The Official Stihl 028 WB AV Super Electronic Quickstop thread

[Brettl]

I just bought an 028av off a forum member and only issue so far is it doesn't like to idle and I know nothing about turning a saw ... I've loving the saw otherwise

The first thing to do with any used saw is clean or replace the air filter, replace the fuel filter in the tank along with the fuel lines, and replace your spark plug. It May be nesseccarry to put a carb kit in. This can all be done for 30 or 40 bucks.

The exception would be if it came from a very reputable seller here who can assure you all This has been done or at least checked. Cleaning the air filter and change the plug anyway since they are the easiest, least expensive, and either could solve your idle problem.

Of course this may just be a matter of tuning the carb. If you're not experienced with this, find someone in your area to help out. Don't overlook radio control airplane and car clubs. Their small motors are more finicky to tune usually, but the same concepts apply. An experienced modeler or racer can help you.

Failing that, check your idle adjustment screw first. Turning it clockwise will increase throttle at idle.

The next thing to try is turn your low speed needle clockwise, slow an gentle until it seats. Put an index mark on your screwdriver to count each full turn. It probably will seat midway through a turn. Maybe the " 4o'clock" position for instance. If you do this, tell us how many full turns and hours it was set at. We can then begin to help you by telling you if it was close to the factory setting and which way to go.

The altitude you're at can effect idle to if It is a lot different from the sellers.

 

[snoozeys]

Can you tell which brand of carby is the right one... i have been searching for a new carb and it comes back as both walbro and tillotson
Both me and seller suspect the altitude difference could be affecting it
Air filter has been done
I will try adjusting idle again in the morning
thanks for your help

 

[JonCraig]

I have the Walbro WT 16B on my 028Super. The carb kit for it is a K10-WAT. They're easy to find at a real hardware store (if you still have one nearby), or very easily on Amazon, eBay, etc. I bought two yesterday for $9/each. It's a simple carb to work on. Google the Walbro service manual; it walks you through the whole thing. Or search threads here.

If yours has the Tillotson, the same principles apply--I just don't know offhand the part number for the kit.

Both are simple to work on, and are quality units. No need to pay 5x the cost of a kit to slap on a whole new carb.

 

[snoozeys]

Thanks ... i ended up getting another carb for it from someone on here ... still needs a tune tho

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[Bob95065]

I have a 028 Super Electronic that I picked up for $20. The DPO tried to run ATF for fuel mix. FAIL. I rebuilt that saw and it is now part of my firewood arsenal.

It's heavier than my Husqvarna 44 but I like it just the same.