Air Filters

[jmssaws]

Not anymore ...........
Its in pieces

That means it is becoming more sporty.

 

[Moparmyway]

That means it is becoming more sporty.

I am on the fence about opening the transferrs. I might try primary first ...........................

I ran the saw for 2 cuts after modding the muffler, shut her down, looked under the HD2 and saw fines in the carb. Thats when I decided to make a MaxFlow fit my 661

 

[Deets066]

I really like the maxflo, best filtration option for a Stihl

 

[jacob j.]

I really like the maxflo, best filtration option for a Stihl

People put the Max-Flo systems down because they're "ugly," but I was always able to go 3-5 days in the brush without servicing the Max-Flo as compared to only being able to go 4-5 hours with a stock Stihl filter. I don't care if the Max-Flo flowed more air or not- being able to go that long between cleanings was well worth it.

 

[michaelmj11]

People put the Max-Flo systems down because they're "ugly," but I was always able to go 3-5 days in the brush without servicing the Max-Flo as compared to only being able to go 4-5 hours with a stock Stihl filter. I don't care if the Max-Flo flowed more air or not- being able to go that long between cleanings was well worth it.

I have been trying to find where to simply buy the filters, rather than the whole kit. Anybody got a hint? Or just call maxflow in the morning?

 

[jacob j.]

I have been trying to find where to simply buy the filters, rather than the whole kit. Anybody got a hint? Or just call maxflow in the morning?

This is actually the website for the company that makes them- http://www.equiteemfg.com/maxflow-chainsaw-air-filters/

It's a Dad and son operation- I met the dad years ago when working in the saw shop. He'd stop by and pick our brains on design changes.

 

[Ozarker]

Have a look here. Also have the whole kit available.

http://www.hlsproparts.com/MaxFlow-green-60-pore-foam-filter-element-p/h51060.htm

 

[michaelmj11]

Have a look here. Also have the whole kit available.

http://www.hlsproparts.com/MaxFlow-green-60-pore-foam-filter-element-p/h51060.htm

THANKS! I had wanted to give him the business, but I couldn't find JUST the filter on HL.

 

[Moparmyway]

I just spoke with MaxFlow filters (Joseph) and they are developing a kit for the 661 now.

There might be some final tests needed, but the basic framework is just about nailed down.

When I get more info, I'll pass it along

 

[michaelmj11]

I just spoke with MaxFlow filters (Joseph) and they are developing a kit for the 661 now.

There might be some final tests needed, but the basic framework is just about nailed down.

When I get more info, I'll pass it along

Well that is good to hear, and thank you for sharing.

 

[mdavlee]

That's good news for the 661 fans.

 

[CR500]

great news, was going to use an older HD filter and throw the foam around it and I still might...... but an actual kit will be purchased.

Now the waiting game. lol

 

[Moparmyway]

great news, was going to use an older HD filter and throw the foam around it and I still might...... but an actual kit will be purchased.

Now the waiting game. lol

Cut out the entire filter media in the HD, then it is just a screen/frame for the MaxFlow

 

[burkesw]

The maxflo can fit on a 661 if you canabalize an HD filter and just put the foam element over the cage

Stupid (newb) question here... Would there be a benefit to putting that canabalized HD maxflo filter on a 394/395xp? Think it would fit in the hightop?

 

[mdavlee]

Stupid (newb) question here... Would there be a benefit to putting that canabalized HD maxflo filter on a 394/395xp? Think it would fit in the hightop?

Doubtful. The stock filter on those filters fine and is huge already.

 

[burkesw]

Thanks!

 

[jmssaws]

I've rarely pulled a stihl filter and not seen fines I the carb but since I cut up a HD and wrapped the maxflow around it the problem is solved.

 

[Normzilla]

This is actually the website for the company that makes them- http://www.equiteemfg.com/maxflow-chainsaw-air-filters/

It's a Dad and son operation- I met the dad years ago when working in the saw shop. He'd stop by and pick our brains on design changes.

Good info thank u.

 

[ft. churchill]

Here is a shameless plug. I just got the stock filter from HL suppy, the aftermarket stock style one. It's the one with the foam insert, paper filter w/ screen on the outside of it and a felt overwrap. Looks nice compared to my factory OEM steel screen filter. What do you folks have to say about these filters? Do you oil the inner foam insert?

 

[TJ the Chainsaw Mechanic]

I'd grab a max flow and be done. lol