Nik's Poulan Thread

[Showme]

I believe I have a coil that you are welcome to. I can check tomorrow to see if its ok if you would like.

That would be great. A coil is needed for sure. Thanks.

 

[Modifiedmark]

I have now (very recently) started using factory Sthil weedeater gas line for impulse lines on these saws. I know it's almost blasphemey but it is what it is. Black in color, comes in a 1 meter package, very stiff and seems to be a very good sub. I've got a package in the shop and will post a part number later today, don't feel like walking out there at 0530 this morning,


Google is your friend...stihl part number is 00009302803

STIHL 3/32 FUEL LINE MADE FOR TODAYS FUELS 38" 044 MS460 029 MS250 00009302803 | eBay

I have been useing Echo line from Edge and Engine and is probably the same type stuff. In fact I seen yesterday I need to get some more soon. I'll be calling Kyle.

I dont know who that seller is on ebay and he has alot of parts that I would like to buy but at this point I refuse to buy anything from him.

He is way high on everything. Some things are current part #'s and he is way above list price even on those. You will also find he ends up dropping the price on things after a long time and he's done "fishing" for a sucker.

No thanks....

 

[barneyrb]

I have been useing Echo line from Edge and Engine and is probably the same type stuff. In fact I seen yesterday I need to get some more soon. I'll be calling Kyle.

I dont know who that seller is on ebay and he has alot of parts that I would like to buy but at this point I refuse to buy anything from him.

He is way high on everything. Some things are current part #'s and he is way above list price even on those. You will also find he ends up dropping the price on things after a long time and he's done "fishing" for a sucker.

No thanks....

I was just using that as a reference, I buy it locally for ~$4 I think.....

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I have been useing Echo line from Edge and Engine and is probably the same type stuff. In fact I seen yesterday I need to get some more soon. I'll be calling Kyle.

I dont know who that seller is on ebay and he has alot of parts that I would like to buy but at this point I refuse to buy anything from him.

He is way high on everything. Some things are current part #'s and he is way above list price even on those. You will also find he ends up dropping the price on things after a long time and he's done "fishing" for a sucker.

No thanks....

It sure helps to know what stuff is supposed to cost. When you figure shipping into it you can usually buy locally cheaper, except at Stihl dealer..

 

[Modifiedmark]

I was just using that as a reference, I buy it locally for ~$4 I think.....

I figured as much, just wanted to point out that seller to the rest of the Poulan guys.

 

[scottr]

Kerf

I have that same saw, and with a muffler mod and properly tuned it cuts quite well. I have the 20" bar on it and it has no trouble pulling it at all - I keep reading that it can't, but it does anyway.

What chain are you running? If you still have the 33SL on it, then get a loop of 20BPX and see what you think. I eventually ground off all the shark fin bumpers on the 33SL and got it sharpened properly, but it's still barely as fast as the 20BPX.

Hey Chris, I haven't seen a 20BPX chain but wonder if the cutter is about the same width as the 33 chain also are the depth gauges set the same on the 20BPX and 33 chains ?

 

[Kostas]

I have been useing Echo line from Edge and Engine and is probably the same type stuff. In fact I seen yesterday I need to get some more soon. I'll be calling Kyle.

I dont know who that seller is on ebay and he has alot of parts that I would like to buy but at this point I refuse to buy anything from him.

He is way high on everything. Some things are current part #'s and he is way above list price even on those. You will also find he ends up dropping the price on things after a long time and he's done "fishing" for a sucker.

No thanks....

I agree.Very expencive seller.I asked from him a coil and a muffler for my 306A(he has listed a lot of parts for 306 on eBay) and he asked 50$ for the coil and 25$ for the muffler + shipping to Greece.I refused to give almost 100$ for these two parts.The price for the muffler its almost ok but i think that 50$ for the coil is too much.He said that these are obsolete parts and that is the reason for the prices.

 

[nick 55]

Hey Chris, I haven't seen a 20BPX chain but wonder if the cutter is about the same width as the 33 chain also are the depth gauges set the same on the 20BPX and 33 chains ?

Scott, I don't have a 33 chain to compare BPX to, but I just measured 20BPX at 4.0mm or .164" wide. Rakers should be .025" down on it also. Hope this helps a little bit.

Nick

 

[redunshee]

I figured as much, just wanted to point out that seller to the rest of the Poulan guys.

He is high on his prices. Made an offer on a clutch cover which he didn't accept but did after it expired.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I agree.Very expencive seller.I asked from him a coil and a muffler for my 306A(he has listed a lot of parts for 306 on eBay) and he asked 50$ for the coil and 25$ for the muffler + shipping to Greece.I refused to give almost 100$ for these two parts.The price for the muffler its almost ok but i think that 50$ for the coil is too much.He said that these are obsolete parts and that is the reason for the prices.

I think the 245 and the 2z463 Daytons are the same thing, there's some on 'the bay right now.

 

[Wagnerwerks]

Tygon's not suitable for impulse lines. It can't handle the temps, and is too 'squishy' for the vac/pressure pulses. Factory impulse line, and good high temperature automotive vacuum line are the ticket here.

Good to know. Thanks for the seriously fast 3 responses. LOL. I was using the same line for all, but will find an alternative asap.

All I have that small right now is purasil vac line and braided German diesel injector return line.....

 

[racer1970]

my new/old 306a

just got this from a friend was not running, put in new fuel lines and filter cleaned carb not rebuilt... but may... and it runs see link to video... sorry for the sound quality.... now a good cleaning and new bar and chain I am thinking of a 20-24 inch bar for a big saw... let me know what you think.... Also where can I find a bucking spike and how do you mount it?

Poulan 306a - YouTube

 

[Eccentric]

just got this from a friend was not running, put in new fuel lines and filter cleaned carb not rebuilt... but may... and it runs see link to video... sorry for the sound quality.... now a good cleaning and new bar and chain I am thinking of a 20-24 inch bar for a big saw... let me know what you think.... Also where can I find a bucking spike and how do you mount it?

Poulan 306a - YouTube

Bucking spike mounts onto the clutch cover with two screws. Part number is 53002378. It's obsolete however. I got a used spike on feebay a little while ago. I'd put an 18" or 20" bar on it. That's a strong 61cc saw, but it doesn't need a longer bar than that. An Oregon D176 mount bar works fine, and is still available new.

 

[scottr]

Scott, I don't have a 33 chain to compare BPX to, but I just measured 20BPX at 4.0mm or .164" wide. Rakers should be .025" down on it also. Hope this helps a little bit.

Nick

Thanks Nick, my 33 chain is used (cutter length is filed back to .239" length) but has a .159" width cutter. Maybe Kostas will ring in with his .325" pitch Stihl chain cutter width.

 

[Eccentric]

I have been useing Echo line from Edge and Engine and is probably the same type stuff. In fact I seen yesterday I need to get some more soon. I'll be calling Kyle.

I dont know who that seller is on ebay and he has alot of parts that I would like to buy but at this point I refuse to buy anything from him.

He is way high on everything. Some things are current part #'s and he is way above list price even on those. You will also find he ends up dropping the price on things after a long time and he's done "fishing" for a sucker.

No thanks....

He lists NOS parts for big money. When his auctons run out he doesn't relist the parts either. I had some of his listings in my watch list (mostly 25CVA AV mounts and some 200/300 series gaskets). All ended and gone now, without anyone buying them. He also has a Craftsman 2.1A listed TWICE, for two different crazy prices. Same pictures, and same serial numbers...


eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices
USED VINTAGE SEARS / POULAN 2.1A / S25 CHAINSAW WITH A 14" BAR & CHAIN L@@K NICE | eBay

 

[joe25DA]

He lists NOS parts for big money. When his auctons run out he doesn't relist the parts either. I had some of his listings in my watch list (mostly 25CVA AV mounts and some 200/300 series gaskets). All ended and gone now, without anyone buying them. He also has a Craftsman 2.1A listed TWICE, for two different crazy prices. Same pictures, and same serial numbers...


eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices
USED VINTAGE SEARS / POULAN 2.1A / S25 CHAINSAW WITH A 14" BAR & CHAIN L@@K NICE | eBay

he also doesnt know much about what hes selling cause that 2.1 is no S25.

 

[Eccentric]

he also doesnt know much about what hes selling cause that 2.1 is no S25.

Yep. He ain't alone there though. I see that error made all the time on feebay...:bang:

 

[wendell]

Looking at those items, isn't that where Calvin is from?

 

[DSS]

Looking at those items, isn't that where Calvin is from?

Yes, but I understand Calvin's in Witchita or somewhere getting his groove on.

 

[wendell]

Yes, but I understand Calvin's in Witchita or somewhere getting his groove on.

Maybe he bought out Calvin's inventory?