Another 038av super magnum 2 question

[bobdag]

So I have a 038av magnum 2 super. Trouble is it's missing a couple things such as the chainbrake and the rear handle and fuel tank are broke. Is it worth fixing if I can find the parts cheap? My main saw is a ms290 with a mm and a larger carb. It's pulling a 25" bar without too much trouble but I need a bigger saw and don't have much money to buy one. Any pointers appreciated!

 

[MGoBlue]

I just sold a good condition 038 mag for over 4. I'd say it's definitely worth your effort to fix, either to keep or to sell. I had quite a bit of interest on ebay, within 3-4 hours I had 4 offers (1 over 450), but decided to sell locally.

 

[bobdag]

I'll get some pictures up of the saw soon.

 

[DSS]

You can get aftermarket brake handles and tanks very reasonable, and they work fine. Good luck finding a used tank that doesn't leak, they're few and far between.

Yes its worth fixing.

 

[groundguyscaredtoclimb]

my tank leaks on my 038,

that is the only issue with it tho.

FIX ER UP

 

[burnses]

if its really a mag-2 with a bing carb that thing is 72cc I think and with a sharp chain will blow your 290 into the weeds with style! I would fix it up for sure you'll love it !

 

[Mad Professor]

So I have a 038av magnum 2 super. Trouble is it's missing a couple things such as the chainbrake and the rear handle and fuel tank are broke. Is it worth fixing if I can find the parts cheap? My main saw is a ms290 with a mm and a larger carb. It's pulling a 25" bar without too much trouble but I need a bigger saw and don't have much money to buy one. Any pointers appreciated!

Look over the powerhead. If P/C is in good condition try find a complete parts saw for the broken/missing parts. It will pull that 25"bar fine.

 

[sawfun]

That 038 mag will pull a 28" just fine with full skip and a 32" in a pinch in softwoods. Definitely a saw worth fixing and absolutely no comparison to a 029/290.

 

[Chainsaw Jim]

Many around my area still prefer the 038 mag over the 044/440.

 

[bobdag]

So I took some picks of the saw. If I order the parts off amazon it's around $130.
The p/c looks great! No scratches at all. The compression is about 120psi without the carb on.

 

[Wood Doctor]

Many around my area still prefer the 038 mag over the 044/440.

Pound for pound, the 038 Mag was one of the best saws that Stihl ever made. I have no idea why it was discontinued, nor do I know why the 028 Super was discontinued. I suppose my feet are stuck in concrete, but at least that's a firm foundation.

 

[Brianlol]

It's a beaut... I've rebuilt a lot of those.
Just make sure the crankcase has no brakes in it before u start buying parts. EBAY has a tone of stuff on the cheep for that saw
Good luck.

 

[Mad Professor]

How accurate is your gauge? 120 psi is on the low side (might just be gauge). Pull the muffler and check P/C. After a real good clean up (pull flywheel and clutch) you might want to consider a set of caber rings with an OEM gasket set so you can do the seals too. Filters if they are worn, plug, fuel implulse tank vent and oil lines. Check the AV mounts before putting on the new tank. Look over carb insides and intake boot and replace the rubber if questionable. The vents on the carb covers eventually let sawdust in and that stops proper pumping, check that once a year or so.

If you R + R that saw it will last you a good long time and will shine in the stuff your 029 struggles with.

 

[bobdag]

It's a beaut... I've rebuilt a lot of those.
Just make sure the crankcase has no brakes in it before u start buying parts. EBAY has a tone of stuff on the cheep for that saw
Good luck.

The brake is there it's just missing the hand guard.

 

[Chainsaw Jim]

The brake is there it's just missing the hand guard.

Breaks

 

[xPosTech]

Broken brake.

Ted

 

[xPosTech]

@Chainsaw Jim do the chainsaw shops up there still have a long row of pass through lockers on the outside wall? I used to log both sides of the Columbia back in the early seventies. Leaving Portland in the wee morning hours and getting home 10-11 o'clock left no time to drop or pick up saws during business hours.

We had a locker to drop off or pick up saws. With our padlock for the outside. Worked out great.

Ted

 

[DSS]

You can get a tank and a brake handle for around $50 on ebay.
And they're probably the same ones as Amazon

 

[bobdag]

You can get a tank and a brake handle for around $50 on ebay.
And they're probably the same ones as Amazon

Ya I've been looking on Amazon.
That's probably where I'll get them. Unless I find one locally.

 

[bobdag]

Ok so I'm sure this has been covered in other threads BUT! What is a good compression for this saw? And what is the proper procedure for doing a compression check? The way I've always done it on saws is 1. Wot 2.check compression on first pull 3.continue pulling until the needle stops moving. Is this correct?
Plus one more thing. Since I'm basically going through this entire saw. Would anyone recommend porting the cylinder? I already plan on doing a mm. Thanks.
Edit:
Also what's the "squish" I always read about?