Fix 'er up! I bought my 034 Super already well-used. That was 20 years ago, and it's still going strong. A great machine!!

I used to work on Stihl saws for a living and still have an 034 since it was new back in 1989. Well worth fixing . The factory set up was 325 pitch chain. New sprocket and bearing isn't that expensive at all.

I bought the same saw 34 years ago and it still runs strong,but it was only used to clear my house lot and occasionally for firewood. I believe I paid a little less than $300 for it then. So it would be up to you on how much you would spend to repair it. Good Luck with your saw! They Made Good Saws Back Then!!

I have that same saw. I’ve had it close to 35 years and it’s still going strong! I’d fix it up and use it, but don’t use that old bar as you can see it’s turned blue from overheating. It’s probably been run without oil. Also check that the oil injection to the chain is working properly.

I love my 034. It is getting on a bit but it is still the saw I use the most. Their power to weight ratio is very good. Fix it. You won’t be disappointed.

Just bought one at a garage sale for $15.00 Canadian. I told my wife my budget was $10.00 but $15.00 was still a steal of a deal. Pulled it twice. Didn’t start but great compression. Will start diagnosing to see what it needs. Cool to see from comments it was built in West Germany.

I have had one of these for 25 years. Definitely worth fixing it!

I have spent 170 Euros 2 years ago for renowing the Stihl 034 that i foud in my Grandfather's garage I have a newer type of the carb, (with a plastic distancer) that is running worse than the old types of the carburetors. I also had redesigned the exhaust chamber, because the original was tooo much restricting . Btw, i saw, that you have the same exhauist. It took me 2 whole years, to study the Proper shape of the exhaust . Even the "experts" at our service couldn't give me proepr acvices, but just the starting points into which way the design of the exhaust should be developing. But, it was enough for me to continue. I had about 5 major Changes to the steel exhaust chamber , and also about 10 smaller changes , that took at the "fine tuning" of the exhaust system. I also had to buy another exhaust chamber, because i destroyed the first one, because, at the Beginning of the redesigning, i didn't know how the Good exhaust should Be from the beginning ! I gained some power, as i measured it with my father , when we closed the other exhaust pipe . Yes, i made 2 exhaust pipes. But most importantly : It now runs Very well, almost perfect, BUT Also : it is Not so noisy, except trough the carburetor-reversed noise, at which i also redesigned the intake/filter cap , so, that it gets more air trough the less restricted holes trough it. I am Very satisfyed with this chainsaw :-) :-) Thank you for the video , so, that i saw what type of the carb this model has, and which type of the exhaust chamber it has, because there were more than 3(-4) types of the steel exhaust chamber ... :-) I would fix also this your chainsaw, if i would have it except if the mainshaft is not tooo much damged where that bearing for the clutch is running ... or if a new main shaft is not so expensive ( plus if the outer shel of the clutch is not too high priced ) Peace with you from the Eu :-)

I’ve had my 034 Super for 20 years. She cut 20+ full cords of firewood each year! It’s a beast of a saw for the size! Fix it and us it! She’s my baby!!!

That’s a pro saw keep it and fix it take care of it and it will last you forever

Fix it. I would...even if it ends up on a shelf! Nice videos, thanks!

Last year you did a fix for a oil leak on a lawnmower of the push variety anyway it turned out to be a that the sump gasket was missing I'm having the same problem and it's a easy fix but thanks so much for that video you are one of my favorite KZfaqrs.

I would definitely rebuild that baby with factory parts (when possible). I have owned the same 034 for 30+ years. I decided to not restart for me after one tank of fuel yesterday. I will get her running today and continue the storm cleanup. You can never go wrong with a saw built in a county that no longer exist (West Germany). Thanks for the great video. Tim

I'd definitely fix her. I've still got my modded West Germany made 034 super that I used professionally for a long time. My 362 c-m has taken the mid size place in my professional arsenal, but I still use the 034 for firewood- it's a very solid saw and you'll get many good years out if it.

That saw has been badly abused by the previous owner. Parts machine. I would not put very much money into it and it is pretty old. Thanks, that was a very good video.

I miss the old times where everything was made of metal. Sure it made these things heavier but that helped it saw through things better.

Definitely worth repair. 034 super is comparable to 036. Pro level saw. I'd rebuild and ultrasonic clean the carb. 3/8-7 pin rim, new drum, bearing, washer and clip. 20" Oregon bar and chain combo.

That is a well made saw. You will definitely be impressed when/if you get it back in working order. If not I would like to buy it- lol!

Just picked up an old 034 sitting besides thrown lawnmovers etc on the dump. Had comp and all, currently in the process of cleaning it before i go on to troubleshoot. Man i love old chainsaws !

Your videos are clear and very explanatory.... great work.. Save it for parts when your old.. lol... Just buy a new one....

Do you have the part number for the carburetor on this saw. The one I have matches yours but what comes up when I do a parts search looks completely different.

My favorite old saw. Love them

I just can’t stop watching these videos I know how a do a lot of this stuff but it’s fun to watch. The videos are short but very informative. Keep it up!!!!

Hi there, I have been using the same model for the last 40 Years, great saw!

I would fix it. Your videos are great, thank you! I would also like to suggest getting an Oregon inline spark tester, I had one like yours and often I could not see the light on it even when I had good spark, the Oregon one is much brighter.

Great video , I've been watching you for a while now and i love these videos. Also i would keep the saw and try to fix because it is a good saw.

I think you should get rid of the saw. Please send it FedEx to me in North Dakota!

My dad has all Stihl products 3 chainsaws and couple weed eaters. They run good for years. Even if you don't fix it chainsaw motor makes a good go-kart engine. Very powerful lil things. Great video always wanted to see one taken apart.

It shows the carb adjustments on the side of the cover. Turn both screws in till they snug up and back them out one full turn. Good video

I have 029 super had some problem,fixed it awesome saw also 028 wood boss got it going if I was you get it running thanks for sharing

What camera do you use to film your videos?

Should start on the second pull, good work 👍👍👍👍👍

Fix it I have the same saw and it works great! I keep it clean always and it runs good enough to get any job done. Thansks

Fix it! I have one from the late 80s. Runs great still. Only problem I’ve ever had is a broken contact spring for the ignition switch. So I could use a video on that

Between 250 and 300 dollars it's worth when it's working correctly your definitely in a good spot still putting money into it

I have had my 034av for 30 years I have changed the spark plug one time great great saw !!!

As a rule ,Stihl saws don’t wear out. The 034S was a great mid sized saw, it is on the heavy side however.

Quality old saw, would fetch really good money here in England. Of course fix it, use the bar and chain and get the right sprocket. Just hope crankshaft has not been trashed and new bearing and drum fit well.

Fix it! My 034 Super is probably the best saw that I've ever owned, having bought it used several years ago for a good price. It has lots of power and it fired right up on Saturday after not being used for the last year or two. Used it again today to fell a few trees while cleaning up a neighbor's property.

Wet sand the bar and repaint it. I did that to my 024 and 026. I use Rustoleum Flat White over a coat of grey primer. After it dries good,paint the bar with Satin Clear. This keeps fingerprints and bar oil from staining the bar. You can add a Stihl decal on the bar if you want. I also ground the chain on my chain grinder to bring it back to like new specs. I then hand file my chains.

That's a good one 👌👍 love it ❤️❤️ Sthil is#1

You have so much in it by now, might as well get a bar and chain. My vote.

Definitely worth fixing. Your videos are really informative!! Keep up the great work !! 👍

great tutorial i have this saw

Just bought the new husqvarna 545 mark II today. I highly recommend this saw.

I have many saws, one is the ms170. The saw is 11 years old always used 1:50 fuel mix and never had any Problems..

On two cycle engines it is best to dump a capful of two cycle down its throat. This gives some lubrication to the bearings and seals. You can put a little under the spark plug but don’t forget to put some down it’s throat, first. Try cranking it from the half choke position when you do this.. I pour a capful of two cycle down their throat when trying to crank a saw after rebuilding a carb and crank from half choke.

Do you have an update? Did you fix it up? If so, was it worth it?

Hi, i have exactly the same chainsaw and i am looking for a carb replacment but can't find the same thing on the net. Do you have a good replacment carb to suggest ?

Can I but the chain saw because I have the exact chain saw and I need some parts for mine so it would help me a lot if I could

Did you fix it? I've got one of these. Came out of a skip (dumpster) with no zorst, chain or guidebar. I asked for it, they said take it away, it's seized. Wasn't. Zortst face of the piston was perfect. Flushed it with 25:1 and it fired on third pull.. It was my backup/big fells saw for 5 years (I'm self employed). Still starts easy even if left for months, just put new fuel in it.

On two cycle engines it is best to dump two cycle gas down their throats, so as to lubricate the bottom end, seals, bearings, etc. the rocker are you mentioned is called a lifter and the other parts - lifter spring, pin and needle valve. I usually replace all of the parts if I open up a carb. They are not expensive but a Walbro K10 rebuild kit comes with every part you will need but a new lifter spring. Sounds like to me the high throttle screw is misadjusted. Adjust it, first. Then the L jet and the LA screw.

Fix it great little saw

How much did you pay for it

I would fix it. I recently picked up an stihl 032 at garage sale. All i had to do to get it running again was put new fuel line in and it has been a great running since

My question to you is, i wonder why there is no primer bulbs fitter to high end chainsaws ?, oh and i would find the parts to fix it, nice saw .

Great video

Just a friendly piece of advice. All stihl saws that end in AV. I was told by my local Stihl dealer that in the mid 1990s all service parts have been discontinued for any saws ending with av. Which really sucks I have two of them. But stihl is no different than any other company they do that shit on purpose it forces you to buy their new stuff. Make sure you talk to your local dealer they were able to retrofit some new parts to keep my saws running. But that's not always the case.

As blue as the end of that crankshaft is I would say the crank is history as well as crank seal damage from the heat. Aftermarket parts are available for these Saw's but it's labor intensive to replace a crankshaft. Might make for a good video if you want to replace it though.

Fix it up...thats a good saw...I have the same saw nd had for years now. Carb needs rebuilt nd thanks for the video...👍

This happened to the sprocket on the family ms311 due to the chain being overtightened. We have used it occasionally for years after that. your saw should be ok!

Thank you for the video!! Since it a Stihl I personally would fix it. I’m prejudiced because I love Stihl chainsaws.

I have the same saw, with maybe 100 more tanks thru it than yours. 3/8 rim clutch with an 8 tooth rim, new 3/8 50 25 inch bar, skip tooth chain. and the clutch bearing. Find leaks in all the rubber parts and tighten or replace them. service the recoil and You might have a good cutter with a $300 value. Keep in mind, usefulness, beauty and value are all relative. Is it 101 or lol

I would fix it or use it for parts for fix on other one.

I have to say H.G you are amazingly talented when coming to these 2 stroke motors but what's the plan with this awesome stihl chainsaw??

Those Stihl saws are pretty durable, I mean, i don't know how old yours is but it is indeed an older one and is still going, I personally would fix er up and user till she dies completely

Cool, I waited for a video from a Stihl saw xD

Sell it to me! We have 5 saws this one is by far, out runs, out cuts anyone of the others. It is the oldest one we have by at least 20 years and definitely the best. It has a odd size of chain, 20 inch bar, throw chips 30 feet behind you all day. We have a 391 a year old but the 034 is still the go to saw. We have a 251 we loan out (which is a major mistake).

That thing is a beast my 034 is 70 years old and it,s running better then my ms 500i

What price did u pick it up for

Why does it shake like that when you start the motor

Definitely worth fixing! You will enjoy it! Or you could resell it and get a pretty good penny. :)

It's amazing what people can mess up.

For that name brand id fix it being that it's worth it still even after buying new parts

Good vid

Everytime I clean a carb the way you did it never starts I like to use wd40 with a straw and spray each whole on the carb

BUY THE PARTS! The sum total of the parts surely cannot be near what the price of this saw would be if new. The 034 is a magnificent saw! Well worth fixing at this point.

Carb kit, needle bearing and new style clutch drum. All super cheap. This era saw is so simple to work on. Just did mine with a knock off coil and carb kit.

I would do 2 things befor I made a decision to "fix" the saw. First I would make sure the shaft from the engine to the sprocket is not damaged and with in tolerances. With the needle bearings going out the shaft may be damaged and that would be a compleat teardown. Second would be a compression test to see what the # are. If they are on the low side again you are looking at a compleat tear down. That being said it still may be worth the compleat overhaul because those were good saws and they donot make them like they use to and getting a new comparable saw might be a lot more expensive than the repairs and you would have practically a new saw. I have an 045 purchased used 45+ yrs ago that is still going strong. All original and used a lot for firewood. I have an 038 and I think a 251?pro module that replaced an 011 I just worked to death. Good luck with your saw.

I've had my 034 Super for 31 years. I've changed the bar and spark plug once. I'd replace the clutch/bearing/bar and maybe put on a new carb.

Isn’t the sprocket missing?

This a chainsaw I would invest in for one it a vintage saw it Will be worth it in the long run if you don’t find Anymore It would be your choice if you go OEM or parts from Amazon or eBay it’s a keeper

I might have missed it but I did not see a gasket go under the metering diaphragm

I would replace the clutch cover with one for a sprocket drive to match the chain, and keep the saw. Total parts should be about 20 bucks. Make sure the chain matches the bar (drive thickness, 50 gauge, or 63 gauge).

fix it for sure. check the oiler for flow too. it will serve you well worth about 300. i got a 024 av super nice saw

I think it would be worth fixing for sure

Seemed like it was idling high. Bad cranks seals can cause that. Might not be the problem but it happens. My old still 034 is still going strong after 28 years. I do about 7 cords a year with it. I’d buy a new one exactly like it in a heartbeat if they still built them like this.

nice saw

Well, what did you decide to do with it?

I think the problem can be the shaft seals or some air leak can you show on the video something about shaft seals or air leaks.

Fix it..the previous owner didn't know what he was doing..still a good saw..just hope the crankshaft isn't damaged..

The metering diaphragm goes on TOP of the gasket, not under it.

I would put a bar and clutch on it that matches the sprocket and replace the sprocket bearing. Since I Have most of these parts laying around the shop it is an easy fix for me.

034 is a good saw. Ive swapped all my 40 cc (some of the smaller ones too) and above to 3/8, except for 880 and its 404. Have both husky and stihl, no real preference. I'd rather run the same kind of chain, that way you don't pick the wrong one by mistake. I do however try to keep husky chains and Stihl chains separate as well as the ripping chains. The Husky 61 and the Stihl 034 super are both good saws imo.

Good video

good video. should have poured fuel into the spark again to save extending pulling time to get fuel through after carb service

I would do whatever I can to fix it up !

I’d replace the parts it’s a good saw and if anything else it’s a good backup saw to have

Great vid... dicey on weather to fix it or not. Would be once to see it fixed. ATB

I would keep it stashed away and look out for one that has seized or parts going cheap. Cheers. 🦘🇦🇺