chainsaw Blades. Me peeping threw my fingers,eventually retreating behind the Sofa. Now we love and admire you because of your talents and your down to earth ways and because you are up there with the GREAT ENTERTAINERS. Bless all family and Lads Cody & Eli.
"I had a chain saw before any of my friends." Huh? In my 'hood, a chain saw was never on the list of things to have, but up to you. Great video. The old antique was a hoot. You are a good mechanic.
Some kids hide drugs and nude magazines, Andrew hides power tools
Andrew hides power tools, some kids hide drugs and nude magazines.
the mans been brought up and lives in a logging area...
By the way "that's torqued to spec" best line of the video!!!
Made me bust out laughing too, I love it!
He forgot to say "click!".
Andrew makes everything look so easy. He's a very multi talented man and an all around nice guy.
Andrew a true mechanical genius, I’m sure Dad was a proud papa when you got his old sears like new, and that yard sale find had to be from the forty’s or fifty’s I love watching Andrews restorative powers to anything mechanical he tackles!
That chainsaw to be exact came out around 1951
He has the the older model with the rounded transmission
You may think it"s strange that people ( me being one of them ) wait for you to post a new vid , but we do, and are happy when you do ....I hope you keep doing it, great work
Is nothing more beautiful than the fact to see the joy of your father playn with his old saw......nice feeling,father and his boy on the nature .wish i had the same feeling with my dad .sometime is so cold ...
I'm a forestry student at Virginia Tech and I've been studying a lot about timber procurement this semester! A lot of saw timber mills usually purchase wood by green weight, and pulp mills usually purchase wood with a flat rate per truckload, both with a desired diameter range, at least in Virginia. Anything over a DBH (diameter at breast height) of 12 in is usually considered sawtimber unless it is irregularly shaped and then the amount of 16 ft saw logs are also estimated before harvesting so the forester has a cost estimate on what to pay for the standing timber. Anything below 12 in is considered pulpwood, but pulpwood can be bigger. Both pulp and saw mills usually have a maximum cut off of around 22-24 in DBH because they can slow down or jam the system if they're too big. Of course some companies do it a bit differently and for their own reasons. A lot of factors go into estimating the value and how much they can get out of timber based on log rules like Doyle. There are Forest Service researchers that help develop the equations that are used to make up those log rules and programs also exist that can help estimate value of timber with great accuracy with just a few measurements. You'd have a field day if you got a hold on the machinery they use on logging sites!
Glad you got the old craftsman back in great shape
It was really nice to see your dad, I bet he is very proud of you!
I found this video very entertaining I am 13 and have 6 chainsaws 1 of them is a old Tanaka chainsaw and that hadn't been running in over 5 years and I fixed it in half a day and it starts 1st pull and I love it.
@@kreed835 bruh what you aren’t making sense
Just a tip cover piston and rings and little end in two stroke oil spin the piston clips with long nose pliers to make sure they are seated properly
Mr.. C Congratulations! You raised a fine Son. He has a great work ethic. He's a fine mechanic. I'm thinking The fruit doesn't fall far from the tree. Andrew Congrats And over 100 K. Thanks for your skill And entertainment
I spend 20 minutes looking for something to watch on Netflix, give up because it's all a bunch of trash and end up here. Much better content than netflix.
Love your video! A small tip when re-installing new piston on a chainsaw. Put a little 2 stroke oil before inside piston bearing and piston ring. that will smooth out the first start when all is damn dry.
I’m the guy who never had a chainsaw , But at least now i know how to fix one. Thx great video again
I worked professionally for two years in my youth , with my own equipment , I didnt know a tenth of what he knows
Thanks Pal, I've just found my new favorite channel, a working man that loves working with his hands, figuring out how things work and never giving up. I can see greatness in your life!!!!!!!, and that's a wonderful thing to see these days.
Thanks
I agree wholeheartedly.
Damnit Andrew! Now I have to skip gold rush and watch this
Save gold rush for the morning coffee. That's what I do
kevin cheely ..gold rush is till on tv?
''''Still'''' god damn it
Can tell he does not get sponsored by Stihl!
eBay and Amazon has this part for 1/10 the price of the dealer. 😂😂
Great how he shows how cheaply you can rebuild a expensive saw.
Lol. I love this video. It’s very rare that anything over 30 minutes can hold my attention sometimes even over 10 minutes.
I went into my shed and found my dads old chainsaw, hasn't run in 50 years.So I fixed the spark and put a sparkplug in it and cleaned it, fresh fuel and it runs good.
Im glad Im not the only dork watching youtube videos on a friday night #nofriends
I am watching at 3:25 am. I need help.
ahahahah
Right there with ya!
It could be you're just not a dork.
I am 👋
You hooked me up for 2 hours. I never spent so much time on an you tube video before. That was amazing and lot to learn from your ez narration.
Thank you, my young Technical Engineer. Good luck! If you allow me I will visit your work place someday.
Just found your videos Andrew......I knew you were a superstar when I seen you run your equipment, and you did the little things that other people find unimportant. God smiles on you for sure!
"A'right that's torqued to spec right there" made me LOL ;) @24:53
Ty For posting the time. I was looking for that part.👍
What a great outfit you got going on. My dad was a logging contractor. We had a producing farm as well so machinery of all kinds were a part of daily life.I think I disassembled my first saw when I was 8 or ten years old.I am now 68 and still messing around with chain saws.the main thing is that you can’t let fear stop you when it comes to making repairs yourself.one thing that I do when rebuilding internals is to use assembly lube.there are various types I use white lithium or if you don’t have that use some hi viscous oil but sparingly.your machinery will thank you for it.
"It was pretty broken when I sold it" In Andrew speak that means "At least 90% of the chainsaw was physically missing when I sold it"
You can tell he absolutely loves problem solving and fixing stuff. Good for him! Can’t teach his skills in college. Only experience and years!
Andrew is the most persistent and patient man I have ever seen! Love this channel
Hes like john wick
Thats torqued to spec right there..🤣🤣🤣
Tight, plus a quarter turn is always "spec" :)
@@joeyoliver579 Tight and a grunt. 1/4 turn is too much. ;-)
I like it a lot! It Never failed me😎
lol yeah
I had to swap injectors in my f250 and my torque wrench wouldn’t fit in the tight spaces. I definitely made my own “click” just as I felt like I was about to break the bolts lol. Been running fine for years now.
I don’t own a chainsaw. I live in an apartment in a large city. I have never used a chainsaw. Still, this is my third view of this video. 😅
You know good when you see it! 😀
Tree cutting machine
Living in an apartment is no impediment to owning a chainsaw; owning is the easy part, using it is more difficult so you have the best part of the deal, you'll never have to explain why you can't use it properly :-)
@Bad Santa 11+I
hahahaha
The videos are self evident, self explanatory. An inquisitive, bright young man fascinated by the tools and equipment that builds modest homesteads as well as villages, towns, cities and nations wasn’t deterred by the enormity of his ambitions but instead says “just do it” and lives the life many amongst his followers envy, applaud, cheer and follow. This is greatness in a man not seeking the pat on the back or golden trophy of winning but simply being a giant amongst us for being himself - that these possibilities can be reality if you love what you do.
God Bless your Dad. That is great to see you include him in your projects.
Hmmm, let's see. What would I rather watch: "The Voice" or some guy tinkering with chain saws for 2 hours? Chain saws, of course!
Complimenti maestro
Amen
That was two hours?!?! Damn, that went fast.
@@johnschauder watched it in double speed took half the time.
@@goranzivkovic7254 7
Can’t believe I watched nearly 4 hours of your videos. Amazing work. Your father must be proud. You are like MacGyver. You can fix anything 👍
I really want to find the same “trash” that AC digs through to find all his stuff.
Also I’m another viewer who watches the videos beginning to end regardless of the length.
Americans throw out anything with the slightest fault. Too easy to buy more stuff when you're overpaid and not very clever.
When you get land, sheds and lots of space with machinery...nothing gets thrown out!...there's a use for it all...usually five years down the road.
Only 5? As I look behind the shed at a corner picker that's been there since 1963.
Be sure to grease wrist pin on piston, I know it dosent need it while running but on first start assembly grease is very important, itll last longer..
Exactly my comment. My father was a Master Mechanic. He always said a light coat of oil on dry moving parts never hurt, at best will make things go together easier. Noticed it was hard to slip that head over the piston.
was thinking the same thing on reassembly.
Never want to use grease only use 2 stoke oil
Came here to make the same comment. That bearing was bone dry, as well. At least cover it in oil.
Oil NOT grease.
When you put a new piston and rings on a new jugg you should oil the rings and crank wit Assembly lube or 2 cycle oil. 🛢
And use a torque wrench.
Ron's cha-ot-ic world you don’t use assembly lube on chainsaws
Only 22 $ , it will last a couple of years , thats fine ,,,,lol
@@Wanous-hv7zo Correct. Dry assembly is fine for 2 stroke engines in dirt bikes and chainsaws. I've never had an issue and the old timers even say it helps shorten the break in period.
When you made it in the world you don't care.
Andrew, Oil everything....... piston, big end/small end on assembly. Starting dry must cause massive wear/scoring in the first few minutes of running.
everyones an expert...you dont need to "oil everything" ....in fact you dont need to oil ANYTHING, its not going to hurt it.
@@wileecoyote4116 I agree, I don't oil the wife and she's still running
@@wileecoyote4116 Hey dimwit, you couldn't be more wrong. And, turning the wrist pin clip so the end doesn't have a chance to slip back out that groove in the piston is standard procedure for someone who really knows 2 stroke motors. Obviously, you know nothing about any type of Internal Combustion Engine assembly. So shut up next time!
@@stewall101 hahahahahahhaa 10/10
@@bootslangley4875 Okay.. look man.. No need to get hostile over something someone said that you may or may not have agreed with.. its no big deal! keep it to yourself!
This is why I have been watching everyone’s videos and not just one or two creators because this is the first time I’ve been told not to allow the starter spring to max out.
Thank youu good sir for the free knowledge! 👊
You asked: Get on Amazon and check out the Pferd chain sharp filing guide (same as Stihl but about $10 cheaper). They come for, pretty much, all tooth sizes. I have them in my tool box. It takes me about 3 minutes to PERFECTLY sharpen a chain in the field which is much faster than your grinder in your shop. Fyi, I live in the Pacific northwest - there is a HUGE timber business here . . .
Your ingenuity in fixing things amazes me.
Ok thanks, I ordered one. 3/8" right?
@@AndrewCamarata 3/8" is what I use on my saws. Let me know what you think of it. There are about a zillion videos on UA-cam using them if you're interested.
I usually coat the rings in oil before installing them
You have renewed my confidence in fixing 5 chainsaws I have inherited and get them running again. Thanks man!
Me: "Hey Andrew... what kind of chainsaws do you own?"
Andrew: "Yes."
Good video.
This made my day 😂😂
I don't even own a chainsaw and I found this so interesting that I watched all of it. I guess I'll have to stop borrowing my father-n-law's chainsaw and buy my own now that I'm an expert... Awesome job Andrew.
Thank you Andrew. I learned a lot from you over my years of watching you. You are very kind to share your knowledge with us.
As a grandpa I keep sharing your videos with the single, skinny 20 something female nurses I work with in the OR at St. Peter’s in Albany...Maybe a few more hot tub videos with the lights on ... might be productive 😉
Yes, keep doing that. Tell them I live close by.
Andrew Camarata damn your sly lol
easy pops, you will throw something out of whack if them 20 somethings ever turn it loose on you !! Be a nice story though as you are in bed recovering from it !!!!!!
warren michael I’m well beyond that phase of my life, I’m trying to do Andrew a favor 😊😉!
ok buddy just making sure you werent trying to take a test drive ! LOL