Huztl FarmerTec MS380, MS381, 038 Build Kit Start to Finish

[tbohn]

so after looking at the photo you provided of the two saws tbohn and considered why there was a difference? AM? the answer appears to be no. technical bulletin 52.2003
ti_52_2003_01_01_01.fm shows a photo of the ms380 and farmertec has the handle, cover dead on right, screw is hidden. handle slope changed

I guessing the difference is the 038 top cover mounting bolt is located more rearward on the cylinder and higher up than the ms380.

 

[Bedford T]

Thanks for that photo it was helpful to me.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I think it was mentioned but that's probably why the bolt head is square, so you can use a wrench to tighten it. Believe me, they do need tightened occasionally.

 

[tbohn]

I think it was mentioned but that's probably why the bolt head is square, so you can use a wrench to tighten it. Believe me, they do need tightened occasionally.

On the oem 038s, the top cover is slotted to slip over bolt and rubber grommet. The Huztl 380 top covers are not slotted. My kit included a M4 X20(?) bolt and rubber grommet for the right cover fastener.

 

[Bedford T]

I got the same screw and used the rubber grommet on a square head

 

[a. palmer jr.]

On the oem 038s, the top cover is slotted to slip over bolt and rubber grommet. The Huztl 380 top covers are not slotted. My kit included a M4 X20(?) bolt and rubber grommet for the right cover fastener.

Yeah, just going by what mine is, but mine's not a Huztl..

 

[tbohn]

See the complete 070 powerhead on Huztl's website for $379?

 

[a. palmer jr.]

See the complete 070 powerhead on Huztl's website for $379?

Yeah, and it looks like they did the dirty work on those. Free shipping so that would be about a hundred more or so. I like the part about it being put together already...Still have to buy a bar and chain.

 

[Bedford T]

Can't imagine what the cylinders look like. When it's built it's unknown.

 

[Bedford T]

They don't have to worry about missing screws and the like. With a kit Technical support was you. On a built saw you should have some, what happens if the carb is bad and the guy has never installed one or tuned it, do you return it. Most repair shops will not touch one of these saws. With a kit you gained enough experience to service it. There will be lots of people without that experience and a saw that will not work. I wonder how this will work out for them?

 

[tbohn]

I am curious about getting through customs with a complete saw.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I am curious about getting through customs with a complete saw.

Might be all right if it doesn't say "Stihl" on it..

 

[tbohn]

And the EPA is laying low...

 

[Bedford T]

I will promise you this if Stihl discovers they are importing complete saws and they have an interest the customs will collect the saws. Border inspections are going up. The kits were a loophole, since when were parts illegal. I am surprised. My local dealer hammers them anytime someone shows up with a knockoff. I think he has a direct line.

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I don't see why they can't import complete saws (less bar and chain) as long as it doesn't have the brand name or logo on it. If nothing else put the Huztl name on it.

 

[Bedford T]

I am not against it. I said Stihl is. I talked to several importers and they told me Stihl has s team of people who's job is to make them uncomfortable. Otherwise Alibaba would be covered up with knock offs. That's why I said I was surprised.

 

[s sidewall]

That Echo cs420es looks like my cs400 but mine is American specs not European specs, plus I don't think they build the 420 any more.

Steve

 

[tbohn]

I found place where I could buy like new echo cs 400 for $150 in the box. Needless to say I now have a lifetime supply.

 

[Bedford T]

How much is shipping I will take one for that

 

[tbohn]

How much is shipping I will take one for that

You really think they have any left at that price?