I started our 056 Magnum today after setting for 2 years. Started right up, no surprise. I love the "voice" of the saw when it's running. It has its own, very different sound. Also dig the bass tone that emanates when it is idling while setting on the ground. Really cool! I run a 30" bar and wouldn't trade the saw for anything! Thanks for the video!
Those old saws brings back alot of memories with my grandfather telling stories about his journey with the saw telling me the 051 was the 064 & the 056 was the 066 in its time.
I have an 056 mag 2.... everyone complains about ignition issues, but I haven't had one in the 40 years that I have owned it.... had a friend of my dad's back in the day borrow it... cleared over 50 trees 28" diameter plus with it and never cleaned it at all... got it back with the air filter completely full (like a molding) of saw dust.... (I never let anyone else touch this saw since and probably never will again) I cleaned it expecting the worst... it started up and ran fine... did a full clean and piston ring and cylinder check with a little smoothing... has been running like new ever since... I would advise a small exhaust port job and maybe a small intake as well and this saw can be even more of a monster. Only small drawback is that this is about the largest saw Stihl made back then without a decompression valve built in, (along with that, it has no manual/assist bar oiler, just an adjustable auto-oiler)... that being said, for its size, it's pretty easy to start. Btw... it will outrun a brand new 660 all day any day...
Currently rebuilding a 056 Mag II i got off FB marketplace for $50 and it had a full wrap on it along with a spare 54mm cylinder and a slightly ported 56mm. was never ran after the work was done on the cylinder. Ive replaced all the rubber lines, and should be running this weekend for the first time since the PO marked that he ported it in 8/2002.
@@samishsawworks5870 I don't blame you I wouldn't ever part with it . I am sure you would not but would you ever consider selling your poulan 4200? I looked for a 306 a forever but with no luck.
I can't imagine carrying this thing around the woods every day! It must have been something to grab onto the 064 when it came out after running these things day in and day out............ it must have felt like a feather!
Does the Stihl 056 Magnum II have a decompression valve? Although I understand a lot of owners don't like them and are concerned about them dislodging and rattling in the cylinder, I'm not sure I could start that one without some assistance. I like your drop starting technique by having the bar resting on the log. You made it look easy.
No decomp on these saws. I've been intimate with this saw over the years, so I know right where the "sweet spot" is ;) haha I've had my share of starter handles ripped out of my hand on other healthy big bore saws. The extra inertia of "drop starting" it this way seems to help on saws that have a long enough bar.
@@samishsawworks5870 That exact thing happened to a good friend of mine... He loves working the wood, and always has. But he's 70 now and just can't start a couple of them anymore. I do all the work on his saws for him, and he's got quite the collection... So he was nice enough to give me his 056 Super with a brand new 34" bar, and brand new chain as well. I've always loved that saw, and he said he figured I earned it since I've kept all his saws going all these years. He's a darned good guy. Hopefully I can get a few more years out of it before I, myself, can no longer start it. Absolutely love it. It eats wood like a fat kid eatin' ice cream, and runs flawlessly. Thanks for the video. Simple, to the point, no nonsense or noise like so many others. Think I'll hang around. Well done, sir.
i seen that there isnt much in the way of magnum 2 specs so i did a bore n stroke measurement n did the math on the cc's it came out to 98.1 cc.. the 056 av super came out to 94 cc..
I have an 056 Magnum that I bought used back in the mid 90's. It came with a 16" bar on it, which I thought was a joke considering how big the motor is. I immediately bought a new 24" bar for it and that has been on the saw ever since. It still runs but could probably use an overhaul. The only work that's ever been done on it, is tune-ups and the carb rebuilt once. I used to log in WI when I was a lot younger and also cut a lot of firewood. We were cutting mostly oak. Sometimes we cut walnut, maple, pine, cedar and Box Elder depending on what was available and what we needed. Why do you pull the starter cord out a ways when you shut it off? I've never seen anyone do that before and I never have. Is that something specific to that saw or all saws?
The starter rope trick helps on all saws. They tend to pull the rope back sharply a bit when shut down, which is hard on the rope and pull handle. Pulling the rope out a bit provides some slack in the rope to prevent that. Makes these parts last longer.
Do you have the access or means to braze or weld on the muffler? If not, no biggie. Would you prefer to keep it stock looking or does that not matter to you? There are a few different ways a person can go about it.
@@samishsawworks5870 hi I have a stick welder but because I would like to use the stock muffler the metal would be to thin to weld and also my saw will just be used for firewood and things like that so I don’t think I want to turn it up to high but just get some better performance without risking to blow my saw up
She's got a one track mind. She's usually pretty good but every once in a while she'll get extra focused and run square into something. Yeah it was uploaded at the highest resolution. My videos are saved and exported at 4k 2160p. It's weird though, youtube resolution isn't on the same scale as the rest of the world. I'm too computer illiterate to know anymore about anything haha. TH-cam knocks it down to whatever their highest resolution is. I've had it take more than a day for them to kick the quality up after upload
@@samishsawworks5870 Its ok i run into stuff every day.. I deleted the comment part about the video, it came good a bit later and i watched it properly You went to pick up the giant 'cookie', in my head I'm thinking sure good luck with breaking your spine. Then, oh right, its not a eucalyptus lol. Wish i could cut some Cedar sometimes!
@@samishsawworks5870 Uploaded in 4K probably explains it, takes the tubes a lot longer to process that. You really only need 1080p, i don't even get 4K not sure why its necessary
@@samishsawworks5870 In another life i was a long time computer tech nerd, one day i just said NO I'm never fixing another computer again. I got rid of all my computer junk and don't even own one now just my phone
What an awesome and beautiful saw! I am 15 and am currently in the process of getting an old 051 AV Electronic running. Mine has a 36" bar.
I started our 056 Magnum today after setting for 2 years.
Started right up, no surprise.
I love the "voice" of the saw when it's running. It has its own, very different sound.
Also dig the bass tone that emanates when it is idling while setting on the ground.
Really cool!
I run a 30" bar and wouldn't trade the saw for anything!
Thanks for the video!
Those old saws brings back alot of memories with my grandfather telling stories about his journey with the saw telling me the 051 was the 064 & the 056 was the 066 in its time.
Have owned my .056 for over 30 years...a real beast!!!
That's one beauty of an old Saw!! I love mine! Mine lives with a 32" bar
They're about a good as they come! Mine usually lives with a 32" as well!
I have an 056 mag 2.... everyone complains about ignition issues, but I haven't had one in the 40 years that I have owned it.... had a friend of my dad's back in the day borrow it... cleared over 50 trees 28" diameter plus with it and never cleaned it at all... got it back with the air filter completely full (like a molding) of saw dust.... (I never let anyone else touch this saw since and probably never will again) I cleaned it expecting the worst... it started up and ran fine... did a full clean and piston ring and cylinder check with a little smoothing... has been running like new ever since... I would advise a small exhaust port job and maybe a small intake as well and this saw can be even more of a monster. Only small drawback is that this is about the largest saw Stihl made back then without a decompression valve built in, (along with that, it has no manual/assist bar oiler, just an adjustable auto-oiler)... that being said, for its size, it's pretty easy to start. Btw... it will outrun a brand new 660 all day any day...
Awesome that old 056 mag. Is getting with it 👍👍👍
Low end grunt. What a great saw. Thanks for the vid!
Currently rebuilding a 056 Mag II i got off FB marketplace for $50 and it had a full wrap on it along with a spare 54mm cylinder and a slightly ported 56mm. was never ran after the work was done on the cylinder. Ive replaced all the rubber lines, and should be running this weekend for the first time since the PO marked that he ported it in 8/2002.
That sir is one beautiful old stihl.
Thank you. This saw is one I'll have forever. Puts a big ol' grin on my face everytime I fire it up.
@@samishsawworks5870 I don't blame you I wouldn't ever part with it . I am sure you would not but would you ever consider selling your poulan 4200? I looked for a 306 a forever but with no luck.
I’m glad I don’t have to tote that old man saw! I’ve got it’s little brother, the 038 magnum, great saws! Good seeing ya buddy! 👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏🙏
I can't imagine carrying this thing around the woods every day! It must have been something to grab onto the 064 when it came out after running these things day in and day out............ it must have felt like a feather!
Check parts 6,7,8. Found this a couple years ago, made a playlist
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This is one awesome video 🤝🤝🤝🤝
Those 056 mag2s sound much more violent in person, at least mine does. Cant go wrong with pairing up an 026, 041, and a 056 mag2.
We had a few for our firewood biz.
Impressive especially for their time
How does that 056 Magnum to stack up against your other big saws?
Port it! I know you want to. Plus they port real good.
Does the Stihl 056 Magnum II have a decompression valve? Although I understand a lot of owners don't like them and are concerned about them dislodging and rattling in the cylinder, I'm not sure I could start that one without some assistance. I like your drop starting technique by having the bar resting on the log. You made it look easy.
No decomp on these saws. I've been intimate with this saw over the years, so I know right where the "sweet spot" is ;) haha I've had my share of starter handles ripped out of my hand on other healthy big bore saws. The extra inertia of "drop starting" it this way seems to help on saws that have a long enough bar.
I know the day will come when I can't start 'em anymore, so I figure I better get it in while I can ;)
@@samishsawworks5870 That exact thing happened to a good friend of mine... He loves working the wood, and always has. But he's 70 now and just can't start a couple of them anymore. I do all the work on his saws for him, and he's got quite the collection... So he was nice enough to give me his 056 Super with a brand new 34" bar, and brand new chain as well. I've always loved that saw, and he said he figured I earned it since I've kept all his saws going all these years. He's a darned good guy.
Hopefully I can get a few more years out of it before I, myself, can no longer start it. Absolutely love it. It eats wood like a fat kid eatin' ice cream, and runs flawlessly.
Thanks for the video. Simple, to the point, no nonsense or noise like so many others. Think I'll hang around. Well done, sir.
i seen that there isnt much in the way of magnum 2 specs so i did a bore n stroke measurement n did the math on the cc's it came out to 98.1 cc.. the 056 av super came out to 94 cc..
94cc was the biggest version of the 056
I have an 056 Magnum that I bought used back in the mid 90's. It came with a 16" bar on it, which I thought was a joke considering how big the motor is. I immediately bought a new 24" bar for it and that has been on the saw ever since. It still runs but could probably use an overhaul. The only work that's ever been done on it, is tune-ups and the carb rebuilt once.
I used to log in WI when I was a lot younger and also cut a lot of firewood. We were cutting mostly oak. Sometimes we cut walnut, maple, pine, cedar and Box Elder depending on what was available and what we needed.
Why do you pull the starter cord out a ways when you shut it off? I've never seen anyone do that before and I never have. Is that something specific to that saw or all saws?
The starter rope trick helps on all saws. They tend to pull the rope back sharply a bit when shut down, which is hard on the rope and pull handle. Pulling the rope out a bit provides some slack in the rope to prevent that. Makes these parts last longer.
Hi Ben I have a husky 350 and I’d like to muffler mod it I’m wondering what the best way of modding it would be. Love the vids
Do you have the access or means to braze or weld on the muffler? If not, no biggie. Would you prefer to keep it stock looking or does that not matter to you? There are a few different ways a person can go about it.
@@samishsawworks5870 hi I have a stick welder but because I would like to use the stock muffler the metal would be to thin to weld and also my saw will just be used for firewood and things like that so I don’t think I want to turn it up to high but just get some better performance without risking to blow my saw up
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Stunt dog vs Camera hahahaha
She's got a one track mind. She's usually pretty good but every once in a while she'll get extra focused and run square into something.
Yeah it was uploaded at the highest resolution. My videos are saved and exported at 4k 2160p. It's weird though, youtube resolution isn't on the same scale as the rest of the world. I'm too computer illiterate to know anymore about anything haha. TH-cam knocks it down to whatever their highest resolution is. I've had it take more than a day for them to kick the quality up after upload
@@samishsawworks5870 Its ok i run into stuff every day..
I deleted the comment part about the video, it came good a bit later and i watched it properly
You went to pick up the giant 'cookie', in my head I'm thinking sure good luck with breaking your spine. Then, oh right, its not a eucalyptus lol. Wish i could cut some Cedar sometimes!
@@samishsawworks5870 Uploaded in 4K probably explains it, takes the tubes a lot longer to process that. You really only need 1080p, i don't even get 4K not sure why its necessary
@@samishsawworks5870 In another life i was a long time computer tech nerd, one day i just said NO I'm never fixing another computer again. I got rid of all my computer junk and don't even own one now just my phone