jred 2188 & 390xp

[pbillyi69]

does anyone know if the front handlebars are interchangeable on these two saws? the part numbers are not exactly the same but most of the number is

 

[kingOFgEEEks]

@Spike60

I'm 99% sure the answer is no, but Bob will know for sure.

 

[Spike60]

Kind of, but not really. They will bolt on either tank, but the handles are all wrong.

 

[Stump Shot]

Kind of, but not really. They will bolt on either tank, but the handles are all wrong.

Wouldn't work right with the brake flag.

 

[pbillyi69]

thank you fellers. it figures. i can find one for the 390 cheap but the one for the 2188 is way expensive. does anyone have a wrap for a 2188

 

[Spike60]

The deal with all of these handles is that some saws like the 2171/372 and 670/272 have different tank castings and the handles will not bolt to the wrong tank. Later saws like the 390/2188, 346/2153, 357/2159, and a few of the short lived new models 2253/550 and 562/2260 use the same mold and only the color is different. But the different handle angles don't match the brake handles as Steve pointed out.

One of the things going on with the pricing is that the Jonsered price file has additional margin in it on many parts because they are sold through distributors vs direct. There is a wrap for the 2188, and if @pbillyi69 is sitting down it is..........$170. There are no "W" kits for the Jonnys as there are for the Huskys. So, one option here would be to buy the 385/395 W kit for $30, which includes the large spikes, and also change the brake handle. Sometimes the brake handle interferes with the top cover and it requires a little surgery so it doesn't hit when you pull it back. Not sure, cause I never did this one myself, but it is worth looking into.

 

[ayoungtexan]

The deal with all of these handles is that some saws like the 2171/372 and 670/272 have different tank castings and the handles will not bolt to the wrong tank. Later saws like the 390/2188, 346/2153, 357/2159, and a few of the short lived new models 2253/550 and 562/2260 use the same mold and only the color is different. But the different handle angles don't match the brake handles as Steve pointed out.

One of the things going on with the pricing is that the Jonsered price file has additional margin in it on many parts because they are sold through distributors vs direct. There is a wrap for the 2188, and if @pbillyi69 is sitting down it is..........$170. There are no "W" kits for the Jonnys as there are for the Huskys. So, one option here would be to buy the 385/395 W kit for $30, which includes the large spikes, and also change the brake handle. Sometimes the brake handle interferes with the top cover and it requires a little surgery so it doesn't hit when you pull it back. Not sure, cause I never did this one myself, but it is worth looking into.

Correct me if I'm wrong Bob, but don't the Husky saw handles have an angle (I think 7°) whereas the Johnny handles are straight?

 

[Spike60]

Correct me if I'm wrong Bob, but don't the Husky saw handles have an angle (I think 7°) whereas the Johnny handles are straight?

Yup, that's correct. That's why you want the matching angle on the brake handle.

 

[pbillyi69]

im totally fine changing the brake handle too. because 170 is just stupid i could have a custom one made for that... lol thank you so much for that info. that is exactly the answer i was looking for. it wil bolt on just change the brake handle too

 

[pbillyi69]

so after getting the w handle and a 390 brake handle and a decent amount of carving on the inside for it to go on far enough to get the screw in, i decided to put the jred brake handle on with the husky w bar and it works just fine no issue at all

 

[Nutball]

so after getting the w handle and a 390 brake handle and a decent amount of carving on the inside for it to go on far enough to get the screw in, i decided to put the jred brake handle on with the husky w bar and it works just fine no issue at all

Pictures?

 

[pbillyi69]

 

[pbillyi69]

 

[kingOFgEEEks]

It seems like a guy could bend on that handlebar just a little bit, and get even more room for yer meat mitts.

 

[pbillyi69]

probably could but if you are reaching for the brake handle your hand isnt in there anyway and the distance from the corner of the brake handle to the handlebar when not pulled back is pleanty far enough for my medium size hands

 

[chune]

So what (if any) modifications are needed to mount the 390 full wrap handle on the 2188?

 

[pbillyi69]

i mounted a 390 handlebar it just bolts right on. i also got a 390 brake handle to put on it because someone said it wouldnt clear the handlebar. it wouldnt quite line up with the screw holes even after grinding it down on the inside. so i then just put the jred brake handle on it and it works fine.

 

[pbillyi69]

i also have a new 390 air cleaner top that i want to dye black so i cane use the better air filter and still have it match in color. i havent tried dying the plastic yet. i bought a brand new one so it will be shiny when its done