Poulan 4218 runs good for 5 min when you cut it off let it set and try to re start seems to kickback like timing off
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Garden - Poulan - Pro Gas Chainsaw 18" Guide Bar 42cc Pp 4218avx
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Some of these models did have a kickback issue. Check the flywheel side of the saw, make sure the key has not been sheared. This would allow the timing to be off. One time kickback can shear the aluminum key.