davefr
Addicted to ArboristSite
I stumbled across a Stihl 064AV w/36" bar and chain for $200. It looks pretty well used (borderline rough)and I'd like to evaluate it's true mechanical condition vs. cosmetics.
Here's what I noticed:
- Bar and chain look OK
- Compression feels good
- Hand protect/chain brake is either broken off or cut off
- I noticed a couple drops of fuel leaking, but it could be a loose cap or from the vent hole.
They'll guarantee it long enough so I can go over it with a fine tooth comb and I'm fine with spending about $100 or so in parts. (new hand protect, 24" bar and chain, tune up kit, misc). Are Stihl parts super expensive??
What else should I look for? Pull the muffler and inspect the cylinder, do a compression test?
I simply want to replace my 20 year old John Deere 60V w/24" bar that must weight in at 25 lbs and it's getting heavier over time!!
The Stihl 064 would serve out it's life doing occasional stump cutting vs. continuous use, but I want it to be reliable.
Are these big old Stihl's fairly easy to restore? Are they pretty bulletproof or are they tempermental? If this thing is going to nickel and dime me to death? If so, I'd rather just save up for a 372XP or possibly a 044.
Thanks,
Here's what I noticed:
- Bar and chain look OK
- Compression feels good
- Hand protect/chain brake is either broken off or cut off
- I noticed a couple drops of fuel leaking, but it could be a loose cap or from the vent hole.
They'll guarantee it long enough so I can go over it with a fine tooth comb and I'm fine with spending about $100 or so in parts. (new hand protect, 24" bar and chain, tune up kit, misc). Are Stihl parts super expensive??
What else should I look for? Pull the muffler and inspect the cylinder, do a compression test?
I simply want to replace my 20 year old John Deere 60V w/24" bar that must weight in at 25 lbs and it's getting heavier over time!!
The Stihl 064 would serve out it's life doing occasional stump cutting vs. continuous use, but I want it to be reliable.
Are these big old Stihl's fairly easy to restore? Are they pretty bulletproof or are they tempermental? If this thing is going to nickel and dime me to death? If so, I'd rather just save up for a 372XP or possibly a 044.
Thanks,