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Vintage Chainsaw

04/24/2012 10:23 PM

What should be used as a cleaning agent for dirty well used vintage chainsaw that I just purschased on eBay?

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04/24/2012 11:07 PM

WD-40 is good for cleaning grease and oil...

http://www.ehow.com/info_7993268_stihl-chain-saw-service-information.html

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04/25/2012 12:01 AM

Automotive carburetor cleaner spray is also very good -- but it can sometimes damage paint.
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04/25/2012 12:05 AM

Someone had mentioned that,paint damage posilbility was pointed out as well. Thanks.

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04/25/2012 9:20 AM

Lighter fluid works well. Firsthand experience. Any brand should be okay.

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