The is one of the best diy videos I have ever watched, especially about gas engine repair since I don’t understand them. I was able to clean my carburetor and get my chain saw running again. I can’t say enough how well you gave so many little details and asides without extraneous info. You are a natural teacher. Thank you thank you thank you!
Great Teacher! No sarcasm, no stupidity. Followed your clear instructions and now have a new MS180 C. I contained all parts in a large crab / crawfish tray avoiding losing parts. In addition to good lighting, I also used a flashlight. Took pictures throughout disassembly as recommended, which made putting it back together a snap. One of the best DIY videos out there. Thanks again!
Awesome! Thanks for this comment I really do appreciate it ! Also feel free to check out my other channel where I’ll be working on small engines like this . youtube.com/@KylesChainsawRescue?si=DKRinUZejCuNMFbE
this is the most helpful video out of probably 20 or more that i’ve seen! i had it playing while cleaning my carburetor and it has helped me soo much! just got mine back together and about to put it back on my chainsaw. everyone thinks i’m crazy not buying a new one but i’m trying cleaning it first and hoping it helps with my sluggish chainsaw that’s been boggin out on me! thanks heaps mate!
Thank you for making this video, going through it step by step, what to look for and how to put it back together. I was literally complaining to my therapist about the damn carburetor and feeling overwhelmed about learning how to deal with it.
The reason that the screwdriver doesn't fit the carb screws properly is because it is a Japanese industrial standard (JIS) with a less pointed tip that seats more fully into the screws. Invest in a set of these and you won't be stripping out the heads of your screws. The nice thing is that these screwdrivers will work better on American screws as well. If you work on motorcycles they work better too..
Hey, thanks for your help you were help but just let you know you can buy the diaphragm really cheap instead of buying a whole new carburetor. I needed your video because I’ve never done a chainsaw but I’ve done a lot of small motors and I forgot which way a couple parts went and your video kind of save me thank you I appreciate you.
Thanks for the great video and your time. I have a small problem, same saw. I got the 2 nuts out that hold the carburetor in place and the 2 pieces of linkage and the darn thing still not sliding out like yours. Any ideas?
@@1dd434 use a flat dull screw driver remove gas line . Pop black choke piece out of the way . Should slide forward. Might have an old gasket on the back side holding it up
I admire you for taking time inspect and know the parts. I am like you. I want to know why it didn't run. But now I know at my age these parts would be just to small for me. I would have to opt to a new carb. Would it do any good to place carb in ultrasonic cleaner intact?
This video only partially addresses how to clean a 2-cycle engine’s carb. This particular Stihl carb has no hi/lo adjusting screws. Clogs and/or air leaks under the welsh plugs are common and can only be repaired by removing welsh plugs, cleaning fuel passages underneath them, and installing/sealing new plugs (included with most quality carb kits). Additionally there are check valves in all 2-cycle carbs which are usually non-removable. They are essential to proper engine starting and running, yet commonly go bad due to alcohol in gasoline. Carb cleaning and kit rebuilds are insufficient to repair bad check valves….and a new carb is the only solution. Importantly, the 170/180 OEM carbs are a disaster waiting to happen because they lack fuel:air mixture adjustment screws. Thus overly lean (or rich) running conditions from small air leaks, fuel passage clogs, cracked fuel lines, dirty air filters, engine aging, etc., etc. cannot be corrected by tuning 170/180 saws. Overly lean running 170/180’s almost always develop over time, eventually burning up their piston and cylinders…..i.e. planned obsolescence. Cheap adjustable aftermarket carbs are now readily available on-line which have hi and lo carb adjustment screws built in, allowing 170/180 saws to be easily tuned as needed. These saws can now be kept running smoothly for years by preventing them from running too hot and burning out. My MS180C developed a small fuel line air leak which caused it to run very lean, and very hot. It died suddenly after losing compression due to piston/cylinder scoring. Importantly, the Stihl repair shops wouldn’t touch it with a ten foot pole. So I rebuilt the top end myself with a cheap aftermarket piston/cylinder kit, installed an inexpensive adjustable carb, and afterwards it was as good as new. Stihl MS170 and 180s are great entry level saws that are relatively inexpensive. However shop repairs with OEM parts often cost more than buying a new replacement. This is why Stihl dealers won’t touch a burned out 170 or 180, but rather will only offer to sell you a new one. Sadly, the new one also comes with its own non-adjustable carb, guaranteeing it will also soon burn out over time (a profitable racket for Stihl). Fortunately, cheap Chinese aftermarket cloned Stihl parts are now readily available on-line. This allows DIY owners like me to quickly and easily rebuild their own saws and keep them tuned and running for decades. I’ve kept both my 20 year old Stihl MS 026 Pro and my 10 year old MS180C running perfectly for years, and have collected enough used parts over time to repair or completely rebuild either one of them on a moments notice. For me, the art is now in diagnoses and parts location….not in repairs.
Gas lines in good shape ? Gas filter clean , air filter clean , spark arrestor clean , fresh mixed gas , good spark plug . Just a few quick things to check
I have a 30+ year-old 029 that is fairly easy to keep in good running condition. My son bought a newer Stihl, and it's a constant battle and far more work to maintain. Too much plastic crap. Told him to pick up an older model, and I'll rebuild it. If I ever have need to replace my 029, I'll pick up a used one, or I'll move over to Husqvarna. Stihl is selling out its customers to garner a few more dollars in profit.
From what I’ve seen these days it dosent matter the brand more and more people do not take proper care of their saws . I see more and more misuse and abuse on units. People have no idea how to do any general maintenance and just run a unit into the ground. All the saws my carving business relies on are the (plastic crap ) . Usually if there is any issues with the saw it’s because of my own neglect.
Very good videó show How need fix clean carburetor, but very much old carburetor nobody not know fix, because if change every gums carburetor inside, this carburetor not will fix not repair stay wrong No work and fuel river will leave carburetor jacks not good close and nobody not will know start Stihl chainsaw engine No work. Need change carburetor and need buy new carburetor because not economy clean old carburetors and change every gums and other things. Teflon not help carburetor set jacks because fuel river looking in Jack and much fuel river in table or floor Where I put Stihl chainsaw. I Have Stihl 880 and Stihl 171 and Stihl FS560 and Stihl HS45. I not will clean carburetor if will wrong and not work I will change carburetor this more economy becsuse carburetor things gums change very expensive and not will good work and robbering very much time. Time is money
The is one of the best diy videos I have ever watched, especially about gas engine repair since I don’t understand them. I was able to clean my carburetor and get my chain saw running again. I can’t say enough how well you gave so many little details and asides without extraneous info. You are a natural teacher. Thank you thank you thank you!
Thank you ! I’m glad I can help
Great Teacher! No sarcasm, no stupidity. Followed your clear instructions and now have a new MS180 C. I contained all parts in a large crab / crawfish tray avoiding losing parts. In addition to good lighting, I also used a flashlight. Took pictures throughout disassembly as recommended, which made putting it back together a snap. One of the best DIY videos out there. Thanks again!
Awesome! Thanks for this comment I really do appreciate it ! Also feel free to check out my other channel where I’ll be working on small engines like this .
youtube.com/@KylesChainsawRescue?si=DKRinUZejCuNMFbE
this is the most helpful video out of probably 20 or more that i’ve seen! i had it playing while cleaning my carburetor and it has helped me soo much! just got mine back together and about to put it back on my chainsaw. everyone thinks i’m crazy not buying a new one but i’m trying cleaning it first and hoping it helps with my sluggish chainsaw that’s been boggin out on me! thanks heaps mate!
You're welcome!
Thank you for making this video, going through it step by step, what to look for and how to put it back together. I was literally complaining to my therapist about the damn carburetor and feeling overwhelmed about learning how to deal with it.
Glad I could help . Making videos and doing work like this is my therapy.
Your video was exactly what I needed to clean my first carburetor!! Fingers crossed my MS180 starts right up 🤞🤞
Did it????
Thank you Kyle I needed that for my MS180 you're such a expert unexplaining how things work have a good day
You’re welcome I’m glad I could help
Thank you for your efforts that was pretty through.
Thank u
The reason that the screwdriver doesn't fit the carb screws properly is because it is a Japanese industrial standard (JIS) with a less pointed tip that seats more fully into the screws. Invest in a set of these and you won't be stripping out the heads of your screws. The nice thing is that these screwdrivers will work better on American screws as well. If you work on motorcycles they work better too..
Dear Kyle, you rock! Thanks a bunch!
Thanks ! You’re welcome!
Thanks!
Thumbs up from me bud...the UA-cam struggle is real...keep the useful content coming
Not just a gifted caver, but a maintenance guy also!!
Perfect!
This will be extremely helpful.
Hey, thanks for your help you were help but just let you know you can buy the diaphragm really cheap instead of buying a whole new carburetor. I needed your video because I’ve never done a chainsaw but I’ve done a lot of small motors and I forgot which way a couple parts went and your video kind of save me thank you I appreciate you.
Thanks for the great video and your time. I have a small problem, same saw. I got the 2 nuts out that hold the carburetor in place and the 2 pieces of linkage and the darn thing still not sliding out like yours. Any ideas?
Pulled the gas line off first ?
@@KyleHallwoodworker no, it seems that it’s been held back from behind. The gas line is soft.
I’ll try disconnecting the gas line and see what happens.
@@1dd434 use a flat dull screw driver remove gas line . Pop black choke piece out of the way . Should slide forward. Might have an old gasket on the back side holding it up
@@KyleHallwoodworker thank you, I’ll try this evening.
I didn't see you make any idle adjustments. With flat orange screw drivers that goes through the right side of the handle. Is that nessasary?
All depends sometimes you need to sometimes you don’t
Very satisfying watch
Well done
Excellent video. Thanks. do you have any videos on replacing / cleaning the chain oil pump.
What is a good source for a new carb? Thanks.
I finally found the link The carb in the link you provided is not available. Do you have another suggestion?
Local Stihl dealer to get an oem carb . Next off Amazon . I usually use the HIPA brand
Think there is a link under this video
Great video
I admire you for taking time inspect and know the parts. I am like you. I want to know why it didn't run. But now I know at my age these parts would be just to small for me. I would have to opt to a new carb. Would it do any good to place carb in ultrasonic cleaner intact?
It could possibly help if it completely disassembled
@@KyleHallwoodworker thank you so much. Parts are so small. Don't know if I could do it.
This video only partially addresses how to clean a 2-cycle engine’s carb. This particular Stihl carb has no hi/lo adjusting screws. Clogs and/or air leaks under the welsh plugs are common and can only be repaired by removing welsh plugs, cleaning fuel passages underneath them, and installing/sealing new plugs (included with most quality carb kits). Additionally there are check valves in all 2-cycle carbs which are usually non-removable. They are essential to proper engine starting and running, yet commonly go bad due to alcohol in gasoline. Carb cleaning and kit rebuilds are insufficient to repair bad check valves….and a new carb is the only solution. Importantly, the 170/180 OEM carbs are a disaster waiting to happen because they lack fuel:air mixture adjustment screws. Thus overly lean (or rich) running conditions from small air leaks, fuel passage clogs, cracked fuel lines, dirty air filters, engine aging, etc., etc. cannot be corrected by tuning 170/180 saws. Overly lean running 170/180’s almost always develop over time, eventually burning up their piston and cylinders…..i.e. planned obsolescence. Cheap adjustable aftermarket carbs are now readily available on-line which have hi and lo carb adjustment screws built in, allowing 170/180 saws to be easily tuned as needed. These saws can now be kept running smoothly for years by preventing them from running too hot and burning out. My MS180C developed a small fuel line air leak which caused it to run very lean, and very hot. It died suddenly after losing compression due to piston/cylinder scoring. Importantly, the Stihl repair shops wouldn’t touch it with a ten foot pole. So I rebuilt the top end myself with a cheap aftermarket piston/cylinder kit, installed an inexpensive adjustable carb, and afterwards it was as good as new.
Stihl MS170 and 180s are great entry level saws that are relatively inexpensive. However shop repairs with OEM parts often cost more than buying a new replacement. This is why Stihl dealers won’t touch a burned out 170 or 180, but rather will only offer to sell you a new one. Sadly, the new one also comes with its own non-adjustable carb, guaranteeing it will also soon burn out over time (a profitable racket for Stihl). Fortunately, cheap Chinese aftermarket cloned Stihl parts are now readily available on-line. This allows DIY owners like me to quickly and easily rebuild their own saws and keep them tuned and running for decades. I’ve kept both my 20 year old Stihl MS 026 Pro and my 10 year old MS180C running perfectly for years, and have collected enough used parts over time to repair or completely rebuild either one of them on a moments notice. For me, the art is now in diagnoses and parts location….not in repairs.
Cheers mate from the land down under
Can you tell me why I can’t take out the carb from my 180 C .?I took those 2 nats and I can’t pull the carb.
Check linkage still hooked , gas line still hooked
Thank you for help.
@@chrismarszalek7346 you’re welcome
What can I do if the c clip on the left holding choke lever is broken?
My chainsaw is not starting carburettor is cleaned and spark plug is good what is the problem please help
Gas lines in good shape ? Gas filter clean , air filter clean , spark arrestor clean , fresh mixed gas , good spark plug . Just a few quick things to check
@@KyleHallwoodworker thanks it's getting start but not easy start instantly it's not getting start what could be the problem? Please help
a set of Chinese crosshead screw drivers is useful,hey?
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The link for your recommend carb is the wrong carburetor 😂
I have a 30+ year-old 029 that is fairly easy to keep in good running condition. My son bought a newer Stihl, and it's a constant battle and far more work to maintain. Too much plastic crap. Told him to pick up an older model, and I'll rebuild it. If I ever have need to replace my 029, I'll pick up a used one, or I'll move over to Husqvarna. Stihl is selling out its customers to garner a few more dollars in profit.
From what I’ve seen these days it dosent matter the brand more and more people do not take proper care of their saws . I see more and more misuse and abuse on units. People have no idea how to do any general maintenance and just run a unit into the ground. All the saws my carving business relies on are the (plastic crap ) . Usually if there is any issues with the saw it’s because of my own neglect.
Completely agree this model crap..the plastic linkage is crap
I don't trust left handed person sometimes
Very good videó show How need fix clean carburetor, but very much old carburetor nobody not know fix, because if change every gums carburetor inside, this carburetor not will fix not repair stay wrong No work and fuel river will leave carburetor jacks not good close and nobody not will know start Stihl chainsaw engine No work. Need change carburetor and need buy new carburetor because not economy clean old carburetors and change every gums and other things. Teflon not help carburetor set jacks because fuel river looking in Jack and much fuel river in table or floor Where I put Stihl chainsaw. I Have Stihl 880 and Stihl 171 and Stihl FS560 and Stihl HS45. I not will clean carburetor if will wrong and not work I will change carburetor this more economy becsuse carburetor things gums change very expensive and not will good work and robbering very much time. Time is money