I picked up a like new 350 EPA version with a scored P&C. It appears the newbie owner didn't understand the necessity of oil in his mix or just grabbed the wrong jug. Irregardless, since I had nothing in the saw, I took a gamble. I was able to easily save the cylinder and put in an aftermarket Golf 353 piston. Runs like a champ, at least for now, it is a Husky you know.
All kidding aside, Troll has a point in regards to the longevity of the bottom end due to the higher compression piston instead of the dished EPA version. Since I only have about $35.00 in the saw, I've been trying to see how it holds up to some abuse. I've run about 8 tanks through in in the past 5 weeks, burying the 16" bar in Oak most of the time. This is all I could handle of a small CC saw in this manner without picking up something a little bigger. I keep the chain sharp as not to be to abusive to the little bugger. It's holding together fine and running especially well thus far for, what it is. Time will tell. I've then switched to the 090 that I put a new piston and rings in to break it in. Actually, more like break me up!:censored: Bucking big oak for several hours at a time sure makes me realize how old I'm getting real quick. Just go home and lick my wounds when I get done. The worse part, is I have to buy all new shirts, all the old one's sleeves are too short.