Sold Husqvarna 394XP for sale

[Squirt]

Hello I created this account just to see what I can get for a chainsaw I got at a garage sale. A few years ago I thought this would be a good old saw to fix up and keep as a fun project but the more I look at prices for parts I start to question my decision. I also looked at reviews and forums like this one and many talk about how this is a good size saw. I have very little chainsaw experience so hearing this is not really a beginner's saw but is very well built I thought I should ask what I should do. I have no idea if it runs due to it not having a magneto/coil. Should I fix it up and not worry and put like a smaller bar on or something (not very knowledgeable). Should I just sell it as is or fix up a little to get a little more money. I just dont know what would be best. I have some small engine experience so I could part it out if people would like. If it's better if I sell it what would be a fair price. I am on Tacoma World so I'm not totally new to forums but not an expert. Any help is greatly appreciated.

 

[suttererman85]

If it has good compression, I would find a coil and clutch cover and let it sing!!


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[Fatherwheels]

You know what you paid for it, if you want to sell it add on a little,
that's it. No one will take a chance on paying big money for a saw
that does not run, its only a parts saw, and even some of them are missing.

If it was a runner, whole different story, they are a powerful saw
definately not for the inexperienced.

 

[Squirt]

What would be a good number. I read on one website that they came factory with around 170. Does that sound about right. What kind of compression would be considered bad? Thanks for the quick response!

If it has good compression, I would find a coil and clutch cover and let it sing!!


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[suttererman85]

150 psi and up would be “good” to me. 120-150psi would be “ok” and below 120psi needs some love.


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[Squirt]

150 psi and up would be “good” to me. 120-150psi would be “ok” and below 120psi needs some love.


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So if it has good compression and I get it running what would be a fair price so I'm not giving away but not asking too much.

 

[suttererman85]

I feel like a complete running 394xp in good shape should sell for $500+.


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[ammoaddict]

What kind of price are you thinking?

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[Squirt]

What kind of price are you thinking?

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I dont know. I'm open to offers but I have not decided on if I'm selling it or not.

 

[Squirt]

I feel like a complete running 394xp in good shape should sell for $500+.


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Would that be a ready to cut saw or just a basic running saw. Sorry I'm asking tons of questions but thanks for all the information.

 

[Squirt]

I feel like a complete running 394xp in good shape should sell for $500+.


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Also what size bar would be good for light or basic use. I was thinking a 24in would be big enough but not outrageous.

 

[Maintenance supervisor]

I bought mine for 300.00 and it can with a 24" bar.

 

[Squirt]

I bought mine for 300.00 and it can with a 24" bar.

With the 24in would it be too much for a beginner. Does the bar size affect how manageable it is.

 

[Maintenance supervisor]

24 inch bar on a saw that size is the least amount of bar I would use , it is a balance thing. The 395xp is large bodied saw for cutting big wood most wear a 36".
Just like not putting skinny little tires on the back of a Corvette. You could do that but your not using it for the intended purpose.

 

[cuinrearview]

Be careful here guys.

 

[Colton T]

Agree with others. If it’s got good compression it’s definitely worth getting running since everything else can usually be fixed pretty easily / in expensively.

If you are going to keep for your own use you could buy aftermarket parts that need replacement but if fixing for resale, stick with OEM. eBay is good place to find parts.

I also think $500-600 is fair price for it in running condition.

As is probably $2-400.

I recommend you get it running so you can test in some wood! These big pro saws are a blast to run and if have never ran one it’s a real eye opening experience! . . . Running a 661 is what got me started into collecting saws.


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[LogSawyer74]

nice saw

 

[Lanedrew]

I’d fix it up and run it if it were mine, as long as you think you’ll be able to handle the weight for an extended period of time, you could probably also fix it up and sell it and have plenty of money to get a nice used 60-70cc saw if that would be more ideal for what you intend on using it for

 

[Maintenance supervisor]

Yeah, absolutely true ,I probably only use my 90+cc saws for 10% of my cutting. You could definitely find a trade with that saw.

 

[Squirt]

So I've decided I'm going to just sell it. I was trying to do a compression test and snapped my pull start cord which made me realize that this might not be a project I want to continue. It was reading 125 to 130 when it snapped but was still climbing a little. What would be a good offer. I'm 100% open to offers. Thank you all for the help.