HOW TO TUNE THE CARBURETOR ON THAT OLD CHAIN SAW

TUNING YOUR CARBURETOR ON YOUR OLD CHAIN SAW IS THE SAME AS A NEW CHAIN SAW I TUNE IT IN THE WOOD IN THIS VIDEO

[@joshuajohnson4396]

I had to get my 13year old son to help me hold my 1-43 mac and I tell you. I was on the front porch and when it fired up I looked around and I saw my 15year old daughter standing at the bottom of the steps so I turned the saw off to see what was going on and it was so loud he ran inside the house and she ran outside the house. I laughed my butt off. I don't know what the old boy did to it when he rebuilt it but all he said was he had about 600bucks in the engine and it has so much compression I can pick it up by the cord and not drag it across the floor. I love it. Thanks Buckin for inspiring us to do cool things

[@jwit76]

I'll go to the grave loving my Stihl saws, but there's something very special about a plaid clad gent running machines from the 70s, I mean at the end if the day, nothing beats old school in this digital age.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

YOU SPEAK TRUTH FRIEND

[@Johnrider1234]

I own 9 stihl. And one beast stihl. And two fuel injected 500. Coming

[@AP-ow5vu]

@@Johnrider1234 Stihl's are for people who lack character.

[@dadgamer24]

I can tell you after logging hardwood in the south that the 500i are man killers.. they lock up to much and lack far too much power compared to the 572 576 and the even the 372xp I found after using a number of saws if your going to go sthil I would really go with the ms 462 had far better performance in the wood and was also noticeably lighter in weight .. but honestly anymore after falling hard wood for the last few years that the 390xp and the 395xp are probably some of the best saws in the world… not telling you what to choose there are a lot of good saws from all company’s in the world out there really depends on size of wood your cutting just be leery with the 500i… it’s put two of my friends in the ground… and have heard of several more loggers here in the south having major issues with them that has caused some serious harm to the operator.. Sthils make some really good saws and there are a lot of better choices out there then the 500i

[@ralphfrench2924]

Stihl for me too , love them 👍🏼

[@mikeallred4390]

Brother , you are an absolute legend. I thank God I came across your KZbin channel. Ive watched many of your videos now. You are a great man.

[@OldSneelock]

You reminded me of things that were second nature 40 years ago. I hadn't adjusted a chainsaw carb in quite a while. Thanks for your help

[@karlelliott9254]

I bought a Skil Saw gas chain saw with a 16 inch bar in 1972 for $150 new. It cut fire wood for four to five families for 25 years, mostly oak laps and some slab piles. I could cut and load a long bed pick up load and drive away in under an hour back then. It was tuned just like you showed for years and never needed a rebuild. Amazing. Phillips Chain saw was the McCulloch dealer in Troy, N.C. and was wonderful man full of love and hope after going through WWII hell. There was never a saw he didn’t live to repair. He kept all the local loggers going and also sold Snapper mowers. All his customers got pick up and delivery service to at no extra charge. RIP E. J. Phillips.

[@vicegrippin3497]

Man what a core moment with really good knowledge with uncle buck in the back yard

[@andyprice4696]

Just watching this video from 4 years ago now and this was one of the best tuning videos I’ve seen! Thanks buckin

[@jordanthornley3464]

New here to the channel, and would just like to give a huge thank you. My dad had a McCulloch Super Pro 60 that he bought new in 76’. I never did see it run, just sat on a shelf for most of my childhood so I asked him if I could try to work on it. Just went for it, cleaned up the carburetor, changed the plug and many pulls later she fired but I couldn’t get it to stay running. With the content I got from this video, the thing is running like a top, and I’m having a great time running the saw. Felt so good to bring what I thought was going to be a boat anchor back to life. Really appreciate the videos, thank you!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Good feelin,right

[@anastasiospattakos6650]

More than satisfied with the explanatory nature of this one. Greetings from Greece.

[@gpgstudios9813]

Literally the best video I've ever seen on how to tune a saw... you made this sound so much more easy than anyone else. I've tried and failed at tuning saws before but I think I can do it now! Thanks Buckin! Love your videos, cheers mate!

[@lamplighter2085]

This info is golden Buckin. I've always thought I can tune descent except for one particular chainsaw, a small 450 Husqvarna that has given me frickin sleepless nights, tunes great until I start cutting and it looses power and boggs, tried everything, nothing worked. Your insight on backing the idle screw out of the equation to first get the Low idle dialed then bringing Idle back till it just kisses the rpm's was it. I wish I could deliver you a case a beer. Thanks Much! I've picked up a PM700 and PM1010 since I started watching your videos. I can see myself falling into Gear Acquisition Syndrome with the Macs.

[@lukepodolski8818]

Excellent video. Thank you for explaining to back off the idle screw all the way back. Nobody explains that in there videos, you are the first one to explain ; how to properly tune the carb. Thank you

[@chipjr10]

Great video Buckin', you always seem to take me back in time. Nice editing as well my friend! My dad would constantly be adjusting the jets on his old Lombard, but he would have a hard time keeping the screwdriver on the screw while he was running the saw himself. He was a firm believer of adjusting the saw in the wood as well. So, he would call me over from what I was doing and say "run the saw so I can adjust it." Then would get mad at me because I wasn't holding it still. I would think to myself, (I wouldn't dare say it out loud), "I'm cutting wood, how do I hold it still?" Ah, great memories, man, we cut and split a lot of wood back in the day. Stay safe friends!

[@spencermcginty9812]

I wouldn’t mind seeing a little splitting video. Gotta love all of the tips and tricks you share with all of us! Those Macs can really sing when they’re tuned up👌 love to you and the family❤️

[@tweeter05ify]

To be honest ive been in a pretty low slump for awhile now cant seem to find any sort of happyness no matter what i do, but this video actually made me smile and laugh alittle bit while still learning God bless you friend thank you.

[@kevinw9625]

I've been waiting on this Buckin Special. Thanks to you Sir! Love and Kindness to everyone and their families! 👍 UP from Me!

[@superiorvideoandphotograph375]

Thanks to you Billy, I now have 2 awesome running Pro Mac 610s purring like a kitten with an additude. This will be a lesson on Two stroke engine tunning I will not forget, Because it WORKS!!! I did do a complete carb tear down and inspection plus carb cleaner spray down bath. to get some tarnish out of them on both the carbs

[@stephenhair5501]

Love this channel and the soldiers that follow it. Kindness is Love and Love is the greatest gift of all. Help someone everyday. Merry Christmas all!! 🎄🎄♥️

[@DeeDiesel]

G’day from Australia to all the People’s in the Buckin army. Love your video Buckin, Still pretty new to power saws (yes I love the term Power saw, old school) I’m learning A lot from you not just about tree work, LIFE IN GENERAL so thank you very much, this will be very important in my future. Your love is infectious ❤️

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

BEAUTIFUL DEE THX

[@TomWylie]

Thanks Buckin'! My saw's been bogging down at full throttle and struggling in the wood, so I've been watching tuning videos. When I found yours, I knew I'd finally learn the *right* way to do it! 😉 Totally makes sense to do the final tune when it's actually under load doin' its thing. And thanks for saying why you hold the starter rope when shutting it down-I've been wondering that for a long time but hadn't thought to ask-now I know & will start doing that myself! Thanks again and keep up the great work. We SO love & appreciate you. 🙌🤠

[@TheArtfulShadow]

I cannot tell you how long I've needed a video like this. Seen all sorts of videos and manuals that go into a ridiculous level of detail but don't show you a damn thing when it comes to putting it into practice. Here's to keeping things real and practical!

[@shanebarnett3094]

Hey Buckin. Awesome slo - mo on the splitting. Great to see you tuning this will help so many people out. Have a great weekend all!!

[@tylerboyd2900]

Really happy with this video. A fine line between right on the money and leaned out. Never thought to tune in the wood. I’ve learned a new style to tuning today. Thank you sir! Be kind

[@jeremyquillen270]

Thanks for this video Buckin Billy! I've been trying to get my craftsman 42cc tuned in and you talk my language. Now I have a well tuned cuttin saw, that work's on the hi, lo, and idle. Respectively yours, Jeremy S. Quillen

[@RIVERRATEXCURSIONS]

Glad I found this one buckin. been a bit since I put my ear on that 4 strockin sound. I was taught as a kid and was confident I still had it but this video put the sound right back in my ear. Just bench tuned my CS-400 after a muffler mod but it got late on me so I haven't got to sink it into any wood yet. Shes a screamer and im positive my neighbors wouldn't like it. I'll dial her in tomorrow. Thanks again friend all the knowledge you share is greatly appreciated........also I loved your comment (I'd rather make stumps) I feel the same. Maybe I just love the work involved bringing a big tree down limping it bucking it splitting it then stacking it. It also give me a chance to teach my kids a few things and let them see hard work wont kill ya. 5 girls 1 boy and they all get right in there with me.

[@famasmaster2000]

Excellent video Billy !!! This helped by showing itnin the wood too. Tomorrow I will be trying out my 10-10 in the bush. Lets just see if I can "Buckinize" the carb to make some nice chips !!!! LOVE Y'AS ALL !! 💖Happy Sunday one and all. Lets all learn to be kind and love each other. It makes life so much more enjoyable !👍👌

[@jimmygaver2595]

This video was extremely helpful. I've watched many videos on tuning and some that are very good. Your example of tuning the jets while cutting added a new layer of information I have not seen yet. Thanks for taking the time for all of us. It looks like you really enjoy doing these and I definitely enjoy watching them...

[@davidmann8833]

thank you so much billy ray for your encouraging and heartfelt video. I am new to this channel, and already am grateful for your help, and for the joyfulness of it!

[@bradkopczyk9049]

Your a hell of a man Buckin. Your carb tuning is spot on. Great information. Im watchin you all the time. Im inspired as a person by all your videos.

[@etaalso-charles9417]

Good stuff! This is how I tune my saws. The only way to see if it’s hungry is to give it something to eat. Put it in the wood!

[@walterwaller9784]

BBR love all of your videos but this one really hit home for me!! You truly reminded me of my Gpa and that is a great thing. He always tried to show me how to do the things he did and tuning was one of em. Hopefully you are having a great weekend with the family and have the best of the upcoming week! Be safe friend. Welcome home to all new comers and howdy to all of the true blues, have a great week all!!!!

[@2dogsmowing]

Its great to hear the loving the trees and loving cutting trees. I say the same. People give me a the puppy dog head lean. An tell them, I rather save the tree if possible. An great video. You make me chuckle everytime I watch. You attitude is alot like mine. I starting to think you're a brother from another mother. An the fun with what life has brought and what we do. Its not about being happy its about the satisfaction we get from life. From the wonderful mind of Joe Dirt - lifes a garden, dig it.

[@michaelplath3749]

I just stumbled on this video seeing you holding the old McCulloch saw. Exactly the same saw my dad used when I was a kid 70 years ago and the saw I still used up until about ten years ago. Loved it, but it's been sitting on the floor of my shop gathering dust and dirt ever since. I never did really know how to tune it, but know I'm going to see if I can kick start it and get that baby going again. Thanks Buckin, that old saw has some real memories of me and my dad, and years later me and my son cutting, chopping and stacking wood together. BTW, I loved your enthusiasm while you were making the video. Many thanks for this.

[@kanecroft5988]

We all love the wood splitting! Thank you 👍

[@claytonshowalter4457]

Hi Buckin this is Clayton showalter here I just got in to collecting old saws and fixing them up and running them you have inspired me a great deal to be kind to one another and the love I have for working on these old saws Thank you very much Sir would love to meet you some time and tinker on some old saws with you

[@slimgrowden]

A Billy gotta love the video. Split and wood and power saws great stuff! I hope whatever you have going on in the personal life gets better soon I would hate to see such a positive figure as yourself feel down. You are such a positive figure to me and all of us in are day to day! Love you brother and love to you and yours!🤟🤙From the little Growden family!

[@stephenparrish948]

The master at work , love and peace to everyone from the UK

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

LOVE YA

[@tree9446]

Great video Buckin’! I’ve been waiting for this video! Super helpful info to hear from someone who actually knows what they’re talking about. Hope you and your family are well, and a Merry Christmas to everyone!

[@ronanthekarpathion1262]

Watched a few tuning videos and ffs aint got a clue why I never searched for one of yours. Gone from being unsure to sure. What a dude, cheers Billy from the other side of the pond.

[@joncanary1229]

Hey Billy, thank so much. That was an excellent lesson how to do it. I really appreciate it. I am off to tune a 610 right know. Tried yesterday and it ran terrible. Checked the fuel line and it was completely poopoo, ha. That explained that. Keep up the lessons. You have a talent, a real talent. J

[@jessebarnes6840]

Thank you for the time you put into this video. Your videos are always immensely helpful. It is greatly appreciated.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

RIGHT ON JESSE

[@waynetharp]

Thanks for doing the tune video with 1 camera and straightforward! It turned out awesome and will help so many! Now commence with the splittin'! Hope everyone is having a great weekend? Take care...😀

[@jetenginethrust863]

Love your positivity and kindness Sir. Great job on the tuning tutorial also. I used to be a lumberjack 37yrs ago up in W.N.Y.. :-)

[@donegal1983]

Hi Buckin, learned so much from this video. I was given a Jonsered 45SP (at least 40yrs old), I have it running now and love your videos on old power saws and cutting difficult trees. Happy Christmas to you and your family.

[@woodchucker1337]

Thanks COACH. !! Ya can't Buy this kinda of Wisdom/Experiance. Got my first 10-10 about 4 years ago now, and BBR has taught me everything I need about it, not to mention a bunch of other stuff, ha. Love ya guys ..new N Blue.. J

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

LOVE DOES WIN,, LOVE YA BUDDY

[@peterarmstrong-woodroffe132]

Thank You for your advice,it was very helpful, keep the articles flowing and stay safe during this Covic 19 out break

[@crazy4and1crazy4and1]

I have to write. Like, have to. Me and powersaws were 2 different worlds (I study medicine, and lead a pretty sedentary life when in the city where my faculty is). Had to buy a saw this year and decided on a cheap 4.8 HP one to use for 2 seasons at least to get to know these beautiful beasts before I buy a proper one (had the feeling, and was right, I'd love using one). Assembled it, started it, used it, felt weird, like underpowered, like it was choking...searched your channel and found the vid where you tune that McHardToRemember saw...heard how it acted, listend to what you explained, went and tuned my by hearing (the Low screw). Thought that the idle could just throw me off so I unscrewed it so it barely moves the throttle. That was that. But alas, a worm was planted "Just by hearing...no way thats ok, go find a video where he explains it more precisely". Enter today - found this video, found out you actually recommend the idle screw thing I did. Counted the turns on the L screw, turns out its 1 and 1/4 for this carb too. Turns out it was just the same position as yesterday, by hearing as I counted today. So, again, thanks. Like, thanks to a "friend whom I'll never have the pleasure of shaking his hand". Didn't expect my eyes too get all watery over a god damn chainsaw video, but here I am. Probably because you really share what others keep selfishly...knowledge and love. That's to be cherished. Anyway, thanks a lot, and all the best. You made one guy a lot happier today.

[@tomgrafstrom3019]

Buck and Billy ray, I love your channel, I just started watching it I'm also a lager, I love your enthusiasm and inspiration for life, that's even better than the techniques which are point on

[@derekharper7868]

Excellent video. Thank you. These are the things we should be learning from our grandparents/parents.

[@bobbybujar3945]

Thanks for another great knowledgeable video Buckin! I have learned so much from you my friend!!

[@NordicBeard]

That accuracy and perceision with that double bit 💪 love it!! Can't wait to see you split the rest of that wood. Have a great week everyone big things are coming, Buckin thanks for the carb tune video been working with 2 smokers for a long time and delivered a really good tune video👍 #MuchLove.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

ANDY THX

[@scottfeatherstone7156]

I have learned more from watching 10 of your videos than I learned out in the field in 10 years! Great videos!

[@martymcgill1312]

Cold and rainy day, and a good day to tune my saws. Great video, Buckin'.

[@krustysurfer]

Hi Billy- we be watching how to tune the old saw- will watch a few times- when i get the space i will tear right in- thank you for your wisdom blessings and aloha soldiers of kindness #LoveWins #Buckingstock2019 #BeKind td

[@chrishoward9754]

It's great to see you all. Been busy lately. Great video Buckin. Always good to refresh

[@DrakeMiester]

Once again you have cleared up the confusion of what slight adjustments on the low jet affect the overall performance.Thanks !

[@davidtaylor9089]

thank you for the tips on tuning buckin and merry Christmas to you and your family

[@joshgilpin2870]

I cut wood with my father when I was young and I can tell you that I miss it terribly. I would give anything to go spend a day in the woods with him now. He ran Macculloch chainsaws exclusively and could out cut anyone anytime.. I’m a grown man with my own family now and finally live in a place that requires a chainsaw from time to time. This and past videos have helped me bring a Pro MAC 605 back to life. Thanks so much friend, it really means a lot to me. He was a hippie logger as well. Good day to ya sir!

[@therealrg]

Thanks - keep em coming! Great channel. Learning so much. Lov Ya!

[@rickylee3275]

Thanks for the great instruction on the tuning. Really appreciate your insight passed on. I feel your passion, be kind and support each other is a great message for us all. God bless.

[@CarvingFusion]

Your videos are inspirational man, I understand what u say about how lots was takin from u from your accident, but u are doing your best at what u do and what you love to do, I relate, A simple life is the best life, Just keep it real! Your videos are helping people! Keep it up,. I'm ordering a shirt and a hat rite now, hope u got xl in stock! Jord.

[@Factotum71]

Buckin, thank you for the video, as always I love your spirit.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

THX MR COOPER

[@derekdolbey7491]

Buckin’! This is a fantastic video! I learned something as always! Great video! Great community! Love Brother!

[@thenorthener6855]

Great tips on tuning saws… thanks Buckster :) One thing's for sure..if one doesn't feel festive yet, just watch a Buckmeister video and bang! The spirit of kindness hits ya :) Have a great week, both golden oldies and new blues :)

[@woodchucker1337]

Nailed it pal..ha. :)

[@tonyrobbins6]

Welcome new subscribers! The tuning vid was great. Thank You!

[@codyengelking989]

I just built an exhaust for my echo 355t top handle, working on tuning it and this video helped a lot. Thanks a lot billy!!!

[@jureulcar2667]

Lol i requested this video some time ago and you finally granted my wish thanks Buckin. Friends have a great week and be kind.

[@paps5.914]

This video has helped me countless times. The fine dance between the low and idle makes perfect sense now.

[@stevejohnsonjr4544]

you tech in a few minuites what took me 40 years to try to learn, thanks man!

[@hpelisr]

Great tune up, Bill. Thank you.

[@SalRJr]

Love your upbeat personality...wish more people subscribed to that way of thinking...appreciate all your videos...I started collecting vintage saws a little bit ago...got some nice units...they all need TLC but I'm working through them one at a time and your videos really help me to get them going...chainsaw tuning is almost an art...you make it look easy...lol

[@DirtRoadLanding]

What a great tutorial, Buck. Thank You!

[@natevance5832]

Thanks for the video. Learned a lot. I’m new here and I do tree work and needed this to get my saws singing.

[@deathcheetah2288]

Thank you! This really helped me dial in my saw at full rev. Now she sings and purrs!! 🤟🏼

[@drewscreations8551]

Very good content! I work on saws myself and tune them and the way you explained it buckin was just easy for new comers or people who don’t know a lot about saws. Great job brother! Love the videos! Keep me coming!

[@Caboseify]

Love the videos, been playing with saws and axes for 7 years, but learn something new with each video

[@JourneyNorthAK]

A nice simple tuning video..learned more from that than I ever knew about tuning

[@terryfinch9319]

After watching all the other videos and getting no where .. after 5-10 min of watching you do your saw I had mine filed in lovely 👍👍👍 thank you ever so much for the great👍 video

[@steveinla8963]

Good for you brother Billy! Thanks for the tuning advice. R, Steve

[@ivan3070]

Thanks Bill for putting your experience at our disposal. a very important issue from my point of view and that is always good to review. a hug

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

BACK AT YA LOVE ...,,,,......

[@mike_magnet_fishing]

Fantastic video buckin' very helpful have a great week ahead , and yeah I'd like to see the splitting of the rest of that tree, well folks stay kind fellow#soldiersofkindness

[@-_-MARANTZ]

Ironhorse brought me here. Stoked to just find your channel. Much love 👊

[@Pinehollowmechanical]

Excellent video Buckin, thank you!!

[@Popgunner101]

Thanks as always for this great video. The saw info is great. Thanks for the positivity.

[@garrettkeith5944]

Man sure helped me out with this class. Had a heck of a time with my 440 hibread now it just rips up the wood thxs bro! God bless

[@Treewise]

Merry Christmas to you and yours. You are supposed to hang the candy on the tree Buckin...i had too look twice i thought you split your ear with an axe or something haha. Tuning in the wood is the only way, but the safety police will tell us to keep both hands on it Buckin hahaha. Tune your ears to how your saws run You are a true woodsman.

[@TheCrittercam001]

Thank you for making this video Buckin'. I'm getting good at repairing power saws but when it comes to tuning them I'm still a newb. I have an old Echo cs 301 that giving me fits at the moment. Been trying to tune that little bugger for months now. It'll start and idle just fine and as soon as I give it a little throttle or put it in wood she loses power. So I'll be paying special attention to this video and I'm sure I'll be watching it over and over a few times. Anyway, thanks for all you do buddy. You'd be a great guy to meet. There's a handful of you fellas that really seem genuine and very cool. You do a great job brother. Peace Oh yeah, I love splitting by hand too! Hello to all you long and short time Buckin' subscribers!

[@94SexyStang]

set the L and H to 1 turn each....these are Base Settings, so the saw will run....then tune from there. But Double check online and make sure Echo is 1 turn for base settings.....most saws are. Also you might have "safety caps" installed from the factory, which ONLY allow for fine tuning....you MIGHT have to remove those to get back to base settings. If that doesn't work, you got issues......carb or crank seals maybe.

[@Actrealsurprised]

Makes perfect sense. Best can tutorial on KZbin. Thank you sir. Wish you the best.

[@larryritch591]

Love the stuff Buckin great info on saws learning alot keep them coming

[@bwilder0487]

Great video. Love the cord wrap on the 2 bit.

[@danturner3575]

Wood , power saws and Buckin laughing and smiling. I honestly don’t need much more 👍keep doing what you do . Another great video .

[@calvinwilson6860]

Great video Billy👌 your last video about filing and get getting out the gullet helped me out. I use a jig to file but after watching another video I picked up a guide and went to town! Keep up the good work and thanks!!

[@mwparker1969]

Great tuning method.Thanks for sharing your expertise. Keep Buckin'

[@jaymrunner1155]

buddy !!! your video are awesome, i can see the love and passion for what you do and its warming my heart !!! I started to built a chainsaw and I have fabricated a pipe for it !!! thanks for your experience and never stop making videos !!! Thank you

[@davidslivinski7690]

I stopped watching tv A while ago to depressing. This is my kind of show love trees love saws Keep up the good work Buckin Ray Smith Love your show. 👍👍

[@keithsams4301]

hey Billy,,,i loved the ,," i like making stumps " comment ,,,good vid man,,i'm 66 and that splitting is my going to the jim ,,,,in the woods brother with the saw singin,,,when it is my time,,,thats how i want to go,,,,fur sure not sittin in a rockin chair,,,hippy logger,,,,,what a guy

[@thomascruff786]

Great video Buckin.

[@timothyfolk4769]

Just found ya Billy. You popped up on a sharpening video. Hooked already! I’ll be turning my son on to You as well. Best attitude I’ve seen in a very long time. Positive & Polite! I’ll be watching all your videos. Very refreshing. Thank You.

[@charlessmith5409]

I have been waiting for a video like this!!! Thanks!

[@jamiemercer5221]

been in the tree service for over 20 years done it all and you my buddy Billy still astound me