550xp Which Fuels?

[drossi1212]

Just signed up to the site and have a wee question.

 

Have a 550xp arriving after xmas and wondering on fuelling. Small jobs, periodic use and a few wks between. So I don't want to have my fuels sat for wks on end between jobs.

What's the advice?

Cheers

[spudulike]

Probably just run it from new on Aspen as it will keep it sweet. The reason is that sporadic use means you will either need to drain the saw down after use or just use Aspen that can be left in the saw and will not degrade rubbers and carb components.

 

The risk of using other fuels is that they will be left for long periods in the saw and may well cause seizure or other issues if you use old fuel and not fresh mix each time.

 

If you decide to use normal pump fuel then use a semi or full synthetic quality oil in the fuel and avoid other cheaper alternatives.

[drossi1212]

I'm looking at normal pump fuel and oil. My issue is I'm all over when jobs come in. I've heard of engine fails and cock ups with cheap fuels, poor oils etc. A bought pre mix would save the headache etc but for ease of getting hold/transport I'll stick to mixing. What's the advice for fuel / oil? Shell / bp supreme. What's the 'go to' tried and tested oil?

[Riggerbear]

I'd go with spud on the Aspen, there's loads of stockists all over the country.

If you've got to use pump fuel, stay away from supermarket stuff and use normal unleaded and not super unleaded and a good quality 2 stroke and keep the mix the same every fill.

[spudulike]

I'm looking at normal pump fuel and oil. My issue is I'm all over when jobs come in. I've heard of engine fails and cock ups with cheap fuels, poor oils etc. A bought pre mix would save the headache etc but for ease of getting hold/transport I'll stick to mixing. What's the advice for fuel / oil? Shell / bp supreme. What's the 'go to' tried and tested oil?

 

Husqvarna LS (Low Smoke) Semi Synthetic makes sense as it will ensure the warranty is fulfilled and will meet manufactures instructions. Steer clear of DIY oils and mineral oils!

 

With your remit of use, Aspen makes sense but it is your choice!

[drossi1212]

Cheers guys. Thanks for the advice

[RichieR]

I run LS and never had a problem

[Old Mill Tree Care]

Aspen only.

[Stubby]

Aspen .

[john k]

Aspen