dissecting an earthquake chainsaw

[naturelover]

Welp, got the second Quake out today and cut a little with it, done pretty good, but tuned a little too rich. Was really muddy and I forgot my screwdriver back in the truck, so just finished up my little 5" log with it and quit.

The 441C got in on most of the action as most of what was cut was in the 12-16" range, seasoned red oak at that..

Oh, and it really didn't smell good either, that glue they use to hold that muffler heat shield on is rank when hot, smells like its on fire.

And guess unless someone is gonna bid over the BIN price, I'll end up with a couple more in a few days. Thinking of at least trying a muff mod on one and putting some better chain on it, see what it does.

If I do get outbid, I'll probably buy a couple anyway if they stay at the $40 price.

Still gotta get to work on that saw holder for the ATV though....

 

[H 2 H]

My finger slipped again :taped:

 

[milkman]

How in the world did we let this thread wind up on the second page? I got my Earthquake out yesterday and pulled it apart, the bar oil was leaking out the bottom. The fitting that goes into the tank was loose so I put an O ring on it and tweaked the bracket that holds it in the tank. I put it back together and Yea Haw, fixed it. I filed the chain, adjusted the rakers and my bro came up with his Earthquake and we made some music and sawchips. After that, I put my second Earthquake together and fired it up, lo side is way to lean so I quit and ordered the double D tool. I'll MM one of them after I get the tool. To be continued.........

 

[Philbert]

On sale at Menard's for $119 this week (38 cc).

Philbert

 

[Chris-PA]

On sale at Menard's for $119 this week (38 cc).

Philbert

Ouch.

 

[Philbert]

Ouch.

But it comes in the correct box! (Non-sale price is $139).
And they are headquartered in Eau Clare, Wi . . . . . (hmmmmmmm. . . . . )

Philbert

 

[H 2 H]

On sale at Menard's for $119 this week (38 cc).

Philbert

In the great white north there selling for $164 :msp_scared:

 

[o8f150]

How in the world did we let this thread wind up on the second page? I got my Earthquake out yesterday and pulled it apart, the bar oil was leaking out the bottom. The fitting that goes into the tank was loose so I put an O ring on it and tweaked the bracket that holds it in the tank. I put it back together and Yea Haw, fixed it. I filed the chain, adjusted the rakers and my bro came up with his Earthquake and we made some music and sawchips. After that, I put my second Earthquake together and fired it up, lo side is way to lean so I quit and ordered the double D tool. I'll MM one of them after I get the tool. To be continued.........

why order the tool, do it this way,, its a lot cheaper :msp_biggrin::msp_biggrin::msp_biggrin:

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[milkman]

Earthquake experts, when I had mine apart, I noticed the clutch end of the crank had a counter sunk center and signs of grease, I put it back together and completely forgot to check. Does the crank have a hole to grease the bearing or maybe someone saw the counter sink and tried to grease it?:msp_confused: If it is to allow grease then I will declare that the Earthquake is indeed a PRO saw.

 

[Chris-PA]

Earthquake experts, when I had mine apart, I noticed the clutch end of the crank had a counter sunk center and signs of grease, I put it back together and completely forgot to check. Does the crank have a hole to grease the bearing or maybe someone saw the counter sink and tried to grease it?:msp_confused: If it is to allow grease then I will declare that the Earthquake is indeed a PRO saw.

Pretty sure that is a dead end and just left over from turning the crank. I probably should have greased that while I was working on it too, but I didn't have the clutch off.

I tried a cold start on mine after giving up on actually using it thanks to the "fog" (is it fog if you can hear it falling?), and it started right up. So hopefully the cold start problem I had yesterday was just a first time running issue. Sounds pretty serious running actually. And I pulled off that big sticker on the cover, as it had no useful information on it, which helped it look more respectable. I might actually start to like this thing.....

 

[singinwoodwackr]

Pretty sure that is a dead end and just left over from turning the crank. I probably should have greased that while I was working on it too, but I didn't have the clutch off.

I tried a cold start on mine after giving up on actually using it thanks to the "fog" (is it fog if you can hear it falling?), and it started right up. So hopefully the cold start problem I had yesterday was just a first time running issue. Sounds pretty serious running actually. And I pulled off that big sticker on the cover, as it had no useful information on it, which helped it look more respectable. I might actually start to like this thing.....

remove the stickers?? why do that? they add HP, everyone knows that, sheesh.

 

[diggers_dad]

remove the stickers?? why do that? they add HP, everyone knows that, sheesh.

I hear they also help keep the chain sharp, as well as reduce vibration and noise level.

 

[Philbert]

I hear they also help keep the chain sharp, as well as reduce vibration and noise level.

I'd put an 'STP' sticker on mine (if I had one)!

Philbert

 

[singinwoodwackr]

If I pull all the EQ stickers and replace them with Husky and Stihl stickers it should run like a hot saw

 

[Philbert]

If I pull all the EQ stickers and replace them with Husky and Stihl stickers it should run like a hot saw

Don't forget the all-important '311 Y' sticker!

Philbert

 

[naturelover]

Pretty sure that is a dead end and just left over from turning the crank. I probably should have greased that while I was working on it too, but I didn't have the clutch off.

I tried a cold start on mine after giving up on actually using it thanks to the "fog" (is it fog if you can hear it falling?), and it started right up. So hopefully the cold start problem I had yesterday was just a first time running issue. Sounds pretty serious running actually. And I pulled off that big sticker on the cover, as it had no useful information on it, which helped it look more respectable. I might actually start to like this thing.....

The little things will grow on ya.


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[Chris-PA]

Don't forget the all-important '311 Y' sticker!

Philbert

Pretty sure I'm going to do the old forehead smack when you tell me what that means, but ATM it just isn't clicking......

The little things will grow on ya.

Yes indeed, because it cost me so little, because it was based on a very good RedMax design, because I put my own work into porting and modifying it, and because the result is light and decently powerful. If something fails, parts will be difficult to get. The average user would be much better off with any cheap PoulanPro, especially at those retail prices. But I will have fun with it - already have.

 

[Philbert]

Pretty sure I'm going to do the old forehead smack when you tell me what that means, but ATM it just isn't clicking......

It's the much misunderstood STIHL sticker:

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/176013.htm

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/160652.htm

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/153668.htm

etc., etc., etc

 

[dswensen]

The little things will grow on ya.

Boy, no kidding!

Just pushed the "buy" button for a third one. The first two have been MM'ed and carbs modified to allow for a screw driver to adjust. Tried my hand at porting the exhaust on both (first time for me), and took the base gasket out of one of them. They both run GREAT. Now just have to find some wood to try them in .......

What fun I've had for $35 + $40!!!!

 

[Chris-PA]

Just in case you want to download the manual and/or IPL: Chainsaw 16" - 38cc Viper Engine - Detail information for Chainsaw 16" - 38cc Viper Engine