[AT] Chain saw sharpening

[Dave Rotigel]

Here you go Dick. See: 	http://www.ehow.com/video_4419332_sharpen-chainsaw-chain.html
					http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLgAiMoL4XM  or
					http://www.5min.com/Video/Tree-Cutting-Safety-Chainsaw-Sharpening-15094965
	Dave

On Apr 1, 2012, at 10:47 AM, Dick Day wrote:

> Thanks for so many great suggestions.   Based on everything I've read, I 
> will for sure avoid the electric systems as those would only allow me to 
> destroy a usable chain that much faster.
> 
> If I had anyone around here who I could watch sharpen a chain without the 
> use guide, I would spend some time with them watching and learning.
> 
> Since that's not an option, I will probably order the guide to get me 
> started.  They say it does not come with any files, that they must be 
> purchased locally.
> 
> My questions are:
> 
> Any idea what size/type files I should get?
> 
> I should also probably get a spare chain. I looked at Oregon's site to see 
> if I could get a cross reference on the Worx chain (Worx WA0159) and they 
> only list a 16" chain for Worx, mine is 18".   I have no problem with 
> ordering a Worx brand chain, but they are almost $30. I was hoping that the 
> Oregon brand would be less expensive. Does anyone know what Oregon chain 
> would fit the Worx 18" saw?
> 
> Again, thanks for so many great ideas and for sharing your experiences.
> 
> Dick
> 
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Spencer Yost" <yostsw at atis.net>
> Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2012 6:46 AM
> To: "Antique tractor email discussion group" <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
> Subject: Re: [AT] Chain saw sharpening
> 
>> I used to work for the forest service (as a teenager) and our work leaders 
>> were yoga masters in sharpening.  But alas, I was a teenager and didn't 
>> pay close attention.   I fortunately married a woman whose father was good 
>> at sharpening too.
>> 
>> Between the time of the yoga masters and father-in-law I was inept at 
>> sharpening and tried every gadget and device under the sun.  Bottom line 
>> is if you can't sharpen with just a file, You can't sharpen with this 
>> year's super gadget", dremel, guide,etc.
>> 
>> Here is what i finally learned from them:  Great sharpening is all 
>> frequency and consistency.  Those are learned through practice and 
>> patience.
>> 
>> I used to stink at this because I have alway stunk at things that can't be 
>> a acquired without cleverness, brute strength and speed.   Marriage and 
>> chain sharpening taught me to appreciate the role of zen in my life.
>> 
>> I swear:  You don't need a guide or electricity.   I don't use a handle 
>> either because I like to feel how the file is cutting.
>> 
>> Like the others mentioned too:  Do it  every tank of fuel.
>> 
>> As was also mentioned before; Don't sharpen a damaged chain though.  Give 
>> that to a professional (or just buy a new one as I do).
>> 
>> Hope this helps,
>> 
>> Spencer
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> On Mar 31, 2012, at 21:49, "Dick Day" <ddss at telebeep.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> Greetings.
>>> 
>>> I can get the chain sharpened locally for $18.  I've seen manual file 
>>> sets that mount on the bar and allow you to sharpen the chain. I've also 
>>> seen electric, both 12-volt and 110.   The reviews I've read about the 
>>> electric ones are quick to point out that the cheap ones don't last. I 
>>> cannot justify $150 and up for a decent one, so I figured I would try my 
>>> hand at manual sharpening.
>>> 
>>> I have an 18" electric Worx chain saw and love it.  The specifics of the 
>>> chain are gauge=.05  length=18"  links=63  pitch=3/8"
>>> 
>>> Can anyone suggest what I should get to sharpen the chain?
>>> 
>>> Thanks
>>> 
>>> Dick Day
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> AT mailing list
>>> http://www.antique-tractor.com/mailman/listinfo/at
>> 
>> _______________________________________________
>> AT mailing list
>> http://www.antique-tractor.com/mailman/listinfo/at
>> 
>> 
>> -----
>> No virus found in this message.
>> Checked by AVG - www.avg.com
>> Version: 2012.0.1913 / Virus Database: 2114/4907 - Release Date: 03/31/12
>> 
> _______________________________________________
> AT mailing list
> http://www.antique-tractor.com/mailman/listinfo/at