Parts Question
I just purchased Husqvarna chainsaw, model 435 16",...escalated
Parts Question posted August 31, 2013 by N.Gibson
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Question:
I just purchased Husqvarna chainsaw, model 435 16", I'm looking to buy a spare chain. Is the brand Poulan same or fit without any problem to my Husqvarna?
Also, is there such thing as a heavy-duty chain available, like tungsten tipped like in a circular saw?
Thanks.
Also, is there such thing as a heavy-duty chain available, like tungsten tipped like in a circular saw?
Thanks.
Answer
N. Gibson,
The brand of the chain is Not the determining factor, If the Chain will fit your chainsaw. There are many many manufacturers/ brands that will fit your chainsaw. The determining factors that you need to consider are stamped on your bar, there are basically three items for chains, one is the number of drive links (DL), next is the "gauge" of the bar groove or thickness of the drive links that fit into the bar groove, and finally is the "pitch" of the chain. The pitch is important because that ensures the chain will match both the drive sprocket pitch, and also if your bar has a nose sprocket. Oh, also finally the type of cutters and arrangement of cutters on the chain, like chisel, semi-chisel, skip, etc. etc., a good tutorial about chains can be found at "Oregonchain.com", they also have a great selector guide to help you find a bar and chain for almost any chainsaw.
The Model 435 with a 16" bar, has 66 DL (drive links), It has a .050 gauge groove in the bar, and the pitch is .325, this information should be stamped or stenciled on your bar, please verify by looking at your bar. This is the only information you need to buy a new chain.
Second Question, Yes there are many different materials used to make chains, from mild steel with no plating (that rust fairly easily, but sharpen easily), mild steel plated or annodized (prevents rusting), steel with plated coatings of carbide or other hardened materials, and finally carbide chains, (very pricey ie. $250.- plus for one chain), Oh they also make chains to cut stone and concrete too ( probably industrial diamonds, and No idea on pricing). But you can always do Internet searches on these topics to discover all of the types of chains.
I hope this helps
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Karla, thank you so much for your detailed reply to my query about the chain for my Husqvarna 435 chainsaw. After cutting one oak tree (cutting branches and cutting the trunk into firewood size), I can tell the chain was getting dull, and I thought I should keep a spare. Thanks.
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N. Gibson,
Yes a spare chain is a great idea, I would even suggest looking for a package special of two or even three chains. (ie. One chain might cost $25.- but package deal of two or three might be only $30-40.-, so do your Internet and store shopping before you buy, there are some good deals out there.
PS. I like having at least two chains sharp before I start cutting, that way I can change a chain and keep on cutting. Then when I have time sharpen up the chains, and clean the chainsaw which I try to get done after I clean up what I have cut, so its ready for my next use
I hope this helps, and If you need any other help just give a shout!
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N. Gibson,
Here would be my suggestions for stump removal, in the order that works the best:
1. Obviously, cutting it flush to the ground and then a stump grinding/ removal machine.
2. Turning it into an Ornamental Decoration, if its like in the front lawn, and make a bird bath out of the stump. The stump will decay much faster If you keep it wet, and a bird bath seems to do that very well. By the time you get use to the bird bath the stump will rot out ,really.
3. Cut it down to grade level, and maybe even grade some soil over it, plant grass or a flower bed over it, and keep it watered, it will rot.
4. Chemicals, cut it down, drill holes in it, put some Ice salt or Ice chemical in the holes (buy a big bag when on sale), and keep it watered, and adding chemicals.
5. Maybe build a burn ring around it, if your community allows outdoor fire rings and burn it out.
If its in a nuisance spot or trip hazard area, like just off the porch steps, then you may have to resort to stump removal!
Stump rotting depends on the grounds water level and soil, (I am fortunate maybe, everything rots), the ground in my area stays very wet, I have lots of fungi and wild mushrooms growing, and the ground stays wet, 2-3 years and my stumps are gone completely, and another 20 years and the ground sinks in where the tree roots have rotted out completely. So I guess it depends on your locale and environment, if it stays dry they could be ther for a long time, even when watering them, and most chemicals require keeping the tree stump wet. So I think the key is watering them which could be a chore.
I hope this helps!
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Many good ideas. I like especially the bird's bath idea. Easy enough to make it using the circular saw, but then I realize it might also become mosquito larvae haven. It's one of the worst season for mosquitoes around here in Central Jersey this year, so I nixed that idea. In the end, I think I'll go the chemical route, though I would love the idea of soaking with Kerosine and burn also, which is by far the easiest and quickest, but I don't think the neighbor nor the town would appreciate it.
Thanks for your suggestions.
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