Some new saw guidance request..

[djmercer1]

Unfortunate situation, guess your choices are between a rock and a hard place then. You say you cannot fly in a used chainsaw?

previously fueled equipment becomes dangerous goods... our flights are on a twin otter and it has to go as cabin cargo - it can happen, but big $$$$.... if was that easy, i would simply fly my own saws up but it has to wait to sea lift in June....

 

[holeycow]

Seems like money is not the issue here. Contact Robinwood on here to see if you can get a brand new, old model saw.

There are many issues with mtronic or autotune saws in harsh conditions.

Do what you will, but don't say you weren't warned.

 

[djmercer1]

Seems like money is not the issue here. Contact Robinwood on here to see if you can get a brand new, old model saw.

There are many issues with mtronic or autotune saws in harsh conditions.

Do what you will, but don't say you weren't warned.

you are right, partially - money like $1k vs $1.5k vs $2k for a NIB saw isnt an issue; granted a NIB never tested saw is also a risk of never being right from factory.... I am not gonna pay to for dangerous goods shipping on a used saw since that is upwards of $1k by the time the dealer preps and disassembles is so it can fly.... then i gotta rebuild it here and possibly get parts...

I dont like the lack of adjustability and incorporation of m-tronic, intelli carb etc for my situation, but what will happen is that wood is gonna be on the ground in 4wks and i gonna sled it out for processing....

What has to happen is wood down and moved to town - i have responsibility to make sure the elders are warm.... I appreciate all options and messaging all contacts you guys giving me...

 

[WoodmanSr]

There are many issues with mtronic or autotune saws in harsh conditions.

DJ, I ran across this post searching a question for myself. Good information.

Fits discussion of fuel quality & spare parts.

The suggested, only use "orange" filter media, Stihl 0000-350-3518 Fuel Filter for Mtronic. (Filter cage marked production number, 0000 358 3401 C)

https://www.arboristsite.com/threads/stihl-fuel-filters-interchangeable.366806/

@huskihl -- Don’t use the old white and black filters in an M Tronic saw. They found that the original filters were allowing too many particles through and it was ruining the fuel solenoid. Use the orange filters.
The White filters are fine in the adjustable carb saws.

I suspect you might be confused on IntelliCarb. Is nothing smart or electronic about it. Just the old fashion adjustable carb. Stihl manner of adding customer confusion with a special branding name.

Mtronic: yes, has an electric fuel solenoid (electronics). So includes a unique Flywheel & Ignition Coil to generate power for the Mtronic solenoid operation.

IntelliCarb: is dumb system no electronics. Just simply employes a pressure feedback circuit between the Air Filter interior to Metering Diaphragm exterior side. Is only an Air Snorkel air passage. Allows fuel metering to compensate a minor amount if plugged / dirty Air Filter. Permits carb metering diaphragm to measure air filter restriction pressure rather than direct outside ambient air pressure. But, dumb system. Maintenance free.

 

[Mad Professor]

Seems like money is not the issue here. Contact Robinwood on here to see if you can get a brand new, old model saw.

There are many issues with mtronic or autotune saws in harsh conditions.

Do what you will, but don't say you weren't warned.

He just said recently a NIB MS382 $850 delivered conusa. 038M is one of my favorite saws, but heavier and more saw than OP needs.

Maybe combined shipping on 2?

 

[djmercer1]

He just said recently a NIB MS382 $850 delivered conusa. 038M is one of my favorite saws, but heavier and more saw than OP needs.

Maybe combined shipping on 2?

I have asked for a call on this option - not worried about weight like that...

Not at all confused about intelli carb - i just want 3 adjustment screws and intelli carb isnt available on pro level saws in canada, intelli carb only on farm and homeowner grade saws in canada...

 

[huskihl]

DJ, I ran across this post searching a question for myself. Good information.

Fits discussion of fuel quality & spare parts.

The suggested, only use "orange" filter media, Stihl 0000-350-3518 Fuel Filter for Mtronic. (Filter cage marked production number, 0000 358 3401 C)

https://www.arboristsite.com/threads/stihl-fuel-filters-interchangeable.366806/

@huskihl -- Don’t use the old white and black filters in an M Tronic saw. They found that the original filters were allowing too many particles through and it was ruining the fuel solenoid. Use the orange filters.
The White filters are fine in the adjustable carb saws.

I suspect you might be confused on IntelliCarb. Is nothing smart or electronic about it. Just the old fashion adjustable carb. Stihl manner of adding customer confusion with a special branding name.

Mtronic: yes, has an electric fuel solenoid (electronics). So includes a unique Flywheel & Ignition Coil to generate power for the Mtronic solenoid operation.

IntelliCarb: is dumb system no electronics. Just simply employes a pressure feedback circuit between the Air Filter interior to Metering Diaphragm exterior side. Is only an Air Snorkel air passage. Allows fuel metering to compensate a minor amount if plugged / dirty Air Filter. Permits carb metering diaphragm to measure air filter restriction pressure rather than direct outside ambient air pressure. But, dumb system. Maintenance free.

No I’m not confused about it. I didn’t say any of your current saws were mtronic. I do remember posting (or at least reading) that in here but I can’t find it in your thread to see its context. But either way, if you end up with an Mtronic saw, use the proper OEM fuel filter