Chain saw oil

[Dave King 2]

I have always used bar oil in my chain saw. I know some use any waste oil they have. I was thinking about using the moble 1 from my trac. I am thinking it is a lot thinner than bar oil. Just wondering if it would hurt anything.

 

[Robert Caffyn]

My experience with bar oil is that it is extremely sticky. This fact helps it to stay on the chain for a longer period and prevents overheating of the bar. I'm one of those who believes, most of the time, that its better to follow the manufaturers directions. Bar oil is cheap, I buy it in 1 gallon containers from the local small engine guy. I guess its up to you, whatever you decide, good luck. BC

 

[Richard L]

My chain saws never recommended bar oil, they just used SAE 30 wieght engine oil. I have had the saw for about 15 years and I never had any problems with the chain or the bar. But then I am not a lumberjack. I only use it to trim some trees around my yard about once a year.



...Rich