Craftsman 358352350 chainsaw Parts

For the Craftsman 358352350 gas chainsaw, we use a 16:1 fuel mix (16 parts gasoline to 1 part 2-cycle oil), which equals 1/2 pint of oil per 1 gallon of regular gasoline. Follow the mix chart and fueling directions in the 358352350 owner's manual.

This model is not a 40:1 or 50:1 saw. It is designed for a richer oil mix.

• Mix 16 parts gas to 1 part oil
• Use air-cooled 2-cycle engine oil (not automotive oil)
• Mix only what you will use soon
• Replace old mix; fuel stored longer than 2 months causes hard starting and poor performance
• Fill the fuel tank and oil tank before cutting

Running too little oil (for example, 40:1 or 50:1 in a saw that calls for 16:1) reduces lubrication for the piston and cylinder. That leads to overheating, scoring, and rapid engine wear. Running the correct 16:1 mix keeps the engine protected and helps the saw start and run consistently.

Fuel mix lubricates the engine; bar and chain lubricant protects the guide bar and chain.

• Fill the oil tank each time you fill the fuel tank
• If you are using less than about 1/3 tank of bar oil per tank of gas, check for a plugged oil hole in the guide bar
• If you need a replacement guide bar for this model, match the correct size and mount pattern; see bar 160SDEA041

Last updated: February 2026

Common problems on the Craftsman 358352350 gas chainsaw include hard starting, rough running or stalling under load, poor cutting performance from a dull chain, and unsafe kickback situations. Many issues trace back to basic maintenance like keeping the chain sharp and the saw running at proper cutting speed (see the owner's manual).

• Won’t start or starts then dies: stale fuel mix, fuel delivery restriction, or carburetor metering issues
• Runs rough or bogs when cutting: air filter restriction or carburetor setting out of adjustment
• Cuts slowly or makes powdery sawdust: dull chain (chips should be about the size of the chain teeth)
• Cuts crooked (pulls to one side): dull or unevenly sharpened chain, or guide bar rail wear
• Kickback risk increases: bar tip contact, dull chain, poor technique

1. Inspect cutting performance: if chips are small and powder-like, sharpen the chain.
2. Check guide bar condition: worn or uneven rails can make cutting harder and cause angled cuts.
3. Confirm safe cutting technique: cut only at high engine speeds and avoid letting the bar tip touch anything.
4. Look for fuel system problems: cracked or hardened fuel lines and pickup issues can cause hard starting.

A dull chain and worn guide bar do more than slow cutting; they increase wear on other parts and raise safety risk. The manual also emphasizes avoiding overhead cuts, using both hands, and watching for kickback to prevent injury.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Craftsman chainsaw model 358352350, we list the model and serial numbers on the starting instructions decal. Check the decal on the saw housing, then copy the full model number and serial number exactly as shown (including all digits).

Use these common spots to find the starting instructions decal:

• Near the starter/rope handle area
• On the side of the engine (motor) housing
• On the rear handle area (near the trigger)
• On the underside of the saw body (you may need to tilt the saw to see it)
• Near other safety or operating instruction labels

Record both numbers from the decal:

• Model number (for example, 358352350)
• Serial number (unique to your saw)
• Any prefixes/suffixes printed with the model number

The model number is what we use to match the correct Craftsman parts diagrams and replacement parts (like a fuel line, guide bar, or ignition components). The serial number helps confirm production variations when a model had multiple versions.

For additional identification details and label locations, use the owner's manual.

Last updated: February 2026

Yes, an Oregon chain can fit a Craftsman chainsaw, but it has to match your Craftsman model 358352350 bar length and chain specs. For this model, the manual lists a 16-inch bar and a 3/8 pitch, low-profile chain, so choose an Oregon chain with those exact specifications.

Use these checks before you buy or install a replacement chain:

• Bar length: 16 in (listed for model 358352350)
• Pitch: 3/8 pitch (listed)
• Profile/type: low profile (listed)
• Gauge and drive link count: match what is stamped on your bar or shown in the manual’s chain/bar section
• Intended use: choose a low-kickback chain if you want behavior similar to the original setup

For the model-specific specs, reference the owner's manual.

A chain that is the wrong pitch, gauge, or drive link count will not seat correctly on the bar groove and sprocket. That can cause poor cutting, thrown chains, and accelerated wear on the bar and clutch/sprocket.

Our manual guidance for this Craftsman model is to tension the chain so it is snug on the bar and, when lifted near the middle of the bar, it lifts about 1/8 inch from the bar. Recheck tension often because chains stretch with use.

If you are also replacing fuel system parts while servicing the saw, the fuel pick link 530069216 is one of the model’s available replacement parts.

Last updated: February 2026