I'm looking for a limber, 14-16" bar light saw

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Have the MS310 and the MS250 IMO great combination. I also did the muffler mod on both, wouldn't own a saw without one. I did the mod more for mechanical reason(get rid of heat) then power but the power is better.

 

[dex3361]

Have the MS310 and the MS250 IMO great combination. I also did the muffler mod on both, wouldn't own a saw without one. I did the mod more for mechanical reason(get rid of heat) then power but the power is better.

Could you share a little about the muffler mod or maybe start a thread on the mod?

 

[20 20]

What would you like to know? If you do a search for stihl muffler mods there is a lot of info. I didn't open mine up as much as some(can go up too 85% of exhaust opening), that way I didn't have to mess with rejetting. Been running my saws for years with the mods they run better then new. IF you decide to do it, just make sure you clean everything out good and don't go too big. I took the mufflers off drilled them out cleaned them up and replaced the spark screens, doesn't even look like they've been opened up. They do run cooler and have a bit more pep. I figure if they're running cooler and performing better then it should add time to their life span.

 

[dex3361]

What would you like to know? If you do a search for stihl muffler mods there is a lot of info. I didn't open mine up as much as some(can go up too 85% of exhaust opening), that way I didn't have to mess with rejetting. Been running my saws for years with the mods they run better then new. IF you decide to do it, just make sure you clean everything out good and don't go too big. I took the mufflers off drilled them out cleaned them up and replaced the spark screens, doesn't even look like they've been opened up. They do run cooler and have a bit more pep. I figure if they're running cooler and performing better then it should add time to their life span.

Thanks I will search and see if I can find some info on the mod. :thumbsup:

 

[20 20]

Thanks I will search and see if I can find some info on the mod. :thumbsup:

http://arboristsite.com/modded-work-saws/122578.htm

Here is a discussion on the ms 310 mod. Let me know if you need more info.

 

[MossflowerWoods]

Did MossFlowerWoods (David) ever get a saw yet??? Or test out any of the models mentioned to give some feedback?

LD1,

The Fox and other setbacks have gotten in my way and I'm still "looking" I was planning to go the Craigslist avenue, but I got to thinking about just buying a new one, and then some other thing went south and...

I'm still looking and listening to TBN advice...

But I've got my bucking area pretty much set up...
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/chainsaws/219226-do-you-use-cutting-area-7.html#post2827479

David

 

[LD1]

But I've got my bucking area pretty much set up...
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/chainsaws/219226-do-you-use-cutting-area-7.html#post2827479

David

I saw that and it looks pretty good:thumbsup:

 

[dex3361]

http://arboristsite.com/modded-work-saws/122578.htm

Here is a discussion on the ms 310 mod. Let me know if you need more info.

Thanks for the link.

 

[xyz123]

290 310 390 simple muffler mod for 20% gains as tested. I always adjust carbs after muffler mods.
Be careful you dont have a 025 250 without H side adjustable carbs.

http://chainsawrepair.createaforum.com/stihl/muffler-bolts-290-310-390-250-etc/

Put spark screen in and you will never know it was modded looking at it. Except where I open up deflector for flow too.

 

[cqaigy2]

That looks almost exactly the mod i made on my 025. A little retune on the carb, i had to make it a little richer. With a nice sharp chain you just set the bar on the log and open it up. Almost like butter on a fir tree.