395xp build..then OEM vs AM shootout

[Frank bierce]

Have had a 395xp carcass sitting for a little while. Decided to try to find the parts I need to get it put together. Surprisingly, I had some good parts that I can use. Yes, I have a 394 cylinder on there now, that’s just to keep the bottom end clean. I know I had a couple 395 cylinders...just have to locate them. Thought I knew where they were...apparently I was wrong. Lol.
My ultimate goal, is to build the saw up in OEM form, then try one of the aftermarket piston/cylinder combos to see what the difference is.

 

[Frank bierce]

Bottom end was pretty much complete...looks like I may need a coil, or just a coil lead. Had the muffler and clutch cover. Will need to find a Recoil assembly, and some top cover pieces.
Found the cylinders...

 

[Bullets]

Nice I'm putting one together also I'm going to have a go at porting

 

[dustinwilt68]

If you decide you need another 395 cylinder Frank let me know. I have quite a few, we could even do some trading if you like

 

[Frank bierce]

If you decide you need another 395 cylinder Frank let me know. I have quite a few, we could even do some trading if you like

You get that flywheel ok?

 

[dustinwilt68]

Yep, I was able to get the G flywheel I was after with it.

 

[Frank bierce]

Yep, I was able to get the G flywheel I was after with it.

Awesome!! Glad to hear!!

 

[dustinwilt68]

Now I just need another 395 to put all the G parts on, might try and make a 394 G with it yet

 

[Frank bierce]

Now I just need another 395 to put all the G parts on, might try and make a 394 G with it yet

Wish I had another 395 carcass for ya

 

[dustinwilt68]

One will come around, appreciate it Frank.

 

[StephK87]

sub'd! I have a similar plan, got this new 395xp hyway big bore popup kits from a friend (dealer) for testing. I let the BB saw compete against my oem ported 395, first stock with popup, then ported.

Looks not so bad, they have visibly improved in the last couple years

 

[StephK87]

 

[Beavis331]

Sweet! Have a project 395 on the way. Gonna follow this one. Gonna need a flywheel for it. Why are flywheels so hard to find for these?

 

[huskyboy]

Sweet! Have a project 395 on the way. Gonna follow this one. Gonna need a flywheel for it. Why are flywheels so hard to find for these?

‘Tis why I used a 394/288 crank for my 395 build. Eff cast in keys.

 

[Beavis331]

‘Tis why I used a 394/288 crank for my 395 build. Eff cast in keys.

Hadn't thought about that. May have to got that route.

 

[Bullets]

Quick question how much do I raise the lower transfers I already ground the bottom lip off

 

[mdavlee]

Quick question how much do I raise the lower transfers I already ground the bottom lip off

See where the piston windows line up to them

 

[Bullets]

See where the piston windows line up to them

With the Piston at BDC it looks like to match the lower with the Piston window I need to raise it nearly a 1/2 inch does that sound right it looks like a lot

 

[mdavlee]

That’s a lot more than I would think. I wouldn’t raise it that far.

 

[Bullets]

Thanks