Stihl Wood Boss 028 AV - convert to Rim sprocket 0.325" 7

Recap of previous thread:
Stihl wood boss 028 av - replacement bar and chain?

I've taken on a project Stihl 028. The conclusion of that previous thread is a parts order:

Bar and Chain:
bar $41.99 3003 008 6817
STIHL ROLLOMATIC® E Standard 18 in. .325" Pitch .063" Gauge
chain $35.99 3689 005 0074
OILOMATIC® STIHL RAPID™ Micro™ 3 (RM3) 26 RM3-74 18" Saw Chain Loop
.325" Pitch .063" Gauge - low kick back green

Other parts:
air filter assembly 1118 120 1611
Tank vent - 1117 350 5800
Vent insert - 1120 358 8105
needle cage 10x13x23 - 9512 933 2370
E-clip 8x1.3 (B) - 9460 624 0801 - x3
Circlip 19x1.2 (B) - 9455 621 2060 - x2

Parts For rim sprocket conversion
1118 007 1003 - Rim Sprocket kit

To replace the spur sprocket
Chain sprocket 0.325" 7T 1118 640 2001
(for information. I've ordered the rim sprocket kit)

I'll post updates as I go.

 

I replaced the spur sprocket on my former MS290 with a rim sprocket.

Keep us updated

 

Rims are so much more convenient. When it's wore, just swap it out with a new one which is less than $10. Wore spurs make ya buy the whole clutch drum.