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  1. traktorz

    The Beg for Manuals Thread

    I'm looking for Workshop Manual and/or Illustrated Parts List for Stihl FS 240 C-E (bike-handle trimmer/brushcutter). https://www.stihlusa.com/products/trimmers-and-brushcutters/professional-trimmers/fs240/
  2. traktorz

    MS 241 c-m or 543xp or ?

    The Stihl MS241C-M did get a rework some year back, I think with a lighter clutch cover and some changes in the wiring for the M-Tronics. Can be seen if looking at the placement of the M-Tronic diagnostic connector, which moved from left side to the right side, or was it the other way around...
  3. traktorz

    543xp vs 241cm Help!

    Even if I skipped the 40-45cc class of saws, I may come back and add one in future. I don't regret getting the the lighter MS201C-M, paired with a HVA550XPG/CS2253WH, the latter with heated handles. Our MS201 works well with the chains Oregon 91VXL044 & 91VXL050, using the 12" & 14" lightweight...
  4. traktorz

    Husky 345 vs 350

    The HVA345 and CS2145 are powerful 45cc saws with a good throttle response for limbing. Our CS2150 & CS2153 provides some better torque in the cut. Those series of saws are easy to maintain and repair, and spare parts are available. Our CS2153 from year 2004, still runs like new, however have...
  5. traktorz

    Stihl ms362 walbro carb help

    Our Stihl MS362 C-Q didn't run on idle, and acted irregular on adjusting the L needle. Tried first with the carburator repair kit (diaphragms and valve), but to no avail. Had to replace the entire Walbro carburetor WTE-8 with the newer WTE-8A Items changed: 1140 007 1004 Membransats till Walbro...
  6. traktorz

    Dealer says Husqvarna 550xp and 545 are junk

    While once getting a new chainsaw, get the heated handles model.
  7. traktorz

    Talk me into an ms362

    Good comparison with relevant remarks.
  8. traktorz

    MS201 TC Won't start

    The MS201C-M doesn't have a primer bulb. Experiencing starting problems frequently, might be either fuel or ignition problems. Replacing the spark plug is a simple test. Replacing gas for alkylate fuel mix is another easy test. However, if problems still exists, either it's a problem with the...
  9. traktorz

    Autotune and rev boost

    Jonsered CS2252 (Husqvarna 545) and CS2258 (Husqvarna 555) might be alternative choices, all of these having Autotune carburators, which I find gives superior throttle control, compared to our other older saws. Preferring heated handles, as I do, requires the top models though.
  10. traktorz

    Autotune and rev boost

    Rev boost is accomplished by crankcase stuffers and temporary advance ignition, mainly for delimbing benefits. AutoTune is replacing the carburators adjustment screws. Comparing our previous generation CS2152 with a new CS2253WH, the newer saw with CarbControl, runs smoother over the entire...
  11. traktorz

    The Beg for Manuals Thread

    Great thanks, I got what I asked for, but unfortunately I made a typo above. I need the IPL for the MS201C-M, not the MS210 model.
  12. traktorz

    The Beg for Manuals Thread

    I'm also looking for the IPL & SM manual for the new Stihl MS 201 C-M. Serial number like: 1-79-000-000 Note: corrected the model number to MS201
  13. traktorz

    common chain for stihl 193T and 201T

    Our MS192 came with PMM3 chain. Found it jumping off the bar and loosen teeth, so replaced with Sugihara 12" bar and Oregon 91VXL-44 semi chisel chain. A much more robust combo as the result, but unfortunately the tiny 30 cc engine of the MS192 wasn't up to handling this heavier combo...
  14. traktorz

    550xp keeps dying

    I also conclude the AutoTune hasn't tuned in optimal yet, but after 3 tanks it's first now ready to perform real work. Still the break in period is in the middle though. Try change the fuel to Aspen 2% mix. Less problems and more consistent behavior with Alkylat fuel mix.
  15. traktorz

    Stihl MS 261 and 362 get an Update

    According to the german test institute KWF, (if you can trust german tests at all nowadays, with VW in fresh mind), the MS 362 C-M is a heavy beast, with it's 7.4 kg equipped with 18" bar and chain. Empty weight of the powerhead only is still 6.0 kg. We have the MS 362 C-Q model, which is even...
  16. traktorz

    Broke the new 550XP in tonight!!!!

    Real pros of the past, at the times when the 242XPG ruled, first thing they did was to remove the dog. The reason was it hindered the limbing work, and you know, they newer used others than 13" bars.
  17. traktorz

    New MS462 C-M...

    Well, the MS441C-M was Stihl's first approach with M-Tronic. Gradually their portfolio of professional saws has been moved to saws with M-Tronic. So, if there's a market space for a 76cc saw, even when already having a 71cc model, a MS461C-M makes sense as an evolutionary model. The current...
  18. traktorz

    543xp ? 550xp? 545?

    The Jonsered PeakPulse or Husqvarna RevBoost is a revelation for those experienced it. It's very contagious, since it will benefit your work with a saw substantially. It's not all about rpm alone, it's more about response and torque. The technology behind is crank stuffers, ignition curve...
  19. traktorz

    543xp ? 550xp? 545?

    Agree that all the mentioned 543XP, 550XP, and 560XP are very good buy. All these can also be had with a suffix G, which means they are equipped with heated handles. If the saw is used in cold winter times, get a XPG model! Best price/performance is the 550XP, and you'll get the rev boost...
  20. traktorz

    I really like my 353

    Both the Jonsered equivalents (CS2150/HVA350 & CS2152/HVA353) are great products. However, the solid build of the CS2152 makes it the preferable tool. Our CS2152 from year 2004 gained more performance after a recent carburator diaphragm kit.
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