Tecomec pistons (PORTING HELP)

[Mkinslow]

Well, I don't want you to take a plunge on my account if that's not the direction you really want to go. If you are anything like me though, it's good to know you have some options.

Hey no worries my friend. I like the options but I’m kinda hesitant on this one build cuz I’ve already split these cases and put in new bearings and got everything pretty much laid out for a straight 365 build

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

Nothing wrong with that bud

The satisfaction of bringing a dead saw back to working order is what's most important

 

[jacob j.]

I can't speak to the newer Tecomec pistons but the ones I was getting 15-16 years were almost OEM quality. I used many in stock rebuilds and hotrod saws.

 

[Mkinslow]

I can't speak to the newer Tecomec pistons but the ones I was getting 15-16 years were almost OEM quality. I used many in stock rebuilds and hotrod saws.

I’m thinking of using one of their piston kits. But will probably wait on using the cylinder Hmmm... I do have an extra set of cases

 

[Mkinslow]

Only thing I’ve read about them I don’t like is that they may be made in China. That kind of turns me off with that

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

Made in Italy from what I've seen

 

[Mkinslow]

That’s what I thought. But I found a thread by @Black Dog Chainsaw where they’re talking about them being made in China. Idk. Im still reading and researching

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

Keep us posted

 

[huskihl]

I think they're cast in China and plated in Italy. I have a kit for a 365 that I plan on putting together this winter

 

[NCFarmboy]

I bought one (HLS) on black fri. Completely happy with it. Plating looks great bevels on ports . It needs nothing ready to bolt on IMO. Made in Italy. I actually bought it to use piston in customers saw. Would not hesitate to put that kit on customers saw. turns out customers piston was still very useable.
Shep

 

[MustangMike]

Don't mean to twist your arm, but why would you do all that work for an open port saw when a good closed port P+C is available??? I would love to see how the new P+C kit works, and I'm a Stihl guy!!!

I put a Cross P+C on my 066 (you can see it on HL Supply/Youtube/Cross vs OEM) and that saw still is running great, and I've done 2 more of em on Asian 660s. They are stronger than OEM at a price you can't beat!

Best of Luck what ever your decide!

 

[XP_Slinger]

I’m thinking of using one of their piston kits. But will probably wait on using the cylinder Hmmm... I do have an extra set of cases

Sounds like the next , next build looks like the extra weight is in the skirts. Not a bad thing IMO.

 

[psuiewalsh]

I used the 026 44mm. I polished the windows a little but seemed nice. I used OEM clips though as they were the same wire dia.

 

[Mkinslow]

I’m trying to order the Tecomec p/c kit but HLS want let me order it because the gasket kit isn’t available right now. What the heck. I decided to test this for everyone including myself and with all the arm twisting of @RIDE-RED 350r and @MustangMike lol. Just gotta figure out how to get it for that price

 

[Mkinslow]

If I can get one for that price I’ll do the test. @Gentleman can you help with this??

 

[Gentleman]

If I can get one for that price I’ll do the test. @Gentleman can you help with this??

I checked and we do have a few gasket sets left in stock.
You should be able to order it now.

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

Heck of a sale goin on right now!

 

[Gentleman]

Tecomec had quit making the AM spare parts a few years ago. We bought a lot of what was left in a closeout in 2016.
Lil Red Barn has the last of the 242 kits. When they are gone... they're gone.

 

[Mkinslow]

I checked and we do have a few gasket sets left in stock.
You should be able to order it now.

Ok I’ll check again. Thanks bud

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

Thanks for that info Sir. Stinks about the Tecomec kits as they are reported to be of good quality. I better snatch up one of those 242 kits sooner rather than later!