jdind
ArboristSite Lurker
Has anyone here modified their Stihl 251 so it has two studs rather than the original 1 (threaded into plastic!)
The 251 is the perfect saw for me, except I just can't trust their ridiculous single stud design. I feel like I have to baby the saw every time I use it or transport it. There are also stories out there of the thread failing and the whole bar/chain combo falling off while operating at full throttle: scary!
I'm thinking of replacing the rear pin/post with a stud. Then I'll make a hole in the cover big enough for the nut and scrench. Might not be the prettiest but should make it much stronger and safer.
I'm aware of the 'Hot Stihl' thread but was wondering if anyone else has done the mod themselves (keeping the original cover). Any comments/ideas/photos are welcome.
The 251 is the perfect saw for me, except I just can't trust their ridiculous single stud design. I feel like I have to baby the saw every time I use it or transport it. There are also stories out there of the thread failing and the whole bar/chain combo falling off while operating at full throttle: scary!
I'm thinking of replacing the rear pin/post with a stud. Then I'll make a hole in the cover big enough for the nut and scrench. Might not be the prettiest but should make it much stronger and safer.
I'm aware of the 'Hot Stihl' thread but was wondering if anyone else has done the mod themselves (keeping the original cover). Any comments/ideas/photos are welcome.