fuel and spark wont run?
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wigglesworth
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A 2 stroke needs three things to run: Fuel, Spark and Compression. If you have the first two, time for a compression check.
redprospector
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anndddd, if someone at the factory, didnt tighten the flywheel enough, you could have spark, but at the wrong time--sheared key
Thanks guys. It was compression. I think it is time for a rebuild, but, considering the cost I might just buy a new one. If I do get a new one what is recommended. My uses will be cutting firewood, framing houses and eventually milling. Is there a saw that can do all that or do I need two?
wigglesworth
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Well if you plan on milling, most reccomend over 80cc, but that can get pretty heavy bucking firewood. There are a lot of factors here, money being the biggest. A good pro level saw that is big enough for milling is gonna set you back close to $1k .
Dont give up on the john deere yet. What model is it? It might be fixable.
Entry level - cs36 14" bar. Was given to me by father-in-law so only have 30 bucks into it. I am mechanically capable so could do piston replacement myself. I just figured if piston and ring were going to be around 100 bucks I might as well get a new one. I have been doing some research and realize I will need a big saw for milling and will need a smaller saw for general use. 1K is what a rifle or other good gear costs me so I am ok with that, but, I understand your statement about using such a big saw freehand all day.
