Would it be worth buying a Husky 555??

[stihlaficionado]

I used to think that way, but have since got rid of the 70cc saws and have 3-4 60s' now...

How many are stock?

 

[sunfish]

I have two 60s that I regularly use (a nice 359 and a 262xp). They don't replace a 70, nor do I think they are a noteworthy upgrade For Most People from a good 50.

Just my opinion, not trying to ruffle feathers.

You know what works for you, as I do for me. Different uses & needs.

No feathers here to ruffle.

 

[sunfish]

How many are stock?

Just one, a 562xp. A factory hot rod it is... That said, the ported 357 sees much more use.

 

[stihlaficionado]

Just one, a 562xp. A factory hot rod it is... That said, the ported 357 sees much more use.

My stock 357 is nearly always on the truck

 

[sunfish]

My stock 357 is nearly always on the truck

357 has become a favorite here. They are nice stock, but are an animal when ported!

 

[sunfish]

If I had to pick one saw larger than a 346 to keep, it'd be a ported 357xp.

 

[stihlaficionado]

357 has become a favorite here. They are nice stock, but are an animal when ported!

The ported 361 is for that

 

[blsnelling]

I have a 555 with a 562xp top end and transfer covers ill try and get video tomorrow.

The topend is the same with the exception of the transfer covers. The crank stuffers are the biggest difference.

 

[stihlaficionado]

The topend is the same with the exception of the transfer covers. The crank stuffers are the biggest difference.

And they add more mass?

 

[blsnelling]

And they add more mass?

They reduce crankcase volume, thereby increasing transfer velocity.

 

[stihlaficionado]

Velocity is good

 

[sunfish]

The ported 361 is for that

Good saw, but This 357 has eat a few ported 361s'.

 

[stihlaficionado]

Good saw, but This 357 has eat a few ported 361s'.

Ya. I had that conversation with a few folks. But they swear the 361 walks on water.

 

[sunfish]

Ya. I had that conversation with a few folks. But they swear the 361 walks on water.

Kind of like a 346 eh?

I'd take a 361 if a good one showed up around here.

 

[stihlaficionado]

I have them both. The 361 is ported. It's light & nimble & fast of course. But sometimes I just want to use a stock saw.


Plus I want to keep the 361 "minty" in case I want to sell it in the next 30 years

 

[NYH1]

My saws are all stock and my new one will be too. Weight is a big deal for me.....really bad back!

Thanks, NYH1.

 

[BGE541]

The topend is the same with the exception of the transfer covers. The crank stuffers are the biggest difference.

Yes no crank stuffers but 562 transfers and new 562xp flash.

 

[sunfish]

My saws are all stock and my new one will be too. Weight is a big deal for me.....really bad back!

Thanks, NYH1.

Then, the 555 is the one! Most of these guys do not consider physical condition of the one who is to use the saw.

 

[BGE541]

Then, the 555 is the one! Most of these guys do not consider physical condition of the one who is to use the saw.

This. But I would also add, go handle the saw and make sure you like it because you may get your hands on it and think its bigger/smaller/etc. then you would like. We can always tell you what WE think is best but what's best for me may not be best for others.

 

[Marshy]

Then, the 555 is the one! Most of these guys do not consider physical condition of the one who is to use the saw.

That is why I mentioned the 562. More power in the same size package and only slightly heavier (something like 1/4 lb per husky specs), ability to run large mount and power for 24" if necessary. Both worth looking at IMO. Can't go wrong with either though!