I didn't pay attention on my NS872 with stock handle if there was room to get that screw out, but there is room with the Farmertec 044 wraparound handle, also more room for hand between handle and chain brake lever with the 044 handle
@@IndianaDoug I sort of did the same thing to the cylinder on my NS872, except I used a cylinder gasket, I didn't remove the baffle in muffler, I drilled holes in the end and made a couple near the end bigger. I also advance flywheel timing a little.
@@IndianaDoug seemed good to me. If you look at the first videos I posted of it vs last videos, you can see difference, but in first video it was totally stock
The oem 038 didn't need the handle bolts removed to get the top cover bolt on or off ..also it's a different style of bolt that could be removed with either a flat head or spanner .
@@IndianaDoug I had an 038 super which was the 67cc and it was made in 1985 . Not the fastest cutting but the torque on it was amazing. Very similar to the echo 620 but a lot heavier ..honestly 38 years old original cylinder and piston. Started well popped nearly always 1st pull . Great reliable and very tough saw ..go as far as say one off if not the best stihl ever made .. that's what people don't realise about husqvarna and stihl it's not there current saws that got them there reputations it's the saws like that ..2 saws i have had that a regret selling was my 038 and my 357xp both were excellent condition and performance
How do you like the red armor? I’ve always ran K2 and it’s never done me wrong but it went up in price yet again so I have been looking at alternatives.
Nice work Mr. Doug....yes on the OEM Stihl 038 cylinder cover bolt under the handlebar...I know a guy...I heard INTERESTING multiple times...you got paid..FACEBOOK and CALL OF DUTY...
These saws use more mid range torque side power in my opinion. You can get them to rev high but it’s for nothing. I’d keep it under 12K rpm out of the cut. Again, just my opinion.
@@IndianaDoug thanks buddy for your most welcome response 👍🏼. I thought it would probably be around this mark but, I wasn’t really sure, thank you very much.
Lol…oh good I got rev on the boot too! Make yourself a split mandrel for the exhaust. Paper first then some scotch brite- only takes about a minute and the exhaust will shine right up. Yours looks real good anyway….perhaps I need it more than you!
Steel Wool WITH WD-40 make for EXTREMELY good polishing for an exhaust port. Just something that I picked up from Johns Custom Saws. He’s very, um, liberal with his mouth.
Love kitchen table chainsaw repair with Doug!!
Yessir🤣🤣🤣
Removing that baffle from the muffler really makes a difference, did the same on my 038 mag.
Good advice to use 2/stroke oil and to keep parts and the work area clean during assembly.
I didn't pay attention on my NS872 with stock handle if there was room to get that screw out, but there is room with the Farmertec 044 wraparound handle, also more room for hand between handle and chain brake lever with the 044 handle
Yes the 892 doesn’t seem to have this issue I agree. It’s just these 380 clones.
@@IndianaDoug I typed wrong saw been corrected. LOL I don't even have an 892
@@IndianaDoug I sort of did the same thing to the cylinder on my NS872, except I used a cylinder gasket, I didn't remove the baffle in muffler, I drilled holes in the end and made a couple near the end bigger. I also advance flywheel timing a little.
How did the timing advance go? I was going to see how much it improved with this mild port work and gasket delete first before I try it.
@@IndianaDoug seemed good to me. If you look at the first videos I posted of it vs last videos, you can see difference, but in first video it was totally stock
That cylinder is the cleanest thing I’ve ever seen in my life 🤣 😆…….I like that 81630 Red u use !!
Some claim it’s too much, I wanna make sure it stays😁
Some nice mods did make it powerful it sounds like good work 👍
The oem 038 didn't need the handle bolts removed to get the top cover bolt on or off ..also it's a different style of bolt that could be removed with either a flat head or spanner .
I always wanted the OEM magII 72cc model. One of the only 0 series saws I don’t have. Well that and the 088🤷🏻♂️
@@IndianaDoug I had an 038 super which was the 67cc and it was made in 1985 . Not the fastest cutting but the torque on it was amazing. Very similar to the echo 620 but a lot heavier ..honestly 38 years old original cylinder and piston. Started well popped nearly always 1st pull . Great reliable and very tough saw ..go as far as say one off if not the best stihl ever made .. that's what people don't realise about husqvarna and stihl it's not there current saws that got them there reputations it's the saws like that ..2 saws i have had that a regret selling was my 038 and my 357xp both were excellent condition and performance
My dad always used thag gasket maker in his cars. Never had a problem
Seen that other guy start a saw and it didn't even get to 9000 rpms and he really thinks he's got something! Lmao!!
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If you're talking about he ex turtle guy, that chainsaw sounded like a sour one.
Sounds nice and healthy now. Thanks Doug! Now I have to go tear mine apart! 😂
Thats a good use of a q tip!
How do you like the red armor? I’ve always ran K2 and it’s never done me wrong but it went up in price yet again so I have been looking at alternatives.
It’s all I use. 40:1 with non eth rec fuel. Protects and cleans so well.
Cool I’ve heard nothing but good things about it. Going to have to give it a try.
Nice work Mr. Doug....yes on the OEM Stihl 038 cylinder cover bolt under the handlebar...I know a guy...I heard INTERESTING multiple times...you got paid..FACEBOOK and CALL OF DUTY...
Interesting🤣 thanks Brian👍🏻
@@IndianaDoug LOVE IT....
Hi there Indiana, what would you say would be the best max revs for the F380.
Thanks in advance.
These saws use more mid range torque side power in my opinion. You can get them to rev high but it’s for nothing. I’d keep it under 12K rpm out of the cut. Again, just my opinion.
@@IndianaDoug thanks buddy for your most welcome response 👍🏼. I thought it would probably be around this mark but, I wasn’t really sure, thank you very much.
You legitimately make tearing these down looks so simple.
For real though, is it actually that simple?
It really is simple. Pics or video help during teardown if you’re a beginner. After awhile it just kinda clicks.
You can just sneak that screw out without taking the handle screws off on oem
Good to know I could not remember for the life of me! Thanks👍🏻
Is your fuel line 2 pieces?
Yes. Theres a plastic elbow between the two pieces.
Yes.wanted to replace with oem.cant seam to find 2 piece oem all one piece
@IndianaDoug yes I think it's a ms660 fuel line they used. That's the only 2 piece I could find
How come others have trouble porting the clone saws and you did this one while waiting for dessert!
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Lol…oh good I got rev on the boot too!
Make yourself a split mandrel for the exhaust. Paper first then some scotch brite- only takes about a minute and the exhaust will shine right up. Yours looks real good anyway….perhaps I need it more than you!
Must’ve been the camera in my favor🤣 I keep forgetting about the scotch brite trick, thx👍🏻
Looks good. Runs good. Sounds good.
Steel Wool WITH WD-40 make for EXTREMELY good polishing for an exhaust port. Just something that I picked up from Johns Custom Saws. He’s very, um, liberal with his mouth.
Dont have rounded edge. 😂
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