Poulan Pro 42cc PP4218A Chainsaw carb adjustment
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- čas přidán 21. 01. 2022
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Finally picked up the carb adjusting toll kit I've been needing. The chain needs adjusted its way to tight on the bar. You don't want to do that it's hard on the chain the bar and the clutch. I'm sure it was part of the problem when we was trying to get the saw started. It creates drag. Think I'm going to spend the money and get it a new bar and toss one of the chains on that came with the saw when I purchased it and do some more adjusting on the carb. One thing I forgot to mention in the video was that I do like the throttle on the saw its nice and smooth. This Poulan Pro seems to be a nicer saw compared to the Wood Shark and the Wild Thing. This model is still available at lowes for $179.00 on their web site. Would be a nice chainsaw to have around the house for the basic use of trimming and cutting up random branches that fall from a storm. Thanks for watching our 200th video on CZcams. - Sport
Had a question regarding Chain and bar Lube. you ran it pretty good, did you notice the chain or bar with excessive lubrication? I just changed the oil pump and it does not spit out as much oil.
It was slinging oil pretty decent off the tip. I believe the oil in this one was straight 30 weight engine oil. All I had at the time.
Yep, I appreciate the trial and error...that's real world. Most of channels I follow don't show that part...just one pull and it magically starts up.
Don't forget, a tune at 20°F has to be tweaked in hot weather 🪛
I like trying my best to keep it real. Some times it’s nice to see what you could possibly be in for.
If only I could get mine running like this, carb problems and I have no idea how to tune it for Arizona 🌵
Did you check the screen in the upper part of the carb to make sure it’s not clogging up on you?
Hey thanks for the video!!!
I've just picked one up and the fuel lines are rotted off, could you tell me where they go? Any help you can give will be greatly appreciated!! Thanks again for the real world video!!!
The side of the carb with the linkage should be for the main fuel line. The other side will run to the primer and then go from the primer back to the tank. I hope that helps some.
@@GenerationX1971 thanks just got it going! I appreciate the help!!🙏🙏☺️💯
@@freedomlibertyspirit9782 your welcome.
Poulan Pro will make you a Pullin’ Pro..😝
That is for sure.
The chain keeps spinning after I got it, running. Should it set an idle before before you pull the throttle.
I’m not a pro by any means but on mine I just slowly idle them down until the chain stops moving. Hit the throttle and let it idle back down and see what you got.
Do you find hemostats work better than needle nose pliers? Maybe I should get some
In most cases for me they work better. If it’s a really tight fit I do have better luck with the needle nose pliers. The pliers I use have a slight curve in them.
Yes curved and straight set is required
What’s the size of that small fuel line?
3/32 inner by 3/16 outer diameter. Hope that helps. If you have a Lowe’s or Home Depot close by they might have the kit that comes with a couple different sizes of line and a new primer.
Chain is not to tight take the brake off.
I thought the same thing at first. If you watch just before it starts running I checked the it to make sure it’s off unless malfunctioning. Runs good with the new bar and chain on it now.
If you notice that the idle does not seem to be consistent or it starts hard or just stops running, it's NOT the carb. It's the two bearing seals on either end of the crank.
Vacuum leak per say?
I learned the hard way, but OEM seals or the cheap crap leaks
❤@@GenerationX1971
Un do the chain brake
The brake was off I had to much tension on the chain.
I have emailed you and you can view many good products.Can you check it ?Thanks.
dude thank you I could not get my poulan to turn over and by watching this and seeing how to adjust carburetor I got it started . Now I can cut down a tree that fell in my yard. Enjoy your 4th of July
Glad it was helpful. Happy 4th of July
Stens has the best fuel lines and other fuel parts that are longest lasting, the cheaper crap from online retailers is pure junk 😢
Sorry folks but it’s true
I wish you explained how😢
Which part did you need better explanation of? I appreciate the comments because it will help provide better information on the next one.
@GenerationX1971 how many turns to start with what way to go to achieve low-end power or high-end power? How to get it to idle? I'm so lost.
@@Toby.puppyboi this saw ended up needing a new carb. If it’s a new one it’s not as bad. I start with the low setting and turn it slowly until the saw starts to stumble and then back it off until it clears up and gets a smoother idle. The high side is basically the same way. Once you get a good idle hit the throttle and see how well it revs up. The high side might need the same adjustment. Rev it up turn the adjustment screw until it starts clearing up. If it’s the factory carb and it’s bogging it’s possible the fuel filter needs changed or the small screen in the top of the carb is plugging up. It’s truly not as bad as it sounds. I’ll remember to go over it in more detail when I manage to pick up another saw. Poulan is a decent home saw as long as it’s taken care of. Most of the ones I pick up are just neglected.
@GenerationX1971 I have had many chainsaws and picked this up for 80 out of peer desperation, and it's been the best dependable little saw I have ever run, so I completely agree with you. Unfortunately, I broke the throttle off the carb, so I had to get a new one. I did get it running now. Thank you a lot!
@@Toby.puppyboi glad we could be of help
Says carburetor adjustment but dude talks about everything else too :/
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The way you pronounced Poulan.....LMAO.
"Pole-en"...lmao it's "Poo-len"
Kind of funny. That’s the only way I’ve heard it pronounced. Even the local shops that sale them and parts for them pronounce it the same way. 👍
@@GenerationX1971 crazy cause in 40 years never heard anyone say it the way you say it. POULAN is French so need to say it like a Frenchman POO-Lan
@@Lefishn I remember that for sure. Thanks for letting me know.
Useless. Doesn’t say what adjustment he’s making.
Thanks for letting me know. I’ll be a little more clear on the high and low adjustment on the carb with the next one 👍
@@GenerationX1971 Yep. I couldn't find what you used as a starting set-up for the L - H or idle adjusts...
I agree It should have been more detailed. All the old used saws and blowers that I pick up we try to start them to see what issues they might have. Most of them have just been sitting for a long period of time and just need a little tweaking on the settings. Some of them are simple just turn the adjustment screws to reduce the amount of fuel or turn to add fuel. Some of them I close the adjustment screws and slowly turn them open as I go. As far as the idle just set it to the hat your happy with. If it’s a chainsaw I keep the idle down just low enough to keep the chain from turning. Trimmers just low enough to keep the spool from spinning. Next one I come across I’ll go into more detail.
😂Thats exactly what I did on my 4218 Poulan Chainsaw.
What a workout bro. My shoulders got a workout as well
I honestly think if its that hard the carb is dirty.
Im going to put the carb in the ultrasonic.
See if it gets easier.
Start with both screws in, back out L 1 1/4 turn and high H 1 3/4 turns
One pull full chock and then half choke, let idle and warm up
Grade F Don't make an instructional vid if you don't know what you're doing Smh
Sorry to disappoint. Never claimed to be a pro. Just enjoy tinkering around on other peoples old junk.