The only reason for me to buy one of these or a Stihl 660 would be to re-sell and I doubt I could do very well on a non OEM saw. Seems that buyers on ebay want OEM saws but at aftermarket prices..
Huztl MS660
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Which means we have a different focus. I see these as roll your own. And there are many bits and pieces that can be added to the mix to improve a build. Be nice if there was a kit that had the better bits and pieces.
Kyler Monares
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I bet someone could by these kits in bulk. Then combine them the meteor P&C's and maybe OEM fuel lines and carbs, and sell them for profit... How big would the customer base be however
Where are you going to draw the line if you start subbing in OEM parts? Bearings? Crank? Seals? Carb? Might as well buy and rebuild a used OEM saw. JMHO.
I have articulated where that line was for me in a variety of ways and venues. It is something everyone would have to decide based on budget and desired end result. Fact is if a person twists and turns on that subject they should go straight to a dealer and buy OEM in my mind. There are personality types / skill set mixes that will really get a lot out of these things and others who frankly should stay away. And how a person approaches the definition of success or failure obviously is part of that mix. I can't determine what's right for anyone else...just what worked for me...
I'm certain there will be some who do that..and I guess complete saws can be had through Alibaba channels. Couple of changes and a capable saw can be had out of these parts. My focus was testing the parts as a way to extend the useful life of those old stihls and ended up with a fairly complete saw with a couple of oem parts that has served me well for the last year and a half.
Kyler Monares
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And huztl/farmertec parts to fix skidder modified saws is I think the perfect use for their parts! My kit hasent shown up yet. Now my tracking number says delayed? Going to have to give Huztl a call and see what's up
That's what many of us do. I use a few AM parts if they're not critical but I've tried the P/C kits also.
I had a similar situation and it took a while but they (Huztl) made it right. There is a lot that goes on between them and us. And there are time we don't have control of the shipping and neither do they. And huztl always made things right for me this last couple of years and I'm not even a dealer or volume buyer
the spark plug is actually branded nothing else is.
Farmer Tec
the small rubber piece goes into the oil pump. At least that is what I think it is from watching weimedogs video. Its packed with the caps. Its small don't let it get gone.
Farmer Tec
the small rubber piece goes into the oil pump. At least that is what I think it is from watching weimedogs video. Its packed with the caps. Its small don't let it get gone.
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has on my saws, they oil just fine..
there were two rubber parts, one is a very short hose or "O" ring between the pump and the cases and the other is effectively a spring and really wasn't obvious at first where it went....and If I remember there was another that looked like the one for the pump that actually was to protect the ignition wire where they entered the case...
The clutch cover is metal with a big rubber deflector.
the starter is metal and actually feels as good as my oems when you pull the pawls seem to engage quickly, which is different that I expected, maybe an improvement?
the starter is metal and actually feels as good as my oems when you pull the pawls seem to engage quickly, which is different that I expected, maybe an improvement?
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I would put a drop of oil on the abrasive disc and it would quite things and smooth things...BUT like I found with the Husqvarna parts. its possible they have improved those starters...
"If I remember there was another that looked like the one for the pump that actually was to protect the ignition wire where "
The handle was already assembled and that rubber piece is in place. There is a photo.
"I would put a drop of oil on the abrasive disc and it would quite things and smooth things"
Smooth as silk right now and quiet, so it is an improvement. Still not a bad idea.
On the rubber piece there is an O-Ring in the bag with the chain adjuster. I have yet to open the oiler. I did not want anything getting away from me.
The handle was already assembled and that rubber piece is in place. There is a photo.
"I would put a drop of oil on the abrasive disc and it would quite things and smooth things"
Smooth as silk right now and quiet, so it is an improvement. Still not a bad idea.
On the rubber piece there is an O-Ring in the bag with the chain adjuster. I have yet to open the oiler. I did not want anything getting away from me.
I am fairly sure it has all the parts. I have had it long enough to go over it thoroughly. Mine did not have the foil heat shield. It has the handle complete so the rubber bag also contains the two fuel hoses so those are extra. The handle being complete is a total plus. The tank vent in place was a nice surprise. I put my screws in containers left a few in bags. I guess I should post those pics
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When I rebuilt my ms 440 I used some of that aluminum foil duct tape with the peel off backing and it seems to work well.
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edit, i reshot the photos on further down and put labels on the parts so no one is guessing what is being discussed
I opened the rubber bag and there is a lot to understand there. I thought I saw the small fuel hose but i was wrong, only one extra. Maybe somebody can identify some of these little ones and the washer placement, the AV are easy to figure?
I opened the rubber bag and there is a lot to understand there. I thought I saw the small fuel hose but i was wrong, only one extra. Maybe somebody can identify some of these little ones and the washer placement, the AV are easy to figure?
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The rubber tube/o-ring above the intake boot goes to your oil pump (between the pump & case ..upper right hand side of the pump) ....and the one between the impulse pipe and o ring seal for the oil tank is the "spring" for the oil pump.
The larger flat O-rings are the seals for the gas cap and oil tank cap...ditch them and buy OEM
The rest are pretty much obvious....anti vibs, and fuel & pulse line etc.
The rest are pretty much obvious....anti vibs, and fuel & pulse line etc.
