What year was Stihl 028 made?
Stihl chain saws have been around for decades. Stihl’s model 028 Wood Boss chain saw, called 028 WB for short, was manufactured in Germany and the United States primarily in the late 1970s through the 1980s.
How many cc is a Stihl 028 Wood boss?
47 ccs
Stihl 028 Specs
| The Stihl 028 | 028 AV | 028 Super |
|---|---|---|
| CCs | 47 ccs | 51.5 ccs |
| Horsepower | 3 hp | 3.2 hp |
| Displacement | 2.87 cu in | 3.14 cu in |
| Weight | 12.6 lbs | 12.6 lbs |
What chain does a Stihl 028 Super use?
028s run best with a 16” bar and . 325 chain for NY hardwoods. They’ll pull a longer/barn chain combo (18”, . 325) but we like the 16” for most cutting situations.
Does a Stihl 028 WB have a chain brake?
Re: Stihl 028 WB chain brake retrofit 028 came with chainbrakes since day 1 when introduced in the late ’70s. You’re only option now is find another 028 for the parts.
Is Stihl 028 a good saw?
A 028 super is a hell of a good firewood saw, but 150$ is all they’re worth around here. People that don’t know figure you can’t get parts for older saws.
How do you adjust the carburetor on a Stihl 028 chainsaw?
Go to full throttle, move the brake handle forward and let go of the throttle. The engine should not die down or run too slow and then pickup idle speed. In that case, open the L screw a bit till the idle speed drops, increase the idle by turning in the LA screw. Try the bit with the throttle and brake once more.
What size bar can I put on a Stihl 028?
As for bar length, an 028 AV Super has 3.5 HP. A 20 inch bar might be a tad much for it, especially in hardwoods. The Stihl bar selector guide says it will run a 20 inch OK.
What does AV mean on Stihl chainsaws?
anti-vibration system
Older Stihl chain saw models didn’t come standard with vibration reduction technology. Those that included that feature had the letters “AV” in their names to signify they offered an anti-vibration system.
How do you measure a chainsaw bar?
How To Measure a Chainsaw Bar
- Place a tape measure at the very tip of the bar.
- Measure straight back to the point where the bar enters the chainsaw body.
- Round that measurement up to the nearest even number.
What size bars does Stihl make?
STIHL guide bars range from 10″ (found on our tree-trimming pole pruners) to an incredible 59″ (used in extreme felling operations).
How many cc is a Stihl 034 AV?
Re: stihl 034 AV specs? FWIW the 034 S model is in essence about the same as an 036 . Both are impressive for 60 cc size .