570 Crank splitter tool

[Armosh]

Does anyone know if I can use the "C" type crank splitter or do I have to use the #502 52 49-01 husqvarna tool listed in the shop manual? I see the C type tool all over but having a lot of trouble finding the other type in stock anywhere. Thanks for the help.

 

[TLG]

You have to order it from Husqvarna.

 

[Armosh]

You have to order it from Husqvarna.

So I do need the tool listed in the shop manual then? What's different with the 570 and 576's that you can't use the C type splitter? Thanks again.

 

[TLG]

All the 575 and 76's have crank stuffers. I assume the 570's do too. Haven't had the smaller bore saw down that far yet. I got the case splitter and it was a good decision. Although to my knowledge it only works on this style chassis's.

 

[Armosh]

All the 575 and 76's have crank stuffers. I assume the 570's do too. Haven't had the smaller bore saw down that far yet. I got the case splitter and it was a good decision. Although to my knowledge it only works on this style chassis's.

Good deal. I'll order the tool then. Out of curiousity; what exactly does a crank stuffer do? Thanks for the help.

 

[TLG]

They are a two piece insert that snaps together surrounding the crankshaft counterweight webbing. In other words it fills the open void in crankcase. Hence the term stuffer. That's why a typical splitter won't work.