Mike Parker

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Stories By Mike Parker

  • How To Fuel A Poulan Wild Thing Chain Saw

    How to Fuel a Poulan Wild Thing Chain Saw. The Poulan Wild Thing Chain Saw boasts a powerful 40cc engine with an 18” bar and automatic chain oiler. It is light weight, easy to start and arrives fully assembled. But before you can start cutting like a lumberjack, you’ve got to put fuel into the engine. Like all 2-cycle engines, the Wild Thing Chain Saw requires a special fuel mixture in order to run properly.

    By Mike Parker November 4th, 2022 Read More
  • How To Adjust Chain Tension On A Poulan Wild Thing Chain Saw

    How to Adjust Chain Tension on a Poulan Wild Thing Chain Saw. In order for a Poulan Wild Thing chain saw to operate at peak efficiency the chain tension must be adjusted properly. If the tension is too tight the chain will bind up and not flow easily around the bar. If the tension is too loose it will sag beneath the bar resulting in poor cutting efficiency and may possibly even jump off its track creating a potentially hazardous situation. It is the nature of chains to stretch with use, particularly during the first few times you use the Poulan Wild Thing chain saw.

    By Mike Parker November 4th, 2022 Read More
  • How To Lubricate The Drive Shaft Of A Weed Eater Gas Trimmer

    How to Lubricate the Drive Shaft of a Weed Eater Gas Trimmer. Weed Eater brand gas trimmers are lightweight, inexpensive and versatile tools that have become essential for the well kept lawn. Gas trimmers can be used to mow, trim, sweep, scalp and edge your lawn giving it a rich, manicured look. Weed Eaters require occasional maintenance including the lubrication of the drive shaft. This task does not take long to perform but it is very important to the satisfactory operation of the tool.

    By Mike Parker September 6th, 2022 Read More