Good morning, all! I am so glad that you could make it! I hope you enjoy this movie about a Stihl MS361 that didn’t want to run right! Let me know in the comments, what model of chainsaw do you own and how long have you owned it for ? Thanks for being here!! 😊
@@marriedwithsmallengines Stihl S-10 and 08S I’ve Had Them Both 30 Years Now 1 009 and an 015AV an 046 Magnum and 2 Stihl TS-350’s and a TS-400 2 TS-420’s a TS-760 and 1 MS201T and 1 MS201TC-M an MS020T and Still Growing My Collection All are Runners 😀😇😀😊
I bought an aftermarket carb and installed it myself. Saved a ton of money!...then I took it to the shop and paid a pro to fix it right. I see this a lot.
I have used several after maket carbs on trimmers, blowers, and saws with good success over the last 10 or 15 years. Now there was a time only as a last resort I'd use one. I do prefer to rebuild them if at all possible. A lot of times an after market Carb will come as kit, new fuel line, filter, air filter and spark plugs. The other issue is that sometimes you can get all that for less than the Walbro or Zama kit. I'm not a dealer, but I've been working on this stuff since the day when Homelite was still a player, at least here in the midwest. I do repair as a hobby, and a way to make a little cash, and to supplement my retirement that will start in 15 months. Thanks for your material, and even the Cub Snowblower. Enjoyed that too.
Bought my first saw 6 years ago, MS170. Since then added MS250, 291, 261c, 400c. Love cutting. I really appreciate your style and attention to detail in the videos.👍🏻So much to learn here if one pays attention. Great work, keep it up!
Entering all those old Stihl parts by part number and brief description into a simple spreadsheet sounds like a good job for a student or someone looking for a cheap day's work. You never know, there could be thousands in unobtainable parts that could save old machines that otherwise could not be repaired!😊 Keep up the great work!
Love "the crypt" for parts. Guess we all have one hidden away. Some of your takedowns and repairs I'd never even begin. You teach us a lot Erica...thx.
The 361 is notorious for letting fine sawdust in from around the air filter. That makes the piston look like it’s been sandblasted. I use dielectric grease to seal the air filter lip on mine . Good saws but I hardly use it anymore since purchasing a 550xp g. I’ve said before, I wish a shop like yours was here. Excellent work!👏👍
Thank goodness this one didn’t turn into a part saw. My anxiety always gets up when the pressure tester comes out. And it’s always satisfying to see a cut test after.
“2 stroke equipment has no forgiveness”. Exactly. If I’m describing the difference between 2 or 4 stroke to someone who doesn’t know about engines in general I say “2 strokes are incredibly simple and either they’re RIGHT or they’re NOT”. TOTALLY agreed about OEM parts, SOME aftermarket stuff has no place in the critical systems. Looks cold up there!
Hello from a stihl tech in Sweden! 1 is germany. 2 and 5 is usa. 3 is brazil and 8 are the little country china. God video as always! Greetings from Viktor in Sweden
I’ve got a little Oregon chain saw I bought ten or so years ago, used it exactly twice. Once a storm blew down a pine tree, and one tree I fell ( not very big). Each time I drained fuel and ran it dry to store. Next time I use it I’ll use that Aspen fuel I can leave in. REALLY ENJOY YOUR CHAINSAW VIDS AND THE SNOWBLOWER VID AS WELL👍
The two Names you found on the Fuel Filters are from German Companies specialised in manufacturing Filters for various applications. They are located not far from the Stihl Factory in southern Germany. Regards from northern Germany not far away from the Border to Denmark. 😅
Mornen Erika,,your a happy ,happy girl today ..nice...makes my day...i have never seen or felt snow yet..hopefully one day...look forward to your videos...good teachings...Chistmas round the corner ,,hope yous have nice one...lots of rain over here at the moment..got a ,09 ms 180c ,brought new back then ,,an was given a ms 390 a while ago ,,not a goer yet ,,time is the factor at the moment...keep it up..xxx
We got banned from using used engine oil in our chainsaws due to it causing cancer. Folk still using it are daft. I rebuild all my saw carbs. Great video, again👍
Thank you for this video. The Amazon carbs come with many small parts. I have had an aftermarket fuel line hold pressure on a pressure test, however the tank leaked because the stiffer material did not mold to the tank housing very well.
Thank you for posting this excellent video. I liked seeing how you went about repairing it. I agree with you about using OEM parts. I prefer them also. The only large device I own which has an engine is my car, and that goes to the dealer for all services now. It costs me more, but I need the car to work as designed at all times, and OEM parts plus an experienced technician help make that possible for me. I've never been stuck on the breakdown lane yet. Now getting back to your video....and bearing in mind that I'm no expert....I think you need trays to help hold loose parts for you. Your carburetor stand is really nice. I wonder if there could be some attachment for it that will hold the carburetor solidly in place for you so you can assemble and reassemble it quickly. I notice that the carburetor moves on the carburetor stand quite a lot. If it could be pressed against the back of the stand and held immobile that would help you. I was completely shocked to see the bar oil tank filled with used motor oil. The acids in that must destroy the bar and chain and clutch parts rather quickly. Whew. What a way to ruin a $1,100 investment. Plus the motor oil itself is a hazard to anyone coming in contact with it.
I got my first Stihl about 5 years ago.MS 171.since then I have added a 009,026,036,038 magnum,041 farm boss..all of them run and cut wood for my firewood sales.
Morning Erica. Maybe I missed it in the video, but the reason why the owner of this saw put on an aftermarket fuel line with that aftermarket carb is because it comes as a kit on Amazon. Usually there will be a fuel line and filter, carb, maybe an oil line and filter, some kits have a new air filter, etc. Cheapest of the cheap for sure. Have a great day
@@marriedwithsmallengines maybe the one that came with the set fell apart? I've used those $15 sets before, let's just say you want to keep as many of the old parts as possible.
I'm with you on aftermarket stuff. I own a John Deere 66SV, twin cylinder, which is an Echo CST 610 EVL but the Ignition module went bad and haven't been able to find one. Some good but mostly bad. Great repair! I watched most of this on my way to remove a dead animal from someone's interior wall of their house. It was a stinky job but smelled like money $$$$ to me. Thanks!
The motorsäge master mechanic solves another one. Comparing the details of quality vs. junk parts is interesting. Nice closeups in order to show us things. The little details are appreciated like the music and sound effects which are just for fun. Thanks for all the work you put into this video. 😀
I use an in-line cup that has line in and out with a seal cap. Hook up and test as normal, any fuel will get caught in the cup and cannot get through to the pump. The in-line cup works like the old glass fuel filters that were on so many implement engines prior to the 70’s. An in-line capture cup is also used today with a hydraulic brake bleeder.
As I've said every time one is on, the MS361 is one of my favorite saws, also, I won't use aftermarket Fuel Filters ,Fuel Hoses, Air Filters, Carburetors, or coils. I found too many that were junk when I was working on saws. If it's worth rebuilding/maintaining, then it's worth investing in quality parts.
I have learned to get the stihl lines. That o-ring keeps the line from collapsing when it goes around the tight corner. Seems to me the crispy metering diaphragm was the original problem. For someone wanting to save money, he just cost himself more, not to mention spending more on chains, bars and sprockets. Maybe he wants to spend money on rotator cuff surgery instead of an elasto handle.
Old New Parts are great but take up space, like the Morgue of Chainsaws out back.😊 There’s some money back on the $100 you paid for all those boxes Erica😊 Erica you’ll need to covered him back to Bar-Oil Erica👍 The fuel line may of came with aftermarket Carburettor as with spark plug and fuel filter as a package.😊 Don’t forget the part you borrowed from your rebuilding 361 saw for this job, to charge to replace yours.😊
I think after the pressure test, I would recommend to the customer to replace the rings and give the saw some fresh cross hatching, it be a good thing for the next couple years!
That diaframs and membrans come to life again if You put them into brake fluid and stay there a week ,become soft again.That is a metod for old chainsaw when You don-t find kit membrans .
Thumbs up great video,i have had a lot of saws throughout the year's, Im like Kens Small Engine, i pick up lots of saws,fix ,use and sell,but do have a couple Stihl,Echo saws that I wont sell,,used to have a small Pioneer that i used alot
When dropping the stihl fuel line vs the dropping of the aftermarket. Listen to the sound when they hit the table. The hard aftermarket makes a sound you definitely hear. The stihl being much softer makes nearly no sound. The aftermarket never follows the fuel level unless you add a weight.
Looks Like Tyler Is Having Fun Playing in The Snow 🥶😀 Skid Steers are Fun to Drive 😀 Excellent Diagnosis and Repair Erica Canada’s Best Saw Detective 😀😇😊👍🏼 Got it Figured Out and Repaired to Perfection
👍👍👍. Appreciate your efforts into going into the finer details Erica, the smaller issues, the whys and when’s and possibilities of simple things like a harder fuel line not allowing the filter to stay submerged in the fuel tank etc.! I always notice how you, when installing bolts and screws always install the screw by turning a small rotation in reverse, before turning clockwise to tighten…true understanding and workwomanship on installing fasteners correctly!! 👍👍. Watching your vids, I always wonder in the owners of the equipment you’re repairing…are also watching and grasping the valuable information you are graciously sharing?? It boggles my mind why people use old, dirty, worn out engine oil…my neighbor included…as bar lubricants. It does little to lubrcate the chain and bar, and further contaminates the world we live in…..does anyone think of what we are leaving behind for our children and grandchildren??? Thumbs up to Erica everyone! 👍👍👍👍 1:12:52
Hi Erica, I've only heard of used motor oil as a substitute for bar oil and now that I've seen it I'll continue to use bar oil as I have for over 40 years! 😅 Several times you spoke of old fuel and the damage it does to the carburetor if it sits over time or long term storage. Myself, I drain the tank then run the engine until it dies before I put them away but I've always thought; "is there something I can flush the entire system with such as alcohol or mineral spirits or perhaps another solution?" My thought was to draw it through the system using the primer bulb then empty the tank and pump the bulb until empty. I'd like to know your thoughts or recommendations and also if I'm over thinking this which I tend to do quite often...🙄🙄😂 Thank you again Erica! Bob
We like using canned fuel for storage , Stihl motomix , kinetix , aspen all work great. Dump the pump fuel out. Add your storage fuel and run it for a few mins! Into storage! 😊
I think some aftermarket carbs come as a kit with lines and filters and spark plug etc. So maybe he replaced the line with the carb. Air filters are definitely buyer beware... they are the parts you have been warned about when buying online.
I like the intros to all videos. I get the Mr Roger's vibe. 😎 keep em coming . Waiting anxiously for the old hornet. I Don't know why but I can't wait. Like waiting for Santa on Christmas eve to arrive.
I concur with the stiff fuel line, probably came with the carburetor. Walbro does make great stuff, has been for quite a few years and is the primary blueprint for the thieves in the world 😢
I'm not saying it's a good idea, but if you don't mind waiting a week and ordering from China, you can get after-market fuel lines for about $1.80 Canadian each delivered !
Serial number for Stihl chainsaw My MS461 was made in Germany, my MS180 and MS310 was USA. • If the first digit in the serial number is a 1 then it was manufactured in Germany • If it’s a 2 or a 5 it was manufactured in the United States • A 3 means it’s manufactured in Brazil • Serial starting with 8 is Chinese made • Starting with 4 means made in Austria
The $25 carb kit came with carb, fuel line, spark plug, air cleaner. But that air filter and plug looked original. From the looks, I’m both shocked he let you Work on it, and surprised at the quality that it’s run this long. “Abused “ does not even come close to describing what that saws been thru. Soup Nazi would throw him out, without question.
thank you for your videos i am learning a lot ,could you please tell me what the test you do by running the saw on its side and then up is for, i seen a video where you said but i cant find it again thanks again and God bless
When you are looking down the cylinder with your camera, could you please explain what are the holes are on the side of the cylinder? I'm sure one is the intake, one is the exhaust but what are the other two? Thank you.
Once got a really careful playing with them skid steers hit a root in the driveway and ripped my biceps out both my arms right out of my shoulder joints
Throttle rod was most likely not connected at the carb when aftermarket was put in. The trigger was pushing into something and was traveling to its length freely. The trigger was squeezed as though it was connected and would not throttle up so it was squeezed harder which then broke off the fulcrum tab of the trigger? My diagnosis.
I have used aftermarket and found that they NEVER operate as OEM. They never tune and stay consistent, get an idle and won’t rev up, get it rev and it won’t idle. I had one aftermarket that just would not idle no matter what the needle did. Pulled the needle to find no tip, found the tip of the needle stuck in its bore.
JIS Standard. I'm not convinced you need one, since comparing a new JIS to an old worn Phillips is unfair and the Japanese use the same ISO Phillips pattern these days.
That one's running nice now! I liked the video. One thing I noticed in the close ups of that aftermarket carb was the large amount of scrapes and dings on the machined face. Like it got tumbled in a bin with 100 other ones. On the other side, I noticed some rough finish on the diecast surface, as if the casting die had been ground off with an angle grinder or coarse paper. Just zero care at the factory for these surfaces, which need to be made properly to work properly. Nice job on the repairs. Did you name this saw "Floppy" for the custom starter handle arrangement? 8^) Cheers!
Hello Erica, I enjoy watching your videos. I always learn from them. Thank You! I have a Stihl 009 and an Echo 650EVL each about 40 years old. I more recently added a Stihl 271. I enjoy cutting but Father (Time) doesn't let me do as much as I'd like. I was hoping I could ask a favor. I believe that you have shown a Stihl parts kit with several misc. screws, bolts, Etc. I tried to go through old videos to find it, but could not find any where you showed it. Could you tell the P/N of that kit again? Can you ship to the US? Can you drop ship? If so what might it cost to order from you and have it shipped? My local Stihl dealer claims to know nothing about such a kit and is not willing to try to look it up. Thanks again for your videos and your training.
I bought some air filters for my stihl 130R and the air didn't go through. I have always let the stihl dealer fix any problems that have happened. When I bought the 130R it had to be the hardest thing to pull to start. After watching some videos on RUclips I decided to buy a filler gauge to adjust the values and that made it turn over so much easier. The dealer i bought it from would not do it. Also bought a new Gravelly commercial zero turn and the dealer who happens to be the owner said when I change the engine oil to put in 3 quarts of oil in. So i did, then checked the oil and it was way over full. So then drained out the extra oil. Not listening to him again. Now i live in another state and this dealer says to use straight 30 weight where before Kawasaki said to use 20 50 oil. I don't get it.
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Good morning, all! I am so glad that you could make it! I hope you enjoy this movie about a Stihl MS361 that didn’t want to run right! Let me know in the comments, what model of chainsaw do you own and how long have you owned it for ? Thanks for being here!! 😊
I've got an 015L, 031AV, 037 AV Super, 066, and one Martha Stewart model, my MS361. Couldn't tell ya how long I've had them.
1 = West Germany 2 =Virginia Beach USA 3 = Brazil 5= Virginia Beach USA 8 = China 😎😀 Erica
I have a 056 super that has weak spark with a SEM ignition system. Would the parts you mentioned for a 056 help?
@@marriedwithsmallengines Stihl S-10 and 08S I’ve Had Them Both 30 Years Now 1 009 and an 015AV an 046 Magnum and 2 Stihl TS-350’s and a TS-400 2 TS-420’s a TS-760 and 1 MS201T and 1 MS201TC-M an MS020T and Still Growing My Collection All are Runners 😀😇😀😊
I bought an aftermarket carb and installed it myself. Saved a ton of money!...then I took it to the shop and paid a pro to fix it right. I see this a lot.
My neighbor is like that, even for his cars!! You would think he would learn 😂
@@TheGreasyShopRag Those Pesky Flea Bay Carbs Ughhhh😬
I have used several after maket carbs on trimmers, blowers, and saws with good success over the last 10 or 15 years. Now there was a time only as a last resort I'd use one. I do prefer to rebuild them if at all possible. A lot of times an after market Carb will come as kit, new fuel line, filter, air filter and spark plugs. The other issue is that sometimes you can get all that for less than the Walbro or Zama kit. I'm not a dealer, but I've been working on this stuff since the day when Homelite was still a player, at least here in the midwest. I do repair as a hobby, and a way to make a little cash, and to supplement my retirement that will start in 15 months. Thanks for your material, and even the Cub Snowblower. Enjoyed that too.
Bought my first saw 6 years ago, MS170. Since then added MS250, 291, 261c, 400c. Love cutting. I really
appreciate your style and
attention to detail in the videos.👍🏻So much to learn
here if one pays attention.
Great work, keep it up!
Entering all those old Stihl parts by part number and brief description into a simple spreadsheet sounds like a good job for a student or someone looking for a cheap day's work. You never know, there could be thousands in unobtainable parts that could save old machines that otherwise could not be repaired!😊 Keep up the great work!
Great video as always😊 So envious of all your snow! Very rarely get it here on Anglesey Island (north Wales, UK)
Love "the crypt" for parts. Guess we all have one hidden away. Some of your takedowns and repairs I'd never even begin. You teach us a lot Erica...thx.
Thank you so much for watching!
I love when you dig deep into the problem with these saws ,I too enjoy tearing into something to see what is wrong. Great job 😊
Thank you!
The 361 is notorious for letting fine sawdust in from around the air filter. That makes the piston look like it’s been sandblasted. I use dielectric grease to seal the air filter
lip on mine . Good saws but I hardly use it anymore since purchasing a 550xp g. I’ve said before, I wish a shop like yours was here. Excellent work!👏👍
Thank goodness this one didn’t turn into a part saw. My anxiety always gets up when the pressure tester comes out. And it’s always satisfying to see a cut test after.
Mine too!! 😂
“2 stroke equipment has no forgiveness”. Exactly. If I’m describing the difference between 2 or 4 stroke to someone who doesn’t know about engines in general I say “2 strokes are incredibly simple and either they’re RIGHT or they’re NOT”. TOTALLY agreed about OEM parts, SOME aftermarket stuff has no place in the critical systems. Looks cold up there!
It is cold 🥶
Thanks for watching! 😊👍
Excellent diagnostic approach to this repair, I loved it! Waiting for the next!
Hello from a stihl tech in Sweden! 1 is germany. 2 and 5 is usa. 3 is brazil and 8 are the little country china.
God video as always! Greetings from Viktor in Sweden
Thanks for the info!
Great job on getting it sorted out. Thanks!
Erica, you guys get quite a good snowfall
I’ve got a little Oregon chain saw I bought ten or so years ago, used it exactly twice. Once a storm blew down a pine tree, and one tree I fell ( not very big). Each time I drained fuel and ran it dry to store. Next time I use it I’ll use that Aspen fuel I can leave in. REALLY ENJOY YOUR CHAINSAW VIDS AND THE SNOWBLOWER VID AS WELL👍
To replace fuel filters I bend a piece of wire and pull them out. Very simple and free...
The two Names you found on the Fuel Filters are from German Companies specialised in manufacturing Filters for various applications. They are located not far from the Stihl Factory in southern Germany.
Regards from northern Germany not far away from the Border to Denmark. 😅
That was great...I learn something every time I watch you. You're a great teacher!
Mornen Erika,,your a happy ,happy girl today ..nice...makes my day...i have never seen or felt snow yet..hopefully one day...look forward to your videos...good teachings...Chistmas round the corner ,,hope yous have nice one...lots of rain over here at the moment..got a ,09 ms 180c ,brought new back then ,,an was given a ms 390 a while ago ,,not a goer yet ,,time is the factor at the moment...keep it up..xxx
Thank you!!😊
Your investigative skills are spot on. Another successful chainsaw repair is in the books
Time for a fresh coffee and on to the next chainsaw !! Yes ma'am
Beautiful fix Erica, job well done and nice hot coffee much deserved 👍
Good job Erica the customer has
real professional were he lives
We got banned from using used engine oil in our chainsaws due to it causing cancer. Folk still using it are daft. I rebuild all my saw carbs. Great video, again👍
Thank you for this video. The Amazon carbs come with many small parts. I have had an aftermarket fuel line hold pressure on a pressure test, however the tank leaked because the stiffer material did not mold to the tank housing very well.
Thank you for posting this excellent video. I liked seeing how you went about repairing it. I agree with you about using OEM parts. I prefer them also. The only large device I own which has an engine is my car, and that goes to the dealer for all services now. It costs me more, but I need the car to work as designed at all times, and OEM parts plus an experienced technician help make that possible for me. I've never been stuck on the breakdown lane yet. Now getting back to your video....and bearing in mind that I'm no expert....I think you need trays to help hold loose parts for you. Your carburetor stand is really nice. I wonder if there could be some attachment for it that will hold the carburetor solidly in place for you so you can assemble and reassemble it quickly. I notice that the carburetor moves on the carburetor stand quite a lot. If it could be pressed against the back of the stand and held immobile that would help you. I was completely shocked to see the bar oil tank filled with used motor oil. The acids in that must destroy the bar and chain and clutch parts rather quickly. Whew. What a way to ruin a $1,100 investment. Plus the motor oil itself is a hazard to anyone coming in contact with it.
Excellent! I have a MS170, 038, and a Husqvarna 136.
I got my first Stihl about 5 years ago.MS 171.since then I have added a 009,026,036,038 magnum,041 farm boss..all of them run and cut wood for my firewood sales.
Amazing!
Morning Erica. Maybe I missed it in the video, but the reason why the owner of this saw put on an aftermarket fuel line with that aftermarket carb is because it comes as a kit on Amazon. Usually there will be a fuel line and filter, carb, maybe an oil line and filter, some kits have a new air filter, etc. Cheapest of the cheap for sure.
Have a great day
That’s likely the reason but he re used the Stihl fuel filter.
Well said
@@marriedwithsmallengines maybe the one that came with the set fell apart?
I've used those $15 sets before, let's just say you want to keep as many of the old parts as possible.
I'm with you on aftermarket stuff. I own a John Deere 66SV, twin cylinder, which is an Echo CST 610 EVL but the Ignition module went bad and haven't been able to find one. Some good but mostly bad. Great repair! I watched most of this on my way to remove a dead animal from someone's interior wall of their house. It was a stinky job but smelled like money $$$$ to me. Thanks!
The motorsäge master mechanic solves another one. Comparing the details of quality vs. junk parts is interesting. Nice closeups in order to show us things. The little details are appreciated like the music and sound effects which are just for fun. Thanks for all the work you put into this video. 😀
Thank you Ron!!!
Wow what a video!!! Keep em coming please, thank you ma'am!
Good morning my friend nice video well done 😊🎄
Another awesome video,great work thank you, Erica
Happy to be watching! As long as you make your chainsaw videos I’ll watch. Thank you so much 👍
That was a great snow rodeo and skid steer dance!
Great save with the OEM carb.
It is unbelievable how folks don’t clean their equipment!
I use an in-line cup that has line in and out with a seal cap. Hook up and test as normal, any fuel will get caught in the cup and cannot get through to the pump. The in-line cup works like the old glass fuel filters that were on so many implement engines prior to the 70’s. An in-line capture cup is also used today with a hydraulic brake bleeder.
I would love someone come in with a piece of equipment and ask for doctor Erica to fix it
I learn so much from you. Thanks!
As I've said every time one is on, the MS361 is one of my favorite saws, also, I won't use aftermarket Fuel Filters ,Fuel Hoses, Air Filters, Carburetors, or coils. I found too many that were junk when I was working on saws. If it's worth rebuilding/maintaining, then it's worth investing in quality parts.
👍😁
I must also add though that there are some quality made aftermarket stuff from Sawzilla among other sources that are not Chinese junk. 🙂
I have learned to get the stihl lines. That o-ring keeps the line from collapsing when it goes around the tight corner. Seems to me the crispy metering diaphragm was the original problem. For someone wanting to save money, he just cost himself more, not to mention spending more on chains, bars and sprockets. Maybe he wants to spend money on rotator cuff surgery instead of an elasto handle.
Old New Parts are great but take up space, like the Morgue of Chainsaws out back.😊
There’s some money back on the $100 you paid for all those boxes Erica😊
Erica you’ll need to covered him back to Bar-Oil Erica👍
The fuel line may of came with aftermarket Carburettor as with spark plug and fuel filter as a package.😊
Don’t forget the part you borrowed from your rebuilding 361 saw for this job, to charge to replace yours.😊
The reason I buy after market replacement parts for stihl equipment is the local stihl dealer charges $15.00 for shipping per item
I think after the pressure test, I would recommend to the customer to replace the rings and give the saw some fresh cross hatching, it be a good thing for the next couple years!
That diaframs and membrans come to life again if You put them into brake fluid and stay there a week ,become soft again.That is a metod for old chainsaw when You don-t find kit membrans .
Thumbs up great video,i have had a lot of saws throughout the year's, Im like Kens Small Engine, i pick up lots of saws,fix ,use and sell,but do have a couple Stihl,Echo saws that I wont sell,,used to have a small Pioneer that i used alot
Thanks for watching!
I thought… fuel line soon as you tipped it up…. Welll done as usual!!💪🥰🥰😘😘🍺🍺
Another great video Ericia!!
When dropping the stihl fuel line vs the dropping of the aftermarket. Listen to the sound when they hit the table. The hard aftermarket makes a sound you definitely hear. The stihl being much softer makes nearly no sound. The aftermarket never follows the fuel level unless you add a weight.
Hi Erica 🎄 ❄️. Watching your video
Hi! Thanks for watching!
Hi
That’s a strong saw
Sure is!
Erica, the person is putting used motor oil as chain lube, you shouldn’t be surprised about the fuel line. Have a great christmas.😊
Loving the new artistic video thumbnails. 🇦🇺🇨🇦
Looks Like Tyler Is Having Fun Playing in The Snow 🥶😀 Skid Steers are Fun to Drive 😀 Excellent Diagnosis and Repair Erica Canada’s Best Saw Detective 😀😇😊👍🏼 Got it Figured Out and Repaired to Perfection
I might. Pick up a junk saw and try to fix it❤
I change carburetor on my ms 250 three years ago.OEM
👍👍👍. Appreciate your efforts into going into the finer details Erica, the smaller issues, the whys and when’s and possibilities of simple things like a harder fuel line not allowing the filter to stay submerged in the fuel tank etc.! I always notice how you, when installing bolts and screws always install the screw by turning a small rotation in reverse, before turning clockwise to tighten…true understanding and workwomanship on installing fasteners correctly!! 👍👍. Watching your vids, I always wonder in the owners of the equipment you’re repairing…are also watching and grasping the valuable information you are graciously sharing?? It boggles my mind why people use old, dirty, worn out engine oil…my neighbor included…as bar lubricants. It does little to lubrcate the chain and bar, and further contaminates the world we live in…..does anyone think of what we are leaving behind for our children and grandchildren??? Thumbs up to Erica everyone! 👍👍👍👍 1:12:52
Nice job 👍👍👍
Mustie 1 goes to the ort cloud for parts
Hi Erica, I've only heard of used motor oil as a substitute for bar oil and now that I've seen it I'll continue to use bar oil as I have for over 40 years! 😅
Several times you spoke of old fuel and the damage it does to the carburetor if it sits over time or long term storage. Myself, I drain the tank then run the engine until it dies before I put them away but I've always thought; "is there something I can flush the entire system with such as alcohol or mineral spirits or perhaps another solution?"
My thought was to draw it through the system using the primer bulb then empty the tank and pump the bulb until empty. I'd like to know your thoughts or recommendations and also if I'm over thinking this which I tend to do quite often...🙄🙄😂
Thank you again Erica!
Bob
We like using canned fuel for storage , Stihl motomix , kinetix , aspen all work great.
Dump the pump fuel out.
Add your storage fuel and run it for a few mins!
Into storage! 😊
@@marriedwithsmallengines Thank you very much for the reply and all the superb videos!!
Merry Christmas!!
I think some aftermarket carbs come as a kit with lines and filters and spark plug etc. So maybe he replaced the line with the carb. Air filters are definitely buyer beware... they are the parts you have been warned about when buying online.
I like the intros to all videos. I get the Mr Roger's vibe. 😎 keep em coming . Waiting anxiously for the old hornet. I Don't know why but I can't wait. Like waiting for Santa on Christmas eve to arrive.
I am familiar with the starts, bog down and starts screaming concept. But mine isn’t chainsaw related and I too bring it on myself
Excellent again Erica!
I concur with the stiff fuel line, probably came with the carburetor. Walbro does make great stuff, has been for quite a few years and is the primary blueprint for the thieves in the world 😢
Oh hell yeah I have a FS91 pro trimmer I'd like to schedule a spa treatment for.Runs great but dirty 😃
Book it in! 🤣
@@marriedwithsmallengines I definitely would but I'm from across the pond north coast of Ohio
I'm not saying it's a good idea, but if you don't mind waiting a week and ordering from China, you can get after-market fuel lines for about $1.80 Canadian each delivered !
Serial number for Stihl chainsaw
My MS461 was made in Germany, my MS180 and MS310 was USA.
• If the first digit in the serial number is a 1 then it was manufactured in Germany
• If it’s a 2 or a 5 it was manufactured in the United States
• A 3 means it’s manufactured in Brazil
• Serial starting with 8 is Chinese made
• Starting with 4 means made in Austria
That's a pretty provocative thumbnail. 🤣👍 Maybe your next venture should be a calendar? 😂
Lol, I don't think anyone would buy it!!
You are awesome. 👍
I bet you wish that skid steer had a quick disconnect six way blade.
Thanks for sharing a pleasure to watch all your videos.. how many acres do you and your husband have it looks beautiful
The $25 carb kit came with carb, fuel line, spark plug, air cleaner. But that air filter and plug looked original. From the looks, I’m both shocked he let you
Work on it, and surprised at the quality that it’s run this long. “Abused “ does not even come close to describing what that saws been thru. Soup Nazi would throw him out, without question.
Can a faulty compression release mess up a cylinder? I’ve herd mixed things an I was thinking of blocking mine off
I have two stihl saws. One is a 260 and one is a 270. The 260 is more than 20 years old and the 270 is about 15
Awesome!
After market carburetor 😮 you get what you pay for when you buy them OEM carburetor is the best way to go Erika
You’re right. 😊
@@marriedwithsmallengines 👍👌
thank you for your videos i am learning a lot ,could you please tell me what the test you do by running the saw on its side and then up is for, i seen a video where you said but i cant find it again
thanks again and God bless
Great job. Is a vacuum/pressure test done regularly? What problem make you think it needs a test?
If that aftermarket carb sticks wide open isn’t that the position that the throttle link rod disconnect as it draws backwards?
Erica those tools to remove and replace crank seals will 5hey work on Echo chainsaws or are they different
That part bag looks older than you!!
It might be!!
When you are looking down the cylinder with your camera, could you please explain what are the holes are on the side of the cylinder? I'm sure one is the intake, one is the exhaust but what are the other two? Thank you.
simply the best video. Is rally driver Kalle Rovanperä there?
Yes! Lol
Erica, you are very observant. Thank you from Dublin Ireland.
When buying aftermarket carb they can come with the fuel line, air filter and plug.
Why don't you do a pressure vac test on the saws with the the decompression valve in to see if it's bad?
Once got a really careful playing with them skid steers hit a root in the driveway and ripped my biceps out both my arms right out of my shoulder joints
Ouch!!
You big tease Erica!
Fuel filter should go out easily toolless
Yes, when using OEM fuel line , the fuel filter will easily come off. This aftermarket line wouldn’t let go!!
@@marriedwithsmallengines It's pure junk..
I enjoy watching the work you do very good also tyler was good to
Erica you would make a great auto Tech, but I wouldn't whish that on anyone these days !
Throttle rod was most likely not connected at the carb when aftermarket was put in. The trigger was pushing into something and was traveling to its length freely. The trigger was squeezed as though it was connected and would not throttle up so it was squeezed harder which then broke off the fulcrum tab of the trigger? My diagnosis.
Something like that! He did run it for a while with the AM carb.
I have used aftermarket and found that they NEVER operate as OEM. They never tune and stay consistent, get an idle and won’t rev up, get it rev and it won’t idle. I had one aftermarket that just would not idle no matter what the needle did. Pulled the needle to find no tip, found the tip of the needle stuck in its bore.
What was the new screwdrivers you were using?
JIS Standard.
I'm not convinced you need one, since comparing a new JIS to an old worn Phillips is unfair and the Japanese use the same ISO Phillips pattern these days.
Vessel armor grip available frome Amazon
I own 2 stihl ms 400C chainsaws and a stihl ms 261C
Glad to be here to 👍🙂
Hi Erika Could you please tell me what is the Green O ring on the Oem fuel line is it to tell you it is useable for ethanol thanks Mick 🇬🇧
Made in Brazil 🇧🇷
That one's running nice now! I liked the video. One thing I noticed in the close ups of that aftermarket carb was the large amount of scrapes and dings on the machined face. Like it got tumbled in a bin with 100 other ones. On the other side, I noticed some rough finish on the diecast surface, as if the casting die had been ground off with an angle grinder or coarse paper. Just zero care at the factory for these surfaces, which need to be made properly to work properly. Nice job on the repairs. Did you name this saw "Floppy" for the custom starter handle arrangement? 8^) Cheers!
I noticed that too. Cheaply made trash.
Hello Erica, I enjoy watching your videos. I always learn from them. Thank You!
I have a Stihl 009 and an Echo 650EVL each about 40 years old. I more recently added a Stihl 271. I enjoy cutting but Father (Time) doesn't let me do as much as I'd like.
I was hoping I could ask a favor. I believe that you have shown a Stihl parts kit with several misc. screws, bolts, Etc. I tried to go through old videos to find it, but could not find any where you showed it. Could you tell the P/N of that kit again? Can you ship to the US? Can you drop ship? If so what might it cost to order from you and have it shipped? My local Stihl dealer claims to know nothing about such a kit and is not willing to try to look it up.
Thanks again for your videos and your training.
I bought some air filters for my stihl 130R and the air didn't go through. I have always let the stihl dealer fix any problems that have happened. When I bought the 130R it had to be the hardest thing to pull to start. After watching some videos on RUclips I decided to buy a filler gauge to adjust the values and that made it turn over so much easier. The dealer i bought it from would not do it. Also bought a new Gravelly commercial zero turn and the dealer who happens to be the owner said when I change the engine oil to put in 3 quarts of oil in. So i did, then checked the oil and it was way over full. So then drained out the extra oil. Not listening to him again. Now i live in another state and this dealer says to use straight 30 weight where before Kawasaki said to use 20 50 oil. I don't get it.