Recent content by Luven

Thanks guys - it's actually got the red on it already and that's failed but still, if it's anything in the order of a decade, then can't blame it. Actually, where is the serial number on these things and how can you tell the age? can't find anything on the motor which i would think was...

Thanks for the confidence boost! Pressure tested the whole thing and sprayed soapy water on it to clearly see a leak between the crank halves... Assume I could probably bodge it up with some glue/paint/silicone on the outside but not ideal to say the least...

Hi all, am new to these machines and have been watching loads of @Vintage Engine Repairs and other youtubes but can't find many where anyone has actually split the crankcase on these - anyone had experience or suggestions for how to DIY'it? i don't have much in the way of pullers etc but can try...

Thanks yet again Ray for coming through with that hard to get 4137 powerhead - really appreciate it. If it helps anyone else, i found this place in Sth Africa that makes you 'buy' the manual for free and it sends you a link - they don't have a huge selection but if it can help anyone, take a...

Hi guys, am new to these wretched 2-stroke engines and so building up a bit of a library as currently i have 3 Stihl machines all in parts trying to work out how to split and seal cases.....to that end, the one service manual that seems to be really evading capture is the powerhead for an FS80...