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Husqvarna 545 bar question.

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by MaineMtnMan, Jan 30, 2018.

  1. MaineMtnMan

    MaineMtnMan

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    I have an 18 inch bar in my 545, .on a rare occasion I need a longer bar, I'd hope to be able to use this saw instead of buying a bigger saw.

    How big can I go bar wise on this saw?

    Is there a formula used to figure Max bar size based on CCs?

    Thanks for any info.
     
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    Fifelaker, Jan 30, 2018
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    Thanks Fife,
    Now I feel silly not just looking that up myself.
     
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    Don’t feel silly, we all ask questions that can be found easily on our own- plus, it gives other members the chance to keep their search skillz honed. :D
    As to bar length, I occasionally run a 20” on my 445 and it does fine. :yes:
     
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    I have a 20" with a H23 chain and does just fine as long as I don't file those rakers down too much lol
     
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