Craftsman S165 Chainsaw Once Over

[@steveriggenbach90]

A ton of great info. Can be used on any saw.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Hey, Scott! First time seeing the pull cord pulled out a little while using an impact to tighten the clutch. If I can ever afford an impact I’ll have to remember that! 😉🔧👍

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Good to see your name pop up in the comments. I was just wondering where you've been.

[@robertstanciu4104]

Hey Scott. What part number it’s the plastic/rubber tool you’re using to undo the spark plug, I think that’s very handy to have. Thanks

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Search Thexton spark plug installer.

[@dongross9439]

My S145 dies when I throttle up. The fuel line in the tank is black soft rubber, and is collapsed. I searched for a video, and can't find one that replaces fuel lines on the S145/S165 42CC. I tore into it, and discovered there is an in-line connector inside the tank on the outgoing line. I've never seen a mention of this on any video or written procedure. There's a plate below the carb and above the fuel line entry into the tank, and I don't know if I can or how to remove it. I managed to disconnect the line from the carb and pull it back into the tank enough to replace the collapsed section of fuel line, but it would be nice if there was a video that actually replaced these fuel lines in their entirety.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

I'll keep that in mind for the next time one comes over my bench. Thanks for watching!

[@edbartlett6348]

I have a stihl ms 170 I noticed the air filter is felt and lets is a ton of fines..not much I can do about it the cover does not go on very tightly

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Is the cover latch worn out?

[@steveriggenbach90]

Learning methods of installing impeller. Normally use 1/4 impact. Don’t have a strap wrench. How do you hold to torque to 25 lb ft. Thanks.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Rope in the cylinder as a piston stop should work.

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@TheGreasyShopRag OMG. Duhh. Ii do that all the time to take clutches off. Rope and plastic stops in tool box. Thanks

[@JackieJenkinsredneckphotos]

Okay asking about the same chainsaw I have one it's my favorite, it stopped oiling. I'm not too bad at repairing things, but I'm not sure I want to replace the oil pump on this chainsaw, single mom full-time job but we do burn wood in the winter and I cut it myself I'm a little intimidated about the clutch thing

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

The clutch removal is the hardest part of the job. The threads are reversed so remember that. When it comes off there's a fair chance it will come apart and that spring can be a pain in the butt. You could buy a new assembled clutch for about $14. The oil pump and worm gear are about $16. Good luck.

[@dongross9439]

@@TheGreasyShopRag I noticed the reverse direction when it was being removed, and had to back up the video to confirm. That's a good thing to always emphasize when working on that. I found a written procedure that mentioned clockwise when loosening, but they did not particularly emphasize that point. Of course it makes perfect sense when observing the clockwise rotation of the chain.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@dongross9439 Some clutches are also marked with the word "off" and an arrow.

[@tedneitzel]

Guess it has to run if we need it!

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Thats a big 10-4.

[@steveriggenbach90]

Please dbl check my value of 25 lb ft. Used a plastic stop and tried 15 lbs. never got that high, released pressure and the stop flew out. Tried rope too. Would hate to damage someone’s saw. Thanks.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Tell me again what you are tightening.

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@TheGreasyShopRag 125b impeller. Found another value for chainsaws of 27.5 nm (20.284 ft lb). Always used 1/4 impact. Don’t have a feel for torque yet. Used it on other stuff with success.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@steveriggenbach90 that seems like alot

[@MrsSunshine75]

Who makes the Craftsman chainsaw?

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

These days I think its MTD

[@williambray4134]

I modded one of those filters.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

What was your mod?

[@williambray4134]

@@TheGreasyShopRag I'm working on a MTD chainsaw right now. I noticed fines inside the air filter, and carb throat. I cut the mesh screen sections out. Trimmed a foam lawnmower filter element, and metal screen for over the carb throat to fit inside the plastic filter body.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@williambray4134 Sounds like a good idea.

[@chrischiampo7647]

Aaaaaaa 😀😎👍🏼

[@steveriggenbach90]

Husqvarna 125b impeller torque. 13.6 to 16.3 nm. 10-12 lb ft. FINALLY a more sensible value.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Ya thats way less ugga duggas.

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@TheGreasyShopRag sorry by the way for calling the flywheel an impeller. Worked around both for years.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@steveriggenbach90 I suspected we weren't talking about the same part.

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@TheGreasyShopRag thanks for not calling out my brain fart. Lol. Thanks for all the help. Take care.

[@andybecker2693]

Those nylon mesh filters are pretty much useless unless you’re cutting ice or in wet conditions. Even when sealing properly the dirt gets right through that filter. I’m not saying to buy a $1500 chain saw but don’t buy these cheap Chinesium box store saws unless you’re going to use it once.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

I agree. Good filter er no, the typical homeowner that never had a saw will use it, store it and come back to it months later with fuel problems.