Has anyone used this as a ripping saw with a ripping chain?
1142927
No but beware it is hard to start. I have two of them and both have the same problems.
1142928
I have used this as a ripping saw with the chain it came with (cedar), had no problems, in need of a bigger bar and chain though.
1237022
Yes a cheap rip fence is included, but this saw is of limited value, not enough power to cut many types of pieces. I would not recommend this saw for anything but hobbie work ,definitely not for any handy man projects
900407
No. I bought a 3/8" blade to supplement the stock 1/4" blade and use the wider blade to rip with a straight board clamped to the table. It can cut thicker wood than my 10" table saw & can rip small stuff difficult to rip on a table saw.
588081
I have used mine with a medium sized Makita chain saw. There was enough power and performance under prolonged use. Slight lag on starting the saw. It should be more than adequate for a circular saw.
1364266
I am using a Stijl 036 with a standard ripping chain. It works but could use more power. One solution may be the specialty bar with the narrow chain. More $. So unless I have more than occasional use, I'll make do.
2066976
No. In fact, I hired a man to cut down some overgrown shrubs. His chain saw did not work. I gave him the WORX to use. He looked at me like I was insane. The WORX did the job!! Other than that, I have used it mostly for very small jobs. I really like it and feel safe using the chain saw.
1132357
Yes I would, This is a combination blade though so there may be better rip only blades but my rip only blade is very course, great for fast ripping but not smooth as this one is
1869563
I love it, it's a monster. I only used it to cut up a bunch of apple wood (about 7 mature trees), made easy work of some dense wood. I'm not really an expert with a chain saw but have been wanting one to get my own fire wood for the winters and this cuts wood like a champ.
1515311
HiWe have only used the saw twice which is why we went electric. Both times to cut up fairly big trees. So far the chain shows no sign of wear.
901024
I have had no issue cutting. Plenty of power. This is the same saw that Grizzly offers, just a different color for Shop Fox.
1328466
It is possible, but very difficult. The tool is not made for it. You'll destroy some of the metal of the tool when doing it. Best thing is to use a wooden board, put the chain on top, and use a hammer.
174013
I believe I have.It's not super easy to do as it's supposed to be a heavy duty chain but it is possible with the right tools.You'll definitely need to put some force behind it though.
1553144
I like it and I use the gauge to file the teeth on my saw chain. I took a bit to get use to it but now that I have mastered it, I am happy with it. I have not used it to file the rakers mainly because it does not work well for that or I don't understand how??? In my opinion the use for the teeth is a good deal. I don't like free hand filing and I have use several other jigs and gauges. They all work fairly well but for the cost this one is a good deal in my opinion. You should know I am not a professional sawyer but I have made money running a chainsaw doing precommercial thinning, slashing and building fire line on active fires including falling snags so I do have some experience. Good luck!
1000972
Yes; HOWEVER, the mill is only about 21" long, so you will have a 2"-3" of your bar with the exposed chain opposite of where you are cutting. You'd have to make certain that no one else was in the area to get cut by the saw. It's a really neat device, but the two most difficult things to deal with are making sure you get a level cut and keeping the mill fastened tightly enough to the saw bar without crimping the chain well. I see where someone mentioned getting the ripping chain for your saw - that's probably the best advice you can get, otherwise, you'll work yourself to death. Yes; HOWEVER, the mill is only about 21" long, so you will have a 2"-3" of your bar with the exposed chain opposite of where you are cutting. You'd have to make certain that no one else was in the area to get cut by the saw. It's a really neat device, but the two most difficult things to deal with are making sure you get a level cut and keeping the mill fastened tightly enough to the saw bar without crimping the chain well. I see where someone mentioned getting the ripping chain for your saw - that's probably the best advice you can get, otherwise, you'll work yourself to death.
1691548
I have tried to do this very thing with this saw and it isn't ideal. With such a small opening it if difficult to work on anything larger than three inches in diameter. Also the saw can only handle a half inch blade means resawing will not be accurate.
809194
From the tone of your question.. I think you could handle a chain saw..! I love your spunk! You can do it. The line it comes with is average. An upgraded line and this product will work well for you. I really like this tool. I also have the cordless. Go for the cord..!
499727
Yes, very easily. Once your saw is mounted to the rip cut and adjusted to show correct width of cut, set at 4 inches and cut away. On the second cut, ensure your saw is "riding" on the 4 inch board to help stabilize the saw better.