All Things 288XP

[71dart]

I dont think you would be happy with all springs on a 288. It would feel spongy/soft, no feel for how the saw is running/cutting. Not only that, the throttle linkage wont work right if the tank/trigger moves too much compared to the case/carb. It wont get full throttle on the up cut if you're pulling on it very hard cuz the springs will flex too much.

I see what you're saying about the throttle but on my unmolested 288 lite (4 springs in back) that hasn't been an issue. While it does feel a little more spongy, it is quite a bit smother than the 288's I have with 6 rubbers and the 7th mount. You really do feel them.
I suppose it just comes down to personal preference.

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

HOOOOOOORRRRAAAAYY 288!!


Sorry...hasn't been said in at least 15 minutes

 

[p61 western]

bump

 

[p61 western]

Here is a pic of my 281 that might become a 288.

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

HOORAY!!

 

[Czed]

Here is a pic of my 281 that might become a 288.View attachment 114008

Just have someone port you're 281
They run damn good

 

[ranchdadmike]

I’ll throw these pics out there, just because I’m happy to have gotten them. Early birthday to myself

 

[jockeydeuce]

A little 288 porn to keep it moving.

 

[p61 western]

I’ll throw these pics out there, just because I’m happy to have gotten them. Early birthday to myself

Some nice stuff you got there. I would love to find a full wrap and high top.

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

Where'd you score that stuff Ranchdad??!! Nice!

 

[p61 western]

Where'd you score that stuff Ranchdad??!! Nice!

This +10 lol.

 

[ranchdadmike]

Where'd you score that stuff Ranchdad??!! Nice!

Thanks!! I’ve been looking for a hitop for quite awhile...finally found a super nice fella that was willing to part with some nos stuff. I’m just a little happy with it. Now I gotta build a saw to wear all of it!

 

[XP_Slinger]

Nice haul!!!!

Side note: I love how this thread comes back to life so fast....HOORAY 288!

ting ting ta ting tong porn

 

[treesmith]

I’ll throw these pics out there, just because I’m happy to have gotten them. Early birthday to myself

Boooooo!!!

Nice find, have those parts got any sisters?

 

[Daserlon]

Best thread ever Josh!!! Oh I almost forgot...HOORAY 288!!!

 

[Adamski]

Nice haul!!!!

Side note: I love how this thread comes back to life so fast....HOORAY 288!

ting ting ta ting tong porn

That thing is bouncing with excitement!

 

[XP_Slinger]

That thing is bouncing with excitement!

So do I every time I run it...lol!

 

[danimal]

Im having duece88 blues mysef

 

[ranchdadmike]

Im having duece88 blues mysefView attachment 114043

Noooooooooo!

 

[danimal]

Noooooooooo!

Thats what I said. With a whole string of words behind it that I cant put on a forum.