What year was the Homelite Super XL chainsaw made?
What year was the Homelite Super XL chainsaw made?
1963
The year 1963 saw the introduction of the world’s first “lightweight” chainsaw, the magnesium-alloy framed Homelite XL-12; the numeral twelve denoting that the power-head weighed a mere twelve pounds. This saw is widely regarded as one of the most recognizable and well-known chainsaws of all time.
How many cc is a Homelite Super XL?
| MANUFACTURED BY: | HOMELITE-TEXTRON |
|---|---|
| ENGINE DISPLACEMENT: | 3.55 cu. in. (58.2 ccm) |
| NUMBER OF CYLINDERS: | Homelite Two-Cycle single cylinder loop scavenged engine |
| CYLINDER BORE: | 1.8125 in. (46 mm) |
| PISTON STROKE: | 1.375 in. (34.9 mm) |
What CC is a Homelite XL-12?
DISPLACEMENT 3.3 cubic inch.
Are Ryobi and Homelite chainsaws the same?
Yes Ryobi and Homelite are both currently owned and manufactured by the same company – TTI (TechTronics Industries) if the part number your machine uses is the same, the part is the same.
What is the fuel mix for a Homelite chainsaw?
50-to-1
The recommended fuel mixture is a 50-to-1 ratio of unleaded gasoline and two-cycle engine oil, and the manufacturer recommends the use of a two-cycle oil that contains fuel stabilizer to keep the mixture fresh if you are not using it immediately.
How do you adjust the carburetor on a Homelite XL chainsaw?
Adjust the Homelite chainsaw carburetor by turning the high- and low-speed screws as needed. Set the high speed screw by adjusting the screw marked “H.” Pull the trigger so that the throttle opens as wide as possible. Turn the screw to the left and note the engine performance.
What is the fuel mixture for a Homelite chainsaw?
The recommended 50-to-1 fuel mixture includes 2.6 ounces of a high-quality, two-cycle oil with added fuel stabilizers and 1 gallon of unleaded 87-octane gas. Homelite recommends using their brand of oils, specifically designed to work in any model with a 50-to-1 fuel ratio.
