Husqvarna 51

[Roanoker494]

Not to shabby for a 50cc saw, in fact that would not be to shabby for a 60cc saw.......... Saw looked like it struggled a little with that last cut and there was some smoke out the back of the cut, may want the check the oiler because they are known for the plastic pump gear wearing out.

 

[stinkbait]

Not to shabby for a 50cc saw, in fact that would not be to shabby for a 60cc saw.......... Saw looked like it struggled a little with that last cut and there was some smoke out the back of the cut, may want the check the oiler because they are known for the plastic pump gear wearing out.

The oiler works great. The saw hung up in that last cut because I need a new bar. The rails are spread too far and will let the chain rock to far back and forth. I need one of those tools to close the rails up some.

 

[Roanoker494]

That would certainly explain it. One thing I do not care for is the direct drive oil pump on these saws, if left idling they will make a heck of a mess.

 

[brokenbudget]

The oiler works great. The saw hung up in that last cut because I need a new bar. The rails are spread too far and will let the chain rock to far back and forth. I need one of those tools to close the rails up some.

all you need is a vice!:hmm3grin2orange:
not a perfect way of doing it, but it does work.

 

[Roanoker494]

all you need is a vice!:hmm3grin2orange:
not a perfect way of doing it, but it does work.

Sounds like it would work in a pinch.......:monkey:

I have also seen folks just run the next gauge chain, though probably not the best idea.

 

[eriklane]

I picked one up on CL last year for $50, had poor compression. Put a new ring in it and love that saw! Got a new chain and use it all the time. It's so light compared to my 394 and it seems to never get dull! The chain don't get loose, and it's not tiring to run. I cut up a ton of wood last summer that was 16" or so, and it just ripped. I did get a new cylinder and once this gets poor, will replace it but I sure love my 51. Then the 394 gets a lot less reps, and I use so much less gas also. Can cut for 30+ minutes without a fill. The 394 slams a tank in 20 or less...

Anyway, great size saw...just love mine.

 

[Guido Salvage]

My wife allready hates chainsaws. Well, she doesn't hate the saws, she hates the time I spend with them. I sold six of them this winter, and when she found out she got mad. Go figure.

The problem isn't that you sold the saws, it is that you did not give her the money.... :msp_sneaky:

 

[stinkbait]

The problem isn't that you sold the saws, it is that you did not give her the money.... :msp_sneaky:

Good point.

 

[Bob95065]

Drill the plate out, countersink the holes and install a pair of Stihl carb studs.

I have one I just rebuilt for a friend. The carb bolts were stripped when I got it.

What model Stihl bolts do you use? I have a junk 028 tank laying around. I could use the bolts off it if they are long enough. Can you post pics of this mod?

 

[Roanoker494]

I have one I just rebuilt for a friend. The carb bolts were stripped when I got it.

What model Stihl bolts do you use? I have a junk 028 tank laying around. I could use the bolts off it if they are long enough. Can you post pics of this mod?

I have only done it to one saw and have no idea what model Stihl the studs came from, matter of fact I can not even guarantee the studs I used came out of a Stihl. You can also buy similar studs if you have a local fastener warehouse. Also keep in mind that the plastic intake is still available and I get them from my local dealer for $11 each, part number is 503 76 48-01.