Here we’ll take the most popular Stihl MS180 chainsaw as an example to walk you through the whole chain replace process. For other Stihl homeowner series chainsaws, you can also look into this step-by-step guide as they are pretty much the same.

Considering the cutting efficiency and safety, it is important to keep your chainsaw chain always in a correct tension. So how to adjust your chainsaw and what tools do you need? If these questions still baffle you, this is a step by step guide on how to tension your chainsaw chain specifically for STIHL MS 180  chainsaw.

Most home users who do not have much chainsaw DIY experience may have no idea about how to choose a suitable chainsaw chain. Before you purchase the chain, at least you should know the pitch, the gauge, and the number of drive links or the length of the guide bar, as they determine whether...