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General Forestry => Chainsaws => Topic started by: GATreeGrower on May 17, 2014, 11:38:21 AM

Title: Bow saw modification
Post by: GATreeGrower on May 17, 2014, 11:38:21 AM
I bought an old Homelite XL 12 bow saw.  I want to put a new motor on it as it has no kickback protection or chain brake.  Was wondering if anyone has had experience with putting an older bow blade on a newer engine?
Title: Re: Bow saw modification
Post by: NCFarmboy on May 18, 2014, 09:28:35 AM
What saw are you wanting to put the bow on?  Depending on saw you may/probably have to notch out your clutch cover for bar and chain to clear.  The other problem is does it fit new saw, does the oil hole line up, etc.
Shep