Small chainsaw mill

[KMinAF]

I just finished this yesterday, it works great on soft woods and cross cuts but for some reason the saw wont even begin to rip cut the rough cut oak lumber that I have

 

[RickP]

Oak is a little too tough for a small saw like that. My gas saw can barely handle oak, and it's about 60cc. For ripping, it also helps to file the chain with a smaller angle -- try 10 degrees if you have an electric sharpener. www.arboristsite.com has a sawmill forum if you want some more details.

 

[Firebrick43]

I use a ms660 that somewhat hopped up. Meteor jug/piston, ported, dual port muffler. 90cc

I use a timber jig made by logosaw. As RickP stated, your saw is way to small for ripping. There are times I wish I had an 088/880

 

[Evilunclegrimace]

If you are going to use a chainsaw for ripping it is best to use a ripping chain, some folks call them a skip tooth chain. Crosscut chain not designed for ripping. 60cc. saws are about the minimum that you can rip with and it is a good idea to use a shorter bar and chain for ripping as there is a lot more drag on the chain.

 

[PorscheSki89]

I received this for Christmas and I'm excited to give it a try. I have a 20" bar and a ripping chain.




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[RickP]

I received this for Christmas and I'm excited to give it a try. I have a 20" bar and a ripping chain.




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That's the same Alaskan mill that I use. Nice present!

 

[PorscheSki89]

First time using... loved the G777. Used my Stihl 271 Farm Boss but instead of my 16" bar and chain I used a 20" bar with a ripping chain. The log was about 13" in diameter.


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[VWingman]

I milled this cherry log yesterday. Not the finest specimen but for my first go at it, I was happy. Echo CS-590 20" with ripping chain.

 

[woody 73]

OP fantastic build job!

Two things to keep in mind Power, power, power the more the better like others have said, electric saws will be somewhat underpowered at most, unless you are using large hp motors.

Ripping chain is what you want. (like others have already told you).

Cutting green wood and cutting dry wood is another story. Keep your ripping chain sharp and use a slow speed don't try and force the saw into the wood.

Keep your logs at a downward angle if possible easier on your back and gravity for the saw helps it out.

 

[PorscheSki89]

OP fantastic build job!



Keep your logs at a downward angle if possible easier on your back and gravity for the saw helps it out.

That is an excellent idea. I will try this on my next cut. Thanks.



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[theoldwizard1]

... with ripping chain.

This is the KEY POINT !