Stihl FS130 brushcutter and non-original spare parts?

[Sergei Slovenija]

The Stihl FS 130 brushcutter broke, 9 years of regular use. The repair shop diagnosed: ignition coil, piston rings (minimum compression in the cylinder), carburetor assembly. Total, 300 euros with work. I can't personally look at this brushcutter, the problem is several thousand km away from me. Many non-original spare parts from China are offered. God knows what quality they are. With China, the repair will cost less than 100 euros. And this is a dilemma, my father-in-law constantly needs a brushcutter, he is a pensioner and counts money. Does anyone know anything about Chinese spare parts? Does it make sense to use them.

 

[Migmac]

The Chinese ignition coils are reputed to be rubbish and best avoided. I’ve used pistons and cylinders and they are ok for the money. I’d rebuild the carb, a kit isn’t very much

 

[JOEPRO]

The Chinese ignition coils are reputed to be rubbish and best avoided. I’ve used pistons and cylinders and they are ok for the money. I’d rebuild the carb, a kit isn’t very much

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