How to Clean a Chainsaw | Chainsaw Cleaning and Maintenance Care. (by Craig Kirkman)

[@jonny67h]

I couldn't find anything wrong with this video but I soaked in some light oil anyway. Very thorough video on cleaning a chainsaw thank you! :)

[@trebledog]

A happy machine is a clean machine. I was distressed to see several of the other small engine channels post repair howtos and never took the trouble to clean the chainsaw, bushwacker, trimmer, etc. in the process. Glad to see someone showing a good cleaning. It drives me crazy to see grimey, soil caked small engines.

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Thank you very much!

[@garyclark1000]

Great videos, fast, no bull and right to the point. I have learned so much from you videos on chain saw maintenance and chain tensioning. will watch a lot more thanks

[@billybowen3023]

My saw is now alot cleaner! I personally real liked this video. Thank you very much 👍

[@andrewjones2973]

Thank you Craig. Another great video.

[@gcv432hertz]

Great video and very , very helpful. 💫Thanks !!!

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

You are very welcome! Thank you. Craig

[@wiley0714]

This is the first year I have owned a chainsaw. So I appreciate even the simplest of knowledge Ion taking care of it. While I might be able to research and find and answer. I honestly don’t know how the lubrication system works for the bar. I know I have a hole for the gas and a whole for bar oil, But I would find it interesting to understand how the bar receives that oil.

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

OK, that will be on my list of videos. Thank you for feedback

[@bernardgrice]

I've seen the rest but your the best. I needed a clear understanding on how to clean my chainsaw. Thank you. 10 out of 10 🙂

[@egregory2009]

Very helpful and thorough.

[@diegovd7215]

Brilliant, very thorough. I would also add: inspect/clean the plate that oils the bar/chain. Cheers ;)

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Awesome. Thank you

[@jeffvoermans8817]

Great video. I'm going to pick up some extra cleaner and re-winterize my chainsaws following your procedures.

[@brucem7390]

More good work and info cobber. Keep it up and God bless the Queen.

[@dsheaffer3660]

Great video! I haven’t tried cleaning mine yet but I’m now actually looking forward to doing it…and it definitely needs it!

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Awesome. Thank you for your feedback. Craig

[@dewarner12]

This video was really helpful - extremely thorough. Thanks -

[@drandrewclarke]

thanks for this. it spurred to at last purchase an air gun blower. reapply grease to bar sprocket?

[@woozyinyahead27]

Great video man!

[@billphelan2260]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Craig-The inlet of your carb is so dirty I suspect there is an air leak around the perimeter of the air filter letting debris in. With that much debris I’d be concerned about scoring of the cylinder and piston. Also possible is that filter not as efficient as it could be. I’ve taken apart much filthier and less cared for machines and the carbs were spotless so I really think there’s something amiss with yours. Can you have a look at your combustion chamber for us? Thanks! 👍🔧🧰

[@deanmc178]

great video, i have a new titan chainsaw , its brilliant , starts really easy,,but its due a clean ,,i use brake cleaner to remove dirt and grime then oil spray where required

[@seshachary5580]

Thank you. Very educative regards

[@seebarnes6588]

Perfect all in one Thanks!

[@ANPennsylvania]

There’s chainsaw videos then there’s The Repair Specialists videos.

[@CALVINLNIKONT]

When you use high-pressure air to blow off the debris, aren't you afraid of pushing debris into the chain oiler? I always use tape to cover the chain oiler.

[@gordonpolk8848]

Very thorough!

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Thank you 👍

[@XNY556-Apple]

Is "light oil" the same as WD40?

[@loveshopkins645]

Nice, thank you so much

[@thomaskapetantsis4951]

Great job

[@je1279]

I've found that brake cleaner is a bit less harsh on rubber and plastic components than carburetor cleaner for cleaning items with those components. Well done on the video and keep up the excellent work!

[@danielborth7753]

Very good job buddy

[@aresmares8059]

Which product s do you use?

[@cornpop7805]

My honest opinion is: This video was perfect. Um, what's a "dash dandy"?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

wow thank you for you nice feedback. Dash dandy is a brand here in the UK that just puts a silicon shine on upholstery and other such surfaces. A silicone based spray basically.

[@jjjjjjjjjj2526]

What are you spraying the bar with?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

It’s just light oil because it’s both lubricative and it cleans quite well. I know the it does also need greasing as well, but I usually do that before before using the saw rather than just a clean. 👍

[@WanderingSawMan]

Which spray you use ? WD40 is costly.

[@clarityy1082]

Awesome!

[@Billbobaker]

I just plunge mine while running into a tub of diesel while revved up and then rinse with gasoline.. it's like brand new after I drain it.

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Wow. Well if you’ve found it works for you then that’s all that matters 👍

[@TheLolacat1]

so...what do you recommend if you have no air blower?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

If you have no air blower then it's really a case of wiping clean with a cloth. Thanks. Craig

[@mattseymour8637]

What spray cleaner are you using here?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

I'm not sure what brand this particular spray was. I used it up a few weeks ago and disposed of the can. Sorry.

[@mattseymour8637]

@@TheRepairSpecialist no worries, was it a carb cleaner spray of some kind?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

@@mattseymour8637 yes it was a spray. Not the most expensive either. I think it was a mid range product but it worked great 👍

[@mattseymour8637]

@@TheRepairSpecialist carb spray?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

@@mattseymour8637 yes

[@1quickdub]

All that carb cleaner and not regreasing anything? Looks like that bar tip has a grease hole, clutch bearings can take some once in a while as well

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Yes I know what you mean. I just wanted to stick more with the cleaning in this vid but indeed there is a grease hole at the end of the bar, which I normally do grease prior to using the saw. Never the less, I should have mentioned that. Thanks. Craig

[@gunterbecker8528]

What's wrong with cleaning the chain in diesel, it's cheap, cleanes the chain and leaves a coating of oil behind to protect it from rust ! An other thing cover the oiling hole with u pinky when using air pressure for obvious reasons 😊

[@Psy6o]

That little bar cleaning tool is really heavy at a 5 pounds lmao

[@rockethound69]

Why did i know this guy was British before I heard him speak?

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Yes, an Englishman to be precise!

[@leeboss373]

I normally take mine in the shower with me

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

Please make sure you adhere to the manufactures safety leaflet provided with your chainsaw when taking your chainsaw for a shower with you. Please also ensure you use a separate towel!

[@leeboss373]

@@TheRepairSpecialist 🤣🤣🤣 respect👍🏻

[@fakereality5204]

😆😆

[@jordanblack2250]

Carbaretta

[@TheRepairSpecialist]

?????

[@bubbafudpucker397]

Laughing my ass off at the thought of anybody polishing a chainsaw. OCD is real people.