Chainsaw Repair

Quote from: JOE.G on September 03, 2012, 07:57:30 pm

The Rancher is running a 3/8 Chain.

 I figured 7 would be what I should run on all.

Change it to .325x7 for better performance.

On the flip side, I would at least try 3/8x8 with the shortest bar on the 562xp (but preferably a 16" bar).....

I have to say ST is right here. A .325  20-21LPX or the BPX semi chisel for durability is a good choice for a 55 Rancher.
Back in the day pulpcutting I ran Windsor 58 J .325 semi chisel with a 9 T rim on my 630 Jonsered and that stuff cut nice and smooth. When I switched to the "new then" Stihl 034 I dropped to a 7T with the same chain.

I agree 3/8 can be used if sharpened properly, but we all know a 3/8 cuts the best when filed back to about 2/3 size cutter [ the size a .325 cutter is when new]. So you have no waiting to get to that point with the .325
From my travels alot of sawchain used by the weekenders never gets to 2/3 anyway.

Having said all that don't compare race chain to round filed work chain.