thomas72
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I found a 8510 concrete saw and the top end was in good shape out of all things. With this I decided to take apart my lean seized 8500 and build a hybrid from three saws. The parts I will use is a follows. I will use a new set of 5200 cases and starter assembly. I will use the top end and crank from the 8510 and 8500. I will also use the fuel tank assembly from the 8510. From what I have found they're are not much differences between the 8500 and 5200. You could really easily convert a 8500 to a 5200, but it would be a pain to take a 5200 and make it a 8500. Once I get all the parts cleaned and painted I will start to take pictures and post my findings. Oh, I will also use the top cover from the 8510 and use a K&N air filter. Also, I have the set of 8500 cases left over and probably will not use them. They are in decent condition. If anyone is interested I would be willing to trade them for a full wrap handle. By the way the cases will not have a crank to go with them.