576 xp piston kit search

[angelo c]

folks, got a 576xp on the bench for an R&R of the slug, cyl looks like it will clean up fine. typical lean Al transfer type repair. a quick search for an AM piston kit produced few option , other then OEM( read-expensive) what are the options and has anybody got any positive reports on an adequate AM piston ?

 

[PA Dan]

I am dealing with the same issue. Couldnt believe Meteor didn't make one. I went with an oem piston. Check with the forum guys that are Husky dealers and see what kind of price they will give you!

 

[jacob j.]

I didn't find any worthwhile aftermarket pistons (i.e. Meteor) so I bought one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Husqvar...374615?hash=item3d2f49dbd7:g:BO0AAOSwnHZYReE~

 

[Onan18]

575 25 74-06 Piston and Cylinder $223.99
575 25 73-04 Piston kit $92.68

 

[PA Dan]

Hey Angelo the one im replacing isn't scored. When I pull it out I'll send pics and see if it's usable. Should be in the next couple days.

 

[Stump Shot]

HL Supply has an AM offering. http://www.hlsproparts.com/Husqvarna-576-576XP-piston-and-rings-assembly-p/h31576.htm

 

[angelo c]

575 25 74-06 Piston and Cylinder $223.99
575 25 73-04 Piston kit $92.68

oh the PAIN !!!!

 

[angelo c]

Hey Angelo the one im replacing isn't scored. When I pull it out I'll send pics and see if it's usable. Should be in the next couple days.

keep me posted.
thx

 

[PA Dan]

keep me posted.
thx

Will do I sent a message with pics earlier did you get it?

 

[angelo c]

HL Supply has an AM offering. http://www.hlsproparts.com/Husqvarna-576-576XP-piston-and-rings-assembly-p/h31576.htm

any feedback ?
@Gentleman

 

[angelo c]

Will do I sent a message with pics earlier did you get it?

not yet.

 

[PA Dan]

not yet.

Here ya go!

 

[angelo c]

tough call from the photos. maybe a shot of the cyl exhaust wall where the "transfer" Might be ?
no hurries, and thanks...

 

[jacob j.]

I usually pass on those Golf pistons. Too many of them haven't fit OEM cylinders when I've received them. A couple I was able to make use of by hand sanding/fitting, but several were so far out of dimensions it wasn't feasible.

 

[angelo c]

I usually pass on those Golf pistons. Too many of them haven't fit OEM cylinders when I've received them. A couple I was able to make use of by hand sanding/fitting, but several were so far out of dimensions it wasn't feasible.

yeah I guess if it didn't fit it might be an issue....

 

[TreeLife]

Not to derail your thread @angelo c but I've noticed that the 576xp isn't really a popular saw. Why is that? Think the jug n slug cost is a big contributing factor?

 

[angelo c]

Not to derail your thread @angelo c but I've noticed that the 576xp isn't really a popular saw. Why is that? Think the jug n slug cost is a big contributing factor?

Can't really say, some guys love them, some just like them....some long for the 372 that we all love....I never got to run this one as it came to me blowed up good. I actually had a meteor kit ordered on eBay ....and was waiting for it for a month ....put in a claim and got refunded....as meteor doesn't make one....oops ...
Thank eBay. I like my 372s a lot...was looking forward to running this one.

 

[cus_deluxe]

Not to derail your thread @angelo c but I've noticed that the 576xp isn't really a popular saw. Why is that? Think the jug n slug cost is a big contributing factor?

I think part of the problem is the failures the 575xp experienced, coupled with the perception that theyre just a fat slow 372. Love my 575, it is heavier than a 372, but more powerful and super smooth.

 

[Fishnuts2]

I'm running an aftermarket piston and rings in my 576. I did order some Cabers for it but haven't seen any adverse performance yet. I ran two tanks through it tonight bucking some big Ash logs. I really like the 576 compared to my buddies 461. Much smoother and just as fast.


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[Gentleman]

any feedback ?
@Gentleman

I think @Brewz has used one before.