PitbullMidwest
Platinum Member
I own a Husqvarna 142 with a serial number after 2006xxxx1 which means that it requires an R56 chain. This has never been an issue before but now I'm unable to find anyone locally that stocks this chain. 142s with serial numbers before 2006xxxx1 use the S56 chain and I can buy it anywhere.
According to the Oregon fit chart:
90 Micro Lite R56 chain: pitch = 3/8", gauge = .043", file size = 5/32"
91 Low Profile S56 chain: pitch = 3/8", gauge = .050, file size = 5/32"
Two questions:
a. Is there a different chain that is a direct substutute for the R56
b. Can I switch bars and use a S56 chain or would this require changing the sprocket as well?
I can still buy online but buying local whenever I need a chain is preferred.
Thanks in advance,
Pitbullmidwest
According to the Oregon fit chart:
90 Micro Lite R56 chain: pitch = 3/8", gauge = .043", file size = 5/32"
91 Low Profile S56 chain: pitch = 3/8", gauge = .050, file size = 5/32"
Two questions:
a. Is there a different chain that is a direct substutute for the R56
b. Can I switch bars and use a S56 chain or would this require changing the sprocket as well?
I can still buy online but buying local whenever I need a chain is preferred.
Thanks in advance,
Pitbullmidwest