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Stihl 880 what’s the problem

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by Chud, May 11, 2024.

  1. Chud

    Chud

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    My friend Tim has an 880 on an Alaskan mill. It will only rev out with the filter cover off. Does the cover cause that much air restriction or is there another problem? As soon as the cover is tightened down the saw bogs down. Carb adjustment doesn’t make a difference.
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  2. John D

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    First let me saw that looks bad azz
    the obvious question is the air filter clean
    Second thought I would check the manifold boot over and see if there is a crack in the boot
     
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    Bad vacuum leak? I'll double down on John with that being bad azz.
     
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