The Pros:Orange color is easy to find if put down somewhere outside. Compact design is easy to handle and maneuver. Runs more quietly and cooler than other similar models.
The Cons:Plastic rope assembly gets stuck and won't coil back. Maintenance is tricky - the cover over the rope assembly, for instance, uses 3 types of screws. Chain tends to come loose quickly, needs regular adjustment.
From Manufacturer - The Husqvarna 142 is a lightweight, easy to operate and versatile saw for more demanding homeowner and part-time use. A new spring-assisted starter mechanism makes this model very easy to start.
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Just like all Husqvarna saws, the 142 satisfies the highest demands on safety, easy operation and ergonomics. Useful in gardens and yards as well as for felling applications.
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orange color is easy to find if put down somewhere outside
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compact design is easy to handle and maneuver
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runs more quietly and cooler than other similar models
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plastic rope assembly gets stuck and won't coil back
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maintenance is tricky - the cover over the rope assembly, for instance, uses 3 types of screws
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chain tends to come loose quickly, needs regular adjustment
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muffler is supposed to be replaced every 75 hours of use
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dakalvia:
#husqvarna_142 I think the best chainsaws are Husqvarna and Stihl....I am looking for a 16" of either of these brands. Not sure which is better though.
Nov 20, 10
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#husqvarna_142 I thought my 142 was the best saw I ever owned until a pre-mature muffer failure. The manual suggests replacing the muffler every 75 hours. What???? $A new muffler costs $35. Well, mine failed prior to 75 hours of use but after the warranty expired. The suspected cause, the muffler gasket had been improperly installed in the factory restricting exhaust flow which in turn resulted in a scorn piston. I contacted Huskie numerous times without obtaining any assistance. Finally, A muffler gasket has two punched holes. The one I removed had three holes. Looking at it you could clearly see that it was mounted diagonally across the exhaust port. I waited a few weeks and again contacted Huskie and they claimed they never received it. No more junk.
Mar 14, 09
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