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I've two 038 supers I got for free (bad top ends....).
I plan on comparing one built with nos stihl parts the other with after market parts (where available of course, other "bad" parts might be nos/aftermarket too.....). I will compare such things as fit and finish, tolerances (mikied with machinist guages as delivered) weights (piston/ring/pin /clip assy, anyone consider balance?????), overall quality, and in the end PERFORMANCE.
I plan on keeping one and selling the other to offset cost.
I will refrain from naming the aftermarket companies for the sake of not getting sued...........
This might take a few weeks/months, will keep you all educated/updated!!!!
If you have input, please do, MANY here know more than me............... I've posted about this rebuilding of my free saws (and I thank those that have given me an insight),but I think this is the best way for those involved with rebuilding to have a handle/input.
I am planning on investing in a digital camera, if so pictures will be forthcoming, be patient!!!
Best regards, MP
I've two 038 supers I got for free (bad top ends....).
I plan on comparing one built with nos stihl parts the other with after market parts (where available of course, other "bad" parts might be nos/aftermarket too.....). I will compare such things as fit and finish, tolerances (mikied with machinist guages as delivered) weights (piston/ring/pin /clip assy, anyone consider balance?????), overall quality, and in the end PERFORMANCE.
I plan on keeping one and selling the other to offset cost.
I will refrain from naming the aftermarket companies for the sake of not getting sued...........
This might take a few weeks/months, will keep you all educated/updated!!!!
If you have input, please do, MANY here know more than me............... I've posted about this rebuilding of my free saws (and I thank those that have given me an insight),but I think this is the best way for those involved with rebuilding to have a handle/input.
I am planning on investing in a digital camera, if so pictures will be forthcoming, be patient!!!
Best regards, MP