Undy
ArboristSite Member
My 026 died from apparent old age. I bought it new, and it's seen 15 yrs. or so of woodcutting.
I just pulled the cylinder off, and it needs replacement. Before I order parts, I've got some questions about it. Any thoughts of wisdom are appreciated.
It's a 44m bore, but I'm seeing 44.7m piston/cyl kits available. Is this a wise upgrade to make? Any drawbacks to the increase? Another thread mentioned a "heat shield" was needed, if so where would I locate such an item?
Some parts are listed as coated with Nikasil. I read the Wiki definition of what it does, but is it necessary and/or worth it?
Should I pay the extra for the Stihl parts, or are there quality aftermarket parts available for this? Any recommendation on where to buy?
Since I'm there and they're all original, should I take the opportunity to replace the intake bellows and pulse hose anyway? They look okay and seem to be intact.
Thank you for your thoughts.
I just pulled the cylinder off, and it needs replacement. Before I order parts, I've got some questions about it. Any thoughts of wisdom are appreciated.
It's a 44m bore, but I'm seeing 44.7m piston/cyl kits available. Is this a wise upgrade to make? Any drawbacks to the increase? Another thread mentioned a "heat shield" was needed, if so where would I locate such an item?
Some parts are listed as coated with Nikasil. I read the Wiki definition of what it does, but is it necessary and/or worth it?
Should I pay the extra for the Stihl parts, or are there quality aftermarket parts available for this? Any recommendation on where to buy?
Since I'm there and they're all original, should I take the opportunity to replace the intake bellows and pulse hose anyway? They look okay and seem to be intact.
Thank you for your thoughts.