Nik's Poulan Thread

[8433jeff]

More 3400 pics. This is not repainted, as far as I can tell. What I believe is the original bar and chain is on this saw, its a POULAN chain.
I may have taken the bar off for the first time since assembly. Least thats what I think, maybe you disagree.

Sprocket shows very little wear, on an oversprayed drum. If this was repainted, they did a fantastic job, and stamped the saw bottom with the quality control stamp.

The stickers on it are in great shape, save the one on the inside of the hand guard.

Note the paint on the adjuster, you can see I took it up some. Never knew there was a metal cover for these, always assumed it was plastic like on my 4000.

 

[OhioGregg]

Very nice 3400 Jeff:msp_thumbup: Looks like a match to the one that Mark H. posted earlier. I would say its all original from what I can see. Still has the paint on the cover screws etc. too. All the 3400 Poulans that I have seen, have the metal clutch cover, as well as the 3700's. All 4000's & 375-395 have plastic.

Yours looks to be an early model as well. Its great to see there are still some great condition, like new Poulans still out there floating around.


Gregg,

 

[8433jeff]

A few more. Please tell me your thoughts: A restoration somebody sold for very cheap, or did I stumble across an original?
Fuel lines and a carb kit, along with a new fuel filter, and it runs again. Was worried about the seals, but so far, everthings OK. Owner said it ran 2-3 years ago, but wouldn't start. No fuel in it, and the line was only in the tank a half inch. Oiler starting to free up, auto worked, manual a bit sticky, but getting better. No wood yet, maybe never for me.

Here you can see the inside of the hand guard, the sticker is folding up. It was used in pine, which I don't like, as the sap and resins are hard to remove.

Here you can see the stamp, and the lack of scratches. Sitting on a shelf, why would it get beat up?

Again, the lack of wear astounds me. The chain had been filed on, but very little. PO says it was his Dads, and he used it some, but not a lot.

 

[8433jeff]

Very nice 3400 Jeff:msp_thumbup: Looks like a match to the one that Mark H. posted earlier. I would say its all original from what I can see. Still has the paint on the cover screws etc. too. All the 3400 Poulans that I have seen, have the metal clutch cover, as well as the 3700's. All 4000's & 375-395 have plastic.

Yours looks to be an early model as well. Its great to see there are still some great condition, like new Poulans still out there floating around.


Gregg,

Gregg, the gray ones around here had plastic covers too. I'm far from an authority on these, just relating my experience. I actually see very few of this series, more gray than green, this was about two hours from me. I have often felt abused as a child for having to use a PM 600 series Mac instead of a 306A, and would now be an occupier or something like that if I had known about these back in the day.

If somebody really wants a nice example, speak up. I have a nice 4000 to use, which I really like, and while I won't give this one away, I can't keep a saw I won't use, either.

 

[homelitejim]

after a long week or two I finally got the 4900 on film.

[video=youtube;V4hbrlSE2gc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4hbrlSE2gc[/video]

 

[Nardoo]

Very nice 3400 Jeff:msp_thumbup: Looks like a match to the one that Mark H. posted earlier. I would say its all original from what I can see. Still has the paint on the cover screws etc. too. All the 3400 Poulans that I have seen, have the metal clutch cover, as well as the 3700's. All 4000's & 375-395 have plastic.

Yours looks to be an early model as well. Its great to see there are still some great condition, like new Poulans still out there floating around.


Gregg,

Hey Gregg,
We don't get too many Poulans down here but my 375 has a metal clutch cover. Still looking for a 4000.:msp_smile:

Al.

 

[OhioGregg]

Hey Gregg,
We don't get too many Poulans down here but my 375 has a metal clutch cover. Still looking for a 4000.:msp_smile:

Al.

Yes Al, I keep forgetting the ones with brakes on them, lol. I just don't see them here and forget about them. I didn't mention the Craftsman saws either. There are just so many ways these saws were outfitted, its hard to make a 100% statement about any of them. I think most of them had plastic covers. At least the red 3.7's that I have seen.

I only have two saws with brakes. My 385xp & Poulan Pro super 380. I suppose they have their purpose as a safety device. To me, they are more or less a nuisance. :biggrin:


Gregg,

 

[OhioGregg]

after a long week or two I finally got the 4900 on film.

[video=youtube;V4hbrlSE2gc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4hbrlSE2gc[/video]

The 4900 runs real good Jim.:msp_thumbsup: But, that is like sending a man to do a boys job on that log. :msp_razz:
When you get the chance to put it in some big wood & bury the bar, is when the bigger Poulans really shine.


Gregg,

 

[redunshee]

sears has a good one Sears: Online department store featuring appliances, tools, fitness equipment and more

I use mine all the time. often, just having that larger handle and the hardened bits does the job...

you can also spend twice as much for a klein ...

or you can pay half as much for a more plastic-ie harbor freight version Impact Screwdriver Set with Case

Do those things actually work? Wondering.
Bob

 

[HeRoze]

Do those things actually work? Wondering.
Bob

not sure of the harbor freight version, but the sears all-metal version works like a dream. For small stuff I work on, it is the best tool I have for breaking stuck fasteners. Usually the extra torque and grip are all that is needed. If more, the tool allows a LOT of control since it is powered by the user and the hammer in the user's other hand. It has even kept me out of the easy-out box a time or two.

The tool seems to have a couple of wedges inside it. when it is hit with a hammer the wedges collide, applying downward force on the fastener as well as rotational force. That is how I imagine it, anyhow.

For $20, pick one up at Sears and take it back if you don't like it. Pawn shops may have them too.

I have a hammer drill and such for larger fasteners.

 

[redunshee]

not sure of the harbor freight version, but the sears all-metal version works like a dream. For small stuff I work on, it is the best tool I have for breaking stuck fasteners. Usually the extra torque and grip are all that is needed. If more, the tool allows a LOT of control since it is powered by the user and the hammer in the user's other hand. It has even kept me out of the easy-out box a time or two.

The tool seems to have a couple of wedges inside it. when it is hit with a hammer the wedges collide, applying downward force on the fastener as well as rotational force. That is how I imagine it, anyhow.

For $20, pick one up at Sears and take it back if you don't like it. Pawn shops may have them too.

I have a hammer drill and such for larger fasteners.

Think I will. There are times I've had to use my elec. drill with screw head attachments to loosen screws. esp. case screws
Bob

 

[Chris J.]

I'm trying to tear down a Poulan 361 (Wright 136) to get some parts for AS members. If I'm understanding the IPL & SM (thanks, Mark!), it has to be disassembled to remove the P&C. Two things are stumping me.

1. The flywheel doesn't want to break free. In the past I've had good luck holding the FW while gently but firmly tapping the spindle &/or saw body with a rubber mallet. With this one I had to dig out my puller, using screws going into the holes for the pawls, but the FW ain't budging. I don't want to damage the pawl threads, and I don't have a puller with the pieces that go under the edge of the FW. I'm thinking some penetrating oil & heat might (hopefully!!) work.

2. The numerous small screws holding the case together don't want to give, & of course they are blade/slotted heads. I've been reading the recent posts in this thread, and will be trying the screwdriver in a vice grip and a hammer method since I don't have an impact tool (I need to find one that fits my nonexistent budget.....).

 

[jerrycmorrow]

Do those things actually work? Wondering.
Bob

oh yes. got one back in 72 when i rebuilt an old Honda 350. it is only limited by how much hammer you can hoist. works for small screws and large screws. you could prolly rig it up to accept a socket for use on nuts. 99% of the time it sits in my toolbox but when i need to break a screw free it happily complies. don't think you can wear one out either. course when you pass on your kids will look at it and think "wtf". lol

 

[nick 55]

Like Jerry said, it is a tool you probably won't use on a weekly basis, but when you do, you will be glad you have it. The reason I spent more money on mine is because it actually accepts a 3/8" drive socket. I just have a set of bits that fit the larger socket bit holder for screws.

Nick

 

[mweba]

Do those things actually work? Wondering.
Bob

I have the Lisle version of this tool. It gets frequent use. These come in very handy with the older equipment with large flat head screws.

 

[homelitejim]

The 4900 runs real good Jim.:msp_thumbsup: But, that is like sending a man to do a boys job on that log. :msp_razz:
When you get the chance to put it in some big wood & bury the bar, is when the bigger Poulans really shine.


Gregg,

All of my big stuff has been split and stacked for use in heating my home. I do have a call out for a much larger log in the 40" range but no luck yet.

 

[tomdcoker]

Do those things actually work? Wondering.
Bob

They work very well. I have had one for 20 + years and use it often.

I know this is not the swap meet thread, but I need an oil pump diaphram for a S25DA Poulan and my local supplier said they were NLA. If any one know of a supply of this item please let me know. Thanks Tom

 

[Modifiedmark]

They work very well. I have had one for 20 + years and use it often.

I know this is not the swap meet thread, but I need an oil pump diaphram for a S25DA Poulan and my local supplier said they were NLA. If any one know of a supply of this item please let me know. Thanks Tom

Yep NLA but there is one on ebay right now.

 

[tomdcoker]

Yep NLA but there is one on ebay right now.

Thanks Mark. I now have one on the way. Tom

 

[tomdcoker]

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