Spike60's Saw College Husqvarna 372xp series Pt2 Some Basic Modifications To Make Then Run Better

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  • Description Sorry about the sound, tried a different camera , one that was rated for under water use.....wow it was TERRIBLE but the information captured was too valuable to simply delete the video. Now its 2020, and the 372 was discontinued...and then re-instated for 2021 ... maybe a redux is appropriate
    This video has a LOT of stuff, I had forgotten we were this far along way back then. Covers some basic cylinder nods, and the no base gasket modification. But also covers WHY the better squish band numbers matter. Not sure that was covered on TH-cam in a meaningful way.
    A GOOD review even to the experienced, and part 1 of this series is also chock full of Jonsered / Husqvarna trivia. Covers MOST of the difference between the Orange and Red saw offerings based on the Husqvarna 372 chassis. There is ONE part that we missed that is different between Jonsered and Husqvarna 372/2171's one part. And it can be a real Pita!! That is the level the chain brake handle slides on to.....the 372 version part number ends with a "1" (537008701 ) the Jonsered a "2" (537008702) and the angle is different to where they will NOT inter change. Can't put the Husqvarna chain brake handle on the Jonsered spec lever, and visa versa.

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  • @afleetcommand
    @afleetcommand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, looking back, this is still one of the most complete two video series on TH-cam.....and he was pitching the 48mm build WAY BACK THEN, check out around minute 13.. :)

    • @Sensei948
      @Sensei948 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Friend, is Meteor piston good for 372 xp saw compared to OEM Mahle? I mean power. Apparently the cylinders are worse? Is it possible to install 1 ring in a pile 372 xp with a new piston as before there were 2 rings ...

    • @Sensei948
      @Sensei948 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      is the muffler gasket 372xp needed?

  • @jeffrose5600
    @jeffrose5600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First time I've seen you an your saw building ilike it very cool. I collect old saws I have 16 of them

  • @Hollywoodhouse74
    @Hollywoodhouse74 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my 372xp... I got it with it not running.. fixed the needle shut off valve in the carb.. new chain sprocket cover... bar and chain.. 32" full skip.. pushing #57 cord on it tomorrow...

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good stuff, ran my for decades. Built some red one and ran them for a while :)

    • @Hollywoodhouse74
      @Hollywoodhouse74 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@afleetcommand I had a lil 55 husky that just screamed... run circles around my ms311... all day long

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Solid old saws, simple too. Believe it or not there was a closed port version that made even better power. Hard to find though & most of that stuff is long since NLS :( Have to find nuggets at old dealerships that are selling out

  • @adkfoothills1973
    @adkfoothills1973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video with some very good information. The newer models have some wonderful advancements, but I still love those 200 series saws.

  • @jamiedalluge9472
    @jamiedalluge9472 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the side view with the case half

  • @Hollywoodhouse74
    @Hollywoodhouse74 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I live in the high desert in oregon. Cutting juniper trees. 372xp runs good.. yet I have to adjust my air mixture screws for winter air, to summer air... not much just a lil bit

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And I had both Autotunes and 365/372's for years. 365/372 for literally decades. After running the 565 for a year I really don't have the desire to go back the the older carbureted saws like the 365/372 series. I'll run them for "fun" when work production isn't a priority. It's a learning experience, have to "experience" it to understand I think. And with all the BS online about them from folks trying to rationalize why not to have them....the discussion gets 'clouded" I think. Fall's into the category if a person with an opinion who hasn't put a season on these saws it's talking out their azz in my most humble opinion. BUT I understand the attraction to 372, and many of the older saws. 660's too. I LIKE them. And may run them for the emotional rational...but can't make a rational reason other than I just...like them. Like the g288 NO possible reasons other than I simply want to run them. :)

  • @DIESELMAN8V92
    @DIESELMAN8V92 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent vid I love the open case transfer port visual. I am proud to be part of your university lol

  • @denisthemenace.
    @denisthemenace. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got a nice '96 model 371xp to go with my 385xp and lovin your vids. Going to try the farmer Jones /Spike special mods on the 371. I think you have just about converted me from the opposition

  • @hosocat1410
    @hosocat1410 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great vid! You guys are the Don garlits and Smokey yunick of chainsaws!! How long before the epa destroys this little pocket of American ingenuity like they did to the auto industry?

  • @jaydee2620
    @jaydee2620 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow this is a great video !!

  • @sethhaun4440
    @sethhaun4440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man wish you guys were on the lower end of the state's?

  • @TigerRagFishingTeam
    @TigerRagFishingTeam 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job guys, thoroughly enjoyed!

  • @christophermarshall5373
    @christophermarshall5373 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed it. Where are yall from?

  • @alanporter2694
    @alanporter2694 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, I was watching this video and as I have already bought the 52mm big bore kit for my farmertech 365 I was thinking to also do those suggested mods on the 52mm cylinder. What do you reckon? To be truthful I am very happy with the stock 48mm performance, but it’s more a experimental ‘thing’

  • @jeffblack1644
    @jeffblack1644 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think I see an L77 in the background @ 27.20...looks like it might be serving as a doorstop!

    • @Ketis1985
      @Ketis1985 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks more like 266

  • @dankruger2890
    @dankruger2890 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you too, can make me laugh. inboard outboard clutch. I tend to agree with the heat and engineering theory. there is a reason.

  • @climbe4422
    @climbe4422 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    interesting vid. I'm with you the low top looks better.

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +climbe 44 Thanks for watching.. BTW we are in the minority in our preference! Bob lets me know that at every opportunity. :)

  • @fireantsarestrange
    @fireantsarestrange 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I Don't think i'd do anything at all to it if I could get the carb to work right.

  • @damonhart9693
    @damonhart9693 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi , if i may ask... i have recently picked up a Jonsered 2171 ( a craigslist deal ,lol ) and have not yet even tried to start it; took it to a dealer to ask a few questions...... are there any particular quirks to this saw, that would need to watch for? Thanks

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Damon Hart No issues unique to those saw. They are great saws. They are essentially red 372's with all the strengths and quirks. So like any saw...compression spark fuel....etc.

  • @scottybogs6895
    @scottybogs6895 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video guys, the sound was good. I would like to try taking out that material on the cylinder transfer area to get some more power. Also how do I know if my 2013 - 372xp x torq has the lousy nylon caged crank bearings or the good ones without taking the saw totally apart? Thanks!

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It has the nylons... but if it hasn't failed, who cares? When you do a rebuild is the time to replace them with a better option

  • @jesseking7668
    @jesseking7668 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. I have a 372xp I put together last year using a 2016 x torque crankcase and older style 365 as rest the donor parts. I put new xpw cylinder kit on it , would it be safe to do gasket delete?

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      If the squish is around .040" sure....but always measure as there are no guarantee's

  • @neiltupper1
    @neiltupper1 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    My 357xp has base gasket delete, dual ported muffler and slightly widened exhaust and intake ports. In your opinion would it be worth going back in and raising the cylinder wall at the transfers (aka spike special).

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      neil tupper Not certain I can recommend tearing apart a perfectly good work saw....but the NEXT one you do maybe. :)

  • @VIheavyequipment
    @VIheavyequipment 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can the spikes special mod be done on a 385xp are the jugs configured the same?

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pretty much, check squish. If with out a base gasket its around .020 your going to be surprised at the difference.

  • @scottthomson700
    @scottthomson700 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant vids. lot of saw's and knowledge. Do you know if the later 350's with the primer bulb were fitted with the better carb boot?? also do you have any tips on how to notice an air leak at early stages?

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Scott Thomson They changes to a steel clamp to hold that boot and it does work better. I made a plastic one work...die grinder a hole & slot (Did I put it on video??) and that strategy actually has worked as well. AND the price was right. But back to the question... doesn't matter the version, they all used the same boot BUT like I said the "fix" was that steel clamp.Air leaks show up in a variety of ways... hard "re-starting" when hot, "run on" or won't drop to idle when you shut the throttle. And of course a little brake clean sprayed in strategic places will let you know in a hurry as it will shut off the saw. BUT remember spraying in the flywheel area ends up it the air box and will scare you for no reason,

    • @scottthomson700
      @scottthomson700 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +afleetcommand I have just recently started having to pull it more to start when hot,i knew there was something going on. Thanks for the info.

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Scott Thomson If you suspect an air leak starting I would take an afternoon and tear into it. Seal up the bearing cap and cylinder with 1184 or equiv. Also I've seen the "boots" wear in a few spots that hurt their ability to "pulse" the carb. And OEM boots are cheap as well. While poking around don't forget the fuel line and a carb kit. Think my 350 to 346 hybrid video covers most of it..did a bunch on 350's, the later ones better as the early one were about surviving aftermarket parts .. :)

    • @scottthomson700
      @scottthomson700 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +afleetcommand Thanks i will search for your vids and get stuck in. Cover me! im going in! :)

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      :) at some level I apologize!

  • @johnyk71
    @johnyk71 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi walt, will spike special work on a 365, i think these are open port and is there anything to grind? Im not sure but i had barrell off my 2065 not so long ago and i dont think it would have worked, fantastic videos by the way, a big fan from ireland!

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Should, just measure the squish..:)

  • @slayer77000
    @slayer77000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Neo tech vs husqvarna 72cc

  • @marcinkaminski22
    @marcinkaminski22 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anybody know the whole part number for the coil that's being referred to around the 5:10 mark ?

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      From Bob:
      "544 047 101 for the larger flywheel saws like 372's, non-AT 576's, and 390's.
      544 047 001 for the smaller flywheel saws like 346's and 357's. "

    • @marcinkaminski22
      @marcinkaminski22 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, thank you.

  • @toddstackpole1748
    @toddstackpole1748 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video, you make a great Team, how do you read the tags on the saw as for year ect? also any action on the dyno ? Thanks again

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Todd Stackpole Yea... got all the bits and pieces... just need TIME! If you have watched the video progression you can see that is in short supply. I'm going to ask Bob or Saw Troll to post a decoding thread at forestryforum.com in the next day or so...(Have a broken 1014 John Deere Bush Hog in the shop right now.....have to pull it apart. I'll post pics at some point. They are choice)

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had to pull one of those bush hogs apart a few years back....a 1018 I believe with two gear boxes/blades. Torch.... hydraulic puller.....and had to grind in places for the puller to grab. What a PITA that was. ( literally had broke one of the "bars" that the blade attaches too )

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/a-e5SzPZkGU/w-d-xo.html

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/bneeFx36mac/w-d-xo.html

    • @zakdunlap2090
      @zakdunlap2090 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@afleetcommand ⁰⁰

  • @ronbarfield5615
    @ronbarfield5615 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you guys sale any of the 372 saws?

    • @powerstrokepuller8076
      @powerstrokepuller8076 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes, Bob owns Ashokan turf and timber. He is a Husqvarna dealer. Best prices and great customer service!

  • @zacharyferucci2938
    @zacharyferucci2938 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    is it possible to turn a 365 into a 372?

    • @afleetcommand
      @afleetcommand  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/a2BlIJFwCy4/w-d-xo.html

    • @reillystsb
      @reillystsb 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      really clean Huskies

  • @Rooiseun
    @Rooiseun 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sound really is horrifical....

  • @johanzh2550
    @johanzh2550 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    crap

    • @5150powder
      @5150powder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Boooo!!! Down with johan!!