041 Farm Boss

[Baddboyy21]

I have been offered an 041 Farm Boss non AV model. It runs for a while and the stops according to the seller. It's complete with a newer bar. The filter cover is missing in the pic but it's included. He has offered it to me for $45. Do you think it's a good deal? I don't plan on using it every day. Just another saw to eventually clean up and keep around.

 

[295 tramp]

Looks good and a fair price to should still be able to find parts easy.

 

[Baddboyy21]

Looks good and a fair price to should still be able to find parts easy.

He's also offering an 019t that runs and dies also. He wants $20 to get rid of it. I've read they are problematic.

 

[JonCraig]

$65 for both I'd do it.

Heck, I'll give YOU $100 for 'em. There... You just made a profit!

Wait--where do you live?

 

[Baddboyy21]

I think I did pretty well. Paid $70 for both saw combined. The 041 has a new bar on it. The 019t also came with a newer 12" stihl bar.

I just need to sort of the issue. Both saws have compression. I was told they both run but eventually die. I am assuming the carbs need rebuilt.

 

[scallywag]

Is the 041 points or electronic ignition?

 

[Baddboyy21]

Not sure yet. Haven't taken it apart yet. Just picked it up a few hours ago. Maybe someone can chime in and tell us?

 

[scallywag]

Can't really see in your pics, does it read 'Electronic' or 'Electronic Quickstop' on the model tag?

 

[Baddboyy21]

No it doesn't. I am assuming it has points.

 

[scallywag]

That's a good thing!...The electronic ignitions in the 041 are unserviceable and prone to fail with age.

 

[nnero]

The 041s have a plastic intake block, which can crack (may run OK when cold), and a series of gaskets beneath the carb. Check those out and replace if necessary. I replaced all the slotted hardware with Allen head, which are easier to tighten and less prone on working lose. Be careful if you removed the choke lever as there is little ball bearing underneath that keeps it in position. I also got a length of new handlebar foam which helped with vibrations some.

 

[Baddboyy21]

Oh wow...I did not know that. I thought points would be more of a pain! haha I grew up in the 70-80's. I've never messed with points!

 

[Baddboyy21]

The 041s have a plastic intake block, which can crack (may run OK when cold), and a series of gaskets beneath the carb. Check those out and replace if necessary. I replaced all the slotted hardware with Allen head, which are easier to tighten and less prone on working lose. Be careful if you removed the choke lever as there is little ball bearing underneath that keeps it in position. I also got a length of new handlebar foam which helped with vibrations some.

Where did you get the hardware?

 

[Baddboyy21]

Does anyone know which carb kit I would need to rebuild the carb? Anything I should do to the points?

 

[scallywag]

Can you see a model # on your carb?......As for the points, check the contact area of points, looking for burning, pitting, etc. Also check the gap setting.

 

[Baddboyy21]

I'll have to look. My parts manual says HS-181C. Ill have to check for sure.

 

[scallywag]

I take it you haven't run this saw yourself yet?.....If that's the case, start by replacing the fuel pickup line and filter...Looking for any junk in the tank while your at it.

 

[Baddboyy21]

Haven't tried running it. That's the plan for tomorrow.

 

[nnero]

Where did you get the hardware?

ACE Hardware.

 

[Baddboyy21]

ACE Hardware.

I should have seen that one coming! haha