"JB" wrote in message
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. You should also be able to increase
the oil feed to your chain to increase the lubrication there, either
manually or through a screw setting.
snip
John


Can also increase flow by diluting slightly by adding a little kerosene to
the oil.

My question: What signs of damage to the saw, bar, or chain should I be
looking for at this point? I suspect that the paint burning off of the
bar is premature wear at this point, but I'm not sure if that is a
indicator of damage. Does it sound like I got lucky this time, or could
something have been damaged that is not yet obvious?


Thanks,
JKG