just basic muffler altering

[tony marks]

can somebody sho a picture of the basic opened muffler done properly.
want to do one o my 028s . but id ike to do it right.havnt done much modifying but if it improves the power ,im always open to somethin new an better. i can usually tell more from a picture,but a description
of the best way ,would work. thanks

 

[deadtrees]

I have two 028 supers and would like to do muffler mods.

 

[Gypo Logger]

Heres a picture of an 026 with pipes, not very clear, but it gives you an idea.
John

 

[tony marks]

alright ,we appreciate it ,john

 

[rahtreelimbs]

Gypo logger

Are you the guy running an 026 with a 24" bar? that is amazing. How well does it run especially when you pull on the dogs? Rich.

 

[Greg]

I don't see pipes in that pic, lust looks like holes drilled in the muffler cover. Is that correct, or are those holes actually pipes? I've heard you guys talk about "opening up" a muffler. Is this as simple as drilling holes in the cover, and you get more power? Easy to see how it would reduce the backpressure and lower the temp.
Greg

 

[stihltech]

altered states

How much more power do the pipes make over drilling the front cover?

 

[rupedoggy]

Greg, Look at the picture again. See the oil filler cap? Look straight up. The pipe is on the side, not the front of the muffler. The heat shield is drilled from the factory to let out heat and protect people from getting badly burned on the muffler. Mike

 

[Gypo Logger]

Hi Greg, sorry for the belated reply, I have never used more than a 16" bar on an 026. Anything longer makes the saw on the unbalanced side. I have never used an 026 for anything but limbing, however it is a very good allround saw for the casual user or the pro who wants to limb trees prior to skidding.
John

 

[HUSKYMAN]

Gyro, no need for apologies, it only took six weeks to reply