Thanks for clarifying the “fives”. I had no idea about this series of pro “sleeper” saws and that they’re basically the same as their counterparts. This helped me in my decision to buy. I was originally going to buy a 562 but got a great deal on a 565 for basically the same price as the 562.I liked the idea of the 572 platform but making power with less RPMS and the second generation autotune. The autotune seems spot on and the saw exceeded my expectations.Thanks Walt and Bob for your contributions to the saw hobby!
I bought my 555 in 2017 and I absolutely love it! It has all the power i need for most applications, I also have a 371 and 288 for jobs that require extra grunt but I don't like lugging them around all day for firewood duty. That's where the 555 beats them ,it's just easier to work with when doing firewood. Thanks for making a point on the odd ball 5 series 👏 👍
I can say that ive gotten into the idea of the odd numbers as well, first saw was a 445xtorq, 2nd saw is a 365, and now my 3rd saw is a 394. Which i think im really going to enjoy since it doesnt have the high top air filter cover like the 395 does. So of my 3 saws, only 1 says its actual cc's in the numbers, all the rest are rated higher.
Thanks guys, another great discussion.. In this video Bob points out that the 545 has an easy start mechanism that can be fit to the 550xp. I have a 550 Mk I and tried this. I ordered the starter assembly for $20 and installed it on the starter cover and that went fine. However, when replacing the cover\starter assby on the saw, it wouldn’t seat correctly without binding. The problem is with the 550 Mk I’s starter pawls. The 550’s are flat and the 545’s are bent at a right angle. So, if you have a 550 Mk I and do this conversion, just know to order the 545-pawl kit at the same time you get the new starter assby.
good video. iam about a hour from bobs and would have never known but thanks to your videos I have bought few saws and had some great work done on older saws.
Pumped to catch the new Junkpile series! Would also be keen to find out more about the upgrades to the crank, bearings and pistons on the new 562😉👍 Thanks for the info 👍
Wow, who knew so many? I have two Huskies since 2004, so endurance and reliable starting are as important as power is to me. A chain sharpened for the saw I use is more critical than the horsepower and I like things I can work on. Sell me a strong crank and case and I can deal with the rest. KISS is my mantra; that and a hot spark! When it comes to buying a new saw (recent) I rely on my dealer to sort this crap out.
I love the looks of all these new husqvarna saws. Bought a 550xp a few weeks ago and it’s an animal! Also I still use a old 365 that’s actually a 65cc saw not like the newer 365 that’s a 70 cc
Super interested in the builds unlike many your grabbing the bull by the horns. I love the 2series saws but I'm ready to purchase some of the 5series soon. Thanks for both of you guys contributions to saw logic.
Absolutely great video !! Ive been waiting for this one to come out !! I recently purchased the 565at as here in Australia the price gap is huge between the 565 and the 572 !! Our prices here in Australia are basically double your price there 565AT $1529 , 562xp $1589 , and 572xp $1890 . So as you can see quite a big price gap !! Thanks for the info guys and love your banter !! Keep it up
THX you guys im buying my first pro saw soon and a nice start in the pro series is the 545 IM leaving the stihl camp love stihl but i like even the look of the husqvarna much better. 5 series AWESOME review
I've been looking at the 555 the last couple of days. 60 cc, low vibrations, autotune, fuel level indicator ++, it's perfect for me. I think the price is a bit stiff (where I live), so I'm currently waiting for the price to drop a bit. (I receive price monitoring alerts by email.)
I appreciate your very helpful videos. Entertaining and informative. I bought a Holzfforma G373xp after watching the evolution of this saw. It has been a beast! And very reliable. It would be a treat to cut wood with you and Bob. Thanks
Just to let you know. The new 562 filter kits will fit on 2260’s as well without hindrance. The top cover just fits. I have them on both my 2260’s. Nice video
@@spike6020 No problem Bob! One thing you and Walt might to clarify with the “5” saws is that they also aren’t available with heated handles unless you did and I missed it. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge. Can’t wait for your 585/592 video
They should just call the 5 series saws what they are i.e. 550. Then call the xp an XP i.e. 550XP. No more confusion. Great content. I caught a 545 and so far I love it.
They could have done a better job of marketing the “fives”. Even the dealers are confused. Baileys has them listed with the farm/ranch saws and not the pro models comparing them to plastic 391s and 460 Ranchers, Really! I just bought a 565 and love it. I was originally going to buy a 562 but I got a 565 for the same price so why not. I actually like that it makes power with less rpm and I think it will last longer than a 572.
@@afleetcommand I'm glad to hear that you are still liking it! I'm trying to get a 565 right now and nobody out west has one (or any saws for that matter ) I might have to call Bob and see if he can ship me one
So great looking saws all around, if I’m wanting a 60cc saw and price aside why am I wanting to pick the 555 over the 562xp? Just curious as it seems like allot of trouble for them to produce two saws that are so similar. Those 5 models are very intriguing is the power band wider and less peaky?
$100 between the 565 and the 576 . We get ripped in Australia because it's $600 difference between the 2 , but in saying that I'll be the proud owner of a new 565 tomorrow and possibly a 130 as well for the smaller stuff .
Have to say the 572 is snappier with better throttle response, but I like my 565 as a go to saw. Actions speak volumes. BUT I realize many will prefer the 572 for a variety of reasons. For a solid work saw, u won't go wrong with either.
@@afleetcommand I did strongly consider the 576 for that reason but I'm only a weekend warrior and I have the idea that because the 565 isn't crazy it might last longer before I need to rebuild it
What's the part number for that $20 kit for the 545 starter on the 550XP? I look at the EPD and I see the number for the different pieces, but not for the kit?
tried three time to delete and repost, but Facebook just would not update and cooperate. No idea why....but there it is :) "Click Bait" lol! Bob does mention it, and I for one can't wait for them to come out as so much coverage is happening online with the "other" brand. Takes the "oxygen" from moment like the release of a new model. Husqvarna doesn't understand the internet as well as the competition I'm beginning to believe.
Great video. The 555 and 562 grouped together. I wonder where the 560 (not sold in the US) would fall in the pairings. I think it's has a small mount bar.
yeah, I agree. I also get why, it's as much about moving the center of mass closer to the center line of the saw as anything, I rather have day to day convenience
I have 2014 365 x torq ground and polished the side covers put a muffler on it it seems to really get with it but I was thinking of buying a 372 or 572 any thoughts? Cut 10-12 cord a year thanks!! You two always provide a plethora of information
New 372's are a "reliability" upgrade for sure, they sorted them out pretty well. The 572 is a few bucks more and much more "solid", bigger bearings and just another generation ahead. Great saw. Autotunes take a little bit of learning to understand but once u are familiar its tough to go back to conventional. The advantage of the new 2021 372 is you are familiar with them, and all the tweaks that work on those still do. Can really hot rod them. A 572 is "right" out of the box. So its really what you want. More of what u have with a more "developed" 372 or Autotune with a pretty advanced and robust saw. Another one to put in the mix is a 565, Less up front than either one and another real solid 70cc option. Focus on reliability vs. pushing the edge in performance.
Thanks looked you guys up little less than 3hrs away might take a ride next week come see ya possible to try 372 or 572? Compare it to my 365? Any day better than another? Thanks
@@danielmitchell2659 If you have a 365XT with the restrictor plates ground off, then you already have a 372 of your own creation as that is the only difference other than the air filters. Be great to have you visit the shop Dan. So few opportunities to meet channel folks,. But call ahead to let me know when your coming as I can be in and out this time of year. Also to check availability of what you might want. Just about out of 372's and don't expect ,ore until late March. Got plenty of 572's and 565's. 845-657-6395
372XP 372, 562XP 562 etc they would sell a lot more 565s, 555s etc. Poor marketing is all. If you need the eXtra Power you buy it. Also offer a dealer fitted upgrade to full XP spec. Options and choice is normally profitable and creates brand loyalty.
I'm no expert, just an Aussie with a few huskies. A difference I see between the 555 & 562 is the different bar mount. Comparatively we have the 556 with thhe large bar mount. What would you have preferred?
true 555 is small mount, the 556 & 562 large mount. ALSO the 555 & 556 have "non stuffer" crankshafts and back when I was focused on them, a corresponding different ignition & carb set up as well. in the 2015-16 one had the el47 the other el48's. And different filter and cover arraignments too.
My dad is looking for a firewood saw he has a jones red 630 and husqvarna 385 he’s having a hard time starting them, he does cut some big for firewood but usually a 24 inch bar do you think the 545 or the 550xp would run a 24” bar with good power and start easy do they have decompression buttons I’ve been eying up the 545 but can you put a 24 bar on it?
My 20” Stihl 391 melts through logs th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 but I find myself grabbing this Oregon more because it’s quit and theirs no engine maintenance. You still need to maintain the chain and bar though. It cuts great even though it doesn’t have the power or weight of a gas saw, and the bucking spikes work really well, almost too well actually. I actually burnt up the motor on my first one using the bucking spikes. I pushed it too much through cottonwood, but I liked it enough to buy a second one. I make sure not to get the motor too hot now and it’s been running great. It’s still heavy enough with enough power to melt through most cuts too. When it stops cutting so well make sure there aren’t wood chips stuck in the chain and don’t let the chips clog the saw. Remember when you see sawdust instead of chips it’s time to sharpen the chain. I tried the self sharpening, I didn’t think it worked that well. I like that when you let go of the trigger the chain stops almost immediately. It’s tool less adjustment and bar removal is a snap. Like all saws they leak bar oil, so don’t store it full, and open the cap just a little to prevent pressure from ambient temperature changes. I store it on a piece of cardboard on a tote lid to contain any mess. Make sure you get some bar oil with the saw, it comes with just enough for you to start cutting but run out before you’re finished with whatever you’re cutting.
Man those saws are cheap there. I live much much closer to Sweden just below Finland and the 572xp costs 1580usd here. Close to double the price. Makes no sense.
Walt, is Bob replacing the decomp's at all with the new saws? I look for reliability with mine. Hence why I am still running some old Mac's, an old farmboss(MS290) and my triple nickel.
I guess my first reaction is why leave a perfectly good 346 and 365 behind. But since you are tuned into the community and will care about performance / perceptions, the 562 is best. If just makin money is the concern , reliability a big factor as well...555. How is that? I understand the "power" of the different mediums and if you HAD a 555, would always be looking at the 562 and wondering WHY you didn't fork out the cash for more performance.
Either the 555 or 562 would be a good fir between the 346 and 365. Depending on what size wood you most often cut, it could end up getting the most use of the 3.
I run a 20'' on my 555. I cut mostly red and sugar maple, ash, cherry and yellow birch. That's pretty much the max in hardwood. I wouldn't hesitate putting a 24'' in softwood.
Part number for that kit is 599 289 201. Retail is $20. This kit only fits the new M2 versions of the 545 and 550. Original Gen 1 saws have a different set up.
@@spike6020 thanks Bob, I bought a m2 last year and my dad is 70 with a torn rotator cuff so maybe this will be his old man saw and ill get myself a 585 :)
It was in massachusetts, it was a property maintenance company going out of business. He had a 545 for $225 also. Wish I had gotten to him a little bit faster. Also what is the part number for that starter assembly my father in law would probably really like it installed on my 550xp when he helps with firewood 😂. Great channel love the info you put out on here and the forums.
Nope...cases crank even cylinder casting & piston are the same as the pro counterparts. That's the point. Go back and take a look at the video I did years back on the 555/562 series and building the "UOMS" 560 from a bunch of parts
That maybe a reason, but also those are "toned down" a bit and for block and tackle production saws or tree service saws for a crew, cost less; have the same higher end internal components. You can argue as a result should last a little longer. SO a business might actually see a economic advantage. Say they are buying ten saws for a highway department. at 100 per saw, that's 1000 bucks. And "production" isn't a factor on the highway "tree crew" but the saws life expectancy might be. Where the xp is more focused on the situation production over life expectancy and initial cost IS the driving factor. And the funny thing is the hobby type will never get it, and the pro from his perspective will never egt the pro with the "other" priority set. Why the free market exists. Me? I think a 565 is the perfect blend of price, torque, speed, and durability over the 100 dollar more 572. See what I mean? If I articulate that, there will be a gazillion hobby cookie types who would attack that position.
@@afleetcommand I see what you are saying. Fleet saws are built at a price and work like a Husky Rancher. They have to be as tough as a Russian military hole puncher because the users don't know the difference between a bar and blade. Pros are making money with their saws and as long as the paper is in their pocket, they keep buying what works. They don't want to fiddle with the saws. Rip the cord, cut trees, get paid. Then on the other side is the hot saw hotshots, who only care about racing. They will blow up 5 saws just for tenths of a second on a cut. Rip the cord, cut cookies, and..... you can fill in the blank. 2 different camps with 1 thing in common: they know how to spend money. I appreciate Spike's and your knowledge. I especially like your opinion on, "will it put wood in the truck". You guys examine the in and outs of harvesting firewood and how there are many ways to do it with many different saws. I gravitate towards Farmer Jones or junk pile builds myself. Thank you and Happy Trails
Ahhhhh. guess we shouldn't have shown the prices. LOL We are kind of aggressive on saw pricing, as there are an awful lot of dealers in any market. Please don't bang your local dealers over the head with those prices. Not my intention to give any of them grief. Everyone needs to run their shop the way they feel is best.
He only takes on local stuff in the Catskill's area of NY. And no long has a web site. He's on the Eastern Side of the Catskills; Just North-West of Kingston NY off rt28
Both nice saws. I have access to Husqvarna so that's where I go, but if you have a better Stihl dealer arrangement THAT would be the right choice. Support, What "feels" right running them, and parts more than the bits and bites of a spec sheet should be the deciding factor, both excellent saws.
Compression. I know you and bob think I am a wus but I cranked up a stock, well worn 394 this morning with three pulls, witnessed. Two pulls to roll over, choke off, one pull to start. It was 44 degrees this morning. Even my One Pull Charlie, my MAC 3216, took two pulls. I did not even try to crank my 460. I am not a glutton for punishment.
@@spike6020 bob, 44 is cold to me. I know you and Walt think 44 is a heat wave but not me. Anything below 70 is cold to me. You guys would melt in our 100 degree summer days. In Thomasville, GA where I lived for 35 years, I have played golf on days when I was wringing wet after walking just three holes. The humidity is what gets you and 105 at 70%rh will eat you alive. Most days in the summer it was worse than Nam, if that is possible.
Truth...I spent a lot of time in the Ozark Alabama area as a kid.. no problem. Then as an adult while STILL in Colorado, had to go for a week on business to Huntsville....( Intergraph ) and remember stepping off the plane and feeling like I stepped INTO a furnace, hunted air conditioning all week :)
@@afleetcommand if you lived in north Alabama it ain’t nothing like South Georgia. My wife and I grew up in the Atlanta area and she called South Georgia, hell Georgia. I just said it was as hot as hell and Huntsville is nothing like Thomasville. The problem in SC is the wind. It blows down the Appalachian mountain chain, meteorologists call it a wedge and I just say cold as hell. It will blow right through your jacket and I only wear a tee shirt under my jacket. I am a Scot, I like a tee shirt and shorts and the weather commensurate with their use.
I'm beginning to warm up to these recoil starter assists whether it's Stihl or Husky. Is this evolution reducing the necessity for a compression release on the high compression/bigger saws? I ask because I was given a Stihl MS250 w/o assist but quick adjust chain tentioner. I retroed a standard tentioner but w/it's high comp, it kicks if I don't pay attention. I'm thinking of putting on the spring loaded recoil. Thanx for the roundup. :)
yeah, I hear that type of thing regularly. Is it a first gen or mk 2? If it's a MK2 do a field tune. I have a video showing how done a year or two ago. Any one can do it and it makes a huge difference. The first gen 550's had a bunch of issues. And some had cylinders build in China as well that had issues. Common t see flywheel side seals fail. If it's a first generation still try a field tune, if not go on Facebook, join the "Husqvarna Autotunes Only" group and either work with someone to fix it or sell it. I'll give you $100 if it's dead and complete. Of course I also get a lot of stuff like this from those just trying to generate hate towards something they don't understand and don't actually have. I get more of those than the real thing. Once in a while these are real...so your response will let us all know. If it's new, there may be a warranty issue, so bring it back to your dealer.
No but it doesn't surprise me, Husqvarna Brazil still makes a version of the 288! So why not? The OE version of the 372 had better power to weight and better reliability than the first of the X-torqs, so w/o the "epa" mentality why not make the OE's?
@@afleetcommand Before buying it I had him send me pictures of the casting Marks on the outside of the transfer ports and a picture of the carburetor. It's legit oem kusky So I bought it. I wonder if there's a market here for those who want a new original 372.
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Those 545 and 550 mkii are awesome i want 555
"Well, we`ve got a nice plastic saw for You Sir..." 🤣
You old school guys rule !
It's always an overflow of info when you and Bob get together. Thanks Walt
Shop is in Shokan, NY in the Hudson Valley. Not East of the Catskills, but right smack in the middle of them. Beautiful area here.
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Thanks for clarifying the “fives”. I had no idea about this series of pro “sleeper” saws and that they’re basically the same as their counterparts. This helped me in my decision to buy. I was originally going to buy a 562 but got a great deal on a 565 for basically the same price as the 562.I liked the idea of the 572 platform but making power with less RPMS and the second generation autotune. The autotune seems spot on and the saw exceeded my expectations.Thanks Walt and Bob for your contributions to the saw hobby!
I bought my 555 in 2017 and I absolutely love it! It has all the power i need for most applications, I also have a 371 and 288 for jobs that require extra grunt but I don't like lugging them around all day for firewood duty. That's where the 555 beats them ,it's just easier to work with when doing firewood. Thanks for making a point on the odd ball 5 series 👏 👍
That's right Ron. The saw doesn't need to have an XP decal to handle the job.
I can say that ive gotten into the idea of the odd numbers as well, first saw was a 445xtorq, 2nd saw is a 365, and now my 3rd saw is a 394. Which i think im really going to enjoy since it doesnt have the high top air filter cover like the 395 does. So of my 3 saws, only 1 says its actual cc's in the numbers, all the rest are rated higher.
Thanks guys, another great discussion.. In this video Bob points out that the 545 has an easy start mechanism that can be fit to the 550xp. I have a 550 Mk I and tried this. I ordered the starter assembly for $20 and installed it on the starter cover and that went fine. However, when replacing the cover\starter assby on the saw, it wouldn’t seat correctly without binding. The problem is with the 550 Mk I’s starter pawls. The 550’s are flat and the 545’s are bent at a right angle. So, if you have a 550 Mk I and do this conversion, just know to order the 545-pawl kit at the same time you get the new starter assby.
Good information :)
good video. iam about a hour from bobs and would have never known but thanks to your videos I have bought few saws and had some great work done on older saws.
Pumped to catch the new Junkpile series!
Would also be keen to find out more about the upgrades to the crank, bearings and pistons on the new 562😉👍
Thanks for the info 👍
Herd of turtles! That was a classic in my household as well!
Love this video. I’ve shared it many times to help settle debates about the "other" 5 series saws. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Wow, who knew so many? I have two Huskies since 2004, so endurance and reliable starting are as important as power is to me. A chain sharpened for the saw I use is more critical than the horsepower and I like things I can work on. Sell me a strong crank and case and I can deal with the rest. KISS is my mantra; that and a hot spark! When it comes to buying a new saw (recent) I rely on my dealer to sort this crap out.
I love my 550xp (Pre Mark II) with decompression button...........great saw
I love the looks of all these new husqvarna saws. Bought a 550xp a few weeks ago and it’s an animal! Also I still use a old 365 that’s actually a 65cc saw not like the newer 365 that’s a 70 cc
Great video,Walt and Bob,answered the questions i had about the 565&545
My 2005 345 is the best saw I own, love it.
Super interested in the builds unlike many your grabbing the bull by the horns. I love the 2series saws but I'm ready to purchase some of the 5series soon. Thanks for both of you guys contributions to saw logic.
565 is my favorite. I have a 357 xp that I absolutely love and I bought the 565 and am completely bonified
To bad Bob lives so far away, I would love to buy my next saw from him!!!
But I agree, lets just cut lots of firewood!!!!
Always great info at the saw shop. Great video!!
Absolutely great video !! Ive been waiting for this one to come out !! I recently purchased the 565at as here in Australia the price gap is huge between the 565 and the 572 !! Our prices here in Australia are basically double your price there 565AT $1529 , 562xp $1589 , and 572xp $1890 . So as you can see quite a big price gap !! Thanks for the info guys and love your banter !! Keep it up
THX you guys im buying my first pro saw soon and a nice start in the pro series is the 545 IM leaving the stihl camp love stihl but i like even the look of the husqvarna much better. 5 series AWESOME review
One of my favorite saws 353.
I'm rebuilding a 353 this week😉👍
Had a 353 for 15 years. Great light saw.
I've been looking at the 555 the last couple of days.
60 cc, low vibrations, autotune, fuel level indicator ++, it's perfect for me.
I think the price is a bit stiff (where I live), so I'm currently waiting for the price to drop a bit. (I receive price monitoring alerts by email.)
I appreciate your very helpful videos. Entertaining and informative. I bought a Holzfforma G373xp after watching the evolution of this saw. It has been a beast! And very reliable. It would be a treat to cut wood with you and Bob. Thanks
Thanks for the video i didn't know that. But i do like the one's with the bigger round breather. To much snow for me!
Just to let you know. The new 562 filter kits will fit on 2260’s as well without hindrance. The top cover just fits. I have them on both my 2260’s. Nice video
Thanks for the info!
Thanks Mike; I was wondering if that rounder Jonsered cover would fit or not.
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No problem Bob! One thing you and Walt might to clarify with the “5” saws is that they also aren’t available with heated handles unless you did and
I missed it. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge. Can’t wait for your 585/592 video
Great Videos and information. Thanks.
They should just call the 5 series saws what they are i.e. 550. Then call the xp an XP i.e. 550XP. No more confusion. Great content. I caught a 545 and so far I love it.
still love it?
@@harryharry3193 I can speak for myself...the 545 m2 is excellent 👌
They could have done a better job of marketing the “fives”. Even the dealers are confused. Baileys has them listed with the farm/ranch saws and not the pro models comparing them to plastic 391s and 460 Ranchers, Really! I just bought a 565 and love it. I was originally going to buy a 562 but I got a 565 for the same price so why not. I actually like that it makes power with less rpm and I think it will last longer than a 572.
After this video, And the amount of camera time the 565 was getting, I knew Walt would buy one soon 🤣.
Hey, I just liked it and absolutely glad I did get one. Did not disappoint
@@afleetcommand I'm glad to hear that you are still liking it! I'm trying to get a 565 right now and nobody out west has one (or any saws for that matter ) I might have to call Bob and see if he can ship me one
Mate!!!😲😲😲 it's good.😆 to see the team together hi bob my man! !!!! Good.😆! !!! Bloody show Cheers.👍 Walt 👌👌👍👍✊✊💪💪💪
What's up Len? Our days are getting longer, so yours must be getting shorter.
@@spike6020 yes it is still hot here busy as 😆 darker in the mornings . Love winter hehe.👍
The 5 series nice look but i cant get past that primer bubble now more then ever when i heard it skweek. OMG.😝
So great looking saws all around, if I’m wanting a 60cc saw and price aside why am I wanting to pick the 555 over the 562xp? Just curious as it seems like allot of trouble for them to produce two saws that are so similar. Those 5 models are very intriguing is the power band wider and less peaky?
the 555 & 565 both pull at a lower RPM than the stuffer crank counterparts, but sign off sooner as well.
😲😲😲 did I see bob!!!!!!! What!!!!!😲😲😲mate!!!! Sorry have to watch this tomorrow late here in new Zealand 😆.💪 I put it on save👌👍👍💪💪💪💪
👍👍👍 THANKS Lots of good info. 👍👍👍
$100 between the 565 and the 576 .
We get ripped in Australia because it's $600 difference between the 2 , but in saying that I'll be the proud owner of a new 565 tomorrow and possibly a 130 as well for the smaller stuff .
Have to say the 572 is snappier with better throttle response, but I like my 565 as a go to saw. Actions speak volumes. BUT I realize many will prefer the 572 for a variety of reasons. For a solid work saw, u won't go wrong with either.
@@afleetcommand I did strongly consider the 576 for that reason but I'm only a weekend warrior and I have the idea that because the 565 isn't crazy it might last longer before I need to rebuild it
What's the part number for that $20 kit for the 545 starter on the 550XP? I look at the EPD and I see the number for the different pieces, but not for the kit?
Great vid!
You forgot the 592xp/585 NDA in the first title 😁
Best regards! 🤝🤝
tried three time to delete and repost, but Facebook just would not update and cooperate. No idea why....but there it is :) "Click Bait" lol! Bob does mention it, and I for one can't wait for them to come out as so much coverage is happening online with the "other" brand. Takes the "oxygen" from moment like the release of a new model. Husqvarna doesn't understand the internet as well as the competition I'm beginning to believe.
@@afleetcommand Yeap, can't wait until july :D
I think 592xp will be a very fast stock chainsaw...
I didn’t know the 565 even existed.
With lack of crank stuffers and a different filter and cover....is there some weight savings?
About 100 grams
This salesman knows his shit. Where is he located? Website? Order and ship? I like his knowledge of product 👍👍
Yeah he's unique. Not just a sales man. That's his business. And he's the saw mechanic as well.
@@afleetcommand yeah I can tell. What’s his business name? Website? Location? Thanks
Great video. The 555 and 562 grouped together. I wonder where the 560 (not sold in the US) would fall in the pairings. I think it's has a small mount bar.
I'm sure a properly sharpened chain on a 5 series will out perform a poorly sharpened chain on an XP any day
truth right there
Very cool
I don’t like the way this guy handles the saw. Be gentle!
Love my 565
I can't believe the prices on those saws
That's typical around here, at least three places within driving distance around here are priced the same
Will they ship them for that price plus shipping?
Only thing I hate about the 545 is it’s got the outboard clutch( backwards clutch that sticks out of the housing)
yeah, I agree. I also get why, it's as much about moving the center of mass closer to the center line of the saw as anything, I rather have day to day convenience
What’s the parts number for the pulley kit that fits the 550?
I would love a 572 if the price was right.
Add to watch list, just got a 2252
Like to see mr bob and mr walter together!!!!
Good prices on them saws Where are they located
read the comments, he posted the number, he's just east of the catskills in NY
I really thing the 545 but can you get a 24” bar been looking around for that
550 in the 560 to add the same exact air filter and a 550 XP air filter is about $18 cheaper the same exact thing they bought radon
I have 2014 365 x torq ground and polished the side covers put a muffler on it it seems to really get with it but I was thinking of buying a 372 or 572 any thoughts? Cut 10-12 cord a year thanks!! You two always provide a plethora of information
New 372's are a "reliability" upgrade for sure, they sorted them out pretty well. The 572 is a few bucks more and much more "solid", bigger bearings and just another generation ahead. Great saw. Autotunes take a little bit of learning to understand but once u are familiar its tough to go back to conventional. The advantage of the new 2021 372 is you are familiar with them, and all the tweaks that work on those still do. Can really hot rod them. A 572 is "right" out of the box. So its really what you want. More of what u have with a more "developed" 372 or Autotune with a pretty advanced and robust saw. Another one to put in the mix is a 565, Less up front than either one and another real solid 70cc option. Focus on reliability vs. pushing the edge in performance.
Thanks looked you guys up little less than 3hrs away might take a ride next week come see ya possible to try 372 or 572? Compare it to my 365? Any day better than another? Thanks
@@danielmitchell2659 If you have a 365XT with the restrictor plates ground off, then you already have a 372 of your own creation as that is the only difference other than the air filters. Be great to have you visit the shop Dan. So few opportunities to meet channel folks,. But call ahead to let me know when your coming as I can be in and out this time of year. Also to check availability of what you might want. Just about out of 372's and don't expect ,ore until late March. Got plenty of 572's and 565's. 845-657-6395
372XP 372, 562XP 562 etc they would sell a lot more 565s, 555s etc. Poor marketing is all. If you need the eXtra Power you buy it. Also offer a dealer fitted upgrade to full XP spec. Options and choice is normally profitable and creates brand loyalty.
well, nice price tags u have there :) Curent prices here in eu is 1100usd for 560XP, 1320usd for 572xp... :( fckin covid-19
the xp are the hot rod models
If you where going to buy witch one would you get if money was not issue 🤔
750 for a 572 2 years ago :( there 1100 almost now depending on wat bar u get now
yup
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What’s in those two boxes?!!!!
I'm no expert, just an Aussie with a few huskies. A difference I see between the 555 & 562 is the different bar mount. Comparatively we have the 556 with thhe large bar mount. What would you have preferred?
true 555 is small mount, the 556 & 562 large mount. ALSO the 555 & 556 have "non stuffer" crankshafts and back when I was focused on them, a corresponding different ignition & carb set up as well. in the 2015-16 one had the el47 the other el48's. And different filter and cover arraignments too.
My dad is looking for a firewood saw he has a jones red 630 and husqvarna 385 he’s having a hard time starting them, he does cut some big for firewood but usually a 24 inch bar do you think the 545 or the 550xp would run a 24” bar with good power and start easy do they have decompression buttons I’ve been eying up the 545 but can you put a 24 bar on it?
Maybe, they exist but unless u are cutting soft wood not sure if that's the best plan.
Go big or stay home. 575xp all
Day long. And no... The 372 does
Not blow it out of the water.
I have a 576, a 572, and a variety of 372's. One year after buying my 565 , they are all shelf sitters
What is the difference between the 365 and 565??
My 20” Stihl 391 melts through logs th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 but I find myself grabbing this Oregon more because it’s quit and theirs no engine maintenance. You still need to maintain the chain and bar though. It cuts great even though it doesn’t have the power or weight of a gas saw, and the bucking spikes work really well, almost too well actually. I actually burnt up the motor on my first one using the bucking spikes. I pushed it too much through cottonwood, but I liked it enough to buy a second one. I make sure not to get the motor too hot now and it’s been running great. It’s still heavy enough with enough power to melt through most cuts too. When it stops cutting so well make sure there aren’t wood chips stuck in the chain and don’t let the chips clog the saw. Remember when you see sawdust instead of chips it’s time to sharpen the chain. I tried the self sharpening, I didn’t think it worked that well. I like that when you let go of the trigger the chain stops almost immediately. It’s tool less adjustment and bar removal is a snap. Like all saws they leak bar oil, so don’t store it full, and open the cap just a little to prevent pressure from ambient temperature changes. I store it on a piece of cardboard on a tote lid to contain any mess. Make sure you get some bar oil with the saw, it comes with just enough for you to start cutting but run out before you’re finished with whatever you’re cutting.
war is your shop at
Man those saws are cheap there. I live much much closer to Sweden just below Finland and the 572xp costs 1580usd here. Close to double the price. Makes no sense.
Alvar Lipp, nope, not at all.
Where is this saw shop? Here in Va a 572 is $999!
Mass also!
How are these new Huskies with the bar oil leaking entertainment?
Walt, is Bob replacing the decomp's at all with the new saws? I look for reliability with mine. Hence why I am still running some old Mac's, an old farmboss(MS290) and my triple nickel.
not that I know of
Reliability and Macs? That's Walt's favorite combo.
Check out the prices on the same saws at pile Hardware Charleston West Virginia on their website Bob could even raise his prices a couple hundred LOL
OR your dealer can make more of an impact relative to the competition :)
So would a firewood cutter who has a NE 346XP and 365 XT w/TC mod. be better off going with a new version 555 or 562XP?
I guess my first reaction is why leave a perfectly good 346 and 365 behind. But since you are tuned into the community and will care about performance / perceptions, the 562 is best. If just makin money is the concern , reliability a big factor as well...555. How is that? I understand the "power" of the different mediums and if you HAD a 555, would always be looking at the 562 and wondering WHY you didn't fork out the cash for more performance.
@@afleetcommand, keeping both current saws. Gonna add one in between the two I currently have. Thanks.
Either the 555 or 562 would be a good fir between the 346 and 365. Depending on what size wood you most often cut, it could end up getting the most use of the 3.
@@spike6020, yeah that's what I was thinking.
Thanks.
I have a 390 XP that has gotten off a little bit . If I have to do a rebuild can it be fitted with a 395 XP jug and piston?
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Not by me, wrong channel :) There IS a guy.....same guy who believes raising the cylinder with gaskets increases a piston's time under pressure :)
whats the largest bar that will fit on a 555?
what would be a better buy, the 555 or 562?
I run a 20'' on my 555. I cut mostly red and sugar maple, ash, cherry and yellow birch. That's pretty much the max in hardwood. I wouldn't hesitate putting a 24'' in softwood.
555 24 small mount
May I know the serial number plate location of the 545 Mark II?
Is it a plate or just a decal?
Under the handle, behind the clutch cover. You probably found it by now.
any idea what the number is for the kit to put a 545 recoil in a 550xp? thanks
Not off the top of my head, ask a dealer and they can get that I'm certain
Part number for that kit is 599 289 201. Retail is $20. This kit only fits the new M2 versions of the 545 and 550. Original Gen 1 saws have a different set up.
@@afleetcommand thanks walt, keep the videos coming!
@@spike6020 thanks Bob, I bought a m2 last year and my dad is 70 with a torn rotator cuff so maybe this will be his old man saw and ill get myself a 585 :)
Looking at a local 565 used he's asking $425 don't know if that's fair or what issues to look for. Just looking for a all around good firewood saw.
A 565...Where is that? I'll buy it if u don't!
It was in massachusetts, it was a property maintenance company going out of business. He had a 545 for $225 also. Wish I had gotten to him a little bit faster. Also what is the part number for that starter assembly my father in law would probably really like it installed on my 550xp when he helps with firewood 😂. Great channel love the info you put out on here and the forums.
Hey guys ... do these "fives" have plastic casings like homeowner saws or magnesium casings like pro models ? Thanks.
Nope...cases crank even cylinder casting & piston are the same as the pro counterparts. That's the point. Go back and take a look at the video I did years back on the 555/562 series and building the "UOMS" 560 from a bunch of parts
@@afleetcommand what's your opinion on 575xp ? Thanks in advance
Why is Husky building companion saws? Is it to bridge price gaps?
That maybe a reason, but also those are "toned down" a bit and for block and tackle production saws or tree service saws for a crew, cost less; have the same higher end internal components. You can argue as a result should last a little longer. SO a business might actually see a economic advantage. Say they are buying ten saws for a highway department. at 100 per saw, that's 1000 bucks. And "production" isn't a factor on the highway "tree crew" but the saws life expectancy might be. Where the xp is more focused on the situation production over life expectancy and initial cost IS the driving factor. And the funny thing is the hobby type will never get it, and the pro from his perspective will never egt the pro with the "other" priority set. Why the free market exists. Me? I think a 565 is the perfect blend of price, torque, speed, and durability over the 100 dollar more 572. See what I mean? If I articulate that, there will be a gazillion hobby cookie types who would attack that position.
@@afleetcommand I see what you are saying.
Fleet saws are built at a price and work like a Husky Rancher. They have to be as tough as a Russian military hole puncher because the users don't know the difference between a bar and blade.
Pros are making money with their saws and as long as the paper is in their pocket, they keep buying what works. They don't want to fiddle with the saws. Rip the cord, cut trees, get paid.
Then on the other side is the hot saw hotshots, who only care about racing. They will blow up 5 saws just for tenths of a second on a cut. Rip the cord, cut cookies, and..... you can fill in the blank.
2 different camps with 1 thing in common: they know how to spend money.
I appreciate Spike's and your knowledge. I especially like your opinion on, "will it put wood in the truck". You guys examine the in and outs of harvesting firewood and how there are many ways to do it with many different saws. I gravitate towards Farmer Jones or junk pile builds myself.
Thank you and Happy Trails
Yup, you pretty much nailed it, and thanks BTW
Ahhhhh. guess we shouldn't have shown the prices. LOL We are kind of aggressive on saw pricing, as there are an awful lot of dealers in any market. Please don't bang your local dealers over the head with those prices. Not my intention to give any of them grief. Everyone needs to run their shop the way they feel is best.
I'll pull it if u want bob ;)
Where is Bobs shop located? Also does he have a website?
He only takes on local stuff in the Catskill's area of NY. And no long has a web site. He's on the Eastern Side of the Catskills; Just North-West of Kingston NY off rt28
How much is the 550xp mark2 up there??
Haven't shopped for one lately so really don't know. Try GK's up here. Or HLSupply down south
What do you think stihl 362 or husqarna 560 ?
Both nice saws. I have access to Husqvarna so that's where I go, but if you have a better Stihl dealer arrangement THAT would be the right choice. Support, What "feels" right running them, and parts more than the bits and bites of a spec sheet should be the deciding factor, both excellent saws.
Compression. I know you and bob think I am a wus but I cranked up a stock, well worn 394 this morning with three pulls, witnessed. Two pulls to roll over, choke off, one pull to start. It was 44 degrees this morning. Even my One Pull Charlie, my MAC 3216, took two pulls. I did not even try to crank my 460. I am not a glutton for punishment.
You're not implying that "it was 44° this morning" means that it's cold, are ya John?
@@spike6020 bob, 44 is cold to me. I know you and Walt think 44 is a heat wave but not me. Anything below 70 is cold to me. You guys would melt in our 100 degree summer days. In Thomasville, GA where I lived for 35 years, I have played golf on days when I was wringing wet after walking just three holes. The humidity is what gets you and 105 at 70%rh will eat you alive. Most days in the summer it was worse than Nam, if that is possible.
Truth...I spent a lot of time in the Ozark Alabama area as a kid.. no problem. Then as an adult while STILL in Colorado, had to go for a week on business to Huntsville....( Intergraph ) and remember stepping off the plane and feeling like I stepped INTO a furnace, hunted air conditioning all week :)
@@afleetcommand if you lived in north Alabama it ain’t nothing like South Georgia. My wife and I grew up in the Atlanta area and she called South Georgia, hell Georgia. I just said it was as hot as hell and Huntsville is nothing like Thomasville. The problem in SC is the wind. It blows down the Appalachian mountain chain, meteorologists call it a wedge and I just say cold as hell. It will blow right through your jacket and I only wear a tee shirt under my jacket. I am a Scot, I like a tee shirt and shorts and the weather commensurate with their use.
Ozark is south Alabama , further south than Savannah. It's hot there
Whats in the box!?!?!
592's
@@spike6020 I thought the release date wasn't until July of this year? Must be test samples?
Yes, they are.
Are those the regular prices and can you get one shipped?
Depends on where you're located; (US only). Store number is 845-657-6395
I'm beginning to warm up to these recoil starter assists whether it's Stihl or Husky. Is this evolution reducing the necessity for a compression release on the high compression/bigger saws?
I ask because I was given a Stihl MS250 w/o assist but quick adjust chain tentioner. I retroed a standard tentioner but w/it's high comp, it kicks if I don't pay attention. I'm thinking of putting on the spring loaded recoil.
Thanx for the roundup. :)
Different design completely than the Stihl, a lot simpler and probably a bit more reliable.
I have a ms 250 with the easy to start system, which I dub easy to not start!
Ihavea 550 xp it won't idle and dies after 5 cuts . Restarts and runs good then stalls. Its less than a year old. Electronic carb. Wtf?
yeah, I hear that type of thing regularly. Is it a first gen or mk 2? If it's a MK2 do a field tune. I have a video showing how done a year or two ago. Any one can do it and it makes a huge difference. The first gen 550's had a bunch of issues. And some had cylinders build in China as well that had issues. Common t see flywheel side seals fail. If it's a first generation still try a field tune, if not go on Facebook, join the "Husqvarna Autotunes Only" group and either work with someone to fix it or sell it. I'll give you $100 if it's dead and complete. Of course I also get a lot of stuff like this from those just trying to generate hate towards something they don't understand and don't actually have. I get more of those than the real thing. Once in a while these are real...so your response will let us all know.
If it's new, there may be a warranty issue, so bring it back to your dealer.
And do u need any sthil parts
Not that I know of, maybe when I get into those 441's I will
Does the 565 have autotune?
yes, and it works wonderfully
Russian Husqvarna new original XP 372??
Have you ever heard of this?
No but it doesn't surprise me, Husqvarna Brazil still makes a version of the 288! So why not? The OE version of the 372 had better power to weight and better reliability than the first of the X-torqs, so w/o the "epa" mentality why not make the OE's?
@@afleetcommand
Before buying it I had him send me pictures of the casting Marks on the outside of the transfer ports and a picture of the carburetor. It's legit oem kusky So I bought it. I wonder if there's a market here for those who want a new original 372.
592? Does he mean 595?
nope
The new saw will be a 592, and the companion "5" model will be a 585.
565 Auto Tune!
Hey walt do you have a 372 you would sale me
No may be this summer I'll sell off some projects, usually just bring them to the farm auctions
My old 50 cc poulan was actually more reliable
Some of the old pre Electrolux Poulans were solid pro level saw....I'll continue in your next comment...