Chainsaw Repair

The question: "I hear people talk about some saws that do or don't have anti vibe. Is this something to do with the engine or some other part of the saw?"

The answer:
Anti vibe is short for anti vibration. Simply put it is a system of isolating the handles of the chainsaw from the engine and bar to reduce felt vibration. This is done with either rubber parts of some sort or with coil springs. Almost all late model saws will have some type of anti vibe. Almost all antique saws will not.

Chain saw vibration has been found to cause health problems and the anti vibration systems are a means to reduce that. There are also special gloves available to give additional protection from vibration.

Not to sound completely foolish(okay, I probably do already)...what 'health problems'?



Scott (hope it isn't IBS) B