What to do 041AV

[rwilly]

I have an old 041AV that needs a lot of work. I would like to get it working, but don't know if it is worth the hassle. Are parts available, or would I have to resort to Ebay and CL to find parts?

I had it running at one point, but the grommet that holds the pull rope is worn and keeps cutting the rope.
Any ideas?
trash?
trade?
sell?

I want to get it working, it sounded pretty cool when I did have it going.

 

[Bigg_Redd]

Parts are going to be a pain in the @$$ to get

 

[Jon1270]

I don't know what dealer parts availability is like on that model but, regardless, eBay is likely to be cheaper for most things. You say yours needs a lot of work, which suggests that the starter rope issue isn't the only thing. It won't ever be worth much unless it's in great cosmetic condition, so it's up to you whether it's worth the time and expense of doing it for fun.

 

[rwilly]

Ya, It's an ugly thing. Been through the wringer. I might see if i can fix the grommet thing so I can at least start it, but I spose its delegated to the parts bin.

Thanks for the replies.

 

[Hoozie]

You'd be surprised what parts you can find on ebay.

My dad has an old 041 as well. Last year I put a new muffler and rubber bushings on it for him. Recently it started filling the cylinder with bar oil. Found the $0.99 o-ring on ebay to fix that issue.

If it still has good compression, it can be fixed. We have the technology. (and it should cost less than 6 million to do so )

 

[TreePointer]

Starter rope bushing: Stihl 1110 084 9102

If you really want to dump some money into it, get an IPL for that saw to learn part numbers for what you need. Then start your searches.

 

[mike van]

I've got an 041 [non av] I bought new in '72. You can find any part on ebay, most in dealers stores, not auctions. I use mine all the time.