Riding near Lincoln, NH

I am looking to do some riding while staying in Lincoln, NH. I would need to rent 2 sleds for 2 or 3 day period for self-guided riding. Not looking to do any guided tours. Does anyone suggest a good place to rent sleds based out of Lincoln, or would drop off two sleds in Lincoln? How are the trails getting through, and in/out of Lincoln? Thanks in advance for any help.

Riding near Lincoln, NH

how to bleed 08 700 cfi

I just rebuilt my motor, I Bleed the first part of my oil line to the oil pump, do I have to do something else after this part.


Thanks

how to bleed 08 700 cfi

new be from grand rapids ,MI.

just a little about me i am 60+ and do a little ice fishing just
bought a 1993 ski doo safari deluxe 377.
looking some feedback good or bad haven't had a chance to try it yet.

new be from grand rapids ,MI.

Bombardier 1963

Look for Master Repair Manual for ski-doo Bombardier 1963

Bombardier 1963

Polaris Indy 500 EFI SKS

I have a low miles 1997 Polaris Indy 500 EFI SKS. It has 1750 miles on it and when I picked it up was sitting with a tank of gas in it for 7 years do all fuel lines had to be replaced along with filters and a complete carb and air box cleaning. Sled starts on second pull every time and idles perfect. Rides perfect and quick throttle response. As machine warns up acts as if it's starving for fuel and bogs out and won't move. After shutting off and restarting machine will run again for 15 mins or so before same thing happens again. Any ideas what could be causing. Engine temp is low when this happens so not overheating.

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92' 440 cougar oil pump question

I just got the body and engine separate and just installed the engine but I'm wondering how to hook up the lines for the oil pump. I see 2 fittings, one on the base and one on thee pump that seem to be the same size.
Thanks

92' 440 cougar oil pump question

IQ carbureted gas tank pickup

when I look into my gas tank on a IQ carb model sled [550 shift] I see a tan colored tube I never noticed before. sometimes the float on the cap guage bumps it when fueling. is this the pickup tube ,or some kind of baffle crossover tube? I don't think it was in the way before, and just want to make sure it isn't kinked or something. thank you for any help, I cant find any pics in the service manual for carbed models.

IQ carbureted gas tank pickup

1991 Polaris Indy 500 carb adj question?

I have this 1991 Polaris Indy 500 water cooled, The day i got it it was sitting in a nice heated garage for 400 bucks. It looks nice and had compression and would start no problem and the o.g. owner tried pulling it up onto the trailer but we had to winch it up on. When i got it home i removed the tank/seat, oil jug and removed old fluids, cleaned the parts like new. Also I have cleaned out all the the carbs inside to get out old gas and just clean it up to get this sled going again. It starts pretty good when it has sat for a min or not start at all for the day. It will idle for about 3 mins before it dies out. I figured still dirt or foreign crap still? It has new fuel filter, fuel line, it has been cleaned and adjusted by a local veteran sled dude...same idles great but falls on its face when you rev it up and dies... sounds like maybe a choke problem? The little plunger at the end of the choke lines are a bit rough but IMO i dont think it is the problem. I let it idle for long enough to get some temps off the exhaust,(just at the head) left side cyl 270 degrees right side is 180 degrees. What is the correct operating temp for this motor? and what screw do i need to adj?

1991 Polaris Indy 500 carb adj question?

Finally found the problem on '87 Indy Trail

I figured today I would pop the heads off and see what my troubles were. Last year it would move about 10 feet and bog down with no power at all. Well, today I found out the problem. It seems that the edge of the LH piston has broke away and chewed up the rest of the piston and head. When I checked pressure before I took it off, the LH had about 10 PSI and the RH had about 120.

Bad piston:


Good piston:


Heads:

Finally found the problem on '87 Indy Trail

Direction Needed

I am looking to Purchase a new / used sled. I am new to snowmobiling and am looking for a 2 up touring machine. I have found plenty and realize many people are brand loyal and brand can be a personal choice. My question is value and how to determine it. I came across a 1999 ski doo grand touring 500 liquid cooled with electric start and reverse and ~400 miles on it. They are asking $2800.00. Can any one offer me some advice on determining the actual value of the machine and what I should be looking for when looking at a machine as far as wear is concerned??

Direction Needed

Have rewire from scratch, how to run lights/regulator?

Working on a 75 Moto Ski Nuvik 300 with an unknown 399cc engine today. Have to pretty much rewire from scratch. The previous owner did a hack job on the wiring. Got the ignition side wired and the sled is back up and running. Have to wire up the ignition switch and kill switch, but that's easy enough.

My question is on the lighting side. I've verified that the plug running to the tail light works, and that the headlight bulb works, but I'm unsure of how to run power from the 2 yellow wires from the lighting coil to power the lights through the regulator.

Both wires from the stator are yellow with dashes. I'm assuming that one of the 2 get grounded, and the other just gets wired in with the positive from each bulb, and then wired into the regulator, but I'm not entirely sure.

Have rewire from scratch, how to run lights/regulator?

Polaris Indy 440 Sport 1992

I have a 1992 Polaris 440 Indy Sport and need a new hood. Anyone know what years will fit the 1992? I'm having a hard time finding one. Also is the 440 Sport Hood the same Hood as the 440 Trail.
Thanks for the help.

Polaris Indy 440 Sport 1992

Fuel line tip: 3/16" vs 1/4"

I was at my local Arctic Cat dealer a few weeks go picking up some odds and ends and some fuel line. The shop is run by two brothers. One brother was away, so the brother who normally does the wrenching was helping me out.

I asked for 1/4" fuel line and he asked what year sled "1996" I told him. He went on to say those sleds use 3/16 line. On it's own, it's a bear to install. But if you heat the end up gently with a lighter and put a little WD40 on the fitting, it should slide on will a little pushing. He went on to say, over time the 1/4" line just pressed on will most likely fall off in the tank. (I actually had a leak issue last year where I lost a few gallons of gas during the week due to lines not being tight on the fuel pump)

This weekend, I tried the heating/WD 40 trick. Took a little practice, but worked perfectly. It leaves a very tight seal and you don't need any clamps or zip ties to hold things together.

I then went to remove the threaded adapter from my tank to replace the 1/4" line I had put in there two season ago....it fell off in the tank. Glad I sorted this out now! I'll be doing the same to the Jag this week...

Fuel line tip: 3/16" vs 1/4"

polaris 550 fan how do you pull start after sitting when it is 20 below zero?

2011 and2013 Polaris IQ shift when it is 20 degrees below 0 in the morning can barely pull to start. I would appreciate any tips .

polaris 550 fan how do you pull start after sitting when it is 20 below zero?

Cross country racing info

Does anybody have any info about racing XC around lower WI? Not a pro event, amateur. Maybe somebody ahs a club that does this.

Cross country racing info

Newbie here

Hi guys, wondering how I could contact an admin, Thanks

Newbie here

Advise Needed

I have a 2012 Rmk pro 800. I also have a 2013 Rmk. It seem the 2012 slips very easy. Maybe a better description is it spins out, doesn't get the traction I think it should. This is my wife's sled and she is not very big, can it smiply be weight? Is there adjustments to be made?

Advise Needed

1996 Arctic Cat Jag 340

Hello everyone, my name is Andrew and I've come here numerous times as a guest to troubleshoot some problems, but I've got one that I just can't seem to figure out.

I've lived my whole life in Northern Michigan but have only been riding for about a year.

Now I'm mechanically inclined, and have pretty much done all the work myself over 6 different sleds, Polaris, Arctic Cat, and Yamaha. I personally own a 99 Yamaha 700, but I've been trying to figure out a problem.

So regarding the Puma, it's a 96, 340 single carb.

The problem I am experiencing is idle. I cannot get it to idle. I once was able to when it was warmer ( about a month ago ), but since firing her up today, it just won't.

So, if I start her up, and tickle the throttle, it will stay running. If I hammer it down, it revs up just fine. Leave her alone, and it stalls out within 5-10 seconds.

I just got in from my 1st attempt today to fix her. This is what I did,

Drained old gas, took off carb. Replaced with fresh gas.

THOUROUGHLY cleaned carb, cleaned out fuel lines, put back together. Retrieved the gas pickup tub using a coat hanger, made sure the filter was not clogged, and it was not.

Inspected choke cable, it is a little beat up but appears to be functioning as it should.

Throttle cable also looks good, not beat up.

Intake boot is in good condition,

Spark plugs are new.

Compression is good.

I read somewhere to start the air and fuel screws around 1 turn out and adjust the air out up to 2 1/2.

I tried all different adjustments but she always stalled out.

Throttle position cable was messed with and didn't appear to make a difference.


This is probably the 10-12th carb that I've gone through and never had a problem with my reassembly. The only thing that I noticed is the needle valve (the piece that pushes down on the floats, shaped like a pyramid ) did not have a metal clip that held onto the bracket. Sorry for my terminology in advance.

Other than that, I don't really know how to adjust floats or what to look for there.

So I am guessing it is one of these things.

Anyone have any ideas? This sled is sort of a family relic and means a lot to the in-laws. It would be great if I could get her running right for them.

Thanks!

1996 Arctic Cat Jag 340

2001 Summit 800 lighting issue

Fired up my sled today for the first of the season. No head lights or tail lights. The dash lights work and the hand warmers were extremely hot after running the sled just about 10mns. Weird cause I don't even think the hand warmers were turned on? From my research on forum it sounds like it could be a Voltage Regulator but I may be completely wrong...I'm not a mechanic.

If so, is the VR located on the floor of the sled below the exhaust? I think I saw it on the floor when I lifted the hood.

Is there any type of test I should do before I order any replacement part? Where do you recommend replacement part?

Suggestions? Thanks!

2001 Summit 800 lighting issue

Anyone know what engine this is?

I have a 75 or 76 Motoski Nuvik 300 that I am working on, and one of the coil wire colors didn't match up with my schematic. Looked at the plate on the engine and found this:

Rotax-Werk AG. Wels
Mot. No. 1946803
bor 2x64.5mm, stroke 61mm, capac. 399cc
Made in Austria

Did some searching but haven't found any info. The manual I have covers the olympique/nuvik, and tnt, but none of them match. Thinking it could be a 70-71 Alpine, or 70 Valmont r/er, but I really don't know.

Anyone know what engine this is?

Speedo bearing housing grease

I was working on the Puma today and removed the housing for the speedo bearing housing to have a look. The grease looked ok, but was really brown. I grease this twice a season with "Green Grease" which is basically white grease with a green tint to it. Not sure what was in there before; maybe that caused the funky color.

I removed all that crud from the housing and wiped down the bearing. I then put a few pumps of Green Grease in the housing and used my finger to apply some fresh grease directly to the bearing. Once installed, I gave the zerk a few more pumps.

Should be good to go now. Guess this will be part of my off season wrenching going forward.








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Speedo bearing housing grease

crankcase full of oil

I have a 2000 skidoo formula z 700. I was going to do a top end rebuild when I noticed one side of the crankcase was 3/4 full of oil and the other had very little. I thought the crankcase was suppose to be empty on a 2 stroke. I'm new to 2 stroke engines.

crankcase full of oil

Skidoo rev renegade vs renegade x?

I have a couple questions. I know that the x package has better shocks but are there any other difference in them do they both sit the same height. I am in the market and had a 06 gade x lined up but the guy changed his mind so today I looked at a 05 gade and noticed that it sat pretty low compared to the x and didn't know if that was how they are or the shock was just toast

Skidoo rev renegade vs renegade x?

Salt/Snow Shields

Ok. So I just picked up sled #2 . Now I need a trailer. Looking for used two up tilt trailer. My budget is limited. I have found many that have tie downs, working lights etc, but most in my price range do not have snow shields. Most of my sledding is local. Maybe 1/2 hour away at most. Can I get by without a snow shield? What can I expect for spray abuse? Anyone on here transporting with no shield?
Thanks.

Salt/Snow Shields

03 800 RMK vertical escape. wont start?

hi all,

i have a 03 800 polaris rmk vertical escape. the first season i bought it i ended up breaking a bolt off that holds the wheel to the belt and couldnt run my sled that year. last year i get it fixed and dumb me tries to run it with old fuel in it as it was only a half tank. after about 2-3 trips the sled started to misfire to the point where i couldnt get it to move. this year now i have drained the gas, cleaned the carbs and replaced a cracked float, cleaned the power valves, and bought new spark plugs. i do not know much about engines but i do not feel like spending another 500-1k on this sled so im doing it myself. i put it all back together put a small amount of gas down the plugs and tried to start it. no dice.
i went out and bought a compression test and at around 7k ft and 20-30 degrees im getting 100 in both with WOT (is this to low?) i took the carb back off and gas spilled out, there appears to be oil in the carb too. i pulled it a few more times and about a bottle cap worth of gas came out of the fuel pump each time i pulled. i do not know what to try next, any suggestions?

03 800 RMK vertical escape. wont start?

1986 Yamaha Phazer carb swap. Newbie here

Hey guys,
First post on the forums. I have been searching and browsing for about a month now before I signed up. I recently just acquired two new to me sleds, a 1986 Polaris Indy 400 and a 1986 Yamaha Phazer 485 w/electric start. I am starting with fixing the Phazer as the motor in it was in better shape. However it had sat for a few years and the gas gummed up the carbs. I have cleaned the carbs 2 times and let them soak in Berrymans carb cleaner. However they are still not functioning correctly. They idle but do not like to accept and throttle above 2000 rpm. And yes the rubber plugs are in the correct spots lol. So out of frustration I gave up on them. I took the VM34SS carbs off the Indy, they are a round slide style. I put them on the Yamaha and they idle and respond to throttle a lot better, however I start to bog past the pilot circuit throttle position. I know I need to up my fueling. Has anyone swapped these carbs onto a Phazer before? I have all the carb specs as far as what the current jetting is for the VM34SS carbs. Just need to know what I should up my jetting to. Sorry for the long winded post.

1986 Yamaha Phazer carb swap. Newbie here

problems with jag 440

hi guys I brought out my sled this yr and i think the mice got to it. it is extremly hard to pull over. we have tried diesel fuel with no change. i have the top of the heads off and the exuast tore off and still can barely turn over. the pistons and and heads still look good from what i can tell. is there any easy fixes for this to get the bottom half of the engine cleaned without a total tear down?

problems with jag 440

1991 Indy Sport fuel pump

I am looking for a link to a rebuild type kit for my fuel pump. All the places I have found show not available any longer.

1991 Indy Sport fuel pump

Greetings

Good morning to all. I had sleds back in the mid 80's, when we used to have snow here in S.E. Mass.,and a group to ride with. I've been getting back into it over the last couple of years starting with a 71 Ski-doo 440 TNT that came from a guy I trade various things back and forth with. I got it running, but had forgotten that on those old machines that you and your knees are the suspension. I picked up a John Deere Sprintfire last year which is a bit easier on the tailbone. Last summer I lucked into an 01 Ski-doo MXZ 700 that had most of the front end gear wiped out. This one is almost done, really looking forward to trying it out, but honestly I'm a little afraid of what it might do. I got off the ground with the JD ( by accident), the little 340 took me by surprise when I opened it up going around the back of the garage, suddenly I was at 40 mph and the wife's garden gazebo was dead ahead about 30 feet away. I managed to keep it under control, either old reflexes do come back or I just got lucky. This MXZ has twice the engine in it and twice the carburation. I think I'll be taking it real easy on this one for a while. Stay tuned.

Greetings

Top rear track ideller removal

I have an 04 136 track 600 edge touring. Has anyone had an issue with removing these rear wheels? It appears to me in order to change out bearings you need to drill out bottom rivets under rear running boards and remove plastic? I believe there must be a lock nut hidden in behind? Any help or suggestions would be appreciated!

Top rear track ideller removal

Sno pro 600

Can anyone tell me the main use for an 09 sno pro 600 (what it is best suited for), for example boondocking, trail riding, etc. also, what is pump fuel?

Sno pro 600

Tie down crank plates

Can someone describe the process of installing the crank plate underneath a trailer for the crank to screw into? Do they come with hardware? If not, what do you all recommend for attaching the plate? I assume I determine location from top, drill hole, then mount from underneath... Would that be right?

Tie down crank plates

Alouette Eliminator 440 Info?

My friend has one of these he's sent me pictures of. I'm not 100% sure what year it is. It looks to be in pretty good condition, other than needing a seat, and he tells me that it runs well. I still need to have a look at it, but I'm thinking about buying it. I just can't seem to find much info about them. Can anyone tell me anything about these sleds? I'd really like to know a top speed
Thanks!

Alouette Eliminator 440 Info?

Mod on Rev XS

I was having trouble getting the proper reading for track tension. Decided to install a second limiter strap. Everything hangs even now and tension is the same both sides. Hope to get a better straighter take off . Looking forward to being Air born!

Mod on Rev XS

Any central Iowa sledders here?

For the last couple of winters I have been trying to buy a used snowmobile. I am hesitant because of my lack of knowledge.

For example, last winter I found a sled dog that sounded good on paper. The guy said the compression was 130....I nodded like knew what that meant. My issue was that one of the carbides What was sticking out from the side of the ski. I had no idea if that mattered or how much it would cost to fix. So I walked away.

If there's anyone from central Iowa, with sledding knowledge, here that wants to make some money looking at a few sleds with me and advising me, let me know. Thanks.

Any central Iowa sledders here?

Water in fuel!

This is half of what I got out of the tank.



This sled ran just fine when I bought it. Had no problems running. The plastic fuel level cover was missing when I bought it, figured i'de just put a new level unit in it. Well when I got to my buddy's house and unloaded it, the sled died after about 3 minutes. I figured the carbs needed to be cleaned. So I pulled the carbs last night and found some water in the bowls. Today I took out 7 gallons of gas.....1 gallon of it was water! I figured the water stirred up on the trailer.

So a lesson for me and anyone else that gets lazy! ;) Never trust what's in the tank of a new to you sled!

Water in fuel!

no response on key turn for electric start '89 Safari Escalade

I've had a cool old 'bomber' sled for the last couple of years, an '89 Safari Escalade, electric start, reverse, two-up... Real nice condition for it's year and everything always worked well.

Taking it out this year, suddenly the electric start won't do anything at all on a key turn. It is a confirmed good battery. I did the good 'ole screwdriver across the solenoid posts based on another suggestion, and I got spark and it tried to turn, presumably saying solenoid and starter are good.

I replaced the in-line fuse, (although I believe it was good anyway), and double checked re-doing that wiring and seems all good, and still no go.
What else could it be? If it is ignition 'switch', what part to look for? Thanks!

no response on key turn for electric start '89 Safari Escalade

anyne using wide USI ski's ??

i picked up a set of used USI skis . they are pretty wide@ 7'' was thinking of using on my indy 400. I mainly trail ride on powder trails. what should i expect handling wise? 6'' carbides and 96 studs in the center of track

anyne using wide USI ski's ??

New Snowmobile Rider

I am from MN. Really never owned a sled, and figured since my son is old enough, why not find something to do with him. So went and grabbed a 2005 Ski Doo Rev Renegade 800HO and 1999 Ski Doo 440 MXZ LC for my son.

Hoping to find things on the site if I need something and also to improve my enjoyment with the sled.

New Snowmobile Rider

crf8

No spark on a 2009 crossfire 800. Anyone know any common issues to check for on this sled

crf8

New member

A littler about me I'm 26 years old, I am a mechanic that recently changed careers and has spent 4 years as a software tester and now an engineer. I have rode sleds my whole lif but last year finally bought my own sleds I own a 1979 and a 1980 Yamaha exciter 440. I picked up the pair of sleds with plenty of wear on them but still do good on trails (paid 100$ for the pair both had bad fuel pumps) got them both running and working on restoring them but at the same time enjoy them! Just put new tracks on them I traded some labor for 2 new 1" paddles!

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2015 new or 2013 with lots of extas RMK 800

I am looking at buying a sled and I do not know which way to go. I can get a brand new 2015 RMK PRO 800 155 for $10,000 all stock.
The second one is a 2013 Polaris 800 Pro-RMK LE 155 Snowcheck with Gear Down Kit Milled head kit Front Bumper SLP Full Exhaust Tunnel Bag Fox Float 3 Shocks Windshield Bag CB Low Handle Bar kit Alternative Impact A-Arms for $9200.

This will be ridden in Colorado and I am pretty new to snowmobiling but I like the bowls and powder not sure about jumping or anything yet maybe down the line.

Thanks for the input

2015 new or 2013 with lots of extas RMK 800

WTB Polaris modular breath deflector or even helmet if the price is right.

I lost a hose from my breath deflector
I'm looking for a deflector, a hose or even a complete helmet if the price is right

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Noob Needing Help

I'm looking for advice on getting a snowmobile that would allow me and my wife to safely evacuate our mountain home during snow & ice events that make our roads unsafe for ordinary traffic. I need to know what models to consider, how wide a trail I need for safe operation at low speeds and short distances, how steep a slope I can safely negotiate, and whether I can count on being able to brake for sharp downhill turns. An additional concern is how I will get the beast out of its sheltered storage onto the snowy lawn. Any assistance will be appreciated!

:dunno:

Noob Needing Help

Steve53 calling out Steve53 for help

Need help in my build. I sent you a personal message but I am seeking any help you may be able to provide. Putting a 99 700 motor into an 03 Edge. Thanks

Steve53 calling out Steve53 for help

Tow Sled

Well, I have a couple old Moto-Ski sleds. An F440 1973 and a Nuvik 1976 and neither has a tow hitch. I'd like to either get or rig a tow hitch and figure out a way to move some brush and wood around my property to clean it up a little.

What is a good universal tow hitch, and what would be a good utility tow sled to use for some light/medium work. I was thinking of rigging something, but might be better to get something that will work well for a number of years even if I get other sleds.

Tow Sled

phazer fan belt too tight

Will a tight fan belt make the motor cause it to run different and make the light fade lighter and brighter.

phazer fan belt too tight

2002 Artic Cat zl600

Ok So I am at a lose as what to check on my sled. I have a 2002 Artic Cat zl600 and I drove it for a while and then it started to run funny. It would go really good for a while and then fall on it's face. When I let off the throttle it would sound like its good until I hit the throttle again and then it would just bog down again. I check the ECU box for the LED code light to see if it was bringing up any codes and no luck there, I also checked the coils they all seem good. And it has compression. It runs good at idle and then when I go to take off it just bogs down I can stop and let it sit for a bit until it starts to idle good again and then take off and back to running crappy. I don't know what else to check or where to start. Any suggestions or help would be great.

2002 Artic Cat zl600

How to determine what suspension I have 1994 xcr 440

Hi.
New to forum. Was wondering if anyone knew how to determine what suspension I have. My shocks are bad and don't want to buy the wrong ones. It's a 94 xcr 440 but the guy I bought it from years ago said it had the xtra 12 but I'm not sure I believe that. He did not do the swap. Nor did he know much about sleds but from all the pics I have seen of original 94 xcr 440 it looks like it sits a little higher. One shock looks rebuildable (the one with no spring) and the other (center shock w spring) does not. Does anyone know how to determine or know the shock lengths on a xtra 10 and 12? Any input would be greatly appreciated

How to determine what suspension I have 1994 xcr 440

2013 Indy 600 bogs

I have a 2013 Indy 600 with about 2500 miles. When running mom-and-pop trails is seems to bog unless you continually play with the throttle. Its fine when whooping it up. Plugs look good, even changed them. Been running good fuel, treating every tank (when not bought on trail), and Polaris synthetic oil. Any thoughts or suggestions? Thx!

2013 Indy 600 bogs

Top end rebuilt

I often read in classifieds that the owner had the top end rebuilt.

What does that mean and should I be weary of a snwmobile that had this done?

Top end rebuilt

Thinking of going to Salida/Monarch tomorrow....

Anyone have any idea on current conditions. Never been up there but heard snow is decent. Looking for place close to Colorado Springs. Most of the places reported on previous thread reply are still short of snow. Thanks

Thinking of going to Salida/Monarch tomorrow....

V Force Delta or Delta2?

Hey everyone.

I need a PRECISE DETERNINATION here please.

I'm having trouble determining exactly WHICH V Force reeds I have here, are they Delta 1 or Delta 2?

Is there any exact way to precisely tell?

Does it even matter?

I've shown this and other pics to MANY other people and I'm getting conflicting answers.

Thanks guys

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Crossfire or sx viper

I'm not sure if this was already a post but, I currently have a 2002 yamaha viper, and am looking to get a newer sled. I love the look of the crossfires, and heard they are better in rough trails. So would getting a crossfire be an upgrade, and if so should I go with the 700 or 800?

Crossfire or sx viper

1994 xlt sks

okay, this is a fresh rebuild on this motor and I'm not able to diagnose this problem.

It will run great for 10-15 minutes, then it will start bogging down. If I sit there and pump the throttle I can keep it running, but as soon as I try to move it will bog and die.

Let it sit for about 2 minutes, it will start right up and run fine for another 5 minutes.

I've loosened the gas cap to make sure it wasn't a vent issue.

If I pull the choke out when it is doing it, it wants to die immediately.


It almost seems electrical to me. I went through all the wiring, but didn't replace any of the coils or CDI. When it bogs, it seems like it is running on one cylinder. If it was the CDI, the problem would be all the cylinders as the coils are connected in series.

Put the temp gun on it and all 3 cylinders are within 4-5 degrees of each other and it is not overheating.

1994 xlt sks

New INDY?

Anyone riding one of these sleds? Would like to know how they perform.

New INDY?

Snowmobiles with lots of miles

just interested in seeing how many miles some people have on their sleds, and post a picture of your old faithul

Snowmobiles with lots of miles

tilly carb

finally I got into that 72 tnt 440,a day later its running good had to put to carbs togeather to make one needle seat leaked on one and diapham on the other,took a while and had to remember a lot,but those tillys are not bad,just have to take your time and do proper procedure,all I need now is snow,i bought it 4 years ago

tilly carb

2000 zl 580 efi won't start

So I just bought this sled without hearing it run. It's in decent shape so I figured I can make my money back in parts if I can't get it running. It fires if I pour a little gas down the jugs but won't stay running. There is a place for a battery but I'm not sure if this year needs a battery to run.

2000 zl 580 efi won't start

Track ajustments

Just finished putting new runners on my sled, I am trying to get same reading on both side of track for tension. have the tool but not working out. I think it is because there is only one strap on one side(limiter strap). Thinking of putting one on the other side. the set up is there just have to shorten the plastic tube on axle. I'm thinking the buggy will fall even this way. Do you guys like this idea. also do you run at 16 lbs tension or less. Everyone says run with less. Myself I like to run in spec.@16lbs cold. What do you guys run?

Track ajustments

Differences between Ski Doo models?

I have been looking at 2009 + models, but I'm new to Doo sleds and I'm wondering what all the Models and engine combo's mean. I mostly ride trails. Difference between MXZ, TNT, Sport, Renegade, P Tec, E Tec, etc? Just trying to understand some of the differences? Thank you for any help...

Differences between Ski Doo models?

2 up seats

Hello. I was wondering if most snowmobile seats can be changed to be able to carry two people? If it's possible, would I need to buy a new seat or are there addons to my existing seat?

Thanks.

2 up seats

Heat exchanger fix?

stud caught heat exchanger. does it look fixable or should i look for a new one?:dunno:

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Srv 540 has power, but no lights

I picked up a srv 540 at the end of last season. Good running sled, but no lights work. Tested the Yellow wire for the lighting coil with the sled running and it's putting out good voltage. Then I pulled the taillight and the headlight bulb, and both appear to be fine. I cut the wire to the voltage regulator and started the sled up and let it idle, and still nothing.

Only thin I can think of is that the previous owner had hand warmers on it ran through a toggle, and they tapped into the wiring in the steering column. It looks like they stopped working, and the person cut one of the wires that they had installed. Haven't had a chance to pull the cover and get a better look, but don't see how that would stop all lights from working.

Anyone have any ideas or insight as to any other area to focus on?

Srv 540 has power, but no lights

85 yamaha xlv540 dog out the hole

So guys just got our first snow and this sled is new to me. Took it on its maiden voyage. Pretty much a success. Except really really lazy from a stand still. Just no power really. Now from rolling at 25 from a punch it hits the powerband and its crisp and acclerates hard. So mid and top are great. No low end at all. Thoughts? Fresh carb fresh plugs new gas.

85 yamaha xlv540 dog out the hole

Sled can't get up the trailer!

So last night I put the sleds on the trailer. The Arctic Cat couldn't make it up. It seemed like the belt was slipping. This is the first time it has ever been under a load. I know the last time the sled was running it was just fine (I seen my neighbor riding it in the yard). After me and my son got it up on the trailer. I checked the belt and it looked like there was an oily substance where the belt rides on the primary clutch. The belt itself looks good, no cracks, worn spots or anything like that. I'm taking them to my buddy's place for some test riding and some fun. Looks like I have something to fine tune here. I do have an extra belt if o need it. Also, the clutches both move when the track is off the ground, so I don't think there is a clutch issue, but this is also the first time I have ever had a snowmobile. So this is a learning season for me!

Thanks

Sled can't get up the trailer!

Jag 340

I've been trying to figure this one out.

1999 Jag 340 with a "choke"


Cold start - full choke, crank until it starts. If I can keep it running it idles and and runs great. However, once it fires and then dies, I've never been able to start the darn thing.

Plugs are usually wet, indicating flooding. Clean them up, crank it over with the plugs out, etc etc. Put plugs back in and try again and I can't even get it to fire.

Good spark, obviously good fuel, and compression is 124-125 on both.


So the question is, how do you unflood a Cat? Skidoo I just hold the throttle wide open and pull until it fires. Usually takes 5-8 pulls, and it will at least pop once in a while. Cat just acts like the kill switch is on.

Jag 340

Kohler 399 twin - no spark

I have the motor on the bench with coils off - tested them they are good - replaced condensers and points set to .016 they open fine but absolutely no spark the magneto or magnets on flywheel are in great shape lots of pull - I just cleaned the point contacts to make sure and still nothing Help Please

Kohler 399 twin - no spark

1989 jag440...question

H..I'm thinking about picking up a 1989 jag440 afs.i am looking for any input on these sleds. pros and cons on the fuel injection reliability,any electrical problems any common problems any information will be greatly appreciated.tia

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7 Digit VIN# Lookup

Where can I look up a 7 digit VIN from a 1997 XLT? The VIN Lookup page on the Polaris site requires a 17 digit VIN. I tried entering my 7 digit VIN but it doesn't seem to work. Nothing happens when I hit enter...

7 Digit VIN# Lookup

1987 Exciter 570 L/C Oil line routing

I am replacing all of the oil and fuel lines on my new to me '87 Exciter 570, and came across a tee in the oil line above the sight level on the right side, and the top port on the oil tank. Can anyone share with me how the upper portion of this line is routed? Is there an open end for vent purposes?

Thanks in advance.

1987 Exciter 570 L/C Oil line routing

Playcat issues

hey guys I have a 76 playcat I don't know if that qualifies as a sled but the issue is the clutch will not engage. To start the engine that's in it is a 305 rotax twin - when I start the motor it idles fine if the cat is in neutral everything seems to work fine but once I put it under load the primary spins and that's it. Now if I rev high it will kick in - when I have the belt off I can move the machine by turning the secondary- I don't know if it is a clutch issue or belt issue or horsepower issue. Because the engine is not original I don't know if the belt is right. Any help is appreciated..thanks

Playcat issues

1985 yamaha xlv 540 2up weight

So picked up this sled recently and you all have helped out with some questions. Well my friend and I have been back and fourth on the weight. This thing is a pig! Lol I cant find any info anywhere on the weight. Any diehard out there know the weight on this porky pig?... thanks!

1985 yamaha xlv 540 2up weight

Evinrude Norsman??

i got an old evinrude norsman and i am having problems getting the pull start adjusted properly.
when i pull the cord it does not rewind or does not have enough grip to turn the fly wheel.
Does anyone have a diagram on how the pawls are suppose to catch the fly wheel gear?

Evinrude Norsman??

Evinrude pull start

Does anybody know how to put this back together?? How does it engage this?

Or does anybody have a diagram for this type of pull starter?

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97 touring question

So I`m looking for a seat cover for my 97 Touring E LT 2. I`m finding some that only show a Touring SLE or a Touring LE or my Touring E LT 2. It looks as though all these are for a 2 up. so my question is do these sleds all have the same seat?

Thanks!

97 touring question

Unloading sled off pickup with no reverse...

Ok. My last sled had reverse so it was easy to get on and off pickup with trifold ramp. Picking up new used sled tomorrow with no reverse. I figure I can just pull it off? I hope? Ford bedlner works well with skis/wearbars. Grooved. Any of you pull sleds off pickup with ramp? Will it roll fast once it go past tipping point or will it be a fairly controlled roll? Any input appreciated.

Unloading sled off pickup with no reverse...

xlt hand warmers

my hand warmers barly work on my 95 xlt sp. I have an accsesory light and it flickers none of the other lights have this problem I have 2 helmate heaters hooked up and the hand warmers. could I have too many things hooked up or is it shorting out???

xlt hand warmers

Want to have a snowmobiling experience.

Hi,

I lived in PA through 7th grade and became obsessed with snowmobiles in 5th or 6th grade. I got to ride on the back of one a couple of times but still have never driven one, having moved to the southeast at the end of 7th grade. I'm now 56 years old and would like to drive a snowmobile and have some sort of snowmobiling experience while I'm still able to, if possible. There are a lot of commercial snowmobile experiences out there and maybe that's the best I'll ever be able to do, but they're all expensive and I'm hoping there are better ways available. Are there people or clubs who would work with people like me (and hopefully my brother...maybe or maybe not) who would rent us snowmobiles and maybe act as guides, and we get a cheap hotel room in the area with the idea of saving some money on our end but still getting a good snowmobiling experience? If that's not practical for whatever reasons, can anyone suggest what they think might be good practical deals offered by commercial organizations?

Also can any of you people suggest something affordable but adaquate to use as a video recording device that straps to your head? It doesn't have to be a great new model, just something affordable that gets the job done. Like an older item we can get on ebay.

Thank you for any help or suggestions!!!
David

Want to have a snowmobiling experience.

900 rmk weight reduction

New here but I need some help on making my 06 900 rmk 151 a little less like a tank. What could I do to take some weight off my sled or do you have some trusted sites I could get some aftermarket parts to help with the weight. Appreciate it, thanks.

900 rmk weight reduction

1997 XLT 600 xtra12

Opinion on these sleds? Looking at one with 3921 miles. Excellent condition. Fox shocks. Going to look at it tomorrow. What should I look for, what questions should I ask?

1997 XLT 600 xtra12

just asking

ok I am looking at 2 arctic cats

* 2010 M8 153
* 2012 M8 153

I am going to buy one or the other however I have not been able to ride them. I would like Pro and cons of these 2 that someone have ridden both. I am new to the cat world from Polaris and I am doing a lot of homework on them both. The style of riding is mountain and boon docking. I ride in Utah and Idaho. Little trail as we can and not much flat landing where we ride. places we go are tony grove, beaver mtn, and island park blacks canyon. Some input would be great Thank you

just asking

What type of maintenance should I do?

Hi everyone,

I will be given a snowmobile in a couple of weeks. It's a 2004 Arctic Cat 370 Panther. It was my wife's grandfathers snowmobile, however, it hasn't been started since 2008. It has been stored in a shed for the last 7 years. It has probably less than a thousand kilometers on it. I figured that I would take it for my son so he could use it.

So what type of maintenance does everyone think I should carry out. I was thinking about draining out all the fuel, new spark plugs and battery, new oil (someone suggested to disconnect the oil pump and mix the oil), and see what else needs to be done when I get it. What does everyone else think. Am I thinking in the right direction, are there any other suggestions on what I should carry out. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ryan

What type of maintenance should I do?

inside gastank hose question

hi, 2005 mxz550f, I took the tank out to empty, heard some rattling so I pulled the hoseplug where the gas line goes into the tank, and the hose and filter were not connected to the hoseplug, the inside hose was cracking and crumbling, it all came apart.

so my question, Is this a 'special hose' or can it be replaced with any clear hose maybe. The hose was brown tinted, but I'm guessing from the gas.

Thanks for the help.

-J

inside gastank hose question

Rev xs question suspension

Here I am tinkerin with my sled waiting for the powder. I notice a wear spot on the Rmotion frame Inside left hand side. Hmm what is that? I get in there and there is a D shaped metal spring wire rubbing the frame. So I push it a bit to stop the gouging. After a few beer I ask myself. What the hell is that anyways? Maybe it is supposed to touch. Static discharge thingy or what. My question is what is the D-wire for on xs Suspension. It's located mid suspension by idler wheel on left side of the sled. Also is it supposed to touch the frame. the machine is a skidoo renegade Backcountry X 2014 rev XS frame. thanks for the feed back.

Rev xs question suspension

700 summit

I bought a 2000 700 summit the other day, has a 6 inch handle riser, has a can not sure what kind of can though, has a 136 track, 2 inch lug, 6600 kms. for $2250. He also gave me sled ramps, another hood, skis, his old track which is a 144 with just a couple torn off lugs, has that cover for the headlights, the track on it has 40 kms on it that's it. drove it around a bit, and its pretty peppy and its gone like a bullet. Just wanting know the hp on it, if there is any kind of major issues I should be expecting soon, the guy said he never had to change a motor or anything on it, just had to service it and the odd belt other that nothing.

700 summit

Sled Registration? Help!

Hello, im planning on buying a 2005 Arctic Cat 440 that is trail converted and the person does not have it registered, and don't have the papers. How can i get it registered?

Sled Registration? Help!

2009 skidoo 500ss

I have a 2009 skidoo 500ss, the sled was idling yesterday and the cluster went completely dead, the tail light and brake light were also out before I started it, the sled runs and the headlights still work, any ideas?

2009 skidoo 500ss

Clutch kit for my sled. 96 ultra.

im looking for a good clutch kit/clutch set up for my sled. Its a 1996 ultra 680 sp It has the single pipe on it. I have seen the hotseat clutch kits. Are they any good? Maybe also a good gearing set up? thanks

Clutch kit for my sled. 96 ultra.

polaris xlt

If i want to put in PSI pipes in my 95 600 xlt sp what do I jet the carbs at???

polaris xlt

p85 clutch diffrences?

so I ordered a rebuild kit for a 93 440 Polaris with a p85 clutch. I paid 74.00 for the kit with the narrow rollers. the rollers and pucks fit good and so did the cover plate bushing but the movable sheeve bushing was way to big. the kit was for the right year narrow roller clutch but can't figure out the deal with the bushing being too big. I now have a 488 in for repair and see it has a bigger diameter bushing and its a narrow roller clutch as well. I can't order parts and not have things correct the first time so does anyone know if there is different model p85 open face clutches? both sleds are air cooled both 93. one a 440 which the bushing in the kit was too big and the 488 which the kit would have been perfect for.

p85 clutch diffrences?

usi wide skis on polaris indy?

so I have a pair of usi 7inch wide ski's. was thinking about using them on my Polaris 400. simple bolt on but not sure how well they will work for trail riding being so wide. single 8 inch carbide . anyone know?

usi wide skis on polaris indy?

Common parts...

I just wanted to say that most manufacturers don't specify "we need the bearing to be XX size" and design the bearing around the purpose.

It is the other way around. They purchase common bearings and design the purpose around the bearing.

I use bearing as the example, but this goes for a lot of different parts. Older sleds mostly used Mikuni Carbs for example. There is no magic dust that Arctic Cat, Polaris or Skidoo adds to the carbs. VM34 is a VM34. The only difference there might be is where things attach. Often this is just a matter of a plug covering the hole on one side while a fitting is on the other. They can actually be swapped, although finding plugs might be difficult.

Hyfax is another one that comes to mind. You know what the difference between hyfax for a 96' Skidoo Touring E 136" and an 2007 Arctic Cat 153" is? Length and color. I cut down a set of green ones and put on my Touring. I'm told that some hyfax's have a different hole for the bolt, but between 2 Polaris's 4 Arctic Cats, and 5 Skidoos, the only one that was different was the 85 Tundra, which was much thinner.


The point is, that if the part is used on other things, chances are they just bought a bulk common part and fit the rest of the purpose around it.

Common parts...

Amsoil Dealer

Hello Snowmobilers! if you still haven't tried out Amsoil, give me a call I'll personally tell you how good my machine runs! All the advantages and will ship to your doorsteps if necessary! 612-819-8835
checkout my site too: http://ift.tt/1H57Lh4

Amsoil Dealer

Snow Depths

Most accurate and up to date website I've found.

Updated hourly and shows the passed 48 hours.

Weather Street: U.S. Weather

Snow Depths

Chapparral sno-pony sleds

I have two Couparral sno pony sleds, minus the engines. both are in pretty good shape (no rust holes). Is there interest in these old sleds? I don't intend to restore them, and want them to go to someone who will.

Chapparral sno-pony sleds

1978 Yamaha Enticer 250 question

I'm restoring the old girl and have a question about the cowl grates. How do you get them off without breaking them and what holds them on? Any other better ways?

1978 Yamaha Enticer 250 question

2009 Dragon 800 electrical questions

I have a question about the electrical output from the magneto. Can anybody tell me the voltage and the amp output?

2009 Dragon 800 electrical questions

Older EFI Sled

Hey all,
Fairly new to snowmobiles. Got my first just a couple of years ago. An old '95 Indy Trail 500. Lot's of fun.

So, this year I am looking at picking up another older sled - currently eyeing a '92 SP500 EFI. Has electric start. What role does the battery play besides being necessary for the electric start? If the battery went, would the fuel pump no longer work? i.e.. Dead Sled?

For new batteries, where is the best place to look and how much should I expect to pay? I've looked briefly, but the prices range greatly.

What are the Pros and Cons of EFI vs. Carb?

Thanks - still learning,
Steve

Older EFI Sled

looking at a sled need opinions

1997 Polaris Indy Wide track LX Snowmobile
what are your thoughts on this for a first sled

looking at a sled need opinions

first time owner

I just got a Polaris 600 indy. I'm trying to find what year it is?Cant find a 17 digit vin #. Do have a model # on the engine and 8 # stamped on the right side.

first time owner

Wisconsin Resorts

Hello all. I`m looking for a nice place in Northern Wisconsin for the family. I'd like it to have at minimum a hot tub. and of course trail access from the resort. After a quick 5 minute search I came up with White Tail Lodge in St. Germain. I`m looking for about 5 hours from the NW IL suburbs.

Thanks!

Wisconsin Resorts

Mid-70's picture

Something Fisher about this one.

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John deere trailfire

looking for a chain tensioner for a 1979 trailfire, also the gas tank grommet or bushing that the fuel line runs thru. Any help is appreciated.

John deere trailfire

Help with wiring for Kawi 440

Hello im in need of some help with the wiring for a TA440A-A201 Kawasaki! I recently bought a 89 Arctic Cat Cougar with a non running 440. Its not the factory motor so the wiring was hacked together bit not done right... Im know scratching my head from square one. Im not to good with sleds (more of a car guy) what i wanna know is what are the 4 wires coming out of the motor? (Its got points so no CDI box) The 4 wires are Brown,Yellow,Red,White... Im assuming the red and white are for the coils so what are the yellow and brown?

Any help would be awesome!

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1985 yamaha xlv540 fuel line.

Hey guys hopefully an easy question for somebody out there. Im wanting to replace the fuel lines on this sled. I was looking on ebay at diffrent hoses. Seems to be many diffrent sizes sold snowmobile,atv,dirtbike. What size hose does this sled use? What should I buy? Thanks

1985 yamaha xlv540 fuel line.

CT newbie

Hello everyone ! I've been out of the snowmobile stuff since the 90's. I went a few times last year on a borrowed sled and got hooked again. I just bought a 2013 Polaris rush 800 and I'm anxiously awaiting snow now.

CT newbie

2013 rush pulling a sled question

I've recently bought a 2013 rush 800. When I'm not trail riding with friends I will use it to pull the little kids around the yard in a sled. I'm looking for ideas for a hitch. I see Polaris sells a new bumper with a receiver on it but I can't find the compatible hitch. I find hitches that say they are good with other bumpers but they don't list the Rush bumper. Does anybody have the Polaris rush tow bumper and know which receivers are compatible? Or do you have a better/ cheaper idea for towing a sled?

2013 rush pulling a sled question

Looking for Dampener for Ockelbo 8000

Hi.

I just bought a 20 year old Ockelbo 8000. The Engine runs fine and everything else seems in working conditions. The only thing the old owner told me is kind of a cushioning system or dampering system for the rubber belt( the snow belt, drive belt or whatever it's called:-)

It can be seen on the pictures where you can see 2 kind of shafts and on the other picture you can see the old rubbers but I cant figure out how they should be attached.

The rubbers are broken anyway and I cant get new ones. Maybe I try to but something else there.

Does anybode has some suggestions the winter is comming and I want to get the snowmobile fixed.

Thanks for your help.

PS: The User manual can be read here but unfortunately its in swedish ;.( http://ift.tt/1MqgHKF

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Power Sports Engineers

Read through the rules and didn't see anything against this (but could have missed it), however if people find it in poor taste I will definitely remove it.

I am looking for a Test Engineer and a Design Engineer (Must have Unigraphics exp.) both with 3-5 years in power sports engineering. Both roles are at a client of mine in northern Minnesota and offer relocation packages.

If anyone is interested, or knows of anyone that might be, I can provide more information by email.

Nathan.Waste@tech-pro.com

Power Sports Engineers

Washington snow is coming!

Holy cow. Come on, Washington... share the wealth!!

NOAA Forecast: 94? of Snow In The Next 4 Days For Mt Baker, WA | Unofficial Networks

Washington snow is coming!

550 motor swap stator question

Howdy,

New to this site and hoping for some good feedback.
I have a 99 Panther 550 with a broken crank. I pulled a 550 out of a 92 EXT. Everything seems to match up so far except for the stator wire plugs. Can I put the stator and fly wheel from the 99 on the 92 so my wire plugs will match up?

550 motor swap stator question

Boss Seat Density

Im going to buy a Boss seat for my 00 RMK. I just don't know what foam density to get. Its either normal or soft since I only weigh about 140 soaking wet. Im leaning toward the soft option right now. Is there such thing as a seat thats too soft? Anybody have any personal experience with either foam density that could help me out. Also if anybody has installed one on the Gen 2 (or Edge since its the same seat) before could you give me a quick rundown on whats involved to install it. There doesnt seem to be too many tutorials on how to do it online.

Boss Seat Density

WTB extra-10 skid polaris. SCIII

Looking to upgrade rear skid extra -10 or ski-doo SC111. Thanks

WTB extra-10 skid polaris. SCIII

Broken Threads on gas tank

my 04 RMK has busted threads on the fuel tank. Anyone ever fixed that without getting new tank?

Thanks!

Broken Threads on gas tank

Yamaha 540 crankcase oil

Me again guys. 85 yamaha xlv540- where do I add and drain crankcase oil? Just got this sled and doing all the preventive maintince I can before the season starts. Cant see anywhere where I add or drain. By chance anybody have any pics? Or am I just looking right by the obvious? And what weight of oil should be added? Thanks all!

Yamaha 540 crankcase oil

96 ultra rmk

i have a 96 ultra. I pulled the exhaust off, and am going to replace fuel lines. i decided to do a compression check. MAG-120psi, Center 120psi, PTO-90psi,
Question: should i replace just the rings on the one cylinder thats low or do a complete rebuild. This sled runs great with the above compression, not sure what to do.

96 ultra rmk

Question about my new sled

I recently just picked up a 1996 skidoo mx 440. I paid $400 for the sled and it had been sitting for about a year. I put some fresh plugs in it and after a few pulls it fired up and runs great even idles on its own. One problem is that when I go to ride the sled or move it (on the grass) it does not move unless it is revved to about 7500 rpms. Does anyone know what the problem could be I already took the brake apart and nothing is frozen or getting stuck there. The sled just will not move until it is revved extremely high. It would be greatly appreciated if someone would get back to me on this problem. I just picked this thing up and want to get it riding for this winter. Thank you.

Question about my new sled

Battery on 2004 RMK

Does a 2004 Polaris RMK with a pull start operate on a battery?

Battery on 2004 RMK

93 pantera 550 efi

I have recently bought a 93 artic cat pantera 550 efi it was sitting for about 4 years by what I can tell. I drained the fuel tank and fuel pump before ever hooking the battery up so that hopefully no old fuel would be sucked in. put fresh fuel in and made sure I was pumping clean fuel before I hooked it up to the fuel rail. I have good compression good spark and my fuel pump is working and I have put fresh plugs in as well.. with no such luck. after the first pull the plugs are saturated.... and it will not run I am new to efi systems.. my assumption is that its flooded so I pulled plugs pulled the fuel line off fuel rail with key off and pulled 20 times and dried plugs off put them in pulled 5 times and pulled plugs and they where soaked once again and it will not even try to start I am lost :-/ any help would be appriceated first time ever working on artic cat but cant wait to get this one running and ride the heck out of it

93 pantera 550 efi

1985 yamaha xlv 540 real smokey?

Recently got this slee and Ive been out of sleds a while. But it needed the basics. Carb cleaned (removed it . its now spotless) new plugs. Machine seems to have great compression starts one pull and will idle all day. Seems responsive revs good and quick(on stand) . My question is i mesaured how many turns out the oil injection cable was with a micrometer (figuring it was right. ) this baby is smooookey! At idle is faint almost clear under a load reving it it seems real smokey. Eyes watering smokey. Clears out i guess sorta when she idles back down. Maybe its me it just seems rich. No its not ideal temp outside(it was 50 out today) is this why? but do i need to play with tht linkage cable? Dont want to make it too lean. And ive read something about guys mesaring the "lines" on the injector.( or something like that) But not a chance on this if it means looking at the pump its buried practically under this this motor. You can hardly see it. Any help is much appreaciated. Thanks all!

1985 yamaha xlv 540 real smokey?

Can you identify this skidoo skid?

I purchased a 94 Yamaha vmax 600 dx and this skid was in it. I need to get some parts for it but I don't know what it is.



I have a few pics of the skid in the sled only. And my phone is only letting me post one or two per post.

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1995 Polaris Indy 500 Carb

Hi everyone. I just bought a 1995 Polaris Indy 500. I have owned Indys in the past and know a lot about them. My new sled needs the rubber mounting flange that connects the carb to the cylinder. I just need to know what size the stock carbs are. I know they are Mikuni but I am not sure of the size and I cannot find it on-line. Does anyone know if they are 38mm stock? Also, if anyone has a link to where I can buy them on-line that would be great.

Thanks, Jeff

1995 Polaris Indy 500 Carb

Why would someone replace their Pistons on a 2011 sled?

Hi Folks.

I'm brand new to snowmobiles and everything involved, I'm looking for a used Ski doo or Arctic cat sled.

I've come across this one, Now I can't figure out why someone would replace this many parts? don't snowmobiles have warranties etc.

Just wondering what I should look for when getting a sled.

2011 Arctic Cat 600 Sno Pro | snowmobiles | Oakville / Halton Region | Kijiji

Why would someone replace their Pistons on a 2011 sled?

79 scorpion tk belt tightening

I'm trying to figure out how to tighten my belt on my 79 scorpion tk 440. I've seen videos on other vintage snowmobiles but this one looks different. It has a plate and brake cable in front of the larger "clutch" or what ever it's called. Do i need to take the plate off? Any help apreciated

79 scorpion tk belt tightening

Why would someone replace there Pistons on a 2011 sled?

Hi Folks.

I'm brand new to snowmobiles and everything involved, I'm looking for a used Ski doo or Arctic cat sled.

I've come across this one, Now I can't figure out why someone would replace this many parts? don't snowmobiles have warranties etc.

Just wondering what I should look for when getting a sled.

2011 Arctic Cat 600 Sno Pro | snowmobiles | Oakville / Halton Region | Kijiji

Why would someone replace there Pistons on a 2011 sled?

2005 F7 Track Fitment

Looking at installing a Ripsaw 1.25 lug height track on my 2005 Firecat F7. Can I stud this track, meaning would there be enough clearance in the tunnel? What exactly should I do to protect the tunnel? I have heard of tunnel protectors but don't know exactly what they are or how to install.

2005 F7 Track Fitment

New Sled

Hi everyone.
I am new to this site but from what I can tell it is a great site.

I have a fun problem. I have 15000 to spend on a new sled for my dads work, and I cannot figure out which snowmobile to get. The snowmobile will be ridden off trail 100% of the time typically in deep powder. It needs to be good in steep terrain, because that is where it will be for the majority of its riding. It will be for intermediate to somewhat advanced riders. I will probably put the majority of the miles on the sled, but other people will still ride it. Almost all of my riding has been on a 2010 Polaris dragon. How will your suggested sleds compare to this? I am thinking I will choose a Polaris, because they are the only dealer within 2 hours of me.... Thanks for the help and have fun riding this year!

New Sled

Is this a stock item? And what is it?

I just bought this 94 vmax 600 dx. Sledding is as new to me as this sled is and I have a lot to learn - I know this. I do know a tiny bit about the mechanics of these machines, but only enough to be dangerous... That being said, I don't know what this is.... Some sort of ice cleaning pick? It is attached to the belt cover.

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Question on Getting Carbs out of my 02 XCSP

Trying to get the carbs out of my sled to clean them however the electrical hook up coming from stator box that is bolted to the throttle side carb is giving me problems. I can't find a key that will engage those 2 screws that fasten the hookup to the carb. Allen, star and torx , tried them all. It looks like a torx and think it is. :dunno: thanks

Question on Getting Carbs out of my 02 XCSP

Help xlt slp heads question??!!

So I tore my motor down (95 xlt 600) and it has slp heads on it which is cool but there's a metal plate under the heads that I don't understand why it's there looks like it judy blocks most of the cooling passages to the heads off. I'll take pictures and post them. I don't want my motor melting down cuz it can't cool because something isn't right

Help xlt slp heads question??!!

clutch rebuild

Hopefully a quick question.

1999 Z 370 - stock clutch.

Do they sell a clutch rebuild kit? Or do I need to order individual parts?

If so, which parts are commonly needed.


I've not removed the clutch yet. It does have some issues. Best example is that I was pointed up a small hill and tried to take off and it just slipped. New belt didn't help. Machine has been abused.

I've also got a 99 Jag 340 that I figured I'd go through the clutch on as well.

Getting ready to order some parts for it. Need a headlight/reflector and a solenoid. Al's has them for $25 and $20.

clutch rebuild

Has my "new" sled undergone surgery?

Hi there. New to snowmobiling and this forum. I just bought my first ever sled. A 94 VMAX 600 DX.



It seems to be in decent shape but needs a little love. That's what I'm here for.



Anyway.. There are some rivets in the suspension that sure don't look stock and a rear idler wheel has been chopped out. Just curious if any of you guys have seen this before? Does it look like a repair or a mod to you?

The rivets are holding the upper idler wheels in the picture.



Thanks



Chris

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Has my "new" sled undergone surgery?

Need an opinion

I was looking to purchase a 1996 formula 3 600 off of my in-law and I believe it has something like 17k miles on it. I was wondering what's the most you would pay for a sled with that much mileage but been taken care of. It would be my first sled and just looking for any tips things I should be aware of. Thank you for your time!

Need an opinion

2003 MXZ stator/trigger test

Hi guys,

Just bought an MXZ that needs work for dirt cheap, and trying to hunt down my electrical gremlins. I'm not getting any spark, and I think its probably the MPEM or the stator.

I've tested the generator and trigger coils - I get a pretty consistent 3V across all three wires when pulling the starter, and there's pretty much no resistance over the wires.

On the trigger coils, the resistance checks out on both forward and reverse (230 ohms), but the voltage I'm getting looks a little low, around 0.02 V. Both of these are the same though, so how likely is it that it will be the triggers that are toast? Unfortunately I don't have a 30mm socket or a puller to get the flywheel off, so I can't check it until my local shop opens back up on Tuesday, as I'll probably have them do it.

Do you think the trigger coils are gone? It seems a little strange for them to both be exactly the same if they're not working, but the voltage is low. Any help would be appreciated greatly! Snow's coming and I want this sled going!

2003 MXZ stator/trigger test

2001 mach z 800

i just bought 2001 mach z 800 how will it compare to my 04 mxz 800 im sure the mach wont have the power and wow factor im just hoping its close i wasnt gonna buy another sled this year but i did since it was such a cheap price

2001 mach z 800

Found some stuff in the storage compartment

So I finally got a chance to go through the storage compartment and found a few things. I know the rope is a tow rope (looks like a good one too). but what are the 4 straps for? maybe an old cover for the sled? not sure!



Anyone?

Found some stuff in the storage compartment

1997 ski doo summit 500

Okay well, Was gonna buy a 05 800 summit, But my brother decided not to sell it. But I have found a 500 ski doo summit, liquid cooled, I believe 136 track, Has 2200 km's. Saw a picture and video looks and sounds amazing. He wants 2200, My friends dad called the guy about it and said he would go down to about 1700 or 1600. Wanna know about any major problems with this sled? I know some about sleds but not exactly an expert but have been told this would be an awesome little sled. Please let me know, I am planning on calling in the morning. Thanks guys

1997 ski doo summit 500

92 mx470 fuel pump

hi guys i bought a sled for cheap it didnt run i put a little bit of tlc into made it run and look pretty clean however this is my first sled and im still figuring stuff out and here is my issue

the sled runs good but it floods easy so it is hard to start and then hard to keep running until it warms up

from reading around and doing research i think its a bad fuel pump and i know how to test it but through all my searching i havent found A exact location and i was wondering if anyone had advice pictures or diagrams thanks!

92 mx470 fuel pump

Good clutch set up for 96 ultra

Does anyone know of a good clutch set up for my 1996 Polaris ultra sp 680?

Good clutch set up for 96 ultra

1972 sno jet sst 433 carb help

i have a nice 433 sno jet with a yamaha motor, the hd carb that came with it just isnt rite for some reason "Hd 78A" put a new kit in and it still floods out. would like to know of a diffrent carb that would work good in this motor? motor has started and runs fine reving up just floods at idle. thanks for any help.

1972 sno jet sst 433 carb help

how will it compare

i have been riding a 04 mxz 800 the last 5 years i was gonna stop sledding for awhile but ended up buying a 01 mach z tech plus with really low miles im sure it wont have near the power of my mxz but how will it hold up to my 04 thanks

how will it compare

79 scorpion tk 440 help

So I'm very new to snowmobiles, and just got a 79 scorpion 440 tk with a new motor. It's been siting for years but fires up fairly easily. But something is off with the steering with 1 of the ski's, the previous owner said it had a broken HEIM JOINT. Looked all over the Web and couldn't find anything about a snowmobile heim joint. If anyone can help determine what I actually have to replace and where I can get one that would be greatly appreciated.

Also if there's a website for scorpion parts that anyone knows about that would be awesome too.

79 scorpion tk 440 help

Idaho Snowmobiling

Me and some friends are looking to go out west this winter, preferably Idaho. We are all relatively experienced riders, been on and off trail all over the UP and Southern Ontario. We've got four 800 Ski doo renegades, and were wondering on any opinions or tips on the best place to ride for 4-5 days?

Idaho Snowmobiling

2002 MXZ 800 electrical issue

Hi there,

I seem to be having the biggest brain fart of my life right now and require a little assistance.

I'm attempting to install some LEDs on my sled and am trying to find out where to actually wire them in. However, I downloaded the manual for this sled from the ski-doo website, but things aren't adding up. The manual says that I should have fuses on the right hand side, just near the oil tank, but I don't have any there. I've found a couple plugs that plug into nothing and checked them for voltage when running, nothing. I've scoured the internet for the wiring schematics of this sled so I can understand it a little better and, again, nothing.

Can any of you shed any light on what seems to be messing with me here?

Thanks

P.s. Really stupid question here, am I right in thinking that this sled does not have a battery?

2002 MXZ 800 electrical issue

Polaris 08 RMK 700

I ,

I have a 08 rmk 700, instead to have a plastic bumper it have an aluminium bumper, but my question is, it is nornmal to have a hole between the 2 aluminum bar. see picture.

I just want to know if I put more duck tape this winter.


Thanks

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Polaris 08 RMK 700

200 550 rmk

K well I'm looking into buying a good sled, My buddies dad has a 2000,550 Polaris RMK fan cooled. 136 track, 1 1/4 lugs I think, Has about 2500- 3000 km's on it, I have done most of my sledding on it, He would sell it to me for about 2300 because I know him, One issue, My brother says anything older then a 2010 Polaris are unreliable. And suggests I get a ski doo. I have been looking into a Ski doo but I wanna have a sled I can fall back on if it doesn't work out. And suggestions ? :thumbsup::thumbsdown:

200 550 rmk

2005 T660 turbo touring value

What is the general value of a 2005 T660 touring with around 4900 miles? I live in the NE and blue books don't hold true. Owner is asking $3500. From some research it seems the sled has had some drive bearing issues.

2005 T660 turbo touring value

WTB carb for a 433 yamaha motor on a 1972 SST snojet

any one got anything that will work for sale?

WTB carb for a 433 yamaha motor on a 1972 SST snojet

Thumb Warmer Installation?

I just bought a 2007 F8 in the spring and the seller pointed out that the thumb warmer was missing. I looked and just a little bit of the foam was left on the throttle.

I bought a replacement (Element, Thumbwarmer 0609-827) with the foam and am wondering how to install this.


Does the foam go on first then stick the element to the foam?


Also; where do I plug it in? There isn't any obvious spot. I see where the handwarmers join in some plastic and there is electrical tape that I could take off and see if there is an extra plug receptacle in there but I didn't want to dig around too much before asking. The wire from the element is really short as well so it has to be somewhere around the handlebars I'm assuming.


I've done many searches here and all over the intarwebz but cannot find a detailed description or pictures of how to do this on a sled. From what I've found there are a lot of 'how to's' on ATV's for thumb warmers but that's it.


Thanks in advance for any help!


Blain

Thumb Warmer Installation?

my 1972 SST 433 needs a carb

Hi all
I have a 1972 433 yamaha snojet, been having all kinds of problems with my tilli carb, im wondering what other carb would get along good with this motor? any sugestions? thank you

my 1972 SST 433 needs a carb

1972 son jet sst 433 carb help

i have a nice 433 sno jet with a yamaha motor, the hd carb that came with it just isnt rite for some reason "Hd 78A" put a new kit in and it still floods out. would like to know of a diffrent carb that would work good in this motor? motor has started and runs fine reving up just floods at idle. thanks for any help.

1972 son jet sst 433 carb help

carb question?

Pulled the carbs out for a cleaning on my 01 440 mxz. Ok sorry to ask this but that plastic looking handle thing on the engine side of the carbs that is connected to both of the carb outlets.....should i disconnect that and clean that with carb cleaner? I know the name of that part but it just slipped my mind!!!!:laugh:

carb question?

starter issues

U have a 2012 skidoo 800 E-Tech. Starter motor continues to run when the sled is shut down. What would cause that.

starter issues

1998 INDY 500 carbs

Hello again, my INDY 500 has always had a slight problem accelerating off of idle. The engine wants to die. I usually blip the throttle when I take off and than the sled takes off nice but if I just open the throttle half way, the sled will die. Always been like that since new. Just thought I would try to get it right this year.
My fan cooled INDY 440 takes off of idle no problem, Love that sled!!!

1998 INDY 500 carbs

Studded track

Hello, my Polaris INDY 500 1998 has a studded track. I don't think I really want the studs in the track. Can I simply remove the studs and not worry about damaging the track? my sled has just 1000 miles. I am the original owner... thanks

Studded track

ski skins

What are some of the benefits of getting new ski skins? Are they worth the money?

ski skins

1987 ski doo escapade won't start

Hi I recently bought a 1987 ski doo escapade off criegslist for 350 it's in great shape and only rust under the hood is on the exhaust pipe the electric start was shot so the previous owner fired it up and drove it right on to the trailer. Upon takeing it home I manually started the sled in my garage with same result started up fine the exhaust was pretty thick though so I'm not sure if it's just a combination of the age of sled and the fact it's been sitting all summer. I turned the sled off for the night and in the morning I purchased a brand new battery for the electric start I installed it and tried to start it up.The sleds engine sounds like it's about to roll over but just doesn't get there so I thought Maybe something was still wrong so I tried to manually start and it didnt work either! The spark plugs were looking black so I replaced those last night but alas no difference sled refused to start. I'll take some sled shots when I get home

1987 ski doo escapade won't start

1887 ski doo escapade won't start

Hi I recently bought a 1987 ski doo escapade off criegslist for 350 it's in great shape and only rust under the hood is on the exhaust pipe the electric start was shot so the previous owner fired it up and drove it right on to the trailer. Upon takeing it home I manually started the sled in my garage with same result started up fine the exhaust was pretty thick though so I'm not sure if it's just a combination of the age of sled and the fact it's been sitting all summer. I turned the sled off for the night and in the morning I purchased a brand new battery for the electric start I installed it and tried to start it up.The sleds engine sounds like it's about to roll over but just doesn't get there so I thought Maybe something was still wrong so I tried to manually start and it didnt work either! The spark plugs were looking black so I replaced those last night but alas no difference sled refused to start. I'll take some sled shots when I get home

1887 ski doo escapade won't start

1887 ski doo escapade won't start

Hi I recently bought a 1987 ski doo escapade off criegslist for 350 it's in great shape and only rust under the hood is on the exhaust pipe the electric start was shot so the previous owner fired it up and drove it right on to the trailer. Upon takeing it home I manually started the sled in my garage with same result started up fine the exhaust was pretty thick though so I'm not sure if it's just a combination of the age of sled and the fact it's been sitting all summer. I turned the sled off for the night and in the morning I purchased a brand new battery for the electric start I installed it and tried to start it up.The sleds engine sounds like it's about to roll over but just doesn't get there so I thought Maybe something was still wrong so I tried to manually start and it didnt work either! The spark plugs were looking black so I replaced those last night but alas no difference sled refused to start. I'll take some sled shots when I get home

1887 ski doo escapade won't start

what do you charge for clutch work?

so I have a riders sled in for some work. carb cleaning,rear suspension work etc but need to inform the guy he has a filthy sticking primary clutch and at the very least it needs a tear down and probly bushings. whats a reasonable price to charge? I'm just an average joe in a garage so its not like I'm a business. I'm pretty sure going rate is $95 hr at a shop so I need to make it reasonable. what would you charge ? clutch is a p-85 on a 95 super sport 440.

what do you charge for clutch work?

2007 rmk dragon

Starting to rebuild my engine needing all new gasket. What would be a good hi-performance gasket set to get?

2007 rmk dragon

WTB arctic cat used

Hi, looking for a arctic cat mechanical sound. 440 Liquid 96+ Z ZL or 540,700,600 from $500 to 800 and have a 1990 SRV 560 restored to go tords a good cat mybe a zr

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WTB arctic cat used

WTB arctic cat used

Hi, looking for a arctic cat mechanical sound. 440 Liquid 96+ Z ZL or 540,700,600 from $500 to 800 and have a 1990 SRV 560 restored to go tords a good cat mybe a zr

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WTB arctic cat used

Carb Question!!

Hello, I'm new to the forum.. I have a question about my carbs, hoping for some quick help.

So I have a 2005 MXZ 380f that has a broken carb, the guy I got it from broke a piece on the bottom in the float bowl and I need to replace the carb.

The one on it is a mikuni vm30-213. on ebay there is a set for a 2001 380f, its a mikuni vm30-200. Visually it looks the same, When I look at the exploded diagram it looks the same, though its a different part number.

Does anyone know if this may work, I can swap out the jets, etc. I'm not sure what exactly the vm30- 200 or 213 means.

Any Help? this would save me a lot of money!

Carb Question!!

yamaha srv bottom end wanted

I am looking for a good bottom end for my srv 540 sled. If you have just a crank or both cases ill be interested in those also. Let me know if you have one thanks. Tyler

yamaha srv bottom end wanted

Honda 350 TRX reverse

Anyone have a problem with Hondas going into reverse, this is a 2002 ES version, sometime it works, and sometimes not??? thanks

Honda 350 TRX reverse

Phazer opinions?

Ok, my question, which year is the better Phazer 2 with e start, would the newest (mid 90s ) be the best, and those longer tracked mountain Phazers any good, looks like they would be better off trail, or just more loss in performance? all the engines seems to be the same 480 fanners...did any come with reverse?

thanks for your input

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Phazer opinions?

2004 Polaris 600

Just looking at the track of this 04 XC, seems have a chunk out of middle, missing 3 studs, think it would matter much as wife babys this sled anyway and she only weighs 114 lbs, looks to be a few more years left? I have blown tracks at speed, just goes out behind and you slowly go nowhere lol, I never seen them jam and flip the sled at speed, have you guys? do not need that crap to happen.

2004 Polaris 600

Edge XC trail to racer

Funny how this happened with our Polaris, had a wee racer in 2008, then got one for the wife, looked at the pic, same looking machine lol I did not even realize that

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Edge XC trail to racer

1995 mxz 440 compression

What is the normal compression for this sled Im reading 80 psi

1995 mxz 440 compression

Here's a couple pics of my sled

Here's a couple pics of the sled I got from my dad. Sure some of you seen it over on dootalk. Picked it up a few months ago. And yes i know its not a real mxz. It's a 94 formula stx. And over time it will go back to a formula stx along with a few other changes. I'm working on my wife's polaris right now. Once that's all done I'll get a pic of both together

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Here's a couple pics of my sled