got a new saw today

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duramaxman05

Minister of Fire
Aug 17, 2014
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Perryville, Mo
My uncle was gonna throw it away because it didnt run. Its a stihl 031av. The reason it wouldnt run is because the fuel inlet screen in the carb was clogged completely shut. So with a little cleaning and and adjusting, it runs great.
 
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Congrats. That's one model I haven't run yet.
 
Im getting the stuff for a tune up and a new chain tomorrow. Cant wait to see how it does.
 
031s were as close to a bullet proof saw, one of the best saws Stihl ever made.
 
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Yep - those 031 were a tough firewood saw. I haven't seen one in quite awhile but if I remember correctly they predate chain breaks.
 
Yeah it doesnt have a chain brake. It matches our 041av as well
 
I done the tune up today and it runs great. However i ran into a slight problem. The front bar stud is stripped. Yay.
 
I done the tune up today and it runs great. However i ran into a slight problem. The front bar stud is stripped. Yay.
Is it the stud or the case that is striped? You should be able to either replace the stud or heli coil the case.
 
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Is it the stud or the case that is striped? You should be able to either replace the stud or heli coil the case.
It is the case that is stripped. I would rather it be the stud, but i cant complain. I got the saw free
 
Heli coil will take care if it with no problem.
 
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Well i got the bar stud threads fixed today. I used ez lok thread insert. I will say i like those better than a helicoil. It worked great.
 
I have pics but i cant figure out how to resize to put on here
 
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Finally found an app to resize my photos. Here is my new to me old beast
 

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