Cstratton
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I have ran it hard the last tank or two. It is starting to free up some. You saw builders out there. What does the factory run for piston to cyl clearance and ring end gap. It must be pretty tight?
372 xpw
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procarbine2k1
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I snagged one while I could. I absolutely love the XPW, if I were only able to keep one saw- that would probably be the one. I dont have much time on mine, but it gets better and better as I use it.
If I had to replace it, and couldnt find another, I would grab an XT as I know they are fine saws as well.
If I had to replace it, and couldnt find another, I would grab an XT as I know they are fine saws as well.
GASoline71
Mr. Nice Guy
I have never "broke in" a saw. Beat the snot out of them from the day I buy them.
never, ever, had a failure related to not properly "breakin' them in".
Gary
never, ever, had a failure related to not properly "breakin' them in".
Gary
Cstratton
ArboristSite Operative
The "break in" is definately overrated! But I have built enough engines (just no saws) to know that it is best to properly run the rings into a fresh hone job. It may not be a rule nor is it going to ruin the engine. But ring life WILL be longer if ran in for a tank or so.
Cstratton
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Hmmm? Bailey's still shows them?
procarbine2k1
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If they have the non strato XPW, it is old stock. They are out of production. Since you have to buy those in store from Bailey's, buying one out of New York was my best bet (at a log show last year)
Cstratton
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If they have the non strato XPW, it is old stock. They are out of production. Since you have to buy those in store from Bailey's, buying one out of New York was my best bet (at a log show last year)
It says 75cc. It also directs you somewhere else. Oh well!
dingeryote
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Most are still quieter than an old Stock Mac 10-10 LOL!!
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Dingeryote
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CentaurG2
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Great saw once you ditch the wrap handle. I have a stock 372xpw, a Univent (ported saw by Unifire) and I might have one just kicking around in a box somewhere (just in case). Very fast, very powerful and very easy to like. Keep the chain sharp and the saw will do the rest.
GASoline71
Mr. Nice Guy
I've built engines from saws to dirt bikes to Big Block Chevy's. The only engines I have ever seated the rings in are 4 stroke car and truck engines... And those I break in how I drive them... hard and fast. If you want a dog... then break it in slow...
Not saying you're wrong. You can do it how you see fit...
I'll keep being stubborn and do it my way. Once I have a failure, maybe I'll change. But I've been building engines for over 25 years. So I think I'm doin' OK... Gary
Cstratton
ArboristSite Operative
Ive built several v8 engines. I have always followed the cam manufacturers recommendations on breaking in the cams and cam bearings. By the time those are ran in I always figured the rings were to! I knew I was opening pandoras box here! As far as drag engines go. I don't see very many high mileage drag motors? I am talking about an engine that will last with normal use.
Cstratton
ArboristSite Operative
How about that XPW!!!
RPM
ArboristSite Operative
Ohhhhh....shiny!
GASoline71
Mr. Nice Guy
Can o' worms! Can o' worms!
Just funnin'...
Cams didn't need to be broke in that way until all the ZDDP went out of the oil about 6 years ago. Ask me how i know. 2 cam failures in as many years... come to find out the flat tappets were failing due to the lack of zinc and phosferous (sp) in the oil. Good times...
Now we have to do the 2,000 rpm break in thing for 20 to 30 minutes on any flat tappet cam. Totally sucks... but necessary.
I have a sreet/strip motor in my pro street truck that sees a lot of street time... so... they can be built to last my friend.
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Talk about a hijack!
Gary
Cstratton
ArboristSite Operative
Can o' worms! Can o' worms!
Just funnin'...
Cams didn't need to be broke in that way until all the ZDDP went out of the oil about 6 years ago. Ask me how i know. 2 cam failures in as many years... come to find out the flat tappets were failing due to the lack of zinc and phosferous (sp) in the oil. Good times...
Now we have to do the 2,000 rpm break in thing for 20 to 30 minutes on any flat tappet cam. Totally sucks... but necessary.
I have a sreet/strip motor in my pro street truck that sees a lot of street time... so... they can be built to last my friend.
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Talk about a hijack!
Gary
Thats one Hell of a chain saw!!!! LOL I love the sound of a good "snotty" cam!! Hijack away! I can't wait till my kids free up some of my money to build another car. Its all fun here. Everyone has different thoughts on different aspects of an engine.
nanuk
ArboristSite Guru
372xpw
I had a chance to buy a 372 last year rebuilt by a dealer/shop.
they went through everything.....
I don't need it, just a bad case of CAD at the time...
Now I don't know what to do with it....
I had a chance to buy a 372 last year rebuilt by a dealer/shop.
they went through everything.....
I don't need it, just a bad case of CAD at the time...
Now I don't know what to do with it....
Cstratton
ArboristSite Operative
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