I am looking at getting an 028 super. I was wandering if it is still possible to get parts for them cus I spoke with a local shop and was told that parts are no longer available. Very nice clean saw. Will determine weather I buy it or not. I cut about 6 to 10 cord of wood a year between my house and my parents. Already have an 028 wb that I absolutely love. Just curious on the parts availabilit and the defrrence between the 028wb and the 028 super. Thanks.
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From what I have learned in working on 2 of these saws is that there are a few different versions of the 028. The super has a few more cc's. While new parts may be more difficult to find there are plenty of used parts available. Just about any part can be found either through members here or ebay. In my limited experience anyway.
I believe the WoodBoss and the Super AV both have the same displacement. Excellent saws and used ones pop up left and right that still run. As GeorgiaVol said, you can usually still find parts here and there.
Some new OEM parts are starting to dry up (cylinders), but 46 mm super pistons are still available, but stihl pricey.
And some of the quality Italian AM makers have switched production to China, and have dropped 028 parts.
And some of the quality Italian AM makers have switched production to China, and have dropped 028 parts.
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The 028 came in three versions, 42 MM, 46 MM and the super which is 48MM with a pop-up cylinder. I have a 028 Super (the super is in red) wood boss and I like it. I have seen 2 with this marking (possible three) I bought it at an auction about 5 years ago and gave $280 for it. It belonged to a local Dentist. The saw is so clean that I believe the bar and chain to be the original. Tom
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Unless that saw has been repainted you will have a hard time finding one that looks that good. Nice saw. Tom
All original. It's a little scraped up on the bottom, but otherwise in really nice condition.
I believe the cylinder sizes were 42, 44 and 46mm. 46mm belonging to the super. No 48mm 028 that I'm aware of.
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You are right. I have got to the point where what I am think does not always come out like it should when I type or say it. Tom
Looks like Clint has a 16" bar on his. I prefer an 18" bar for what I am doing, and some guys have mounted 20" bars on them. I think 18" is the max for this engine but I am sure others will disagree.
Regardless, we all tend to agree that Stihl should never have discontinued the 028 Super. The MS290 has been a lousy substitute and I don't think the MS260 or 261 has the same grunt. Just MHO.
Regardless, we all tend to agree that Stihl should never have discontinued the 028 Super. The MS290 has been a lousy substitute and I don't think the MS260 or 261 has the same grunt. Just MHO.
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Has anyone got the dimensions of a piston for the 028 Super?
That ready made pop up kind of catches my eye.
The reason I'm interested is:
I've got an Echo pb-620 blower here that's getting a fresh piston & rings.
The new piston is about 1.808" diameter. Interestingly, it has No taper.
Wrist pin is 10mm.
I'll have to see about getting the pin to piston top dimension.
I'll have to partially insert the pin and then try to eyeball the dome with the old dial calipers.
But I need some rest first though.
That ready made pop up kind of catches my eye.
The reason I'm interested is:
I've got an Echo pb-620 blower here that's getting a fresh piston & rings.
The new piston is about 1.808" diameter. Interestingly, it has No taper.
Wrist pin is 10mm.
I'll have to see about getting the pin to piston top dimension.
I'll have to partially insert the pin and then try to eyeball the dome with the old dial calipers.
But I need some rest first though.
Super piston is 46 mm ~= 1.808" 1.808" = 45.92 mm
GypsyCliff
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I have an 028 Super that I bought new about 30 years ago and I love it! Very strong running saw, and yes, there are plenty of MOST parts available. The only part I've had trouble finding is the clutch cover chip guard. Seems like the one I have is an oddball, and I've spent a lot of time looking with no results.
Has to be just like the pic or no go. They seemed to have made 3 different styles.
Anyway, I was looking on eBay and Just Missed a gorgeous one for $250 delivered. They come up all the time, you just have to pick and choose to get the right one. And if you do a search on the Bay, you'll see tons of parts!
Cliff
Has to be just like the pic or no go. They seemed to have made 3 different styles.
Anyway, I was looking on eBay and Just Missed a gorgeous one for $250 delivered. They come up all the time, you just have to pick and choose to get the right one. And if you do a search on the Bay, you'll see tons of parts!
Cliff
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The OEM parts that are NLA are brake bands (028 different from Super ) and mufflers. But find on feebay and forums. I was needing a brake band for Super, found one on feebay 12 bucks. I hit buy as fast as I could !
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