Mastermind Meets The Jonsered 2095

[Mastermind]

Hey Mastermind what kind of crankcase splitter are you using? Custom jobby?

I have some homemade stuff plus I use heat on most saws. With a fine tip torch I heat the area around the bearing then it comes apart smoothly. It works very well.

wanted ask if you've been running cooler heat range sparkplugs in these worked over saws, never see any mention of this, just wondering

I've always just used the stock plugs.

Think about about it this way, when the exhaust port is raised, the effective powerstroke is reduced. A few degrees can make a BIG difference considering a 2 stroke delivers all its power in roughly 85 to 95 degrees of crank rotation.....as compared to a 4 stroke has about a complete stoke to accomplish the same thing. It's weird how some saws like some things, and others like exactly the opposite. I've changed my way of thinking so many times, I'm still not sure whats what.....I know no more now than I did when I started . Just something to think on......

Sorry for the derail, back to the original programming .

In all honesty I've spent a lot of time going in the wrong direction with my thinking as well. My friend Jeremy (Wigglesworth) and I talk of the phone a bunch (my wife says too much ). In those "brainstorming" sessions we have been able to bounce ideas off each other and I think that has helped us both build stronger engines. Jeremy is the one that get me thinking that a lower exhaust would result in a stronger saw.....at least in large wood.



Now.......back to the J'red.

 

[ptjeep]

Nice work Randy, i especially like the bar stud repair. Its too bad the owner will have so much money tide up in the saw but atleast it will be good to go. I often learn the hard way too.

 

[Mastermind]

Nice work Randy, i especially like the bar stud repair. Its too bad the owner will have so much money tide up in the saw but atleast it will be good to go. I often learn the hard way too.

Steven has been such a good customer I'll cut him a deal on the labor. :msp_thumbup:

 

[ptjeep]

Steven has been such a good customer I'll cut him a deal on the labor. :msp_thumbup:

Take care of your customer and they will take of you, for years to come!:msp_thumbup:

 

[Stumpys Customs]

Think about about it this way, when the exhaust port is raised, the effective powerstroke is reduced. A few degrees can make a BIG difference considering a 2 stroke delivers all its power in roughly 85 to 95 degrees of crank rotation.....as compared to a 4 stroke has about a complete stoke to accomplish the same thing. It's weird how some saws like some things, and others like exactly the opposite. I've changed my way of thinking so many times, I'm still not sure whats what.....I know no more now than I did when I started . Just something to think on......

Sorry for the derail, back to the original programming .

I know exactly what yer sayin Durand, but sometimes convinceing myself that less is more is hard to do. I'm with ya on the more I learn the dummer I feel.

 

[benp]

Nice thread Randy -

Cool to watch the progression from fixer upper to ripper.:msp_thumbsup:

A nice change of pace.

 

[PB]

Meteor pistons are sure fine looking items. Here's a tidbit I've learned.....the 394 OE piston has a wider skirt than a 395 OE piston. The Meteor 395 has better pin placement and is a bit wider than either.

Are you putting a Husky piston in there, or did you mean 2094 vs. 2095?

 

[mt.stalker]

Nice job returning an abused horse back to her origional glory Randy

Maybe the ring ends didn't snag the port because of the sweeds superior tolerances :hmm3grin2orange:

 

[eat a peach]

Brad,
New to the game. Saw came up for sale on Craigslist. I met the guy at a predeterminded location halfway between our respective homes. Seemed like a decent fella, drove a nice Volvo etc. Did the drop strart test etc. Saw started on third pull. He came off the orig price quite a bit, so I bought it. I knew before I bought it that I would have Randy go thru it to make sure it was alright b4 I ran it. Then I got the pm of all the trouble with the saw. It's simply a case of 'lack of knowledge' on my part and I have learned quite a lesson from this whole ordeal. I tried to get back in touch with the seller but he has avoided me. Now, I wish I had gone to his house to buy it, that way we could have a face to face discussion. The whole thing brought my CAD to a standstill while I tried to wrap my mind around it. I actually stayed off the site for several days. First bad experience buying something used. Really made me sit down and think how much money I have put into this little hobby. For me the numbers were sickening. I walked into this ignorant and really learned a valuable lesson. I'm thankful for having Randy as my friend, and knowing someone knowledgeable, that I can trust to guide me thru this. I love chainsaws- the sound, the smell, the feel, but I simply don't know how to work on them. For me, I would rather spend the money, with confidence that it is done right, knowing that I can take the saw in the woods and know it is gonna run right- that's where Randy comes in. Going forward, it's new saws for me, or saws purchased from high caliber, recognized members on AS. I always do business with a handshake, I use manners so my children will, & I treat others how I would like to be treated, just like many of you here on AS. It's certainly disconcerting to come across individuals who do not elevate themselves to the same standard.

So thats the story, I'm ready for the digs and jokes, the "he's a fool, ain't got no business with a saw" statements. I can take it, cause I know in a few days I'm gonna pick up another bad ass saw from Randy's shop with a big ol' sticker on it.... and that to me is "Priceless". GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Mastermind!

For what it's worth here is my take on your deal. You seem alot like myself and I would guess several others on here. We don't claim to know it all and I would venture anyone who does may be the fool. I decided a long time ago that bad and unscrupulous people were not gonna affect me as far as how I viewed the world. I may be wrong but my children don't need to be afraid,wary maybe but not scared to deal with other people.I know I have been burned and probably will be again but one thing AS has done is re-enforce my faith in mankind and tell me there are a lot of good honest caring people in this world. Sorry I will get off my soapbox now.:hmm3grin2orange:

 

[bryanr2]

For what it's worth here is my take on your deal. You seem alot like myself and I would guess several others on here. We don't claim to know it all and I would venture anyone who does may be the fool. I decided a long time ago that bad and unscrupulous people were not gonna affect me as far as how I viewed the world. I may be wrong but my children don't need to be afraid,wary maybe but not scared to deal with other people.I know I have been burned and probably will be again but one thing AS has done is re-enforce my faith in mankind and tell me there are a lot of good honest caring people in this world. Sorry I will get off my soapbox now.:hmm3grin2orange:

Well said.....
The commmunity feel of AS along with our shared commonality (the love of saws) surely is very inviting. I appreciate the atmosphere here on this forum and truly value the friendships I have made.

 

[Mastermind]

Are you putting a Husky piston in there, or did you mean 2094 vs. 2095?

Good question and I'm glad you brought it up. I was referring to Husky pistons. The only shared component in the top end is the piston kit. The 395 Husky and the 2095 share the same piston. The 394 has different ring pin placement that limits upper transfer width.

I was checking compression and about hurt myself on this beast. I'll have to run it to get the assembly oil out of it to get a solid measurement on compression. I may end up having to lower it a bit.

 

[SawTroll]

I know ya will Randy. I've been down that road doing landscaping projects too. Makes me feel a bit better after my buckeyes lost tonight

Nothing like a little cutting therapy to help...:smile2:

My buddy has an old johnsered 475? Small saw, but he cut for 20 years with it and loved it. Needs carb work, etc? Could you make that happen? It would certainly be no rush as he got another saw.

The 475 is a Poulan Pro version of the Jonsered 2077, that is a Jonsered version of the Partner P7700 - and it was made at the Husqvarna factory, to complete the confusion.....:hmm3grin2orange::hmm3grin2orange:

 

[PB]

Good question and I'm glad you brought it up. I was referring to Husky pistons. The only shared component in the top end is the piston kit. The 395 Husky and the 2095 share the same piston. The 394 has different ring pin placement that limits upper transfer width.

I was checking compression and about hurt myself on this beast. I'll have to run it to get the assembly oil out of it to get a solid measurement on compression. I may end up having to lower it a bit.

Are you sure you don't have that backwards? The 394 and 2095 share the same part numbers for the piston, but the 395 is different.

 

[gcdible1]

The 475 is a Poulan Pro version of the Jonsered 2077, that is a Jonsered version of the Partner P7700 - and it was made at the Husqvarna factory, to complete the confusion.....:hmm3grin2orange::hmm3grin2orange:

Thx Troll, all I can say is wow. He loved the saw for 20 years, but local guys all said carb parts were too hard to find to mess with it. Thats the problem to fix or not to fix... He ended up getting a new ms310 with a case a hat etc at the dealership for 399 bucks last year. I think he still needs to get the johnsered going for a backup or small saw. I guess that depends on what it costs to fix, etc. Im gonna chat with him.

 

[timmcat]

Thx Troll, all I can say is wow. He loved the saw for 20 years, but local guys all said carb parts were too hard to find to mess with it. Thats the problem to fix or not to fix... He ended up getting a new ms310 with a case a hat etc at the dealership for 399 bucks last year. I think he still needs to get the johnsered going for a backup or small saw. I guess that depends on what it costs to fix, etc. Im gonna chat with him.

The 2077 is by no stretch a small saw, I'd double check on what saw he actually has. A 2077 if thats what it actually is, is not the saw to have for a back up, that would be more appropriate for the 310:msp_biggrin:

 

[SawTroll]

Thx Troll, all I can say is wow. He loved the saw for 20 years, but local guys all said carb parts were too hard to find to mess with it. Thats the problem to fix or not to fix... He ended up getting a new ms310 with a case a hat etc at the dealership for 399 bucks last year. I think he still needs to get the johnsered going for a backup or small saw. I guess that depends on what it costs to fix, etc. Im gonna chat with him.

I get a feeling that we are not "speaking" about the same saw - but there never was a Jonsered 475.

There was a 455 though - totally different story......

 

[Mastermind]

Are you sure you don't have that backwards? The 394 and 2095 share the same part numbers for the piston, but the 395 is different.

I could very well have it backward. I've not checked IPLs just going my what I was told when I ordered parts and by the piston I removed from the saw.......which was most likely not the OE part.

 

[the westspartan]

opcorn:

 

[booger1286]

I think i have better success by always leaving exhaust height where it is and just widening it.
Raising transfers on a taper to keep velocity and only lowering and blending intake without much widening.
After lowering cylinder.


Just seems like raising exhaust only helps kill my torque in the wood.

Seems like widening exhaust and raising transfers helps with rpm.

 

[Anthony_Va.]

Nice job returning an abused horse back to her origional glory Randy

Maybe the ring ends didn't snag the port because of the sweeds superior tolerances :hmm3grin2orange:

I'd call it devine intervention.

I bet ole Randy was like WTF? When he pulled the muffler and seen those ring ends there. Thats just insane crazy stuff.