Stihl 026 Won't Start

[secureland]

In the video I was using a screwdriver because I lost the throttle linkage metal piece.

Questions:

1. The directions on the carb kit said the needle lever (inlet control lever) should be .060-.070 from a straight-edge held across the top edge of the carb. I did pry it up a bit, but it was estimated. Is there a household item that is this width or do I need to buy a measuring device?

2. How do I set the H and L settings? Do I need special tools/equipment?

3. I pulled the fuel line completely out, when I got it back in place and filled the tank it was leaking into the area where the carb sits. What's the best way to fix this?

4. Where can i get a throttle rod piece? I will continue to look for this piece but i might need to replace it the one that is apparantly lost.

5. When the saw is idling is the throttle shutter in the same position as it is when it's in full-choke position

6. The end cover on the metering side of the carb has a hole in it where air can pass through. When reapplying this to the carb, what side shoud the small hole e facing? Does it matter?+

 

[madrone]

Damn, don't you sleep?

I gotta go to work so quickly,

1. There is a special tool to measure this but maybe you can estimate.
2.h and l settings are printed on the side of the air filter cover, usually start with both of them 1 out from lightly seated and adjust from there. (lots on the search)
3. unless you damaged the fuel line it should make a good seal. maybe you got something in the point where it seals? New hoses are cheap on ebay.
4. ebay or your local stihl dealer.
5. throttle is closed at idle, choke does not affect this.
6. doesn't matter as long as the screw holes line up.

Now others can come along and correct me.opcorn:
good luck

 

[trax]

I have been following this thread to see how he made out. Since this is about an 026 and he now has it running, I have a quick question. When I fill my 026 it leaks a little gas when I but the cap back on and pick the saw up there is a very little spot of gas. The saw runs fine and it only leaks that little bit while it is being filled on it's side. I can't seem to find where it is coming from

 

[madrone]

I have been following this thread to see how he made out. Since this is about an 026 and he now has it running, I have a quick question. When I fill my 026 it leaks a little gas when I but the cap back on and pick the saw up there is a very little spot of gas. The saw runs fine and it only leaks that little bit while it is being filled on it's side. I can't seem to find where it is coming from

probably the vent. Especially if it's an older 026 with the white cone. Open the air filter cover and check next time you fill it. Other than that, the spot where the fuel line goes thru the tank could leak.

 

[secureland]

Additional Tuning Questions

In the video I was using a screwdriver because I lost the throttle linkage metal piece.

Questions:

1. The directions on the carb kit said the needle lever (inlet control lever) should be .060-.070 from a straight-edge held across the top edge of the carb. I did pry it up a bit, but it was estimated. Is there a household item that is this width or do I need to buy a measuring device?

2. How do I set the H and L settings? Do I need special tools/equipment?

3. I pulled the fuel line completely out, when I got it back in place and filled the tank it was leaking into the area where the carb sits. What's the best way to fix this?

4. Where can i get a throttle rod piece? I will continue to look for this piece but i might need to replace it the one that is apparantly lost.

5. When the saw is idling is the throttle shutter in the same position as it is when it's in full-choke position

6. The end cover on the metering side of the carb has a hole in it where air can pass through. When reapplying this to the carb, what side shoud the small hole e facing? Does it matter?+

7. What do I do to maintain the clutch on the 026? Does it get greased or lubed anywhere?


Thanks for all the help,
Bill

 

[madrone]

Uh,,,,is this a re-run or are you just asking a second opinion?

 

[secureland]

Uh,,,,is this a re-run or are you just asking a second opinion?

I added a question, number 7, lol

 

[madrone]

Oh....number 7, thats the lucky one.
Make sure no springs are loose. Other than that, clean out underneath and lube the needle cage bearing with grease.
Is this damn saw running already or what?
You're gonna keep it aren't ya?:monkey:

 

[secureland]

Oh....number 7, thats the lucky one.
Make sure no springs are loose. Other than that, clean out underneath and lube the needle cage bearing with grease.
Is this damn saw running already or what?
You're gonna keep it aren't ya?:monkey:

Did you see the video? It is running with a screwdriver acting as the throttle linkage (hope to find it or I'll be buying one)

I'm going to use this saw for limbing, it's a nice weight. Her grandfather is a very occasional user and had offered to let me use it, when I told him I would try to get it started and clean it up (he hasn't used it recently). I'm really enjoying working on this saw as it's the first time I've ever gotten into one this much. I've been reading threads on how to clean a saw, and hope to have this thing nice and clean before I go out and get it covered in chips, at which point I'll put it on a good maintenance schedule.

Check out the video.

 

[madrone]

Now THAT is funny. Nice little dance it did. Thats the 'fast idle'.
Sounds like you are ahead of the curve and accelerating quickly.
Good job and keep the posts and pics (videos) coming.
opcorn:

by the way, get some sun on those legs, ya almost blinded me!!

 

[teacherman]

7. What do I do to maintain the clutch on the 026? Does it get greased or lubed anywhere?


Thanks for all the help,
Bill

The clutch is left hand threaded on there. NEVER use an impact wrench to remove it. To stop the crank, I use the Stihl piston stop, or you can shove some nylon rope down the spark plug hole. 19 mm box end or 1/2" drive socket works better than a scrench.
(don't do what I did and use a toothbrush handle in the flywheel.......you'll break a fin.)

Soak the little bearing in gas or solvent, swish it around a lot, maybe scrape out the debris between the rollers with a toothpick. (NOT a metal pick) Dry it, then clean out the drum and crank spindle, and reinstall with good grease (I use Mystik JT-6, or you can get Stihl grease if you like)

Dont use too much grease, think about it getting hot and spinning fast and getting all over the clutch....just make sure there is enough to keep the rollers greased.....

Your Stihl dealer can get you a new throttle rod in a few days, cant be more than a few dollars.

 

[Fish]

I think it would be best for you to leave the clutch alone.......

Also, greasing the sprocket bearing is a non-issue, the only ones I have ever had to replace, had foriegn material wound up in them.

 

[madrone]

Also, greasing the sprocket bearing is a non-issue,

What about KY?
:deadhorse:

 

[Fish]

What about KY?
:deadhorse:

I save that for my Llama.....