Finally found a project. 371xp

[gafirefighter]

Today I bid on and won a 371xp on everyones favorite auction site. I am not sure if I got a deal or not, but it is one that I have wanted for a long time and now it is mine.

So, in the next couple of days it should be on the way. I am already excited. According to the seller it is running. He stated that in boggs when he throttles it and dies out coming down from high rpm's. Also, he says you sometimes have to choke it to get it restarted.

The plug wire is missing the boot and is wrapped around the plug, so that will need to be addressed. Other than that the stop switch is not working, and there are a few cracks. In the pictures it appears to be in pretty nice shape. I am not really worried about the minor cosmetics because this will not be going to show anytime soon.

So I started thinking about how I want to attack this. I do not know what the p/c look like and it may not matter. After I tear into this thing I may go with one of the after market BB kits from Baileys. I am planning on a carb rebuild, and will more than likely replace the crank bearings. I want this thing in top notch shape, and too give me many years of service.

So what do you all think? Is there anything special that I should plan on doing? This is my first build and I want to make sure I get it right. Once it comes in I will certainly get some pictures up.

Once I get my new 372 in the next week or so, I will have a great combo. I can not wait.

Be safe,

Adam

 

[blsnelling]

Don't do the crank bearings unless it needs them. It wouldn't be a bad idea to replace the seals as a good starting point. Get the thing cleaned up, check the P&C and go from there.

 

[gafirefighter]

Yeah, it depends on the shape of the p/c. It it is still in great shape I may just replace the rings and cut some wood.

Adam

 

[Ghillie]

Guess you're card was faster than my checkbook!!!

I think it was a decent buy. Don't think you'll get hurt on it. I might know someone who needs some parts....

Or is it; I know someone who has some parts?

Fred

 

[gafirefighter]

Guess you're card was faster than my checkbook!!!

I think it was a decent buy. Don't think you'll get hurt on it. I might know someone who needs some parts....

Or is it; I know someone who has some parts?

Fred

I will let you know what I need and you can just pull it off of yours. You are not using it anyway, right? . I hope I did not steal it out from under you. Of so, I will make it up to you bud.

Adam

 

[Ghillie]

Actually I'm glad you got to it before I did... Need to finish fixin' some more before I add to the list!

 

[gafirefighter]

Well I am glad that I could help you out.

Adam

 

[AUSSIE1]

Adam, I fitted one of the Baileys big bore kits, modded the muffler to my 371XP and it is neck to neck with my run in, new, muffler modded 385XP.

With the 371XP, stock, apart from being a great saw, I felt it lacked in the lowdown department in our hardwood.
Not now.

Fantastic project saw.

Wanted a bigger saw, hence the 385XP.
Bugger!

Al.

 

[gafirefighter]

Adam, I fitted one of the Baileys big bore kits, modded the muffler to my 371XP and it is neck to neck with my run in, new, muffler modded 385XP.

With the 371XP, stock, apart from being a great saw, I felt it lacked in the lowdown department in our hardwood.
Not now.

Fantastic project saw.

Wanted a bigger saw, hence the 385XP.
Bugger!

Al.

That is the way that I am thinking about going. Not sure yet. Once I get it in and opened up I will decided.

I have heard that BB kit sure makes a runner out of it though.

Adam

 

[kurtty]

the 371xp is a damn fine saw. you wont be able to tell the difference between the 371xp and the 372xp. they feel pretty identical in the cut. the plastic on them sticks out a bit more over the muffler which is nice because it sheilds your hand from the heat.
they only have one piston ring where as most 372xp's have two but it doesn't seem to change the dynamics of the saw much at all.
if the P/C are shot, definatly go for the bailieys BB kit. they have increadable performance for the price and i would take one over an OEM P/C anyday.
good luck on the repairs you need to make.

 

[gafirefighter]

the 371xp is a damn fine saw. you wont be able to tell the difference between the 371xp and the 372xp. they feel pretty identical in the cut. the plastic on them sticks out a bit more over the muffler which is nice because it sheilds your hand from the heat.
they only have one piston ring where as most 372xp's have two but it doesn't seem to change the dynamics of the saw much at all.
if the P/C are shot, definatly go for the bailieys BB kit. they have increadable performance for the price and i would take one over an OEM P/C anyday.
good luck on the repairs you need to make.

Now I just need to find the money for the repairs. I am sure I will come up with it some how.

Adam

 

[gafirefighter]

Well, it should be in the mail tomorrw. I can not wait.

Adam

 

[Ghillie]

Like a kid at Christmas!!!

 

[gafirefighter]

I know, it sure is sad.

Adam

 

[SawTroll]

..... where as most 372xp's have two ....

That is only in some markets......

I believe the most important differences is that the 372xp case is beefed up somewhat (believe it is in the crank bearings area), and the 372 has a side chain adjuster ("afterthought" - but works well, anyway)......

 

[Wicked500R]

I was talking with the guy I got my 272's from about Husky saws... He brought up the 371Xp and talked highly of it compared to the newer 372's. Said it was a Ripper for a saw that kicked but. You'll be happy!

 

[gafirefighter]

Hopefully I will have it running soon and I can compare it to my 372 (if I can get it out of my father-in-laws hand). Soon I should have another 372 on the way so that it can have someone to keep it company.

CAD sucks,

Adam