Stihl 029/ MS290 Tear Down for Rebuild

This is a step by step process on how to tear down a MS290. The saw will be getting a cross pop up piston and cross cylinder. Stay tuned to see how it runs.
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[@deepbludude4697]

My buddy just gave me one of these and a huge one im afraid to even look at haha, thanks for these uploads.

[@TractorTech]

It really is not that bad. Break it down into step. Remove the wrap handle. Then remove the rear handle. Then you are not far from being able to remove the cylinder.

[@fingers967]

what a joy to not have to split cases to change bearings .. I think ill go looking for one of these

[@TractorTech]

They are fun to do. After you do one they are easy.

[@RG-wy1ol]

Thanks man for making this video 👍🏽

[@TractorTech]

No problem 👍

[@voices1347]

By the time I got 10 minutes in I knew I would never get it back together, but I wanted to know how to take the handle off so thanks.

[@TractorTech]

Lol, it seems like a lot fo work but these saws are not that bad to work on after you rebuild one.

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@Zev Griffin Instablaster :)

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[@94SexyStang]

I use the MS290 for 90% of my tree jobs......parts are beyond Dirt cheap, and everywhere. Larger saws are nice, until parts break, then you're screwed, it can be impossible to find things during certain times of the season on ebay or stores! Don't underestimate the 290 with a NEW chain.....cuts So crazy easy.

[@TractorTech]

The 290 is an economical saw to run and repair. When something happens to them most people throw them out.

[@jgbelmont]

I never struggle to find parts for a pro saw. You need better sources. Home owner saws are shit to work on. Pro saw I can fix on the job with a few tools.

[@kellyronaghan5587]

@@jgbelmont the farm/ranch saws are easy to rebuild

[@jgbelmont]

I do this for a living. I can find pro parts everywhere. I don't leave home without my MS460.

[@MrHangerone]

great video thank you!

[@TractorTech]

Glad you liked it!

[@chrismoss875]

Just bought a 029 super in mint condition, looks like it only ever hit one l Iog, but runs great , im just a firewood cutter this year in this house we went thru 10-15 cords of wood , would you recommend this swap? Or should i kill this motor first ? I do cut some big logs and been happy with the saws performance, but we bought this house and only has stove and fireplaces for heat , dont plan on going anywhere so will be here awhile , in your opion would it be worth cutting thru quicker and saving some saw time ?

[@TractorTech]

I'd run it with that cylinder. The aftermarket cylinders are not as high of a quality as what an OEM cylinder is. I'd do a muffler mod and nylon mesh filter to it and run it. Here are videos on the muffler and filter. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHaum4mLrcaojrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3e4gqGip7Jno9U If you want to do this swap look around for a saw that needs a cylinder.

[@DaveBegotka]

Thanks for help with this puzzle

[@TractorTech]

No problem!

[@joedoran3156]

Very good video

[@TractorTech]

Thanks!

[@mikeemerick90]

How did you get the clutch plate with the 3 springs off I got the other side off

[@TractorTech]

I used an air impact. It is right hand thread, so turn it clockwise to loosen.

[@paulmo4076]

@@TractorTech What do you mean "Its right hand thread, so turn clockwise to loosen" Don't you turn counter clockwise to loosen a right hand thread. Which is it ?

[@Reeser00]

I stripped the stud holding the lower engine. Any Ideas? Thanks

[@TractorTech]

Did you strip it or round the head?

[@TractorTech]

Or are you talking about the bar stud? Use vise grips on it if it is stripped.

[@dmjreptiles]

Why did you remove the grease in the bearing? Any specific reason?

[@TractorTech]

Are you talking about the grease in the sealed bearing for the crank bearing? I removed it so gas/oil mix could lubricate it and so the grease would not be floating throw the engine.

[@dmjreptiles]

Sounds good just curious, u am about to attack my 310

[@TractorTech]

If you have any other questions let me know.

[@dmjreptiles]

Awesome thank you!!

[@pickleberryyum404]

Did you skip ahead? I missed something how did you get the chain star off?

[@TractorTech]

You pop the e clip off and the clutch drum slides off.

[@sipthewater]

You're kidding, right? I don't think I can do it even if I mark where each part and bolt goes using egg cartons. I will just take mine down to Stihl store for repair. Maybe just sell it for parts and buy a new other model. Thumbs up for having quality tools and being a professional at what you do.

[@TractorTech]

Thanks! Honestly, these saws are not worth taking to the dealer for a major repair. It would cost far more than what the saw is worth. The only way they are worth it is if you use aftermarket parts and do it yourself. If you have one that needs major work, someone will still buy it.

[@kebingump6143]

Where is the video of 029 running after rebuild????????

[@TractorTech]

Here is a link to a playlist on this saw. kzbin.info/aero/PLm_rRiAZ8w7sAUwazlZlug54kWAef65XW

[@DyslexicLunatic]

Would be great if you would go step by step. You glossed over key element of removing the shroud.

[@TractorTech]

It wasn't on the saw when I got it.

[@cerberus205412]

Well I wanted to see how to remove the clutch assembly...

[@TractorTech]

You need a 19mm socket. I use an air impact. You need to turn it clockwise to loosen it. If you don't have an impact, remove the spark plug and put some crank rope down in the cylinder to keep the piston from turning. Then you can use a ratchet.

[@cerberus205412]

@@TractorTech Hey thanks for the reply - excellent video - I got the clutch assembly off. I blew the motor I'm pretty sure I set the rev limiter on carb too high lol anyway good time to do 039 cross performance upgrade now!

[@jaimieboy999]

Kids this is what the camera on a Nokia 3310 is like 😭😂

[@TractorTech]

It is a gopro hero 5 black

[@billhauck6425]

You were lucky to get 7K subscribers. A good video for KZbin always uses a tri pod not a head or hand held camera. Well you finally set the camera down.

[@TractorTech]

56k views on this video and one complaint about the camera. I must be doing something right.

[@chrisbaker96]

What possibly possessed you to edit out so much of the video? Just random large chunks of stuff not included, like why even make the vid like that..?

[@TractorTech]

Thanks for watching!

[@jgbelmont]

Only pro saws for me. Rebuilt a home owner saw two weeks ago OMG what a shit design!

[@TractorTech]

Non pro saws are not that bad after you have done one.

[@jgbelmont]

@@TractorTech Only pro saws for me. Rebuilt a home owner saw two weeks ago OMG what a shit design!

[@Ibelieve218]

why you ddi not start the video from the start is beyond me but I wish people would post start to finish wtf

[@TractorTech]

I'm not sure what your are talking about. The saw was only missing the recoil assembly, which is held on by 4 screws and the spur sprocket which is held on with an e clip.

[@timidater4803]

He did start from the start, you better watch it again!!