Husqvarna 45 Special VS Regular 45

[BigDaddyR]

Can anyone tell what any difference would be? Couldn't find any different IPL or manual for it. Here's a shot of the serial plate. Thinking 2002. Working on scrounging parts and want to make sure the motors are same.

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[ncfarmboy]

I don't think there is any diff in models. Here is a link for IPL.
Download Manuals - Husqvarna Forest Equipment Operation Manuals
Shep

 

[BigDaddyR]

I don't think there is any diff in models. Here is a link for IPL.
Download Manuals - Husqvarna Forest Equipment Operation Manuals
Shep

Kind of what I thought man. Same IPL I found and no mention of a special. Figured it was some silly difference that doesn't matter like different chain or something.


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[SawTroll]

1992 week 23 - the numbering system was different by 2002.

 

[SawTroll]

Kind of what I thought man. Same IPL I found and no mention of a special. Figured it was some silly difference that doesn't matter like different chain or something.


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Most likely - this has been up before, without any good answers.....

 

[BigDaddyR]

1992 week 23 - the numbering system was different by 2002.

Only a difference of a measly 10 years. LOL. Thanks ST for the insight. Seems fairly well designed for a saw of that age At least in my limited experience point of view.

Didn't see any answers when I searched on it. Usually something will pop up. Not this time.


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[SawTroll]

Only a difference of a measly 10 years. LOL. Thanks ST for the insight. Seems fairly well designed for a saw of that age At least in my limited experience point of view.

Didn't see any answers when I searched on it. Usually something will pop up. Not this time.


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The basic design is another decade older, Partner P400. :msp_wink:

 

[tallguys]

The basic design is another decade older, Partner P400. :msp_wink:

So the 45 Special and its Jonsered stablemate are the same as a Partner 400?

I guess what I'm asking is if these saws are any good, or is it better to pass it by if I come across one.

 

[BigDaddyR]

So the 45 Special and its Jonsered stablemate are the same as a Partner 400?

I guess what I'm asking is if these saws are any good, or is it better to pass it by if I come across one.

Not sure but I can say that parts ESP piston/cylinder are expensive and hard to find used. New is worth way more than the saw is worth. I find the intake setup leading to the cylinder seems convoluted and poorly engineered to me. I would pass on the next one unless it was free.


Rick

 

[fuzz1500]

They look kinda cool though !!

 

[BigDaddyR]

They look kinda cool though !!

I have to agree. They do look kind of cool. A little old school. Tip on these is to glue the intake and cylinder together with a thin film of Anerobic sealer. Not doing so costed me a ring and still have to check the cylinder/piston. May end up parted out if its not cleanable.


Rick

 

[BigDaddyR]

A little pic

Rick

 

[fuzz1500]

Thats a good tip for sure . I havent dug into one yet...Ive been trying to find one of these for a bit . The 40 , 45 or 49 . If you get tired of that one Rick...give me a shout . Always need a winter project !!