Hi Everyone! I filmed this repair a couple weeks ago, incase your wondering why the shelves are back behind me! I get asked about the Stihl MS170 chain tensioner all the time - so here is a little video about it! I hope you enjoy! Please Subscribe, it really helps me out!
A very clear demo of this upgrade. Showing how each piece of the new tensioner fits with the others and how the completed assembly sits when it’s properly pushed home in the saw was particularly useful. That tensioner with its two exquisite little helical gears is a work of art, it has to be said. Then again, your videos are too.
Agree with your comments about Greasy Shop Rag. Your channel is great too! Nice that you guys recommend and follow each other's content. Subscribed to both of you, now totally covered for all Husky and Stihl saw assistance plus others. Thanks a lot.
Thanks for sharing all the information in a way that is easy to understand and educate us. Look forward to seeing the carb stands in use on your channel in future videos and seeing if you prefer one over the other - colour, adjustability, size of the support pins, etc.
Did that to my MS170 about a year after I got it...best mod in my opinion. Odd they don't list that as an option in the parts list for that saw but do for the MS250 that comes with it out of the box. lol. Cheers from NB
Too bad all the chain saws you work on were that easy to fix. Love Scotts RUclips channel too. The greasy shop rag name always makes me laugh when I see it!😄👍
I love my 170's but i would like to have a "yellow" chain instead of the "green" homeowner chain. Great job, this has inspired me to convert my 170's to side tensioning.
It‘s been my experience with Stihl dealers that they are very apprehensive selling yellow chain for anything under a 70cc saw. Kickback is a much greater risk on smaller saws.
That's for showing us that upgrade. You have convinced me my next saw will be a Stihl . Looking at a 600 level. If you have time what options are available and what size bar I am thinking about 28-32 inch range . I know everyone will put their two cents in but I hope I can hear from Erica
Hi Erica, thanks for the video. Timing couldn’t have been better as I’m just about to do the side tensioner mod to my MS180. Btw I think the technical term for the ‘thrust pad’ can be changed to ‘dangle berry’ 😂
I heard there was a guy on youtube who opened his fan mail boxes with a chainsaw. Would you suggest a sharp or dull chain for that purpose? Also, which model saw would be best suited for that task?
Good video! You make the hair on the back of my neck bristle up whenever you run that chain backwards w/ your bare hand, rag or not…a slip off going forwards is fine, back will give you sutures! No need to do that.
Well now this is an interesting video and a much better Way too tighten your chain. I did not know that some Stihl chainsaws tightened from the end. I just thought that all Stihl chainsaws had the side chain tightener.
I just serviced my chainsaws and i was thinking if Erica can do it.? Why not me.? Besides Ontario is 1100 miles away. Do you pick up and delivery ????????
Easy to install and cheap. No body knows why it didnt came so from factory? Why didnt you greased the screws, i would do it? But thanks for the quick Video.
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Hi Everyone! I filmed this repair a couple weeks ago, incase your wondering why the shelves are back behind me! I get asked about the Stihl MS170 chain tensioner all the time - so here is a little video about it! I hope you enjoy! Please Subscribe, it really helps me out!
Hi Erica - really enjoy your content! I was briefly wondering if the side tensioner kit (1123 007 1000) fits an MS240?..
@@cloadj2602
I don't see ms240 listed.
Chain tensioner kit Genuine Stihl Part OEM Part No. 1123 007 1000 Suitable for the Following Applications: MSE140C, MSE160C, MSE180C, MSE200C, E140, E160, E180C, 021, 023, 025, MS211, MS211C, MS210, MS210C, MS191T, MS171, MS190T, 019T, MS181, MS181C, MS
You had me as soon as you said the word “upgrade”! Who doesn’t want to upgrade their equipment?
That sharp bit crushes against bar to keep itself tight…well done as usual🍺💪💪👍🤘
Those side mount chain saw tension devices are The Best way to tighten the chain saw chain
A very clear demo of this upgrade. Showing how each piece of the new tensioner fits with the others and how the completed assembly sits when it’s properly pushed home in the saw was particularly useful.
That tensioner with its two exquisite little helical gears is a work of art, it has to be said.
Then again, your videos are too.
Thanks for the shout out Erica! Keep giving us these great videos!
It’s my pleasure, Scott!
I just received another of your carb stands in the mail from a viewer, now I have 3 😀🤣
@@marriedwithsmallengines LOL! Now you have extras in case you just want to display your favorite carb 😁
Lol
Thank you for the lawnmower race content again and making a very fun educational video.
I also found a new channel for more saw content ty very much.
Both you guys are really great, Master class of Stihl and Master class of Husqvarna.
😊.
Proper repair. I have four of these. Two with 12 bars and two with 16 bars. Well done.
I ran a new 12 inch chain today through maple and felled hickory.
Nice installation video Erica! Side tensioner is alot easier to use. I bet the customer wanted his old bucket back also! 😂 👍📽
In Erica just upgrade my ms170 to side tensioner,followed your video top tutorial thanks see you soon
Awesome, thanks for posting.🐞
Agree with your comments about Greasy Shop Rag. Your channel is great too! Nice that you guys recommend and follow each other's content. Subscribed to both of you, now totally covered for all Husky and Stihl saw assistance plus others. Thanks a lot.
Awesome, will do that to mine!
Thanks for sharing all the information in a way that is easy to understand and educate us. Look forward to seeing the carb stands in use on your channel in future videos and seeing if you prefer one over the other - colour, adjustability, size of the support pins, etc.
Greasy rag is a great guy and I love his content!
Later!
Job well done Erica, now its time to enjoy that much deserved coffee ! Beautiful job 👌
Your weather still looking gorgeous as well 😎
Thanks so much! 😊
Thanks! Coffee time.
I love coffee!! Thank you SO MUCH! You just powered my next video!!
Ha 😂
Your the Power. That's why your Videos So great. 😅.
Nice Side Access Bar Adjuster Kit 😀😊 Erica I Think The Owner Will Be Very Pleased 😀
Very nice done! Thank you!
Good video. I didnt realize ot was so easy.
Did that to my MS170 about a year after I got it...best mod in my opinion. Odd they don't list that as an option in the parts list for that saw but do for the MS250 that comes with it out of the box. lol.
Cheers from NB
Need to do that to my 170
Good to see the 036 moving up in the queue
Another great video love watching these enjoy your coffee
Regards
Steve UK London
Too bad all the chain saws you work on were that easy to fix. Love Scotts RUclips channel too. The greasy shop rag name always makes me laugh when I see it!😄👍
Well explained Erica, a very straight forward up grade
You are a chainsaw fixing machine!
Quick and easy 😊 good repair
Thanks 👍
I appreiate you showing this. That is an improvement for sure!
Thanks! That explains why the 262xp is not there. Great repair tutorial.
She’s coming up real soon 😊
Keep the bucket!
Top, vielen Dank für das zeigen 👍🏻
I’m definitely going to do that upgrade to my 170 soon! 👍
Great information, thank you!!
I'll finish watching later, got 8" of snow last night so I guess now is a good time to put on the snow tires.
Great video!
I love my 170's but i would like to have a "yellow" chain instead of the "green" homeowner chain. Great job, this has inspired me to convert my 170's to side tensioning.
It‘s been my experience with Stihl dealers that they are very apprehensive selling yellow chain for anything under a 70cc saw. Kickback is a much greater risk on smaller saws.
Nice work .
Thanks 👍
That's for showing us that upgrade. You have convinced me my next saw will be a Stihl . Looking at a 600 level. If you have time what options are available and what size bar I am thinking about 28-32 inch range . I know everyone will put their two cents in but I hope I can hear from Erica
Hi Erica, thanks for the video. Timing couldn’t have been better as I’m just about to do the side tensioner mod to my MS180.
Btw I think the technical term for the ‘thrust pad’ can be changed to ‘dangle berry’ 😂
Great upgrade!
A nice easy repair for a change!
Thank u ,Erica.Now incan upgrade my wifes ms170 and my older ms230.Excellent commentary and parts numbers,as usual.
Thx for the video. I have a MS170. Just ordered the side tensioner. Looks dirt simple!
I am subscribed to greasy shop rag. Great.....
I heard there was a guy on youtube who opened his fan mail boxes with a chainsaw. Would you suggest a sharp or dull chain for that purpose? Also, which model saw would be best suited for that task?
A Stihl GTA26 would likely work well.
I just got a kit and changed over my MS180 as well, also added a spike kit too👍
Good video!
You make the hair on the back of my neck bristle up whenever you run that chain backwards w/ your bare hand, rag or not…a slip off going forwards is fine, back will give you sutures! No need to do that.
A basket case yes but a bucket case is a new one lol.
Great content interesting upgrade,I may have to try it.cheers
HI Erica.
What engines do you run in the racing 🏁 tractor 🚜. Thanks for another great video.
Well now this is an interesting video and a much better Way too tighten your chain. I did not know that some Stihl chainsaws tightened from the end. I just thought that all Stihl chainsaws had the side chain tightener.
I'm here!! Sorry was too bussy for photo session. I'll do it as soon as I catch some free time.
Thanks for being here!
@@marriedwithsmallengines Any time!!
Maybe that tab on the tensioner is like a compressive bearing sleeve this tab compresses to give the correct hold down torque?
I just serviced my chainsaws and i was thinking if Erica can do it.? Why not me.? Besides Ontario is 1100 miles away. Do you pick up and delivery ????????
The original cover that came with the saw, does it have the adjusting hole already or do you need to change or drill a new whole to side adjuster?
Do ms170 s come without a chain catcher? Thats why it has that empty hole below the tensioner or maybe it was made of plastic and broke off?
The chain catcher on a Ms170 is plastic and is built into the clutch cover
@@marriedwithsmallenginesThat makes sense now. I didnt think about the cover. Thank you and love your videos.
What engine are those guys running ? Thank you Bruce.
I wonder if there is side tensioner conversion kit for my 024?
Will that side tensioner work on a 024 with a one nut chain cover ?
Know of any Stihl articles decals? Obsolete except for NOS.
Did you do the 262 ?
👍👍👍
I am waiting to see the 170 that hit something should be interesting
The first thing I did to my 170 is change the tensioner to the side and added a metal dog.
Hi Erica 👋
Hi! :)
Maybe you can set up a Fan mail video and they will support you!
Maybe that sharp piece is left over when they break long printed strips of those things apart as they come off the line
Easy to install and cheap. No body knows why it didnt came so from factory? Why didnt you greased the screws, i would do it?
But thanks for the quick Video.
My chainsaw caught fire? What's the cause?
It's funny that you can tear the saw down with just T27, flat head screwdriver, 13 and 19mm socket....
Ford should learn from Stihl...
HAHAHA
Cheers!!
I changed 4 MS170's to side chain adjust and don't think the front adjuster is safe. Too easy to make contact with the chain.
As a Stihl dealer, you have a source for your parts. Where does the homeowner buy genuine Stihl parts.
You can get parts from any Stihl dealer
That front tensioner system just feels way to awkward and unnatural to me!
Every saw, no matter the manufacturer, came with front tensioner years ago. Yes, could be a PITA.