Reed Valve Saw Mods

[teacherman]

Has anybody experimented with modding the 009-012 series saws? I was thinking that maybe the reed valve is the limiting factor on their performance, but thought it might be worthwhile to ask anyway. I know the 012 has an extra muffler port, and the increased displacement might make that worth messing with a bit. Any thoughts?

I have never modded a saw, but am starting to get interested in some mild cylinder changes. Thanks.

 

[trappermike]

The little Stihls are really too small to get involved modifying.I used to put reeds in the "Open Class" hot saws,where extensive mods were worth it.
The 020 Stihl is a small saw used by Pro's and very light.