Old Poulan parts

[Babberney]

Anyone know where to find parts to an old Poulan? Like, antique-old? This thing must weigh thirty pounds, with no anti-vibe or chain brake. I can get the model and maybe a picture later, but it should be pretty generic. We need the return spring for the pull cord. It's about 3/8" wide (much bigger than any modern saw I've seen) with a hook shape to engage with the cord assembly.

Thanks for any ideas,
k

 

[PUClimber]

I have two old poulans. They're the old countervibe 3400's will that be of any help? If not check ebay.

 

[Al57]

Lots of tricks to old saws.If the rewind spring just has the tip broken,reform a new one.Heat it up where you want it bent then do so.Let it cool off and reinstall it.9 times out of 10,problem solved.I might add though that on somesaws it will tax your nerves rewinding the spring and reassembling the recoil.You might find it easier if had 3 or 4 hands.

 

[Babberney]

This spring is completely shot. It is broken in several places. I'll find out more about hte saw and go from there.

thx,
k

 

[Kramer]

If you haven't found a spring yet. The Chain Saw Colectors Corner has links to parts sources for most saws.
Check it out.
http://www.acresinternet.com/cscc.nsf/67...89?OpenDocument

 

[Babberney]

Cool, thanks Kramer. I'll look into that.

k