Stihl 362 version 2 parts interchange

[gmctyphoon]

Does anyone know if a cylinder from a version 2 362 will fit the older 362? I searched and couldn’t find the answer.
Thank you,
Greg

 

[alexcagle]

 

[gmctyphoon]

That’s pretty cut and dry then,
Thank you

 

[alexcagle]

Welcome.
If you go into your post and edit tags, others that have the same question in a search will find an answer.

 

[gmctyphoon]

Ok. So the add tags link? What should I add to the tag to help others? Not sure how it works. My whole question in the first post?

 

[alexcagle]

MS362 New Cylinder compatibility on older versions, Stihl MS362 Etc

 

[gmctyphoon]

Done.

 

[alexcagle]

It's pretty cool that Stihl has engineers who are constantly seeking improvement in previous designs, and addressing possible issues with current designs.
I know when I went to the plant, they spoke about design improvements, and the inherent constraints they must deal with.
They seek design improvements when they see an increased demand for certain replacement parts.
This means that failing parts need an improved design, and must fit earlier serial numbers as well, if at all possible.
A last resort is a major design change, so there either are great benefits, or a flaw in the existing design.