Does anyone know what model Homelite this is?

[Kriminal]

Hey guys,
I was on ebay scouring around and impulsively purchased a homelite. The price was next to nothing and I figure it's another project to mess around on in my free time over winter, but the seller didn't include any information on what model the saw is. My knowledge of homelite is very minimal, but from what I've seen I'm guessing it may be an XL-12, but I'm not sure. Itd be nice to know so I can get some parts and try to revive this neat little guy. Thanks!

 

[ray benson]

I have a document from HouseofHomelite that lists the 50082 Homelite-Terry saw as a XL-76

 

[Kriminal]

I have a document from HouseofHomelite that lists the 50082 Homelite-Terry saw as a XL-76

Thanks a ton for your help, these guys are hard to encode from what I've been reading. Now I just have to try and find the missing parts for it, may prove to be troublesome!

 

[Old2stroke]

The early XL-76 had points ignition (very reliable), later models went to electronic coils with a high failure rate. Lots of good info through a search function here to find a replacement coil if needed. With a padded rear handle, it's probably a later one, check for wire going under the flywheel. When running properly, these are real powerhouses, much better to use than the XL-12.

 

[Kriminal]

The early XL-76 had points ignition (very reliable), later models went to electronic coils with a high failure rate. Lots of good info through a search function here to find a replacement coil if needed. With a padded rear handle, it's probably a later one, check for wire going under the flywheel. When running properly, these are real powerhouses, much better to use than the XL-12.

That's exactly what I heard about them. They're little lightweight powerhouses that apparently spin more rpm in the cut compared to xl12 models. Plus the saw weighs as much as an 026! Now I just have to find parts for a reasonable price, that's my issue. I found a recoil last night without the grated chip protector on ebay for about 60 dollars. I'm not sure if parts for this model are a little more expensive or if the guy just thinks he's sitting on a gem. I'm assuming they're more rare.

 

[fossil]

That's exactly what I heard about them. They're little lightweight powerhouses that apparently spin more rpm in the cut compared to xl12 models. Plus the saw weighs as much as an 026! Now I just have to find parts for a reasonable price, that's my issue. I found a recoil last night without the grated chip protector on ebay for about 60 dollars. I'm not sure if parts for this model are a little more expensive or if the guy just thinks he's sitting on a gem. I'm assuming they're more rare.

The saws are very common in Ontario, Canada.

 

[cscltd]

FYI is was made in 1977 in Quebec The black coils work well with a nova or similar modules to replace points. Even with scored pistons they still worked well.

 

[Billy The Kid]

Hope I’m not bombarding someone else’s post here but I am new to the page and looking for some answers. I picked up an old homelite from an older gentleman a few days ago and have been doing some history lessons and have become very interested. Does anyone have any and all information about the identity of this particular saw, best performing bar and chain combo, tips and tricks for improved operation, background into the history, what size saw is this (cc), what RPM range to run the saw, and also pretty important to me what year model and era this saw came from as the tag is worn on the bottom of the tag and I am unable to identify the numbers, whatever information you guys have available would be greatly appreciated! I’m treading into homelite territory in which I am totally ignorant lol. Thanks in advance!

 

[fossil]

Hope I’m not bombarding someone else’s post here but I am new to the page and looking for some answers. I picked up an old homelite from an older gentleman a few days ago and have been doing some history lessons and have become very interested. Does anyone have any and all information about the identity of this particular saw, best performing bar and chain combo, tips and tricks for improved operation, background into the history, what size saw is this (cc), what RPM range to run the saw, and also pretty important to me what year model and era this saw came from as the tag is worn on the bottom of the tag and I am unable to identify the numbers, whatever information you guys have available would be greatly appreciated! I’m treading into homelite territory in which I am totally ignorant lol. Thanks in advance!

The saw is a Super XL Auto. 58cc . Exact dating requires a serial number which would have been on the tag. Likely late 70's through the 80's. Auto oiler along with a manual oiler.
A 16" - 20" bar is a good choice for hardwood. The correct bar for it would be an Oregon D196 or D096 bar in .050 gauge
Chain Oregon 3/8 pitch LGX or EXL There are lots of other options for chains.

Not a really fast cutter but a very dependable saw. Many of them in use today.

Some info at this link, http://www.acresinternet.com/cscc.n...47f8f0b8e0bc41ef88256c260048d87a?OpenDocument.
Attached is an Owner's manual

 

[Billy The Kid]

The saw is a Super XL Auto. 58cc . Exact dating requires a serial number which would have been on the tag. Likely late 70's through the 80's. Auto oiler along with a manual oiler.
A 16" - 20" bar is a good choice for hardwood. The correct bar for it would be an Oregon D196 or D096 bar in .050 gauge
Chain Oregon 3/8 pitch LGX or EXL There are lots of other options for chains.

Not a really fast cutter but a very dependable saw. Many of them in use today.

Some info at this link, http://www.acresinternet.com/cscc.n...47f8f0b8e0bc41ef88256c260048d87a?OpenDocument.
Attached is an Owner's manual

Awesome information and I greatly appreciate it! That definitely gave me somewhere to start! That’s pretty much what I’ve been hearing that it’s very dependable which is great. About a cord and a half of wood maybe 2 a year plus in the deer woods to clear anything in my path, and personal home use is all it will be used for. For $50 cash considering the condition it’s in I’d say it wasn’t a bad deal. How much would you say they are worth? I plan on hanging on to it for years to come. Thanks again!

 

[a. palmer jr.]

What the Super XL is worth varies. Some people would pay more than others. I paid $40 for this one. It runs okay, I think maybe I put a fuel line on it but not sure, I've had it a while..

 

[Billy The Kid]

What the Super XL is worth varies. Some people would pay more than others. I paid $40 for this one. It runs okay, I think maybe I put a fuel line on it but not sure, I've had it a while..

40 bucks sounds like a steal to me! Yours looks to be a deeper red but I’m guessing the one I picked up could be a little faded out. Good looking rig for sure.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

40 bucks sounds like a steal to me! Yours looks to be a deeper red but I’m guessing the one I picked up could be a little faded out. Good looking rig for sure.

I've had a couple of them, a red and a blue one, that were in better shape than this one, but it's not bad. Got a couple of small scratches on the piston but still has really good compression and starts very easily. I doubt it's really worth that much so I'll probably just hang onto this one..