026 Pro

[Van]

Is a 026 Pro the same as the new MS 260 as far as performance and features go. Will it cut with it, looking to buy one and its a better deal than $450 for a new one, virtually unused,
Thanks Van

 

[jokers]

Just beware that the 026 Pro probably has a fixed hi speed jet.

Russ

 

[Van]

Thanks for the info on the jet, I'll check it out. I don't think I like that, If I buy it cause the price is right can a adjustable jet be put in or can I get another carb? Thanks for the help Jokers!

 

[stihltech]

carb

Try it first, you might just like it.

 

[Frans]

Yes you can get an adjustable carb for the 026Pro. Gerry Baranak got one for his and leaned it out. after using it I got one as well and now it really rips

 

[DirtTroll]

The adjustable high speed jet carburator part number is WT-426. Just put the vent plate from the new carb on the WT-426 and you will have a fully adjustable 026 intellicarb.

Great saw without the fixed jet issue. I've heard that the 260 pro's are with a fully adjustable carb now at some dealers.

 

[stihltech]

260

I have not seen them yet, but the rumor is around.

 

[bwalker]

I've heard that the 260 pro's are with a fully adjustable carb now at some dealers.

But they still have the cheesy limited travel caps.

 

[stihltech]

caps

You can't always get what you want, the Rolling Stones.

 

[Lawn Masters]

Even so, the caps are only a deterrent for the determined person. They come right off with the right tool so I cant be stopped by them, just adjust the carb to where you want it and leave the caps off or put em back.

 

[bwalker]

My main complaint with the limited caps is the fact that they are much harder to adjust in the field versus the old spring loaded adjusters. I coonverted my 260 pro to the old style carb and have never looked back.

 

[stihltech]

caps

S small sheet metal screw also works nice.

Who was that masked man?