Chainsaw Repair

How do they look?? . . .

Looks like you are getting your money's worth from that chain!

One thing about using the file guide,  I was resting it on the top of the tooth and the top of the hook thing opposite the cutting face,  if you get what I mean,  is this ok or should the file guide only touch the top of the tooth?

Yes - you are using it correctly.  That is what holds the file at the correct height.  You just need to focus on keeping it level, and at a consistent angle while filing.

Looks like you should also check your depth gauges ('rakers').  They need to be filed down periodically so that the cutting edges bite off the right amount of wood.  I use the Oregon gauge with the space in the middle, which works good with the low-kickback chain you are using.  Round over the front edges of the depth gauges after filing, so that they have the same profile as when new.

Philbert



Philbert