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Chris-PA
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Now That's More Like It!
But I did do some muffler work on it this morning. I took it off to look at the baffles, and I enlarged them and added a couple on the bottom (because I was leaving the screen in and wanted to have more access to the area on that side). I noticed that the original muffler had the same problem as the one I put on the 142, namely that the top edge of the inlet opening intrudes into the port by a good 0.090" or so at the top. I don't know if that was intentional, but I opened it up. I'm still running the screen and the one original outlet (opened up a bit).
The saw certainly sounds serious now, and it's perfectly happy pulling that chain.
One last thing if anyone has an early version like my Type 1, replace the muffler shield right away. The part that's formed around the outlet is weak and fatigue fails, allowing the exhaust to melt the brake. The replacement is different and stronger.
I don't want to hear any more about that cheap 46cc saw having no business with a 20" bar. The 20BPX made a world of difference, and the saw pulled it just fine thank you. I ran it through some ash and then cut up some nasty crotches from the white oak I've been working on. Those were at least full bar with plenty of knots and it cut quite quickly with no bogging. I'm not claiming it's a race saw, but it's far better than just adequate.
But I did do some muffler work on it this morning. I took it off to look at the baffles, and I enlarged them and added a couple on the bottom (because I was leaving the screen in and wanted to have more access to the area on that side). I noticed that the original muffler had the same problem as the one I put on the 142, namely that the top edge of the inlet opening intrudes into the port by a good 0.090" or so at the top. I don't know if that was intentional, but I opened it up. I'm still running the screen and the one original outlet (opened up a bit).
The saw certainly sounds serious now, and it's perfectly happy pulling that chain.
One last thing if anyone has an early version like my Type 1, replace the muffler shield right away. The part that's formed around the outlet is weak and fatigue fails, allowing the exhaust to melt the brake. The replacement is different and stronger.
rms61moparman
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In the words of the late great Ernest Tubb.........."And I'm glad that I can say I told you so"!
Mike
None of this surprise's me any.
Like I said, just a little muffler work on the 295 turned it into a very good saw.
John in MA
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Hello guys, long time no post. Question:
How crappy is a Poulan Pro 4218? I just ended up with one in an equipment deal. Looks almost like new, runs fine, has a real chain tensioner. I know it's a Wal-Mart saw, but I'm hoping it has some pedigree.
The newest saw I currently have is a monster Jonsereds 111 that's a real bear to use.
How crappy is a Poulan Pro 4218? I just ended up with one in an equipment deal. Looks almost like new, runs fine, has a real chain tensioner. I know it's a Wal-Mart saw, but I'm hoping it has some pedigree.
The newest saw I currently have is a monster Jonsereds 111 that's a real bear to use.
Sounds like a leaf blower.
The S.I.L.'s chainsaw visited for a quick chain touch up and air filter cleaning. Runs good despite the carb limiters. Oils like the Exxon Valdez. Yikes!
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Poulan 295?
Dumped his fuel as it likely was years and years old. Needs to have the muffler opened up so it sounds like a real saw.
I'd trade him my Frankensaw and put on a shorter bar with real saw chain.
The S.I.L.'s chainsaw visited for a quick chain touch up and air filter cleaning. Runs good despite the carb limiters. Oils like the Exxon Valdez. Yikes!
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Poulan 295?
Dumped his fuel as it likely was years and years old. Needs to have the muffler opened up so it sounds like a real saw.
I'd trade him my Frankensaw and put on a shorter bar with real saw chain.
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redunshee
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Its not a bad homeowners saw at 42cc. Its a strato saw which some do don't like but all in .all not a bad saw
Chris-PA
Where the Wild Things Are
It looks like the same thing as my 2775. How many names, colors and model number did they make this thing in? I can't tell what muffler it has on it, but it looks different from mine from what I can see. In the picture I posted of mine, the only thing I did to the outlet is to push in the inside edge a bit, it's pretty big as it came. It might be worth ordering one from a Type 1 2775. And I don't see why you'd need to change the bar, just put a loop of Oregon 20BPX on it (Tractor Supply had it).
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530069707 for the muffler kit
530047801 for the plate/shield
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Belive me, bo-zo is better off with the safety chain. The bar/chain kept getting loose but I think he has been using it as a machete on some bush.
Chris-PA
Where the Wild Things Are
LOL - Well, if it has 33SL on it it won't over tax the saw, but you do get bored waiting for it to do something.
rms61moparman
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Well By Golly I think I would too!!!
Reckon how many this seller has sold???
NEW Poulan Pro PP4620AVX 20-Inch 46cc 2-Cycle Gas-Power | eBay
Maybe a bunch of us need to pool our resources and corner the market!!!
Mike
Reckon how many this seller has sold???
NEW Poulan Pro PP4620AVX 20-Inch 46cc 2-Cycle Gas-Power | eBay
Maybe a bunch of us need to pool our resources and corner the market!!!
Mike
redunshee
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Aren't those like $229 at the hardware store??
That would be a good idea, Mike. Not a bad price for a homeowners saw!
Bob
I wonder if he'd trade me for my 380+about $200?
Chris-PA
Where the Wild Things Are
Muffler Mods for All the Poulans
After doing the Husky 142 and the 2775, I couldn't very well leave the old Craftsman alone. I had opened up the outlets behind the muffler a bit, but there is not much room for the gases to exit around the side. I peened the edge of the muffler back a bit to allow more clearance there and bent the aluminum shield out a little bit, but it's still pretty restrictive. So I added a small additional outlet on the side. The effect was not as dramatic as with the 2775 but it definitely helped.
After doing the Husky 142 and the 2775, I couldn't very well leave the old Craftsman alone. I had opened up the outlets behind the muffler a bit, but there is not much room for the gases to exit around the side. I peened the edge of the muffler back a bit to allow more clearance there and bent the aluminum shield out a little bit, but it's still pretty restrictive. So I added a small additional outlet on the side. The effect was not as dramatic as with the 2775 but it definitely helped.
8433jeff
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Shipping is both fast and free. Scroll down and the same saw is selling for $109 and change. Bet you pay the freight though.
HA, when I looked, there was a 4218 for $99 AND free shipping. What a maroon.
Postage isn't that bad on a chainsaw unless you live on the opposite side of the US.
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