Older Stihl 024

[PT81man]

This is my first post on this site so please forgive me if this question has been already answered. I have a 35 YO Stihl 024 and wanted to replace some of the worn parts. Inside the chain cover is a plastic guard. The original part number is 1125 656 1500. This has been replaced with 1125 656 1501 which is a rubber part that does not fit this cover. I have searched the net and an original is not available. I looked to see if there was an update to the cover to accept this new rubber guard but no newer cover is listed.
Does anyone know where I can get a replacement? I got a list of dealers from Stihl and the few I called do not have this part. It is not imperative I change this, but since I am in the process of refreshing this hardly-used saw, I thought it would be nice to change what I can.
Regards,
PT81man

 

[irhunter]

Welcome!

Pics are always welcome here.

I seem to recall the same issue with a 024 I worked on, maybe, 10 years ago. So, I am fuzzy.

I think, I bought a cheap AM part for an 026 off ebay and ground it to fit the 024. But I am fuzzy.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/3236330090...D7nxbU3hWH6nQ7j+fnfA2hh7A=|tkp:Bk9SR5bV6pDTYQ

 

[64poncho]

I just replaced the whole cover with an aftermarket.
About $12-25 on eBay.

 

[Mad Professor]

Welcome to AS.

Look for a used 024/026 cover. A few more posts and you can put a wanted ad in the chainsaw parts forum here.

 

[PT81man]

Thanks for all the replies. I did find an after-market cover with a chain guard and plastic inserts on eBay for almost the same price as the rubber guard. I purchased the updated replacement guard and received the rubber one that would not fit my cover so it is going back. I should have the new cover with all inserts by next week. With snow covering most of the ground, I will not be out doing any cutting soon.
Regards,
PT81man