My first fix

tbow388 · Dec 24, 2011

I came across this chainsaw and thought it would be a good one for me to start the second addition of CAD on.

It's a Mac 10-10 model # 600002u Serial Number 13-98307

This will be my first saw to actually try to work on. I have it all cleaned up (wasn't in bad shape).

I need a manual and maybe some tips on where to start. Any help you can give would be awesome.

:help::help:

tbow388 · Dec 24, 2011

Running

I have torn the whole thing apart and cleaned it. Did a poor mans carb rebuild kit (carb cleaner), new plug and a few hours of play time.

I got it started and it actually ran. I know I will need a new fuel line since at the carb it is just barely hanging on.

The chain is toast and rusted to where it doesnt move. I see that the oil tank is empty and I am hoping that I can just fill it up and that the pump is still good.

I will try and keep this updated. Maybe I can cut something by the end of the week.

tbow388 · Dec 24, 2011

Year

By the make, serial number and picture. Can someone give me a idea of a year on this?

jus2fat · Dec 24, 2011

tbow388 said:
By the make, serial number and picture. Can someone give me a idea of a year on this?

Early 1970's for the automatic...

Model Profile: 10-10A
(see photo at bottom)
:cheers:

J2F

zogger · Dec 24, 2011

tbow388 said:
I have torn the whole thing apart and cleaned it. Did a poor mans carb rebuild kit (carb cleaner), new plug and a few hours of play time.

I got it started and it actually ran. I know I will need a new fuel line since at the carb it is just barely hanging on.

The chain is toast and rusted to where it doesnt move. I see that the oil tank is empty and I am hoping that I can just fill it up and that the pump is still good.

I will try and keep this updated. Maybe I can cut something by the end of the week.

--you could rise and clean out both tanks first, just use old mix. Get the crud out, can't hurt, check filters, etc. Take your time, one thing at a time, eventually it will work!

tbow388 · Dec 25, 2011

Clean Tanks

zogger said:
--you could rise and clean out both tanks first, just use old mix. Get the crud out, can't hurt, check filters, etc. Take your time, one thing at a time, eventually it will work!

Would I put the mix gas into the oil tank also to clean it out? Swoosh and pour out?

Today I went out again to try and start it to make sure it wasnt a lucky thing yesterday with it starting. 1 pull with the choke and 1 pull with choke off. Started and ran. 30 degrees outside so I know it isnt cold natured.

I am going to replace the fuel hoses for sure this week and get a new fuel filter. I am also going to ask my buddy for a used chain and try to cut something before I buy a new bar and chain.

I want to put the max size bar and chain on it. I won't be using it much and don't mind babying my cut so a good suggestion of a max bar size would be appreciated.

fearofpavement · Dec 26, 2011

Don't run the saw without oil in the tank even if there is no chain on it. The oiler mechanism needs to stay lubed.

NORMZILLA44 · Dec 26, 2011

Tbow388, congrat's on your'e first project my friend.

homelitejim · Dec 26, 2011

The problem with getting a McCulloch 10-10 as a fix up saw is that they usually don't need much to get them going. I picked up my non running 10-10A for $20 and all I did was put fuel in it and adjust the carb and it has been running great since. My SP81(82cc 10-10) took a little more to get running, I replaced the coil and flywheel key with the ones in my 10-10 and it is one of my go to firewood saws, I even got used parts for the 10-10 to get it going again.

zogger · Dec 26, 2011

tbow388 said:
Would I put the mix gas into the oil tank also to clean it out? Swoosh and pour out?

Today I went out again to try and start it to make sure it wasnt a lucky thing yesterday with it starting. 1 pull with the choke and 1 pull with choke off. Started and ran. 30 degrees outside so I know it isnt cold natured.

I am going to replace the fuel hoses for sure this week and get a new fuel filter. I am also going to ask my buddy for a used chain and try to cut something before I buy a new bar and chain.

I want to put the max size bar and chain on it. I won't be using it much and don't mind babying my cut so a good suggestion of a max bar size would be appreciated.

--ya, just rinse it out good and drain it with some old mix. No reason to leave decades of crud in there.

stihl waters · Dec 26, 2011

Chain don't look too bad in pic., sure you can't salvage it ?

tbow388 · Dec 26, 2011

Chain

stihl waters said:
Chain don't look too bad in pic., sure you can't salvage it ?

Completely rusted towards the tip. I have been trying to salvage it though. I have not completely given up on it yet.

tbow388 · Dec 28, 2011

Soaked scrubbed and oiled the hain and now it is in good shape.

Did a carb kit on it today and a new fuel line and filter. Can anyone tell me what the carb adjustments are on this saw?

wyk · Dec 28, 2011

tbow388 said:
I came across this chainsaw and thought it would be a good one for me to start the second addition of CAD on.

It's a Mac 10-10 model # 600002u Serial Number 13-98307

This will be my first saw to actually try to work on. I have it all cleaned up (wasn't in bad shape).

I need a manual and maybe some tips on where to start. Any help you can give would be awesome.

:help::help:

Welcome to the X-10 taped-handle club!

Erock · Dec 29, 2011

wyk said:
Welcome to the X-10 taped-handle club!

nice chips

tbow388 post in the beg for manuals thread under the stickies link, someone outta get back to ya with one

Edit: here's the link in case you got lost

http://www.arboristsite.com/stickies/68615.htm

tbow388 · Dec 29, 2011

Thanks for the link. I got a shop manual for it. I need a owners manual also. I thought I would ask for the proper carb adjustment since gas has changed so much and I know that experiance with the saw has to be better than the manual.

On the handle, I am going to get some bicycle bar tape. Maybe gel tape and wrap it.

Scooterbum · Dec 29, 2011

Go to your local auto parts store and get heater hose. More cushion and it looks better.

tbow388 · Dec 29, 2011

So much for the first fix

Well I was out putting the final adjustments on the carb (cut, adjust, cut, adjust) was on my what i thought might be my final adjustment and the bolt that the air cleaner and top goes on breaks off, down the carb and locked it up with a nice hole in the side of the piston.

I am so mad I could just scream!!!!!!!!!:angrysoapbox::angrysoapbox:

tbow388 · Jan 10, 2012

Woooo hoooooooo

Thanks to MacTodd i have a piston coming and will be able to get back to it.

Now I am excited again. I will keep you posted on how it goes.

cajunhillbilly · Jan 10, 2012

This was my first time reading this thread. It was a great ride with ya' til the last post, or second to last post and it all came to a tragic end. Man I feel for ya' on that. Glad to hear that your on your way to recovery, Good Luck and keep this updated.:msp_thumbup:

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