Husky 450e

stone69er · 16th February 2009, 06:12 PM

Hi all,just bought a Husky 450e and was wondering if there are any known problems that I should look out for??Im runnig the fuel at 40:1 with Castrol TTS,in your opinion is ths good oil for a chainsaw..being a motorcycle mechanic it the nuts for bikes,but chainsaws....New too me,any advise would be great,oh also have a Husky 61 that was passed on to me awhile ago,gonna strip motor and make good,any advise on parts,heaps of Chinese junk parts overhere,genuine very$$.
Hope you are all well and safe,Matt

newguy18 · 17th February 2009, 02:50 AM

i suggest running the manufacteres oil, ran bike oil in one of my saws and it burnt up so i had to rebuild it.As for the 61,if it just needs a piston and rings,go for it.

Jeff Darby · 17th February 2009, 12:10 PM

Only use oil designed for air cooled engines, for small two strokes.

DO NOT USE MARINE OIL AS THIS OIL IS DESIGNED FOR WATER COOLED ENGINES

Eric Frei · 17th February 2009, 09:16 PM

Most bikes are air cooled though and he did say bikes.

Jeff Darby · 17th February 2009, 09:31 PM

It was more of a general warning, yes I have done it costed me a top end on one of my saws..

the old thumper Harley's are air cooled but their oil is 50wt oil viscosity comes into play with small engines...oils aint oils sol

question? how does a 20 wt become a 50 wt when used???

Eric Frei · 17th February 2009, 11:00 PM

Mate, we're talking 2 strokes

Jeff Darby · 17th February 2009, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekka

Mate, we're talking 2 strokes

yeah I know, 4stroke air cooled was only a referance.

Castrol TTS

* Motor Cycle 2 stroke Synthetic engine oil SAE 20
* High performance air or water cooled Japanese and Euro motor cycles
* Low smoke
* Provides max. and sustained engine protection during open throttle operation
* Suitable for competition on and off road applications

Castrol-tts engine oil

The decision is yours

Eric Frei · 17th February 2009, 11:19 PM

But chainsaws dont have sumps.

Jeff Darby · 17th February 2009, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekka

But chainsaws dont have sumps.

Thats right, The petrol oil mix lubricate all internal parts just as the piston acts as the inlet and exhaust valve.

stone69er · 18th February 2009, 03:56 PM

2 strove motorcycle engines arnt really that different from a chainsaw,2 units in the one housing,motor and gearbox,conected with a primary drive and clutch etc.Although bike 2 stroke motors do have differnt types of "induction systems"ie piston port,reed valve,crank case and rotary disc.
Anyway Ill go with the TTS and keep posted if any problems arise.Which I wouldnt think so as Ive always used it in all my air cooled MX bikes with not a sighn of any problems.
Cheers for all the helpfull advise.

ontrack2 · 15th August 2009, 09:11 AM

I have just bought a Husky 440e and this is the info for that saw, i dont think it makes too much difference with the 450 as their mix ratios were no different and only changed for 60cc or greater.

According to Husqvarna a 40:1 mix is with Husky oils only, and other brand and they recommend a 25:1 mix. Over here is Australia if you want to keep your 2 year warranty you are supposed to run 40:1 with Husky oil, but as the dealer said "How would I know what mix you run"

I use a good hi octane fuel (98 rating) with my fuel and for the moment I am using the husky with the 40:1 mix using Husky oil as they gave me 4 litres of it with the saw. So figured I will follow what they recommend for now.

I have heard (dont know how true this is) that with all the EPA stuff on these new saws they can be a little picky about tune and mix's..someone will know more about this than me though

16th February 2009, 06:12 PM	#1
stone69er I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 4	Husky 450e Hi all,just bought a Husky 450e and was wondering if there are any known problems that I should look out for??Im runnig the fuel at 40:1 with Castrol TTS,in your opinion is ths good oil for a chainsaw..being a motorcycle mechanic it the nuts for bikes,but chainsaws....New too me,any advise would be great,oh also have a Husky 61 that was passed on to me awhile ago,gonna strip motor and make good,any advise on parts,heaps of Chinese junk parts overhere,genuine very$$. Hope you are all well and safe,Matt

17th February 2009, 02:50 AM	#2
newguy18 Part of the Furniture Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: orlando,fl Posts: 4,977	Re: Husky 450e i suggest running the manufacteres oil, ran bike oil in one of my saws and it burnt up so i had to rebuild it.As for the 61,if it just needs a piston and rings,go for it. __________________ Have your say join us today. old schooler Last edited by newguy18; 17th February 2009 at 01:06 PM.

17th February 2009, 12:10 PM	#3
Jeff Darby Moderator - Previously known as JayD Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TreeWorld, Sydney Australia Posts: 2,031	Re: Husky 450e Only use oil designed for air cooled engines, for small two strokes. DO NOT USE MARINE OIL AS THIS OIL IS DESIGNED FOR WATER COOLED ENGINES __________________ Member: Australian Tree Association Join the Australian Tree Association...Have your voice heard ! Arboriculture, A life long study for some, a passing phase for others © Jeffrey J Darby 2011

17th February 2009, 09:16 PM	#4
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,816	Re: Husky 450e Most bikes are air cooled though and he did say bikes. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

17th February 2009, 09:31 PM	#5
Jeff Darby Moderator - Previously known as JayD Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TreeWorld, Sydney Australia Posts: 2,031	Re: Husky 450e It was more of a general warning, yes I have done it costed me a top end on one of my saws.. the old thumper Harley's are air cooled but their oil is 50wt oil viscosity comes into play with small engines...oils aint oils sol question? how does a 20 wt become a 50 wt when used??? __________________ Member: Australian Tree Association Join the Australian Tree Association...Have your voice heard ! Arboriculture, A life long study for some, a passing phase for others © Jeffrey J Darby 2011

17th February 2009, 11:00 PM	#6
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,816	Re: Husky 450e Mate, we're talking 2 strokes __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

17th February 2009, 11:19 PM	#8
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,816	Re: Husky 450e But chainsaws dont have sumps. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

18th February 2009, 03:56 PM	#10
stone69er I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 4	Re: Husky 450e 2 strove motorcycle engines arnt really that different from a chainsaw,2 units in the one housing,motor and gearbox,conected with a primary drive and clutch etc.Although bike 2 stroke motors do have differnt types of "induction systems"ie piston port,reed valve,crank case and rotary disc. Anyway Ill go with the TTS and keep posted if any problems arise.Which I wouldnt think so as Ive always used it in all my air cooled MX bikes with not a sighn of any problems. Cheers for all the helpfull advise.

15th August 2009, 09:11 AM	#11
ontrack2 Sappling Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 6	Re: Husky 450e I have just bought a Husky 440e and this is the info for that saw, i dont think it makes too much difference with the 450 as their mix ratios were no different and only changed for 60cc or greater. According to Husqvarna a 40:1 mix is with Husky oils only, and other brand and they recommend a 25:1 mix. Over here is Australia if you want to keep your 2 year warranty you are supposed to run 40:1 with Husky oil, but as the dealer said "How would I know what mix you run" I use a good hi octane fuel (98 rating) with my fuel and for the moment I am using the husky with the 40:1 mix using Husky oil as they gave me 4 litres of it with the saw. So figured I will follow what they recommend for now. I have heard (dont know how true this is) that with all the EPA stuff on these new saws they can be a little picky about tune and mix's..someone will know more about this than me though

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