Clogged muffler solution

[qiglo]

I have an Oympyk 264 with a clogged muffler making it impossible to operate the pull start. The muffler is a one piece unit that cant be opened.

The outside is good, it seems a shame to throw it just because deposits have built up inside. Can they be cleaned out removed by soaking in some caustic solution, or what do you guys do?

 

[Onan18]

Heat, build a big fire, get it rip roaring hot, throw the muffler in it and burn the carbon out.

Joe

 

[Deleted member 83629]

bbq muffler that is the only way to do it ^^^^^
it is usually done when the carbon turns grey and powders out.

 

[qiglo]

Rats, I just had a few big bonfires here recently. The above solution does require a bit of preparation though.

 

[Bilge Rat LT 20]

Shooters Choice shotgun choke cleaner loosens the carbon pretty good. I use it on the screens to quickly clean them.

It may not clean a muffler all out but it gets the carbon loose enough that part of it washes right out.

It may be worth trying before and after burning it out.

 

[Justsaws]

Propane torch, outside in a well ventilated area. It will take awhile to get it all cleaned up. The 264 is a solid saw, well worth the effort. Wish there was still P/C sets availible.

 

[SEAM]

I use a propane camping stove... torch will do but produces a lot more heat.

 

[Vizionary]

I also use a propane torch to do that kinda jobs. It isn't a big risk, just don't go to close.

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[Mr Goodwrench]

Shooters Choice shotgun choke cleaner loosens the carbon pretty good. I use it on the screens to quickly clean them.

It may not clean a muffler all out but it gets the carbon loose enough that part of it washes right out.

It may be worth trying before and after burning it out.

Yeah works better if you take it off the saw first.