Hi Folks ,

just dug out the old mans chainsaw a homelite xl which started after a couple of attempts on pure petrol. As I dont have the manual I need to know the ratio fuel mix if any to operate correctly. Greatly appreciate your info on this.

Bless IRL, April 2006

If you have an old Homelite XL 12, Super XL, Super EX or other old Homelite, it runs on a 16:1 ratio. Do not alter the ratio just because your brand new Husqvarna or Stihl runs on 50:1.

The secret to longevity on these engines is correct fuel mixture. And don't ever run it again on pure gasoline.

Good luck.

Lane Dexter, June 2007

32 to 1 , pure gas will fry and seize the piston and bearings.

bart, April 2006