John C
ArboristSite Member
I am rebuilding an 024 AVS WB...i have sanded, primed, and painted all the metal on the saw. It came out looking real nice. Now im stuck with my 2 plastic covers that are in great shape, but faded as hell and a few small scratches here and there. I am doing a 100% rebuild of this saw for myself. I got it for free and it is my first complete rebuild...well almost complete. Im only replacing the top-end. The case is staying intact.
So my question is, what is the best way to bring the plastic back to life? I have tried all types of cleaners and i have tried real fine sand paper...the sanding helped a little but the color is still dull. I hope im not asking a dumb question but i am on a budget or else i would try to find NOS or nice used plastic. Also, can i buy new metal tags anywhere? I need the one that just says "STIHL" on the recoil cover and the "024 AVS" badge on the top. Has anyone ever replaced these? Do you know the best way to remove them? They are obviously riveted on but i dont want to wreck anything trying to get them off.
Thanks everyone in advance...i know the immence knowledge on this site will help me out. You guys have NEVER not answered any question i have asked since i found this website. GREATEST TOOL I HAVE...AS
John C.
central Massachusetts (in case anyone is in my neck of the woods...)
So my question is, what is the best way to bring the plastic back to life? I have tried all types of cleaners and i have tried real fine sand paper...the sanding helped a little but the color is still dull. I hope im not asking a dumb question but i am on a budget or else i would try to find NOS or nice used plastic. Also, can i buy new metal tags anywhere? I need the one that just says "STIHL" on the recoil cover and the "024 AVS" badge on the top. Has anyone ever replaced these? Do you know the best way to remove them? They are obviously riveted on but i dont want to wreck anything trying to get them off.
Thanks everyone in advance...i know the immence knowledge on this site will help me out. You guys have NEVER not answered any question i have asked since i found this website. GREATEST TOOL I HAVE...AS
John C.
central Massachusetts (in case anyone is in my neck of the woods...)