Husqvarna 66 worth fixin'?

derailedbus · May 5, 2016

Found an old Husqvarna 66 in dad's garage. I remember it ran strong, but he says it doesn't get spark. It's got good compression and the cylinder looks good looking in from the muffler. It says it's a Yugoslavia model on the plate, but not sure if that means anything. Been looking for the two part coil/module online and it looks like they're about $95 for the pair. Any other suggestions for a better price? I'd hate to buy the parts for that much and still not get it running. Looks like the brake band is cracked in a spot and might need to replace with the entire assembly/cover. Worth exploring further?

logeeland · May 5, 2016

Worth repairing. Great solid saw. Look into ignitions from other models. Check all the grounding before buying parts.

Chainsaw Jim · May 5, 2016

I'd verify that it has no spark before buying any parts. Use a new plug or one you know works to test for spark. It may only need a carb rebuild.

HiOctane · May 6, 2016

Disconnect the switch if you got spark.Stiil no sparks ? Check spark cap if good and wires.Still no sparks after that,most of the time,the large one is the culprit.Dont buy both for nothing.If your brake got brake with a plastic handle,you can get replace the band only.

BGE541 · May 6, 2016

Some makes an after market one that's worrks well for the $... On ebay

Diesel Freak · May 6, 2016

derailedbus said:
Found an old Husqvarna 66 in dad's garage. I remember it ran strong, but he says it doesn't get spark. It's got good compression and the cylinder looks good looking in from the muffler. It says it's a Yugoslavia model on the plate, but not sure if that means anything. Been looking for the two part coil/module online and it looks like they're about $95 for the pair. Any other suggestions for a better price? I'd hate to buy the parts for that much and still not get it running. Looks like the brake band is cracked in a spot and might need to replace with the entire assembly/cover. Worth exploring further?

It's a fine saw that you can swap a 272 p&c onto if wanted. Iirc, that bumps it up to 72cc and around 5hp.

Joseph

derailedbus · May 6, 2016

Diesel Freak said:
It's a fine saw that you can swap a 272 p&c onto if wanted. Iirc, that bumps it up to 72cc and around 5hp.

Joseph

I'll consider that once or if I can get it started. Thanks.

derailedbus · May 6, 2016

HiOctane said:
Disconnect the switch if you got spark.Stiil no sparks ? Check spark cap if good and wires.Still no sparks after that,most of the time,the large one is the culprit.Dont buy both for nothing.If your brake got brake with a plastic handle,you can get replace the band only.

So, disconnecting the switch will rule out a bad one? Cap and wires look alright, but it's pretty full of oily sludge everywhere. I guess I'll start with the big one, although that seems to be the more expensive. The Brake band looks to be not easily replaceable. It's the older, metal handle. Any idea what other models might fit?

HiOctane · May 6, 2016

derailedbus said:
So, disconnecting the switch will rule out a bad one? Cap and wires look alright, but it's pretty full of oily sludge everywhere. I guess I'll start with the big one, although that seems to be the more expensive. The Brake band looks to be not easily replaceable. It's the older, metal handle. Any idea what other models might fit?

Big one is more expensive,but 9/10 thats the one to replace. With a metal handle,the band is no longer available .Try to get a used latest model from 266,268,272,etc. or even from Jonsered 600 serie.Jonsered one wont cover the handle at the bottom tho.

Big_Wood · May 7, 2016

the 2 piece ignition has wires running along the case between the magneto and the coil. those wires commonly strip their insulation and are then grounded so even with the kill switch disconnected the wire can still be grounded at the case. your best bet is to inspect those wires really well and repair if needed. IIRC they are permanently attached to the magneto. i haven't worked on one of those ignitions in a good 5 years or more though.

SawTroll · May 7, 2016

derailedbus said:
Found an old Husqvarna 66 in dad's garage. I remember it ran strong, but he says it doesn't get spark. It's got good compression and the cylinder looks good looking in from the muffler. It says it's a Yugoslavia model on the plate, but not sure if that means anything. .....

The 66 is one of many Husky models that were made at the Tomos factory in Koper, Yugoslavia/Slovenia, after production stopped in Sweden. Could you post the serial number, or a picture of the number tag?

chainsawman2011 · May 7, 2016

U can buy the 2 coils from hlsproparts.com $60 + shipping for the pair

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derailedbus · May 9, 2016

SawTroll said:
The 66 is one of many Husky models that were made at the Tomos factory in Koper, Yugoslavia/Slovenia, after production stopped in Sweden. Could you post the serial number, or a picture of the number tag?

Last digit is a 5, I believe.

derailedbus · May 9, 2016

chainsawman2011 said:
U can buy the 2 coils from hlsproparts.com $60 + shipping for the pair

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They have the little one on there, but not the bigger part (magneto?).

SawTroll · May 9, 2016

derailedbus said:
Last digit is a 5, I believe.View attachment 502420

As expected for a tag that says Yugoslavia on it, the number doesn't follow the usual decodable Husky system (there are two digits too many).

I wouldn't be surprised if it was made 1988 week 7, but can't confirm it was.

angelo c · May 9, 2016

no. its a Husky....and an old one at that...throw it back into the lake from whence it came.....
maybe in time it will grow into a real saw....

xx06 · May 9, 2016

This might be an option.
http://northwoodsaw.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=115

heyduke · May 10, 2016

the original part has been replaced by:

HUSQVARNA 501516102

that's the big, primary ignition module. seems to be available. google is your friend. use the string above for your search. or try:

http://www.sawagain.com/husqvarna-266-61-162-ignition-coil-501516102-new/

the 66 is a great saw. i used to have one with a 272 top end. i don't know if the mod added many frijoles but it was a good saw, could pull a 24" bar with ease. i'd stick with the original top end if it's still in good shape. or replace it with a 272 if it needs a new top. you'd still need the two piece ignition system. that's what fits in the case and matches the flywheel. it's a saw that's worthy of resurrection, fer sure. for $100 you could have a really good, pre-epa, 70cc saw. and you'll feel like a wizard when you're done.

fearofpavement · May 10, 2016

Clean that thing up so you can look it over thoroughly. You may be able to find the problem visually.

derailedbus · May 11, 2016

So I cleaned it up a bit and checked all the connections. I now have spark when the plug is pulled but it's apparently not firing when it's in, is all I can guess? I squirted a little fuel in the cylinder and put the plug in and pulled away. Nothing. Only thing I can thing of is possibly a broken plug wire?

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