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Not impressed with Husqvarna 372
« on: October 24, 2015, 06:00:24 PM »

I added a Husky 372xp to my saw aresenal.  The dealer gave me a fair deal and added a second chain at cost.  In the first hour of cuttung a large ash log, it threw the chain. The chain wouldn't go anymore. I put the new one one and it worked well the next few times i used it.

It threw a chain again on a 6 inch log. Worked fine rest of that work day.  Now it isnt throwing oil. I did an internet search and found forum commentary that the oiler feed is plastic ans know to break easily.  I am taking it in and hope warranty covers it.

I have a stihl in the shop that is getting its oiler replaced. Never had such issues with ant Stihl.   So far this 850 dollar buy isnt too hot.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #1 on: October 24, 2015, 07:34:28 PM »

I have a 371xp. It's a beast. Never had any issues with it.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #2 on: October 24, 2015, 07:36:30 PM »

I have a 372 that is my go-to saw. I have to force myself to use the others.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #3 on: October 27, 2015, 08:31:25 PM »

I have an old 41. Replaced the oiler several times. That saw got a lot of use back in the day but I don't use it anymore. I'm having better luck with Stihl.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #4 on: October 27, 2015, 09:15:16 PM »

I'm not sure on husquvarna  (I use sthil) but I know stihl has farm saws and professional saws of the same size and look but the profession saws are more expensive and supposed to be a lot stronger saws?
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2015, 07:02:45 PM »

Sorry for posting in the wrong category. I got it back from the shop. No issues. There must have been a particle clogging the oiler.   Tomorrow is a big day for it. Tree cutter for the power company took down several on my property this week.   Got a month supply waiting for my attention.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #6 on: October 31, 2015, 12:06:23 AM »

My uncle had a few huskies, prefer my stills or my sachs dolmars. But I’m left handed as well, Huskies just don’t feel right.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #7 on: November 01, 2015, 09:04:46 AM »

Im a southpaw too.  I used it for several hours yesterday. Cut up a lot of trees that had been down for years. Seems to be doing okay. The oiling issue burned up the chain. Put the backup one on and it zoomed.

My Stihl 028 is my backup now, and is running like a champ too, after having the oiler replaced.

The power company identified six maples on my property that were in bad shape and threatened to take down the power lines. I got a gift this week.  By not being a pain in their butt about dropping precious trees, they even cut the trunks up for me.

Gorgeous weekend to get the wood done.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #8 on: November 03, 2015, 07:58:32 PM »

I'm not sure on husquvarna  (I use sthil) but I know stihl has farm saws and professional saws of the same size and look but the profession saws are more expensive and supposed to be a lot stronger saws?

Not sure on the saws, but on leaf blowers etc the homeowner models have nonadjustable EPA carbs while the professional models are adjustable a little. I’d tell how to fix that but then the EPA would put me on the most wanted list.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #9 on: November 23, 2015, 08:15:14 AM »

 I had a 372 until it was stolen,when you get a new saw the chain will stretch as it wares in. It will
need watching for a few hours. I think you will be impressed after a few tanks of fuel. A friend
bought a new saw and dealer had put the wrong gauge chain for the bar and it was binding up
I found this when he brought it to me,you gotta watch out for things like that. Am running a 288xp
now that I got on the list a little heavy but will out perform the 372xp. The 372xp will last you for many years and will rip after broken in.   GOOD LUCK 
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #10 on: December 22, 2015, 11:17:31 AM »

I had a 372xpg With heated handle It was the best thing ever!!!!
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #11 on: December 22, 2015, 08:42:31 PM »

I had to replace a 257 when my brush hog accidentally ate it. Bought a 562xpg and it screams, don't always need the heated handles but great when you do. It is about 10cc and .6hp smaller than the 372 but it is all I need and more. It was a costly brushing day to say the least.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #12 on: December 22, 2015, 09:02:13 PM »

I had to replace a 257 when my brush hog accidentally ate it.
How does one accidentally eat a chainsaw with a bushhog exactly?  ???
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #13 on: December 22, 2015, 09:38:27 PM »

Just want me to relive the pain don't you. I was out brushing trees and mowing shooting lanes for hunting season with my grandson on the tractor with me. Had one more path to mow when I went over some deep ruts that made the 3 point brush hog bounce which is where my saw was securely nestled in the frame work of the brush hog. Well the husky bounced off the brush hog and didn't notice it in time before mowing over it in the case and all. It did shear the 1/2 inch shear bolt-tough old saw. I believe I said woops when it happened, or something like that as I covered my grandson's ears.
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Re: Not impressed with Husqvarna 732
« Reply #14 on: December 22, 2015, 09:52:20 PM »

LOLOLOL!!!
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