Turbocaster
ArboristSite Member
I was just given a Husqvarna 181 with a 32 inch bar and .404 pitch chain. I used some purple cleaner and hosed it off. It has 175 pounds of compression and runs good. Something isn't right though, as the top cover doesn't match the muffler. (see bottom picture)
I'm suspicious that the top cover or muffler or both are not correct for the saw. The top cover has XP on it, which doesn't seem to match what I have seen for the 181 on Mike Acres web site. That lists models as 181 SE and 181 SG.
Also, I thought it would have a chain brake.
Any ideas about the muffler and top cover would be appreciated. I am going to take it out tomorrow to cut some Red Alder logs.
Jon
I'm suspicious that the top cover or muffler or both are not correct for the saw. The top cover has XP on it, which doesn't seem to match what I have seen for the 181 on Mike Acres web site. That lists models as 181 SE and 181 SG.
Also, I thought it would have a chain brake.
Any ideas about the muffler and top cover would be appreciated. I am going to take it out tomorrow to cut some Red Alder logs.
Jon