555xp sprocket

[Eric Modell]

what size sprocket do i need to run my 3/8 .050 18 bar on a new 555 xp saw. I am going to buy a new saw tomorrow without bar and chain to save a few bucks and run out my current stash of 3/8 chains,

Thanks for the help.

 

[sunfish]

3/8, 7 pin, standard spline.

 

[XSKIER]

Is the Husqy 555 really an Ex Pee?

 

[hamish]

Is the Husqy 555 really an Ex Pee?

Pretty darn close, sure blows the doors off the old 357.

 

[Eric Modell]

Thanks Don

 

[w8ye]

The 555 is a non XP version of the 560XP which is not imported into the USA. The 562XP only varies from the 560XP by having a larger bar mount.
By not being a "XP" the 555 does not have the full circle crank adaptors and the the coil is limited at a lower rpm. But you will find the general functionality very close to a 562XP.

The Husqvarna Triple Nickle will make a great general purpose firewood saw

 

[sunfish]

I've been thinking of selling my 357xp and gettin a 555...

 

[TreeTangler]

I've been thinking of selling my 357xp and gettin a 555...

Unless your 357 has been ported, I don't think you'd be disappointed. I ran a 555 against a 562xp and it was truly close until we got into bigger wood, then the 562 really showed it's true colors.

 

[sunfish]

Unless your 357 has been ported, I don't think you'd be disappointed. I ran a 555 against a 562xp and it was truly close until we got into bigger wood, then the 562 really showed it's true colors.

I ported the 357 a couple years ago and I really like the saw. But a pro builder could get more out of it!

I've had a 562 for 2 years and it is very impressive!

 

[SawTroll]

what size sprocket do i need to run my 3/8 .050 18 bar on a new 555 xp saw. I am going to buy a new saw tomorrow without bar and chain to save a few bucks and run out my current stash of 3/8 chains,

Thanks for the help.

Is the Husqy 555 really an Ex Pee?

No, it isn't.

The clutch spline size may vary with the market though, I believe they come with a small spline and a .325 setup on this side of the pond.

 

[TreeTangler]

I ported the 357 a couple years ago and I really like the saw. But a pro builder could get more out of it!

I've had a 562 for 2 years and it is very impressive!

In this case, I don't know if a 555 would really be a good fit. For me it wouldn't, but your mileage may vary. If you just looking to replace a 357 that is backup to your 562, now that may make some sense.

 

[sunfish]

In this case, I don't know if a 555 would really be a good fit. For me it wouldn't, but your mileage may vary. If you just looking to replace a 357 that is backup to your 562, now that may make some sense.

I use a 346xp more than any other saw, so fit doesn't really matter. Just have an itch to get another saw and can't really use all the saws I have now. LOL...

 

[TreeTangler]

I use a 346xp more than any other saw, so fit doesn't really matter. Just have an itch to get another saw and can't really use all the saws I have now. LOL...

Well I can understand that. Might just as well take one of each on the shelf!

 

[sunfish]

No, it isn't.

The clutch spline size may vary with the market though, I believe they come with a small spline and a .325 setup on this side of the pond.

The 562xp, 357 & 359 all use the standard spline, so I feel it's a good bet the 555 uses standard spline also?

 

[TreeTangler]

The 562xp, 357 & 359 all use the standard spline, so I feel it's a good bet the 555 uses standard spline also?

The one at my dealer does.

 

[SawTroll]

The 562xp, 357 & 359 all use the standard spline, so I feel it's a good bet the 555 uses standard spline also?

Could well be it does in the US, and it is just about changing the drum anyway, so no big deal!

I have both drums for my 560xpg, but the small spline one was the original (here). The 357xp, 359, 262xp etc also came with a small spline drum here....

 

[sunfish]

The saw will come with a rim and it likely will be 3/8 here, but I'm sure the dealer will put what ever rim ya want on it when buying the saw...

 

[SawTroll]

The saw will come with a rim and it likely will be 3/8 here, but I'm sure the dealer will put what ever rim ya want on it when buying the saw...

3/8"x7 rims are made for both the small and the standard 7-sline drums, but that is the only option they share.

The 3/8" version shown in the 560/562/555/556 IPLs is the standard spline setup, and the .325 version obviously is small spline, so both options is there.

 

[sunfish]

3/8"x7 rims are made for both the small and the standard 7-sline drums, but that is the only option they share.

Yes.

I would just tell the dealer I want a 7 pin 3/8 rim when I pick up the saw. Dealer should have all options in stock.