How can I tell if my STIHL is real?
Sometimes the fakes are obvious (STIHL never uses stickers to mark its products – our logo is always printed or embossed directly on the product), but the only way to be sure you are getting a genuine STIHL is to purchase your product from an authorized STIHL Dealer.
Do STIHL products have serial numbers?
All modern STIHL products use a 9-digit number as the serial number. Find it and you are ready to go.
What STIHL products are made in China?
STIHL produces chainsaws, brushcutters and hedge trimmers in China for the Asian and international markets. The 5 millionth product produced by STIHL in Qingdao will come off the assembly line only one day after the inauguration ceremony.
How do I find my STIHL serial number?
Where do I find my serial number? Most serial numbers are stamped in the motor housing or crankcase to the left or right of the muffler looking down from the top on a flat surface. They will in most cases be 9 digits long and begin with the number 1, 2 or 5.
When did STIHL make the 026?
According to Chain Saw Collectors Corner, the Stihl 026 is a 49 cc chain saw introduced in 1993.
Are all STIHL products made in USA?
*A majority of STIHL products sold in America are made in America of U.S. and foreign materials.
What year is my Stihl?
Call Stihl customer support at 800-610-6677. Give the customer representative agent the serial number and they, in turn, will be able to look up the year the saw was made.
What is a Stihl 311y?
The MS 311 is a high-tech workhorse with a step up in horsepower and features over the MS 291. With our improved engine technology, you get higher fuel economy for longer run times. The MS 311 also has larger fuel and oil tanks for even longer extended use. You’ll stay productive – while you’re saving money on fuel.
What does Stihl red lever mean?
The red lever just denotes an earlier saw. Like mason said, the really early models (like 034 and 024) had black levers and went to red at some point. Then back to black. It only means that they used red instead of black plastic to make the lever.
What’s the biggest bar you can put on a STIHL ms391?
20 in.
The best way to transport most STIHL chainsaws….Side-Access Chain Tensioner.
| POWER SOURCE | Gas |
|---|---|
| GUIDE BAR LENGTH (Recommended) | 20 in. |
| OILOMATIC® CHAIN | 3/8″ RS3 |
| CHAIN OIL CAPACITY | 11.8 oz. |
| ENGINE POWER | 4.4 bhp |
How much is a STIHL ms391 worth?
Starting at $679.99 with a 20″ bar and chain. The MS 391 features our newest engine technology that adds fuel efficiency while reducing emissions as compared to other models. Though equal in weight, the MS 391 is more powerful than the MS 311.
Is Stihl a good brand?
Stihl Is Known For Reliability First, the reliability of the brand itself. Stihl is known for manufacturing reliable, longlasting products and people know it. Professionals and consumers alike have confidence in buying a brand they trust, even secondhand.
Can You rebuild a Stihl ms-381 chainsaw?
These are hand-picked Stihl MS-381 Chainsaw that will allow you to rebuild your tool’s engine, boosting its lifespan without getting rid of it. Save money and keep your tool in great shape with our hand-picked parts from our Stihl MS-381 rebuild kits.
Where do the Stihl counterfeits come from?
Most of the counterfeits come from China and they look like the original STIHL products, especially with their orange/light grey colour scheme. Furthermore, consumers are taken in by forged stickers with the ‘STIHL’ brand name, and in some cases familiar model designations like ‘MS 250’ ‘MS 381’ ‘MS 440’ are marked on the saws.
Are there any aftermarket parts for the St ms380 ms381 038 AV super magnum?
If you need replacement aftermarket parts for your ST MS380 MS381 038 AV Super Magnum Chainsaws, HUZTL has them.
Why buy from a Stihl approved dealer?
At your STIHL Approved dealer, you can be sure of getting full STIHL quality, and not some cheap imitation. Whereas STIHL products are characterized, among other things, by strict quality and safety standards, this is not the case with imitations.