Which one do I buy Still 362C-M or just the 362 with no M-Tronic

[XSKIER]

Stock MS 261 C-M with new RS is pretty close to Snellerized stage one MS 261 with really sharp RS. The stock one is much quieter though.

 

[Stihl310]

Thanks Stihl310....do you have a 362C-M?

I do not have the CM, I have the original 362. However I just got done going round with over a two year period on the piss poor air filter setup. So they finally brought my saw in and upgraded the entire system to the CM style round filter.

Below is typical of what I'd see after a few tanks of fuel. Stihl tried to tell me this was normal and that I should stop cleaning the filter because the saw needs to run dirty, no joke, no joke at all.



My dealer argued with them as well, finally just had to be a jerk and they admitted that it was an issue and sent the parts. No more crap in my intake, clean as a whistle.

 

[stihlonly]

I do not have the CM, I have the original 362. However I just got done going round with over a two year period on the piss poor air filter setup. So they finally brought my saw in and upgraded the entire system to the CM style round filter.

Below is typical of what I'd see after a few tanks of fuel. Stihl tried to tell me this was normal and that I should stop cleaning the filter because the saw needs to run dirty, no joke, no joke at all.

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My dealer argued with them as well, finally just had to be a jerk and they admitted that it was an issue and sent the parts. No more crap in my intake, clean as a whistle.

Bloody hell!!!! sign of the times I'm afraid....try to save a dollar at all costs. At least your persistence paid off in the end but they should have fixed it first time round. Thanks for the info.

 

[Stihl310]

I purchased a 362 cm a while back to replace an 036. It's been a great saw other than the felling dogs are too small. I would recommend this saw.

You can get an aftermarket kit with dual doggs, it's a stock stihl kit. The PN eludes me right now, but I know I ordered it from my dealer. Light years ahead of the single factory dogg.

 

[stihlonly]

You can get an aftermarket kit with dual doggs, it's a stock stihl kit. The PN eludes me right now, but I know I ordered it from my dealer. Light years ahead of the single factory dogg.

Sounds good, I'll do that. Thanks

 

[MillerModSaws]

Between those 2 get the c-m. I had a 362 and didn't like it. Have replaced it with a 562xp now. But the better air filtration and mtronic wld put it first in my book. Good luck both are good saws and will last a long time.

 

[Stihl310]

Here's a pic of mine after the air filter upgrade.

 

[1Alpha1]

When I purchased my first 261, I was very pleased to see that type of air filter hiding under the cover.

The dealer went to the trouble to tell me about it and show it off.

 

[stihlonly]

Okay guys....Thanks for all your input, much appreciated....I'm off to the Stihl shop to order the 362C-M.....I'll post my thoughts on it when the woodshed is full

 

[stihlx8]

Friend bought a 362 cm and loves it. 10+ tanks of fuel so far perfect.

 

[tomtrees58]

I have one got it a month ago man its like a 361 some power I have a 362 2 years old the new one 1/3 more power

 

[clemsonfor]

Dexter day has a 362cm and its ported by mastermind. He loves it as far as I know. But the guy loves the 036/360 series saws and this one he says is the best. But out of the box I think he and MM say is kind of a turd. Needs an attitude adjustment to run as a 60cc saw should.

Trying to remember what all o have read that he posted...

 

[SawTroll]

Buying a current Stihl model in the 50 or 60cc classes isn't very smart imo - but suit yourself!

 

[Bcbushman]

Bought a new cm yesterday with wrap handle and bigger dogs. Now I have to wait 2 weeks until my hitch is over so I can run it

 

[Mike Kunte]

Here's a pic of mine after the air filter upgrade.

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Hi Stihl310,

I also had an issue with my MS361 and its air filter. Would you please give me the part numbers for the upgrade?

Does the new system keep the dirt out effectively?

Thanks,

Mike

 

[Mike Kunte]

Apologies!
I see yours is a 362. Are the parts interchangeable with those of the 361?

Mike

 

[Frank Rizzo]

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I second the notion - get the max - flow upgrade and cut All-Day !

 

[Stihl310]

Apologies!
I see yours is a 362. Are the parts interchangeable with those of the 361?

Mike

Not sure on that. I have no experience with the 361’s.


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[Ryan'smilling]

Apologies!
I see yours is a 362. Are the parts interchangeable with those of the 361?

Mike

Almost nothing is the same between the 361 and 362.

 

[Mike Kunte]

Thanks, Ryan!