Recoil Spring

[BIKER BOB]

Not really tractor related but someone probably knows. I broke the recoil spring in an old chainsaw and wondering if when repairing it, should I heat up the tip of the spring to bend it, or just bend it and hope for the best ? Any opinions? Thanks in advance.

 

[WranglerX]

Might find better answer in "chainsaw " section, but personally I would heat it and bend it... You will get better/easier fit if soft...

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/chainsaws/

Dale

 

[BIKER BOB]

Thanks, I'll give it a try. Didn't think about chainsaw section!

 

[oldnslo]

My experience with lawnmower is that if you try bending cold it will probably break.

 

[Peter 315]

It will work for a little bit , But will break again . Try this place..Small Engine Parts: Chainsaw Parts & Small Engine Repair Parts

 

[PILOON]

Heat and bend then dunk it in oil or even water, that'll harden the new hook.
Been there done that!

Heck Never had a spare on hand when needed and you does what you has to.

 

[BIKER BOB]

Don't really want to spend money on this old piece of crap so I will give heating and bending a try. Thanks