Boskaerm
ArboristSite Guru
So whats the Husqvarna 266 SE like?
I rebuilt one not too long ago and have ran about 6-7 tanks through it. I did some port work on it while I had the top off as there was a lot of room for widening. The saw run really good and is full of torque.
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Just curious how does the 266 compare to your 365?
Welcome to the siteLove my 266! With a new 3/8 semi chisel chain it goes like a hot knife through butter on red oak. I bought it new in 1985 and just recently put a new diaphragm in the carb and changed the fuel line, filter, and gas tank vent. I was told by the dealer I bought it from that it puts out 5 hp. I also have a 570xp with 3/8 semi chisel on it. It doesn't seem to have quite as much power as the 266se but it does have a compression release which is easier on my torn rotater cuff and it doesn't vibrate quite as much.
They must be your favorites if you have five of them. I've never tried porting a chainsaw. I've done it to a few V-8 heads. I've thought about putting a compression release on my 266 but I don't think the head is thick enough to do it. I've read that another person did it with good results but I'm not sure what to do. Probably just stay on the safe side and leave it alone.Welcome to the site
This is a 9 year old thread
But I totally agree with you
I have 5 266s most ported
They are my favorites and run with anything in the same range out there.
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