I did the same thing with a Craftsman leaf blower a while back...took the time to replace fuel lines & filter & even the primer bulb, only to find out the cylinder was badly scored. So the lesson here is it happens to the best of us!
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Alan Marshall good to know it's not just me.
@Budro47645 жыл бұрын
I always pull the muffler off first if I think there is LOW compression ~!~!
@skyscraper9084 жыл бұрын
As for someone who is just learning and getting into basic repair and diagnostics, this comment section and channel is very helpful! Keep it up please and stay safe out there shits getting wild!
@jettercool2 жыл бұрын
I just bought that same Chainsaw for cheap just because it won`t start. The original owner told me that it has been stored for a few years and it won`t start now. I got it just to see if i could fix it. I`m gonna check compression first before anything else. Thanks for the video and for letting us learn from your mistake. Keep up the good work
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
thank you k.B.P. Outdoors and good luck
@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures2 жыл бұрын
That saw is junk. I bought one brand new, still have it. Even when it was new it took pulling the rope about 20 or more times to get it started. I even brought it in to the shop when new, when I got it back it was the same thing, you throw out your back pulling on that rope to get it started before you even start cutting wood. My Husky and Stihl saws only take about 4-5 pulls max to get them going when cold. I'll sell you my Poulan Pro with 20 inch bar for fifty bucks LOL
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
thank you Chris Hardwick
@MaynardFreek6 жыл бұрын
It's my observation that people who purchase store brand chainsaws generally don't know much about chainsaws. I purchased a Poulan Pro 18" 12 years ago and kept it going until the plastic carb to block adapter cracked and could not find the part. Anyway I'm enjoying my new Echo CS-400
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Wow nice echo chainsaw. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@kennycybertron16 жыл бұрын
Got the same model Echo john, always start on 1st or 2nd pull. My echo backpack blower is kinda stubborn on cranking but eventually gets there
@ramadinsookhoo61413 жыл бұрын
It's good to see that you have learned from your mistake. We are only humans after all. We are entitled to make mistakes. The most important thing is that we learn from them as well
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE3 жыл бұрын
thanks I appreciate that.
@corycg96242 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain I had one and it always had trouble starting it flooded way to easily I ended up getting a Echo and I’ve had it about 15 years now.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
I know right, thank you Cory CG.
@basilistravlos4575 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so sincere about your mistake.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Жыл бұрын
no problems
@mgoody87823 жыл бұрын
Pullin’ pro after owning one you’ll be able to win any Pull Cord Championship! LOL
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE3 жыл бұрын
so very true
@Bluesky-bx2ig3 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, yes people love to make fun of Poulan Pro chainsaws. But I have one over 15 years old and still runs like new. Starts right up. I might be different though, I actually LIKE to maintain all of my equipment. Cheers.
@henryalvares76724 жыл бұрын
You need to look trough the mufler ,first step.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
@Countrysawshop2110 ай бұрын
Yeah well most of those from the 2775 to the 4620avx didn't run long and most of them did just that. It's due to an air leak between the metal plate and the rubber intake boot. I have several of these saws, most of them burnt up due to in my opinion a factory defect. New rubber boots are unobtainable and make no difference. Such a shame because they're a nice saw.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE10 ай бұрын
thank you for that information
@jasomkovac91153 жыл бұрын
Good video, but you didn't clean the plate the air filter mounted on?
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE3 жыл бұрын
You're absolutely right
@jackjones43842 жыл бұрын
I now see the humor in the name ! It's spelled wrong. It should be pullon. I've pulled on mine until I've almost had a heart attack.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
you're exactly right
@hugolafhugolaf8 ай бұрын
«Poulan Pro chainsaw won't start» : seems about right.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE7 ай бұрын
so I've heard
@hugolafhugolaf7 ай бұрын
@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE«If you like pullin', get a Poulan».
@QuallsKen4 жыл бұрын
My Poulan Pro PR4218 is two years old, been used a half dozen times or so. I recently was cutting some limbs and it was running fine. It stopped and I sat it down while I moved some limbs. I haven’t been able to start it since then. All filters and screens are clean All fuel lines clean and in good shape New sparkplug properly gapped Fresh fuel/oil mix Primer bulb working Good compression Tried everything that should have started it ― nothing. Any suggestions
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment I appreciate it. Do you have a reading for the compression? Also is the fuel filter still connected to the line in the tank? Did you check for spark?
@heffdogg4203 жыл бұрын
My suggestion is to throw that pull on piece of shit in the trash and get a better saw. Unfortunately this exact same thing happened to me so I bought an echo.
@walterschilling45124 ай бұрын
@@heffdogg420 Yes indeed throw it in the woods and be gone with it, Im running a eager beaver 1985 never a problem I have two of them , just bought a husky for the big stuff.
@BkLiveWire5 жыл бұрын
I have a Poulan Chainsaw and a Remington gas handheld blower by mtd. Both say the spark plug gap should be 0.025 in. (0.635 mm). I noticed it’s easier to start them if the gap is set to 0.030 in. Would it hurt the engine at all if I continued to use them at 0.030 or should I re-gap them back to 0.025? Thanks
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt Handel for the comment. I never heard of someone loosing an engine cause the gap was to big. It should be fine.
@Coach.Lewi.19794 жыл бұрын
How did you get the fuel line thru that tiny hole in the tank? What size line did you use and where did you get it?
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
cut line at steep angle and the line size is 3/16"
@doctorromex78048 ай бұрын
I dont care for that throttle cable on those. I parted mine out using the engine itself, 325 clutch and bar/chain I built me a super wild thing saw with no anti vibe.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE8 ай бұрын
I can see why you say that
@doctorromex78048 ай бұрын
I am dabbling in doing a You Tube channel but unlike yourself I do not have the voice for it, for that I am envious of you. That mower season is dead ahead. My wife bought 4 mowers 2 trimmers last weekend. I have two ready to sell and more to come. Thank you for all the good content.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE8 ай бұрын
thank you and if you're thinking about doing this, I do have some advice. In you're concerned about the voice portion, you can always have someone else do it, like your wife. Also, on screen text works well too.
@61hink6 жыл бұрын
I have a Poulan Pro that I bought a few years back and used only a few times. One day I just couldn't get started and just left it and let it be. Bad move, I know. Since then I have been using TruFuel in all my equipment with great results. I've got a Tanaka hedge trimmer, Hitachi string trimmer and leaf blower, and a cheap Chinese Blue Max brush cutter and every single one starts easily every single time. I'll never mix my own gas again. I don't know if I have the know how to get the Poulan started. I dumped the old gas out and put fresh in, but no luck. I'm up for trying simple fixes but don't trust myself to get into delicate work with the carburetor, and it might not be worth it anyway, even though it's only got a few hours on it. I know it can't be as torn up as the one in the video though! I don't need a chainsaw very often but if I get another one I'll probably get a small Echo and run TruFuel in it and hopefully have the same start every time results.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Thank you James Hinckley for the comment. You sir are absolutely correct. TruFuel and the rest off the shelf mixed gas are the best you can do for your small engine. I was hoping to do a video on this topic. Thanks again.
@61hink6 жыл бұрын
@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE The first thought I had and I'm sure other people have is "that works out to like $25 for a gallon of gas - that's nuts!", but I promise you it's worth it. If you're running a landscape business then it might not make sense, but then you would probably be mixing a fresh batch of gas every week. For the rest of us it is soooo worth it. It has eliminated all my headaches. I don't drain my gas for the winter anymore. I can leave the tank a quarter tank full all winter and it will still start up no problem in the spring. Just can't recommend enough to people.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
@@61hink I totally agree with you. I also try to run the gas out and I even suggest it to other people but they just don't listen.
@andreasanchez55766 жыл бұрын
well it was a very good video and help me with my chainsaw
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Andrea Sanchez thank you. I appreciate it.
@ivannovoselac3518 Жыл бұрын
This saw is also sold as jonsered and partner 371.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Жыл бұрын
thanks for the info.
@pork21532 жыл бұрын
what would you do to dispose of it? is just trashing it best, or selling it to some junkyard
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
I would sell it to someone as parts, or if you want it gone fast, post it online for free, it will disappear in a few hours, and they'll come get it from you. you can try and scrap it at the junkyard but they'll give you about $2 for it.
@jonienglish32316 жыл бұрын
polish the piston and put a new ring should fire right up
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Well its the cylinder wall I'm worried about too. I didn' take the head off to show but it' badly scored.
@alanholley80196 жыл бұрын
No one can tell me what the coil should be set at of the carburetor. Any one out there know??
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Alan Holley thanks for the comment. Can you elaborate more on your question?
@malikrameez7033 жыл бұрын
Plz full rebuild installation
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I'll consider it
@drbrown24026 жыл бұрын
I use only 89+ octane in my fuel mix ...no issues....
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
As long as there is no ethanol it should last for a long time.
@sealsfamily622 жыл бұрын
Thorough, thank you.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@rogerburns99603 жыл бұрын
What size fuel line does this have?
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE3 жыл бұрын
I believe its .140"
@tbros99954 жыл бұрын
Did this guy just put straight gas in a 2 stroke chainsaw? I hope he just forgot to show the footage of him putting oil in the gas.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment i appreciate it
@williamorton7600 Жыл бұрын
I have that saw, and the muffler screen was completely blocked too.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Жыл бұрын
it seems to happen a lot.
@timothymccarter9404 Жыл бұрын
You need to tighten the chain up BEFORE you crank it , duh !
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Жыл бұрын
wow! you're right!
@cdos91865 жыл бұрын
Wow this just shows you at how careless people are with their stuff. These are very affordable saws which is why you see these more than a Stihl for example but even if it was a Stihl, the engine would have been destroyed due to the owner/whoever borrowed the saw for use, failure to take care of equipment properly. To reduce the amount of these you see with blown engines, manufacturers should put a big sticker in bold red words on the gas tank that says "IMPORTANT: FAILURE TO PROPERLY MIX 40:1 GAS WILL CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE" or it should say "IMPORTANT: BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT MAKE SURE YOU ARE MIXING GAS WITH A 40:1 OIL RATIO. REFER TO THE MANUAL OR THE INTERNET FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON MIXING GAS AND OIL PROPERLY". People that neglect any lawn equipment causing it to fail should be buying electric everything. People that know what they are doing should be the ones using the 2-cycles.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE5 жыл бұрын
You are correct. A lot of people are unaware of how important it is to have the correct gas to oil ratio.
@nicolasredecop36883 жыл бұрын
it was in the off position,, but i liked the video
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE3 жыл бұрын
It's in the 1 position
@skootakilla11 ай бұрын
Hope mine doesn't look like that. I'm not changing piston and ring 😂
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE11 ай бұрын
hopefully not
@TecumsehRulesbcserk2 жыл бұрын
As it turns out, Poulan and Craftsman saws are actually built by Husqvarna. So it is almost like you are getting the same build quality for a lower price.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
that's a possibility
@corycg96242 жыл бұрын
Good point I actually bought a Echo I don’t know if their made by the same company or not
@alonsoisrraelmarmolejohern53804 жыл бұрын
Que buena marca
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
@Budro47645 жыл бұрын
That saw was overheated cause of straight gas.................. I rather would rebuild a straight gas saw than anything.... Only the piston and cylinder is affected like that in most cases... So a top end kit is worth it if you can buy your parts wholesale like I do...... Plus Tard Mon Ami ~!~!
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Boo for the comment and yes I AGREE.
@bridhickey99632 жыл бұрын
I have a pro plus chainsaw it' s a reliable chainsaw
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
thank you Brid Hickey
@bridhickey99632 жыл бұрын
Iam getting one for Christmas off fat santa
@poppyhal91464 жыл бұрын
Worst chain saws ever , I owned one that didn’t work from the start , exchanged it to another new one and was nothing but problems.not worth fixing , buy any different brand and you will be happier
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
I know how you feel.
@dgriffin60743 жыл бұрын
I agree. My new Poulan 262 was a PITA to start from the day I purchased it. No difference after a $75 "tune up" at a small engine shop; and yes I know a NEW chainsaw should not require a tune up. Best advice: don't buy a Poulan; if you did. save yourself a lot of trouble and toss it in the trash. Unless you are a professional tree guy working where you have no electricity, purchase a lithium battery powered chainsaw. While others are still yanking the starter cord, you will be on your second tree.
@rickthelian22152 жыл бұрын
Bummer,
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
I know.
@jeffbingaman27546 жыл бұрын
You said choke. Which is what I'd like to do to whoever designed these hellcats. It's like taking apart and reinstalling a 4D. puzzle. At least you found your fuel filter.😐. Maybe you could sell the filter on eBay and recoup some of your loss. Throw in the starter rope for free. They love starter ropes.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
These saws can be a real pain. It's best sometimes to just sell the whole thing for parts than work on them.
@drbrown24026 жыл бұрын
Tighten up that chain....
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Yes I will thank you.
@topfin84416 жыл бұрын
Useless if the chainsaw is not going to do work because it has been broken beyond cheap repair.
@davobluesky4 жыл бұрын
That sucks
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment
@321arsiniega Жыл бұрын
Did you ever figure out where it goes? I am having the same issue.
@doglegjake67885 жыл бұрын
those are exellent saws its the people that buy them thats the problem ..
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you jake williams for the comment. I like both saws for home use. Taking care of them is tough as sometimes people put them up with gas and oil which tough on the carb and lines.
@jeffbingaman27546 жыл бұрын
Have you whispered in it's ear that you love it. Do you put a blanky on it during off time. Do you keep pictures of it in your wallet to show husky and Stihl owners? There's your problem. Not enough attention.
@MrChunkymonkey2106 жыл бұрын
So you just made this video just to show it doesn’t work
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Carlos Perez thanks for commenting. Yes as in the title of this video I try and find out why the saw won't start. If you have a specific problem with your saw I'm glad to answer it for you either in video or just messages.
@MrChunkymonkey2106 жыл бұрын
INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE was going to buy this saw but ended up buying the Remington 20” outlaw
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
The remington is a good saw. I hate to say i wouldn't buy a poulan unless it was an emergency. They really are throw away saws. Thanks again.
@ANILTHEPRO16 жыл бұрын
my poulan pro chainsaw is hard to pull but i guess if i remove the sparkplug it will be easy to pull. whats some things to look at here and how do i see if the sparkplug is working?
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
If you have been trying to start it "A LOT" you might have flooded it and some of the gas maybe getting past the rings and increasing the compression ratio. I would leave the spark plug out and let it dry out for a long time before trying to start it again. To check for spark insert the spark plug back on the boot and allow the spark plug to touch the metal of the engine and then pull over the engine and see there is a spark at the tip of it. If you want just change the plug. They are not expensive. Thanks for watching.
@katrinaanon10382 жыл бұрын
You never start the chainsaw
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
you're absolutely right
@drbrown24026 жыл бұрын
Check that piston..
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Yes the piston is torn up bad. Not worth saving.
@drbrown24026 жыл бұрын
INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE Honda piston $35 bucks..it fits.... With about 2 hours work...a new saw....
@jeffbingaman27546 жыл бұрын
Poulan chainsaws were made for people with a sense of humor. 😐
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE6 жыл бұрын
Yes I hate to say it but when I look at Craigslist I find nothing but old poulan saws on there. Very few husqvarna or stihl. No body wants them.
@lennywallace5403 жыл бұрын
ISHHHH
@wilsq302 жыл бұрын
See, that's why you don't by Poulan crap.
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE2 жыл бұрын
I know right.
@chrisfarquhar90323 жыл бұрын
Hey, great video. I got my Polin running great but the rubber isolator crankcase www.ereplacementparts.com/isolator-crankcase-p-276293.html fell out and I can't figure out where it goes. Any chance you can give me a hint?