Help identifying an old Homelite Super 2 chainsaw

11 years ago

I decided to pull down the chainsaw that has been sitting on my top shelf for the past few years and trim some trees. It was given to me by my father when we moved down here to Houston. It is an old Homelite. I can't seem to find a model number though. It is marked Homelite Super Two Automatic Oiling on the side of the case. It is a 14" bar. I call it Little Joe. It worked well enough to take out several tree limbs before the recoil stopped catching.

I'd like to fix it up and get it running great again, so it can go back into its case for when I need it again. If a hurricane hits again, I want a chainsaw that is ready to go.

However, I can't seem to locate a model number on it. It is labeled as a Homelite Textron. Where would I be able to locate the part number? I'd like to find an exploded diagram and parts so I can figure out what is wrong with it and how to fix it.

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romore_gw
11 years ago
The label should give you a 5 digit UT number
pacochu
Original Author
11 years ago
The chrome/silver label on top has no model number on it at all. I'll try and get some pics posted.
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loger_gw
11 years ago
Look through the list of youtubes and other info at the link below to see if you find the help you need. Describe what appears to be the problem with getting the saw going. A recoil starter problem could possibly be identified from Pics if it is wear or catch springs broken. Have you examined the recoil catch mechanics? Show good pics of both sides of what you see (on the flywheel and in the cover). <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />

I saw a or some diagram listed w/o opening any. Depending on your need a parts diagram might get you going. Also think about if it has been sitting a few years with untreated fuel a diagram w/n help to clean your carb. A diagram w/n help ck or adjust for spark. If you have broken or worn mechanical parts a parts diagram could be your friend.

Approx what year model is the saw? Good Luck!

http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=Homelite+Super+Two+Automatic+Oiling+recoil+starter+troubleshooting&ei=utf-8&fr=att-ie8
romore_gw
11 years ago
Go to www.homelite.com>parts look up. Go to model number, click on Contains then type super 2. You will get all the variations but rewinds should be common to all versions. Either the plastic pulley is stripped or the pawl springs are broken.
loger_gw
11 years ago
Two good close pics should “Show The Need”. Attaching Pics can be a little challenge but my recent shared tips have worked for me. There is a glitch of added text when I Copy and Paste from MS Word. There is a glitch when I upload and insert attachments. I have learned to select attach behind the Black X showing by my image. Little Joe Should Run Soon! I have seen many bad ropes but no bad mechanics on the small saws I have serviced the mid 70s. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />