McCulloch Pro Mac 700

[heimannm]

The grey/black bars are readily a available on e-bay, 18" bars from 6yooperschillin would be $15.95 + shipping, longer bars are also prevalent but more expensive.

I think 18" or 20" are perfect for the 70 cc saws for midwest hardwood applications. That said, my PM700 is fit with a 24" bar and seems to work just fine though when the wood gets that big I generaly select a bigger saw.

Mark

 

[2Twannabe]

Don't be concerned when you find yourself selling all non yellow saws to help fund your yellow fever.

It's happening already.

Jeff

 

[goosemaster]

What size file do you use to sharpen the chain on the Pro Mac 700? Thanks

 

[heimannm]

Depends on which chain you have. Most modern 3/8 pitch chain use a 7/32" file but the older Speed Mac chain requires 13/64" as does Stihl 3/8 pitch chain.

Mark

 

[2Twannabe]

Glad to see people are still looking at this old thread. I'm happy to report the old PM700 is still running strong 4-1/2 years later. I bought 50 acres of timber and she gets the call whenever there's any real work to be done.

Mark,
Did you ever do anything with the PM800 that was in that group of stuff you came and bought?

Jeff

 

[heimannm]

Hey Jeff - Good to know you still drop by from time to time. If you need a hand with any of your timber plot next just let me know, I would be happy to come cut for a day or two.

I expect that PM800 is in here somewhere...



Mark

 

[goosemaster]

The writing on the Pro Mac 700 bar states: McCulloch .375 P .050 gauge P/N 86846A YDW B30X 5137 Patented 1976. So; with that being said; what size file would I use on the chain? Thanks to anyone who replies.

 

[rwoods]

It is the chain that determines the file size. If you have a Stihl chain then use 13/64". I doubt you have the older MAC chain Mark mentioned so if you have anything other than Stihl go with the 7/32". Ron

 

[bob kern]

Too late to revive an old thread????
I have a pro Mac 700 and love it.
just picked up a “ professional 700”.
and difference except the shell??

 

[brycieb2]

I've been looking for a saw in the 70cc class and frankly, can't bring myself to spend the asking price on a new Echo CS-680, Stihl 440, or Husqvarna 372XP, all of which appear to be rated as "professional" saws. Instead, I'm looking used, old in fact, so I bought a Pro Mac 700 off CL for $40.

My question - is the Pro Mac 700 considered a professional saw? I don't want to get in a debate over the best saw, power to weight ratio, #1 selling saw of all time, no anti-vibe, etc. I've read plenty of opinions on this forum, and you know what they say about opinions.

I just want to know if an old Pro Mac 700 is worth rebuilding. It's been seized up pretty good, so it's going to need a new piston and rings and a few other bits. I figure I can probably get this thing going again for about another $100-125.

I'd also appreciate it if anyone can shed some light on the model nomenclature. When I did a search on Pro Mac 700, I found Acres site which indicates the saw was built between 77 and 88 and had breaker point ignition and a model number of 600061. The saw I have has a model number 600116-02. When I do a search, I get results indicating it was built between 82 and 92. I want to make sure that whatever parts I buy are the right parts.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I love my pm700. It’s as good as my 066 Stihl. I don’t worry about breaking it when I use it. It’s definitely all metal and loud af! But I love that muscle saw. I most definitely think it’s worthy of a rebuild. I hope you succeed and think you won’t regret it