Stihl 028AV ( needs repairs), vs. new Stihl purchase

[palicea]

Hi Folks. I have an older 028 AV chainsaw with electronic ignition. It needs a rebuild due to gas getting into the muffler when I try starting it. I was told that means it is a cylinder/piston/ring issue??..I would like to know if anyone here has purchased an aftermarket cylinder/piston kit, and if so, which is a better brand. Also, I am weighing the issue as to whether I should just buy a new Stihl chainsaw....what is comparable to the old 028? I have been using a MS210C and it does not have the power that I need. Any advice is welcome Thanks.

 

[Fish]

Naw, you likely just need to go through the carb correctly, but before that, pull the muffler and look directly at the piston. If
it looks good, then a full carb rebuild, new fuel line and filter would bring this great saw back into service for another 20 + years.

 

[palicea]

Thank you for the quick reply. I do not understand what the carb issue would be?? When I was trying to pull start the saw, gas was actually collecting in the muffler..What am i missing...(I really hope it is that simple)..Thanks again.

 

[Fish]

If gas is collecting in the muffler, then that is most likely the problem.

 

[Fish]

Take the rest of the muffler off and look at the piston, that will tell you quick which is your next step!!

 

[palicea]

What do i look for regarding the piston?