Converting a Stihl MS180C to a MS180

[Denngeor]

I hate the quick chain adjuster on my Stihl MS180C. Does anyone have the part numbers to convert it to a MS180 (conventional chain adjuster)?

[lxskllr]

Welcome! See if this helps(pdf)...

https://maquicasaperu.com/pdf/stihl/ms180.pdf

[Denngeor]

Thanks! That is helpful. Now, if I could just get someone to indicate which parts I need to make the conversion.

[lxskllr]

Looks like it might be as easy as a new sprocket cover and tensioning set, I'd have an easier time with it if I could see the saw in front of me.

[Denngeor]

I'm willing to bet someone on this forum has done this conversion.

[hamish]

In the parts diagram you will need 25,26,27,28,29.

[Denngeor]

In the parts diagram you will need 25,26,27,28,29.

Hamish, have you actually done the conversion?

[hamish]

Yes, the clamshell is the same on both models, you just need the tensioner assembly and clutch cover/bar nut.

[Tom King]

Find someone with a 170 that wants to upgrade.   I actually like the built in tensioner on a 180.  When running a new chain, that stretches out to start with, the tension can be increased without turning the saw off, or even putting it down.

[Tom King]

I used the little 180, all this afternoon, in a lift bucket.  I like a tight chain, so the built in adjuster was good to tighten it while up in the air, without having to put it down.  To suit me, I think I tightened it a couple of times in a long afternoon.

It's just on its second chain, and I swear it seems like it's getting stronger.  At 230 bucks, I just use them until they get tired, and get another one.