Reassemble and Test Chainsaw
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What happens here
After cleaning the bar and clutch area, reattach the guide bar and the chain. Ensure the chain is oriented correctly with the cutting teeth facing the right direction (away from you for proper cutting). Slide the chain onto the drive sprocket and guide bar, then place the bar nuts and clutch cover back on. Lightly tighten the bar nuts, then re-tension the chain using the 'nickel test' method as previously described. Once the tension is correct, firmly tighten the bar nuts while lifting the tip of the guide bar slightly to ensure the bar seats properly. Finally, perform a test start of the chainsaw to confirm everything is assembled correctly and the chain operates smoothly. The presenter mentions a video about rebuilding a Stihl MS500i due to incorrect fuel mixture, emphasizing the importance of using mixed gas for 2-stroke engines.
Goal: Correctly reassemble the chainsaw and confirm proper function.
Tools and materials
- Chainsaw Stihl — The chainsaw being reassembled
- Ratchet Scrunch — Tightening bar nuts
- Nickel US Mint — Gauge for checking chain tension
- Two Dimes US Mint — Gauge for checking chain tension