* PART 1* Stihl MS361 Chainsaw! 20 YEARS of HARD Work! Time For A New Chainsaw?! 

I don't own a chainsaw, nor would I ever have the need to own one, but youtube recommended this and I'm finding your videos absolutely fascinating!

You are VERY thorough young lady. Most wouldn’t have caught that. They would’ve replaced the carb but not know exactly why it needed replaced. Great job

It's great to here that the owner has chose to repair the old saw. The MS361 is definitely not a throw away saw. Love the video and your dedication.

I like your channel! Very thorough! I doubt many people are as thorough as you? I'm surprised you wear your wedding ring while working on equipment. You have an awesome shop & farm. Too bad you're not closer I would have you repair all my small engine equipment. I live in Connecticut. That's got to be nice working with your husband? That Stihl 361 with the 20" bar is the exact saw I use for cutting wood at my house. It will never see the work it was intended for it. I have cut two trees down with it. It's a very powerful saw. I have never squeezed the trigger all the way in. It's scary strong! Mine is about 15 years old & has never been serviced because it has maybe 25 hours on it? Keep up the great content!

My MS361 runs awesome. 2-3 pulls full choke and 1-2 pulls half choke starts it every time. Burp the throttle a bit and it idles perfectly. Love it. I just purchased a brand new MS182 this past Sunday. They started in the back of the store. I took it home and took probably 15-20 pulls to get it started. It’s brand new. Hopefully this gets better. But if it’s this way to start every time, it won’t be used. I bought it to limb the tree so I don’t have to use a bigger and heavier saw to cut small branches. Haven’t started it since. But after one time, I am not happy with it. Hopefully after using it, it gets better.

SUBSCRIBED! From one Canadian RU-vidr to another, that was a GREAT video sister. Keep that up and you will pass me in no time!!! 🥰

My 361 has cut countless cords in the last 15+ years. I was toying with either rebuilding the carb, or buying a new Stihl carb. Here in Alaska I couldn't find a rebuild kit, but I could order one from the dealer for $38. However, I found a new, complete carb that had been sitting on the shelf of another shop and bought it for $65, because it has been there for a while.

Why are people not hitting the like button ??? Just don’t understand why you’re not willing to help folks who make videos for us ….,😢 From West Texas 😊

Great diagnosis on a saw worth saving.

🐔Early morning; the sanest part of the day. Kudos to the owner of the saw for repairing his equipment. I am sure you will do a stellar job on the repair. Thanks much for sharing your valuable time and resources to bring us this excellent video.👍(255)

Hola buenos días desde España, estoy muy muy contento de haberme suscrito a su canal ,y también por la forma tan eficaz que tienen de solucionar los problemas típicos de los motores de uso cotidiano,un abrazo 🫂🫂 desde Andalucía ,España, ( 👏👏👏👏👏)

The ms361 saws were great. They had the spring antivbe without the epa issues. Definitely worth the work. Should run another 20 years.

I’m learning something new every time I watch. I’m just a Diyer but pride myself on fixing or attempting to fix 😂 most small engines. Good stuff here.

This is a no brainer. A complete overhaul on the cosmetics , new carb, AV mounts would be my vote. Buying the saw new would make me sentimental. Keep it running another 30 years.

Great Thorough Testing Procedures and a Wonderful Canadian Morning 😀😊 Those Av Mounts Are Always an Issue And Excellent Point To Always Check That Intake Boot When They Break Super Glad They Decided To Repair It 😊😊

Nice video. One thing I noticed in a few videos was when you remove the bar and chain nuts. You always seem to point the screw driver end of the tool upwards and hit it towards your face. This not only could launch the tool at your face if it comes off the nut while hitting it upward, but you also have less leverage and use more energy to loosen them especially when they are tightened to much by the customer. Try pointing the rod of the tool towards the back handle of the saw and push downward on the wrench and nut. Most times you won’t need to hit it even if it is tight, just use your shoulder and body weight a little more depending on how tight they are. You don’t wear glasses either, so it could also prevent the tool or your hand from poking you in the eye! ( I actually did that many years ago , hitting a tool towards my face, my hand slipped and before I could react I smacked my self in the eye)! “ it’s all fun and games until someone get an eye shot out”.

Great video.. Big help for anyone who gets the famous 361- I had a friend offer me a basically new 362 for a steal. I passed on it to hold onto my Echo 600p. Still not sure if I'd made the right decision 😕 🤔

A very thorough investigative technique and well explained. Excellent video.

A wonderful 26 mins , better than tv , watching from the UK .

Just bought my first saw, a MS250. Thanks for the videos. Very informative.

I would pressure test with decomp installed seen a few leaking decomps. One lead to scoring of a MS 460.

Good video, very informative. Having purchase a used MS361 about 10 years ago and have a MS260 & 440 Mag purchase new around 2005-07 all get used cutting firewood/clearing, oak 8-10 cords annually so nothing too much for them to handle. Have done very little to no repairs on all and hope to keep them going as long as possible. Looks to be minor repairs needed, hopefully he will repair. I like the 361 for its power vs weight. Thanks for the video looking forward to more.

Thank you very much Erica, very enjoyable and interesting. It also showed your customers that you and therefore, your business, are honest and reliable. Well done !

I have watched you saw I thought what a awesome Mill with this edger setup.I was hoping to see your operations from inside the box and here it is great job keep up the good work. Motley Minnesota

What a beautiful sunrise....great job on a great saw..and your hard work and content is really adding to the growth of your channel..

Replaced the original OEM MS460 exhaust recently with a new dual port exhaust. Used PB Blaster on the exterior exhaust holding screws before trying to unscrew them and did not have to twist on them so hard to get the screws out. This video helped me realize that the oil cap on my saw was leaking too as was not sure the cap was leaking until did more investigation. Looking forward to future videos. Great that you ordered an Inspection camera tool

Wow. Those subscribers are climbing fast! Congratulations. I can see this channel going the distance.

Good job girl. Urs videos are very helpful and practical. Here is watching u from Italy! Greetings

Awesome video, great work. Thank you😍😍😍😍

Thank you for this very informative and thoroughly diagnosed machine! It's a great feeling to be able to let your customer know what caused the issue (s). Keep up the excellent work! Nina from Texas :)

I have subscribed to your channel, and I would like to see you work on bar oil leaks and how to replace an oil pump, ect. I must admit, I enjoy watching your videos, it's about educational, and Thank you for most all your vids. And again Thank you. Your loyal audience from Arizona.

I have been a diesel mech sense 1990 maybe 89 hell i cant remember for sure but stoped doing it a few yrs aho . My back is n bad bad shspe and cant walk very good anymore. But i would love to learn more about these small engines. Its not the same as big motors . Im not sure i could do even this anymore but i would love too. Not many people around here that does it so it would be good job.

I love how you work

I have good luck with polishing the needle SEAT with q tip and polishing compound. I like the wooden q tips like ya get a dr. office. I put it in my cordless drill and spin it to polish it and remove the area causing the leak. As long as the pitting isn’t to extensive.

Love your videos straight to the point and excellent diagnostic skills with attention to details, above all it’s your passion and knowledge base

Hi Erica. Eastern Ontario here. Happy owner is keeping the saw. Like anything, things wear and get tired. If engine is good, keep it going!

I'm not a huge fan of the bar wrenches. I always just use a stubby 3/8th locking detent ratchet with 3 inch locking extension with the spark plug socket. I love those t handles for spinning bolts out but I always gotta break everything free with the ratchet and 6 inch Allen socket. Then take the ratchet off and spin it like the T handle. But straight up Milwaukee 12 volt ratchet is worth 100 times it weight in gold. All coming from someone that can barely move thier wrists without excruciating pain

What a warm & lyrical accent Canadian's possess!

Using the force - "may the force be with you" - Star Wars quotation. Means good luck I believe.

I came across your channel recently and im really into your chainsaw videos, you seem like a genuine easy going person and a good mechanic and the videos are easy to watch, I would love to see you look at the 028 you have sitting there, I’ve got one myself and it’s a great saw

Excellent. Very educational.

Another excellent and thorough video. Thanks for doing these videos. I know how much work it takes to make them. Most people see a 26 minute video but it takes MUCH longer to put together a video like this. John from MI

Excellent video ,I have a MS 361 saw i have had for 15 years now and it has been a stellar saw . Have a great spring, its firewood season here in south east Ontario .Cheers

Great precision!

Enjoyed watching you work Erica. Your videos are laid back and relaxing🥰

I just discovered your channel and I am impressed with your attention to detail. Thanks for sharing.

Really enjoy the saw repair videos--I collect and run ,work on vintage saws-- Old Cat mechanic!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Superb work Ma'am! I watched parts 1 and 2 and have subscribed to your channel. You are top notch. My son lives in Kingston and I will tell him to seek your business if he ever needs equipment or work done while I am not available. I have been working on small engines most of my life but have learned so much more from looking at you go through every steps. Thanks for your professionalism and honesty. As a fellow Canadians and Ontarian, I am proud of you.

Excellent job …wow …

No snow in 99% of Australia. ((((( It looks so nice. Quality saws will easily last 30 years of relatively pro use as long as they are not run lean or babied. I have many Husqvarna's that were manufactured in the late 80's that have still not required as much as a new piston or rings etc. As a two stroke dirt bike enthusiast I ride 125's and 250's and even CR 125's are putting out 45bhp. I also have a Husqvarna 3120XP @ 120cc and it puts out a measly 8 bhp!

Immediate 👍 for that sunset!

really like your videos.

The 361 is hands-down, the best 60 cc chainsaw ever made

What a view! May God bless

Excellent informative video. Very helpful. Keep it up!

Nice detective work. (Plus bonus points for the daybreak cinematography. 😉)

Nice job! Wish you were in my area to look at my saw!

Wonderful video. You do a great job of explaining everything you do. Thank you for sharing.

This is my new favorite channel! Pairs well with my morning coffee ☕️ very cool to watch ya go through the entire saw.

👍👍👍. Stunning start to the video. Thank you

great video...learning so much watching you, looking forward to part 2.

G'day MwSE, I just found your Chanel and it's very informative. I have a question would it be easier to push down on the scrench handle when removing the bar nuts as opposed to pulling it up ? I know I always try to get gravity to help me when I can 👍.

I have the same saw. Starts right up , cuts really well. Shut it off will not start unless it sits for an hour or so.I was hoping for some clues from your video. Thanks for putting them out. I've learned a lot from the ones I've watched.

he was right to agree to repair...thumbs up

Great video, I've had good luck polishing carb seats with a cotton bud in a drill with a little toothpaste on the tip...

Very nice surprising@ i never heard much good about 361's. Is that yiur experience? That good, id rebuild it too. Nice ranch

i have a 20 year old 361 also, just changed the AV system last year. my dad said, you know you have run a ton of wood through that saw. you should start looking for a replacement. i picked up a husky 562 and they arent even the same for same size cc. the 361 excels at frozen wood. the 562 excells at the other 9-10 months. the stihl is a brute force saw and the husky a finess saw. teh 572 would probably be a truer power to power being =. what i have noticed that the stihl is harder on my body with the av. the husky just has much less vibration in my shoulders and is a joy to run. both saws are good, but wish i put on a laminated lightweight bar sooner. i'm running a tsumura currently. bar life is longer than teh stihls. i get about 4 chains to a bar, before the tip blows out.

Great videos with good clear audio - well done. You are very thorough with your inspections and explaining what you are doing and why should help others if they wish to learn. My experience is that women have a sixth sense - like invisible eyes in the back of their head to see things that men miss. Men rely (perhaps more than they should) on "the force" to help them when exploring things that are not easily seen with the naked eye - just my opinion. Keep up the great work!

I would definitely replace the intake boot and fuel line and impulse line, if it has one. Those rubber parts deteriorate over time and the saw would be back in the shop soon for more repairs.

Nice work you do excellent work. Have a great day.

Excellent video so if a person doesn't have that Stihl tool that hooks up to the cylinder to block it off then you would just use a piece of rubber behind the carb and use the carb? and maybe spray the carb for bubbles and watch your gauge?

Well done

Beautiful sunrise!

😊 good job

Pagi yang indah. Mesin2 tangguh

Hello, you teach very well, I like your explanation. Greetings from Panama.

Excellent Video

love your vids they show things to look for but you say out funny mayby because im from boston but love your vids anyhoo

Great saw after break in run at 14000rpm .keep sharp 40.1

I love my borescope. You will too.

You definitely have a nice looking place to be working on small engine equipment there in Canada

Great video. Really enjoyed😊

Nice job keep up the good work 👍

Hi there Bruce here, From Alberta😀 I like your test of spraying onto the exposed needle. Thanks again. Newer Subscriber to your channel

Are your solar panels the tracking type. I am off grid here and they caught my eye. Nice catch on the seat of that carb. I would like to add that tester to my tool box.

Hi team, love your explanatory videos. I wish to purchase a combined pressure/vacuum tester to use with my own two and four stroke engines here across the pond. There are so many to choose from. What is the brand you use, or can you suggest a reliable inexpensive tester to me.

Awesome video...Have a Great Easter...

Your husband is referring to "the force" used in the Star wars movies....he's being a smarty-pants.....lol

I'm looking forward to seeing this saw repaired and put back to work for another 20 years. Great diagnostics!

Erica, if you remove the decomp valve before the vac/pressure test, how do you know that's not the cause of an air leak?

Gorgeous sunrise and love that thumbnail. Do you only work on saws?

Very awesome another female small engine makanic

Great video. Will subribe.

I bet the heating bill is expensive there with all the cold weather God Texas is hot but I can’t get warm enough up north 😢

What brand was the vacc/pressure tester you were using?

Do you know if he’s used Stihl mix oil since new? For amount of use that saw has seen and 156 psi compression is outstanding. I’m wondering if he uses Ames oil, which is also blue.

Is the carbrator made by stihl or z or walbro, looks like great made carbrator, be nice if they still made them good like that lol

You are making excelent video and work.just one question.you have not even start the saw to see the symptoms first.you spent time to a detailed diagnosis which you do not know if he was entitled to pay if he wasnt available to repair the saw. How do you deal with this. ?I mean you spent at least one hour yes?

What's the fuel up there, has it got ethanol in it? And the blue tint, is it Stihl oil? Not familiar with Stihl products, why I'm asking. And while were here, didn't you think the pull rope pulled out awful easy? Not sure I like/trust compression tests. Just part of the big picture. Do you not evaluate the chain, guide bar, sprocket nose, and sprocket for wear? Replacement of these items may take a bite of the repair bill and cause the customer to balk. Nice to see pressure/vacuum tests done, the crankcase seal is so important and often overlooked and it really determines how the saw will perform.

Hello there