Husqvarna 66

[Diabel]

Any comments on this particular saw?

I believe it is 66cc and it was made in the 80's. Looking for a project.
Also, would this be an upgrade over the MS360?
Thanks

 

[TreePointer]

I don't have any direct experience with a 66, but here's an info sheet: Husqvarna 66

Is it an upgrade from the 360? I'd say no. 360 has a little more hp (4.4 vs 4.2), weighs a pound less, and revs 1000 rpm higher.

 

[Diabel]

Thank you.
Yeah, I thought it would be a downgrade.

 

[Jon1270]

Definitely not an upgrade from a 360, but still potentially a good project if the price is right.

 

[Jon1270]

Oh, and beware of possible ignition problems. The 66 (at least some of them, anyhow) used a 2-piece ignition system that is both more difficult to diagnose and more expensive to fix than your typical modern saw with a once-piece ignition. If I was considering a 66 with no spark, the price would have to be pretty close to free.

 

[Diabel]

The guy stopped replying to my texts. Have a feeling it sold.

The price was right, he was asking 100 obo.
He did mention something about it stalling on idle and difficult to start.

 

[Jon1270]

Oh well, on to the next one!