THIS DESTROYS CHAINSAWS! - Stihl MS290 Chainsaw - Detailed Chainsaw Repair and Restoration!

[@cmm0606-s2g]

Masterful. This was an awesome watch, better than ASMR, Thank you.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks so much. I really appreciate the awesome comment and the view! Have a great day!

[@RatuTutudua-z8e]

Thankks

[@JablesMullet]

Agreed great video, but the muffler portion audio was like nails on a chalkboard for me. The rust on thin metal for some reason makes my boys go into my gut. LOL

[@lanep4322]

Two things I just added to my tool kit, hemostats and Evaporust. Never thought I'd watch a full video tear down of a 20+ year old chainsaw but you made it interesting and worthwhile.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@RaymondYocum-uw5hd]

Evaporust....is that the same as Coca Cola? Lol

[@barrycole]

One of the best power saw service videos I have come across. Compressed air blow out, each time a saw is used, can go a long way to extend the life of the saw.

[@rossk4864]

Wonderful instructional video! Demonstration of compression and vacuum tests, as well as use of vegetable oil were especially informative. I learned the proper use of a business card to gap the coil on lawn mower engines when I was about 10 years; works perfectly on all small engines. I have a Stihl 028 Super, purchased in 1980 and used 8 to 10 hours a day, six or seven days a week for high production precommercial thinning, for 4 years. Has been a reliable wood and brush cutter ever since and starts up on a few easy pulls to this day. My regimen: Clean the saw, touch up the chain and adjust carb every few hours of operation; a sharp chain puts optimum load on the engine and reduces engine/chain parts hours for a given amount of production; proper carb adjustment keeps combustion chamber cool and reduces internal carbon build-up; disassemble, clean and re-kit the carburetor periodically. Other parts as needed. Old Stihls seem to run forever if properly maintained!

[@niklar55]

In my youth I would have plunged into this fearlessly. In my 80's it fills me with apprehension, on whether I would remember where all the bits came from. .

[@theobserver9131]

I'm just scared of messing with exhaust parts. Bolts break EVERY TIME I try it.

[@niklar55]

@@theobserver9131 Penetrating oil to start, then a blowtorch to heat the casing first will help to loosen things. Also try tightening a little first, then loosening, a little, and repeat, several times, until you have a full turn then it should be OK with a little more oil.

[@trevorkolmatycki4042]

Yes… lots of bits to manage. But… with a cellphone camera we can photograph each stage during disassembly for reference during reassembly… that really helps. And just keep little plastic containers for different parts.

[@niklar55]

@@trevorkolmatycki4042 I have a Stihl strimmer to sort. So, I'll have to pluck up my courage!

[@billl605]

same

[@allancrow134]

My Husq 365 just packed it in after almost 30 years of reliable service. I bought a brand new one to console my grief. The Stihl you are working on didn't get a lot of care, as soon as you gave it a pull I knew it would be a runner. Great job!

[@myshop5390]

My wife has a MS290 and its been a great saw. Just used it to dropped a dead 36" elm tree. Nothing like going out to the shop and working on a piece of equipment. When I finish with her HS81R I may tackle the MS290. Its been in service for over 10 years so it needs some TLC. Your video is really going to help. Thank you. No one in my area stocks Stihl and parts so I have been buying from UK with excellent success. They pretty much repair everything in the UK and the laws are much more favorable to DIY and I believe the prices are better. Keep up the good work. You probably get more out of the teaching than your elderly students! Thank you!

[@chainsawace1777]

I appreciate you watching and thanks for the kind words! I am working on mutiple videos right now. I hope you stick around to see them. Have a great day.

[@steverolfe2997]

I've rebuilt two chain saws out of desperation. This video is awesome in how organized the process is presented. Sure wish I had seen this before.

[@garychandler4296]

Rebuilt one 290 for a customer: never again! Sorry assed design, way too much work, for too little money! One time with just gasoline and not only does it score out, but to replace the jug and piston, YOU HAVE TO DISASSEMBLE THE WHOLE SAW! The cylinder is also the crankcase!

[@diegomontoya796]

I was given a broken saw, with the pieces I needed to get my 2 in one running. I call it frank. For Frankenstein.

[@paulet3682]

I enjoyed the video immensely and saved it for my husband. We have a MS291, and cut and stack up to 3 cords of wood per year. I don't think he has ever done such a thorough cleaning, but we will practice on an old smaller Stihl a neighbor sold us for $20. Doesn't run right, so we can't mess it up too bad, I hope.

[@chainsawace1777]

That is awesome! Really appreciate you watching and saving it for your husband. I hope you guys found it helpful.

[@MrOldclunker]

Wow 3 whole cords? that is an afternoon for us.

[@davidwoermansr]

​@@MrOldclunkerright I get that from a hedge row before I get my 40 ft trailer loaded with posts and when in the timber before a good day of getting logs to the mill I get more from the tops and hollow trees

[@thesayxx]

@@davidwoermansr You two measuring your glizzies under a comment made by a woman thanking the guy for making a video? You guys must be some real deal logging SOB's lol. If you spent that energy cleaning your saws rather than swinging dks Steven wouldn't have to make a video like that. And newsflash, nobody gives a shit how many cords you make.

[@peterellis4262]

Ignore the braggarts ;)

[@AnthemBassMan]

Nice informative video! One thing I love that you did was that you actually rebuilt the carb. So many people are just parts changers. I understand if you have a high volume repair shop, but the average person fixing something themselves needs to learn why it’s not working and how to fix it. Not just order an Amazon replacement.

[@gerritvanwilligen]

This is more than a little TLC. You put a lot of love there because I think most people would just clean the surface that you see, clean the carb and put a kit there and start using the saw. You made it brand new and I was curious about the hours you 've put into it, but scrolling through the comments I found out you didn't keep track. Anyway... awesome job! 👍

[@wayneberry8703]

Absolutely great job stripping it down, cleaning and reassembling it again. It was a lot of work, but how good does it look after you had finished.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks a much for the watch and the comment. It looks like a different chainsaw. There was still a little discoloration in the engine housing plastic but it cleaned up nicely. The outer shell looks practically brand new however. I'm very happy with it.

[@truckguy6.7]

@@chainsawace1777 Saw turned out great, thx for the video. If you don't mind me asking how much was the total for the parts? I noticed some Stihl parts and perhaps some not? If so, why some factory and some not?

[@Dave5843-d9m]

The engine parts were genuine OEM. Chain and bar aftermarket. These are consumable parts so why not?

[@Conservator.]

@@chainsawace1777Hi, Have you considered buying an ultrasonic cleaner?

[@Conservator.]

I can’t view and delete my previous comment anymore. Please ignore, I’ve just seen your ultrasonic cleaner.

[@JohnYen-e7v]

One of the best video showing step by step operation and explanation ,giving confidence to do the job.

[@chainsawace1777]

Hey thanks for watching and commenting. Have a great day!

[@michaelgoble8200]

Now it’s time to say congratulations on a remarkable transformation of this old machine. I have never owned or used a chainsaw so I don’t know why I watched the whole video. I guess it was almost hypnotic. I’m certainly impressed that he managed to put everything back together successfully.

[@davidnewland2461]

I love my 029 Stih"l farm boss" only problem it's been sitting for six years I suppose I'm gonna have to get some body to take it to the local repair shop.

[@MendTheWorld]

Me too! It's not just a repair that was expertly done. The video itself was extremely well done and edited. Fantastic job!

[@MrOldclunker]

That cleaning would have cost you about $300 for a chainsaw that cost $300 max used.

[@MrOldclunker]

@@davidnewland2461 Carb kit and a plug at best and fire it up. There saved you $300 on a shop.

[@dougbas3980]

Sometimes you do work like this and have many parts left over after you finish and you wonder why they put all those unneeded parts in🤣

[@needinfo2614]

Most comprehensive rehap/rebuild of a chainsaw I've ever seen, thanks!

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks so much!

[@o5245607]

How he is able to put everything back together again is amazing to me. Thanks

[@markoaks8694]

I am a retired small engine mech. I really enjoyed the video. Thanks.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you Mark. I really appreciate your nice comment. I'm now officially retired as a mechanic as well. We've been in business for 42 years but an opportunity to exit came up. So we did. Now I'm just doing this for fun. I have tons of awesome stuff for the channel planned. I hope you stick around to see it and give me feedback. Have a great day my friend.

[@thomasmagiera3283]

A really great, well detailed video. Thanks for doing a wonderful job of explaining everything involved. I would like to add one important thing I tell people which is to let the saw warm up for a bit before full RPMs .This keeps the aluminum piston from expanding faster than the cast cylinder thus scoring it. All my 3 chainsaws came to me free from people who did'nt know this.

[@scorpio9578]

The carb parts were stained by the liquid you used, swap it for one that's safe with alloys. Great vid!

[@Cokie907]

That’s my saw! Bought her in 2012 for $389 at McGinley’s in Alcoa, TN (Knoxville). She still runs like a champ. The good ole Farm Boss. Love it! ❤

[@Lonewolve1988]

The Stihl MS 290 is a great homeowner saws, I have one and it's used for felling, bucking, limbing smaller trees. Bought it in 2008, got away from regular gasoline after a carburetor rebuild, use only non ethanol gasoline mixed with Stihl HP synthetic mix oil, a shot of Seafoam, and a shot of Startron....., great video

[@facereader99]

Very similar to MS271 that I did a good clean up (not as complete as here) last week. I used a 3000PSI pressure washer with white tip and kept a foot away. Degreaser, mainly thick bristle brush used. Impact driver used to open, not close screws. New chain, Oregon, similar fast cutting, and greater risk of kick back. Oil tank had to be significantly full before oil appeared on the port. No dipping in any liquid. Some ear wax in tough to clean spaces was removed. Some very minor ones left. Carb not removed. Area underneath carb inlet cleaned with pressure washer. New air filter. New gas. New bar oil. Thank you very much for sharing!

[@contessa.adella]

I don’t have a Stihl…but the presentation pulled me in, almost therapeutic. Great renovation job too.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you found the video almost therapeutic-I guess I should consider shooting my next video in front of a waterfall for an extra tranquil vibe! Maybe we can turn chainsaw restorations into a new form of relaxation therapy. 😂 Seriously though, I appreciate your kind words and I'm happy you enjoyed the video.

[@Mopar-Pioneer]

Thank goodness ! Someone finally using a wide open throttle to give a compression test . Well done sir !

[@jeromebecigneul2911]

It would be nice if all of us chainsaw users had the technical knowledge and expertise and tools to tear down and test a chainsaw like this. I can tear down minimally and always blow out the dirt, wash out the covers, etc. But a tear down like that, no way.. And I can't imagine the cost to take it to a repair shop to have that done. but I appreciate you showing us on how it's done. Nice job.

[@grizzlybear4122]

Great video! I bought an 036 30 years ago when I cleared land for my first house, then gave it to my father. Got it back when he passed and looking to fix it up. My bet is it has never been broken down and cleaned. I have my work cut out for me as it seems.

[@jakecrib9971]

I am amazed. You remind me of me. A perfectionist. No shortcuts, no BS. I love it ! Great job. That chainsaw is perfect, like new. Great job. I'm really impressed. I thought folks like you and I had become obsolete.

[@chainsawace1777]

Really appreciate you watching my friend. People like us are still around we are just busy working. lol Thanks for the nice comment as well. People like you make doing videos like this worth it.

[@davidking5497]

2 habits that has helped me over the decades. 1. I use a knife to open the bar oil. I leave an almost ½inch of the seal. I can pour a gallon jug with that, since it cuts off the drip way better. 2. Most important- I always add bar oil before my fuel. Won't even touch the fuel can. My brain knows it needs fuel, but it's just too easy forget to refill the chain oil reservoir. 35 years-so far, so good. Thanks for making the effort to put out such an outstanding video. Straight to the point, all the steps, and nice to see the saw come back to life.

[@rolanddring-sandberg4432]

I never realised how high quality Stihl Chainsaws manufacture was

[@chainsawace1777]

In my opinion, Stihl Chainsaws are the best. Thanks for watching.

[@joshuaolander201]

I don't know I sure do love my old jonsered 630. She just keeps getting the firewood for us every summer since like 1988

[@harrisdail9939]

german made Stihl's yes American made no way. I had 2 German made stihl's and the quality was outstanding. they got stole and replaced them and they were made in the US and the quality was total crap. quality between US made and German made are like the difference between night and day

[@Okinawa1914]

​@@chainsawace1777 ECHO JAPAN BEST CHEINSAW ☝️

[@dynamite6507]

I have a stihl from 1999 Never had issues with it I cut firewood every year

[@thomassullivan410]

My God you did such a beautiful job on that old boy I would put it in a glass case in my living room and let people come look at it.That was for sure not your first rodeo. Great job. 😀 ADD: Many moons ago as a younger man we cut and sold wood to the tourists for firewood. Very first thing we did upon returning home was to clean the chain saw. Bar off chain was set aside to sharpen and we just used gasoline to get her cleaned. Better stuff now but gas worked just fine. Gave it a pretty good cleaning then fuel and oil and ready for the next day. Weekend was deep cleaning day if we were not working. We cared for our saws and they never let us down. Stihl saws like a diesel locomotive they just keep chugging. 👍

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed the video. It's always rewarding to bring an old chainsaw back to life and make it look and perform like new. I really appreciate you sharing your story. It’s amazing to hear about your experiences and the care you took with your chainsaws. Stihl saws indeed are like diesel locomotives-reliable and tough. Thanks again for your wonderful comment and for sharing your memories! 👍😀

[@Colorado-Tinkering]

The commentary is great. Most vids like this have none.

[@chainsawace1777]

Man, I was torn on what to do about commentary. A friend of mine said he did not like to watch videos that didnt have any commentary and that he liked for what was being done on screen to be explained. I guess he was correct. Should I do more commentary or less? Or was this level about right? Appreciate you watching and giving the nice comment. Any feedback is appreciated.

[@Colorado-Tinkering]

@@chainsawace1777 I think the commentary makes it more personal, especially a relaxed style, and anything that isn’t conveyed easily via the video can be enhanced or expanded upon with your voice. Most people would probably appreciate your wisdom of where to be extra careful or use a can whoop-ass on a fastener or avoid this or that lubricant/rust remover etc. The down side, and probably the reason why most creators of these type of vids do them silently, is the fact that those who aren’t well versed in the English language will click out very soon. So there’s that. Best of luck with the channel. Oh, and maybe provide practical advice on keeping track of fasteners and other small parts (where they go) will be a good topic some day.

[@jcgoogle1808]

@@chainsawace1777 First time I've come across this channel. Good content,....and information in the commentary was fine,.. it just sounds like you're unnaturally reading from a script. Saying it in you're own words off the cuff,.. will come across much better,.. even if you don't say it perfectly. Or if you don't like it,... this is video,.. you can edit it,..... break it up into sections and do several takes of each until you think it's right. That's what all of the other youtubers do. They even show bloopers sometimes at the end. You can do an outline of the whole process as a guide for the proper sequence and as a reminder of any points you wanted to make in each section,... but reading it is distracting to the viewer. It sounds like someone wrote it for you and you're just reading the directions for the first time. Too much focus on pronouncing words properly sounds fake. Diesel Creek does a good job of what sounds like is ad-libbing his videos,.. but I'm sure he has as outline if just a list of things he might want to cover and I know he does more than one take,.. cause sometimes he forgets to edit them out. And they're great videos. Some of them are put together over days or weeks,.. due to ordering parts, weather,.. etc. Or Chickanic is one closer to this content.

[@georgedavall9449]

Hey Chainsaw Ace! Your commentary was just about spot on! I enjoyed the somewhat dry humor at times, and the self deprecating approach. You are truly the ‘Chainsaw Ace!’ Well done!

[@georgedavall9449]

Wow, what a comment there. I’m glad You didn't go into too much detail, or come away sounding like a know it all snob! 🙄

[@richard_wenner]

It's as simple as that! 54 minutes of pure pleasure. Thank you. Happy and safe cutting.

[@BradCox-c3v]

Going to Alaska. Am buying all new Stihl equipment. With videos like this, how can I go wrong? Proper maintenance out in the wilderness is absolute and may keep me from having to buy two of everything! HEY MAN, THANKS!

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you for the nice comment and watching. Have a great day. Watch out for bears and White Walkers up there north of the wall! (GAME OF THRONES REFERENCE ).

[@william6526]

My neighbor works at a metal recycling yard and he brought home two stihl farm boss chainsaws that were dirtier then this saw. He asked me if I would look at them and see if they were any good. I was a timber faller for years and did all the maintenance on my saws for many years so I agreed to look at them. First I took out the magneto that I found out is now called the ignition coil so it would get wet. I put a plastic baggie over the throat of the carb. To keep water out of the cylinder . These saws were so dirty it would of took hours to clean all the caked on dirt ,wood and oil out of the fins on the head and dirt every where. I took off the side plate ,the bar and the side plate for the starter rope. I then plugged the holes for the muffler. I took all the parts outside and used my pressure washer with a straight stream of water and it took a half hour to get all the crud off these saws . I drained the old gas ,removed and cleaned the float bowl and jets in the carb. I drained and flushed out the oil tank and chain oiler. After I blew the parts off with pressurized air ,resembled them and set the gap on the ignition coil I pulled the plug that looked new and sprayed foaming oil into the cylinders and turned them over to lube the rings and cylinder. I put gas in the saws and three pulls on both saw and they ran like new. They are great saws and look almost new except for a few scratches on the chain covers from someone not taking care to set the saw down right. I took before and after pictures and no one can believe they are the same saws. My neighbor got two saws worth hundreds of dollars. He was so grateful he gave me one of the saws . I can't believe how someone would allow a expensive piece of equipment to be treated like this. I figure it was probably some landscape company with employees who don't care about someone else's property and the owner most likely felt it would cost more to clean and fix the saws so they dunked them and bought new ones. I told my neighbor if he finds anymore saws an if they turn over when he pulls the cord to bring them home and I'll work on them. He just brought home a craftsman 30 gallon air compressor that probably 20 years old. I plugged it in and the tank is solid, the compressor builds pressure to 150 pounds. The only things I can find wrong with it is one of the pressure gauges is broke that I replaced for 10 dollars and the quick disconnect on the 40 foot hose leaked that I replaced for 4 dollars. We washed it off fixed one of the wheels on the cart with a new cotter pin and he's now got a great compressor that has a metal tag that says it's made in the USA. It's most likely a lot better made compressor then the Chinese junk that's available today. People in our country have way to much money if they can afford to throw things away that only require a little attention . One thing I forgot to mention both saws had brand new chisel bits chains that had never been sharpened. One of those chains would cost 75 dollars. Amazing!!!!!

[@vtxdaryl]

All I can do is change the spark plug and oil the chain. I don’t have any chain saw dissembling skills, so I enjoy watching experts like you. Excellent video.

[@larsvegas1505]

things like that u should just do sometimes and learn.. Ive done a lot of moped/scooter tuning when i was in my teens.. little chainsaw motor doesnt faze me.

[@chainsawace1777]

Keep at it! You'll be changing the carburetor in no time! Thanks for watching.

[@MulloyDIY]

Awesome job! That’s a saw that’d be hard to sell and anyone should be proud to own. I own a MS 271 farm boss. It doesn’t get a lot of use, but after each job I clean everything thoroughly and sharpen the chain.

[@farisal-salihi3780]

One of the best videos on KZbin. As a home owner what cleaning procedure do you recommend every time I sharpen my chain to avoid accumulation of dirt in the inner part of the chainsaw.

[@chrisbraid2907]

If I’m Lazy I break out the Pressure washer but if you do be careful where you use it’s force. Don’t go ruining Seals. Most of the ignition parts cope ok and I airblast the wet Saw . Don’t get water down the inlet or exhaust and do it on a cold Saw only ….

[@anthonyshell6191]

Awesome job rebuilding this saw. You did a fantastic job

[@chainsawace1777]

Wow, thanks! Really appreciate it.

[@livinnash7693]

This is exactly what my newest hobby has become. Started with an old 066 and have now grown to bringing 26 saws back to life. Great video and really good info my friend👊🏼

[@nathanael5606]

I played this to fall asleep to. Very soothing for a man like me

[@chainsawace1777]

Nice! Thanks for watching!

[@MitchEllis-dn9lf]

You are the only person I have heard suggesting to lift the guide bar when adjusting the chain tension and bar nuts. I have done this for years after seeing what a difference it can make when doing so.

[@SteifWood]

Though this was literally a brand new saw with just some grime and dust you did a nice job/video explaining the process. If you had done anything else, it's good you cleaned the cylinder ribs as good airflow (and clean carb) is the most important thing for the saw. I especially liked the idea to change the clutch to a newer rim style sprocket. You're an inspiration for me to finally fully rebuild my old 40 yr old Partner 5000 that has been sitting in the barn for yrs. Some comments: 1) I always disassemble and fully clean the springs on the starter unit. Especially cutting dry wood (like bark beetle killed trees). Fine saw dust really clogs up the whole mechanism. To lubricate I use Boeshield T-9 as it doesn't collect so much dust (I'd do the same for the throttle mechanism). 2) Was the rubber guide for the carb high/low screws lost/damaged/forgotten? Installed it makes adjusting the carb so much easier. 3) Dust/shavings/twigs and even sand/rocks will always enter the chain oil tank so I regularly empty/clean with some kerosene, blow with air (from reverse), and then check if it works/adjust without the bar/cover on. 4) On older machines I always check (and replace) the rubber gromets for the dampening mechanism. If one breaks during work it 'can' be dangerous. 5) As a logger for yrs I've never seen the need for those spiky attachments and just remove them ... but we all have our differences.

[@jameskeyes1131]

Best rebuild and clean video on KZbin. Looks like new. Well done.

[@Firobeltran]

Chainsaw maintenance/repair Master class 🤌🏼

[@chainsawace1777]

Really appreciate your nice comment. Thanks for watching!

[@bradpotter6401]

I love getting hold of neglected old saws like this one that the owner has given up on. It usually doesn't take more than a good cleaning, a carb kit and other peripheral parts to get them running like new again. I once found a Stihl 034 beside a road in the national forest that somebody got pissed off at and threw away. After going through it my friend is still using it 10 years later.

[@Gelathius]

Thank you, my girlfriends family likes to leave a bunch of junk around including (what i am guessing) a broken stihl chainsaw that was left in the dirt for a few years so i am going to try to clean it and fix it so this should really help. Also, that vid on how to do pressure and vacuum tests without the fancy thingamabob would be handy.

[@jim7smith]

Outstanding and thorough demonstration embedded with a number of DO NOTS. Well Done

[@Huntinghogs]

I have a MS290 Farm Boss. Was very boggy and didn’t pull through the wood very good. Needed a carb overhaul after several years of use. I removed the high/low adjustment stops. Fine tuned the carb while it was in wood. It’s a whole different animal now.

[@chainsawace1777]

Right on! Thanks for watching!

[@tonicarre4842]

I was glued to your video which was brilliant. You are a natural and very skilful tradesman. Well done and thank you for sharing

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you very much for the awesome comment and watching our video. Our next video is a few days away, but it should be a good one. Thanks again!

[@allandriver2066]

I bought a sonic cleaner to clean part from my teardowns....works like a a treat!

[@andrehak]

Nice one! Cleaning is always good, yet I have never come across a broken Stihl lol!

[@dennisgibbs5708]

Man!! I am amazed at all the parts that goes into this old misused chain saw! You are very good at this complicated work!

[@chainsawace1777]

Appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching and commenting. Have a great day.

[@MrOldclunker]

You seriously think this is complicated?

[@HVVYMETAL]

Absolutely incredible. The most in-depth tear down and rebuild I have ever seen. Well done.🤘

[@peterpumkineater6872]

Good job, I have the same saw, now I will tackle its strip down with confidence. Thank you Sir.🎉

[@scootersworkbench6347]

Great video. I have a MS290 from when my dad passed and it needs a little bit of love. I was really hoping that you would go through the oiler and check it, I am not throwing oil when it's running. Your saw looks great now though.

[@richyearle007]

Well done. Very educational. You made that look easy.. I have now learned to leave my two stroke repairs to someone else.

[@orestwitiw213]

Hello I enjoyed watching you tear this chainsaw down from Northern Ontario. It’s way beyond what I could do but it at least showed me many of the things I needed to do to keep my MS170 clean and running great. I saw that you used Evaporust and I’d like to let you know that there is a guy on KZbin that mixed his own rust removing solution that was a fraction of the cost of Evaporust costing only a few dollars. It was made with common household items and lasted longer, was more effective and lasted for many more uses compared to Evaporust. He used 1L of water to 100grams of Citric Acid. He pointed out that you could substitute the Citric Acid with the either one of following: *40 grams of Sodium Carbonate (Arm and Hammer Washing Soda) *63 grams of Sodium Bicarbonate (Arm and Hammer Baking Soda) *30 grams of sodium hydroxide ( Caustic Soda) This will save you tons of money same as when you use vegetable oil instead of mineral oil. I’ll find a link to his KZbin video. Great rebuilt by the way!

[@AdamEast-yo8pz]

I'm always cleaning out my classic 010, 011 & 012s covers and casing with soapy water and then a water jet before conducting any checks and maintenance so I can see clearly (aged 65) what is worn and needing replacement. The thing that most destroys these particular engines is the Reed Valve which has come apart on two rebuilds due to age and wear, dropping into and ruining the cylinders, so I would caution any restorers to watch for this on older models. The vegetable oil bath for old plastics is an interesting addition when conducting a major strip down like this but probably needs storing in an airless container between use to stop it going off (?). I only use Stihl Motomix in all my engines as this is without the harmful chemicals that are neither good for machine, nature or man and has a long storage life. I switched to Rape or Wheat organic chain oils some years ago on the same basis and haven't had any problems since I moved away from a formula with added latex which acted like a wood glue.

[@ronalddunn291]

I never mess with the old carb I replace it with a new one and I'm ready to cut. Save time, money and all that screwing with the carb. I Do like your videos.👍

[@YonnyHagstar]

When I look up the price of a new Stihl or Husqvarna carburetor it's obviously designed so that it's much smarter to throw the saw away. And the cheap reproduction ones are only effective maybe 3/4 of the time who knows how long they'll last. The smartest thing to do is to spend eight bucks on a kit this works nearly all the time and you have OEM quality at less than knock off price.

[@dougbas3980]

Great! I have a 40-50 yo Stihl 036 which looks just like the model you are working on. If I ever need to do a complete tare down, this is the video! I keep my air filter clean and do a lot of lub, but for about 45 years, it just work. On my 10 acres, there is some use every year but not intensive. Just a little maintenance and fresh fuel and it always works well. I love my chain saw. I also love the more agressive Oregon chains. I want chips, not dust.👍

[@knarrfarmbungalow3123]

Inspiring. I now know that I could have saved my old MS 230 . How long did this whole process take?

[@bwmcelya]

Wow. Good work. Stihls are worth saving, and you brought that one back nicely.

[@electricannulus8854]

One of the best videos of its kind....Well done!

[@dazkaz15]

It's as if it just came out of the factory yesterday! Beautiful job, well done.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you for watching and for the nice comment! Have a great day!

[@byronharano2391]

I normally don't watch too many "how to" videos of this length all the way to end. I watched yours to end. I enjoyed your video. Mahalo sir.

[@drgriff0211]

This is a very good video. Thank you for sharing it. You mentioned cleaning your saw after every use. Obviously its not practical to completely disassemble the saw to this extent-how do you recommend cleaning the saw to prevent this amount of buildup? Could you make a video for routine use cleaning?

[@haraldpost]

How come you put the throttle wide open for the compression test?

[@chainsawace1777]

In reality I have yet to see the difference between wide open throttle and closed throttle. However, I made a video a while back when I tested compression with a closed throttle. I was almost strung up in the comments. lol. Here is the best description I have seen for as to do WOT. This was pulled from arboristsite.com "If the throttle is closed, the cylinder fills with less than a full charge of air -- that's what the throttle is there for. So there's a vacuum (i.e. lower absolute pressure) in the cylinder. Then the piston compresses the vacuum, so the peak pressure in the cylinder is less than it would be if the cylinder had been allowed to draw in its full volume." Thanks for commenting and watching.

[@marklelohe3754]

If you don't open the throttle to full, the engine cannot suck air to compress, hope that makes sense.

[@BobBlarneystone]

This is the most comprehensive video about repair that I've seen. It also demonstrates that time spent on maintaining a high quality tool is worth it. But I have a question - How is it that it's so easy for dirt to get into the innermost parts of the saw? It doesn't seem that it is easy to clean the saw after every use.

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks for the compliment on the video! I'm glad you found it helpful. Your question about dirt getting into the innermost parts of the saw is a good one. Chainsaws are exposed to tough conditions, so it's not surprising that dirt and debris can find their way inside. I know it might seem like a hassle to clean the saw after every use, but focusing on key areas like the air filter, bar, chain, and oiler hole can really help. A quick clean after each use can save you from bigger, more time-consuming problems down the road.

[@orionlottering1562]

You're the man!!!. Lost me 1 minute in, but I would have taken photos to remind me where comes what. Very entertaining. Thanks.

[@davekurtz321]

Agreed;Always take lots of pictures; A picture is worth a thousand words; what you DO in your HASTE you will REGRET in your LEISURE)

[@lawts1240]

Sthil saws are amazing quality products my one and only saw is a 1995 Sthil 026 which has served me incredibly well over the years. They are well worth the care and attention shown here!

[@michaelwier6315]

I got a ms310 from my dad and it's been awhile for use not a lot of torque just under 60 cc but it runs extremely fast RPMs can't deny the saws worth at least $400 in good condition.

[@MichaelRainabbaRichardson]

Thank you for sharing! That sounds better than my brand new 182! What should someone expect to pay for a refurbished unit like that?

[@CentralFloridaBowHunting]

More than the saw is worth.

[@kevin.dbellmore2186]

all those parts look top rack dishwasher approved

[@richhopp9869]

Awesome video. I just use an impact to take off the clutch without the rope or piston stop on our saws. Should I not be doing this?

[@Peder-n4i]

Impressing job. Professional recording and editing! Thank you

[@rb-ex]

that is some thorough work

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@reinerzimmermann5005]

Great job! Detailed explanations and well structured video. THANKS!!

[@leonsigero7653]

One of the best clear videos really profecional

[@chainsawace1777]

Wow, thanks! Really appreciate it.

[@wesleymonske8103]

Good job . Learned a few tips.

[@SimpleLife1971]

Love watching someone with my level of maintenance! 👌

[@chainsawace1777]

Appreciate the watch and the comment! Have a great day!

[@juligrlee556]

You are an excellent iinstructor

[@chainsawace1777]

Thank you Juli. I really appreciate the nice comment. Have a great day.

[@Jack-ny4vu]

Another good tip is every time you finish using your saw take the bar and chain off and clean the bar grooves with the pack of a hacksaw blade to remove any dirt and oil. This will make your bar and chain last longer. Also brush your chain off or soak it in vinegar to temple all the dirt out of that.

[@emeryrowand2903]

this must me the most extensive chainsaw restoration video I have ever seen. What an amazing job. I would never have the patience to go through all of that. Enjoy your new saw. By the way, what is the advantage of the new sprocket you installed? It must be something you have thought about, so I am interested to learn more. The new, lighter bar and yellow chain seem fairly obvious, but I have never seen anything about the sprocket upgrade. Thanks!

[@Amaces1]

Crazy detailed video! Although I only have an ms 170, I’m a cleaning freak! The vegetable oil bath will be used when I see my plastics starting to fade or dry out!

[@michaelbradford4444]

I figure if the previous owner owned a nice chainsaw like this MS 290 he most likely has a nice collection of equipment...mower, weed eater, leaf blower ect. I bet we can all guess what kind of shape they all end up being when he gets frustrated and buys a new one. I've seen some dirty neglected equipment in my days but this may be the worst yet! Enjoyed the video and I'm happy to to be your newest subscriber! Good job Ace!

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks so much!

[@lawts1240]

Superb video, many thanks for taking the time. Just one observation. I can’t help thinking that for a saw that’s had such an obvious hard life and was stripped down to that extent, I personally would’ve definitely have taken the time to do the crank seals. (I think the time taken to do the testing took longer than it would to just replace them straight off!)

[@bruceaplin]

You really ARE The ChainSawAce. Thanks 💛

[@MrOldclunker]

LOL.

[@Warpcaller]

Awesome video, I recently started to use my dads older MS 290, I give it a good dust off with compressed air after each use but thanks to your video I'll try a more thorough cleaning in fall. Also I have a question: I dust off my oil and gas caps with a brush before refill to minimize the amount of debris that might fall in but last time I did for the bar oil cap a small square piece of plastic came flying out from under the handle next to the cap. It was about 0,5 x 0,5 inch and quite flat, I assume it was a pad that fits between the handle and the body of the saw but I cant seem to find it anywhere in the owner's manual. Unfortunately I lost it somewhere and I am looking for a replacement, any idea what I am talking about?

[@chainsawace1777]

Hey! Thank for watching and commenting. What color was the plastic? What was the shape of it?

[@Warpcaller]

@@chainsawace1777 Hello, thank you very much for the reply. It was black, square shaped, maybe 2-3 mm thick, 2 opposite sides were straight, 2 opposite were rounded bulging outwards. I had a good look at it and thought I put it in my pocket but I must have dropped it.

[@chainsawace1777]

Hmm, I'm not sure what that could be. Are the fuel caps on your saw black? Some of the earlier 029/290 models had non-flip black fuel and oil caps. It might be part of the inner lining of the oil cap or possibly the annular buffer, which is also black. The annular buffers are the small anti-vibration components located where the handle meets the engine housing. Each one should have a cap covering its hole. Considering the limited amount of black on a 290, this seems likely to be what you're looking for. Google MS290 Annular Buffer Caps.

[@Warpcaller]

Once again, thank you for taking the time to reply. I have Googled it and it looks similar, I'll check the saw I am at my parents again. I assume it is not a "mission critical" part but if it is what is missing I'll order a replacement. I really appreciate your help.

[@tabriz.azerbaijan-turk6056]

Thank you for generating and share this great video. 🌹

[@chainsawace1777]

Thanks so much for the nice comment.

[@idahopotato5837]

Blowing out the exterior every day helps a lot with keeping a buildup away. Use plastic scrapers so you don't chip or deep scratch the protective paint and start corrosion. Diesel fuel in a parts washer works wonders on the grime. And a stiff brush. Get a dental pick to remove screens, etc. You can put your parts cleaner parts in a jar of solvent in a water bath in the parts cleaner to use less cleaner. A mild cleaner to remove oxidation in jets is best.

[@chainsawace1777]

All great tips! 100% agree with everything you just said! Thanks for watching!

[@MikkoHamunen]

It's amazing how a simple cleaning procedure causes so much excitement. Maybe it's part of the disposable culture. The saw was technically in good condition and little used. Only new fuelmixture, chain, chainoil and aircleaner was needed. A saw professional I know told me that the best way to damage the engine is to turn it dry, e.g. by doing a compression test without preoiling after unknown years of storage.

[@chainsawace1777]

If you pre-oil the cylinder before doing a compression test it will falsely and temporarily raise the compression. Thanks for watching.

[@StumpyNineToes]

This is a great video. My only qualm is your use of the LA totally awesome cleaner. That stuff is not safe for aluminum or magnesium parts and causes corrosion (hense the discoloration of the carb after the ultra sonic cleaner). The best stuff for aluminum is Simple Green extreme aircraft cleaner which is safe for aluminum.

[@aspensulphate]

I was going to say the same thing. The parts came out looking worse than when they went in. Which is not to take anything away from the rest of the job which was amazing, and a joy to watch.

[@aktrapper6126]

What kind of soap do you use for cleaning?

[@chuckschillingvideos]

I live in an area where chainsaw use is quite common, and what I can tell you is that NO ONE cleans their chainsaw after each use. More like once a year after hurricane season is over. Doesn't seem to faze the Stihl saws one bit.

[@neepsmcfly4176]

Yeah, I got my start in the forest service, then, as a structural fireman, well, that's different. One doesn't wanna be yanking your chain at the foot of the ladder while interior is impatiently penciling. But after cutting trees, there's a chain check & specifically spotshine unless I hear something funny. Otherwise, end of the week for a good cleaning. I suppose I've adopted some of these patterns for my own saw. A little less diligent than my firearms. After shooting, we all do a pow-wow cleaning circle. Doubles as platform for bragging rights & shit talking.

[@davidnewland2461]

I resemble that, it's been more than six years than the last time I touched my 029 farm boss, I shudder when I think how the gas must be likely all varnish.

[@brianmgrim]

@chuckschillingvideos: I had to go see if anyone else balked at his statement to perform this much labor after every saw use.

[@gretzkyz]

Yeah most people don't have any pride in their belongings. It's also called laziness.

[@chuckschillingvideos]

@@gretzkyz No, it's called priorities. A quality chainsaw doesn't need to be fussed over every time it's put to use. Keep the fluids topped off, make sure the chain and transmission don't get caked with congealed resin and sawdust, and keep the blade sharpened, and there's no need for all of the disassembly shown in the video.

[@shortfuse43]

Fantastic video! Thanks for posting! It has a lot of detail missing in most other disassembly/assembly videos. I bookmarked this one so as not to lose it.

[@chainsawace1777]

Much love. I have a new one dropping probably tonight or in the morning. Thanks for watching my friend!

[@jacksprat7087]

More power to those that service their own tools. Personally I usually sell mine to a service shop and buy a new one. I’m busy all day and to tired at night.

[@chainsawace1777]

Totally understand. Thanks for watching!

[@frankcolliton10]

I've had mine for 5 years, best investment I've made for cutting timber.

[@DougDeHaan]

I book marked this video. About as expansive as you can get! I've had my MS290 for 15 years and have never had to break it down like this. But if I have to this is the video that I'll do it with.

[@chainsawace1777]

Awesome. Thanks for watching!

[@paullarnce2167]

I' not a young buck anymore, but I'm willing to give it a try. Excellent video!

[@billr4677]

I use used dryer sheets and rem oil to clean and polish my plastics. Works great.

[@chainsawace1777]

Interesting. I will try this. Thanks.