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I rescued this old beast from a pawn shop yesterday. I bought a new 261 last fall and I was reluctant to buy this thing since, it seems, certain parts are unobtainable. I didn't need it and will not likely use it much but these old school Stihl saws, while heavy, seem very well made and indestructible. She's probably a bit cantankerous but I use an old school, carbureted, Jiffy Ice auger that doesn't quit and I often see people dragging the newer plastic stuff in for repairs.
Based on the condition, it seems to have had a relatively easy life. Has good compression and fired right up. The chain does run continuously which I gather is due to the idle screw setting.
I was looking through the forum and I guess some parts are very difficult to find. What parts should I be looking out for If I would like to keep this monster going? I don't work on saws but thought of maybe replacing plug, filter, fluids, etc.
Wondering if it wouldn't be worth having the local dealer mechanic go through it?
Paul
Based on the condition, it seems to have had a relatively easy life. Has good compression and fired right up. The chain does run continuously which I gather is due to the idle screw setting.
I was looking through the forum and I guess some parts are very difficult to find. What parts should I be looking out for If I would like to keep this monster going? I don't work on saws but thought of maybe replacing plug, filter, fluids, etc.
Wondering if it wouldn't be worth having the local dealer mechanic go through it?
Paul
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