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Hi all. I want to verify the THD output of what's supposed to be an electronics-friendly generator before connecting it to my window AC unit. I'll be going into a UPS for the computers so they're not as crucial. Any suggestions for the cheapest unit that will get it done? AMPROBE and Fluke...

They fell this tree against a lean on a residential property - they specifically mention the risk of hitting the house, power lines and a car. Instead of risking the felling going wrong why not cut the tree down a piece at a time as I've seen done in other videos? Is it all about saving time or...

I have a Remington Outlaw 46cc that calls for 40:1, an Echo CS352 34cc that calls for 50:1. What's behind the different oil ratio recommendations?

Is a chain likely to break before you reach the full extension of the bar adjuster? Is there a point at which you should stop using one?

I had my Echo saw apart, the worm gear was fine, looks as good as the new ones I ordered along with new oiler pumps anticipating I might need to replace them. The oiler pump gear turns easily with a screwdriver tip. Checked the oil pickup in the reservoir which looks fine, shot some parts...

The wires that protrude from the worm drive gear that I see on various brands that use this kind of oiling system - are these to clear away debris that might work its way in?

Anyone familiar with Echo saws know if the clutch shaft needle bearing should be lubed and if so what's ideal for lube? Thanks!

I've been using my Remington Outlaw 20" saw while I've got my Echo shown in my avatar apart. The Remington runs like a champ but the chain becomes really slack pretty quickly - after maybe 15 minutes of moderate brush clearing, cutting through growth of mostly 1" - 2". It's the chain that came...

My Echo 352 uses a worm gear that drives an oiler pump with helical gear teeth. Anyone have insight into how you get the auto oiler out of the bore it's in? Both the worm gear and oiler on mine appear to be in good shape but I imagine eventually it'll need to be replaced. Attached is a pic of...

I have a pair of Ariat steel toe boots that so far have proven to be great - comfortable and tough but wondering what else is out there. The Ariats are glued together and have held up so far but wondering about stitched soles. I wear a size 15W sneaker and dress shoe but boot sizes seem to run...

When I run the saw, the oil reservoir goes down so it's going somewhere - is there a reliable way to verify the chain is getting lubed the way it's supposed to?

Have you found any difference in performance or longevity using premix like TruFuel etc. vs mixing your own? Assuming using ethanol-free gas. While on the subject, do you find any particular oil to be better? Say Walmart store brand vs (fill in the blank). "I won't use anything but ____" or...

I was watching an episode of "Route 66" - Buzz and Todd are working as loggers, an element of the plot is the logging operations get shut down if the humidity goes below 30 percent due to fire concerns. Is something like that still in place today?

Have a Bolens BL-160 25cc straight shaft 2-cycle weed whacker. Ran fine when I first got it. Used it some, then didn't use it for several months. Unfortunately this was before I learned about the evils of ethanol. The fuel lines and pump bulb disintegrated. Replaced them. I put storebought...

How would you describe what a sharp vs. dull chain feels like to the touch? Does the edge of the cutter feel obviously different if you run your finger over/against it? Is there some test you use or do you go strictly by saw performance?

From what I see Brush Grubbers work, thinking about ordering a couple of different sizes, wondering if there's any method you know of for pulling out small trees/root balls that works about as well to save on the expense of buying a Brush Grubber or two?

The title pretty much says it. Currently I use a pair of Kevlar supposedly cut-resistant and anti-vibration padded gloves - though have never had a situation where there was a close call with the blade being in danger of contacting my hands. Seems like it would have to be an unusual...

If you have an on-saw sharpener, is there a reason to use a machine?

I'm clearing out a bunch of small trees and entangled growth to reclaim an area of yard. What would you consider the appropriate tool to clear the last couple of inches - deal with remnants of root networks, small tree stublets too small for a brush grubber, etc. - the goal being getting it back...

If you know you're going to be using a saw on a regular basis - daily or close to it, is there any reason to run it dry after every use if you use non-ethanol fuel? My understanding - and I reserve the right to be incorrect - is that the ethanol is what degrades fuel lines.