New 288

[YUKON 659]

What are my chances of coming across a new Husky 288 somewhere? Not the Lite version. I'm not seriously in the market for one right now but, may be soon. Do you think there might be a dealer somewhere who knocked one of the back of a shelf and forgot about it? Anyhow what do you think my chances are? How do you think they compare to the Stihl 066?

Thanks, Jeff

 

[rahtreelimbs]

I would think that your distributor that supplies the dealers in your area could possibly locate a 288. As far as comparing it to an 066, the only difference i noticed is that the 288 spins a little slower than the 066. The 288 is a great saw.

 

[YUKON 659]

Thanks Rich, when I'm ready to "do it" I'll look the distributor up. Any idea what it might sell for? My younger brother has an old 288 that I haven't had a chance to run. He's always said it was a great saw...I finally realized that after being on this site for a while...I guess I should have listen to him!!!!

Jeff

 

[rahtreelimbs]

I think the "LITE" model is all that they are making. Why not go for the "LITE" model.

 

[woodsjunkie]

I have one that is stock that cutts faster than my old 066G

 

[WOLF_RIVER_MIKE]

Why not the 288lite? I think I asked the question on AS once what was the better saw the 385xp or 288xplite. And If I remember at the end of the discussion KD said to go with the 288lite.

 

[YUKON 659]

I realize they don't manufacture the regular 288 any longer, that's why I was wondering if there was a chance somebody, somewhere might have a "new" 288 available. What's the difference between the 288 Lite and the 288? Other than the weight.

Jeff

 

[WOLF_RIVER_MIKE]

Hey Jeff, here's a link to that thread I was talking about. I hope this works. Im still interested in this for a milling saw.
http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4747&highlight=*288*

 

[Tony Snyder]

The 2186 Jonsered and the Husky 385 are about equal, in a nice combination of weight and power.

Why knock yourself out to get an out of date model?

P.S. I was also thinking that since this was fairly limited in production quantities, that you might run into scarcer parts supplies down hte road.

 

[Dieselnut]

I have a 288xplite, that I am trying to rebuild now for the same reason. I plan on trying it out for a small amount of milling, but will probly use it mostly for clearing. So far it is torn completely down, and I am trying to come up with my list of parts-hopeing that I run into a junk one for some of my bigger parts that are needed. So far I like what I see, and can't wait to see some chips flying

 

[YUKON 659]

Tony, I've heard the 385 is quite a saw (especially when modified)....I guess the reason I'm interested in an out dated saw is that it has a pretty good proven track record. I don't know maybe I just want to be different!!!

Jeff

 

[logcutter429]

The only difference between the 288xps and the lite model is the lite don't come with that big spring on the front, personally i didn't like it on there anyway, 288s were top notch wore out a many of em, the 66mag will out cut it bad though.

 

[Lamboll]

288

According to the latest Logger's World, Madsen's is having a sale on the last of their 288's.

Best,

Gardiner

 

[HUSKYMAN]

My dealer in Saginaw still has a brand new 288XP Lite if you are interested, or he did a month ago at least.

 

[Lamboll]

288 Lite

Yeah, there's a dealer in Walterboro, SC who has over 20 brand new 288 Lites remaining--says local guys like them a lot.

Best,

Gardiner

 

[cliff-1972]

Gardiner,where in Charleston you live?I am in Moncks Corner

 

[kdhotsaw2]

husky 288

Hello jeff
My local husky dealer has 2 288's in stock. give me a call or e- mail me if you cant find any closer. great saw, i've got a few loggers that think they are better than thier 385 husky'
ken
[email protected]
530-589-2744

 

[YUKON 659]

Thanks Ken, I just sent you an e-mail. I'm sure you've been asked (prolly by me) but I'm going to ask again...in your opinion, which saw is the better stock saw, the 288 or the 066? Which saw could you get more out of with a "woods" modification?

Thanks, Jeff

 

[Lamboll]

Charleston

Cliff-1972,

I am right downtown Charleston where all the tourists are. I don't post here much so I'm not listed as an "MVP," but I enjoy reading the posts and have followed the group along from the Tool Shed when that was the hot spot some time ago.

I am fortunate to have in-laws with a country place so that's where I do my cutting, etc. Just a weekend warrior, I suppose. I noticed you like performance diesels--we run both an F-550 (stock) and and F-350 (slightly modded) in our business. We do quite a bit of work up you way--shoot me an email if you'd ever like to get together.

Best,

Gardiner

 

[cliff-1972]

Lamboll,I'll do that.What kind of business do y'all have?I am at the "Mill" as it is called.Yeah,I am into modifing diesel along with anything else that has a engine .I have been looking at getting a F550 4X4.I to am a weekend warrior,but also cut tree on the side when some come up.Mostly for friends or their friends.