I'd return it and rebuild the old one. It looks like a Tillotson or an old Warlbro, which were amazing carbs.

Get the OEM carb. I’ve had bad luck with the kick offs!

Also, I'd suggest burning some sage to get rid of any lingering curses

Always a gamble, but thank you for being honest and showing us your mistakes. Much appreciated 👍🏻

I do my own small engine work and I enjoy watching your videos quite a bit... not just for the repair itself, but the other options as to what the issue might be if your original diagnosis was not correct. At this point, I think I would bite the bullet and get the OEM part. Not only do you get a part that is going to fit correctly, but because it's for a friend.

What is the rejuvenation solution you put those diaphragms into? Is it a specific product, or something else?

When it comes to carbs I usually go for the OEM. There’s just too many variables and more often than not you can’t trust the description, compatible model numbers and/or reviews. That’s a nice machine so I’d bite the bullet, return the old one and opt for the OEM. I also appreciate the honesty when it comes to making mistakes. It happens to all of us. Cheers

great timing... working on a shed rescue Husqy 36... took it to the shop, and they got it going, then it sat for 3 years... replaced fuel line, plug (shop set the gap for me)...start but no idle... KZfaq some things, start and super high idle, chain just whips around! Gonna plug at it some more. Did reference your video "husky won't stay running" for the next kick at the saw, Thanks for the decent videos! Oh... I would. default to an OEM carb, the saw looks pretty good and likely worth the price and hassle reduction.

I own the exact same saw and even found it in a barn as well, they are great and an oem carb kit isnt that expensive, id stick to all oem parts if i were you

I found a chain saw just like that but it only would start on full choke and when it would it would die out in like 10 seconds. Any suggestions I have tried to loosen the gas cap in case it couldn’t vent but no luck.

I learned the hard way to to use OEM parts. I went through 2 aftermarket carbs, and the quality of the other parts were terrible.

HaHaHa, Tetanus booster shot. 😂😂

Great video ! Many interesting comments that hold true. I buy, repair and sell a few mowers. I have learned to pick and choose doing any repairs for friends or coworkers. A recent situation was a coworker said his _Honda_ mower had always started easily, up until now. I ask a few basic questions about the issues and history of the mower. I told him to shoot a mist of starting fluid into the carburetor throat to test it. The next day He said it fired up for only a moment, then stopped. I explained that he just did test the spark and compression on his own! , and that the fuel system was suspect. I explained that most often with a Honda fuel issue, I always replace the carburetor with oe Honda, along with the auto choke thermal wax element, thus preparing him of the cost. He brought it to work, we loaded inside my suv. Leaving work that day, I was prepared to smell an odor of fuel _inside_ the vehicle. Bam! An odor was there alright, aged fuel ! I performed the same test in my shop with a squirt of 2 cycle fuel, with the same fire up and quit as what he had described. (Note: always listen to the owner, but begin from step 1) Anyway, the carb was slimy. I cleaned it, cleaned the tank, and reassembled. She ran well. Yet, I had the conversation to resort back to _if_ it had needed parts replacement. Please keep up the great job on this channel !

Hoe many alcohol wipes did it take to fix

Hi there. I see you use a degreaser or cleaner both on the sthil and this. May I ask wahat you use?

What kind of hose nozzle are you using? It seems like it has very good pressure but is very controlled also.

I have one the same. It was sitting in my shed for about 10 years. It started on the third go. So I then cut down 5 big palm trees with it.

Are you using a straight mix of the degreaser? I’m using the harbor freight degreaser and I’m not getting the same result. I’m using a 50/50 degreaser to water

Since you already have the aftermarket carb, I would try it and see if it works before plunking down for an OEM. The original might be a better choice but a whole lot more money and it won’t be fixed today. I would risk the roughly $20 already spent.

What did you use as a degreaser. That stuff seemed to work great.

How strong do you make your degreaser mix for tough dirt like this?

Great Video!

Hey Man, awsome video. Since I try to fix small engines often too, i can say that i really respect your knowledge. When i try to fix a chainsaw, it works maybe 5 minutes bevore it breaks, so i put it away for weeks cause im frustrated, and than try to fix it again. So my skills aren´t as good as yours... ...wich means i have to keep watching your videos to learn more... I have only one question: what degreaser did you use? Keep on going, greetings from Augsburg, Germany

The cleaning was very satisfying to watch, maybe a video of you doing a thorough cleaning job on a chainsaw would be worth filming.

What solution did you soak the diaphragm in? Good video btw

Good video, what is the name of the degreaser you use from harbor freight please

That was built in Sweden, the one my grandfather gave me was, it's worth it!

When you were cleaning it I was like nah he must have switched saws

what degreaser did you use?

I bought some bad aftermarket carb kits. Ended up throwing them away and decided from there on it was oem only. It is alot more money...but have not had any more problems with kits. I want to try the Walbro 'forever diaphragm kits' with the spiral spring and see what they are like. Have you tried them, and if so how did they work out for you? That Husky 345 saw is a peach. The Husky 346xp was a great runner if I remember correctly. That would make the 345 the homeowner model, so it has alot of potential.

Those cheap rebuild kits are always tempting. If it was something I'd be keeping I'd try the cheap stuff. When it's for someone else I prefer OEM parts or a reputable option. Now if it was a Poulan, cheap parts all day! Lol

The diaphragm is the same as on my 1999 Husqvarna 252RX the carb kit is walbro hda k22 if you are interested in buying the carb kit the pumping diaphragm could be bad too since it has been sitting for a while 😄

I keep the old one on the desk next to me while ordering carbs, just to make sure the visual is identical. People don't realize how many factors there are when ordering a carb, especially for a chainsaw. I would go for the return and swing the bat again on another aftermarket but... sometimes I can be a glutton for punishment. 🤣

What do you use to clean the chainsaws? It seems to do a very nice job.

Idk if an Oem carb is available. A lot of times I rebuild them, mostly because I work on a lot of vintage saws and like to save the original carb if I can. I got myself a non running 445 husky and I bought a new carb. 47 bucks befor tax

The saw looks like it's in great shape. As soon as I realized that the diaphragm was misaligned, I'd return the carb and get an OEM. The money is not as important as my sanity.

Try to get a kit for the OEM carb. If not available, try the aftermarket. Thanks for the video.

I would lie to know what your rejuvenating solution is. Many times I wish I had something to freshen up an older part like that.

We know this depends on the manufacturing of it some aftermarket are ok but you will find some that will not be the case then you find out from another place you normally get your parts from then it works like it should and seldom have to make any adjustments but if it's oem I can understand that situation as well .

Once cleaned it looks like brand new.

My suggestion is to put the diaphragm from the knock off carb and put it on the OEM carb to where it lines up with the rocker needle assembly and when screwing the plate down just screw new holes on the diaphragm.

interested in your rejuvenation liquid for the gaskets. I know its short lived but based on my rebuilding of carbs but could be useful. Sadly the cheap chinese carbs in my experience are hit and miss same with their spark plugs.

I got a $30 Stihl ms210c chainsaw it needs a flywheel and a bar and chain do you think that's a good deal? Also looks similar to your saw in the video not quite as bad.

I would like to know what you use to clean it

What do you use to rejuvenate diaphragms? Thank you.

So dirty it tried to sell me laced E in a back alley.

i,d give the carburetor aka carby a go and see if it works out in the next video in relation to this very Chainsaw etc.

There's a channel that does wood cutting extensively. They have a video of the guy doing a chain saw video. He only uses Husqvarna saws. He recommends Oregon bars on his saws.

is it safe to wash with watter

What's your soaking method what do you use to soak them gaskets on

Any time a get a aftermarket carburetor I always try to order from hipa. I've had amazing luck with them. They may not make carburetors for everything tho thats the let down

I would’ve soften up the diaphragm up enough to get the carb running put a nurse bottle on it. Got it going blow the soot out for 10-20 min than regrouped on the purchase plan. Probably a factory rebuild kit fuel lines and filter new plug and a Quick file job let her eat some wood. I have had good luck with ATP-205 reaseal softening up the diaphragm a small dish i.e a jar lid and some steel bb to hold the diaphragm down to keep it from curling and 24 hrs and your in BUISNESS. Give it a shot 1 bottle last quite a long time. Happy trails.

I've been in the same situation with the 440 Magnum. The OEM carb is $145+ and the original runs good enough to use but not top performance BUT IF I get a knockoff, will it be the right one and if I get an OEM, will I be getting the exact thing I already have that doesn't work right? For now I will leave well enough alone because it's good enough for who owns it, namely ME! It's not a Super 45 but one of them only comes by, set up like it was in a lifetime. So I'm with you and until I have a SURE way to improve, I'll just leave it be. BLESSINGS!

Looks like a low hour saw! I've been known to spend ridiculous amounts of time to keep original parts🤪 That said, personally I'd look again for a rebuild kit and try rebuilding the original😎

Love the vid

You have an old walbro carb there K22-HDA kit is all you need there cheap on amazon.

Use the after junk and live on the edge love ur videos 👍

the husky bar and chain are made by Oregon

I always order oem spec for anything I do. It saves time, money, headaches, etc... If I can't find oem I look for those that match exactly to the original and are guaranteed to be the right fit. Life's too short to be making shortcuts that just don't work. So might save a little on a knock off but it costs in down time when it doesn't work and you just have to get the right part anyway. There is also the fact that knock offs are often greatly inferior to OEM and are not going to work or last as long as OEM. There is a reason knock offs cost less. I have seen were knock offs have caused even greater damage than simply the part that got replaced. There is a lot to be said about getting what you pay for. I have seen it play out first hand many times in my 51 years. Just by the best you can and don't worry about the cost, it will pay out in the end.

Get an OEM

zama A015040 for the Carburetor Diaphragm Zama RB-122 for rebuild kit i might be wrong thou, double check it

Return the knock off Carburetor and get the O.E.M one

That's a common diaphragm available in a kit which is likely cheaper than the kit you bought.

I would return the carb and buy the OEM diaphragm if possible. If it's not available then I would get an OEM carburetor. It looks like a nice low hour saw.

The rubber factory fuel line is way better than the green stuff

I'd also get a new scrench tool

Nice saw. But it sounds like some bad things is coming your way? I don't think I've ever watched one of your vids where you had this much bad luck? The good thing is your awesome and I know you'll make it right

I would return it and rebuild the old carburetor. 👍🙏👍🙏

Usually a little fresh gas will soften up the diaphragm. You need to at least try the original carb to see how it works. I have seen saws sit for over 20 years and the diaphragm will soften back up. I would just try and run some fresh fuel through it. If it acts try the replacement carb. If still issue. Rebuild the original one.

What I’d do is stop being so hard on yourself. Geez mate, no one is perfect. You are doing waaaaaaay better than I could.

I only use oem

I'd rebuild the old one my friend

Hey bro what's up? I think that this saw was left and forgotten in that barn for a reason bro.

I found Stihl 044 that was dirtyer

I rather rebuild carbs as much as possible if they are of decent quality and OEM. Now if it's a piece of sht then it deserves a piece of sht if it gets it running lmao

Yeah I hear ya.. copy carb is not always the way to go.. sometimes you have to swallow the mistake to move forward.. you can't always win them all..

what is the next video

I use Oregon chains on my chainsaws an they cut good. 3 of the saws i have originally came with the Oregon chain like my echo CS-4910 and my Ryobi saw that unfortunately might not be around much longer

Why buy a carb , just clean it & put a oem kit in it ($10-15)

want buy cheap parts... buy cheap saw and learn alot... want buy cheaper parts... buy new saw and only gas,baroil and chain

Cheap all the way!!