What saw is used in Stihl Timbersports?
The short answer is a lot. The stock saw event starts with a matched pair of STIHL MS660 chainsaws, the second most powerful saws that STIHL builds.
Weighing in at around 27kg, Hot Saws are custom-built saws usually made with the engine of a dirt bike, snowmobile or jet ski, and delivering horsepower over 60!
Hot Saw is an event or discipline in logging sports. It is also used to describe the type of saw used in the event, a high-powered chainsaw.
How do I get into TIMBERSPORTS®? TIMBERSPORTS® is an international and action-packed extreme sport. In order to train and compete in TIMBERSPORTS®, you must have completed the training courses provided by STIHL TIMBERSPORTS®. TIMBERSPORTS® trainingcamps are divided into beginner's camp and continuation camp.
Top prizes at some fairs are $1,000. The Stihl Timbersports Series is a traveling series of contests. It divides $100,000 in cash and prizes among the best lumberjacks and lumberjills.
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However, according to lumberjack Mike Sullivan, approximately 80 percent of the hot saws on the circuit are made by Lemke, an automotive dealer in Mosinee, Wis. In talking to both Sullivan and Lemke, it becomes clear that Lemke takes great pride in his craft — and for good reason.
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Stihl definition
A type of large industrial saw, usually cordless with a petrol motor and a large circular cutting blade. noun.
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What causes a chainsaw to get hot?
Common reasons behind chainsaw overheating are a wrong oil/fuel mixture, a blocked or clogged exhaust. It is also possible that the air filter is clogged. Or you are using a dull chain. If you are using your chainsaw for an extended time, or it is not powerful enough for the job, it can also overheat.
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If dust, wood chips or other material blocks these systems, the engine will start to overheat. The engine also needs to expel hot air, so the muffler must also be kept clean to keep the engine from overheating.
It is normal for the blade of your chainsaw to produce some heat. But it should not overheat or smoke. If you notice any overheating or smoke coming out of the blade, you should stop its use at once.
