Mongo
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I have a Makita dcs 6401. A couple of them actually. I hear all this talk about modifying mufflers and couldn't find much info on how to do one. I know that all saws are not the same so I was wondering if there is anyone who has done one on a 6401 or dolmar 6400. The 6401 is an exceptional saw for my standards but I would like to tinker with one of them and see what the difference in the two would be. I also read something about trimming the carb. I have no idea what "trimming" means. Is that a requirement with modifying a muffler? I would like to avoid messing with the carburetor, except for adjusting it, if at all possible. I'm pretty handy with tools and mechanic work but I have never fooled around with a muffler on a chainsaw. I would be grateful for any advice! Oh, and there's one other thing. What is the highest compression anyone has seen on a chainsaw? Mine check out at 170 and 165. Is that about average?