Introduction

[agg221]

Yes - I followed the thread when it was being written. It's got some good info but a couple of minor errors, particularly around the badges on the recoil, which are currently aluminium and rivetted - see pic below and note the date it was shipped from the Stihl factory. There are also a couple of other easy reference features, such as the way the decompression spring is fitted to the top of the pot, which are really useful for quickly confirming what you've got.

 

On the skip-link chain - yes it has its place. It is definitely quicker on bigger wood if set up correctly, and on a really long bar it's pretty much essential. However it's largely a moot point now as it's not currently available (sadly Oregon won't currently supply Rob D) unless you grind your own. I can confirm that this takes a very long time on a 216 drive link chain.

 

Alec

[LeBucheron]

Thanks for all the info. Didn't bid on the Contra at the end as went too high. I do have a 660, so will keep looking for a 100cc+ spare.

[LeBucheron]

Hey Alec, got your pm, thanks for the tip. Your box is full so couldn't reply.