Cylinder Construction?

[Nitroman]

Greetings,

Looking at an older big-inch Husky and am wondering how the cylinder is set-up?

I have rebuilt several snowmachines and am familiar with liners and Nicasil. I was thinking of freshening up the top-end or is it worth it? Should I just spend the coin on a newer saw. This one's 15 years old.

Thanks.

 

[Lakeside53]

15 is not that old.. What's the model?

 

[Nitroman]

It's a 394 made in 1992 according to the serial number. It looks like it's been around...a few times, but the seller is adamant it runs without any issues and cuts like a monster. I take that to mean it pulls well under a load.

 

[Lakeside53]

If it runs well why even rebuild it? In any case, if the cylinder is o.k., maybe just rings and/or a pistion...

 

[Nitroman]

Well...uhhh...you know...I guess I can't stand not fiddlin' with things.:biggrinbounce2:

 

[andrethegiant70]

I call it the "fixit gene." We have many acute/chronic sufferers here.... the good news? It's not fatal. The bad news? You'll be plagued by obsessive compulsive behaviors. Support groups meet nightly.

 

[Tzed250]

Well...uhhh...you know...I guess I can't stand not fiddlin' with things.:biggrinbounce2:

Be careful...don't tune it to a standstill...

 

[romeo]

Parts are still available and they are powerful saws. Its worth every penny. A new 395 (the 394's replacement) will cost you around $900 to $1000. You can still buy a piston/cyl kit for around $200.