Stihl MS 362 Chainsaw! Very HARD To Start And LOW On Power! Let's Fix It!

[@geraldmellon740]

I'm 1000% certain that I will never ever start or use a chainsaw of any type at any time in my lifetime but I like these videos so much. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Wow! 🤩

[@dcvariousvids8082]

Plenty of hand-cutters in Scotland. So if you ever need a chainsaw, there’ll be plenty of arb and or forestry contractors to choose from.

[@48retrop]

This lady is good. What makes her videos so good is that she does close ups when she needs to. If I did not know better I would think she works for Stihl Corp as a trainer. She has all the correct equipment to work on saws and has a pleasant personality to boot. She speaks slow enough to follow her work, unlike the vast majority of shade tree mechanics who seem to think you have to speak as fast as an auctioneer if you want to make videos. Another one of her positive traits is the fact that she cleans up her saws before she puts them on the bench, unlike most other KZbin small engine mechanics. She also moves the parts that she removes out of the camera shot so that she keeps a clean and uncluttered bench. That in itself is tremendously important. She has a good camera/microphone and does superb setups. I don't know if she does her own editing or not but someone spends a lot of time with the software to do that. I rank her KZbin Channel equal to James Condon's KZbin Channel. With all her positive traits I am certain her business is profitable and her KZbin channel is very profitable as well. If you want to learn something about repairing chain saws follow her closely. Did I say she was entertaining too? Well, I just did.

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

So glad to see another chainsaw repair upload! You were missed young lady❤❤❤❤

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you!

[@robertmailhos8159]

You definitely are the chainsaw repair queen 👑👑

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you!

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@marriedwithsmallengines you are most welcome young lady 💐

[@Crankenfine]

I so enjoy watching you take care of these little machines. The lesson here- there’s so much you can learn from careful observation of the clues! 👍

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thanks for watching!

[@willyfs]

After 30 years using a Stihl 039 I got oureself (brother in law) a new Stihl MS362CM 18" bar sept 2024, nice te see we have done the right thing. With this cleaning video life exstantion for another 30 years using the MS362CM. Can't wait to use it :-) Thanks Ma'am !

[@grahamrobertson9340]

Keep up the good work. I really enjoy your videos. I know that it must be hard to film, edit, run your business, and most importantly, family obligations. Your content is excellent, I truly believe that you should teach, you are an excellent instructor. Thanks from a fellow Ontario resident.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you! It is hard - I'm being pulled in many different directions and trying to make time for everything.

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

@@marriedwithsmallengines we absolutely appreciate all of the time and work you put into recording and uploading these wonderful videos Erica!

[@PeterLahiff]

Hello from southern Tasmania. We are getting ready for our winter the sound of chainsaws cutting firewood is everywhere . At 5 am this morning I was stoking the fire just like you were in this vid. I’m running a lot of old saws 032 034 38 and 46 magnums. I’m learning so much from you very through and informative vids. Thank you.

[@MunkyWrench]

Well done Erica.. I hit all the buttons.. see you soon

[@stevenbelsky1652]

I just don't understand why people pay all that money for equipment and don't do general maintenance on it.

[@Yakkcatz]

Questions that could be asked infinitely and truthfully burden our mechanics with tedious inescapable work.

[@wrstew1272]

Some people don’t know how, and some people just use it up and replace. West Chazy have become a disposable society 😢

[@bjrinshore]

Life happens no judgments from me. I just turned my 028AV in for maintenance after it has say in its own juices for five years as I was recovering from cancer and surgery. My PT and OT cleared me to use the same again. Wish I was living closer to this professional lady.

[@justinblasovski2105]

…a tale as old as time.

[@oscuro_signore]

I love your videos! Now I'm just waiting to see how you disassemble and reassemble an engine :) Greetings from Italy

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thanks for watching!

[@DarkFlamage]

@oscuro_signore In a past video she says they rarely rebuild chainsaw engines because the parts & labor cost would exceed the price of a brand new unit.

[@mikejerrett7354]

I'm amazed at how big those saws are ,they sound like a dirt bike running 😊 . Good video.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you!

[@caveweta]

Love your methodical and practical routine and commentary. Easy to follow.

[@rickthelian2215]

Great work on the chainsaws, especially the small one, servicing is key if you do it yourself or send into the dealer dependant on the tool and skill set. Using the right fuels and lubricants from Stihl is key as well, I’m still using the Stihl oil Castrol Manufactured before the red and green superseded the blue one. Run beautifully😁🇦🇺 Note:Read your Stihl Instruction manual, even on a rainy day!

[@stevetheriault4164]

GREAT JOB REPAIRING THAT SAW 👍👍👍

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you so much!

[@jamesgulrich7416]

This last fall, our snowmobile club purchased an MS362. We've had a few issues with it and the first one, of course, the dealer said that they had never seen it before...the throttle butterfly shaft was frozen up. After one running, it was inoperable. The mechanic had to replace the new carb. The other issue is the dealer tunes it for 1300 feet in elevation and we run it above 4000. Just after the saw warms up, it doesn't start unless we have the throttle cracked open. Other than that, the saw loves to eat wood. Thanks for putting up such great videos...not only educational but very entertaining as well.

[@dcvariousvids8082]

Time to learn how to tune to carb for elevation & ambient temps.

[@Pansarpalle]

I got a 362, and if you ask me, it's one of the best saws ever made for general tree felling. Light, brutal power and acceleration. I use mine with 16" Tsumura light, and an extra 20" Oregon bar in my toolbox.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Looks like you have your hands full! It’s good to be busy! Nice work!

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thanks Ken! We just had a super busy week! I hope to see you all tomorrow :)

[@robertdavis6708]

Saw Erica sucking air trying to start those 881's. Tough saw for a good man to start. Man that is one powerful saw, like to see it working wood.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

They are tough!

[@hollywoodbusbin138]

Another great video...thanks for shareing your workday!

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thanks for watching!

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

I love my saws, especially my big Stihls. I'm very meticulous when it comes to cleaning them and I do it after each and every use. Good saws are an expensive investment and well worth the time and effort to keep them clean. At least in my opinion. That poor 362 looked like it had never been cleaned. Wow

[@badgerjim71]

Totally with ya on this. Replacing big/pro saws isn't cheap. I quite enjoy time in the shed with radio on doing maintenance after a day cutting.

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

@@badgerjim71 Jimmy you sound like me! I enjoy cleaning my big saws...my little ones too!

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

Now those are big boy saws!!!! Maintenance is a must but most people don’t quite get it. Thanks!

[@overwatch2671]

I have a MS-362‐C with a ported muffler and a 24-inch skip tooth. The saw is a beast. My saw gets broken down and cleaned "washed" after every use. If you take care of your equipment, your equipment will take care of you.

[@D-B-Cooper]

I have one too. I don’t like the skip tooth because the chain feels rough to me. They sold me this one because I am 74 and I was having trouble starting my bigger saws. When it is cold I pull out the rope 5 times and then it starts on the first pull. I also mill lumber freehand with a 36” bar, works fine. I clean it every time I use it and touch up the chain. Love the saw.

[@doglegjake6788]

When you do high quality work like that, your customers will actually want you to stay in business.

[@Terry_Baker]

Awesome video as usual Erica !

[@theresahoffman8408]

881 is equivalent to a 4hp outboard engine. BIG to carry around all day. I paid good money for my 361 years ago, gets kept clean, runs as strong as day one

[@robertcochran7103]

Thank you for posting this excellent video. It is a good lesson in the value of giving any mechanical device a good cleaning and inspection at regular intervals. My grandfather owned and operated a commercial sawmill. He did keep the mill's engine (a gasoline v8) and the platform where people worked pretty clean, but everything else was covered in sawdust. He went deaf because he refused to wear ear protection. I hope you will consider wearing ear protection even when you start an engine for short periods.

[@johnrhodes7487]

Another great job, Erica. Thanks for the video. 🇬🇧

[@stevenmiddagh6265]

Good job young lady.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you!

[@Palshoej]

Nice work Erica😊

[@travelswithbenny3328]

Lol I have a 880 magnum, if it doesn't start quickly I'll sit down for a minute. Didn't use to be that way but at 72 I get out of breath a little!😅😅

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

Love your woodstove too. I have an insert and there's nuthin' like wood heat for some amazing warmth.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Nothing like wood!

[@pcy7931]

Great repair and great to see a lot of business!!! Best wishes!

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you for being here!!

[@adrianm.2043]

Lovely saw the MS 362, I bought one second hand earlier this year from a Stihl dealer. Saw your video and although mine doesn't need a service yet I thought I would watch it, so i know what I am in for when it does, although, since I am retired, it will not get such a lot of use. (that's why i bought second hand) I also have an MS 162 I use in the garden. I used to have Partners, which I used a lot in the 1970's felling huge dead elm trees in the English Midlands after Dutch Elm Disease killed them by the thousand. I find Stihl a lot easier to get parts for. I run my saws exclusively on Aspen two stroke fuel which is ready mixed 50:1 Ethanol free fuel since they are not used all the time I know I can leave them for months and the fuel is still ok and they will start after a few pulls. This fuel is very expensive and wouldn't suit a professional using the saw every day, but will last up to five years. I believe Stihl make a similar fuel but nobody sells it in my area.

[@srenjensen3817]

I have spent a lot of time with a Stihl MS362. Nice machines, both the analog and the electronic version. Thank you for bringing back the memories... wood flakes burning in the eyes and being drenched in sweat 😂

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Glad you like it!

[@ossieljuarez1936]

It's amazing how many problems can be avoided with just regular maintenance. Also I had no idea that you could put a snow blower attachment on a riding lawn mower.

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

Thank You so much for sharing your valuable time, knowledge and resources to bring us such well produced and edited videos. BTW.. Erica, you remind me of a back in the day CBC children's show called 'The Friendly Giant'. Erica, you have the same calm, pleasant demeanor as the Giant. 👍

[@Big_Johns]

Nice work Erica and those are some big 881s for sure. 👍

[@josephdennison7077]

Really enjoy your videos. They are very educational and full of useful content.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Glad you like them!

[@ehguy3628]

Enjoy your chainsaw videos immensely. So refreshing to hear someone/another Canadian pronounce the name Husqvarna correctly.

[@danderight2199]

This video is gold. I have the saw, the same issues, and will now do the same maintenance!

[@chrischiampo7647]

The 362 The Saw That Choked Itself 😩😩😭 Plugged Air Filters And Clogged Cooling Fins and Air Diverter Ducting Nice Catch 😀Are Shop Is Getting Swamped Also Your Guys Shop Is Huge I Love Working On Walkers My Former Employer Was a Walker Dealer So I Worked on a Lot of Them Even The Old Chain Drive Models 😀😊 Still Work on Them At Were I’m At Now

[@65cbtengr]

Wow, 122cc good lord! We used to use Pneumatic chain saws, they where 4 foot bars and need two people and a diesel compressor. Thats a beast!

[@writewritewrite]

That is one great saw to be starting while completely plugged up. It's real problem seemed to be owner issue which I am guilty of myself Never get to cleaning it until the recoil rope breaks or I need a new chain and see it all jammed up with sawdust. Nice job.

[@mware11]

Thank you for your videos, I really appreciate your level of detail and step by step processes.

[@BrucesShop]

Hi Erica Bruce Here. Nice work. Looks like basic maintenance on that 362. Nice that the fuel lines are OK. I am stund on the amount of machines you have out there.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Hi Bruce! Sometimes I’m stunned by it too - especially when it all comes in at once. We will work our way through it all. So much video content but no time to video it.

[@BrucesShop]

@@marriedwithsmallengines I really understand

[@jimhancock5047]

Boy, what a mess!!! Nice that it didn't overheat from all the crap built up.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

She was a mess!

[@luvegg7890]

Great video, I had two MS362s given to me for repair recently. Both with severe wobble in the clutch drums, so bad the oil pump arms weren't rotating and both would stall when the brake was operated.. Turned out major PTO crankshaft wear was to blame.. Both saws were scrapped by the owner.. :)

[@hedm72]

Thanks again for a very interesting video😀 I worked as a mechanic at a Husqvarna and Stihl dealer here in Norway in the early 90’s. I also worked with some Jonsereds. And as a lumberjack in winter. So it’s nostalgic for me to watch you work at those good old saws😊 The “air injection” system was first launched with the Jonsered 2051 turbo, and then Husqvarna 262 and 254. Maybe also some larger models, I’m not sure.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Very cool!

[@chrismichelson1757]

Wow the size on that beast. Daymmm

[@mattwaters6987]

You are one busy and gifted person. Great skills too. Enjoying your videos. Cheers from Alberta! 😊

[@pwleppa]

Excellent video again. Personally I have a MS 362 C-M version. Pretty powerful and excellent build quality saw. Hello from the snowy northern Europe.

[@roscored1000]

dont know why i am seeing this but i have watched two so far. great stuff

[@steveb.6267]

You certainly know what you are doing. Really enjoyed this segment. Have an ms362 and ms661. I can’t imagine ever needing one of those ms881s. That’s a lot of saw that possibly could pull your arm out of its socket if it ever backfired on startup I really like your methodical approach to analyzing the 362.

[@gor4988]

That's my little girl, only second vid I've watched, both incredibly neglected saws, so sad to see. Those 880s are monsters !

[@chrischiampo7647]

I’ve Worked On Many Stihl 088 Magnums I Have Yet To Work on One Of These Sweet New Stihl 881’s Yet But Looking Forward To It 😊😀 They Look Awesome

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

:)

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

Man those 881s make you look tiny Erica. Big beautiful saws though. I'd love to try one out. I've run 066s and now I have a 661.

[@stephenwilson1649]

Say ,Erica ..by putting the spark tester on the old plug,,makes a dead plug fire...it's wat my Dad ,use to do to his old Lincoln welder,,bur he would put little old clothes buttons on each plug,2 cyl.to keep them working..it taught me a way of how to check dead plugs ,not firing....like your videos,,it's how I've being ,with my mechanical work in my days..good to see you ,with a passion of saws..

[@Vinny-i8o]

Nice job 🙂

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lloydprunier4415]

There is always saw dust, but that amount of fine dust looks like they were cutting with dull chains. Looking at the work waiting makes me glad I am retired. When the freight or hot shot trucks pulled in and I was looking out the shop window I knew I was in for some long days and even weekends. The OT was good to get, but the human body can only take so much.

[@georgedavall9449]

Exactly what I was thinking? Still, this saw owner lousy job of keeping a saw clean. A ‘True’ saw owner always clean his saws after a hard run, even if it is just a cursory one, and then a better one later on if it is a time concern?

[@littlethislittlethat456]

Looks like a business like yours is a good business to get into Spring and Fall maintenance. I'm handy so I do almost all of my lawn equipment maintenance but I still learn a lot from you. Thank you for your videos. John from MI P.S. Those Stihl 881's were beasts! I don't know if I could start one.

[@magicone9327]

My local Stihl service center won’t work on anything except Stihl. It makes a lot of works for me!

[@hiscifi2986]

Thanks for the video, I am looking forward to the Husky 266 overhaul. I have a few of them, and even one with a big bore conversion to make it a 272. My 50 year old Husky 61 is still my favourite however.

[@deniscarter6613]

The 881 reminds me of the Stihl 051AV when running

[@christopherness81]

Some mornings need a magnum coffee. Perhaps a new chain went on. Chain got retensioned after cutting while hot and then put away. It cooled down and tightened up. Blue oring on the bar oil cap!

[@Juzzy520]

Well done again!💪💪🍺🍺👍

[@famasmaster2000]

Just subbed, just found you. Im in Ontario as well , Niagara Falls. Excellent video 👍

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thanks for the sub!

[@joehead1294]

Mow year-round down here. Saw some snow a few years ago...

[@CowboyAxe]

Great channel, I really enjoy it. Straight forward and you explain things very well.

[@rharden583]

Nice intro to your video.

[@JyveKilla]

fun fact, a saw covered in wood dust usually means they have been using a dull chain or a chain with high rakers. the chain should make chips, not saw dust. an overly tight chain can also make it feel low on power

[@tomasznumrych7187]

As an example, the 80s era jonsered 451EV I'm restoring uses the removable nut-type spark plugs (NGK BPM6Y).

[@richardvernick4280]

Thank you for the video. You have great work bench video that have great help hints. Your yard looks full of work which keeps the lights on and pays bills. Please take care.👈👍🤗😊

[@TheRustyRooster]

Another awesome job.. Happy saws, I love it..

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thanks!

[@jesterr7133]

I have a Husqvarna blower with a ton of hours on it (approx. 2000 or so) that has a similar issue. It just seems down on power. I put a new carb on it, did a spark arrester delete (it's no longer available), replaced the fuel filter, and cleared a restriction from the muffler. I bought a new air filter for it, but the one that is in it doesn't look that bad, so I haven't installed it yet. It belongs to my mom, and it was extremely carbon fouled. She is definitely putting too much oil in it. All of the things I did made it run better, but it still doesn't feel like it is 100% to me. It's starting pretty easy and idling perfect, but it just doesn't seem like it is running at full throttle. It's a BT130. She's had it for years, loves it, and uses it just about every day year round. I want to get it running as well as it can. Any ideas?

[@GavinM161]

If it's been run heavy on 2-stroke oil I would think an "Italian Tune-up" would be the next course of action.

[@danielrobert7181]

I'd poke an endoscope down the spark plug hole and pull out the muffler so as to be able to spot scoring or excessive wear on the cylinder and piston. As to oil, using a lower quality product is a lot more destructive than mixing in too much. Regards

[@woe2thet1m1d6]

Try tuning the carburetor. If that doesn't do the trick, assuming you have no air leaks, decarbonizing the piston and cylinder will make a huge difference.

[@noelstractors-firewood57]

Great video. Jumpins those 881’s are big. 122 cc, must be about 10 hp. Thanks for your videos. I saw test procedure that helped me fix my Red Max G5300 chainsaw. And I saw you on Ken’s small engine repair live last Saturday. 👍🏻👍🏻👋👋

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Awesome! 😎

[@longbar105d]

Enjoy the content 👍

[@Syncop8rNZ]

Another good job Erica! Do you ever work on older saws? I know most places won't. I like my old McCullochs. 😁

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Yes, sometimes I do!

[@Syncop8rNZ]

I guess finding parts is an issue. I have some sources in the US, guys who have bought up old dealership stock.

[@teamachieve5625]

Another great video!

[@fhazen01]

Another great video. Sure enjoy your channel. You’re so methodical in your procedures. Figured this was a good time to ask this question that has been bugging me ever since I bought my first Stihl saw with the Frankenstein fuel & oil covers. This seems to be a good example of German Engineering. Why design something that works with 2 or 3 parts when they can come up with something that doesn’t work any better but is much more complicated and consists of 10 or 12 parts. You got it, the funky oil & fuel caps. I have learned new words after I have got back to my log pile after refueling only to learn the gas or oil is all over my pants & boots. Have you ever learned from Stihl why these have to be so complicated? I was in awe at how big you operation is. How many technicians do you keep busy? Do you each specialize in the equipment you work on? Do you also do videos on lawn equipment? Your channel is great.👍

[@zackeryeckenrod6549]

I see alot of hate for the ms362 i have one with a.c. and it runs great. I have no problem with mine its a great saw cant say a bad word about it. I see alot of shit about racing saws i cut wood dont care if my saw is 1.2 seconds slower thru a cut. Very dumb my saw saw cuts no problem. Thank you.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

I love the 362's!

[@MillersStumpsandFirewood712]

Great video, just subscribed and will continue watching.

[@ShainAndrews]

5-6 years of hot suppers and it's still kicking. That's some quality and some luck. Didn't over heat it.

[@Tim_othy87]

I hope you have more staff than you and your husband to help you out?...great video btw

[@jameslovering9158]

Nice sized saw, these seem good value.

[@davva360]

I have an MS271 with a 20 inch bar. That’s a lot of work to lug around. Can’t imagine dealing with those 881s!

[@alexgratsch4194]

Sorry for loving the spectacular MS 881 content more than the repair of the MS 362. Unfortunately I have never seen one. The largest I was ever able to start and use was an MS 661. Here in Germany the top size saws are rarely needed. We ain’t got those large trees. Do you know why the MS 881 comes without M-Tronic? Love Alex.

[@MisterJennison]

Don’t have one of the new ones but I did just put a full rap handle on my 880 and ordered two 138 driver chains for my mid size bar…

[@dcvariousvids8082]

Used to have access to an MS880 for milling. Great saw for milling but had to get someone else to start it and heck are they heavy. Heavy powerhead, then add the b+c and the mill. Almost too heave to pick up. And they drink fuel, as do all big saws.

[@philliphall5198]

If you buy a saw also buy 6 air filters at the same time, it will save you time and money 😊😊😊

[@doglegjake6788]

Thanks for sharing a great video

[@koyote2e511]

I noticed when you test cut a saw on log, that you hold saw away from log n not use the bump dog(spike). Is this for any other reason than the log is too close to shed or something technical. Hi fromAustralia by the way, love your channel

[@ChainsawManPro]

That's nice

[@lrobie123]

buying at least a portable 125psi capable air compressor for a home shop is good enough for users to use to keep their chainsaw cleaned out after each use

[@elpolaco7654]

Please... OSHA: "Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning purposes, except where reduced to less than 30 psi and then only with effective chip guarding and personal protection equipment."

[@daveabercrombie3446]

I now you guys know more than I do about it but I was taught not to run a saw without bars and chains. Have things changed or is that a wives tale? Btw I'm also in Ontario. Do you mind saying the area you're from? I'm from thenorth west. Think west of Thunder Bay. Thank for the informative video's.

[@shedder1104]

You do a great job! Thx

[@magicone9327]

I appreciate you doing these vids!

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Thank you!! Lots more to come!

[@danstevens2204]

Those air filters are cleanable and reusable both the inner and outer. Mine have lasted 12 years or more no problem. It’s a far better system than my 500i which needed modification just make it seal from new and that’s not uncommon.

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

Thanks for the video it was great

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jerrysadler6100]

Hello I have a question?? Can you send me the Stihl part number for the flywheel tool and the filter tool and the guage for the coil to flywheel!