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A worn sprocket brings donyboy73 back to the chainsaw bench

His only new upload walks through a STIHL 026 repair, from inspecting the drive parts to cutting logs.

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STIHL 026 Chainsaw Rim Sprocket Replacement – Step by Step!

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2:43Wear in the old rim sprocket can damage the chain's drive links.
3:41Don removes and cleans the clutch drum, then lubricates the bearing before reassembly.
5:05The replacement sprocket must match the original; Don compares the two parts before fitting.
5:35The scrench socket helps push the retaining E-clip back into place.
6:08Don remounts the bar and chain, adjusts tension and warns against tensioning a hot chain.
7:13Outdoor log cuts test the chainsaw after the repair.

The little clip gets its own moment. Don uses the socket end of a scrench to push the E-clip back into place on a STIHL 026, a practical detail several viewers single out in the comments.

"STIHL 026 Chainsaw Rim Sprocket Replacement – Step by Step!" was donyboy73's only upload this week, reaching roughly 16,000 views. Before fitting the replacement, Don shows the grooves worn into the old sprocket and explains why that matters: "You don't want to put a brand new chain on a damaged sprocket on a chainsaw."

The job extends beyond swapping the part. He cleans the clutch drum, greases the bearing, matches the replacement to the original and remounts the bar and chain before heading outside for test cuts. Alongside the scrench appreciation, one viewer asks the natural follow-up: what should happen to a chain already damaged by the worn sprocket?

Winter equipment also has a place in the week's viewing. An October Short about snowblower wheel-shaft lubrication and control-cable checks is among the uploads drawing the most daily views, while the MTD friction-wheel repair remains active too.

The channel added about 1,000 subscribers over the week, and daily viewing is now modestly above its usual pace. Nearby workshop channels TimWelds and Red Beard's Garage are also running above their normal daily viewing, while Schoolhouse Homestead is quieter. For Don, the new chainsaw walkthrough sits comfortably beside the snowblower maintenance: small parts, close inspection and repairs owners can follow through to the test run.

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What viewers say

Always great information. Thanks for the tip using the scrench for the snap-ring!! Great old saw nice to see someone took such good care of it.
@Randy_IndySee it on YouTube
If the chain has been damaged because of the rim sprocket wear, do you use the chain with the new sprocket or just throw the chain away?
@kenannable4747See it on YouTube
Good video. Recently changed to a rim sprocket setup on my ms250...we'll see how that goes. lol
Cheers from NB
@canoetipper019See it on YouTube

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I have one exactly like it in the same condition. It's a little BEAST!
@TODinWYSee it on YouTube
Those were excellent saws especially with the rim sprocket
@jeschreindlSee it on YouTube
Nice tip with schrinch
@DIYVarietyHubSee it on YouTube
Great video Don. Clearly explained as per usual. 👍👍
@ecttrekker9816See it on YouTube