Nik's Poulan Thread

[Perk]

Thanks for the hint!!! Poulan 245 Carb Mod

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/182734.htm


This is on the main page. He's a n00b. Figured I'd bring it here so he can get some help.

WoodChuck'r sent me here to figure out why I couldn't tune my "new" Poulan 245. I had been thinking that I had an air leak, as I had rebuilt the carb and replaced the fuel lines. I had mentioned that I was not able to use the traditional tuning method where we tune at Idle and enrich , and then tune at WOT and enrich - my saw would nor "Lean Out" out of the wood. So I cut a new carb-to-crank gasket and adjusted and reseated the reed valves - no better.

In the post that directed me here, mention was made of the fact that the 245 has a Governed carb, and that I might not be able to tune it out of the wood. When I searched on Governed carb I found a long tread that discussed the issue and following the suggestions made a simple carb mod which allowed me to tune the saw.

You Guys Are the best.

 

[Stihl-Pioneer]

When did Poulan change the P in Pro

I was wondering if anyone knows when exactly Poulan changed the P in Pro from the Pioneer tree to a regular P. I suspect somewhere around 1999-2000. I have a '98 which has the tree in the P. I have a '01 which is like the P used today. Any idea why they changed?

 

[Eccentric]

WoodChuck'r sent me here to figure out why I couldn't tune my "new" Poulan 245. I had been thinking that I had an air leak, as I had rebuilt the carb and replaced the fuel lines. I had mentioned that I was not able to use the traditional tuning method where we tune at Idle and enrich , and then tune at WOT and enrich - my saw would nor "Lean Out" out of the wood. So I cut a new carb-to-crank gasket and adjusted and reseated the reed valves - no better.

In the post that directed me here, mention was made of the fact that the 245 has a Governed carb, and that I might not be able to tune it out of the wood. When I searched on Governed carb I found a long tread that discussed the issue and following the suggestions made a simple carb mod which allowed me to tune the saw.

You Guys Are the best.

Happy to help. Welcome aboard!

 

[WoodChuck'r]

WoodChuck'r sent me here to figure out why I couldn't tune my "new" Poulan 245. I had been thinking that I had an air leak, as I had rebuilt the carb and replaced the fuel lines. I had mentioned that I was not able to use the traditional tuning method where we tune at Idle and enrich , and then tune at WOT and enrich - my saw would nor "Lean Out" out of the wood. So I cut a new carb-to-crank gasket and adjusted and reseated the reed valves - no better.

In the post that directed me here, mention was made of the fact that the 245 has a Governed carb, and that I might not be able to tune it out of the wood. When I searched on Governed carb I found a long tread that discussed the issue and following the suggestions made a simple carb mod which allowed me to tune the saw.

You Guys Are the best.

Glad we could help ya out d00d.

Welcome to AS. Welcome to CAD.

 

[OhioGregg]

I know you guys are probably getting sick of my old Poulan & wood cutting pics. But, here's another day in the woods with a green saw. Couple of weeks ago I used my 245A for the first time, actually doing work..LOL Today I decided to give the 4200 a work out. I have used it occasionally before. The more I use this series of Poulans, the more they are becoming my favorites, at least on good size wood.

The 4200 & 5200 are a little heavy for some...But I say, suck it up! Most of us older guys are carrying around 50lbs. of extra dead weight around above are belts anyway. We can handle it. LOL This was a 22" Ash. I cut till the saw ran out of gas. And so did I, after busting them up with sledge. Got more work to do, but its raining now.

Gregg,

 

[OhioGregg]

Gregg,

 

[FATGUY]

awesome pics Gregg!

 

[HeRoze]

Gregg,

love this pic; the ++ camber on the wheels is awesome. use tools like you stole 'em - good man.

and you get my respect for splitting and loading that sucker up, too.

 

[jerrycmorrow]

i'm betting those top two pieces prolly had somethin to say about going atop the others. prolly looked like a good time to stop and take a break.

 

[rms61moparman]

I know you guys are probably getting sick of my old Poulan & wood cutting pics. But, here's another day in the woods with a green saw. Couple of weeks ago I used my 245A for the first time, actually doing work..LOL Today I decided to give the 4200 a work out. I have used it occasionally before. The more I use this series of Poulans, the more they are becoming my favorites, at least on good size wood.

The 4200 & 5200 are a little heavy for some...But I say, suck it up! Most of us older guys are carrying around 50lbs. of extra dead weight around above are belts anyway. We can handle it. LOL This was a 22" Ash. I cut till the saw ran out of gas. And so did I, after busting them up with sledge. Got more work to do, but its raining now.




Gregg,

This isn't the Mac or Homelite thread!!!


We don't get tired of working Poulan pics!!!LOL


Mike

 

[Modifiedmark]

Gregg, that second Picture of the saw sitting on the log next to the stump is perfect. You should put it in the chainsaws picture thread.

I disagree a little on the heavy thing though, yeah the 4200 is a little bit heavy for 69cc but it cuts like more then its size. Not many 70cc saws from 1975 that are lighter either.



The 5200 at 16.5 lbs is pretty darn good for 85cc .

 

[zogger]

carb thread

WoodChuck'r sent me here to figure out why I couldn't tune my "new" Poulan 245. I had been thinking that I had an air leak, as I had rebuilt the carb and replaced the fuel lines. I had mentioned that I was not able to use the traditional tuning method where we tune at Idle and enrich , and then tune at WOT and enrich - my saw would nor "Lean Out" out of the wood. So I cut a new carb-to-crank gasket and adjusted and reseated the reed valves - no better.

In the post that directed me here, mention was made of the fact that the 245 has a Governed carb, and that I might not be able to tune it out of the wood. When I searched on Governed carb I found a long tread that discussed the issue and following the suggestions made a simple carb mod which allowed me to tune the saw.

You Guys Are the best.

Howdy! I have one of those saws as well, and would appreciate that link you found. Thanks in advance and happy cutting!

 

[OhioGregg]

Gregg, that second Picture of the saw sitting on the log next to the stump is perfect. You should put it in the chainsaws picture thread.

I disagree a little on the heavy thing though, yeah the 4200 is a little bit heavy for 69cc but it cuts like more then its size. Not many 70cc saws from 1975 that are lighter either.



The 5200 at 16.5 lbs is pretty darn good for 85cc .

Mark, I don't say they are to heavy. I like em. But, I have heard that complaint from younger whipper snappers that only know modern plastic saws..LOL The dang wood is what gets heavy for me...:msp_ohmy:


Gregg,

 

[OhioGregg]

This isn't the Mac or Homelite thread!!!


We don't get tired of working Poulan pics!!!LOL


Mike

I'll remember that Mike! lol Its funny, I dropped the tree, and made a few bucking cuts. Then thought, I should take a few pics. So went back up to the house and got my camera. (took a coffee break too). Forgot to take a tri-pod, so didn't try a video. I havn't had much luck trying to post videos anyway, since they changed some stuff on AS.


Gregg,

 

[tomdcoker]

Wizard 114/ Poulan Micro 25 SD

I have one of the Wizard saws and the plug that operated the oil pump is bad. I have repaired one before, but I failed on this one. Please let me know if there is a place that I can buy one. My supplier said that there were NLA. Thanks for any help. Tom

 

[tilenick]

carb governor

http://http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/109535.htm
I think, if I did it right this link is the one that explained the carb mod to me and helped with my 306A thanks again mark.

 

[Nardoo]

Gregg, those pictures are magnificent. I cannot believe how lush your countryside looks - boy you would be surprised at the dry environment we usually cut in. Is that a TEA 20? Man I love those little tractors. I had one for years - did all the early work around my place with one using the Ferguson rear scoop, grader blade, jib and ripper. Stupid me, I sold it recently but my FIL still has the one I got him 30 years ago. It will come home to me some day.
That 4200 is a perfect firewood saw. And it has the looks! Who cares about weight anyway, once you put them up on the log they sit fine. Keep posting those Poulan pics - it makes me want to get on to my 4200 project but I have to be patient and wait for the parts.

Al.

 

[turtle561]

pp 415 POULAN PRO 415 CHAINSAW

 

[Nardoo]

Gregg, your 4200 is so pretty clean I am sorry to post this, but would you agree this is the worst example of extreme violence and neglect of a beautiful machine?

No matter what I do it will always be an ugly child. (Just as well the the bore and piston are pristine!)

Al.

 

[OhioGregg]

Gregg, those pictures are magnificent. I cannot believe how lush your countryside looks - boy you would be surprised at the dry environment we usually cut in. Is that a TEA 20? Man I love those little tractors. I had one for years - did all the early work around my place with one using the Ferguson rear scoop, grader blade, jib and ripper. Stupid me, I sold it recently but my FIL still has the one I got him 30 years ago. It will come home to me some day.
That 4200 is a perfect firewood saw. And it has the looks! Who cares about weight anyway, once you put them up on the log they sit fine. Keep posting those Poulan pics - it makes me want to get on to my 4200 project but I have to be patient and wait for the parts.

Al.

Thanks Al, That tractor is 1950 Ford 8N. Close though! LOL One of my grandfathers had a TO-20. I think the TO designation was for the American built Fergies. The European built ones were TE. If I remember right.

And, Yes..The Poulans will be getting worked hard in the next month or so. Plenty of opportunity to take pics. LOL
The leaves were falling heavily today. Especially when that big Ash came down through the canopy.


Gregg,