Huskey 550xp

[Nylimited]

Just picked up a 550xp yesterday really like the feel so far. I will get a better test on Sunday.

 

[lpigott]

You are going to love it. Make sure and follow the instructions on starting, and especially restarting when hot, that are in the owners manual. These auto tune saws are not the same as older models in that respect and cause some people grief. My 550XP makes me smile everytime I use it.

 

[Nylimited]

Thanks man ran a few tanks today like it so far . More time tomorrow I hope.

 

[lpigott]

I put a sweet muffler on mine I got last week and haven't had a chance to use it yet since I had to leave for work. It sure sounds mean and should give it even most ump. Stock muffler in first picture vs modified one

 

[Nylimited]

Where did you get the muffler at if it makes it better I might give it a try.

 

[lpigott]

Where did you get the muffler at if it makes it better I might give it a try.

sawking@hotmail.com is his contact. Here is his youtube channel. Limited Edition, Husqvarna 55 XP West Coast Build By The Chain Saw Guy - YouTube

 

[John_Mc]

Nylimited - I'd suggest waiting until your warranty runs out to replace the muffler or do any other mods. If you just can't wait that long, at least give it several months of good hard use first. If there is going to be a problem, it usually shows up early on. No point in causing yourself hassles if you have to make a warranty claim (and at least save your old muffler to put back on if you have to bring it in).

 

[lpigott]

Yes that is something to consider and the reason I bought a complete muffler done by a pro instead of thrashing my stock one.

 

[goeduck]

Congratulations!!

 

[Nylimited]

Had a chance to run two tanks of fuel thru it yesterday at first I thought it was a little doggie then it woke up and wow. So far I really like this saw runs fast and smooth.

 

[John_Mc]

Had a chance to run two tanks of fuel thru it yesterday at first I thought it was a little doggie then it woke up and wow. So far I really like this saw runs fast and smooth.

Most new saws take several tanks of gas to fully wake up.

 

[lpigott]

I liked my 1st 550XP so much I got another one, ported mufflers on both. Now I can just do a Mississippi reload if I run out of gas or the chain gets dull in the middle of a job, lol.

 

[Jstpssng]

A spare saw is always a good idea.