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Poulan Wild Thing 18-Inch 40 cc Gas Chainsaw #P4018WT | 
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| Brand: Poulan
List Price: $189.99
Buy New: $149.99
You Save: $40.00 (21%)
Rating:  24 reviews
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 23.5
Dimensions (in): 34.8 x 13.9 x 11.9
MPN: 952802036
Model: P4018WT
UPC: 024761033657
EAN: 0024761033589
ASIN: B000E130DE
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 40cc 2-cycle gas engine | | • | 18" Steel Guide Bar | | • | Automatic Chain Oiler | | • | Primer Bulb for Easy Starting | | • | Super Clean Air Filter System |
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Product Description
Features wild colors and a superb performance system that helps tame any cutting task. SuperClean engine performance system for increased power, longer air filter life and reduced fuel consumption. Includes carrying case and cutting chain. Not for sale in CA. U.S.A. Chain Saw Type: Gas, Bar Length (in.): 18, Cylinder Displacement (cc): 40, Chain Brake: Yes, Oil Pump Flow: Automatic, Primer Bulb: Yes
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 I'm suprised at some of the reviews I see here November 8, 2008
Matthew Krause (Colorado)
I've owned a Wild Thing since either '02 or '03. It's been through dozens of cords of wood in that time. I've never had any trouble with it. It always starts right up. I don't step on it to start it though. I pull the choke to full, push the primer about 3 times, hold the saw in my right hand and yank the cord with my left hand. If it doesn't start on that pull, I push the choke back in and pull again, it usually starts then. I've not had trouble with the chain constantly getting loose that I can recall. I just cut two cords of firewood with it the end of this summer and I just used it to cut some railroad ties today. It's got good power for a consumer saw, and will cut fairly quickly with a good sharp chain. I think mine may be ready for a new clutch, it seems to be slipping more easily than it used to. Price for new clutch and bell is $20 from Sears Parts Direct FYI. It is by no means a professional saw, but it gets the job done for me.
 Poulan, is ok, earlier one is better... October 17, 2008
M. Parent (Overthere, Alaska)
I bought a Poulan back in 2005, square box type, & this newer model is more round, & it doesn't run as well as my old one...had thought that the new one would be the same platic chasis type, but nope...needed to replace the starter housing on the old one, & hoping the new one would serve as a nice "parter" or when my old one became decrepit, switch back the starter housing & then use the new one. Fired up the new one, & was embarassed, as the machine WOULDN'T Stay running...it would start, but I'd have to gun the engine in order for it to stay running, it won't idle...my old one idles waaay better...WHAT GIVES?
Decent saw October 6, 2008
R. Attleberger
I have owned a wild thing for 2 years now. The only major downfall that i have is its lack of power. I dropped mine down to a 16" bar which helped it out alot. So my advise is if you are planing to use this saw quite often as in my case to cut firewood every fall. Dont buy it go with a stihl or a husky. They will serve you much better!! as i am looking for a better one now!
Very Good for the Price September 18, 2008
Cat Meister (westwood, ohio United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've had this Wild Thing of mine for 5 years now. I bought it for only $135. I live on 6 acres and have plenty of need for a chainsaw. Yes, it is not a Stihl but it also does not cost $400. I have used this saw both for cutting down trees from 8in to 18in in diameter & 15-ft to 50-ft high to cutting up tons of honeysuckle (which also can be large as many trees). It works great! And, I have never had a breakdown. Yes, the chain sometimes needs adjustment more often than some models but only after constant use for 2-3 hours. Big deal - you have to stop & turn a screw in a few turns.
I have dropped this "thing" numerous times twice from a good height and no breakage or other problems. I think many of these reviwers who gave low marks simply need a course in how to use chain saws. If you make cuts properly with it, maintain & clean it properly, & replace the chain when it gets dull you'll likely not have problems. It always starts very easily in any weather and is overall a great buy for the money.
For my needs, it is awesome. September 3, 2008
B. Frizzell
Today is a sad day. the clutch on my wild thing has frozen up. It made it through 3 hurricanes and mega yard clean ups. I have 6 very mature trees in my yard and a dozen mature bush/mini trees. I put this saw through hell. I left gas in it for a year (AND IT STARTED RIGHT UP!!) I paid about 150. Got my money out of it. However, my needs may require something alittle more heavy duty. If I had to pull this thing twice to start, it was because I did not get a good pull on the first. One time I left it idling on the ground in the back yard when I went inside to deal with the kids. I forget about it, came back out later and it was no longer running. I could not crank it afterwards. The problem was that it idled until it ran out of gas. (once I filled it up, game on) My lawnmower probably could not do that.
The original chain works good. All the new chains I put on there would derail on big limbs and needed alot of adjusting.
I have the wild thing blower also, very nice. Never a problem.
In summary, Wild thing survived Katrina, Rita, but died in Gustov. If you use a chain saw once a week, spend the money and get a nice one. If it is just a weapon in your shed for storms and annuall projects. Money well spent.
I give it 4 stars because it died after 5 years. I believe the part to replace the clutch is $15 at Baileys. I do not feel like spending all day to fix a $150 chain saw when I need a more heavy duty one any way.
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