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I guess one thing that is curious to me is I never used to have problems cutting it. Sure it's always been rock hard and won't cut fast like a softer wood, but the chattering and grabbing seems to be new. Afaik Im using the same style/type chains on my 201s/200s. :?

Just to add a bit of detail, the chains would frequently either bounce and chatter or a tooth would dig in and stop the chain instantly, especially when cutting where the wood is harder like in crotches or collars, not so bad cutting mid-span on a tender younger limb. I would cut with the...

I've had the same problem as the OP with new, unfiled chains in sugar maple, especially with smaller saws like 0201s. The wood is rock hard and the factory settings aren't suitable for it. It takes a few filings to get the teeth lower and the rakers (effectively) higher.