Want to Buy Stihl 070 or 090 Project or Parts

[bulletpruf]

All -

It has become apparent to me that I will not be satisfied with my saw collection unless I have the hemi Cuda of saws -- the 090. EDIT - I'm fine with a 070, too. Something I could upgrade to 137 cc with the larger jug and piston.

The long-haired General wouldn't approve of me dropping $1000 for a complete one, so I'm looking for a project, collection of parts, etc. Just interested in OEM parts, not Chinese knockoffs.

Shipping to U.S. zip code - either 09620 (FPO/APO - I'm active duty Army) or 19044 (Pennsylvania).

Thanks!

Scott

 

[William Balaska]

Scott, I'm in Pennsylvania as well. I could sell you a mint 070 for under a grand and eventually you can upgrade and super size the piston cylinder and clutch and you'd have a mint 090. Pm me if you like. Stay away from all out projects as 090 stihls can get expensive quick.

 

[bulletpruf]

William -

Thanks for the reply. Did a bit of research and now I understand where you're coming from with the 070. Same basic saw, just a larger bore on the 090 and better clutch. I edited my post to indicate that I would be fine with an 070 as well.

Something close to a grand is a bit of a stretch for me right now. I'll let you know if that changes.

Scott

 

[bulletpruf]

Picked up a pretty nice 070 from eBay.de (Germany) for $475 so now I'm searching for parts to upgrade it to 090 specs. Please pm me if you have anything. Thanks, Scott

 

[William Balaska]

Good deal. Get an illustrated parts list and figure out what else you need. The clutch and oem piston and cylinder will set you back about $800. You can try an aftermarket top end but its a gamble.

 

[bulletpruf]

Thanks, the IPL and manual are both on my list of things to find. Have seen OEM piston and cylinder; not cheap! Clutches seem to be easier to find and a bit more affordable.

Scott

 

[William Balaska]

If you are ever in Pennsylvania I'll be happy to give you a hand with her. I've had quite a few apart and quite a few still on my shelf.

 

[bulletpruf]

Not a great chance that I'll be in PA anytime soon. I have 18 more months on my tour in Italy and my address in Horsham, PA is just a freight forwarder. Thanks for the offer anyway.

Scott