Can you identify a Stihl Saw by serial number?

[nyctreeman]

Just got a saw from my friend at the local repair shop - smoked cylinder and piston - all there except the air filter cover and cylinder cover.

220383366

 

[fearofpavement]

I don't think the serial number is going to provide the info you're seeking. Look for a "family" number which are the first group of four numbers that are stamped or molded into most of the parts. Also, posting a few close up pics on here would likely result in your answer as well.

 

[nyctreeman]

I don't think the serial number is going to provide the info you're seeking. Look for a "family" number which are the first group of four numbers that are stamped or molded into most of the parts. Also, posting a few close up pics on here would likely result in your answer as well.

will do tomorrow am.
ain't going down to the shop now ... I'm warm, having a beer, and I'm a lazy procrastinating fck

 

[blsnelling]

Invalid Serial Number. Please enter correct serial number. [220383366]

 

[nyctreeman]

Invalid Serial Number. Please enter correct serial number. [220383366]

well now ... that's interesting
I checked it twice as I was writing it down ... and I was wearing my chain filing glasses, not my just lookin at stuff glasses.
I will get a pic of this thing tomorrow and post it.
I appreciate the help.
So let's see ... is it more likely that Stihl messed up their serial numbers? ... or that I f*cked up?

 

[fearofpavement]

50/50

 

[AKDoug]

So let's see ... is it more likely that Stihl messed up their serial numbers? ... or that I f*cked up?

Probably you. Generally it will tell you what type of saw it is even if it was unregistered for warranty.

 

[nyctreeman]

Probably you. Generally it will tell you what type of saw it is even if it was unregistered for warranty.

well I'm really curious now ... I wouldn't bet my arm that I got it right, but I'd bet you a six of Heineken

 

[AKDoug]

well I'm really curious now ... I wouldn't bet my arm that I got it right, but I'd bet you a six of Heineken

There are some early saws that will pop up with that message too. Your serial number is actually pretty low, definitely in the 90's. The earliest serial number I've been able to look up was 1994 and that surprised me. I usually don't get them to work much further than the mid 90's. So, it's a draw... you probably have it right and Stihl probably doesn't go that far back.

 

[nitehawk55]

If the first number is a 2 it was made in the US plant .

 

[dom1971]

Hello, I got a chainsaw today and 311Y is all the seller knew. the serial number is 226007636. someone said it looked like a 034.036 or 360. Any idea on age? Thanks guys

 

[jr27236]

Hello, I got a chainsaw today and 311Y is all the seller knew. the serial number is 226007636. someone said it looked like a 034.036 or 360. Any idea on age? Thanks guys

Don't HIJACK this thread, start your own.

 

[KenJax Tree]

Hijack a thread over 3 years old?

 

[dmb2613]

036 or 034

 

[dom1971]

Hijack ? what in the hell is wrong with you ? I found a relevant thread and attached my question, didn't know you were the owner or anything

 

[HarleyT]

Product Type : Chain Saws Model : MS036 Serial Number : 226007636
Product Registration

Registered to :XXXXXX, GARY
XXXXX LANE
TWIN FALLS, ID 83301
USA
Date Purchased : 03/23/1993

Primary Use :

Ultra Warranty : No - Expired 06/21/1993
EWP : None





Support : 800.709.7773

 

[HarleyT]

It moved south for warmer weather......