Huskyboy meets the 572xp

[Motorka]

That's a new IPL update; can't even get it to open. Be interesting to see what they have changed, cause I've yet to see one fail. Can you see what the serial number start date is on this? I'll try and find out what's going on here.

This help ?

 

[Sawrain]

I understand that is one way of looking at it, but weight is a significant reason for not carrying
a bigger saw

If weight is the only thing that matters and not cc class, grab a 261, the 562 direct competitor is the 362 Stihl, your comparison is not apples to apples.

I think this is called the straw man argument.

 

[deye223]

The 400 is a 70cc saw, compare it to the 462/572 not a saw that's 10cc smaller.

Looks like you need to learn how to read the 400 is not a 70 cc saw.
I don't usually talk stihl in husky threads but when I see bs like this mentioned I have to say something .

 

[dustinwilt68]

Most times we use cube classes,4 cube is up to 65cc, 5 cube is 81cc.

 

[Spike60]

Well Bob, if my information was incorrect (partly due to info posted in this website and partly due to Husky changing their published weight) then I will apologize, but what is the correct weight, because I have seen everything from 12.5 lbs to 13.2 lbs?

I also though that the 6 bolt case, in conjunction with the barrier to preclude the hot start issues, added some weight.

So you mean that all that time that I got ridiculed for getting a 362 Ver I instead of a 562, because the 562 was so much lighter, was just a bunch of bunk, and you never stepped in to say anything??? I said back then that I picked up both saws in the same store at the same time and they both felt about the same to me. I guess despite all the ridicule that followed that I was correct all along, but I don't expect any apologies to be forthcoming.

Well if it was a stihl thread about the 362, I wouldn't have clicked on the thread to read it in the first place. If I was to try and talk about stihl, it would quickly become apparent that I really don't know what I'm talking about. That is certainly the truth and my ego doesn't get in the way of admitting such. So, I'm not likely to be showing up in stihl threads telling guys anything of value about their saws. Your gut feeling was correct though, and the 562 and 362 are close in power and weight, and it's a fruitless endeavor to try and argue that one is better than the other. Husky guys should buy the 562 and stihl guys the 362. The 362 certainly never felt heavier to me, but that entire escapade you went through sounds like another example of what I meant by spec sheet gymnastics. And why should you care if the 562 weighs more or less than a 362 anyway? You'd never in a million years buy the Husky, and you like the MS362. Why waste the time and energy debating the spec charts? The correct weight? Well..........between point of sale stuff, catalogs, and owners manuals I have here in the store there's 3 different weights. I can probably find more. I don't really care. Ya pick up a saw and if it feels good ya buy it. Arguing over a half pound of spec weight is a silly waste of time.

The 6th bolt in the 562 case was to prevent an oil leak under the muffler, as that was a fairly long run of gasket between case bolts. That's all it was, and that's all that was done to the saw at that time. Unless there is something different about the top covers on the updated 562's that are SUPPOSED to show up today, there has yet to be a heat barrier as we have on the 572. They gained 10° by adding that hole in the top cover a few years ago, but that was it.

 

[dustinwilt68]

Looks like you need to learn how to read the 400 is not a 70 cc saw.
I don't usually talk stihl in husky threads but when I see bs like this mentioned I have to say something .

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Still not a apples to apples comparison, 562 is 60cc so the 400 is closer to the 572/462 then it is the 562.

 

[Spike60]

This help ?

Yes, thanks. Still can't get that file to open. What that tells me is that the change was to the piston, not the cylinder because the piston part number was changed. Glad these things aren't failing, because the price certainly hasn't changed: $329 for a P&C kit.

 

[F.U.R.E.]

Well if it was a stihl thread about the 362, I wouldn't have clicked on the thread to read it in the first place. If I was to try and talk about stihl, it would quickly become apparent that I really don't know what I'm talking about. That is certainly the truth and my ego doesn't get in the way of admitting such. So, I'm not likely to be showing up in stihl threads telling guys anything of value about their saws. Your gut feeling was correct though, and the 562 and 362 are close in power and weight, and it's a fruitless endeavor to try and argue that one is better than the other. Husky guys should buy the 562 and stihl guys the 362. The 362 certainly never felt heavier to me, but that entire escapade you went through sounds like another example of what I meant by spec sheet gymnastics. And why should you care if the 562 weighs more or less than a 362 anyway? You'd never in a million years buy the Husky, and you like the MS362. Why waste the time and energy debating the spec charts? The correct weight? Well..........between point of sale stuff, catalogs, and owners manuals I have here in the store there's 3 different weights. I can probably find more. I don't really care. Ya pick up a saw and if it feels good ya buy it. Arguing over a half pound of spec weight is a silly waste of time.

I’m with you, Bob. If an MS400 is lighter than a 562xp, who cares? If it’s “only” 65 euro more expensive for you to buy what you perceive as a “better” tool, who cares? If you prefer Orange/white to Orange/grey, WHO CARES?? I say buy what you like, go cut some wood and be happy.

Some people just have to shove their opinion down everyone else’s throat.

 

[MG2186]

I’m with you, Bob. If an MS400 is lighter than a 562xp, who cares? If it’s “only” 65 euro more expensive for you to buy what you perceive as a “better” tool, who cares? If you prefer Orange/white to Orange/grey, WHO CARES?? I say buy what you like, go cut some wood and be happy.

Some people just have to shove their opinion down everyone else’s throat.

I concur! I didn’t log in all summer. Got busy and saws weren’t on my mind. Come back and same ol few guys saying the same *s-word. Seems to me they take it upon themselves to convince people to why their saw flavor is better. If you don’t agree then you’re an idiot and they keep rambling on why you need to switch!

 

[Spike60]

I’m with you, Bob. If an MS400 is lighter than a 562xp, who cares? If it’s “only” 65 euro more expensive for you to buy what you perceive as a “better” tool, who cares? If you prefer Orange/white to Orange/grey, WHO CARES?? I say buy what you like, go cut some wood and be happy.

Some people just have to shove their opinion down everyone else’s throat.

Yeah, I agree with you as well. I'd venture to say that 90% of us will never buy the "other" brand of saw anyway. And that makes that endless bickering absolutely pointless. It's really a complete waste of time and energy. But it'll go on and on.

 

[Ford3000]

Your still in a 572 thread? If weight is the only thing that matters and not cc class, grab a 261, the 562 direct competitor is the 362 Stihl, your comparison is not apples to apples.

Unbelievable, the 362 here is 920.00, and who would buy it or a 562at 899.00 given the extra power
and the price difference being so small, 40.00 euro, and less if I go to another shop between the 400 and the 562.
Being in the wrong thread wont matter much when people hit the shop and see what am talking about
for themselves.
https://robertkee.ie/product/stihl-chainsaw-ms-362-c-m

If someone can tell me the drawback of going to the wood with a lighter saw and
more power I would love to know what it is.
Is this not why people get saws ported, to get more power in a lighter saw.

 

[Ford3000]

Are you and Mustang bro’s? Sounds of the same broken record

Is that really what you get out of why am saying an MS400 is a better choice than
the 562, its lighter, has more power, and is only a little more expensive.
If so, then tell me what the disadvantages of going to the woods with a lighter
saw and more power are, sure people port saws for this exact reason.
What you say makes no sense.

 

[Ford3000]

I’m with you, Bob. If an MS400 is lighter than a 562xp, who cares? If it’s “only” 65 euro more expensive for you to buy what you perceive as a “better” tool, who cares? If you prefer Orange/white to Orange/grey, WHO CARES?? I say buy what you like, go cut some wood and be happy.

Some people just have to shove their opinion down everyone else’s throat.

Thats some explanation, you dont care but your with Bob

 

[dustinwilt68]

How about you start a 400 thread?

 

[MustangMike]

Bob, you are correct, most of us are brand loyal, but that does not mean I do not like to learn about other brands, and I try not to bash other brands (although in the past lots of Husky fans have bashed me for going Stihl). So, just because it is a Husky thread does not mean I'm not interested in it. Mason and others contribute valuable information and I enjoy knowing it.

That said, the saw that is best for Mason may not be the saw that is best for me, we do different stuff, it's OK!

IMO, the truth of the matter is that the competition has elevated all of the brands and it would likely be hard to go wrong with any of them.

Learning things like the 372 is returning, even if I'm not going to buy one friends or relatives of mine may, so why should I remain ignorant of it???

In addition, sites like this ID any flaws that exist, and it seems the respective companies have been very good at fixing them.

Happy sawing everyone!

Thanks for your response Bob, and I'm sure you know I don't mean to be in a pissing match with you.

 

[Ford3000]

How about you start a 400 thread?

How about you start a 400 thread?

Thats funny, atleast a 400 would start, not like a 562
I agree, a 400 thread would be nice, am aftaid if you want one you may need to start it yourself.
Am going to withdraw from this thread.

 

[SOS Ridgerider]

Let's try to stay on topic, and keep open minds fellas. Be happy with the brand and model saws you prefer, because in the end nobody really cares whether you like brand X or Y.
What's important is that you have the choice to do as you please. We have threads for almost every brand and model out there, and if we don't... Feel free to start one.

 

[Spike60]

Is that really what you get out of why am saying an MS400 is a better choice than
the 562, its lighter, has more power, and is only a little more expensive.
If so, then tell me what the disadvantages of going to the woods with a lighter
saw and more power are, sure people port saws for this exact reason.
What you say makes no sense.

It's a better choice for YOU, based on the parameters that YOU find important. To suggest that's it's a better choice for the entire planet betrays the childish ignorance that most brand drum beaters are infected with. It's a waste of time to preach brand X in a brand Y thread. All it does is annoy people.

There's a lot more to weight that determines how a saw feels. Handle angles, distance between the handles, where the front hand is relative to the saw's center of gravity. There's so much more than what can be gleaned from a spec sheet.

Take Dustin's advice and start an MS400 thread. I won't be there to annoy people because I have no interest in it. Won't affect me whether it's a great saw or a flop. Have fun; we're gonna miss your thoughtful input.

 

[Lightning Performance]

Bob, my threads always seem to attract the stihl guys for some reason lol.

Lol

We secretly want to Sthil your thunder

 

[Lightning Performance]

I gots a Hooskie 262XP. Lol

Traitor lol