Stihl 048

[rahtreelimbs]

After someone referred to the Stihl 048 in another thread I have taken a interest in this saw. I looked on Mike Acres site, the details are not as informative as I had hoped. Anyone know when this saw was discontinued and exactly how many cc's it had?

Stihl 048 .......Mike Acres site

 

[JimL]

Originally posted by Rich Hoffman
After someone referred to the Stihl 048 in another thread I have taken a interest in this saw. I looked on Mike Acres site, the details are not as imformative as I had hoped. Anyone know when this saw was discontinued and exactly how many cc's it had?

Stihl 048 .......Mike Acres site

Not sure on the dates. I don't think it and the 042 were a very popular saw. Ive got several junkers here id like to make a runner from.

 

[ccicora]

Rich,
The weak point of this saw (042, 048) was the crank case. Because the case was only held together with 4 bolts. And then the gas tank and OIL tank where attached. If you would like some fixer uppers I think I can fix you up with a couple of saws at a good price. The saws where beast like. and with the covers the size of those you might even fit an 090 in there.

Later,
Chris

 

[dozerdan]

Rich
The 042 was built from 1976-1980.
The 048 was built from 1980-1985.
Later
Dan

 

[Al Smith]

Reply,Stihl 048

Stihl 048 is 4.67 Cu.in. 77cc.Stihl 042,4.15 cu.in.68 cc.Some place in my books,which I can't find now,reading a H.P.rating of a tad over 6 for the 048 and around 5.5 for the 042.Compression ratio,for both,at 9:1.Max r.p.m 042 at 11, 500,and If I recall around 12,000 for the 048.I can't attest to the durablity of these saws[I have both models] but I can tell you they have the power .Al

 

[stihltech]

048

Have a lot of experience putting case gaskets in this model. Just did not stay together well, but a powerful beast.

 

[Lawn Masters]

HAs anyone wondered if the saws that failed did so because the owners just didnt think to make sure everything was tight and "there" on the saws? I'm used to making sure every hole has a bolt/nut in it, and that the bolts/nuts are all tight enough to stay in place even under intense vibration and engine speeds.

 

[sedanman]

The sawyer shouldn't have to reassemble his saw after each use. I don't see motorists pulling over to check the torque on their headbolts......ever. I have some 25 year old saws that have not rattled apart yet.

 

[JimL]

I had a 041 brought in the shop on friday,
I put in 9 missing bolts before I ran the thing, Not sure if he took them out or rattled out. Seen alot of saws missing bolts before..

 

[Lawn Masters]

Any sawyer that really cares about his saws should at least check for loose or missing bolts and other things when the day is done and they're cleaning the saw up for the next day. I check my saws for loose and missing parts nightly, just to prevent the little problems that can grow into expensive ones resulting in new top ends and bearings or other parts being replaced on the saws.

 

[Bill G]

I have one 042 right now. It has the old "saw logo" but its age I do not know. Dan says they were built from 1976-80. As I have mentioned in another post I know of guy that is in the process of spending sever hundred dollars fixing a 042. It is not a sentimental saw as he bought it at a farm auction in March. His saw has the newer Stil logo on the recoil so I would assume somewhere between 76 and 80 they switched logos.

Bill.

 

[cbfarmall]

The 042/048 sounds like it's built along the lines of a trimmer engine. Not surprised the durablity isn't there. Now, I've never run either and likely won't, based on it's reputation.

Closest I ever came to a crankcase rattling apart was my 045 Super. Lost two jugs/three pistons over it's lifetime. At some point all the case screws came loose and, I believe, toasted the second jug and last two pistons. Then there's the 075. I have to loctite most of screws or my saw will be in pieces before I know it. That's the nature of the 1111 powerhead: high torque, high vibration.

Chris B.

 

[stihltech]

screws

It is one thing to check the tightness of visible screws, but the case screws on an 042/048 required the clutch cover to be removed. Should not have to disassemble a saw to keep the screws tight.

 

[Lawn Masters]

In that case, I have but one solution, get a new and better saw.

 

[Ryan Willock]

I can get you a New In The Box 048..... Just say the word and send the $$$

 

[Bill G]

Originally posted by Ryan Willock
I can get you a New In The Box 048..... Just say the word and send the $$$

Here you go Old Saw here is your chance to get a new vintage saw.

Ryan,

Just how did you come about a new 048 ? (Just kidding it is none of my business) It looks like they are probably not very good saws so I will take it off your hands for $100. What do you think ? Seriously I doubt I can afford to give you what it's worth but if you want to drop me and email we can discuss it. I believe we may have talked about it a couple years back.

Bill

 

[Ryan Willock]

Bill, the saw is sitting at one of my local dealers.

 

[Bill G]

The total on the $70 042 I mentioned earlier is up to about $300. I guess in the end it will be nice but it is not money I would spend. The guy is a good guy and I hope it all works out for him.

Bill