hey. I am new to the forum. I just purchased a 044 10mm. The seller claimed it has bad bearings. Is there a way of checking this without removing them and splitting the case. Also. Is the crankcase gasket the same for the 10mm and 12 mm version.
Stihl 044 10mm info
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hello Cullum , and welcome to the site, yes the same tool for both 10/12mm.... and checking for bearing end play stripping the saw down a bit get a hold of the crank both ends and ck for any movement/smooth turning ect. ...I have a couple of these very good saws.... and if in question best to replace both the bearings and the seals ...
On a saw that old (and valuable), it would be a best practice to replace the bearings as well as anything that is rubber. Fuel lines, impulse line, A/V, carb kit, seals, intake boot, etc. etc.
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Is there anyone really good at rebuilds I’ve got a 440 that needs bearings
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Break the saw down to the point you can pull the seals off. I have had an 044 seem like it had good bearings only to find they were worn after I pulled the seals and checked.
You’ll want to replace the seals anyway as was noted earlier. Maybe the bearings too but for me if they check out good, I generally don’t mess with them.
You’ll want to replace the seals anyway as was noted earlier. Maybe the bearings too but for me if they check out good, I generally don’t mess with them.
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