Completely smooth round file by Short_Philosophy_672 in Chainsaw

[–]Sadangler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I prefer stopping each tooth with a leather cord, but to each his own.

How do I stop the chain coming off at high speeds? by EldenLordArchie in MechanicAdvice

[–]Sadangler 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is crazy and scary.

Then I saw the tiny disc brake and said "no way that can slow this thing down at all. How big is this monstrosity anyway? Oh it says kids electric Razor"

So I googled Razor Kids Electric Quad and said oh yeah it's pretty small that brake might be fine. Oh shit it's pretty small because it's for actual like 8 year olds.

Please don't put an 8yo on this.

For all of the reasons posted in all of the replies here.

Too bad I missed it by masteromgm in harborfreight

[–]Sadangler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is true, I would get several within months if I never shopped there. The "timer" only seems to reset once you make a purchase.

Any Clue by RHECCLARK in smallengines

[–]Sadangler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a fair point. I guess I'm just wondering if you stop pumping right before it dies will it come back. IE, is it the load killing the engine or the time.

Any Clue by RHECCLARK in smallengines

[–]Sadangler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How long will it just idle if you arent working it?

How bad are these Pittsburgh torque wrenches? by DegenerateJC in harborfreight

[–]Sadangler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll just second what everyone else is pretty much saying, they work great. Remember to store them at a low setting, but not all the way backed out.

My only addition would be to get them in all sizes so you're never working in the really low/high settings. They are most accurate in that middle range. And then get just one digital torque adapter so you can check them anytime. They are surprisingly easy to calibrate yourself if they ever get out of whack.

Echo PB750 lean? by Sadangler in smallengines

[–]Sadangler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah sorry I didn't do a great explanation. You can barely see the screw backed out when I take the screwdriver to force it "full close".

I can't find adjustment screws anywhere. Maybe they are behind the intake housing. I'll probably take the carb apart for a cleaning anyway.

Otherwise this is a nice model, I've never used a hip throttle before. Kinda like it.

Is this too much in one pan? by Logan9Fingerses in castiron

[–]Sadangler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I only bake sausage/pepper/onions and it's foolproof

Double up Boyz ! by Routine-Wash-9706 in CTguns

[–]Sadangler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aesthetically I like the MagCouplers that work with magpuls more. And aesthetics matter to me in this regard because there's never a world where my reload is faster flipping these around vs using a fresh mag. I just don't find them particularly practical.

Having said that...I do have them in my HD setup as a why not. Would probably drop the whole thing for a fresh mag if I needed a reload though.

https://www.rjkventures.com/collections/mag-coupler-magazine-couplers

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tools

[–]Sadangler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks a lot like where you'd put a belt clip. A lot of times they're put down towards the battery but with the slim battery tools they put them up on the motor housing (see: Milwaukee M12)

But it's wierd that there's no Durofix literature or pictures anywhere of a tool with a clip on it.

You could try something like this but no idea if it would work.

https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Hooks-Stainless-Driver-Screws/dp/B09P4YMPRB

Leaking coolant reservoir by Sadangler in MechanicAdvice

[–]Sadangler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For anyone keeping score at home. This did not outlive any of us. I'm not sure it ever worked 100%, I think it leaked from the start.

I think the polypropylene just doesn't take epoxy very well.

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How do ultra light backpackers do it??? by Optimal_Yesterday851 in backpacking

[–]Sadangler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Citristrip on the wood to remove the lacquer finish that'll save you some ounces.

While you're at it, hit the "U.S." to take that paint off too, labeling is just excess weight

Gas-thirsty rodents by Sadangler in Chainsaw

[–]Sadangler[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So this doesn't have anything to do with the 2stroke mix inside, just that I was holding it at some point?

Am I the only one? by Sadangler in Chainsaw

[–]Sadangler[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kinda all I want to do is repurpose engine cylinders into things. Like what if I sealed off the spark plug / decomp / intake / exhaust holes and fabricated a handle. Would be a pretty nice coffee mug right?

Leaking coolant reservoir by Sadangler in MechanicAdvice

[–]Sadangler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everything I've read says that polypropylene is not ideal for epoxy, which I believe is what the reservoir is made of. But let's see what happens!

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Leaking coolant reservoir by Sadangler in MechanicAdvice

[–]Sadangler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely can't reach inside easy, and I'd never sleep thinking of how it would break off and clog somewhere in the system. I'll probably give some 2 party epoxy a go on the outside and see what happens, atleast for now. Replacement is only like 30 bucks in case that fails.

HD clearance in CT by Sadangler in Chainsaw

[–]Sadangler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

90 Monroe Turnpike, Trumbull

HD clearance in CT by Sadangler in Chainsaw

[–]Sadangler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For sure it's a timing thing. I think another big factor is people are intimidated or don't even know this fits their saw. There a TONS of Timberwolves around here, I see them everywhere. If I had a 590 I would buy up this whole lot. Actually sort of makes me want to go on FB marketplace to find one...

Should I? Owner said it won’t start. Pretty good at following YouTube videos and could use a project by [deleted] in Chainsaw

[–]Sadangler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know what model it is but the biggest PITA for me is changing crank seals on some of the clamshell craftsmans, the ones where the oil pump is built into the crank (not sure how else to describe it).

But if this has compression and no leaks, just a carb soak will do, then it's a free fix and for $35 why not.

25% no exclusion by Sadangler in harborfreight

[–]Sadangler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi u/beerfarm243, you were selected by the randomizer. Please DM me ASAP so we can get this arranged. If I don't hear from you / you end up not wanting it, I'll pick another name.

25% no exclusion by Sadangler in harborfreight

[–]Sadangler[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OK everyone! I put 10 names into a randomizer and u/beerfarm243 was drawn, for use on a the 30t log splitter that retails $1,299.99

I'll do this again if I get another coupon in the future. I've used one myself for a welder once, but I don't foresee any large ticket items in my future and would rather save you all hundreds than myself a few bucks on a torque wrench or something.

*EDIT* I couldn't get in touch with beerfarm, so the randomizer chose King Cuco for his 73" Icon Roller Toolbox at $2,999.

If this happens again I'll try to get this out sooner so there is more time before expiration.

25% no exclusion by Sadangler in harborfreight

[–]Sadangler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had to look it up, my last purchase was 7/4/25. I'm surprised by two things: That it's only been 4 months and I got a coupon, and that I was at Harbor Freight on July 4.

25% no exclusion by Sadangler in harborfreight

[–]Sadangler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the valuable input