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Husqvarna 455 low compression

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2025/01/26 12:32:31 (permalink)
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Husqvarna 455 low compression

I put a new prime bulb in and while I was at it I replaced the drive sprocket and clutch put in new air filter and spark plug. Now really low compression. Won’t start. What did I do wrong

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    Thesmallenginehobbyist76
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    Re: Husqvarna 455 low compression 2025/01/27 16:00:42 (permalink)
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    Spark plug is most likely problem. Did you use a quality ngk plug?
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    Re: Husqvarna 455 low compression 2025/01/27 16:30:41 (permalink)
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    Did you tighten the engine bolts in a star pattern. Try doing that after a teaspoon of motor oil into the spark plug hole. To help lube all moving parts. Then check your compression. Compression has to be 120 and up ok
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    Re: Husqvarna 455 low compression 2025/01/28 17:30:27 (permalink)
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    Is compression release engaged? What is compression at?
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    Re: Husqvarna 455 low compression 2025/02/06 15:48:18 (permalink)
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    I would suspect a faulty compression release.
    A primer bulb, even missing, won't affect compression-Nor will clutch replacement (or lack of a clutch).
     
    If you can post the full  model # so we can look up your specific model:
    https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/husqvarna/chain-saw 
     
    Looking thru the exhaust port (muffler removed) for any scoring will indicate 
    the general condition of the internals.. Any decent scoring will (up and down on piston/ cylinder)
    WILL lower compression..
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    IE, A Stihl MS201 with a scored piston / cylinder
     
     

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    Re: Husqvarna 455 low compression 2025/02/08 13:21:27 (permalink)
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    Let us know what you find, I'm curious I like to know what does something like this so I can help others in the future.
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