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    I use Stihl full chisel chains on both my saws. I have no problems keeping them perfectly sharp using a file in a guide and the chains never come off the saws unless something else is wrong.

    Something is wrong if filing the chain isn't working.

    As Trout says do it often (every one or two fills).

    File only from the soft (non shiny) side of the chain. If you're pushing against the chromed side it will dull the file in no time.

    Don't pull the file back against the chrome side............. only put pressure on when you're pushing the file.

    Use the same number of strokes on each side. You can make adjustments for uneven wear over time.

    Most of the professionals do this on the job.

    In my case chains last years, never start wanting to cut in circles and it is very rare to take them off the saw.

    I do trim the rakers with a grinder coz I'm lazy, but not I'm recommending it.

    Cutting about 10 tons of wood a year, gum and wattle, green and dry.

    cheers, DL

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    I follow the Trout and 350RRC way and go with one sharpen to every two or three fills using the files. I use the husqvarna roller sharpening guide tool. I have a dedicated tree/firewood saw and a dedicated fencing/misc saw and have roller guide tools for sharpening each one. As these fit over the chain links themselves and move with the chain, I find them better than tools that clamp to the bar as the chains have lateral movement and this distorts angles when filing.


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    Quote Originally Posted by gromit View Post
    As mentioned in the first post.....a file makes no impression on the teeth.
    I could try and find a better quality file but it may be the hardness of the teeth on the cheap chain.

    Colin
    I bought a set of 3 files from Bunnings years ago and they are still doing a great job sharpening my chainsaws.
    As metioned here make sure you are Not filing against the chromed bits and dont drag the file backwards over the work and your file will last a Verry long time
    When using a grinder on ANY cutting surface Chisel's, knives, axes, chainsaws etc. there is always a real danger of annealing the metal and ruining the cutting edge forever.

    Use a file regulary and your chansaw AND your back will be forever grateful because there is nothing worse than trying to hack away with a blunt chainsaw.
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    Quote Originally Posted by trout1105 View Post
    I bought a set of 3 files from Bunnings years ago and they are still doing a great job sharpening my chainsaws.
    As metioned here make sure you are Not filing against the chromed bits and dont drag the file backwards over the work and your file will last a Verry long time
    When using a grinder on ANY cutting surface Chisel's, knives, axes, chainsaws etc. there is always a real danger of annealing the metal and ruining the cutting edge forever.

    Use a file regulary and your chansaw AND your back will be forever grateful because there is nothing worse than trying to hack away with a blunt chainsaw.
    Files from Bunnings wouldn't mark the teeth.
    Tried a known brand with the same result.

    Maybe I'll just buy the cheap chains because they cut OK.

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    The Husky roller guides are good, and I use the old Carlton File-O-Plate to check the depth gauges/rakers [edit] I should've said "I used to..." Chain Saw blade sharpener[/edit]

    Files = Pferd, or at least something of a similar quality.
    And file from the inside out, or you'll kill your file in short order.
    The chrome on the cutter will tear the **** out the file teeth otherwise.

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    And remember , file or sharpen to
    Retain the gullet in the tooth.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rick130 View Post
    .................

    And file from the inside out, or you'll kill your file in short order.
    The chrome on the cutter will tear the **** out the file teeth otherwise.
    I learnt that from you, many chainsaw threads ago.

    Anyone remember mcrover?

    cheers, DL

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    I used to run 2 chains with an Ozito sharpener from Bunnings, worked surprisingly well for what it was.

    Mid-season (the chains had done 2.5 seasons) I changed to a carbide tipped chain, was double the price of a normal chain (Ebay) not a cheap Chinese one, I have now run 7lt of fuel through the saw and haven't touched the chain, this is cutting dry hardwood (Jarrah) For me I wouldn't hesitate to buy another, yes you need special a diamond sharpener (I'll probably take it to the local saw shop and get them to sharpen it) I can cut a couple of 8x5 trailer loads without stopping and not worry about dirt or the odd rock....


    I'm actually going to have to get another saw as the one I've got is heading for a catastrophic failure (cracking handle..) and I will definitely be going TCT chain again

    cheers
    Reddirt204

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    Quote Originally Posted by Reddirt204 View Post
    I used to run 2 chains with an Ozito sharpener from Bunnings, worked surprisingly well for what it was.

    Mid-season (the chains had done 2.5 seasons) I changed to a carbide tipped chain, was double the price of a normal chain (Ebay) not a cheap Chinese one, I have now run 7lt of fuel through the saw and haven't touched the chain, this is cutting dry hardwood (Jarrah) For me I wouldn't hesitate to buy another, yes you need special a diamond sharpener (I'll probably take it to the local saw shop and get them to sharpen it) I can cut a couple of 8x5 trailer loads without stopping and not worry about dirt or the odd rock....


    I'm actually going to have to get another saw as the one I've got is heading for a catastrophic failure (cracking handle..) and I will definitely be going TCT chain again

    cheers
    Reddirt204
    I looked into the same chains for the larger saw I have and the local saw joint quoted around $180 to sharpen it from memory.

    DL

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ferret View Post
    I have an el cheapo Ozito sharper, $40 ex Bunnings. Excellent results after you figure out how to use it.

    3 chains for $25, have you actually tried them? Are they any good?

    That's what I got too. Works OK.

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