stihl ms290 rebuild

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new to the site as of yesterday. i need to rebuild my 290, and wanted to ask if anybody had instructions for reassembling and also if i should find used oem parts or buy new aftermarket parts and if so what brand or from who. i need a cylinder and piston and whatever other parts i should replace. i appreciate any help. thanks.
 
new to the site as of yesterday. i need to rebuild my 290, and wanted to ask if anybody had instructions for reassembling and also if i should find used oem parts or buy new aftermarket parts and if so what brand or from who. i need a cylinder and piston and whatever other parts i should replace. i appreciate any help. thanks.
You are in luck my friend i think they are very similar.

 
I wouldn't buy the complete engine. I would buy the piston/cylinder kit plus new crank seals. If you go aftermarket it will be around $30. I prefer to use the Stihl crankshaft and rod assembly over the aftermarket one, no real reason but I know the OEM assembly works well. Also check the crankshaft bearings while you have it apart.
 
Just bought complete FarmerTec kit. Could someone provide me Service Manual for MS290?

Thx!
 
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