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Anyone mod a 311 Stihl ?

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by ohio log slayer, Sep 3, 2015.

  1. ohio log slayer

    ohio log slayer

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    Like the power of my 311, just thinking of more. Maybe a muffler mod? What do ya guys think?
     
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    A muffler mod would be a good start - just about every new saw will see some degree of benefit from that.
     
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    I agree with Lukem. :)

    Don't forget to retune afterwards.

    If the new 311 muff is like the new pro saw cans? It should be a piece of cake. But if it's like the old 290/310/390 series? It may be a little more tedious.
     
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    I have worked on 2 of those. I wouldnt even muffler mod them (yeah yeah I know but IMO not needed on this saw). They ran perfect IMO for the firewood cutter.
     
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    Yeah but every now and then I will fell a hickory or two and would like a little more power to cut at those big trunks.:saw::saw: Never modded a muffler before but have ported intakes on cars. Might try it. :dremel::dancer::dancer:
     
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