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[2broke2ride]

You are correct it is still a Roper, they are great saws, really strong. Parts should be easy enough to find, and the the 3.7's were 60cc high compression saws and congratulations on finding a ranger in good shape and the air filter intact! Normally they are broken.

The air filter cover does have one broken corner and there are a couple of cracks in the plastic clutch cover but all in all it's in really good shape. It runs really well and seems strong for what little I've used it. Gotta go help a friend with an 18" diameter pine that came down in a storm tomorrow so gonna take this along and put it through its paces.

 

[Drptrch]

Ford Chainsaw

http://fresno.craigslist.org/tls/6038849043.html

 

[Drptrch]

Little known fact... ford back in the 70s on thier camper special truck came with a little ford chainsaw under the hood. They were the little orline aircraft engine saws. They had bracketry that kept them on the inner fender.

http://fresno.craigslist.org/tls/6038849043.html

 

[2broke2ride]

The air filter cover does have one broken corner and there are a couple of cracks in the plastic clutch cover but all in all it's in really good shape. It runs really well and seems strong for what little I've used it. Gotta go help a friend with an 18" diameter pine that came down in a storm tomorrow so gonna take this along and put it through its paces.

So, I helped my buddy with his tree that was more like 20 inch diameter. Ran this saw almost exclusively. It really impressed me,!!!!!! It is still sporting its original 17" hard nose bar and it did everthing I asked it to. I dont think this saw was used much, it has hardly any paint missing and the plastic clutch cover and af cover are stjll 98% intact. I did decide it needs a carb kit so thats on order. A couple questions. Is the auto oiler the type that pressurizes the tank? And what is a good base setting for it? I was going through way more oil than gas and it would leave a puddle when I set it down unless I cracked the cap. I took the bar off for cleanup when I got home. It looms like a 10 series mac bar will fit this, can anyone confirm? It also has a rim setup on it that looks like it will fit the same small spline rims as a mac 10 series, havent taken it apart to confirm yet, if so, I have a 3/8 rim in stock.

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[2broke2ride]

Still shocked at the overall condition, look at the paint still on this saw yet!!!!

 

[67L36Driver]

So, I helped my buddy with his tree that was more like 20 inch diameter. Ran this saw almost exclusively. It really impressed me,!!!!!! It is still sporting its original 17" hard nose bar and it did everthing I asked it to. I dont think this saw was used much, it has hardly any paint missing and the plastic clutch cover and af cover are stjll 98% intact. I did decide it needs a carb kit so thats on order. A couple questions. Is the auto oiler the type that pressurizes the tank? And what is a good base setting for it? I was going through way more oil than gas and it would leave a puddle when I set it down unless I cracked the cap. I took the bar off for cleanup when I got home. It looms like a 10 series mac bar will fit this, can anyone confirm? It also has a rim setup on it that looks like it will fit the same small spline rims as a mac 10 series, havent taken it apart to confirm yet, if so, I have a 3/8 rim in stock.

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The Ropers used the pressurized tank system. And, yes loosen the cap when done.

Flow adjustment is on top on most of them.

Original 'Power Sharp' chain was .325 on them. Standard rim sprocket.

Yes, often found in nice shape. More than one homeowner ordered from the Sears catalog.

 

[Boomer 87]

Very nice saw, i dont know much about them as ive never ran one. I would guess itd run like a super xl or a 361 poulan

 

[Kensie1988]

Ford Chainsaw

http://fresno.craigslist.org/tls/6038849043.html

Wish I could find good stuff like this around me, but I wouldn't pay that for one lol

 

[Jackofall]

Today was little saw play day!





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[happysaws]

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Just wanted to show my completed (almost) Pioneer P25. I just need the side decals and I'm done. Runs beautifully and just got a fresh enamel coat. Color is off but close. NOS replacement EVERYTHING. It works like the day it was made.

Thanks to AcornHill for the advice, decals and felling dogs!


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http://m.ebay.com/itm/Pioneer-P25-V...uns-awesome-/132154491399?nav=WATCHING_ACTIVE

 

[Boomer 87]

Well i did some more milling today, short piece of i believe ash, also cut some firewood, @LonestarStihl would be pround i actually ran a stihl today , a 038 to be exact.

 

[Mac&Homelite]

Well i did some more milling today, short piece of i believe ash, also cut some firewood, @LonestarStihl would be pround i actually ran a stihl today , a 038 to be exact.

Hey, I'm proud you ran a Stihl. I got to run one too today but not in chainsaw form.

 

[Boomer 87]

However..... i ran my poulan pro 475 too that trumps the stihl lol, also ran the cs800p too its first full tank.

 

[Mac&Homelite]

Anyone work on any saws this weekend? I didn't do any serious work on mine, but I did finally build a stainless deflector for the ms361 dual port. Looks quite good and works even better than my previous attempt. For how small it was though, it sure was a nightmare to beat to shape, too small to work easily.

 

[Mac&Homelite]

However..... i ran my poulan pro 475 too that trumps the stihl lol, also ran the cs800p too its first full tank.

How you liking the Echo so far? Good amount of power, anti-vibe?

 

[Boomer 87]

Anti vibe is decent i dont pay alot of attention to that. Power is good and after a few tanks it should get stronger. Its a lower rpm saw ive got it tuned for 11k so its plenty heavy for break in and mill duty.

 

[Kensie1988]

Anyone work on any saws this weekend? I didn't do any serious work on mine, but I did finally build a stainless deflector for the ms361 dual port. Looks quite good and works even better than my previous attempt. For how small it was though, it sure was a nightmare to beat to shape, too small to work easily.

I threw new fuel lines in the 4000 to get it running, runs like crap so I need to rebuild the carb next, found that the super 660 inlet needle must be stuck open because I pulled on it today and gas came flooding from the exhaust. I'm also trying to get my P500 carb dialed in, not completely satisfied with it yet.

I ran my 3450 yesterday while my dad was running is 025, he watched me at the end of the day and admitted that my 3450 was a "damn good Saw" and he has always been a Stihl man lol

 

[LonestarStihl]

Well i did some more milling today, short piece of i believe ash, also cut some firewood, @LonestarStihl would be pround i actually ran a stihl today , a 038 to be exact.

I am proud of you. Probably the best saw you've run

 

[LonestarStihl]

I'm bout to have a saw sale going on guys. Decent amount of non running saws I'll be letting go for sure. Need the cash and don't have the time :/. Also have a few runners 2 of which are already on the TP.

 

[happysaws]

I'm bout to have a saw sale going on guys. Decent amount of non running saws I'll be letting go for sure. Need the cash and don't have the time :/. Also have a few runners 2 of which are already on the TP.