Recent content by echobite

Thanks guys. This has been very helpful! I will start cleaning the trailer this weekend. The trailer has mostly dirt and moss on it.

I was wondering on what type of cleaner product people would use when hand scrubbing? I will be renting a power washer. I don't think a power washer is going to remove all of this scum on the trailer. If I can remove all of the scum I might polish the trailer too.

Awesome. Thanks guys! This is a huge help!

I'll continue to work on this saw. I bought it knowing that it's a well built saw and a hot-rodding saw and wanted to learn about saws. I'm pressured to get the leftover trees cut up in my yard. I live in a neighborhood where it's acceptable to do this type of work but I can't let it sit in the...

^ I'll work on cleaning the saw. I think that oem cylinder is in good shape after cleaning it with some scotchbrite and possibly running a ball hone if it's not too expensive to purchase.. I'll just take my time with it. I have to be careful on how much I want to spend since Its an old saw...

I took the piston off and the needle bearing pins started falling out of the cage. I believe this is the main culprit of the saw failing. The crank bearings seem fine. No play. I tried pressure testing the saw through the impulse line and with the head on but couldn't get any pressure. I think...

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Thanks for the replies. I have more information and pictures on following up. I have found that there is slight up - down movement on the piston. I can hear it too. The exhaust side of the piston and cylinder have the most wear. I got bored one night and took a dremel and removed some carbon...

Hello, this is my first post here. I have a stihl 036 pro that has quite a bit of play at the crank to rod bearing. I was wondering if there is supposed to be a little bit of play or not. I don't think there should be any play just snug and smooth. I can move the rod back and fourth maybe .050...