Husqvarna 390XP vs China Clone Husky 372

It's not really a true comparison because these are saws of different cc's, but I just thought I'd like to share with you how similar these saws are and even power wise are quite similar (with the 37 inch bar on the 390xp being the equalizer).

[@jamesgibbs8827]

Not sure what you use today to sharpen your chains in woods, but back in " 1976" we were taught to sharpen w round file putting saw on your lap, hand sharpening each tooth by hand !!

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Sometimes I do that but mostly use a bench sharpener now...I think I have 8 or 9 saws and many chains, my chainsaw mill chain is 6 feet long and has 225 teeth on them so not practical to do by hand eh!

[@jamesgibbs8827]

Hello, I was looking for Jonsereds chain saw. I bought my first when I was 15 yrs old here in New Hampshire USA. Jonsereds 801, 20 " bar. At 15 I had to go to work. I worked for a Logger, by 16 I was running a Skidder ( baddest ass machine made, lol),, climbing and topping huge line trees, 1st top was SCAREY as hell, I thought the swinging back & forth would never stop. Lol Yikes ! So I was looking online and This video came up. I just found your channel today April 26, 2023. I 🙏🙏 Pray you are well and still at it. I would like more info on this knock off saw please. I am now 63, have very hard time getting around, on SSDI, I need Double Knee Replacements and Lower Back Surgery, & started developing neuropathy in rt foot so I been using a cane to get around. BUT I come from the camp, NEVER QUIT ! I think you posted this video 2yrs ago in 2021 ? Not sure But I'm very glad I found it. Can you give me info on the smaller saw from Gerry? How do you like it, are you still using it ?? My name is Jim Gibbs, can't find Jonsereds any more ?? I'd love to try one of these you're using Please. If not too expensive. I live month to month.

[@handsandfeethomestead9116]

Best time of the year. Wood work and deer hunting. Just love it. Take care Louie! Good luck this season.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Hey thanks!

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[@davidmartin5179]

Just subscribed. Great video. I own 100 acres of hardwood here in Ontario. I’ve been running a husqy 359 but it’s just to small. Was gonna buy a Husqy 572xp but its $1450 I discovered the China 🇨🇳 saws. Waiting on a MS660 Stihl knock Off. It was $548 delivered. Taking a chance but saving about $750. Hope it works.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Let me know how it works out for you.

[@farmalltractor]

Great video!! I only cut firewood for heating the house (6 or 7 chords per year) and some shooting lane clearing so i dont need a big CC saw. I have an Echo 600P and a husky 562xp both with 24" bars. The 562 is a beast of a saw, above and beyond the Echo. I bought the Echo about 5 years ago and cant complain about the price or reliability. Have only had the 562 a few months so we will see how it holds up. It has the electronic tuning and i worry about how it will last.

[@marynapier3962]

Both of the saws cut dam good

[@6548ww]

Those echos are good saws a little cold natured but once they warm up they will work all day long

[@dirtydogvideo]

just got a new 390 xp yesterday! 🥰🥰🥰 my 268xp will be gettin modded out now.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

nice!

[@garymcmullin2292]

interesting video and comments, thank you! I started with saws in the early 70's, never could get comfortable with Stihl...too pricey for me and some of their issues just made them an over hyped saw for my taste. Now in the late life stage I have the chainsaw disease real bad again and watching the development of the Chinese clones has finally coaxed me into trying them out. I just took delivery on a 372 and a 288, never started them, just went straight to a tear down because I wanted to see firsthand just how they are. These saws are still very controversial, claims of bad bearings, soft rods, bad cylinders and pistons, bad carburetors...it goes on and on. But then too there are a lot of sawyers that see these saws have made tremendous gains in quality. I found the fit, finish and apparent quality of these saws to be pretty darn good. The 372 had a badly scuffed piston on the intake port, either cylinder burrs or a load of crap from the carburetor. Other wise I could find nothing, in a near total tear down, that raised red flags. The crank and rod tested pretty hard, a file could not put much of a mark on it. Fasteners were tightened about right and every part was where and as it should be. The 288 was not as good, the crank was not centered so I had to adjust that. The cylinder and piston looked fine, except that the circlips seemed peened into place, I had to really get work to get them out. There were parts not installed correctly, including the ignition kill wires and the air diverter around the flywheel, but all fasteners were right. The air diverter was warped out of position and had a large rub through from the flywheel...so much for their "passed inspection" label on the saw! The hardness of the crank assembly seemed good by the file test. Pressure and vacuum test on both saws proved them sealed tight. Both saws rotated super smooth. The bearings are not S&K, but labeled S&G I think it was. I got to thinking, I have been told for a long time that most all bearings are made in China so I guess there can be grade differences, but these saws have been in use for several years now and I am not hearing of crank failures. I did top end changes to both saws and opened up the exhaust ports. I am pretty confident that they will stand up to the use I will demand. Without a doubt the quality control of these saws is a crap shoot, but if you are able and willing to tinker with them the value potential is outstanding. One channel I watch had what I think is real good advice, run high oil ratio, it is perhaps the key to durability, if there is a weak point with softer bearings.

[@scoobydoo1726]

Just bought one of the clone 372s myself, can't beat it for the money! Run 394s for yrs. Stihls can be temperamental for sure, I've had better luck with there demo saws by far.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Not bad eh mine rips pretty good!

[@jerrythechainsawguy8100]

Badass Louie!! That saw does have a clone carb. I can’t say that I’ve ever had an issue with the clone carbs, but there’s a first time for everything. If you can’t tune that bog out, maybe try an OEM husqvarna carb. I’m a dork. I timed your cuts, and I have to say I expected the 390 to walk all over that 372 (even with the difference in bar size). But I was surprised to see the 372 was 4 seconds faster on the second cut! Truely awesome.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Pretty sweet eh! Good work Jerry!

[@deanfisher3872]

Jerry ,I from Ohio, where can i get one of these saws?

[@jerrythechainsawguy8100]

@@deanfisher3872 I build these saws on a small scale. I do about 10 saws a year. If I built one for everyone who asked I’d be building hundreds a year. But I can point you in the right direction. There are guys that do what I do and sell them on eBay. Like... this one. www.ebay.com/itm/164618551471

[@NeasYellek]

@@jerrythechainsawguy8100 it has been nearly a year since you posted that. Would like more details about what to replace and is it still cost effective after replacing those parts vs buying a real husqvarna

[@maxxwalters2829]

Hi from Ontario..I purchase the 390XP last year what a killer saw...them aftermarkets with good parts are good...I hate X-Torq emission engine

[@TheBibliofilus]

Admit it Louis, this was just to get that 2-stroke oil smell fix for the addiction! And you're right, Stihl are nice gear but maybe more for the lighter 35-50 cc saws.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

No doubt about it!

[@TheBibliofilus]

@@rollingupmysleeves Yea I've got the same issue now. All your extensive coverage of the Polaris Axys Pro RMK 800 got me to get one, 3 years old with 30miles like new for half the price of a new. Now I bet there'll be no snow this winter because of it!

[@iandyck9605]

$1200! now for a 372. I think the chain was a bit dull on the 390, but that's still an impressive 372 copy. I got my 372 20 years ago and its been great. Bucking 18" hardwood almost makes you wonder why you'd want a processor.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

1200 Canadian I'm pretty sure. Thanks for watching!

[@Erated78]

Oh yea, you know it's fall when the chainsaws rip and thoughts turn to deer stands. I hope to see some vids of your guys hunt on this channel! I have never used a Husq saw but I know they're priced pretty good. I recently tried a Stihl saw for the first time and liked it, very smooth and balanced.

[@jacquesblaque7728]

Another good chainsaw option for you: Makita (actually Dolmar from way back) made in Hamburg. Wide range of saws to shame stihl. Loving my 6100, a real beast. I almost forgot- they have some real bargains besides. Unless you've money to burn.

[@bryankerr69]

I have a Stihl and I find when it's hotter outside the tank tends to vapor lock. Not sure why. Otherwise it's a great saw. Always starts good, if you start it correctly. Easily flooded on a cold start. I think the worst part of a Stihl is their carburetors.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Agreed

[@VinnyMartello]

Those unassembled 372 kits are 260 bucks on ebay. I'm tempted.

[@mikewarner1199]

Do you have link where to buy?

[@bouldernelsonbigfoot]

Husky 390XP is 1 of the BEST.

[@maxxwalters2829]

We have a good chunk of snow in Timmins

[@jordbjor1]

From snowmobiles to chainsaws at least you are sticking to 2strokes 😆

[@rollingupmysleeves]

lol true!

[@donnysadventuresoutdoors3605]

I’m with you on the Stihl...Husky all the way!

[@jacquesblaque7728]

Seems obvious that the 372 clone needs a tad more fuel on (H). Historic mfg instructions, and AutoTune design both go for (H) setting giving max rpm under load. Setting (H) for specific rpm @WOT with no load, is a kludge, a joke- just makes cleanup easier for dlr, with no wood chips all about. As a **starting point only** you could adjust carb properly from there. Muffling is good, for audiophiles; mo-noise is bad.

[@coreypruka5501]

'Spent the winter under a snowbank. Didn't even know where it was.' Sounds like a couple of the Elans eh?

[@rollingupmysleeves]

LOL yes very true

[@johndocherty7173]

i just bought the cs7200 is this similar saw. what is the cc and the bar size. i cannot see on this copy but i have decompression button awsome video buddy

[@rollingupmysleeves]

hmm, its got a 20 inch bar on it - not exactly sure of the actually cc but most likely the same as the 372

[@codyroger9581]

Open the muffler up and retune, every tank you run it will Get stronger...

[@birdhunter2754]

Big wood use skip tooth chain.

[@h200z]

Play with the low adjustment for that cold bog

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Will do!

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Where did you get the clone and how much does it cost? How does the Farmtec clone compare?

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Jerry in the USA built if for me, no idea where he got it. He did upgrade parts on it.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

@@rollingupmysleeves OK. Amazon has the Holzforma g376xp for $319. I need to sell some more wood before wifey will let me buy it.

[@mile4856]

Please can you help me.I have HUSQVARNA 365 special.It is relatively new.On the decompression valve and under have little oil and carbon?Anyway,It seems that chainsaw work normal and the compression is good... I don't use decompression valve for starting..Can you give me your opinion about that,do I needd to be worry and go to service.Sorry for my bad english.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

It might need to be tightened - it shouldn't be leaking.

[@JohnWilliams-iw6oq]

I've had a gut full of Stihl, here in Australia the quality seems to get worse with every new model.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

I agree Mate.

[@PolarisEricson]

Man, i feel like cutting some wood now lol

[@rollingupmysleeves]

It's a good feeling right lol!

[@murraytichborne9903]

Oh The a generic has a hiccup. Forgot to mention husky makes poulin and jonesred

[@jacquesblaque7728]

Didja mean Poulan & Jonsered? Fixed it fer ya.

[@lamarzimmermanmennonitefar5269]

Wheres the gettin spot for these saws?

[@rollingupmysleeves]

If he sells them Ill let ya know.

[@NathanVdV]

farmertec.com or trough our local dealers in the states and europe.

[@rayjs1963]

So what is the cost of the knock off saw..4 to 500.00?

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Pretty sure less than that at the time

[@VinnyMartello]

260 if you buy the unassembled kits.

[@murraytichborne9903]

Gotta love the husky. Make an all around good saw.

[@starpuss]

*I want to go Cut Wood Now :(* I brought a new 550XP MarkII And i really only used one tank of fuel out of her :( Wish i had more time this year.. But working Too Much! Also.. farmertec/Huztl Has made me an AWESOME Offer to try some of the clone saws they offer.. Just Wish i had the time to make a review!

[@rollingupmysleeves]

Give it a try!

[@johnclarke6647]

I thought you should turn up the oiler a bit. The bar on the G 372 was smoking from what I could see. The oiler on my 372XP is very robust and will the bar look like melting wax on a candle if you are not actually cutting wood.

[@rollingupmysleeves]

ill take a look!

[@polarismadd]

Needs a slp pipe

[@odetwaetv8620]

boleh saya minta satu yg bekas aja,,,pleas

[@larrywarner9314]

Screwy luwy

[@wraithworks1]

The Chinese crank is a lot weaker.

[@xtidnab]

i am confused, how much money can you save to justify Chinese rip'n off the intellectual rights of others, it hurts everyone, plus ask yourself, "how do the Chinese manufacture so cheaply", its called "slave labor."

[@rollingupmysleeves]

I agree

[@willlindsay6753]

It’s all made there