MarkusParkus

I haven't put a new carb kit or carb on the saw, its still running original parts as far as i know. I think this is a little beyond my technical ability though! going to take it up to Abbey garden and machinery in Plymouth and see if I should cut my losses and try to resell it. Thanks for all your help gents! much appreciated. Mark.

So i stripped the carb down this morning, i couldn't find the 'metering arm' or any type of float adjustment.. gave it a clean out with petrol..again! and still won't start! the carb is this one if it helps anybody.. Chainsawr stihl 010 av chainsaw walbro carburetor thanks.

Thanks for the quick replies guys! i'll give that a go in the morning and let you know how i got on. Mark

The saw came from a my dads elderly friends garage sale.. he has dementia so i have no idea when it last ran, it was bought as a fixer upper because it was cheap and wouldn't start at the time. while I'm pulling the starter cord it does feel like the compression is normal.. I'm by no means an expert but it feels right and doesn't make any strange noises.

Nope, the plug is completely dry.

Hey guys, Its my first post here, been looking around for a few days and its a very nice forum you have here! So i bought this Sthil 010 AV as a fixer upper just for cutting up a few driftwood logs, but the engine won't draw any petrol into the cylinder, plugs are fine, carb and main jet are clear, fuel is brand new, tubes to carb are unobstructed I've even tried without a fuel filter and it still won't go! If i pour a few drops of petrol down into the carb it starts first time and runs for a few seconds though...Somebody please help! thanks in advance, Mark.