TimberTickler
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Hi all, just thought I'd give an update on the 880. After trying numerous of workshops who wouldn't touch the saw, I took a punt at doing it myself and we'll, safe to say it runs! VID_20230205195208.mp4
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Hi spud, so I've had a crack at cleaning up the cylinder.. I didn't use acid but everything else you suggested I did this is the result I have. Looking at the bottom of the exhaust port is my concern. And just wondered what you thought. Or anyone else for that matter. I'd like to avoid getting a new cylinder as that blows my budget massively. Still having trouble with the bearings so will take it to a shop and hopefully they can do the work there. Cheers 👍
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ADW, that would be a big help if you could let me borrow it, thank you!
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Cheers spud, the issue I have with going further doing the saw myself is removing and replacing the bearings as I have no special tool for removing and installing. Also would need to purchase the 2nd Stihl tool (£100+) to remove the crankshaft from the flywheel side. The bloke in Leeds has been very helpful with advice and said he can do the work, removing and installing the bearings but suggested cylinder is past repair and OEM new cylinder and piston is only route. Sorry to rattle on, but just wanting advice as this is the first saw I'd be rebuilding, haha and it so happens to be the biggest! Definitely committed to getting it running tho. Cheers again for the advice! 👍
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Spud, that's great advice! I'd love to try and save the original cylinder, and avoid the £270 hit on and new cylinder and piston. I've already bought the piston which was hard to get, especially meteor, came from Greece. If you've saved many cylinders before, would you be able to assist with my one as it's sounds like I have one shot to get it right, get it fixed otherwise, the only option is the £270 route of a new cylinder and piston... Also, is there anyone local to Somerset who specialises in rebuilding saws, like yourself who could give me a hand with the project, I have found a contact up in Leeds who ports saws and rebuilds, and he said new piston and cylinder is the only route now..
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Yeah the crank case split easily, bought the proper tools for the job using the Stihl mounting tool, at a bloody expense but hopefully will come useful for future projects.
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Sorry chaps, I'll try resend the image 👍 and the saw was stored with the cylinder off, so had some crud build up from storage which got into the bearings. I've got a new piston, meteor brand.
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I could feel the bearings needed changing as they were filled up with crud from storage. I have since spilt the crankcase and have bought the bearings and seals to replace. I'll attach a picture of the cylinder head. I've been told it's not possible to re-hone. It's smooth to the touch but what do you think? IMG20221210155544.heic
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Hi all, first time posting on this forum. I'm rebuilding a 2007 stihl ms880. Saved it from the scrap. The history of the saw is it's been used for 2 months, then sat on a shelf for years. Then when using for the first time, the piston popped and since then has been condemned. I don't like seeing fixable tools been thrown away so I jumped at the task to give it a shot and rebuild. At first glance I thought a new piston was all it needs but further inspection need to change the crankshaft bearings, seals, gasket and new cylinder head. I've bought £150 in parts, but from further inspection it Could potentially cost another £450 My plan was to use the saw for milling. My question is, is it worth me to continue with the build with the potential it not work at all. Or should I just sell it for spares Cheers 👍
