New piston for Husky 162se

[hrhunter]

I have decided to clean up the cylinder and put in a new piston. I am looking at a Meteor piston to put in it. Is it OK to use the circlips that come with the piston or do I need to get OEM? What size do I need if I do need to get OEM? I am planning to put seals in, carb kit, fuel line, etc. I was considering putting a bigger cylinder/piston on but just want to get it going again. I strongly considered putting on a 272 topend and may do that in the future yet.

Thanks

Robert

 

[spike60]

Depending on the particular aftermarket supplier, the OEM circlips may not fit properly. I can't say either way regarding the Meteor stuff. Maybe someone who has used them will chime in.

 

[hrhunter]

Maybe the question should be, is it worthwhile putting any money into this saw? Would it be worth more parting out?

 

[HiOctane]

Keep your 162,its a solid and dependable saw.

 

[jockeydeuce]

Keep your 162,its a solid and dependable saw.

+1...A 162 is only 4 cc's less than a 266 and has a closed transfer cylinder....Good saws and superior to a 61!

 

[mattinky]

+1...A 162 is only 4 cc's less than a 266 and has a closed transfer cylinder....Good saws and superior to a 61!

+2

 

[SawTroll]

Keep your 162,its a solid and dependable saw.

+ It is a historically significant model, that shouldn't be made into a "frankensaw".

 

[zxxflyer]

Don't give up on it!!!

I dropped this piston in mine and am VERY happy: Google Image Result for http://i.ebayimg.com/t/HUSQVARNA-162-SE-162SE-61-OLD-CHAINSAW-PISTON-48mm-/06/!BiT52ewBWk~%24(KGrHqMH-DMEsKf0oKgbBLORuynNTw~~_35.JPG