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This is an OEM sourced replacement part used on Poulan chainsaws. A centrifugal clutch uses centrifugal force to connect two concentric shafts, with the driving shaft nested inside the driven shaft. Often centrifugal clutches will function even when they shouldn't, far beyond the point of when they need to be replaced. Keeping an eye on equipment performance will determine when the clutch requires attention. This assembly includes metal clutch drum and a sprocket. To replace this item you would need a wrench set. • Remove the chain brake, bar, and chain. • Remove the cover and spark plug. • Bind the piston. (If you skip this step, the clutch will spin freely and you won't be able to remove it. If you have a piston stopper, just thread it into the spark plug hole. ) • Remove the clutch. • Replace old drum with a new assembly • Seat the clutch. • Unbind the piston. • Secure the bar, chain, and chain brake. • Tension the chain
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Hello George, Thank you for your inquiry. Researching the model number that you have provided, we show the clutch as part# 579551001 and the clutch drum and sprocket as 545171901. Both parts have repair videos listed underneath the part descriptions but the direct links for removal and installation are listed below. Good luck with your repair. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCDU2KgBng4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5jb4zPUDlM
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The chain drive sprocket had broken teeth and the whole drum assembly needed to be replaced. Also, while I had the saw apart, I decided to install a new filter, and a new chain tensioner.
todd from Cuyuna , Minnesota
Missing would not stay running after it got hot.
Anthony from Eupora, Mississippi
Sprocket teeth broke
James from State Center, Iowa
Chain would not hold tension, and was continuously slipping off bar. Also got very hot when cutting small logs
Robert from Heath, Ohio
drive sprocket for chain worn
Daniel from Thompsonville, Illinois
worn sprocket
Dan from SAINT JOSEPH, Michigan
Engine would not start which was determined to be due to low compression.
Jonathan from BOYNTON BEACH, Florida
Worn/broken teeth on sprocket
Art from Lake Odessa, Michigan
Chain sprocket was worn out
Michael from Galesburg, Illinois
Sprocket broken
Gary from Hancock , Wisconsin
| Brand | Model Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Craftsman | 358350980 | Chainsaw - Chainsaw |
| Craftsman | 358350981 | Chainsaw - Chainsaw |
| Craftsman | 358350982 | Chainsaw - Gas Chain Saw |
| Poulan | 967061501 | Chainsaw - Gas Chainsaw |
| Poulan | PP4818A | Chainsaw - Chain Saw |
| Poulan | PP5020AV | Chainsaw - 2 Stroke Gas Chainsaw |
| Poulan | PR5020-967061401 | Chainsaw - Gas Chainsaw |
| Poulan | PR5020-967061501 | Chainsaw - Gas Chainsaw |
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