Husqvarna 372xp X-Torq vs. Original Edition Differences & What Straight Gassed Damage Looks Like 

I better not say a thing....just keep recording my experiences..:)

BUT I really like my 562's, really the right blend for me. And the XPW iteration of the 372 for larger work...to old to hang on to anything bigger at this point in life.

And I thought about that approach...but that too gets expensive to get right....explanation is in the video for those who really listen. I've had a few come through with just the top end and intake related stuff swapped...:) Not a fan of that approach. Actually the best AND lest expensive fix usually is a better bearings and a new Top End. Thats my preference for real customers. And the folks who work with me get that new top end with the "X-Torq" dividers gutted, solves a pile of issues. Think a hint of that mod sneaked into a video a year or two back...:) Not ready to really go through that here to the general public, just for my local folks.

Does tthe 372xpw oem 75 cc top end need port work or is it stronger but just as responsive as an old 372?

Thats a loaded question! None of them need port work! The XPW has smaller transfers to bring the power band down a few hundred RPM's. But while it likes to run at a lower RPM it makes good power, and is pretty snappy. Design to pull a longer bar west coast style vs. have the higher RPM's a standard 372 has. So it just depends on what you are looking for. I like a XPW with an 8 pin. Easy power.

It is, when I was younger and stronger removing decomps eliminated a source of leaks and the increased compression made them start faster... assuming I had the arm strength. Now older...I'm putting them back in some saws. In fact my 562HTSS has too much compression for the pull start.. was breaking them left and right so put one in that saw too

@@afleetcommand Thank you for replying. And a big thank you for putting out all this great content. I'm sure plenty of beginners like me are learning a tremendous amount and it is thanks to teachers like you willing to take the time to share their knowledge and experience that makes it possible. But not all teachers are created equal and you, sir, are definitely one of the good ones. Many thanks.

That gasket is fine

I guess u can, just with the older case the "relief" for the cylinder flange is less as well as the casting is smaller in that area. I would check to see the deck height is close enough before "marrying" those differential case halves together. But the case screw locations and center of the main bearing pockets should be close enough to get something running :) Would I recommend it ? no

@@afleetcommand Thanks for the quick reply and insights. I don't currently have one of each to tear apart so this will have to wait but you bring up great points. I'll definitely check the deck height when the time comes.

The newer X-torqs are sorted out...after 2016

@@afleetcommand thanks then I'll go ahead & purchase 2018 used -

You prolly be more happy with the 281/288 kit, They have the 372 "kit" and it is complete. www.farmertec.com/US-STOCK-Farmertec-Complete-Aftermarket-Repair-Parts-For-Husqvarna-365-362-371-372-372XP-Chainsaw-Engine-Motor-2-4-Days-Delivery-Time-Fast-Shipping-For-US-Customers-Only-p1027644.html

Think that saw was straight gassed.....waiting for the rest of the saws from that fellow to show up one at a time with issues related to the event....have had three so far....6 to go...:) Job security?( interestingly enough the ones i build with Nachi's haven't shown up yet, there are two over there I built in 2015 with Nachi's. Out lasted the new ones. :) )

OE and X-Torqs don't mix on any thing related to top ends and intake. I've extensively covered that in the video's. I would always prefer to build into an OE vs. X-torq.

@@afleetcommand So are the Huztl 372's a copy of the OE or the xtorque? Or is the top end it's own thing? Since the OE is shorter, which would the huztl top cover, handle and brake handle fit?

If you have the understanding and skills, get rid of the divider from filter holder to cylinder and intake boot. Leave the divider in the carb, but die grind the intake port to a sharp edge on its divider, favoring the intake port to the crank case.... Deck the cylinder .020 and you have a running saw...:)

But I caught it....:)

Hard to get.

@@austindenotter19Thanks, that's interesting. Well it is a feature that breaks sometimes and it adds a bit of extra weight.

Assuming you are asking about the 372 x-torq's? A few things will help them. Run them a little "rich" by setting the "no load" RPM in the 12800-13000 vs the max 13300. Make absolutely certain you keep the fins clean so they cool properly. ( Any saw really ). Another subtle one is don't over tighten the chain. I've seen that a few times where I see the chain on the saw "twang" tight ... :) Husqvarna seems to have made some upgrades in the 2016/17 time frame as I don't see the ones made later than 2017 failing any faster than any other saw. All saws will eventually wear out but they seem to have the 372's to where they fit right in with the rest of the saws on the market for service life.

Should you still aim for 12800-13000 at 7000ft??

Prolly a 565 or 372

Thanks for your reply . I have now the opportunity to buy a 2011 372xp for less than 500$. I checked the serial Number and Its real. My doubt is If this is a xtorq or OE… the design of the xtorq is taller , even from the ones manufactured in 2011? And the decompression valve of the xtorq was already on top, in 2011? Thanks

not by brand, but put thread lock on a few models and locations

They run well, you won't be disappointed. The only thing is to NOT tune them "no load" past 13,000...that's it..

@@afleetcommand did they stop putting the nylon cage in crank bearings

I am impressed by it to bad it took me so long to get a decent size saw

yes

@@afleetcommand thanks for the reply

Xp all day

If you don't mind, give a simple explanation of why xp is better. I have both and other than weight I can't tell a difference

@@redneck4741I just traded for one and says XP on it, can it possibly be an x torque?

What the original edition & X-torq? Yes and no. Dimensionally any crank from that series of saw will fit in any other. OE 365 will "fit" in a 372, 372 X-Torq in a Jonsered 2165. But there are slight differences within the series. Best to keep "XTorq" cranks in X-Torq saws and OE in OE saws with ONE exception. An X-Torq crank will work well with a 51.4 XPW top end as it has a heavier piston than the other "OE's" in the class. Bottom line is if your building a hobby saw, none of that matters so mix and match that cranks & pistons. If you are building a saw for a pro.... little differences will add life to your build if u keep the cranks matched to the piston (weight) they were designed for. The differences are small enough it won't matter for most.

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@@afleetcommand thank you