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Fair enough. If you are going with aftermarket then consider something decent like Meteor. It is such a good little saw the 026 that it would be unfair to stuff some Chinese crap in there!!

The 026 is a great pro saw. If you will be working it, then I would replace the piston (and maybe rings too). If you are only needing this one for occasional use then I would reuse it, based on the numbers you gave.

Fuel line?? Is it kinked?

Here is mine. Works great. Went to the local Husky dealer and asked if I could trace his splitter onto some paper. Took a few hours to build. Used 6mm steel and cut out with plasma cutter, which was very rough. The die grinding to smooth the pattern out took most all the time. Would use a good...

Good catch! Did he mean sealant?

Yes I can get a new one posted for around $115 US, but that equates to $160 Aus. I've got too much into this particular saw to spend that. And having a whole other perfectly running 044 already is making the decision for me. I know I can get an 039 carb, so if it won't be a performance killer I...

I'm quite new to carb testing. Have you got a link to something outlining the vacuum test procedure? I watched some vids on pressure and did as they said. Nothing about vacuum was mentioned.

The 361 is a different carb.

The 390 is a Walbro HD 19B or 19C. 044 is 17A (i think off the top of my head).

Yes I will find one and ask.

I know the 390 carbs bolt on, is there much difference in performance? I assume the venturi size differs?

Yes I checked the tab thinking it might have some extra material, but nope, all good. It has got me stumped. Just gets way too much fuel when vibrating strongly at idle. As has been said earlier, I will look for a used carb.

Check for kink in fuel line when the carb is pushed all the way back to the boot. 044 known problem.

I would just like it to idle nicely when I put it down.

Yeah ok. If I am holding the saw (general use) then the idle is pretty solid. But when I put it on the ground (move a log etc) it immediately starts acting up. If I then put my hand on it, and calm the vibrations, it settles down again. I was concerned that by lowering the metering arm so much...

Poleman, I sealed the welch plug and put a small amount of stretch in the spring. No difference. I then lowered the metering arm again to about 40 thou under top edge and it idles a little bit better. Seems to be getting enough fuel at the top end too but I'm worried that may change mid cut on...

Thanks Poleman. Will give this a try and report back.

Update - pressure tested carb and it holds fine to 7psi. I didn't go above this. Should I keep going to find what pressure will cause it to pop?

Mate that is an awesome offer. I thank you very much. I may just take you up on it as it appears there is nothing available down here used. Really appreciate it.

Here's one for ya. Check out the pto side bearing situation!!!