The Only Chainsaw You Need - Seriously. Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Chainsaw Review

[@genemetz1945]

I love my Kobalt Pole Saw - 80-volt - 5-ah battery - 10" Bar - 6 ft / 8ft foot Pole Saw. No cable. Using an Oregon Bar and Chain. I have been using it for more than 3 years now. It works great on my southeast Louisiana farm clearing property that a hurricane went through and trashed all the trees in the woods of our 20-acre farm. I carry it all over our woods and the battery lasts a long time. Today I'll be cutting a 6-inch limb off of a tree out front.

[@jameskwon2323]

I just bought this after the sleet storm in Texas, and I couldn’t agree more that this is the only saw I needed.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Glad you agree! It really does it all.

[@mericasnow3971]

Sitting in lowes watching this video to see if I should buy it. I should. Thanks.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I don’t think you’ll regret it. Good luck!

[@ronaldsauls5819]

I just bought this product and I am totally happy with it. I needed to work on some shrubs and low hanging branches in my yard . Assembly was simple , using it was simple and this comes from a simple, non handy handy man. My only issue was it does get gummed up a little when trimming shrubbery, however I really dont think thats what its designed for. Cleaning out the gummed up debris was also simple. I would recommend this product.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Glad you like it! It’s a great tool!

[@brucemccormick8635]

I have two kobalt 40volt 14inch chainsaws. I brought one with a battery and charger from a pawn shop in September. And recently I bought the other through Facebook market place. It came with 2 batteries and a charger. In time I will have to get a kobalt polesaw

[@goinpro3b26]

Perhaps you've already found this since this video, but there is a forward facing screw on the hydraulic reservoir side of the bar that you can use to tension the chain +/-. Just loosen the clamp on the bar just enough to allow freedom of movement so the tensioner can work.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I had NOT found that yet. Best news I’ve heard all day. Thank you!

[@johnnyrocket6588]

Oh yeah, I call em chain saws on a stick. Hands down one of the best tools for what my property takes.

[@jeremywatts2768]

Looks like the Oregon S33 is the replacement chain for this as well. I have had mine for a couple of years. It is very capable and simple. I want that Kobalt 40v 14" next for taking care of the larger stuff.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I’ve been tempted by the new 14” as well. I have the old model of the 14” and haven’t been overly impressed.

[@jeremywatts2768]

@@MrJustinWheeler Is there a newer 40v that uses the same batteries? I have like 4 bats and 2 chargers because they kept doing specials. Does it heat up a lot?

[@MrJustinWheeler]

@@jeremywatts2768 yes they released a new 14” this year. The old 14” was okay, but didn’t have the cutting power that my 12” had. I’m optimistic that the new 14” is a little better.

[@bryancuevas323]

I just got 1 in a yard sale for 50 bucks with 2 batteries and a charger looks like he only used it a couple times 🔥🔥🔥

[@MrJustinWheeler]

That’s a bargain! Nice find.

[@ElectricDanielBoone]

I've gone through 3 Greenworks pole saws. They're great when they work. I take a Jackery 240 out with me to recharge the batteries. I'm going to try the Kobalt next. Hopefully, they'll hold up better.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I think you will like it. Good luck!

[@UPdan]

I went Skil since it's pretty much the same internals. That way I have multiple batteries and chargers going and ready.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Yep, makes sense!

[@larrymitchell546]

I've had one for a year and have cut some limbs twice the size of the bar with 0 issues , the only problem I have noticed is when I hang it by the hook to store it the bar oil leaks out of the cap and runs down the shaft and soaks the foam grip .

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Yep, I’ve noticed the same. I try not to fill the tank when I know I’m getting close to done. To store it as empty as possible.

[@pete538]

Lol I got a lidl electric chainsaw for about $100. I've abused the hell out of it cutting logs too big. Brought it with us on our camping trip out west and went through a couple tanks of the chain oil. A electric chain saw is necessary when camping. Can't be using a gas one waking everyone

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Yep, agreed! There is definitely a place for gas chainsaws, but there are also a lot of times when electric just makes more sense.

[@donnieyoung2154]

I bought one from a thrift store but looks like the gear is stripped. Is there anyway to buy a replacement gear and sprocket?

[@glencothran]

I have this model and love it. Have you tried the weed eater attachment as well?

[@TruckCentral]

"Oh... the top of your tree fell off?" 😂

[@MrJustinWheeler]

It happens! 🤣🤣

[@rungavagairun]

What size batteries do you use (how many amp hours)?

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I like the 4.0ah 40v batteries. The 6.0ah battery would be great, but I haven’t invested in one of those yet.

[@thejongshow8821]

The chain won’t tighten despite pulling on the blade and turning it

[@thejongshow8821]

Can’t figure out how to tighten the chain

[@MrJustinWheeler]

@@thejongshow8821 there is a little phillips screw on the end of the saw near the bar. Make sure you have the cover loose, then tighten the screw, then retighten the cover.

[@myfluffyflufferton]

Is there a harness available for this as being a 5’4’ woman it is too heavy for me?

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I have not seen a kobalt specific harness for this. But I bet you could modify something out of a belt, carabiner, and eye bolt.

[@myfluffyflufferton]

@@MrJustinWheeler thanks! That gave me confidence in what I thought was a hair brained idea. I’m off to it. Happy New Year!

[@MrJustinWheeler]

@@myfluffyflufferton good luck! It’s a great saw, I think you’ll enjoy it. Happy new year!

[@jean-pierredejon7458]

My makita battery pole saw I just bought came with a harness to help support weight.

[@boblowrey8266]

There is a screw to adjust chain tension. Try reading the manual Justin! Heehaw!

[@ke6bnl]

anyone know what size file is used to sharpen this chain???

[@MrJustinWheeler]

That I don’t know. The replacement chain is pretty cheap, so I’ve just been buying a new one when I need it.

[@barbarashiver1318]

How do you loosen the chain?

[@SlayerHawkX]

The wife wanted one of these today so she can do stuff while im chain sawing on the property....but being a woman..she needed the 10 inch one.🤪...240$ with 3 year extra warranty

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Lol of course she did! 🤣 It’ll be money well spent if she uses it.

[@davekimbler2308]

👍

[@kennethlinkous1014]

Does the chain need to be oiled

[@NortonUpholstery]

yes, there is an oil reservoir on the saw

[@CoffeeNo0b0514]

My dad has the same one. Borrowed it a couple of months ago and thought it was pretty good. Also, you are a tree hugging city boy.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I’m surprised you didn’t call me to show you how to use it. 🤣

[@CoffeeNo0b0514]

@@MrJustinWheeler 😏😏

[@BO_Riddle]

Your volume is low.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Sorry about that. I use a mic now. Thanks for watching!

[@scottstoker7156]

The chain tightening mechanism is absolutely junk on this saw. The 10 inch with the auto tightening system works much better.

[@uawsux]

there is nothing that kobalt makes it's worth a dime