RARE Chainsaw Restoration + Engine startup

RARE Chainsaw Restoration :)
I hope you will enjoy this video, but first let me tell you something about this chainsaw.
I found it inside an old barn when cleaning out after my grandfather passed away.
And apparently it was at first purchased by my father's grandfather and used for a few years and when he passed away it was passed down to my father and then to me.
As you can see in the video i did a full restoration of the saw and managed to get it running again. :)
Below you have some technical info and the story of the brand "Companion"
Thank's for watching and don't forget to like and subscribe.
Manufacturer: Tandsbyns Mek. Workshop, Brothers Ericson & Co, Tandsbyn, Sweden
Cylinder diam.: 50 mm
Stroke length: 40 mm
Displacement: 77 cc
Intake: Reed valves
Power: 3.9 hp
Speed at maximum power: 5800 rpm
Ignition system type: Switch
Carburettor type: Diaphragm carburettor
Sword: 16”
Suitable Sword Length: 13”-18”
Chain Pitch: 0.404”
Chain: Direct drive
Clutch: Centrifugal
Lubrication: Automatic*
Chain speed: 12.5 m/s
Fuel tank: 0.75 l
Oil tank: 0.30 l
Weight: 8.8 kg fully fueled with 16” bar and chain
Manufactured: 1961-?
Tandsbyns Mech. Verkstad & Co was started by the brothers Hugo and Sture Ericson in 1944. At first, mainly gas generators were manufactured. Hugo Ericson's experiment with natural gas-powered aircraft can be mentioned as a curiosity. Hugo, who was very interested in aviation, built several airplanes himself, one of which took off with a gas-powered engine. Tandsbyns Mech. Workshop began in 1946 when the demand for natural gas generators decreased to manufacture a boat engine called Delfin. The Delfin engine was produced until 1958 in 5 different versions with outputs from 1.7 hp to 8 hp.
Designers Hugo Ericson and Bengt Bister, who also held other patents, later constructed a clearing saw that was partly based on the Delfin 66. The prototype was produced in record time in just 18 days to be exhibited at a forestry fair in 1956. The clearing saws sold under the brand name Companion began sold to a customer in 1957. Clearing saws were now the company's dominant product.
The clearing saws were equipped with float carburetors, but membrane carburetors were available as an option. Tandsbyns Mech. Verkstad also sold water pumps that were powered by the brushcutter's motor unit.
Hugo Ericson and Bengt Bister also designed two chainsaw models for Tandsbyns Mek. Workshop, these were called the Companion chainsaw later Companion MS1 (=chainsaw type 1) and Companion MS2 (Type designation in trade 2-78). Chainsaw production reportedly started from the constructor in 1960 with the launch of the Companion (MS 1) chainsaw. In the autumn of 1960, around 10 test saws were first delivered. Series production and sales in larger numbers to customers started soon after.
Companion sold only through factory direct sales and had no resellers. In addition to normal piece sales, the Companion MS2 had the "twin purchase" option. Twin purchases included two chainsaws as well as the bar and chain for one saw. Package consisting of two drive units and a cutting equipment cost SEK 1290 plus VAT (Sept. 1966). The idea behind this was that if a drive unit broke, the bar and chain were moved and the broken one sent to the manufacturer in Tandsbyn Jämtland for repair.
Husqvarna Vapenfabriks AB bought the entire company in 1970 in order to gain greater manufacturing capacity and new knowledge regarding clearing saw manufacturing.

[@pandukawb]

This is one of the most detailed engine disassembly I've ever seen.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@Utubegofukurself]

Then broaden your horizons lol

[@shantyshitter3163]

I have two old Companion saws sitting on Grandpa's old work bench in my barn (which once was his). He bought two complete overhaul kits back in the day and never got to do the work he planned. Your video has helped me get a good look see of what lay instore for me this winter when I rebuild them both.. Thank you..

[@NorthernMechanics]

Oh! Congratulations on having two 😊
Happy to hear my video helped you 😊👍

[@renatapranjic5553]

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[@strangetimes3511]

What kind of people are disliking this? Can´t understand it! Good Job, looks great!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you sir! :)

[@TheRobe-]

Some people hit it by accident because it’s right next to the thumbs up. I know, I’ve done it before. Luckily I caught my mistake.

[@coma3550]

Wow a real masterclass, could sit in the finest museum. People will still be admiring your family's chainsaw in hundreds of years.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@toddwheeler1526]

It's very nice to see old school restoration skills. Beautiful work sir.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊

[@rosemorrison7075]

Beautiful restoration work! Although I know nothing about mechanics I love watching old machines being restored by an expert. Thank you.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you for watching 😊🙏

[@skipperbrown9502]

Excellent, meticulous restoration.. thank you for letting us watch!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you sir for watching 😊🙏

[@williamgrissom1995]

Finally from the comments this sounds like a real restoration, and not just a paint everything inside and out type of thing. I'm happy to watch a real chainsaw restoration for once on youtube.
After watching video.
Awesome!!! You did a great job!! Great video!! 😎👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊🙏🙏

[@cmasonmason2277]

What amazing work you do, new subscriber now wish I had your talent for my 1947 British Columbia power saw!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you so much! 😊
Oh, that saw sounds really cool! 👍😎

[@waynej82]

Absolutely fantastic work! Attention to detail is wow!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 🙏😊

[@motorTranz]

Beautiful job! I enjoyed watching this! Thank you!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you for watching 😊

[@Elias_filmz]

Great edit 👍

[@vernbale8620]

1961 Companion MS1 chainsaw, cool old saw that one and what a beautiful Resto job mate 👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! And yes it’s a really cool chainsaw 😊

[@deerslayer6419]

I love watching videos like this when they are done correctly. Great job, thanks for posting!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much for watching 😊🙏

[@peperekerasta]

так мало людей тебя смотрят, перед сном практически всегда смотрю восстановления чего- либо, в общем кайф :) ещё как вы не путаетесь при сборке?

[@NorthernMechanics]

Happy my videos helps you sleep 😅
Thanks for watching 😊🙏

[@ericooooo7]

I'll send you a compliment from Japan. Great job!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 🙏

[@x84pav84x]

13:25 пожалуй, я первый раз встречаю на ютубе человека, который разбирает и обслуживает стартер бензопилы и очень это одобряю. Почему то многие этим пренебрегают. Когда снимаю или надеваю пружину, надеваю щиток, который защищает лицо. Отскочившая пружина способна причинить серьёзную травму.

[@theitalian556]

Ahhhhh... these videos are so satisfying. Truely, you've mastered the art of restoration! Phenominal job!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@marcofiorenza1005]

Ich wünschte ich könnte so gut begabt sein in zusammenbauen, sehr gut gemacht

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 🙏😊

[@andrewgrace4410]

Beautiful restoration 😊

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much for watching 😊🙏

[@palt7640]

Magnifique travail de restauration ! Merci pour cette vidéo !

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you for watching 😊🙏

[@totosudarto1365]

Looks like a new born

[@alexbellino9639]

Awesome work! You're an artist! 👍👍👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@NTRprojects]

I knew this video is worth everyone's time the moment you checked for compression and a spark. Great Job. Very nice video and result. Keep it up and get rid of autofocus 😉
And btw please let me know what tool you used for honing the cylinder. I've never seen such a diy drill adapter. Would be great if you could share the link 👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊
This is the tool for honing the cylinder.
laitis.se/honingsverktyg-238.html?trackID=144951418&
It’s from Kamasa Tools.

[@NTRprojects]

@@NorthernMechanics Nice. Thank you very very much bro. Keep up your great work. Just finished another video of yours 😁👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

@@NTRprojects Thanks for watching 😊 And the same to you! Just checked out your channel! 👌

[@RB-sk8qn]

Great job, Im the guy that makes the svedoit 0.25 gasket you used.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Love that product! 👌

[@churlepatakha]

restoration with a finesse!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@yvancoissieu7390]

Belle trouvaille ancienne, beau travail très belle restauration 😊👍❤️

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 🥰

[@ttttwwyu]

Outstanding work, man 👌🏼👍🏼

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊

[@officiall5]

Такие видео меня успокаивают 🦦

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks for watching 😊🙏

[@MikeStar2000]

Uuh, that is one badass chainsaw! Well made video!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@katarzynaurbanik3744]

To się nazywa renowacja. Świetna robota

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks 😊👍

[@richardglazer7813]

very nice work...

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 🙏😊

[@williamweiss6128]

Love watching stuff like this.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Me too 😊

[@GT_Racer347]

Now that's cool right there! Wow. I want one now! 👌🏼

[@NorthernMechanics]

It’s a very cool chainsaw to have 😊

[@gregb76]

Great job you made that look brand new. I enjoyed your video.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@klaseldh]

Jäklar i mig Jocke! Vilket fantastiskt jobb 🤩

[@NorthernMechanics]

Tack så mycket Klas! 😃

[@MARAT-TATARIN]

Отличная работа то что доктор прописал 👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@peterj.fromnorthgermany8546]

You've done the finest work, your ancestors would be proud of you

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊

[@Gardener_Jan]

wowww, thats really crazy, niceee restauration!!!!😍😍😍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks 🙏 😊

[@brucecook502]

Dang, you got that looking so beautiful that it would almost be a shame use it and get it all dirty again. Absolutely amazing restoration bro:-)

[@NorthernMechanics]

I will use it, maybe in an future video 😁

[@brucecook502]

@@NorthernMechanics 😱

[@xr7coug]

Amazing workmanship!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊

[@lermos]

Спасибо, очень круто. Привет из России

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you for watching 😊

[@johnkennedy619]

I really enjoy your videos

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@mr-serj-2137]

Классная пила ! И это 60 года... Имею Тайгу-214 - 1 сплошной кусок дюраля- по сравнению с этой пилой, тайга - космический корабль. А тут минимум деталей, чугунная гильза, декомпрессор, вынесенная за пределы катушка зажигания, которая не отхлебнет от перегрева - ну вообще супер ! Просто и надежно, я бы и сейчас такую использовал )))

[@NorthernMechanics]

Old chainsaws are the best 😊

[@user-sk9fs4or6j]

ну, тайга по конструкции не такая уж и старая. Вот если бы ты в пример привёл Урал, то это был бы другой разговор

[@mr-serj-2137]

@@user-sk9fs4or6j урал простой как сапог, что там в пример приводить ?

[@andrey_salvadore6747]

Я удивился количеству герметика, я собирал Урала, всегда не особо тонким слоем мазал

[@user-me8gy2ns6z]

Я люблю такую работу смотреть спасибо . lovely job. well done.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊

[@pabloperlo4479]

Beautiful work, congratulaciones.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😀

[@user-os3vj1cj5j]

Отдичная работа.
Мастеру *РЕСПЕКТ*!!!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you so much 😊

[@terrystover7365]

Man! You do beautiful and exacting work with great attention to detail. I subbed you and looking forward to watching more of your videos.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you sir! And welcome to the channel. Working hard right now on my next project. 😊

[@famasmaster2000]

Wow , very cool !! Much talent

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊👍

[@robsteinhaur221]

Very nice job, I like the video editing as well.

[@NorthernMechanics]

I’m doing my best, thanks for watching 😊

[@lsj1]

What a beautiful saw that turned out to be! Excellent work.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊👍

[@bharatshah5862]

LOOKS AS GOOD AS NEW GOOD JOB

[@NorthernMechanics]

It turned out really good 😊 Thank you very much!

[@niklassundin]

Så jävla bra 🏆 Grymt jobbat

[@NorthernMechanics]

Tackar! 😊🙏

[@heliojansen]

Nice job, well done, better than new.

[@NorthernMechanics]

It turned out pretty good 😊 Thanks for watching

[@johnwayneaquaria8770]

Very well done! Look forward to more

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@user-tx3hv8xh5n]

Красавчик мастер! Уважение из России!!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! ✌️

[@Suprasteel]

Tack för en fin demonstration. Companion tillverkades i Tandsbyn, Jämtland. Min far hade en senare modell. Fabriken köptes senare av Husqvarna. Jag har själv en röjsåg som är tillverkad i Tandsbyn. Den fungerar perfekt efter 50 år.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Tack för att du tittade 😊 Bor själv i Jämtland och fick tag på delar från en i just Tandsbyn.
Kul att röjsågen fortfarande levererar, fick känslan av det var väldigt bra kvalitet på Companions produkter.

[@marcallegri5248]

Magnifique travail, superbe 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@tammythompson1927]

Love it. Awesome job. I have a very old rototiller that works like a charm but definitely needs some love like this.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊 Restore it! 😉👌

[@-carlos-danger1891]

I'm commenting because I like ZINK plating. Zinc is also important in the fight against cancer!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@mototech23]

Какой интересный экземпляр. Не плохо было бы такой заиметь.

[@joeshaw1577]

Man was that satisfying watching you fire it up!

[@NorthernMechanics]

It was very satisfying 😊

[@sheep1ewe]

Awesome! Yes of course we want to se more metal plating!

[@sheep1ewe]

My best Condoleanses to Your Grandfather, You truly did honour he's memory with this restoration!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 🙏

[@user-zu3jg6qb3d]

Красота! Любо-дорого посмотреть!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you so much for watching 😊

[@davidschweikhart459]

Very good job, very professional.👍👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you sir! 😊🙏

[@martyb3783]

Beautiful job. Well done!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@TheDappo]

Crazy satisfying. Great work

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊🙏

[@crS-CS-]

I am new to the channel and i don't know the history but i love your job and that braclet of yours ! 💪

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊

[@RestoreMore]

Just found this channel! You're producing some seriously good quality work! Subscribed, can't wait for more!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you so much! 😃 Working hard on my next restoration 💪

[@RestoreMore]

@@NorthernMechanics Notifications are on. I'll be first to see it! Good luck!! 😎

[@user-xk8ip7ux1e]

No doubt a great job! 👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@garymucher4082]

Nice! Probably didn't look that good when it was new... Thumbs Up!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊👍

[@ace2ersatzhandy383]

I like zinc plating!

[@Ivan_Petrovich85]

Хорошая работа.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 🙏😊

[@nickboucher7339]

Great work. Looks fantastic.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@adammurray741]

lovely job. well done

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊

[@kevculmstock1]

Excellent job man! subscribed!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@STAS1983GROZNIY]

Брат у тебя золотые руки!!!!! У нас в России таких назувают МУЖИК!!!!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊🙏

[@ingazagrjadina79]

Datikrutoicuvak😉🫢🫢🤗.

[@ManFromTheStreet]

U r best, tnx a lot for ur job

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@dariusjanulis4119]

I liked your work, I will watch your other projects 😉👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊

[@andersonparks1390]

Really impressing work. I only knew the Swedish brand Husqvarna before, not Companion. A beautiful tool.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 🙏 Companion later become Husqvarna 😊

[@krillcurl]

Snyggt! Det blev riktigt bra 👌

[@NorthernMechanics]

Tackar! 😊🙏

[@goodevins9408]

Great restoration 🎉

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊🙏

[@jamesrichardson771]

Wow💥 I love it !!! 🛠

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊🙏

[@josephcichowski5135]

older equipment always has such nice style

[@NorthernMechanics]

Agree 😊

[@Mountain_Paladin]

Very nice restoration, great video !😊

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊🙏

[@andrzejporeda7281]

Super jest ta Piła odrestaurowana Pozdrawiam serdecznie 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@x84pav84x]

В итоге отличная работа, достойная мастера. Цинкование, конечно, хорошо, выглядит достойно, но можно попробовать хромирование, выглядеть будет не хуже. И в конце видео заметил дефект, цепь не должна проворачиваться на холостом ходу.Тут или со сцеплением немного не в порядке или холостой ход нужно немного подкрутить. Но это лишь мелкие придирки.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you for all your comments 😊

[@tectalabyss]

Outstanding work. I subscribed,Liked and Shared. All my very best from Upper east Tennessee.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊🙏

[@jan-peterschreiber7708]

Absolute beautiful work, great job.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@Sergey23-zh3yb]

Хороший подсъем упавшей железки 😊 подписка.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊

[@Dyshoi..Svoboden]

Пила изначально невероятная и сам результат фееричные.

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks 😊

[@JimRobinEric]

Beautiful work

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@larry7781]

You're doing one heck of a good job

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@Familyfirst1971]

Amazingly beautiful saw ready too work

[@NorthernMechanics]

Maybe I use it in an future video 😉

[@ericengstrand1136]

Very cool! Well done!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊

[@craigmoore7521]

That turned out amazing!!!
Well dine

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you very much 😊

[@RussellBooth1977]

I like your Zinc plating method because I can resurrect old lawnmower mufflers that way.
I hope that you used a gasket material such as Kevlar for the cylinder head gasket which can withstand the heat !

[@NorthernMechanics]

Yes zink works great on mufflers 😊
For the cylinder head I used copper witch is original for this engine. 👍

[@sarmahsarmah1935]

I really enjoyed your video, seeing you fix it so detailed and neat and perfect, I subcribe you

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you 😊🙏

[@sarmahsarmah1935]

keep up the good work guys

[@frfrpr]

Nice video. Great filming

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thanks 😊👌

[@jeremiahdillard9201]

mesmerizing... well done!

[@NorthernMechanics]

Thank you! 😊🙏