Lancaster 550 Saw; Couple Questions & Pictures

[Red Paint]

Hello all.

I've had this Lancaster saw for a while and would like to move forward with a restoration. I believe it is a 550 based on the casting underneath the handle support.

I need to identify the bar mount pattern and chain specifications as it is currently just a power-head. Acres Site stated that this saw used a 7/16" chain pitch which I am not familiar with. Ideally I would like to run the bow bar that I usually run on my 056, but that is set up for .375" chain.

Also, I need some advice in regards to the Fairbanks Starter. I have very little experience with these starters outside of replacing friction discs. I believe parts may have been cannibalized from this saw at some point in the past rendering the starter inoperable. It will occasionally grab after 1/2 turn but that is pretty rare. Is there any information or diagrams for this starter available? The motor is a Power Products AH47 which I know was popular with kart racers back in the day.

Thanks for the help! I'm sure I will ask more questions as the resto continues.

 

[Guido Salvage]

Want another one?



Has a nice old school bar and a chain on it.

 

[mross9640]

Hello all.

I've had this Lancaster saw for a while and would like to move forward with a restoration. I believe it is a 550 based on the casting underneath the handle support.

I need to identify the bar mount pattern and chain specifications as it is currently just a power-head. Acres Site stated that this saw used a 7/16" chain pitch which I am not familiar with. Ideally I would like to run the bow bar that I usually run on my 056, but that is set up for .375" chain.

Also, I need some advice in regards to the Fairbanks Starter. I have very little experience with these starters outside of replacing friction discs. I believe parts may have been cannibalized from this saw at some point in the past rendering the starter inoperable. It will occasionally grab after 1/2 turn but that is pretty rare. Is there any information or diagrams for this starter available? The motor is a Power Products AH47 which I know was popular with kart racers back in the day.

Thanks for the help! I'm sure I will ask more questions as the resto continues.

I know this is an old post but I’d also like to start refurbishing my 550. Just curious how yours went.

 

[ElevatorGuy]

I know this is an old post but I’d also like to start refurbishing my 550. Just curious how yours went.

He hasn’t been here in 6 years.

 

[pioneerguy600]

Most of these, I want to restore my vintage/old saw posts never really happen when the OP realizes they are in way over their experience level trying to rework vintage machines, where info is scarce and parts even more difficult to locate.