Saw builders chime in.

[jacktheripper]

I’d like to try to modify an 036 to run a max flow filter. I think I would have to add longer carb studs to the carb box, modify an 044 air filter base plate to mount onto the carb box/carb, and use the 044 filter horn to mount an open max flow filter.

 

[Sloughfoot]

036 have an integrated choke, too?

 

[jacktheripper]

036 have an integrated choke, too?

Luckily it doesn’t

 

[Stump Shot]

If quads are so much better why are many modern units duals?

Piston diameter is the one thing I notice; 5 series compared to three series pistons of the same cc output are smaller, therefor easier for the "action" of the uppers to perform.

 

[sawmikaze]

I’ve never run a 242, but I would bet pretty good money that a ported 543 will hold its own against a ported 242

Am I ever gonna get any royalties for starting the 543 love ? I tried to tell people they were good little units after being ported. Too bad the fuel and oil caps suck and the air filter leaves a little to be desired.

 

[Sloughfoot]

Shaving the choke down is also beneficial as is bumping the timing up.
Even after adding a winter filter, deleting the base gasket,shaving the choke, muffler mod, timing advance and a Walbro WT-194 carb you still have something that slower than a bone stock 346 and that coat significantly more money.
All this applies to a 260 Pro. Never fooled with the 026.
Also you can add 044 antivibe mounts. They last longer and are stiffer.

Good point. You're talking about a different saw. In any case, what power gains do you expect to get with those minor modifications that you wouldn"t get with any other saw?