Sachs Dolmar 116si: parts and ore?

[LJM]

Hi,

 

Long-time lurker, first-time poster here...

 

I've recently acquired a Sachs Dolmar 116si, in good shape for its vintage and for a god price. I know these are generally well regarded, but am keen to glean any knowledge that I can of there quirks, common faults etc.

 

In the same vein, whilst I hope I've bought a good 'un, I'll probably try to future proof myself by putting together a decent set of spares, as and when I find them. So, any tips on where to get them, new or used? And leading on from the common faults query, any tips on parts worth stockpiling?!

 

And finally, a long shot! Has anyone retro-fitted a heated handle kit to such a saw? I'm not going to bust a gut to do that, but if I came across the bits for a cheap price, or found a donor saw, it may be fun to give it a shot!

 

Cheers,

 

Lawrence

[spudulike]

Hi,

 

Long-time lurker, first-time poster here...

 

I've recently acquired a Sachs Dolmar 116si, in good shape for its vintage and for a god price. I know these are generally well regarded, but am keen to glean any knowledge that I can of there quirks, common faults etc.

 

In the same vein, whilst I hope I've bought a good 'un, I'll probably try to future proof myself by putting together a decent set of spares, as and when I find them. So, any tips on where to get them, new or used? And leading on from the common faults query, any tips on parts worth stockpiling?!

 

And finally, a long shot! Has anyone retro-fitted a heated handle kit to such a saw? I'm not going to bust a gut to do that, but if I came across the bits for a cheap price, or found a donor saw, it may be fun to give it a shot!

 

Cheers,

 

Lawrence

 

Ebay is the best bet for parts!

 

If you are interested, I have a runner that either needs TLC or stripping for spares, I purchased it to do up and sell but that is a distant dream:blushing:

 

PM me if you want a price on it and a few pics!

[DCS6800i]

There you go mate! Happy bidding

 

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[C.J]

116 is 56 cc and the 116si is 60 cc - different piston and pot but some parts may fit.