Most beginners might have a common question on their minds: do drive links matter on chainsaw? Drive links matter on a chainsaw as they provide the counterbalance between the chain and the bar. This is important as it helps to ensure that the chain stays tight on the bar, which in turn helps to prevent…
If you are a chainsaw user, you may have experienced your chainsaw stalls when turned sideways. If yes, then you might be wondering why does it happen and how can you fix it? There are a few reasons why your chainsaw may stall when turned sideways. It could be because the saw is dirty, the…
Have some old chainsaw chains in your garage? Don’t know what to do with old chainsaw chains? Don’t worry at all, here are 18 cool DIY project ideas to help you recycle, repurpose and reuse them! I have listed these DIY projects based on their level of difficulty i.e., easy, medium, and hard. You can…
Let’s say the chain of your chainsaw broke and you are out here looking for a new one you can use as a replacement. You’ll probably ask yourself, can I use a Stihl chain on a Husqvarna saw? No, you can’t use a Stihl chain on a Husqvarna saw because of the differences in the…
You may have noticed that the chain of your chainsaw stretches over time. Have you ever wondered why do chainsaw chains stretch? Chainsaw chains are known for stretching out because of two primary causes. The first is thermal expansion as a result of friction, which causes it to stretch. Second, constant usage wears down the…
If you are a beginner you might probably wonder one thing: should a chainsaw smoke when cutting? No, a chainsaw shouldn’t smoke too much when cutting. However, it happens only when the bar oil is not reaching the chain bar or it is running low. As a result, smoke is produced due to excessive heating…
It’s a question that has probably crossed your mind at some point – how many watts does a table saw use? And the answer is, it depends. Typically table saws used in workshops have 2 hp motors that need 1725 watt power. Besides, saws with 1.5 hp motors need around 1450 watts. Moreover, portable table…
If you are working on a DIY project that requires tile cutting but you don’t have a proper tile cutter, you might be thinking about your table saw. But can you cut tile with a table saw? Yes, you can use your table saw to cut tiles however, it is not recommended due to two…
Due to the advancements in wireless technology, almost every power tool has a cordless version now. But the question is: are cordless miter saws worth it? Cordless miter saws are totally worth it due to their lightweight design and easy-to-use mechanism. Besides that, due to their battery-operated system, they can be used anywhere on the…
Table saws are of course one of the most powerful woodworking tools out there. However, the question is can you cut drywall with a table saw? A table saw can cut drywall provided that it is equipped with a thin kerf blade having a higher number of teeth. However, it is not an easy job…
Mufflers are a part of exhaust systems that exist on various types of machinery such as chainsaws and vehicles. But sometimes you might be wondering “Will a chainsaw run without a muffler”? A chainsaw will run perfectly without a muffler but using it without the muffler is not recommended for two main reasons. Firstly, the…
You might already know how important chainsaw bar oil is if you use a chainsaw. You might wonder can I use regular oil for chainsaw bar? Regular oil can be used effectively as a lubricant for chainsaw bars. It is because chainsaw bar oil isn’t rated by SAE Rating, unlike traditional motor oil. While summer…
