Currently I live in Austin, United States. */ If the spark arrestor is clogged, the engine may stall. You can modify the gas saw for more horsepower for demanding tasks. My assumption is this is to guard against modification. Engines take fuel to make power. I now experience the Horsepower is increased a bit and the saw run leaner than it did earlier. It will most likely run a little leaner, which will make the saw rev higher at wide open throttle. Tia. Please. Some screen is very restrictive. 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. The more air it takes, the more fuel it can burn. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Overall, I can say removing the spark arrestor screen depends on user pref. Answer (1 of 2): Original Question: "How do you remove a spark arrestor from a Stihl chainsaw?" You unscrew Nuts 4 (There are two of them. This same procedure will apply to many Stihl Grass Trimmers. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Tip: A Stihl spark screen has an open area equal to 25% of screen area. All parts that fit a BG 85 Blower . Your email address will not be published. My beloved Stihl BG85C about 12 years old is not starting. Step 1: Search For Spark Arrestor. Thats one of the main reasons professional chainsaw operators prefer gas chainsaws to electric and battery-operated chainsaws. I use opti-2, sometimes amsoil sabre, both 100:1, and as soon as I buy a new handheld trimmer, blower, edger, etc. By: Author Olin Wade (Remodel or Move Stuff). 01 - Stihl Chainsaw Spark Arrestor. Only registered users can write reviews. The exhaust path is the gateway to reach the chainsaws inside part. Use regular gasoline. The outlet hole on a stock muffler is recessed and the screen covers a larger area above the opening. //-->,