I used to sell saws and your opinion is how I remember it. Husky saw typically were bought by pros that wanted a hot saw that cut fast. Stihl saws were more for weekend warriors and farmers. They start and run when you need them. Things have changed a lot since I sold them but at the time Husky saws were typically running around 1k more rpm than Stihl.
Woodworker or Lumberjack from Germany here. I just want a conversation and a little discussion. So over here it's more a personal thing what people choose. Mostly its Stihl that gets chosen over the Huskys. I personally facour stihl too because Husky does have just a lot of Problems as far as my experience are. Like, can you explain a little more why people over there with you choose like that way they do? Or tell me your experiences with the saws
@@Raphael-sc6vzEastcoast logger here I own nothing but Stihl 80% of the loggers around me all use Stihl the few outliers use Husky I’ve seen more of them in the saw shop broken then in the woods working
Greetings from the Highlands of Scotland! I have a 592XP and so far after 6 months, no problems. Stihl MS500i broke after just over 2 yrs (so out of warranty!) and Stihl repaired it for free after I made a fuss - the magic electronics inside had failed and that caused other problems. They are both great saws and both are magically easy to start (2nd or 3rd pull) - unlike my old MS029-Super that is about 30 years old - pull slowly 20 times on full coke, then half choke and pull sharply. You get tired of that nonsense pretty damn quickly - but 30 trouble-free years of service!
@@napaindian62 A logging company near me runs eight 500i's and the owner there was also surprised. They've had those since they first came onto the market and have done all the usual bad things to them including running one without 2-stroke - and of course, just using E10 as there is nothing else here available. I have just ordered some Ethanol Shield after someone showed me how that stuff just instantly combines with water and turns it into a compound that can pass through the engine safely. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed it!
Sorry you had issues with it Jacob. I’ve had mine for a few years and is one of my three go to saws. No issues. Hope things work better on it in the future!
@@WoodRoyTV Putting the GoPro on the stump was a great idea. The footage is worthy of a Nat’l Geo nature documentary. Jacob should make a short of the racoons and mother raccoon and post it.
What I like most in a saw is that it always works for you. My Stihl MS250 and MS462 runs great. High quality parts make a high quality saw makes a reliable and quality cutting session.
I have had two 592s and a 585 I’ve been running for about 2 years now they are bone stock and have had no issues at all with either. I ordered gordys cover when it came out and put it on my 585. The first time I tried to tighten my chain I broke one of the aluminum pins machined it to keep the tensioner in place I don’t want to crap talk it but it’s a terrible design I drilled through holes where the aluminum pins were and replaced them with steel role pins. So far they’ve been holding up.
Super great video! Thank you for letting the mother raccoon get her babies to safety before you finished the job! I thought you were VERY diplomatic about the Husky saw issues! I love your channel!❤❤❤
I have a 550XP MII, 562XP, 572XP, 592XP and 395XP. All my 5 series Husqvarna’s have given me 0 issues. Everyone knows you need to put loctite on the 395XP screws so they don’t come out. I think you are just over tightening your stuff and not sure I would blame Husqvarna for your aftermarket cover breaking tensioners. I also own a Stihl 500i ,Makita 7900 and a few Echo saws. Husqvarna’s are just smoother than the others.
I’ve owned Husqvarna saws for 20 years now and my last gen saw was a beast and lasted. The new one would not idle or stay cranked no matter the adjustments until I gave up and tried the premixed gas in the metal can and it cranks and runs every time. I don’t know crap about tuning as Im just a homeowner but that sure seems funny. I joke around that they add something to the premix that works so you have to buy that expensive stuff.
If you watch Chickanic, and others, they preach not using pump gas on just about anything. I use nothing but in my Toro (previous JD) push mower, but only the canned in my Husq trimmer and blower.
@@tetedur377 yeah I only use non ethanol with my Husqvarna push mower which has been the best mower I’ve ever owned, Stihl trimmer and blower and they all crank easily and stay running. It’s just the newer Husky saw that does this. I mix my 2 cycle oil and gas properly so it’s just frustrating. Thankfully I don’t have to use it often so the can fuel lasts.
I’m in Australia. I have 2 x 592XP saws, the first one literally nothing but trouble! After half dozen tanks the centre of the muffler fell apart. New muffler, the welds cracked around the bolt tubes. The top cover rubs like crazy on the cooling fins of the motor. Outside felling dogs snapped. Then I’ve had trouble with it running, which may have been a carby issue (only just got it back). The 2nd saw no issues and even sounds different. But the last couple years, my biggest issue with Husqvarna is the lack of parts availability. I have waited couple months during our winter for parts. If you sell a Pro saw, you would assume, the customer requires the saw to be running and can replace parts asap. A pro saw is useless when it can’t run for months and the customer is losing out on work!!
I picked up a Stihl 046 mag a couple yrs. Back , to say the least my 066 mag got put away, found the 46 to be a lot more snappy and just as strong. Very happy in the the East coast hardwoods!
Had 572 years ago loved it. Brought a 540 auto tune mark 1. Nightmare nevercran properly went back to dealer they couldnt fix nor did replace or refund. Couldnt reach husky to ask for help. Have 4 stihl saws now all run. But sure theres lemons every brand was just dissapointed that husky and dealer were no help at all. Great vids cheers
I am a steel chainsaw, man all the way I have about five chainsaw the one that I love the most is the 500i steel chainsaw. It’s awesome. Have no complaints about it. A lot of people are trying to talk me in to buy a Husqvarna. I don’t think so. I will stick with steel chainsaw. Never had a problem, but great video as usual.👍
I love my 592. But, I’ve only cut down and bucked a few dozen trees. I have Gordy’s clutch cover with dogs, aftermarket muffler mod, and a husky 32” light bar. This thing rips! Zero issues thus far…
Looks like you got a lemon. My first 540xp was like that. I wish manufacturers would send out a replacement and refurbish the lemons. My 592xp has been flawless. It's mostly stock, unported.
Just stumbled on this , neither a subscriber or fan. So I expect this won't be "appreciated". I have worked on the Husqvarna's a while and have a "dirty", because it's used; 585. That's a lower power version of 592 but on the same basic bones. 592's in this area have done quite well. My first take away? There is a reason Husqvarna won't warranty a saw that has been disassembled, ground on and reassembled. Things get over torqued, under torqued and generally jostled. Also unless a typical field tune is done, Autotune won't sort itself to the new parameters of a ported saw unless there is specific run time events. Which is the second thing. Sounds like you didn't know that and certain "mods" could cause a fair amount of idle and run issues....assuming things were reassembled properly with no leaks, Must do a field reset after tweaking those saws. Every time. AND if things were "effed" up , then its a moving target. Husqvarna gets the blame, but they had nothing to do with it. In fact Autotune is a blessing and a curse as its a real simplistic system that will attempt to tune around issues. My suggestion? Sort it out , or have someone who knows them to, as they are awesome generally reliable machines. All the hype on big name builders doesn't mean they do understand them, its like an online religion. After sorting out some from a variety of sources; I'm not particularly impressed when big names are tossed out, especially hacking on the Autotunes. In fact every time someone digs into a saw , there are now anomalies introduced that were not there from the factory. And just like statistical events happen with "stock" saws at the factory, add a "non" manufacturing spec entity and more are introduced. It's statistics, math. SO either a lemon from the factory? Or from the shop it was torn down , cylinder off, carb and covers, modified and reassembled ... every thing you pointed out from idle to pull start got touched. Especially if the cylinder had machine work done, now all bets are off. Difference? A clear cut saw issue stock, it's covered by warrantee, A builder? Maybe, maybe not but the haggling' pontification & rationalizations begins. BTW the "clutch" side covers chain adjust is the same mechanism as everything from 372 to 390 to 592. Solid stuff for decades, :) So an easy fix. The ONE issue I had on early 585/592 was the primer circuit hose, and Husqvarna replaced them and subsequent saw have the "new" part. THAT could cause idle issues BTW. Last thing, with your access to the community you might get folks to sort it.. IF I was to recommend a place, it would be Donny Walkers shop, if he was willing; should you continue to have issues.
There are way too many problems with these saws! They make great power but are not durable or reliable. The issue I'm seeing is leaking intake boots, cracked cases, and bad carbs
@@afleetcommand Main bearings, leaking intake boots, oil pumps, bad carbs. Better than the 550-MK1. Those had like a 50% failure rate at one point. I've owned so many saws that I've lost count, all different makes and models. So I really don't know what you're getting at?
If you know the Chickanic channel (small engines), she had problems with Husky parts supply and pricing and not long after she made an episode on the subject, the boss of Husqvarna rang her from Sweden (🤪) to discuss it and he remedied the situation!! So, maybe get in touch her and see what contacts she has there. Once notified, the MAN seemed to act promptly.😁👍
I think you can have lemons anywhere, especially with new models. We have a 592, I had to be one of the first. It has never given me problems. Unfortunately our 500i has been nothing but problems. Just got it back last week.. the dealer had it for a year basically. It blew the didn't know why, everything on our end was great. Lots of other ther problems including the same as others, but the saw may have had 3 fells on it when it blew. It's been in and out of the shop forever. No it's just less then two years and Sthil said after the rebuilt ot there's no warranty. Anyways we have had the same type of problems with sthil, and nothing much with husqvarna. To each their own.
The saw problems reminds me of the two Dodge Dakota's I had. A 97 ext. Cab V6 2WD, replaced that with a 2001 quad cab V8 4WD. The mechanic knew my name and both trucks by sight. But. when they ran...loved them.
I have the little 550XP mark 2, it leaked and had oiling problems and the 2 part magnesium case loosened apart. When it runs it's the best saw I've ever used
BTW - maybe your 592XP was not made in Sweden but in either the US or Mexico where Husqvarna also has factories. A bit like VWs and Merceds - in Europe, they're OK. In the US, well, you get all kinds of problems because they just do not have the same depth of QC.
In the UK you would be charged for destroying that tree with the raccoons in it.. Then again, we get sent to prison for Facebook posts, so its not saying much..
Hopefully I made the right choice by getting a Husky 390XP. I wanted something that would handle a 36 inch bar easily. Phil over at TimberFallingCouple has had some case breakage issues on his 661s. I was torn between the 592 and 390. The local shop had a 390 and I waited for them to get a 592. The 390 felt noticeably lighter. And I liked that it is more old school tried and tested.
My 2 cents. The guy who ported it messed it up. Other than the starter breaking no one else has issues and if you use the decomp for cold starts the starter holds up.
They probably plugged the decompression valve. Most saw porters plug them bc they always end up leaking. Plugging it isn't really a issue, but they probably also cut squish to increase compression and that's probably why the starter assembly broke. With that being said, if every other saws starter on the market, including other husqvarna models, can handle it, this should also.
I have considered buying a 592xp for a while. I’ve always been a STIHL guy, but ran a 592xp at work (I’m a powerline clearance guy but do a lot of side work). I really enjoyed using the saw and used another big husky I can’t remember. Both were impressive until we had a storm job and both saws broke at the same time and left us with a MS261 and a small trim saw. If I have a need for an extra saw it might not be a bad choice, but for the sake of reliability I’ll stick with STIHL.
I love Husqvarna, also own a few Stihl's my Husqvarna's always run, I also don't mess with them and change a bunch of stuff. But yeah I have no issues with either saw but prefer Husqvarna
I got a sawking394 and new stock 395 and love em…old girl is identical too buckins og 394 and rich from myrtle cr done it…cut some with it this wk and remember how fast it can work up a big white oak
I’ve had a 572 for almost two years and it ran great for about a year until the coil went out. Replaced that at the local shop under warranty then it won’t auto tune at different elevations. Took it back to the same shop they fixed that now it won’t idle or hit top rpm’s just sits around lie 3/4 throttle. Additionally I’ve replaced the chain tensioner on it several times it seems whenever I throw a chain it just breaks the tensioner every time. Im gonna take it to a different shop now and see if that was the issue with all the work that’s been done to it. My buddy has a 592 and he is constantly having problems with it not oiling not starting when hot not idling and chain tensioners breaking.
So as a person that has white knuckle terrible bad and has a bunch of different saws the new Huskys are a Cadillac to run compared to the others. I can run them longer without having to stop and get the feeling back in my hands!
Bummer. Ive had a 592xp for a year. Used it for milling. Trees. Bucking. Had zero issues aside from its a big saw… Hope you don’t have any more issues with it. Hang in there!
Well, its good to know. I prefer husky, have a 562 and 550 that work well. My stihl 026 still runs well with a 16 inch bar. I had a stihl 391 that cut really well if, and it was a big if, I could get it started.
Very unpopular question. A stripped screw hole and a broken cover are likely related. Waiting a month for a simple hose repair speaks to the repair facility not getting to work. Thats a few minute job. The hose being broken, when the saw is ported doesnt the clutch have to come off which means likely the oil pump hose will be removed? It really sounds like these problems stem from the work done to the saw. If im off base thats fine, but i dont really feel i am.
I'm thinking that mumma racoon was halfway up the inside of that hollow tree when it went over 😂 Also, I know they're cute, but don't pick up the babies as you put your smell on them, which can lead the parents to abandon them.
weird because i have not heard anyone that i know have any issues with their 592. So thats very interesting I'll have to keep a ear open for anything further issues
7:32 The company is named Stihl not still - You have to pronounce it like the English word 'steel' . The founder Andreas Stihl is German (Swabian) and an h after a vowel makes it a long vowel in the German language.
@@LeeTillbury Not how you like it, you should use the correct pronunciation if you know it. It's bad behavior if you know it better. I don't think you would like if someone would mangle the pronunciation of your name, county, city, state, etc. and always say it wrong where you can hear it....
If you pronounce something incorrectly and someone corrects you, why would you not use the correct pronunciation? Arrogant and rude to continue to mispronounce name incorrectly. As to the “who cares” comment, is isn’t worth commenting on. That person is a lost cause.
Mostly I am hearing about how ever since you tinkered with it the saw was unreliable. I have had mine for over a year of hard use with zero issues stock.
The inly issue he mentioned that could have anything to do with the port work is it not wanting to idle. How does the oiler not working or the pull start breaking have anything to do with port work?
The faulty oil hose, the starter assembly breaking, the bolts stripping, and the tensioner breaking are all issues that have absolutely nothing to do with porting a saw. Professionals get saws ported all the time, for decades, and these aren't issues that come from that. The only thing that would be caused by his tinkering is the idling issue, which wouldn't be an issue if the saw was tuneable.
@Lad-zn6fn the starter could have broken bc of increased compression. When they port the cylinder, they also cut squish and plug the decompression valve.
My 572 has been my big saw for climbing as long as ive had a big saw. I bought it cause it was more afforsable than the 462 - now ive ran both a lot and to me the 572 cuts a lot better than the 46. Stock tho. Itd be cool to see you get a ported one. To be fair itdoes feel a lot heavier than the 462.
Have had my 592 for 2 years. 1 issue, dealer fixed instantly. Strong reliable saw. Full time winter logging hardwood logs northern wisconsin. Is the saw modded? If so then everything is on you.
I’ve gotta say there’s very little wrong with stock modern autotune saws. The fact you’ve had someone mess with it sounds like the cause of most of your issues.
Really like your videos ! BUT TWO... OOPS THREE... QUESTIONS ! 1.) Why are you guys ... NOT ALWAYS WEARING EYE PROTECTION ?!?.. (RHETORICAL..) 2.) Why most of the time... NO GLOVES?.? 3.) I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL TREE CUTTING EXPERT... But, I always thought that after cutting the "V' notch out, it was best?.. to make the STRAIGHT CUT from the back about 2-ish inches higher than the front cut for a better "HINGE" !
In my opinion I think manufacturers need to step it up a bit because nothing you buy these days is built to last AT ALL. We get lucky sometimes but all manufacturers not just for saws but for all products down to tvs and etc are all making worse products and I get thst they don't stsy in business if things last for forever but it'd be nice for things to last a little longer than they do
Are you SURE it’s not worse than the Chinese Stihl clone?😅 Love the honesty about THIS saw, especially in light of how much you like Husky saws in general.
Maybe if one would not throw your saws around , drop them on the ground , they may last longer . The case is only , a plastic composite . Just a thought
Would be really interesting to hear what Husky has to say about this. Best thing they could do is take a good look at it and learn from what you've said
Hey Jake I run a lot of husky’s the idle issue can be resolved with an auto tune reset you should have asked red beard when you got the 540 and the 592 how to do it because you can do it out ing the field. The saw is fresh off the bench it dosent know its tune.
83 years old and still cutting trees for my firewood . Love your videos . From Ohio
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I love my 592xp,it's completely stock, and I tend to use it over my ported 660 almost every time
I am glad everyone was safe including the little babies.
Oh those babies are so cute. I hope Mama can find them another safe nest and keep the predators away!
The only video my daughter decided to watch with me! She was happy to see mama
I used to sell saws and your opinion is how I remember it.
Husky saw typically were bought by pros that wanted a hot saw that cut fast.
Stihl saws were more for weekend warriors and farmers. They start and run when you need them.
Things have changed a lot since I sold them but at the time Husky saws were typically running around 1k more rpm than Stihl.
Woodworker or Lumberjack from Germany here. I just want a conversation and a little discussion. So over here it's more a personal thing what people choose. Mostly its Stihl that gets chosen over the Huskys. I personally facour stihl too because Husky does have just a lot of Problems as far as my experience are. Like, can you explain a little more why people over there with you choose like that way they do? Or tell me your experiences with the saws
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Stihl and Husqvarna are two very good brands of professional saws and the only ones used by professional lumberjacks here in Canada
@@Raphael-sc6vzEastcoast logger here I own nothing but Stihl 80% of the loggers around me all use Stihl the few outliers use Husky I’ve seen more of them in the saw shop broken then in the woods working
I have been running a 592 the past 2years without issue, Two all-time favorite saws are my 044s and 026/261s.
Greetings from the Highlands of Scotland! I have a 592XP and so far after 6 months, no problems. Stihl MS500i broke after just over 2 yrs (so out of warranty!) and Stihl repaired it for free after I made a fuss - the magic electronics inside had failed and that caused other problems. They are both great saws and both are magically easy to start (2nd or 3rd pull) - unlike my old MS029-Super that is about 30 years old - pull slowly 20 times on full coke, then half choke and pull sharply. You get tired of that nonsense pretty damn quickly - but 30 trouble-free years of service!
A 30 year-old chainsaw?! My man, just replace it.
@@CharlesJones-wi7tz Why? It works, akes for a great back-up saw and is still better than any non-Husky or non-Stihl saw out there!
That’s wild we have 35 500i’s at work and not a single one has broken yet with 4 years of abuse. We run them daily.
@@napaindian62 A logging company near me runs eight 500i's and the owner there was also surprised. They've had those since they first came onto the market and have done all the usual bad things to them including running one without 2-stroke - and of course, just using E10 as there is nothing else here available. I have just ordered some Ethanol Shield after someone showed me how that stuff just instantly combines with water and turns it into a compound that can pass through the engine safely. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed it!
Great job ! That was amazing how the Mother came straight to her young .
Sorry you had issues with it Jacob. I’ve had mine for a few years and is one of my three go to saws. No issues. Hope things work better on it in the future!
The raccoon footage is amazing!
Mom raccoon: Don't worry babies... I know there's another hollow tree near by!
Jacob: Timber!!!
Mom raccoon: 😱
This is more common than I thought in the arborist world haha. Same thing happened to us.
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Putting the GoPro on the stump was a great idea. The footage is worthy of a Nat’l Geo nature documentary.
Jacob should make a short of the racoons and mother raccoon and post it.
What I like most in a saw is that it always works for you. My Stihl MS250 and MS462 runs great. High quality parts make a high quality saw makes a reliable and quality cutting session.
I have had two 592s and a 585 I’ve been running for about 2 years now they are bone stock and have had no issues at all with either. I ordered gordys cover when it came out and put it on my 585. The first time I tried to tighten my chain I broke one of the aluminum pins machined it to keep the tensioner in place I don’t want to crap talk it but it’s a terrible design I drilled through holes where the aluminum pins were and replaced them with steel role pins. So far they’ve been holding up.
Also, you can take the saw to a husqvarna dealer and they can put updates in the software of the saw.. might help with idle issues
Super great video! Thank you for letting the mother raccoon get her babies to safety before you finished the job! I thought you were VERY diplomatic about the Husky saw issues! I love your channel!❤❤❤
Same thing with my t540xp mark 3. It hates to run, but when it does its beautiful
I have a 550XP MII, 562XP, 572XP, 592XP and 395XP. All my 5 series Husqvarna’s have given me 0 issues. Everyone knows you need to put loctite on the 395XP screws so they don’t come out. I think you are just over tightening your stuff and not sure I would blame Husqvarna for your aftermarket cover breaking tensioners. I also own a Stihl 500i ,Makita 7900 and a few Echo saws. Husqvarna’s are just smoother than the others.
Thanks for the show guys 🍻
The problem started when you said I got it ported 😂
Your a parent 😁 I hope rocket and the kids are ok 😎🥰
I’ve owned Husqvarna saws for 20 years now and my last gen saw was a beast and lasted. The new one would not idle or stay cranked no matter the adjustments until I gave up and tried the premixed gas in the metal can and it cranks and runs every time. I don’t know crap about tuning as Im just a homeowner but that sure seems funny. I joke around that they add something to the premix that works so you have to buy that expensive stuff.
If you watch Chickanic, and others, they preach not using pump gas on just about anything. I use nothing but in my Toro (previous JD) push mower, but only the canned in my Husq trimmer and blower.
@@tetedur377 yeah I only use non ethanol with my Husqvarna push mower which has been the best mower I’ve ever owned, Stihl trimmer and blower and they all crank easily and stay running. It’s just the newer Husky saw that does this. I mix my 2 cycle oil and gas properly so it’s just frustrating. Thankfully I don’t have to use it often so the can fuel lasts.
592xp is the best saw I have ever ran. Nutty powerful.
Thanks for your honesty. Can't go wrong with a 661
Phil over at the channel TimberFallingCouple has had a bit of case breakage issues on his 661s.
I’m in Australia. I have 2 x 592XP saws, the first one literally nothing but trouble! After half dozen tanks the centre of the muffler fell apart. New muffler, the welds cracked around the bolt tubes. The top cover rubs like crazy on the cooling fins of the motor. Outside felling dogs snapped. Then I’ve had trouble with it running, which may have been a carby issue (only just got it back). The 2nd saw no issues and even sounds different. But the last couple years, my biggest issue with Husqvarna is the lack of parts availability. I have waited couple months during our winter for parts. If you sell a Pro saw, you would assume, the customer requires the saw to be running and can replace parts asap. A pro saw is useless when it can’t run for months and the customer is losing out on work!!
I picked up a Stihl 046 mag a couple yrs. Back , to say the least my 066 mag got put away, found the 46 to be a lot more snappy and just as strong. Very happy in the the East coast hardwoods!
Whoa!! What a wild find there.
Agreed on operating Husqvarna over Stihl. I own and love both. I'm a Husqvarna guy.
Had 572 years ago loved it. Brought a 540 auto tune mark 1. Nightmare nevercran properly went back to dealer they couldnt fix nor did replace or refund. Couldnt reach husky to ask for help. Have 4 stihl saws now all run. But sure theres lemons every brand was just dissapointed that husky and dealer were no help at all. Great vids cheers
I am a steel chainsaw, man all the way I have about five chainsaw the one that I love the most is the 500i steel chainsaw. It’s awesome. Have no complaints about it. A lot of people are trying to talk me in to buy a Husqvarna. I don’t think so. I will stick with steel chainsaw. Never had a problem, but great video as usual.👍
I swear if you spell it steel one more time…
Stihl for the win! MS 462 is the best saw since the 372 XP
Glad the little guys didn’t get hurt
Maybe next time you hold off till there no risk to wild life.
I love my 592. But, I’ve only cut down and bucked a few dozen trees. I have Gordy’s clutch cover with dogs, aftermarket muffler mod, and a husky 32” light bar. This thing rips! Zero issues thus far…
Looks like you got a lemon. My first 540xp was like that. I wish manufacturers would send out a replacement and refurbish the lemons. My 592xp has been flawless. It's mostly stock, unported.
Husqvarna was very very kind to me when my 395 had problems
Mom’s screaming “BUT I PAID THE RENT!”
Just stumbled on this , neither a subscriber or fan. So I expect this won't be "appreciated". I have worked on the Husqvarna's a while and have a "dirty", because it's used; 585. That's a lower power version of 592 but on the same basic bones. 592's in this area have done quite well. My first take away? There is a reason Husqvarna won't warranty a saw that has been disassembled, ground on and reassembled. Things get over torqued, under torqued and generally jostled. Also unless a typical field tune is done, Autotune won't sort itself to the new parameters of a ported saw unless there is specific run time events. Which is the second thing. Sounds like you didn't know that and certain "mods" could cause a fair amount of idle and run issues....assuming things were reassembled properly with no leaks, Must do a field reset after tweaking those saws. Every time. AND if things were "effed" up , then its a moving target. Husqvarna gets the blame, but they had nothing to do with it. In fact Autotune is a blessing and a curse as its a real simplistic system that will attempt to tune around issues. My suggestion? Sort it out , or have someone who knows them to, as they are awesome generally reliable machines. All the hype on big name builders doesn't mean they do understand them, its like an online religion. After sorting out some from a variety of sources; I'm not particularly impressed when big names are tossed out, especially hacking on the Autotunes. In fact every time someone digs into a saw , there are now anomalies introduced that were not there from the factory. And just like statistical events happen with "stock" saws at the factory, add a "non" manufacturing spec entity and more are introduced. It's statistics, math. SO either a lemon from the factory? Or from the shop it was torn down , cylinder off, carb and covers, modified and reassembled ... every thing you pointed out from idle to pull start got touched. Especially if the cylinder had machine work done, now all bets are off. Difference? A clear cut saw issue stock, it's covered by warrantee, A builder? Maybe, maybe not but the haggling' pontification & rationalizations begins. BTW the "clutch" side covers chain adjust is the same mechanism as everything from 372 to 390 to 592. Solid stuff for decades, :) So an easy fix. The ONE issue I had on early 585/592 was the primer circuit hose, and Husqvarna replaced them and subsequent saw have the "new" part. THAT could cause idle issues BTW. Last thing, with your access to the community you might get folks to sort it.. IF I was to recommend a place, it would be Donny Walkers shop, if he was willing; should you continue to have issues.
There are way too many problems with these saws! They make great power but are not durable or reliable. The issue I'm seeing is leaking intake boots, cracked cases, and bad carbs
@@johnwalt3504 yeah right, from all the ones you have done warrantee work on? All the ones you have owned? Or from the online BS.
@@afleetcommand Main bearings, leaking intake boots, oil pumps, bad carbs. Better than the 550-MK1. Those had like a 50% failure rate at one point.
I've owned so many saws that I've lost count, all different makes and models. So I really don't know what you're getting at?
If you have owned so many saws then the problem is you.
Im on my first season with my 592. So far no big problems. I do like the husky light bars. I mostly cut decently big doug fir snags for firewood.
Man I sure love my 572XP. Sorry to hear you are having so many issues with your 92. That sucks man.
If you know the Chickanic channel (small engines), she had problems with Husky parts supply and pricing and not long after she made an episode on the subject, the boss of Husqvarna rang her from Sweden (🤪) to discuss it and he remedied the situation!! So, maybe get in touch her and see what contacts she has there. Once notified, the MAN seemed to act promptly.😁👍
I think you can have lemons anywhere, especially with new models. We have a 592, I had to be one of the first. It has never given me problems.
Unfortunately our 500i has been nothing but problems. Just got it back last week.. the dealer had it for a year basically. It blew the didn't know why, everything on our end was great. Lots of other ther problems including the same as others, but the saw may have had 3 fells on it when it blew. It's been in and out of the shop forever. No it's just less then two years and Sthil said after the rebuilt ot there's no warranty.
Anyways we have had the same type of problems with sthil, and nothing much with husqvarna. To each their own.
The saw problems reminds me of the two Dodge Dakota's I had. A 97 ext. Cab V6 2WD, replaced that with a 2001 quad cab V8 4WD. The mechanic knew my name and both trucks by sight. But. when they ran...loved them.
I have the little 550XP mark 2, it leaked and had oiling problems and the 2 part magnesium case loosened apart. When it runs it's the best saw I've ever used
Have you hear or seen Valfast impact wedge?
Clever engineering to stand back to wedge a tree down.
Have you tried the 585. I have one and I love it. Never gave me a single problem.
BTW - maybe your 592XP was not made in Sweden but in either the US or Mexico where Husqvarna also has factories. A bit like VWs and Merceds - in Europe, they're OK. In the US, well, you get all kinds of problems because they just do not have the same depth of QC.
I haven't personally seen or heard of any 592's that aren't made in Sweden. I'd like to see the serial tag.
You a lie, the truth ain't in ya
In the UK you would be charged for destroying that tree with the raccoons in it..
Then again, we get sent to prison for Facebook posts, so its not saying much..
Haha 😆 that’s wild
Britainistan
Thats wild man. I dont understand why British people allow their government to walk all over them.
Sounds like it’s time for your own revolution.
@@alotl1kevegas860our 2nd amendment protects the rest of them.
Hopefully I made the right choice by getting a Husky 390XP. I wanted something that would handle a 36 inch bar easily. Phil over at TimberFallingCouple has had some case breakage issues on his 661s. I was torn between the 592 and 390. The local shop had a 390 and I waited for them to get a 592. The 390 felt noticeably lighter. And I liked that it is more old school tried and tested.
Long running dependable saw.
My 592 has been nothing but great since I bought it, the 562 mark2 is way better than the mk1
Same happened with us with some baby squirrels, left them for momma to find a new home
My 2 cents.
The guy who ported it messed it up.
Other than the starter breaking no one else has issues and if you use the decomp for cold starts the starter holds up.
They probably plugged the decompression valve. Most saw porters plug them bc they always end up leaking. Plugging it isn't really a issue, but they probably also cut squish to increase compression and that's probably why the starter assembly broke. With that being said, if every other saws starter on the market, including other husqvarna models, can handle it, this should also.
it broke before being ported... also what broke was manufacturer parts.
Jake is JACKED!
I have considered buying a 592xp for a while. I’ve always been a STIHL guy, but ran a 592xp at work (I’m a powerline clearance guy but do a lot of side work). I really enjoyed using the saw and used another big husky I can’t remember. Both were impressive until we had a storm job and both saws broke at the same time and left us with a MS261 and a small trim saw. If I have a need for an extra saw it might not be a bad choice, but for the sake of reliability I’ll stick with STIHL.
I love Husqvarna, also own a few Stihl's my Husqvarna's always run, I also don't mess with them and change a bunch of stuff. But yeah I have no issues with either saw but prefer Husqvarna
I got a sawking394 and new stock 395 and love em…old girl is identical too buckins og 394 and rich from myrtle cr done it…cut some with it this wk and remember how fast it can work up a big white oak
I’ve had a 572 for almost two years and it ran great for about a year until the coil went out. Replaced that at the local shop under warranty then it won’t auto tune at different elevations. Took it back to the same shop they fixed that now it won’t idle or hit top rpm’s just sits around lie 3/4 throttle. Additionally I’ve replaced the chain tensioner on it several times it seems whenever I throw a chain it just breaks the tensioner every time. Im gonna take it to a different shop now and see if that was the issue with all the work that’s been done to it. My buddy has a 592 and he is constantly having problems with it not oiling not starting when hot not idling and chain tensioners breaking.
Well that’s quite the experience!
I bet your kids loved that racoon footage! That was pretty cool.
Your 592 story reminds me of an old Led Zep song "I've got a little woman and she won't be true!"
Damn lad you ported a lemon. I sport the 585.
great video. at least you don't find every hollow tree is occupied
The 5 series caps will fit in 372 and 390. I believe it's the oil cap that fits both, but I put them on years ago and don't remember.
So as a person that has white knuckle terrible bad and has a bunch of different saws the new Huskys are a Cadillac to run compared to the others. I can run them longer without having to stop and get the feeling back in my hands!
28year old Stihl 025, it just runs!
Bummer. Ive had a 592xp for a year. Used it for milling. Trees. Bucking. Had zero issues aside from its a big saw… Hope you don’t have any more issues with it. Hang in there!
Well, its good to know. I prefer husky, have a 562 and 550 that work well. My stihl 026 still runs well with a 16 inch bar. I had a stihl 391 that cut really well if, and it was a big if, I could get it started.
Very unpopular question. A stripped screw hole and a broken cover are likely related. Waiting a month for a simple hose repair speaks to the repair facility not getting to work. Thats a few minute job.
The hose being broken, when the saw is ported doesnt the clutch have to come off which means likely the oil pump hose will be removed?
It really sounds like these problems stem from the work done to the saw.
If im off base thats fine, but i dont really feel i am.
Have 2 357xps to make one whole older saw but always will like em.
I'm thinking that mumma racoon was halfway up the inside of that hollow tree when it went over 😂 Also, I know they're cute, but don't pick up the babies as you put your smell on them, which can lead the parents to abandon them.
That is why one was left behind.
@@2009waterfall1 I was going to say the same thing. The one he handled was probably abandoned by mom.
@@wb6anp Gosh I hope not! I hope the little guy was just anxious to get out of there.
❤ Husqvarna saludos desde la Republica Dominicana ❤ 272xp
weird because i have not heard anyone that i know have any issues with their 592.
So thats very interesting I'll have to keep a ear open for anything further issues
The saw review/nature show of the year!
7:32 The company is named Stihl not still - You have to pronounce it like the English word 'steel' . The founder Andreas Stihl is German (Swabian) and an h after a vowel makes it a long vowel in the German language.
@@LeeTillbury Not how you like it, you should use the correct pronunciation if you know it. It's bad behavior if you know it better. I don't think you would like if someone would mangle the pronunciation of your name, county, city, state, etc. and always say it wrong where you can hear it....
No one cares.
Nobody cares, bro. We all know what he means.
If you pronounce something incorrectly and someone corrects you, why would you not use the correct pronunciation? Arrogant and rude to continue to mispronounce name incorrectly. As to the “who cares” comment, is isn’t worth commenting on. That person is a lost cause.
We had two 572’s. One constantly had tuning problems and the other one was stolen. Now we use 500i’s. Still got a 395 though.
Mostly I am hearing about how ever since you tinkered with it the saw was unreliable. I have had mine for over a year of hard use with zero issues stock.
Yup. Shouldn't have dicked around with it.
The inly issue he mentioned that could have anything to do with the port work is it not wanting to idle. How does the oiler not working or the pull start breaking have anything to do with port work?
The faulty oil hose, the starter assembly breaking, the bolts stripping, and the tensioner breaking are all issues that have absolutely nothing to do with porting a saw. Professionals get saws ported all the time, for decades, and these aren't issues that come from that. The only thing that would be caused by his tinkering is the idling issue, which wouldn't be an issue if the saw was tuneable.
Might’ve just gotten a lemon, it happens.
@Lad-zn6fn the starter could have broken bc of increased compression. When they port the cylinder, they also cut squish and plug the decompression valve.
57 seconds ago, Jake spoiling us here!
My 572 has been my big saw for climbing as long as ive had a big saw. I bought it cause it was more afforsable than the 462 - now ive ran both a lot and to me the 572 cuts a lot better than the 46. Stock tho. Itd be cool to see you get a ported one. To be fair itdoes feel a lot heavier than the 462.
Have had my 592 for 2 years. 1 issue, dealer fixed instantly. Strong reliable saw. Full time winter logging hardwood logs northern wisconsin. Is the saw modded? If so then everything is on you.
It has indeed been ported.
I gather he is a punk, at best.
I look over all the ground I work in just in case. Luckily that family was mature enough.
Have y’all ever came across a spiked tree that them dang tree huggers spike? Enjoy your videos from central Fl.
Sometimes you get a lemon…I’ve got a 572 with a SF muffler and it rips. Absolutely no issues. Maybe the 592 model has issues idk.
I believe he has issues. Mine had little issues dealer fixed been awesome. Cutting hardwood timber northern wisconsin.
Poor Isaac, he gets the FNG treatment in every vid.
Jake, it sounds like you are in an abusive relationship with that saw. 😂
I’ve gotta say there’s very little wrong with stock modern autotune saws. The fact you’ve had someone mess with it sounds like the cause of most of your issues.
Really like your videos ! BUT TWO... OOPS THREE... QUESTIONS !
1.) Why are you guys ... NOT ALWAYS WEARING EYE PROTECTION ?!?.. (RHETORICAL..)
2.) Why most of the time... NO GLOVES?.?
3.) I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL TREE CUTTING EXPERT... But, I always thought that after cutting the "V' notch out, it was best?.. to make the STRAIGHT CUT from the back about 2-ish inches higher than the front cut for a better "HINGE" !
Awh the baby raccoons so cute
Please do a Stihl MS 261 review!
Best commercial for Stihl
I'm not so sure about that.
Maybe you got a lemon.
In my opinion I think manufacturers need to step it up a bit because nothing you buy these days is built to last AT ALL. We get lucky sometimes but all manufacturers not just for saws but for all products down to tvs and etc are all making worse products and I get thst they don't stsy in business if things last for forever but it'd be nice for things to last a little longer than they do
Love your videos, great content.
What is the combo can that you use for your fuel and oil? Is it available on Sappy Supplies?
I came and I "SAW"😂!
Are you SURE it’s not worse than the Chinese Stihl clone?😅
Love the honesty about THIS saw, especially in light of how much you like Husky saws in general.
Maybe if one would not throw your saws around , drop them on the ground , they may last longer . The case is only , a plastic composite . Just a thought
do you think the husqvarna 266xp a good chainsaw?
Would be really interesting to hear what Husky has to say about this. Best thing they could do is take a good look at it and learn from what you've said
1 guy had an issue. Obviously watching this clown do treework he will have problems with whatever he touches.
Good thing you high stumped it
Hey Jake I run a lot of husky’s the idle issue can be resolved with an auto tune reset you should have asked red beard when you got the 540 and the 592 how to do it because you can do it out ing the field. The saw is fresh off the bench it dosent know its tune.
9:00 I don't even know how to spell syphillis but holy Christ I'm howling laughing 😂😂😂
Awesome bro.
Why didnt you at least cut a higher stump so that the raccons could keep their home until theyve matured enough to move away from the nest?
"We bent my ... " LOL