2-StrokeDude
ArboristSite Member
Hey all, I'm new to the forum and I’m currently working on rebuilding a free MS 361 I got. The piston blew up and destroyed the cylinder, bottom end crank bearings and the connecting rod bearing. So I’ve split the cases, and I am planning on replacing the crank, main bearings and seals, cylinder and piston.
Here’s what parts I’m planning on purchasing, how does the cylinder kit look? It says it’s got a Nikasil coating so it seems like it would be a decent cylinder. I’m fine if I need to chamfer the ports a little bit to clean it up
Cylinder -
www.ebay.com
Crank -
www.ebay.com
Bearings and seal kit -
www.ebay.com
The crank looks pretty nice to me and is most similar looking one compared to the original OEM crank.
I’m trying to get away with rebuilding this saw for $200 or so. With all of the things I’m buying for it I would be out about $185. Do you think these are decent parts? Not looking to get a Hyway or Metoer kit, yes I know they are better or OEM parts are best, but I’m kinda on a budget here so trying to keep things cheap but still get decent parts.
Think these parts would be decent and last a while? Probably would be better than the Farmertec junk?
Here’s what parts I’m planning on purchasing, how does the cylinder kit look? It says it’s got a Nikasil coating so it seems like it would be a decent cylinder. I’m fine if I need to chamfer the ports a little bit to clean it up
Cylinder -
Stihl MS361 MS 361 Nikasil cylinder piston kit 47mm with gaskets Chainsaw ms | eBay
Fits Stihl chainsaw models MS361.www.ebay.com
Crank -
Tecomec Crankshaft fits Stihl MS341 MS361 - Replaces Stihl 1135 030 0400 | eBay
Crankshaft fits Stihl MS341, MS361.www.ebay.com
Bearings and seal kit -
RTS Complete Crankshaft Bearing Kit for Stihl MS361 MS 361 C-M TWO Seals Gaskets | eBay
For MS361 Chainsaws. Includes: Flywheel side crankshaft bearing and seal, Clutch side crankshaft bearing and seal, Case half gasket, Cylinder base gasket, Muffler gasket, Piston needle bearing, Clutch drum needle bearing, and clutch drum e-clip.www.ebay.com
The crank looks pretty nice to me and is most similar looking one compared to the original OEM crank.
I’m trying to get away with rebuilding this saw for $200 or so. With all of the things I’m buying for it I would be out about $185. Do you think these are decent parts? Not looking to get a Hyway or Metoer kit, yes I know they are better or OEM parts are best, but I’m kinda on a budget here so trying to keep things cheap but still get decent parts.
Think these parts would be decent and last a while? Probably would be better than the Farmertec junk?