I got this 044 for free. It seems like relatively low hours; my brother just left it stored in direct Arizona sunlight. The rings were galled on to piston on the exhaust side. I was considering a Hyway big bore kit or Meteor. Upon more research some recommended trying to salvage the original. I sanded off most of the transfer from the piston. However, there are some gouges ( barely catch a fingernail) above the exhaust port. My question is: is this worth trying to run or should I just get a new cylinder. The saw will mainly be used for ranch/ homestead work. This is my first chainsaw rebuild although I am mechanically able.