Chainsaw model idnetification

[Marty00000]

I have an older Craftsman 42cc 18" chainsaw with no model number sticker. I need to replace the Sprocket Clutch Drum. It is 2.5 " dia. Can anyone help determine the saw model number?

 

[Marty00000]

It looks like this but it is 2.5" dia.

 

[HarleyT]

Pic of the saw?

 

[ammoaddict]

Yep, pictures are a must have. I have 2 Craftsman 42cc, one made in 2009 and the other made in 2000 I think. It is a rebadged poulan wild thing.

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[ray benson]

Google search - Craftsman 42cc chainsaw. Lots of choices
https://www.google.com/search?q=cra...0bziAhVSiqwKHTQIAHgQ_AUIDygC&biw=1600&bih=785

 

[JP56]

Does anyone know where I can find a Sears/Lowes Craftsman Chainsaw Model number cross reference? I have a Lowes purchased Craftsman, which gives a Lowes Model Number of CMXGSAMY421S , but Sears insists there is a Sears model number on it someplace in their format of XXX.XXXXXXXX. I cannot find a sears number anywhere on the damn thing.

 

[TBS]

Does anyone know where I can find a Sears/Lowes Craftsman Chainsaw Model number cross reference? I have a Lowes purchased Craftsman, which gives a Lowes Model Number of CMXGSAMY421S , but Sears insists there is a Sears model number on it someplace in their format of XXX.XXXXXXXX. I cannot find a sears number anywhere on the damn thing.

Sears used the some of the same numbers for their craftsman labeled poulans at one time but the cross reference for yours is 41BY429S799

 

[JP56]

Thanks Slasher! I will give this number a try! Actually not a bad little saw except for the whimpy way to flexible bar on it. I had to take the chain cover off it and clean it out and noticed that the inside of the plastic cover actually got so hot at some point that the plastic was bubbling up inside the brake band area though. It seems to bog down with the chain slipping while cutting, and I believe it is just a poor oiling design.

 

[TBS]

If you look on the bottom of the saw under the clutch there should be an Oiler adjustment, the brake band may be rubbing too. I've got the same saw and run the chain a little looser than I do on my other saws and that helped with the bogging but having a big catalytic muffler does not help with power.

 

[JP56]

If you look on the bottom of the saw under the clutch there should be an Oiler adjustment, the brake band may be rubbing too. I've got the same saw and run the chain a little looser than I do on my other saws and that helped with the bogging but having a big catalytic muffler does not help with power.

I guess the word "bogging" was not quite right actually. The engine performs great no matter what but the chain gets stuck frequently while the engine keeps screaming along strong is more like what is happening. I am having a difficult time trying to get the oiler adjustment to that sweet spot. My first thought was that I found it odd that the clutch was located on top of the sprocket cover instead of under it where it would seem to me that it would be better protected from oil & sawdust build up. I have a STIHL MS290 and have never found oil all over the clutch & sprocket assembly like I have with this one! All that slippery gunk just seems to gravitate onto and into the clutch plate and springs and all over the brake band. Seems like I am constantly having to remove the cover and clean it and degrease the entire assembly.

I also was googling the Model number you gave me & from what I seem to find, this Craftsman model is apparently and MTD Machine now & no longer a Poulan.

 

[TBS]

I guess the word "bogging" was not quite right actually. The engine performs great no matter what but the chain gets stuck frequently while the engine keeps screaming along strong is more like what is happening. I am having a difficult time trying to get the oiler adjustment to that sweet spot. My first thought was that I found it odd that the clutch was located on top of the sprocket cover instead of under it where it would seem to me that it would be better protected from oil & sawdust build up. I have a STIHL MS290 and have never found oil all over the clutch & sprocket assembly like I have with this one! All that slippery gunk just seems to gravitate onto and into the clutch plate and springs and all over the brake band. Seems like I am constantly having to remove the cover and clean it and degrease the entire assembly.

I also was googling the Model number you gave me & from what I seem to find, this Craftsman model is apparently and MTD Machine now & no longer a Poulan.

These are mtd saws with a full metal crankcase, there are a lot of other saws that that you can get parts for and swap on to this one with no modifications. They are clones of zenoah/redmax g5000.

You may also have weak clutch springs causing it to slip too.

 

[JP56]

These are mtd saws with a full metal crankcase, there are a lot of other saws that that you can get parts for and swap on to this one with no modifications. They are clones of zenoah/redmax g5000.

You may also have weak clutch springs causing it to slip too.

All your info has been great so far Slasher! Thanks again. My latest question is are there any other brands of chains & bars out there that would fit this saw? As I mentioned earlier, the bar is the wimpiest thing I have ever seen! It seems to be way too thin and flexible as compared to my other saws. I also noticed that the chain really does not seem to last as long as the chains on my other saws before it needs sharpening & it's driving me nuts. I have a Stihl MS280 & only use the Stihl chains on that and I have an older Poulan that still has the original chain on it that just now needs it's first sharpening in all the years I have owned it. AS you said, this one IS an MTD saw, but I believe the chain & bar may be Oregon, but not positive. The part # for Bar is 795-00278 & Chain is 705-08314. Any cross reference anyplace online for these numbers to a hopefully better brand that will fit?

 

[TBS]

I've had good luck with county line bars and chains.
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/countyline-18-in-bar-and-chain-combo-s62

 

[Piotr Pakuła]

a weak clutch spring causes the chain to rotate at idle speed