Overview
This 2-pack of aftermarket 14-inch replacement chains is designed to fit select Harbor Freight chainsaw models. Chains wear out through normal use — cutters dull, drive links thin, and the chain stretches beyond what the tensioner can compensate. This replacement matches factory specifications so you can swap it in and keep working without a trip to the service shop.
Key specifications
- Bar length: 14”
- Pitch: 3/8 LP
- Drive links: 52DL
- Quantity: 2-pack
- Type: Semi-chisel (aftermarket replacement)
Compatibility
This chain is designed as a direct replacement for select Harbor Freight chainsaws. Double-check the pitch, gauge, and drive-link count on your existing bar stamp before purchasing. These three measurements must all match for safe operation.
Installation notes
Start by removing the battery or disconnecting the power cord. Take off the bar-cover plate and release bar tension. Pull the old chain out of the groove and off the sprocket. Seat the replacement chain into the bar groove — cutters must face forward on the top of the bar. Engage the chain on the drive sprocket, reinstall the cover, and adjust tension so the chain lifts about a dime’s width off the bar and springs back. Hand-rotate the chain to check for binding before powering on.
Common questions
Q: Will this 14” replacement chain fit my Harbor Freight Portland 64497, or do I need to match the 3/8LP-050-52DL spec exactly?
Yes, this chain is made for saws using a 14” bar with 3/8 low-profile pitch, .050” gauge, and 52 drive links, which matches the Portland 64497 spec. It is also listed as compatible with Harbor Freight Portland 58949, 64498, and 67255 as long as the bar still uses that exact chain size.
Q: I have a Portland 58949 and my old chain is worn out. How do I know this 2-pack has the right drive link count and will tension correctly?
Check the markings on your current bar or chain for 3/8LP, .050, and 52DL, because the drive link count has to match for proper fit and adjustment range. If those specs match, this chain should install normally on the 14” bar; after installation, tension it so the chain lifts slightly from the bar but the drive links stay engaged in the groove.
Q: What’s the best way to maintain these 14” 3/8 LP chains so they last longer on my Portland 67255?
Keep the chain properly tensioned, make sure the bar oil reservoir stays full, and clean the bar groove and oil port whenever you swap or sharpen the chain. Also inspect the cutters after hitting dirty wood or debris, and touch up the edge early with the correct file size instead of waiting until the chain gets very dull.
