How-To Properly Adjust The Chain Tension On Your Chainsaw

How-To Properly Adjust The Chain Tension On Your Chainsaw - Video

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How-To Properly Adjust The Chain Tension On Your Chainsaw - Video
In this video I show you how to adjust your chainsaw chain to the correct tension. It is critical to your own personal safety and also to reduce wear and tear on your bar and chain!
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@donyboy73 4 жыл бұрын

ALWAYS KEEP PROPER TENSION ON YOUR CHAIN TO PREVENT PREMATURE WEAR TO YOUR BAR!

@SweetAli1986 2 жыл бұрын

Coming from a single mom who is trying to do everything by herself…you have significantly helped me. I can now go attack my small tree…I will get to the bigger trees after I practice on the small and medium trees on my land first.

@bigtrippy4970 5 ай бұрын

How did it go Ali ?

@joshuaKLO648 2 жыл бұрын

Finally someone who makes a video that's straight to the point. No drama or annoying music, thank you very much!

@mikedickson2925 7 жыл бұрын

You know I have been using a saw for over 40 years and this was the best description of what good tension is, and looks like, on a saw. Well done and thanks!!!!

@johnhaueisen 6 жыл бұрын

MIke's right--excellent description of what to do and why!

@Johan-vk5yd 4 жыл бұрын

Just chiming in!

@neilcunningham6776 2 жыл бұрын

This was all that was needed to be said!..? Thank. You

@jarm6862 2 жыл бұрын

You guys, Make me feel safe,whit this video

@RollingEasy 3 жыл бұрын

I've been using gear all my life and I turned 70 a couple of months ago. This man knows his stuff and I don't have any problem in the least about just coming in to look at any of his videos at any time because even I can learn something new if I keep my ears open. There's a lot of cowboys out there talking a lot of dribble. But this young man is certainly not one of them.

@neiladams4136 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Got my 1st chainsaw today. Instructions covered everything bar chain tension. You're video has given me the confidence I need to use safely. Neil - Wales - UK.

@mikehallo2676 Жыл бұрын

Finally proper video! Straight to the point!

@Turk_313 5 жыл бұрын

We started a lawn service for 2 months noa an we never knew you had to loosen the nuts b4 you can use the tensioner screw to adjust the chain .. man this video helped us alot .. thank you u rock 👌

@frankcastle5294 2 жыл бұрын

Dony you have the absolute best vids. Been sawing for 40 years and until now, never was quite sure how to do the proper chain adjustment on my Echo. Thanks much.

@bradherring4698 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the concise yet thorough instruction. Great job!

@bm3823 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your helpful videos. You have helped me numerous times to understand how things work and how to fix them. Starting with my Echo backpack blower, my mower, snowblower and now my chainsaw, you have provided valuable guidance for those of us that like to take care of the machines that they have. I really appreciate you for taking the time to help us all. Thank you.

@tylerrosborough9566 3 жыл бұрын

Saved me alot of grief, I was given an old homelite xl 1 automatic, non running for a winter project got her purring and now chains tensioned properly. Appreciated big time

@p.a.f.mitasol8071 6 жыл бұрын

I finally found a vlog that covers chainsaw adjustment/tension thoroughly. 👍Thankyou Sir very well explained & more than helpful.

@Brad1237202 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the education on chain tension!

@HorsepowerAddicted 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I always enjoy your videos. Very informative.

@chickenfooker74 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you for your advice.

@MrOlioutdoors Жыл бұрын

This is by far the best review I have seen, i have used this advice and been confident that I have properly adjusted the chain on my ms180 stihl mini boss. Thanks mate 👍

@surf6009 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video.

@cdantzer4984 6 жыл бұрын

Very well explained,thanks.

@normanritchie1238 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome content! Thank you for filming that.

@trcass1 Жыл бұрын

great video. thanks for the tutorial

@riv1950 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you doctor Don, a great video again.

@johncramer2581 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the information,have been trying to get it for several years,well done and thanks again.

@angryginger791 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Quick and to the point, but with all the necessary info. Thanks!

@sledgehammer6759 6 жыл бұрын

That is one reason I keep tightening mine , you said it might stretch when it gets warm , thanks donyboy .!

@triples6959 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. This is much better than the hit or miss method I have been using for the last 20+ years!

@pianobar7801 3 жыл бұрын

very helpful, thanks

@patrickmcdevittjr4087 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent videos keep them coming

@charlesrichardson8635 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the clear instructions!

@78Revolutions 9 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks for the vid. Helpful.

@forsteve 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information! 👍💪

@kevins.2976 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for info

@mauriciod3865 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial ! Thank you.

@fitzyholden1036 6 жыл бұрын

Good vid mate. Basic thing but amazing how many people ask about this. Now I can just direct them here as I have done for so many small engine problems.

@davidwilson7131 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks donyboy73 for a great video! Great clarity in explanation and good camera work. Good job.

@paulwharton1850 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - I learnt a lot. Many thanks.....all the way from London !

@tommcguirk1 2 жыл бұрын

thank you very helpful

@graemeh4541 3 жыл бұрын

This is excellent. Very clear. Many thanks.

@aleblanc3547 7 жыл бұрын

Nice tip, Dony! Thanks for sharing.

@pesr0412 5 жыл бұрын

this is an excellent video, precise and concise. very well done

@lisa9111 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@99carnot 7 жыл бұрын

Great review and information!

@motoman1997 6 жыл бұрын

Great advice, thanks.

@lovestihlquality1369 7 жыл бұрын

Great vids as always.

@darkspeed62 3 жыл бұрын

Really good video thank you!

@monkusbee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I am no longer paranoid to give my saw some use!

@naveensingh-mo1zx 4 жыл бұрын

Good job mate..keep it going. U enlightened me.. thank you. Love from Fiji Islands..

@christophersteele2531 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Thank you.

@michaelrubsam7778 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That was perfect!

@ronsbeerreviewstools4361 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this informative video.

@geojor 6 жыл бұрын

always great, thank you ...

@paulmorrey733 6 жыл бұрын

Great video Thanks

@johnbalasa711 4 жыл бұрын

Dony, thank you well explained.

@markproulx1472 4 жыл бұрын

Great advice as always.

@jacquesveilleux5001 6 жыл бұрын

Great video Donny. For new chainsaw users, you'll likely find that once you've adjusted your tension correctly, the tension will increase when you tighten down your bar nuts - I leave my tension a bit loose before final tighten to compensate. Cheers!

@JuniorFarquar Жыл бұрын

Exactly! Especially, I found, on the new easy adjust saws which require no tools. Like my 251c. My new baby.

@bsuarez3455 3 жыл бұрын

This right here is the good stuff Thank you

@Tommyr 7 жыл бұрын

Best small engine teacher on KZfaq!

@WillN2Go1 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I just have one of those cheap electric chainsaws, which I use for a few hours over a day or two every year. So a year passes and I forget these steps. It also has black screws for the cover plate, remove the cover plate.... and always I have to search for the screws. Today I put some yellow paint on them with a paint marker pen, so I also wrote some instructions on the bar. Of course this clearly identifies me as clueless... (and having done this of course now I will never forget, but had I not done it.....)

@frederickjuneau7874 6 жыл бұрын

You're the master dony !!!!

@joserivas4132 3 жыл бұрын

Well explained i like your videos!! I watch you from el salvador!!

@michaeleisenbise4278 5 жыл бұрын

Really nice video.

@JPilot2 7 жыл бұрын

G'day, Don! Thank you very much for demonstrating the "Correct Chainsaw Chain Tension", with a fabulous 'HOW-TO!!' Cheers! :-)

@twiper 4 жыл бұрын

Epic video, thanks :)

@augustwestusa 5 жыл бұрын

perfect thank you!

@semco72057 6 жыл бұрын

That is a very good tip as many people don't know how to adjust the tension on their chainsaws.

@slowpoke4557 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!! best video I've seen this yet!

@donyboy73 3 жыл бұрын

thanks, just posted a new chainsaw video this morning, kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e9J6o5h6u7HYpqs.html

@dranoeltari9727 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@oscargrouchthegreeng 6 жыл бұрын

You ROCK! Love the videos!

@atomatom6442 6 жыл бұрын

Always a good show... One thing I must say is: Wear your hardhat and eye protection. Another Spring is nearly here and pain can be easily avoided!!

@kimmisoomorris8841 3 жыл бұрын

i was always taught you should be able to fit a dime between the bar and chain thanks for the tips!

@pm270100 7 жыл бұрын

good vid well done

@yveskc1 6 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks for sharing. ATB

@drisselhamri647 8 ай бұрын

Tank you for the video?! I appreciate ?!

@TroubadourJuggernaut 6 жыл бұрын

good video, been using saws for years and years, seems like a hair tighter than I have been adjusting them, I will give them a tad more adjusting in the future to see how my saw responds.

@Patrick4959 6 жыл бұрын

Love the videos as usual Donny mate cheers from Australia nothing better than a good How to video on the Chainsaws

@donyboy73 6 жыл бұрын

thanks Patrick

@thekill1197 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! I learned a lot. :)

@ricayan4602 3 жыл бұрын

tnk u sir, newbie here.

@evanchapmanfanman 7 жыл бұрын

This gave me a better idea of the proper tension, thanks for the vid, I usually tighten till I have a little resistance while turning cold because once it's warm it turns quite easily.

@alext8828 3 жыл бұрын

Good point.

@gasperajdnik5627 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a heavy equipment mechanic, we are repairing a grader and my and my dad well repair my friend's dump truck. Keep Up The good work 👍🤠

@jamesmullins3219 7 жыл бұрын

good video

@firairza90 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, from Malaysia.

@ghostduckinvestigations9798 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@xrsuperduper7660 3 жыл бұрын

The way i learn it, had to check to be sure :)

@woofbark4475 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@bartolomegrutas71 Жыл бұрын

good job idol nice sharing goodbless

@x01e 6 жыл бұрын

Another great video how about sharpening? Using one of those wheel grinders?

@ebe-hero7052 2 жыл бұрын

Dam good video

@501jonesw 6 жыл бұрын

Dony,, Thanks for all the great videos. I didn't need this one but the video you made on burning carbon deposits off a spark arrestor came in handy last weekend.

@donyboy73 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching

@nerfmadeeasy 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. When do you recommended buying a new chain? Can it ever get stretched out?

@louismassey9019 6 жыл бұрын

Great videos. Could you please show how to replace a broken pull rope spring. Thanks

@sailme2day 5 жыл бұрын

thank you Don. I always check your video search option when looking for stihl repair and maintenance tips :)

@SportbikerNZ 3 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the chieftain talking about track tension.

@michedmck 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video, Don! Althoug most modern bars have a rotating sprocket, I understand that bars without sprockets should have a slightly lower tension than what you demonstrated. Can you confirm?

@Siwashable 3 жыл бұрын

My saw threw its chain yesterday. Tried getting it back on. A little tricky. I'm not sure if something is wrong.... I will try this tonight and see. Do these instructions apply to thrown chains too? Great video.

@drewthornton4684 7 жыл бұрын

Nice shirt don

@wikkidme755 6 жыл бұрын

Donyboy how about showing us how to tune one of those stihl saws. And how to know when to tune, smoke💨, sound🔊, acceleration.

@rverro8478 6 жыл бұрын

Years after watching your videos, I feel more comfortable purchasing a chainsaw and work on my own equipment. Thank you very much.

@captainadk2049 6 жыл бұрын

And one last tip: After working with the saw, loosen the tension on the warmed-up chain a little before putting it away. That way, as the chain contracts while cooling down it won't put stress on the gear.

@kiwilad4216 6 жыл бұрын

An off topic question for you Dony. Will a heat blistered crank case cause an air leak? The blistering is inside the case. Cheers, love your channel btw 👍

@rooster3019 6 жыл бұрын

My first view of any of your videos. Great job! I will watch more. I realize you were not showing sharpening technique, but near the end as you were showing your "big saw", say around 3:30 or so, the saw teeth appeared have been sharpened with a big "hook" and by a file that was too small. Notice how the bottom of each tooth has an edge way forward of the cutting area. Am I wrong? Is that a special type of tooth. I am used to round ground chisel.