Field Notes

Chainsaw Won't Start? Here Are The 3 Most Likely Reasons

Nine times out of ten a chainsaw that won't start comes down to stale fuel, a flooded engine, or an air filter full of Aussie hardwood dust. Here's how to sort all three before you drive it to the shop. Read more...

Makita Chainsaw Chain Replacement: The Australian Guide (18V, 36V, 40V & Electric)

Click here to shop our range today! - Makita chain replacements If you own a Makita chainsaw in Australia, you likely love the convenience. Whether it’s the 18V top-handle for climbing or the 36V (18V x 2) beast for firewood, they are brilliant tools. But finding a Makita chainsaw chain replacement can be a headache. Walk into Bunnings or a tool shop, and you’ll see walls of chains with confusing numbers like.050,.043, 3/8, and Picco. If you pick the wrong one, your saw won't cut straight, or worse—you’ll burn... Read more...

Selecting Stihl MS 170 Chain Replacement: The "Hidden" Spec You Need to Know

If you own a Stihl MS 170 (the "Mini Boss"), you own one of the most popular chainsaws in Australia. It’s the perfect tool for weekend cleanups, camping trips, and pruning fruit trees in the backyard. Buy a Stihl MS 170 3/8" LP (pitch) | 0.043" (gauge) chain upgrade and you will be throwing chips in no time. But if you’ve ever tried to buy a replacement chain from a generic hardware store, you might have run into a frustrating problem: the new chain doesn't fit. It looks like the right... Read more...