HOW LONG DO CHAINSAW CHAINS LAST? When sould you put a new one on?

Very good advice Chris. I knew a fella years ago who was full of knowledge regarding keeping costs down on his firewood. He used old engine oil for chain bar oil, chains with some worn out teeth and some missing, and old old files when he did get round to sharpening. When he finally gave up coming out with us to get a years wood it was a huge relief. Cheers from HB NZ

I'm new to the wood hound life. I'm 64 with asthma. I'm trying my best.

Chris, it is funny that you should mention using new chains. Many people who are heating by wood like to save money and buying a new chain is against their religious. I am one of those. If I change the chains more often, I will save time, gas, and extend the life of the saw. Thanks for the reminder!

Very good info. And the timing cuts really show how much better a good chain works. Nice info how to buy cheaper chains also.

thanks Chris i had question about how long to use a chain a while back. perfect explaination.. thanks again great info

Good topic today Chris! And good demo to show the difference and extra work needed - Cheers!

Chris! Thanks for the video last week & answering my questions concerning the power of your chainsaws, especially when the Cain gets dull. I have a neighbor who’s an arborist he loan me one of his Stihl 362? In his eyes my Echo 311, although new just was working me a little bit. Once again Wood Yard Master, you’re right. More power is more power. I accomplished so much more in that 2nd round of cutting easier on my body. He sharpened my chain for me, (has chain grinder), liked the dremel. Hated my files. Have a good week & thanks again.

Thanks for the info, Chris. Most of what i cut is softwood, and i can tell when the chain, even when the rakers are down, is not cutting as fast as it should 😉👍

One of your best videos Chris! Very informative, thanks!

Great video! Tooth performance is number 1 by far regarding chain life, but also as you mentioned at the end, a worn chain is working the saw harder than it needs to. The chains get hot and stretch, then they start wearing on your sprockets and bars. That little bit you might be saving with an over-used chain is chewing up your sprockets and bars anyway.

Informed video Chris. I always, always, always have at least 2 new chains in my saw box when cutting and a couple of stump chains as well. Sometimes a new chain with a factory raker is what works best on dense hardwood. As you pointed out, a smaller saw will tell you quickly when it is time to sharpen and also when to replace. GNI

Great topic Chris, I definitely agree. 1/2 gone means the chain goes in the stump cutting bucket. 👍🏻 Good Night Irene

I try to chain chains so I don't work me or my saws too much!! Thanks forcthe video!! Stay Hydrated and Have a Safe Day

Great information Chris 👍

G’morning Chris. I sit in Millston, WI and completely agree with the words of truth. I’ll be in a kayak until Saturday if ya need me. GoodNightIrene

Great video Chris. I save a few worn out chains for cutting off stumps if I need to.

thanks for your advice Chris, happy day to you and youra

Good vid, dressing the bar makes a huge difference in cutting a lot of people forget about as well. I always save a couple "ruined" chains for cutting into dirty wood or wood I think might have metal

Excellent. Love the slick helmet ...looking "fabulous". I save those old, worn chains for "dirt cuts" ( roots, stumps, etc...). Just say no to "nubs".

You are correct Chris. Chains need to be changed out when your down to 1/16 inch. There seems to be a tooth or so that got filed more because of damage. In those cases I’ll run a sharpening or so, but change chains . I need to buy chains at the shows. I paid 28 plus dollars for the last 24 inch chain I picked up. Have you ever picked up chain from hips on line? Great chat thanks Chris.