Nik's Poulan Thread

[redunshee]

Nevermind, :redface: SearsPartsDirect seems to be listing 2800 engine parts for *both* so either the 3.3 is really a 2800 or the SearsPartsDirect IPL is wrong... guess I'll have to pull plug&muff on both to measure stroke & bore to try to determine what either one is... that sucks moldy green donkey "whatevers"... :censored:

I think you will find that the crankshafts rue the same for the 2800,3000 and 3300. Only diff is the P&C. 2800 P&C part nos. are 530010864 and 530012155 and the 3300 is 530010986 and 530012200. I've converted several from 2800 to 3300.

 

[Eccentric]

If I think about it tomorrow, I'll drag the red 3.4 and the green 3.4 out for pics. The clutches are certainly different in appearance.

Good idea. I'll look at my parts saws tomorrow if I remember. One is a red 3.4 and the other is a green 3400. Both have the 'hex' later rear handle buffer spacers IIRC...........so they probably aren't early saws.

 

[hotshot]

Some of the IPL's for these saws mention that the 11625 clutch spider is a 'part change' (but don't mention the superceded part number). They also show that spider along with the chainbrake parts.........................and the illustration shows that spider as being somewhat offset (not flat). I'm wondering if the offset spider was needed to work with chainbrakes, and Poulan just changed the spider on all saws in that series.

A while ago I put an Australian market chainbrake clutch cover on a 3400 that I had for a while. The chainbrake band didn't seem to line up well with the clutch drum, and didn't grab it very well when the brake was engaged. I sold that 3400, but kept the chainbrake clutch cover and will be trying it on my 4000 soon. I'm eager to see if it works better on that saw. I also have two 3400 parts saws with clutches, and will eyeball the spiders on them to see if they're flat or offset...



The 253747/6119 seal is also used on both sides of an XL-12/SXL series Homelite, both sides of a XL-700/800/900 series Homelite (SXL-925, etc) as well as the FW side of the C/XP/2000 series large frame Homelites (1050, etc) and the PTO side of a 10-series McCulloch. Probably others too (in addition to the 3400-4000/PP375-395 Poulans and the Ropers)...

Thanks Aaron & Bob! It's my first Poulan of that series & I am quite impressed with the torque & handling.
A really simple design for working on all parts of the saw, but was surprised that the rings were only 0.024" thick.
I just bought a flat faced clutch from flea bay, but it would have been cheaper to buy a new depressed center
style OEM drum.

I'm now thinking that the Power Sharp versions of the Craftsman 3.7 (which this one is) all used that collared clutch/offset drum to clear the PS stone actuator button & tube, and then the non PS used the standard flat
faced clutch. The sprocket still aligns correctly with the bar, just the drum is offset to the right...Maybe for
more sideways balance!

 

[BigDaddyR]

Help with model# to find IPL with? Average compression on these?

New to me and blows 120 compression. P/c and rings look good.

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[redunshee]

Help with model# to find IPL with? Average compression on these?

New to me and blows 120 compression. P/c and rings look good.

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You've got an S25cva. 38Cc. Real strong saw. Compression might be a little low but it should run real well. Ipl for the the CVa is hard to find but other than the anti vibe feature its the same as the S25DA.

 

[machinisttx]

Help with model# to find IPL with? Average compression on these?

New to me and blows 120 compression. P/c and rings look good.

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The model number is in small print at the bottom of the decal on the recoil. I guess I'll work on getting the ones I have going today since my air filters finally came in. Crank seals are backordered.

 

[Modifiedmark]

Help with model# to find IPL with? Average compression on these?

New to me and blows 120 compression. P/c and rings look good.

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I have that IPL, PM me a email address and I'll head it your way when I get a chance.

 

[BigDaddyR]

I have that IPL, PM me a email address and I'll head it your way when I get a chance.

PM sent. Thanks compadre.


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[BigDaddyR]

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[DrTszap]

I think you will find that the crankshafts rue the same for the 2800,3000 and 3300. Only diff is the P&C. 2800 P&C part nos. are 530010864 and 530012155 and the 3300 is 530010986 and 530012200. I've converted several from 2800 to 3300.

Took the muffs off & 'pinched' a couple of bamboo skewers... SearsPartsCentral lists the wrong p/c for the 3.0 & 3.3 models! (Sears would sell the unsuspecting customer a downgrade to the 2.8/2800) Oh well, *I* think a $25 runner is still a good buy whether it's a 2800 or a 3300 *g*

 

[DrTszap]

While you have the clutch off to fix the 'stickyness'....................replace the crank seals. It's an easy job on these Micros. Betcha it cleans up your idle issues. 530019059 is the Poulan and Husqvarna # for the seals. Around $3.75 plus tax each from your local Husky dealer or online from a Poulan parts source. SKF#4913 will get you the same seals from your bearing house. May or may not be cheaper (or in stock).

Yeah, I'll do the seals when I replace the clutch (broken spring and since it's a fleabay saw I'm not chancing trying to repair the old clutch...) - seems to idle better w/o bar & chain so may be mostly just bogging down due to the clutch not releasing...

 

[Chris J.]

Thanks to those who suggested the Poulan Pro PP335 IPL for the Craftsman 3.3. I'll post some updates once I've given the saw a good go-over.

I've had reason to question some of the Craftsman OMs & IPLs, and some recent posts seem to confirm the info isn't always accurate .

 

[Modifiedmark]

Thanks to those who suggested the Poulan Pro PP335 IPL for the Craftsman 3.3. I'll post some updates once I've given the saw a good go-over.

I've had reason to question some of the Craftsman OMs & IPLs, and some recent posts seem to confirm the info isn't always accurate .

The IPL is only as accurate as the one your looking at. Remember a relabled saw might not have a exact match to Poulan model. I gave the info for using the pp335 ipl because it's the closest to some of the black Sears Best saws. Notice I said some of them as guys have reported there are some of those without chrome bores while some had chrome bores.

The Sears model number will show different for those also.

 

[PogoInTheWoods]

I'm lazy and have no patience for the search feature on AS, so I figure it'd be faster to just ask you guys if there's any love for the Poulan Pro 415.

Local guy has one reasonably priced and I'm wondering if it's worth the ride to check it out.

TIA for any input.

 

[brokenbudget]

I'm lazy and have no patience for the search feature on AS, so I figure it'd be faster to just ask you guys if there's any love for the Poulan Pro 415.

Local guy has one reasonably priced and I'm wondering if it's worth the ride to check it out.

TIA for any input.

you've left already right?

 

[rms61moparman]

you've left already right?

If you can get it bought right, they are a REAL strong saw for their cc!!!
They are a little heavy for "all around" work, but a bucking MONSTER they are!
Be sure to check the AV mounts closely. The flanges that the AV goes in are prone to break if it is used for an axe instead of a saw.

Here is one that a friend "fixed"!
I hope he doesn't mind me posting this.



Poulan Pro 415 after carb soaking - YouTube


Mike

 

[redunshee]

If you can get it bought right, they are a REAL strong saw for their cc!!!
They are a little heavy for "all around" work, but a bucking MONSTER they are!
Be sure to check the AV mounts closely. The flanges that the AV goes in are prone to break if it is used for an axe instead of a saw.

Here is one that a friend "fixed"!
I hope he doesn't mind me posting this.



Poulan Pro 415 after carb soaking - YouTube


Mike

Mike, nice saw. Isn't it a Jonsereds clone similar to the PP 475? Wood looked a little punky but it still ran great.

 

[dboyd351]

Poulan Pro 415 after carb soaking - YouTube


Mike

OMG that thing cuts!!!:msp_w00t:

 

[rms61moparman]

Mike, nice saw. Isn't it a Jonsereds clone similar to the PP 475? Wood looked a little punky but it still ran great.

Yes Bob, it is a J-red design.

415/425/445?/505 and a few others.


Mike

 

[PogoInTheWoods]

Pickin' it up in the morning.

Thanks fellas.

And an awesome video Mike. Ya didn't speed it up during editing and stuff, now did ya? Wow!