Your content is on par with Donyboy ie: no wasted time, very accurate procedures, excellent video, precise details, tight narration, makes repairs go well and gives UA-cam a good name. Thank you Home Garage
Great job. Only thing. I would clean all the gunk before disassembly to avoid getting it into the system. Just picked of 2 of these for $40 bucks on Craigslist. Time for my cleaning an tune-up. This vid help a lot
Great job👍 and really cool ole homelite. I'd buy an old saw in good shape like this one for cheap over a new one any day. Makes me want to get out my 30 year old homelite & give it some love.
I bought a small Stihl in good shape, case, with all adjustments and chain sharpened by a former logger from out west. He was with a fellow who took down trees for me on several occasions and I wanted a small , well maintained saw for limbs that might come out of a large tree.
Yes, those old saws are a repair nightmare. Homelite, McCollough and some Poulans require you to completely disassemble the saw to do much of anything to it.
awesome job mate i think those ones are ones from 1977 and i would get one of those lovely Chainsaws and of course perfect for small cutting jobs and you did a awesome job on that carburetor etc
Hehe I’ve watched this video on my other account but I love 0:05 it’s so funny and that has countlessly happened to me. Meaning that it’s never happened to me. Kind of a mind trick. Love the videos and the pretty much weekly uploads. Can’t wait to see what the next project is.
I am working on a super 2 like the one you have here. Thanks for the fine video as I now know how the primer bulb hooks up. waiting for a few more new parts to come in tomorrow. Even though , I did have it running yesterday.
Excellent video. Can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers. But you will, and probably sooner rather than later. Personally, I’d take an older saw at a good price after removing the muffler to check for scoring.
Nice video but would have to really watch a few times to get up the courage to try. I am impressed at your confidence and skill level. Kudos to you and thanks for sharing!!! 😁
Iv got an older model of this saw I found in a skip ,just got it running with this vid ,mine has a walbro carb on it and the filter had disintegrated cant find a replacement in UK so might have to make one.cheers for the info.
Nice video, love your thinking. I do think old saws are better made (more sturdy) than the more recent all plastic ones. So I started to repair some old ones (Partner, McCullogh, Jonsered, etc.)....And I really have fun doing this. As a matter of facts they are usually just really dirty and poorly maintained with bad gasoline....Keep your nice job 👍
I’m a newer chainsaw owner and bought two of these saws for $75. Both run great and just need a cleaning and carb adjustments. Learning to carve with them.
I have some old saws that I really love. Many older saws that run OK, but not great. And some that I really don't like at all and put a LOT of time into, and still have problems or never got working right that I want to throw over the moon. I have a few new ones, and of course, I really like those saws. Echo & Husqvarnas. I bought a brand new Stihl MS250 and didn't like the way it ran, would stall every once in a while tipped counter clockwise fresh out of the box. Had the Zama carburetor. Bad seals are super common on older saws, AND relatively new ones. I've started pressure testing pretty early in the repair as I've done a few that I replaced all the lines on & kitted the carburetor only to find that the stupid seals are leaky anyway... I've got like 6 of those old homelites that are similar. One is a 192 Classic that is one of the ones I'd like to throw over the moon! Currently working on getting at least 1 of the others running good. Great vid btw. Little things like only runs on choke so need to fatten up the low are very helpful little things to know!
What ive done in the past is spent the money on new saw. Did the work i needed done then i repaired 2 homelite xl2's an a poulan timber wolf. .. i gave the poulan to a friend who was jobless an he cut wood for people to make some money. I told hom just keep it. I have what i need an 2 spare running saws. But i have no problem buy vintage saws an getting them to run i enoy doing that
I don’t know why I keep watching this video but I just got a homelite 240 chainsaw running and the metering diaphragm was a little bit worse than the one in that saw and the gasket broke too and I still got it running and went through 2 tanks of gas. I am gonna rebuild the carb but I can’t believe it ran. My mother really prefers that I don’t run it because the lack of a chain brake so i only use it on really light cuts and I’m gonna try and get a homelite 250 running this weekend and it has a chain brake so hopefully I can get it running so she doesn’t have a panic attack every time I wip out a vintage chainsaw. I have a lot of old stuff that I love a lot
I understand your feelings about vintage equipment, just bit differently. yes sometimes it surprises me too when a metering diaphragm still works even though I think it shouldn't
La la mpieza y el orden es fundamental en el trabajo de mecánica , siempre hay que tener limpio la máquina , el entorno de trabajo y las herramientas. No lo he visto en este vídeo.
@@HomeGaragechannel I have one just like it that was just given to me. I'll wait for warmer weather to give it a good wash then see what's wrong with it. It will start on a prime like yours did so it's probably the same procedure you just did...Thanks!
I was just looking at the price of new saws, and one like this is around $300. I'd rather grab an old one cheap (my last one I paid someone $5 for since it didn't run and he was going to sell it for scrap metal) put a spark plug, diaphragm kit, air filter, bar and chain on it and as little as I use it it's been around for 10 years. Its nice to have in case a tree falls down in the neighborhood or something, but all of my trees are pretty young, so I wouldn't be hopefully cutting any down anytime soon. What I do with it doesn't justify $300
My Dad had one of these saws since new and rarely used it. I got it after he passed and couldn't stand how temperamental it was. I only used it three times to cut up an old fallen tree into firewood and when it ran it always consumed a ton of bar oil even on the lowest oiling setting. I ended up giving it away to someone and now I have a Stihl ms261 which absolutely rips
I would prefer something a bit easier to service, but if it was free or really cheap, I’d deal with it. While the bar and chain were off, I would have given them a good cleaning and inspection. I would have made sure that the engine ran before reinstalling them. If the engine ran and the bar was in good shape, I would have the chain sharpened before reinstalling. I would also put the saw on a hard surface before starting to prevent dulling and pulling debris into the drive. Another great video!
With me,it doesn't matter because I can fix it myself,if I was reliant on a chainsaw or lawnmower repair place I wouldn't buy a chainsaw which is like the Homelite one which is in the video if I was aware that to repair the carburettor it requires dismantling the whole chainsaw meaning that the labour required to do a simple carburettor repair would make it cost prohibitive to repair. In other words imagine how many of those Homelite chainsaws have ended up in the garbage bin because they were too expensive to repair !
I'm so glad I found this video. I've been working on my Grandfather's old saw and the fuel lines were completely rotted off. Can anyone tell me where the primer hose attaches? Where does it go inside the tank?
I have a jar full of trimmer carburetors ready to use sans tuning, plus new ones. It'd be great if I could send them to you for your UA-cam channel. Put them to use. Hope you had beer while working on this retro beauty. Your wife probably doesn't like the gas splatter smell.
That's a nice offer. I might consider it but not at the moment. I have a few plans in work and I'd rather wait before recieving them. Its mainly root beer.
@@HomeGaragechannel Oh...Home Garage has more mower videos coming. Ok, sounds good. Root beer? Don't drink that ice cold. Next thing you'll be required to do is grill some hotdogs and melt cheese on them. And invite your subscribers over Ha!
I feel the same way…taking apart a compactly built saw like this is more time than I’m willing to invest in a saw I got for free at a garage sale. I started the disassembly, then watched your video and decided that it’s much more trouble than it’s worth (to me).
About 30 years ago I bought a Homelite XL for $89 at K-mart. A year or so later it wouldn't run, and I suspected the carb. But I couldn't figure out how to get to the carb, so I tossed the saw and bought a more expensive Stihl which still runs today. That was the right decision for me.
For me, they go into my ultra sonic cleaner for about 15 minutes with all Welch plugs removed and I then replace all of the diaphragms, gaskets, Welch plugs, etc with new oem parts.
@@HomeGaragechannel sure will I still have my 35 year old Poulan Super 25 that I bought new in 1985. It comes apart about like that XL you were working on. Not as easy to get running as my Stihl saws but once it is running it will cut right along with some of my bigger saws. After all, it is almost a 40 cc saw.
Lack of a chain brake would make me hesitant to buy, but my luck with modern chainsaws has been dismal. So yeah, a good old chainsaw that's proven to work yet not worn out... Sign me up.
I love old, it takes me back to a simpler time when things where just as good, we made do just fine, today's just fancier, and cost more and cost more to fix, not against new stuff, I just don't see the point other then competing with the other brands and add more stuff to get you to buy over the others, Stihl saws worked great 30 years ago and still do if you get it up, and part replacement is just a fact of life even for ourselves, we wear down and wear out, no different, tks for the video
I'd buy an older small chainsaw for cheap, i have a 1983 Homelite 240 and a 245 and i know it'll sound stupid but i just love the 80's aesthetics of them lol.
@@HomeGaragechannel agreed. Modern engine designs and capabilities are unparalleled, but the QC and level of craftsmanship something to be desired in today’s industry. Between MADE IN (insert Asian country name), and lack of hands on builds in factories are two of he biggest culprits. I could go on but I think y’all get my point. Sorry for the rant, kind of.
@@HomeGaragechannel I had made an attempt to get it going 4 years ago but couldn't get it to idle. I've been doing small engine repair as a hobby 5 years now. A little experience and a good video for motivation got the Super 2 going again!
Think that’s bad do a mini Mac both are good saws when you fix them great video I have a ton of saw I pick them up here and there and fix them and collect them chainsaw mechanic
Since I'm cheap I always clean the carburetor & replace the diaphragms, then adjust the carburetor. I'm working on a little red just like the one in your video. Somebody put the oil lines on wrong. I tried to see where the oil line from the top hole of the adjusting knob goes. It must go down to the oiler.
@@HomeGaragechannel Yep, that sigh is a well known moment, Like the sigh i had when i accidentally dropped a washer down the crank of a motor i was working on. Had to split the case to get it out ;(
That is strange, I have never seen a primer bulb that is located on top of the gas cap. We do have one of these on top of a shelf in our shop/office. I believe it is just there for decoration purposes along with the other equipment on top of that shelf.
I have the same chainsaw as yours but my doesn't have the chainbreak (see profile pic) but I can't seem to find a carb replacement on Ebay or even the diaphragm. Do you know where I can find one?
I don't look for the rebuild kits unless the pumping diaphragm is bad. I usually only replace the metering diaphragm. I would remove the carb and take out the metering diaphram and note how many holes it has. Does it have 2 or 4 screw holes and if it has any alignment holes. Next look to see how big the metal "nipple " is in the middle of the diaphragm. Using that information I then find a compatible one on Ebay using their pics.
Have my dad's old Homelite from the late 70's. It is not working. I wounder if I should try to repair it. Not worth much in the condition it is in. I seem to remember the screw that tightens the chain would always loosen up. And it does not start, so some issues there. Also models that old don't have many of the safety features that we have now. No covered tip, no safety paddle (not sure what that is called).
Just put a new cylinder & piston on my XL just like the one you are working on. there was no base gasket so I cleaned every thing and used Anaerobic permatex gasket maker. The cylinder is leaking gas I let the gasket maker set overnight before starting. Can't find a base gasket listed in parts. So what kind of sealant would be a gas resistant to fix the leak. Very disappointing problem to say the least. Your advice would be appreciated?
It doesn't seem anyone sells a small one anymore with a top handle that will balance to lop limbs with one hand. Exception is Stihl, but theirs designed for tree climbers costs over $500. If anyone makes a saw with top handle like this and sells for $200, or less, I would like to know about it.
I find the older models for the most part are built better. Also replacement parts for the most parts are fairly cheap. Maintain what you have till it no longer works! Not to nag but why don't you clean things up as your working on them?
NEVER sharpen chains, replace them. They aren't that expensive. Make sure to install it in the right direction according to the picture on the cover. Adjusting the chain to the bar and the cover can be tricky!
I want to buy a new carb, my serial and model # tag is gone, do you have that so I can order a new carb, I have the exact chainsaw, I appreciate the trouble tks
@@HomeGaragechannel so after pulling the air intake cover off, I pulled the top of the carburetor off and cleared the screen by spraying some starter fluid on it. Now with a little starter fluid I can get it to start for a second but it dies immediately.
@@georgepavlik9055 thanks for the update. You'll need to either pull the carb out and do a thorough cleaning and then rebuild it using a kit Or you can just replace the entire carb.
@@HomeGaragechannel ordered a new carb, $15 came with a spark plug, new lines, new primer bulb. Thanks for your help, your video showed how easy it can be to service that small engine.
Been using and repairing/servicing these and other old saws like these for years and have learned that they are not that hard to work on if you have a little patience and at least half a functioning brain and with a little tlc they'll forever. Glad to see finally how well those safety gas nozzles work thankfully I only have one like it my others are the old School ones that work just fine. So as far as that safety nozzle one which I got for free in a used vehicle I purchased that was never used.I guess I'll modify that nozzle a bit with my old trusty McCulloch 10-10 and fix that fucker .🙂
I love old saws they were built way better than this new overpriced junk .I have a homelite little red same as the one in the video got it given to me for cutting a fallen tree it was only used one time and stored in its case ever since and I have its big brother a homelite XL automatic with a 20 inch bar that one's a beast
If it's a decent brand, yes, I would rather do a little work on it and know the saw If all you know is on, choke, start your new saw will not be new for long.
Good video on how to do the repair. However, since you new it fired, and you had to take t the engine out of the case why not clean all the oily crap off the parts? This would make it easier to reassemble and make it less likely of getting any dirt in the carb or fuel tank. I worked in the small engine business for over 35 years and if you replace a metering diaphragm or fuel pump diaphragm you should replace the gasket. Tillotson, Walbro and Zama tech people would tell you that the gasket could also be a culprit. you should also clean or replace the air filter. Also those new safety gas cans are a pieces of crap. you can buy replacement nozzle kits on line that make them easier to use. Jack Homan
Can anyone steer me in the right direction as to what brand of chain to get ? I get the Home Depot ones (can’t remember the name) and my bar oil is spraying 😉 so I know it’s getting some lube, but seems to dull after a few camping trips... Is it normal for chains to dull that quickly ? Thx in advance for the feedback
Good times-Definitely learn how to sharpen it. Not difficult to do, just be sure to maintain correct angle on your file. And be sure to keep your bar/chain out of the dirt, as dirt will immediately dull your chain.
Your content is on par with Donyboy ie: no wasted time, very accurate procedures, excellent video, precise details, tight narration, makes repairs go well and gives UA-cam a good name.
Thank you Home Garage
Thank you John Hadley for the comment I very much appreciate it
Great job. Only thing. I would clean all the gunk before disassembly to avoid getting it into the system.
Just picked of 2 of these for $40 bucks on Craigslist. Time for my cleaning an tune-up. This vid help a lot
Yes I've started cleaning before doing my videos to help avoid getting dirt in stuff. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
I have a home lite that’s been sitting in a barn for thirty years, can’t wait to get her running again! This saw is way older than me!
nice good luck with it.
@@HomeGaragechannel thank you
Found one of these under my mother in laws house and need to go through it. Would be a great little addition if it works. Thanks for a good video.
thank you flavrdPnut
Great job👍 and really cool ole homelite. I'd buy an old saw in good shape like this one for cheap over a new one any day. Makes me want to get out my 30 year old homelite & give it some love.
Thanks Alan Marshall for the comment. It means a lot to me.
I just bought that same saw for 8.00 and I wanted to see how to get to the carb. Thank you.
no problem, thanks for the comment
I would buy old saw for cheap a
I would buy old saw for cheap and fix
I love the old saws. I currently working on a Homelite 245. It needs a ton of cleaning but she will be back in service soon I think.
Nice. Please let me know how it goes and thanks for the comment
i would buy a used saw every time, but not necessarily an old saw. Thanks for posting this video. it helps me a lot.
Thank you for the time I really appreciate it.
I bought a small Stihl in good shape, case, with all adjustments and chain sharpened by a former logger from out west. He was with a fellow who took down trees for me on several occasions and I wanted a small , well maintained saw for limbs that might come out of a large tree.
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
Yes, those old saws are a repair nightmare. Homelite, McCollough and some Poulans require you to completely disassemble the saw to do much of anything to it.
You are absolutely correct about that
awesome job mate i think those ones are ones from 1977 and i would get one of those lovely Chainsaws and of course perfect for small cutting jobs and you did a awesome job on that carburetor etc
thank you Patrick Stapleton. I didn't clean the outside that much which a lot of people have a problem with.
Hehe I’ve watched this video on my other account but I love 0:05 it’s so funny and that has countlessly happened to me. Meaning that it’s never happened to me. Kind of a mind trick. Love the videos and the pretty much weekly uploads. Can’t wait to see what the next project is.
Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
I am working on a super 2 like the one you have here.
Thanks for the fine video as I now know how the primer bulb hooks up.
waiting for a few more new parts to come in tomorrow. Even though , I did have it running yesterday.
nice, let me know how it goes.
You’ve made me decide to send my home lite to the shop. I don’t think I’m prepared to take it apart myself. Great video btw. I’m now a new subscriber.
Thank you for subscribing I appreciate it
Excellent video. Can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers. But you will, and probably sooner rather than later. Personally, I’d take an older saw at a good price after removing the muffler to check for scoring.
Thanks and yes I would take the older saw too
Nice video but would have to really watch a few times to get up the courage to try. I am impressed at your confidence and skill level. Kudos to you and thanks for sharing!!! 😁
thank you Mr G. and I understand
I like the old chainsaws. Fix them up a little bit putting back to work
Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
Great video - thanks for showing the air intake and carburator!
No problem 👍
Iv got an older model of this saw I found in a skip ,just got it running with this vid ,mine has a walbro carb on it and the filter had disintegrated cant find a replacement in UK so might have to make one.cheers for the info.
That's very resourceful of you. Thank you William Evans for the comment I appreciate it
Nice video, love your thinking. I do think old saws are better made (more sturdy) than the more recent all plastic ones. So I started to repair some old ones (Partner, McCullogh, Jonsered, etc.)....And I really have fun doing this. As a matter of facts they are usually just really dirty and poorly maintained with bad gasoline....Keep your nice job 👍
thank you
Cheers. Old saws are great, spin slower, cut just as well and are field serviceable
I agree!
I’m a newer chainsaw owner and bought two of these saws for $75. Both run great and just need a cleaning and carb adjustments. Learning to carve with them.
wow, very nice.
I have some old saws that I really love. Many older saws that run OK, but not great. And some that I really don't like at all and put a LOT of time into, and still have problems or never got working right that I want to throw over the moon. I have a few new ones, and of course, I really like those saws. Echo & Husqvarnas. I bought a brand new Stihl MS250 and didn't like the way it ran, would stall every once in a while tipped counter clockwise fresh out of the box. Had the Zama carburetor. Bad seals are super common on older saws, AND relatively new ones. I've started pressure testing pretty early in the repair as I've done a few that I replaced all the lines on & kitted the carburetor only to find that the stupid seals are leaky anyway... I've got like 6 of those old homelites that are similar. One is a 192 Classic that is one of the ones I'd like to throw over the moon! Currently working on getting at least 1 of the others running good. Great vid btw. Little things like only runs on choke so need to fatten up the low are very helpful little things to know!
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
What ive done in the past is spent the money on new saw. Did the work i needed done then i repaired 2 homelite xl2's an a poulan timber wolf. .. i gave the poulan to a friend who was jobless an he cut wood for people to make some money. I told hom just keep it. I have what i need an 2 spare running saws. But i have no problem buy vintage saws an getting them to run i enoy doing that
Thank you Klaus Adomeit for the comment I appreciate it
I think there would be far fewer chainsaw repair videos if you had to go through all that for a "simple" fix every time. Great work!
Thanks 👍
I don’t know why I keep watching this video but I just got a homelite 240 chainsaw running and the metering diaphragm was a little bit worse than the one in that saw and the gasket broke too and I still got it running and went through 2 tanks of gas. I am gonna rebuild the carb but I can’t believe it ran. My mother really prefers that I don’t run it because the lack of a chain brake so i only use it on really light cuts and I’m gonna try and get a homelite 250 running this weekend and it has a chain brake so hopefully I can get it running so she doesn’t have a panic attack every time I wip out a vintage chainsaw. I have a lot of old stuff that I love a lot
I understand your feelings about vintage equipment, just bit differently. yes sometimes it surprises me too when a metering diaphragm still works even though I think it shouldn't
La la mpieza y el orden es fundamental en el trabajo de mecánica , siempre hay que tener limpio la máquina , el entorno de trabajo y las herramientas.
No lo he visto en este vídeo.
Usually a good time to give it a thorough cleaning while it's all apart...
If the saw smokes excessively check the duck bill valve inside the oil tank at the top. If it's bad just replace it..
That's true. Thanks for the comment.
@@joew9392 that's also good advice.
@@HomeGaragechannel I have one just like it that was just given to me. I'll wait for warmer weather to give it a good wash then see what's wrong with it. It will start on a prime like yours did so it's probably the same procedure you just did...Thanks!
@@joew9392 thank you for the information. Good luck. Hopefully it works out for you.
Always good to have a back-up .....so if you see a deal on a chain saw I would grab it .... 2 is 1 ....1 is none .
Thank you for the advice I appreciate it
I was just looking at the price of new saws, and one like this is around $300. I'd rather grab an old one cheap (my last one I paid someone $5 for since it didn't run and he was going to sell it for scrap metal) put a spark plug, diaphragm kit, air filter, bar and chain on it and as little as I use it it's been around for 10 years. Its nice to have in case a tree falls down in the neighborhood or something, but all of my trees are pretty young, so I wouldn't be hopefully cutting any down anytime soon. What I do with it doesn't justify $300
i see your point. thanks for the comment I appreciate it
My Dad had one of these saws since new and rarely used it. I got it after he passed and couldn't stand how temperamental it was. I only used it three times to cut up an old fallen tree into firewood and when it ran it always consumed a ton of bar oil even on the lowest oiling setting. I ended up giving it away to someone and now I have a Stihl ms261 which absolutely rips
thank you for sharing your experience
The fuel spray back is a perfect opener to everyday chainsaw repair.
I would prefer something a bit easier to service, but if it was free or really cheap, I’d deal with it. While the bar and chain were off, I would have given them a good cleaning and inspection. I would have made sure that the engine ran before reinstalling them. If the engine ran and the bar was in good shape, I would have the chain sharpened before reinstalling. I would also put the saw on a hard surface before starting to prevent dulling and pulling debris into the drive. Another great video!
yes this one, is not nice to service at all.
With me,it doesn't matter because I can fix it myself,if I was reliant on a chainsaw or lawnmower repair place I wouldn't buy a chainsaw which is like the Homelite one which is in the video if I was aware that to repair the carburettor it requires dismantling the whole chainsaw meaning that the labour required to do a simple carburettor repair would make it cost prohibitive to repair.
In other words imagine how many of those Homelite chainsaws have ended up in the garbage bin because they were too expensive to repair !
You are absolutely correct. Thank you Russell Booth for the comment I appreciate it
I'm so glad I found this video. I've been working on my Grandfather's old saw and the fuel lines were completely rotted off. Can anyone tell me where the primer hose attaches? Where does it go inside the tank?
if I remember the line goes in the tank only to go back out of a hole in the tank to the carb.
I have a jar full of trimmer carburetors ready to use sans tuning, plus new ones. It'd be great if I could send them to you for your UA-cam channel. Put them to use. Hope you had beer while working on this retro beauty. Your wife probably doesn't like the gas splatter smell.
That's a nice offer. I might consider it but not at the moment. I have a few plans in work and I'd rather wait before recieving them. Its mainly root beer.
@@HomeGaragechannel Oh...Home Garage has more mower videos coming. Ok, sounds good. Root beer? Don't drink that ice cold. Next thing you'll be required to do is grill some hotdogs and melt cheese on them. And invite your subscribers over Ha!
@@999thenewman now that's an idea!
Got a similar saw, with carb issues, and its a pain to have to completly dismantle the saw to get at the carb
Thank you Alan Lake for the comment I appreciate it. Yes that's the worst part about this repair
I feel the same way…taking apart a compactly built saw like this is more time than I’m willing to invest in a saw I got for free at a garage sale. I started the disassembly, then watched your video and decided that it’s much more trouble than it’s worth (to me).
What are those numbers 1-4 labeled on the handle for?
Thats for how much oil you want the chain to put on the bar.
About 30 years ago I bought a Homelite XL for $89 at K-mart. A year or so later it wouldn't run, and I suspected the carb. But I couldn't figure out how to get to the carb, so I tossed the saw and bought a more expensive Stihl which still runs today. That was the right decision for me.
Wow that's a great stihl saw!
hose it out while you have it disassembled. great video!
Thank you Wesley Davidson'l for the comment I appreciate it
Im buying the older model on the cheap.worn out parts replaceable and redoing fuel lines check carband overall inspection..patience is a neccessity.
Good luck to you and you are correct.
For me, they go into my ultra sonic cleaner for about 15 minutes with all Welch plugs removed and I then replace all of the diaphragms, gaskets, Welch plugs, etc with new oem parts.
That will definitely do the job.
@@HomeGaragechannel sure will I still have my 35 year old Poulan Super 25 that I bought new in 1985. It comes apart about like that XL you were working on. Not as easy to get running as my Stihl saws but once it is running it will cut right along with some of my bigger saws. After all, it is almost a 40 cc saw.
@@johnclarke6647 that's a very capable saw.
What is the worst small saw in terms of repairing it, Homelite XLs or McCulloch 100 series? And why is the Homelite called XL?
I couldn't tell you about the xl mlm part. I've don't think I've worked on the 100 series so I could make a comparison.
I like old saws that run good.
me too
Lack of a chain brake would make me hesitant to buy, but my luck with modern chainsaws has been dismal. So yeah, a good old chainsaw that's proven to work yet not worn out... Sign me up.
agreed
Homelites smoke like a 1950s doctor.
nicely phrased
They run that thick mix
Nice Chainsaw ❤Greetings from Germany Peter
thank you Peter and Hello Germany!
@@HomeGaragechannel 😎👍
I love old, it takes me back to a simpler time when things where just as good, we made do just fine, today's just fancier, and cost more and cost more to fix, not against new stuff, I just don't see the point other then competing with the other brands and add more stuff to get you to buy over the others, Stihl saws worked great 30 years ago and still do if you get it up, and part replacement is just a fact of life even for ourselves, we wear down and wear out, no different, tks for the video
no problem and thank you for the comment.
i.d grab one of these older homelites and way better than the Chinese made ones today for sure unless your choice less
That's a very good pointe
@@HomeGaragechannel absolutely mate
I'd buy an older small chainsaw for cheap, i have a 1983 Homelite 240 and a 245 and i know it'll sound stupid but i just love the 80's aesthetics of them lol.
Lol... nice. They were definitely built better back then.
@@HomeGaragechannel agreed. Modern engine designs and capabilities are unparalleled, but the QC and level of craftsmanship something to be desired in today’s industry. Between MADE IN (insert Asian country name), and lack of hands on builds in factories are two of he biggest culprits. I could go on but I think y’all get my point.
Sorry for the rant, kind of.
I bought 3 homlites for 50 dollars, one was trashed so I am going to use the parts on it
thats a good choice thanks for the comment I appreciate it
I have the Super 2. It needs work. Maybe I'll go tear into it having watched your video! Thanks.
Good luck Gilbert Cruz and thank you for the comment I appreciate it
@@HomeGaragechannel I had made an attempt to get it going 4 years ago but couldn't get it to idle. I've been doing small engine repair as a hobby 5 years now. A little experience and a good video for motivation got the Super 2 going again!
Excellent work. Thanks again for the comment.
Think that’s bad do a mini Mac both are good saws when you fix them great video I have a ton of saw I pick them up here and there and fix them and collect them chainsaw mechanic
Nice. Have you thought about making video of your repairs?
And I have four of those saws and a fleet of other brands most of my Super 2s are twin trigger all run Great but I show them some love
Thanks again for the comment
Thank you very much !
no problem and thanks for the comment I appreciate it
Thanks sr good video
Thanks for the comment. I appreciate it.
Since I'm cheap I always clean the carburetor & replace the diaphragms, then adjust the carburetor. I'm working on a little red just like the one in your video. Somebody put the oil lines on wrong. I tried to see where the oil line from the top hole of the adjusting knob goes. It must go down to the oiler.
I think you're right, but it's been awhile since I worked on this one.
That sigh you made I could feel your pain
Thanks, I didn't realize the sigh could be heard.
Little bit
@@HomeGaragechannel Yep, that sigh is a well known moment, Like the sigh i had when i accidentally dropped a washer down the crank of a motor i was working on. Had to split the case to get it out ;(
@@reedsmechanical3663 boy I didn't realize that sigh was that audible.
@@HomeGaragechannel Oh well, We all have those "sigh moments" it happends! have a good one man! Nice video!
i would buy one of these ones no problem and do the repair on it for sure
Me too. Its not a bad little saw.
@@HomeGaragechannel yes perfect for those small limbs on trees and of course pruning those odd bits on old dead stuff in the garden beds too
i have this exact saw along with an xl2. both run, but like your xl the primer bulb doesn't work on mine. also have a 550 that I need to get going.
that's pretty cool.
That is strange, I have never seen a primer bulb that is located on top of the gas cap. We do have one of these on top of a shelf in our shop/office. I believe it is just there for decoration purposes along with the other equipment on top of that shelf.
nice piece of decoration. yes the primer bulb in the cap is strong but it just dumps Fuel into the tank so it makes sense.
Just had a thought about using JB weld to seal it up. What do you think?
no don't do that.
Buenísimo homelite xl
I have the same chainsaw as yours but my doesn't have the chainbreak (see profile pic) but I can't seem to find a carb replacement on Ebay or even the diaphragm. Do you know where I can find one?
I don't look for the rebuild kits unless the pumping diaphragm is bad. I usually only replace the metering diaphragm. I would remove the carb and take out the metering diaphram and note how many holes it has. Does it have 2 or 4 screw holes and if it has any alignment holes. Next look to see how big the metal "nipple " is in the middle of the diaphragm. Using that information I then find a compatible one on Ebay using their pics.
Have my dad's old Homelite from the late 70's. It is not working. I wounder if I should try to repair it. Not worth much in the condition it is in. I seem to remember the screw that tightens the chain would always loosen up. And it does not start, so some issues there. Also models that old don't have many of the safety features that we have now. No covered tip, no safety paddle (not sure what that is called).
it might be a fun project for when you need something to do tho
Just put a new cylinder & piston on my XL just like the one you are working on. there was no base gasket so I cleaned every thing and used Anaerobic permatex gasket maker. The cylinder is leaking gas I let the gasket maker set overnight before starting. Can't find a base gasket listed in parts. So what kind of sealant would be a gas resistant to fix the leak. Very disappointing problem to say the least. Your advice would be appreciated?
sure I would make a base gasket from a roll of gasket paper from the store. use the cylinder as a templet.
This is a AWESOME channel really appreciate you sharing it. Great fix. They don't make good chainsaw like this any more. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍You rock.
Thanks for the comment I appreciate it.
I just started working on one of these. Do you happen to know a source for a carb kit or a new carb?
Yes Ereplacementparts dot com
Do you know what the compression on this saw should be, thanks God bless
If I had to guess, because to the age of the saw, it should be high, probably about 160 PSI once broken in
I thought about JB weld but with the different expansion rates on the cylinder & crankshaft attach plate I think it would crack.
do not use that.
I got her running today. now to see if i can find a shorty bar that will fit her
good work!
I gotta not get too antsy i dont want to waste the money for it to crap out. I plan on using it to block out small
Carvings.
@@HomeGaragechannel What's the fuel ratio on this old baby? I don't think it likes 50:1 lol
Have one like this Starts but wont stay running!
its probably a carb issue. I don't know if hey still make these tho
It doesn't seem anyone sells a small one anymore with a top handle that will balance to lop limbs with one hand. Exception is Stihl, but theirs designed for tree climbers costs over $500. If anyone makes a saw with top handle like this and sells for $200, or less, I would like to know about it.
You and me both.
I find the older models for the most part are built better. Also replacement parts for the most parts are fairly cheap. Maintain what you have till it no longer works! Not to nag but why don't you clean things up as your working on them?
It doesn't help to clean as it makes the filming longer than it needs to be.
Hey I have that exact chainsaw. I can't figure out the year or how to find specs for it, can you help me out?
there should be a model number sticker on it somewhere, that's what I would look up.
You got the job done but you didn’t show your saw No love should have cleaned it up along the way 30 year old soul still putting out show it some love
You are absolutely correct. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
Hi home garage can you do a video of show how to sharpening lawnmower blades please thanks:)
That would be a really short video.
But can you give me tips how to sharpen one
NEVER sharpen chains, replace them. They aren't that expensive. Make sure to install it in the right direction according to the picture on the cover. Adjusting the chain to the bar and the cover can be tricky!
Take a file and sharpen it so it's sharp to a slant.
who else unwinded the crank spring lol tons of fun
ME, Ha ha ha ha much fun indeed.
Depending on which brand
thank you Kenneth Drown
I noticed you didn't mention anything about removing idle limiter and high adjustment plastic pieces that go around them
Thanks for noticing
How do you reconnect the throttle linkage to the carburetor?
you'll have to pull the whole engine away from the cast to work the z bend back on to the throttle lever on the carb.
@@HomeGaragechannel I do have it apart. I can hook one or the other ends but not together. Therein lies my problem!
Is it possible to provide a photo?
@@marc7491 sorry I don't have this saw anymore. If you have a pic of the problem you can send it to me at Homegaragemail@gmail.com
@@HomeGaragechannel Pics sent.
I want to buy a new carb, my serial and model # tag is gone, do you have that so I can order a new carb, I have the exact chainsaw, I appreciate the trouble tks
unfortunately, this was not my saw, so I don't have it anymore. I also didn't replace the carb, so I don't have a link for a new one either.
@@HomeGaragechannel thank you for taking the time to get back with me, God bless in Jesus name
I guess it would have been asking too much for you to clean the whole thing up while disassembled???
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
Good fix but didn't get why you didn't clean the parts after disassembly. really messy repair.
Its simply not required to get it to run. Thanks for the comment
Old Stihl saw for cheap.
that works for me too
A friend left his homelite chainsaw since he hasn't used it in 4 years. Time to squirt some gas in the hole and go from there.
yes that's a good place to start,
@@HomeGaragechannel so after pulling the air intake cover off, I pulled the top of the carburetor off and cleared the screen by spraying some starter fluid on it. Now with a little starter fluid I can get it to start for a second but it dies immediately.
@@georgepavlik9055 thanks for the update. You'll need to either pull the carb out and do a thorough cleaning and then rebuild it using a kit Or you can just replace the entire carb.
@@HomeGaragechannel ordered a new carb, $15 came with a spark plug, new lines, new primer bulb. Thanks for your help, your video showed how easy it can be to service that small engine.
@@georgepavlik9055 no problem and you made a good choice.
cool, this is the same saw used on the movie scarface
nice I didn't know.
Been using and repairing/servicing these and other old saws like these for years and have learned that they are not that hard to work on if you have a little patience and at least half a functioning brain and with a little tlc they'll forever. Glad to see finally how well those safety gas nozzles work thankfully I only have one like it my others are the old School ones that work just fine. So as far as that safety nozzle one which I got for free in a used vehicle I purchased that was never used.I guess I'll modify that nozzle a bit with my old trusty McCulloch 10-10 and fix that fucker .🙂
Lovely video... loved it... thats one hell of a saw👌
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
Also, how and how often do you lubricate the recoil ? Thx again
Its depends. I do it when It feel as tho the rope isn't returning smoothly. Thank you for the comment
K thanks. Do you just add oil on it, but in the inside ?
@@dangitgrossman wd40 will do and yes inside close to the spring as possible
Jeez that gas got everywhere it would of scared me im so glad nothing caught on fire
It surprised the hell out of me.
as much as I would like to have an older saw. I won't ru a saw without hand brake or chain catch.
yes you're completely right.
I love old saws they were built way better than this new overpriced junk .I have a homelite little red same as the one in the video got it given to me for cutting a fallen tree it was only used one time and stored in its case ever since and I have its big brother a homelite XL automatic with a 20 inch bar that one's a beast
nice, thank you Erich Vonreed
If it's a decent brand, yes, I would rather do a little work on it and know the saw
If all you know is on, choke, start your new saw will not be new for long.
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it.
we're gonna get our first snow, 3-6 inches
nice, let me know how it goes.
I like to clean if I disassemble
great choice
Storm STARTS On Friday at 1:00 AM and Ends 1:00 PM, snow blower is ready!
Good video on how to do the repair. However, since you new it fired, and you had to take t the engine out of the case why not clean all the oily crap off the parts? This would make it easier to reassemble and make it less likely of getting any dirt in the carb or fuel tank. I worked in the small engine business for over 35 years and if you replace a metering diaphragm or fuel pump diaphragm you should replace the gasket. Tillotson, Walbro and Zama tech people would tell you that the gasket could also be a culprit. you should also clean or replace the air filter. Also those new safety gas cans are a pieces of crap. you can buy replacement nozzle kits on line that make them easier to use.
Jack Homan
you make a good point, I'll have to do that next time.
It wouldn't botherme to buy an older one.
Thank you for the comment. Yes an entry level stihl is very affordable.
Can anyone steer me in the right direction as to what brand of chain to get ?
I get the Home Depot ones (can’t remember the name) and my bar oil is spraying 😉 so I know it’s getting some lube, but seems to dull after a few camping trips...
Is it normal for chains to dull that quickly ?
Thx in advance for the feedback
Btw, ANOTHER great video !!
Thank you for the comment. Are you sharpening the chain at all between camping trips?
No I don’t know how. Didn’t know I needed too unfortunately.
@@dangitgrossman you don't have to sharpen it and just keep replacing it but it will last if you sharpen it before each use
Good times-Definitely learn how to sharpen it. Not difficult to do, just be sure to maintain correct angle on your file. And be sure to keep your bar/chain out of the dirt, as dirt will immediately dull your chain.