What Tools Do I Need?

[dav2no1]

Hi ..I'm new to the saw game. My buddy gave my a Stihl 024. I'm going to do some basic stuff to it. I'll be picking up a pump to perform a pressure check. Changing the fuel pick up(rotted away), I bought a carb rebuild kit(if needed), replacement caps for fuel and bar oil... will pull and/or replace spark plug.

So what tools do you guys use? Is there a specific brand you prefer/suggest? Is there a kit of tools I should buy? Is there specific sizes that are non standard I might need? Don't plan on rebuilding the whole saw, just some basic maintenance stuff.

I have a lot of automotive tools in my garage as well as a workshop downstairs. I have a couple classic trucks that I like to play with.

Any suggestions are appreciated..

 

[J D]

Not much you can't do with a scrench, a socket set, a set of T handle alan keys, a spare pull chord, & something to clean out the bar groove. A compressor is good for blowing the gunk off

 

[montana59]

Vacuum pump,27 torx long one and then it depends on what you have to do

 

[chrismike]

For tools, a scrench (13mm for bar nuts), carb adjustment tool, compression tester, and a piston stop are handy. Your automotive tools will cover most basics. Kobalt tools are a solid, affordable choice for wrenches and screwdrivers. Grab a sharpening file for the chain too, good luck!

 

[J D]

Piston stops can be a bad idea, the pull chord down the plug hole is less likely to end badly... jus gotta make sure the piston is high enough you don't get it stuck in a port