Recently got a mountain max 600. Was running great this morning during my ride. Went to go back out and the engine suddenly shut off. I am now not receiving any spark from the plugs. The plugs are new.
No spark
No spark
Recently got a yamaha mountain max 600. Was running good but suddenly just turned off. No I'm not receiving any spark in my spark plugs. Plugs are new.
No spark
Merry Christmas!
mardi 25 décembre 2018
Merry Christmas to everyone!
I hope your day is a joyous one and Santa brought you everything you asked for!
I hope your day is a joyous one and Santa brought you everything you asked for!
Merry Christmas!
Ski doo Tundra 250 lt carb size?
samedi 22 décembre 2018
Just was wondering what size the carb is on my 250 lt and I cannot for the life of me find any info on it. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Ski doo Tundra 250 lt carb size?
Panther 550, suddenly loses one cylinder
I rebuilt my 2000 panther 550 and about 200 feet into the drive I lost one cylinder. The problem is that I have fire in both cylinders and one minute I can take the plug wire off of one side and the engine doesn’t change rpm, and when I remove the other the engine stops. A few minutes later it’s the opposite. Seems to be a lot of oil in the cylinder on one side. Had a loose oil line going to the crank and tightened that but no change. Carbs were cleaned, new plugs gapped to spec... it bogged at the top of a hill when I pinned it then it wouldn’t run on 2 cal after that. Only runs with the choke as well. Help!
Panther 550, suddenly loses one cylinder
Oil Injection Delete - 1979 Enticer 250
Just want to remove the oil injection. All lines are dried out and have crumbled into the belly of the sled. I'm replacing all gas lines. I'd rather use premix versus replacing all the oil lines and the oil tank.
So can I just leave the oil pump in place as it came stock? The screws are badly rusted and difficult / impossible to get to.
I know how wonderful the carb swap-out is that everyone does on these 250's; however I don't have money to spend on a carb unless this original one proves to be toast. Before the mice moved into the machine 3 years ago, this 250 was always the most dependable sled (in our family) for over 30 years.
Thanks for any help,
-Matt
So can I just leave the oil pump in place as it came stock? The screws are badly rusted and difficult / impossible to get to.
I know how wonderful the carb swap-out is that everyone does on these 250's; however I don't have money to spend on a carb unless this original one proves to be toast. Before the mice moved into the machine 3 years ago, this 250 was always the most dependable sled (in our family) for over 30 years.
Thanks for any help,
-Matt
Oil Injection Delete - 1979 Enticer 250
Oil Injection Delete - 1979 Enticer 250
Just want to remove the oil injection. All lines are dried out and have crumbled into the belly of the sled. I'm replacing all gas lines. I'd rather use premix versus replacing all the oil lines and the oil tank.
So can I just leave the oil pump in place as it came stock? The screws are badly rusted and difficult / impossible to get to.
I know how wonderful the carb swap-out is that everyone does on these 250's; however I don't have money to spend on a carb unless this original one proves to be toast. Before the mice moved into the machine 3 years ago, this 250 was always the most dependable sled (in our family) for over 30 years.
Thanks for any help,
-Matt
So can I just leave the oil pump in place as it came stock? The screws are badly rusted and difficult / impossible to get to.
I know how wonderful the carb swap-out is that everyone does on these 250's; however I don't have money to spend on a carb unless this original one proves to be toast. Before the mice moved into the machine 3 years ago, this 250 was always the most dependable sled (in our family) for over 30 years.
Thanks for any help,
-Matt
Oil Injection Delete - 1979 Enticer 250
Keinin carb troubleshooting
I have a 1981 Yamaha enticer e250 with a Keinin carb that hasn't run for years & years. The carb was removed & took it to a local snowmobile shop and they put in a new gaskets & diaphrams. I installed it & mixed gas with oil 50:1. Thought it would be better to foul a plug than run dry till bled air from oil system. I primed it with squirt bottle & fires up. I bypassed the shut off valve on side of oil tank
to be sure it wasn't that. Did pull carb apart and looks like everything is ok, but did clean and jets or holes to be sure. Since I didn't remove it originally looked like fuel line goes into silver colored nipple on side(top) and lower brass colored(bottom) nipple was vacuum line to block. needle valve was sticky but I cleaned seat & wiped needle dry. It will not run on it's own. Doesn't seem to be pulling any fuel into carb. Can't see any fuel in clear tube running up side of carb. I would greatly appreciate any feed back as I am trying to get this thing running for the kids on christmas.
to be sure it wasn't that. Did pull carb apart and looks like everything is ok, but did clean and jets or holes to be sure. Since I didn't remove it originally looked like fuel line goes into silver colored nipple on side(top) and lower brass colored(bottom) nipple was vacuum line to block. needle valve was sticky but I cleaned seat & wiped needle dry. It will not run on it's own. Doesn't seem to be pulling any fuel into carb. Can't see any fuel in clear tube running up side of carb. I would greatly appreciate any feed back as I am trying to get this thing running for the kids on christmas.
Keinin carb troubleshooting
Clutch Pullers
Is there any brand of clutch puller I should avoid.
No idea who actually made Arctic Cat pullers.
A lot of them say "same as" OEM puller.
I made a puller bolt on my lathe out of what I believed
to be an old tie rod end, and thought it was pretty hard.
I tried using it on the clutch, and the long .410 inch
stem started to buckle and never popped the clutch.
I had the same problem on a Ski Doo years ago, and
that was a store bought one. Don't want to make
the same mistake again.
Is this brand okay, or do you have known better ones?
It's for the 2002 600 ZL ESR.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/EPI-Premium...Eiy3:rk:1:pf:0
Thanks!
No idea who actually made Arctic Cat pullers.
A lot of them say "same as" OEM puller.
I made a puller bolt on my lathe out of what I believed
to be an old tie rod end, and thought it was pretty hard.
I tried using it on the clutch, and the long .410 inch
stem started to buckle and never popped the clutch.
I had the same problem on a Ski Doo years ago, and
that was a store bought one. Don't want to make
the same mistake again.
Is this brand okay, or do you have known better ones?
It's for the 2002 600 ZL ESR.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/EPI-Premium...Eiy3:rk:1:pf:0
Thanks!
Clutch Pullers
Sled Boggs out when I gas it
My 2003 ski doo Mach z 800 triple Idols real low just got it out of the shop had the carbs cleaned and three coil packs replaced new spark plugs new gas and I have to feather the gas for it to move and ride but If I floor it from idol it bogs down
PLEASE HELP
PLEASE HELP
Sled Boggs out when I gas it
700 srx dead cylinder
Need help, PTO cylinder will not run, was running great, just all of sudden cylinder went dead, There is good compression 125 on all 3 cylinders, runs good on the right 2 cylinders, pro cylinder has good spark, good compression, I put fuel in the plug hole still will not fire, sprayed fuel in carb still will not fire, I put propane to crank seal to check for leak, did not idle up, I pulled head piston looks good from the top, Reeds look good. I am stuck what to look at next. All indicators point to bad crank seal, but it should idle up if I spray it with carb cleaner or propane , anyone got any ideas ????
700 srx dead cylinder
It's beginning to look like Christmas!
vendredi 21 décembre 2018
Was out in the Tucker today doing a bit of grooming. Snow at lower elevations is a bit sketchy, but at higher elevations, it's looking pretty good! The Tucker is new to our club to augment or Pisten Bully with a trail system that is too remote and narrow for the bigger PB to navigate. LET IT SNOW!!
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Main jet size for piped 580 xlt
I have a 94 580 xlt, stock 64mm pistons, fresh top end, came with SPI racing triple pipes, looking to see a jet size for low elevation, temps 0-30f
Main jet size for piped 580 xlt
No Spark on 79 Arctic Cat Trail Cat 3000 and 4000
I recently picked up 2 Arctic Cat Trail Cats one being a 3000 built in 11/1978 and the other being a 4000 built in 8/1978 not sure if they are the same way in cars where 9-12 is the new model year.
Anyways, picked them up and the owner of the sleds were the parents of the guy who sold them to me, said they haven’t run in over 20 years.
I brought them home, cleaned the cars, drained the fuel etc, tried to start... nothing, checked the compression, had about 95-100lbs on both motors. Checked spark and nothing.
Okay so now I know it’s a spark related issue. I have tried everything I can think of, pulling the 4 pin connector and jumping the black and brown wires, swapping the stator with the other sled, swapping the CDI, swapping the ignition coil, buying new plugs.
Still. No. Spark.
What could this be? I have ground and have done hours of research but am getting nowhere.
Could it be that the stators are just old enough to the point where they are wore out? I inspected them both and saw no damage.
When I spin the engine over with a drill at decently fast speeds the headlight turns on but it’s very dim, also one light comes on in the dash.
Any help is appreciated.
Anyways, picked them up and the owner of the sleds were the parents of the guy who sold them to me, said they haven’t run in over 20 years.
I brought them home, cleaned the cars, drained the fuel etc, tried to start... nothing, checked the compression, had about 95-100lbs on both motors. Checked spark and nothing.
Okay so now I know it’s a spark related issue. I have tried everything I can think of, pulling the 4 pin connector and jumping the black and brown wires, swapping the stator with the other sled, swapping the CDI, swapping the ignition coil, buying new plugs.
Still. No. Spark.
What could this be? I have ground and have done hours of research but am getting nowhere.
Could it be that the stators are just old enough to the point where they are wore out? I inspected them both and saw no damage.
When I spin the engine over with a drill at decently fast speeds the headlight turns on but it’s very dim, also one light comes on in the dash.
Any help is appreciated.
No Spark on 79 Arctic Cat Trail Cat 3000 and 4000
'97 600 XC temperature & HP
Installing a temp guage. What temp should this motor run at?
What is HP of this motor?
What is HP of this motor?
'97 600 XC temperature & HP
2017 Assault 800 Thermostat upgrade?
jeudi 20 décembre 2018
As some of you may know the 15-17 800HO motors I've noticed tend to run a little hot. Personally I'm not a big fan cause at some times of the year it's tougher to find a lot of snow and ice scratchers arnt cheap either. I've been doing some research about guys "upgrading" to a colder thermostat but unable to find any part numbers.
Wondering if someone can give me a part number that would work or point me in the right direction. I've been told there is an Arctic Cat one that will work but I have yet to find out from which year and model or a part number. Thanks
Wondering if someone can give me a part number that would work or point me in the right direction. I've been told there is an Arctic Cat one that will work but I have yet to find out from which year and model or a part number. Thanks
2017 Assault 800 Thermostat upgrade?
2002 ZL 600 EFI ESR Starter Pinion
The pinion gear engages the ring gear teeth, but
then stops turning, but the flex shaft and pinion shaft
keep turning. There must be something stripped.
I removed the starter, but can't figure out how
to get the pinion gear assembly out of the motor mount
bracket. I removed the snap ring from each end of the
pinion shaft, and it will now slide back and forth about 1/2".
So far, I have not been able to loosen the two hex screws
on the flex shaft outboard end, which in underneath the
exhaust manifold. I can get the allen wrench on the screws,
but the screws are so small, and takes such a small allen wrench,
it just "flexes", and wont break the screws loose.
Also, even if I do get the flex shaft off, it still looks like
the pinion gear will hit the ring gear and not be able to come
out of the mount.
Removing the pinion gear / motor mount doesn't look like an option either,
as the lower bolt can not be accessed.
The digital manual I have seems to only cover removing the old style starters
that were bolted onto the engine.
What's the procedure to remove the pinion assembly?
Help much appreciated. Thanks.
then stops turning, but the flex shaft and pinion shaft
keep turning. There must be something stripped.
I removed the starter, but can't figure out how
to get the pinion gear assembly out of the motor mount
bracket. I removed the snap ring from each end of the
pinion shaft, and it will now slide back and forth about 1/2".
So far, I have not been able to loosen the two hex screws
on the flex shaft outboard end, which in underneath the
exhaust manifold. I can get the allen wrench on the screws,
but the screws are so small, and takes such a small allen wrench,
it just "flexes", and wont break the screws loose.
Also, even if I do get the flex shaft off, it still looks like
the pinion gear will hit the ring gear and not be able to come
out of the mount.
Removing the pinion gear / motor mount doesn't look like an option either,
as the lower bolt can not be accessed.
The digital manual I have seems to only cover removing the old style starters
that were bolted onto the engine.
What's the procedure to remove the pinion assembly?
Help much appreciated. Thanks.
2002 ZL 600 EFI ESR Starter Pinion
Mixing oil brands
I have been told if you switch oiks in injection dydtem you need to completely remove even from lines the ok'd oil before adding s different brand. Any truth to this ?
Mixing oil brands
Ski-Doo 245rv?
Would love to hear your guy's thoughts on what this is. I do know the motor was changed in the late 80's ish.
Ski-Doo 245rv?
1995 Polaris XCR 600 Speedo/Gauge cluster removal
I have a new hood im putting on my 600, finally got it running thanks to you guys and the new carbs! wondering how i take out the speedo/gauge cluster to move to the new hood, can i just unscrew the cables behind the clusters and screw them back in on the new hood or is there a process or way i have to do it so they will work again on the new hood??? Thank you all for all the help!
1995 Polaris XCR 600 Speedo/Gauge cluster removal
Tether cord open or closed circuit?
mercredi 19 décembre 2018
I recently bought older age Yamaha and would like to install (manually wire splice in) a tether switch on it. Especially when touring with my Special Needs son. Is a tether switch from Polaris "open" or "closed" circuit?
re: OEM PNs: 4010187 & 4010849
Hoping to install something like shown within:
thanks.
re: OEM PNs: 4010187 & 4010849
Hoping to install something like shown within:
thanks.
Tether cord open or closed circuit?
OEM Cover for Voyageur
I finally bit the bullet and retired my old 96 XLT 600 in favor of a 2018 550 Voyageur. There seems to have been some improvements in 22 years.
I bought a cover with the sled but it doesn't fit worth beans. Has anyone bought one that fits properly? Whats the product number?
Thanks Collin
I bought a cover with the sled but it doesn't fit worth beans. Has anyone bought one that fits properly? Whats the product number?
Thanks Collin
OEM Cover for Voyageur
78 Enticer et250 no spark but power at coil
I have a 1978 yamaha enticer et250 snowmobile and i am having an issue with spark. I cleaned my stator and points, I tried my coil and voltage regulator on a working sled and they both work. I have power coming to the coil wire but no spark is coming through. Is there something i'm missing? I feel that if you have power at the coil, a working coil would produce spark when connected.
78 Enticer et250 no spark but power at coil
Install Tether switch...
Recently bought 1999 Venture 600 Triple / 2-UP sled and would like to install a tether cord kill switch on it. Since I double ride my Special Needs son, I like this extra safety feature. And, I can use as hidden anti-theft switch - to keep the honest person honest (LOL!) as well.
Questions:
- What specific switch (from Amazon / ebay) do you recommend?
- Do I use closed or open switch version?
- Where do I wire-in this switch (re: inline with its factory kill switch wiring)?
Note: Can I take a Polaris tether switch and manually splice into Yamaha wiring? Example switch:
thanks.
Questions:
- What specific switch (from Amazon / ebay) do you recommend?
- Do I use closed or open switch version?
- Where do I wire-in this switch (re: inline with its factory kill switch wiring)?
Note: Can I take a Polaris tether switch and manually splice into Yamaha wiring? Example switch:
thanks.
Install Tether switch...
1987 Polaris Indy Trail 488 wont idle
My second sled i have wont idle, i can get it run fine without the choke but i have to hold the throttle alittle otherwise itll die out. carbs are spotless, main and pilot are spotless, ive soaked them atleast 10 times overnight in carb cleaner and brushed them. seams like i can hold the trottle at 2k and itll be fine. New plugs, cut the wires and reinstalled boots, all new fuel lines including the pickup in the tank, did a repair kit on the fuel pump, the sled runs great and i can drive it around but will die if i let off the throttle. checked the throttle saftey aswell, even with it uplugged itll try to idle but bog out after a few seconds. also no change in idle if carb cleaner is sprayed on carb boots or around the head.
1987 Polaris Indy Trail 488 wont idle
Carb inlet blocked?
mardi 18 décembre 2018
Hello, I recently picked up a 2000 arctic cat panther 550 with a blown piston. I rebuilt the motor and am now dealing with a fuel issue. After draining the bad gas from the tank, replacing the fuel filter and varifying that the pump was indeed pumping I decided to open the carbs. One had old gas in it which wasn’t a surprise but the other was bone dry. I removed the valve to make sure it wasn’t causing a blockage, but still no flow. I tried blowing through the inlet to see if any air would pass but nothing. There is a tiny brass ball at the base of the inlet, and it seems to be pushed in, could this be causing a blockage or is that brass only there to block holes that were used to machine the passage?
Carb inlet blocked?
Indy 500 exhaust can
So i have a 2002 indy 500 fuji with the 38mm flatslide carbs. The machines only got a 1 peice exhaust.
Buddy of mine has a trail can off a iq600 hes willing to give me if i want it. I know i can do some cutting and welding to the stock pipe while keeping its inners as is besides the mesh spark arrestor/ silencer i guess you could call it.
I know i can make it fit plus i have another stock exhaust kicking around anyhow if it dosent!
But my main question here is how much trouble will this cause me performance wise as regards to jetting and just overal reliability? That is keeping the stock pipe but welding a trail can on it somehow i mean. Any imput would help
Thanks guys
Buddy of mine has a trail can off a iq600 hes willing to give me if i want it. I know i can do some cutting and welding to the stock pipe while keeping its inners as is besides the mesh spark arrestor/ silencer i guess you could call it.
I know i can make it fit plus i have another stock exhaust kicking around anyhow if it dosent!
But my main question here is how much trouble will this cause me performance wise as regards to jetting and just overal reliability? That is keeping the stock pipe but welding a trail can on it somehow i mean. Any imput would help
Thanks guys
Indy 500 exhaust can
Light issue on a yamaha srx 700
I have a lighting issue with my 2000 srx 700 the wires coming out of the stator had melted and grounded out I fixed all the wires went through the whole wiring system fixed every bad wire now my lights work when I have my ignition on the no hand warmer position until I hit the brakes I lose all lights tachometer when I put the ignition in the hand warmers on position I have no hand warmers low idle tax drops to zero lights are very dim & no lights also when brake is applied my buddy has the same sled I used his voltage regulator all external parts that has to do with the wiring and that might cause this issue & his parts on my didn't make a difference in my lights any answers for this issue
Light issue on a yamaha srx 700
Old polaris triples
I hate to pass on bad information. So you more knowledgeable folks jump in here. I have steered many pals from purchasing older ( 90's ) triples. Reason being is the only sleds I have rode with over the past 50 years that blew up were Polaris Triples! And always the middle cylinder that seized! Maybe a coincidence anybody else see this and if so why? I have a theory from an old snowmobile guy but hate to perpetuate bad info if not true. I love the looks ride and power of these old Classics but would not buy one.
Old polaris triples
Polaris Classic 2006 700
I have a 2006 Polaris classic and last year when I went to start it it took forever and then it ran and shut off. We opened the antifreeze lid and it came spewing out. Then sucked down, we filled it and ran it that year. This year it started and ran for a while and temp light came on. I shut it off and the antifreeze came spewing out again. filled it up and it runs fro a while then check engine light comes on and it dies. Any ideas? I we looked to see if the antifreeze bubbled and it did not so we don't think it is the head gasket.
Polaris Classic 2006 700
rxl help
lundi 17 décembre 2018
I have a 1992 polaris rxl indy 650. I looked up the code and it says the left injector is stuck so I was wondering if anyone could help me on the injector. anything helps thanks
rxl help
need help on 92 rxl
So I have a 1992 polaris rxl indy 650 efi. I looked the code up and it says the left injector is stuck so I was wondering if anyone could help me get the injectors off so I can clean all of them off. Thanks
need help on 92 rxl
Light issue on a yamaha srx 700
I have a lighting issue with my 2000 srx 700 the wires coming out of the stator had melted and grounded out I fixed all the wires went through the whole wiring system fixed every bad wire now my lights work when I have my ignition on the no hand warmer position until I hit the brakes I lose all lights tachometer when I put the ignition in the hand warmers on position I have no hand warmers low idle tax drops to zero lights are very dim & no lights also when brake is applied my buddy has the same sled I used his voltage regulator all external parts that has to do with the wiring and that might cause this issue & his parts on my didn't make a difference in my lights any answers for this issue
Light issue on a yamaha srx 700
1994 indy trail
Just bought this machine 3 weeks ago. Hard to start when bought it. checked clutch side plug was wet. put in new plugs, and caps on the end of plug wires. Set a plug to a gap of 80 thousand and both plugs jumped the gap no problem. Cleaned both carbs and blew out jets on both carbs. Still hard to start. checked compression 90 on the left and 125 on the mag side. replaced both pistons, rings and con bearings., as well as the gaskets. I did not touch the crank seals. still hard to start. replaced both carb input boots as well as the fuel pump. It still will not start without the choke on full even when it is warm. It will not idle below 2200 rpm but will run all day like that. normal driving is fine.
Now I am thinking crank seals. the rpm does not change if I spray wd40 around the clutch when it is running. Don't know what to try next?? any ideas anyone?
Now I am thinking crank seals. the rpm does not change if I spray wd40 around the clutch when it is running. Don't know what to try next?? any ideas anyone?
1994 indy trail
New (to me) sled owner...
Been riding sleds since age 5 to age 22. Ya. Many memories / stories of "when I was a kid...." LOL! Being age 55 (mid life crisis time) today, I'm now getting back into sledding. A few days ago, I bought a 1999 Yamaha Venture 600 Triple - 2 up design. Before buying, I read many good reviews of this "limo". Will use it to mostly transport my Special Needs son around on flat land / short trip tours. So far, it needs new spark plugs, a spare drive belt (clipped on it belt guard), fresh fuel replacement and 2 x slider replacements. I'm thinking of installing new fuel filter and clean its carbs as well. If wondering, its only got 4,300 KMs ( 3,675 miles ) and it instantly fires up cold and/or hot. Wish me luck with this one.... It's the first Yamaha I've owned...
For sleds, is it customary to name it (like with boats)? Or, do we simply call it "the sled"?
For sleds, is it customary to name it (like with boats)? Or, do we simply call it "the sled"?
New (to me) sled owner...
04 polaris rmk 800 wiring diagram
Hi all
Im trying to find a 2004 Polaris 800 rmk wiring diagram. Specifically the ignition system. And help is appreciated.
Im trying to find a 2004 Polaris 800 rmk wiring diagram. Specifically the ignition system. And help is appreciated.
04 polaris rmk 800 wiring diagram
97 Touring E 380 help, no start
Went to start it the other day and it would not start. Pulled it in the shop and we had spark but it did not seem very strong but would not even try to start with electric start. After a number of tries with the starter I shut off the charger and pulled it by hand and it fired right up. I left it for the night and tried again the next day and no start. After a while it would fire at the end of the pull for a few seconds but that was it. Once again nothing with e start but after cranking it with the starter it seems to have more fire when pull started. It finally started and ran perfect. My nephew rode it for about 45 minutes with no issues what so ever. Pulled back down by the shop, shut it off and no start. It has a little sputter like before but that is it. Seems to me like maybe the stator output is too low while trying to start but if you can get over that hump and the rpms come up it's ok. I did notice while running the headlight only has a very faint glow and no tail light. I did not try the hand warmers as it was like 35 degrees. Any ideas? I'd like to check the stator but I have no manual so no values and what wires.
97 Touring E 380 help, no start
Backfire
General question here, my sled a 2002 skidoo MXZ 800 runs great but when cold and try to start will backfire once then will start up, idles and runs great.
What will cause a 2 stroke to backfire yet run great once started?
Thanks ahead of time for any input.
What will cause a 2 stroke to backfire yet run great once started?
Thanks ahead of time for any input.
Backfire
90 Exciter 570
dimanche 16 décembre 2018
Sled wants to move after started, primary and secondary clutch’s are miss aligned , primary is out 1/4” farther than secondary , can I shim with washers on back side , or remove some of many washers from the front and let it float farther out, how log are the bolts behind secondary suppose to be to spread out clutch, there are mix match bolts in there now, not factory
90 Exciter 570
98 Thundercat 1000
Really need someone who knows for sure to reply please, a friend of mine , has 98 and 01/02 thundercat 1000 will the stator from the 01/02 work in the 98 are these ac voltage and if so how do u test them, fyi. Some one tested electrical system told him the stator was bad, took old stator and his money and never came back. Said sled would run on gas in the cylinder but stator was only putting out enough to start, sounds like B.S. to me sounds like fuel problem , he has 01/02 with blown out cylinder want to use stator from that if it will work,
98 Thundercat 1000
Oil splatter between y-pipe and muffler
2002 Summit 800 with fresh top-end rebuild, new SPI pistons and rings. Fixed a coolant leak and now chasing down assorted items
Noticed an "Oil splatter" on the front side of the engine block. Looks like the seal between the muffler and the y-pipe is not secure.
I'm buying a brand-new muffler springs because the muffler is not sitting square with the y-pipe. I think the muffler springs are factory originals. Is there more I can do? I did not see a donut gasket in the parts diagram, but happy to purchase one if it exists. Any and all suggestions would be helpful.
I don't think the y-pipe gaskets are leaking, as mentioned above, it looks more "splatter" than "leak/runs" I noticed it is possible to adjust the tension of the springs that hold up the resonator. Do the resonator-support springs have any effect on the orientation of the muffler to the y-pipe
Many thanks in advance
Noticed an "Oil splatter" on the front side of the engine block. Looks like the seal between the muffler and the y-pipe is not secure.
I'm buying a brand-new muffler springs because the muffler is not sitting square with the y-pipe. I think the muffler springs are factory originals. Is there more I can do? I did not see a donut gasket in the parts diagram, but happy to purchase one if it exists. Any and all suggestions would be helpful.
I don't think the y-pipe gaskets are leaking, as mentioned above, it looks more "splatter" than "leak/runs" I noticed it is possible to adjust the tension of the springs that hold up the resonator. Do the resonator-support springs have any effect on the orientation of the muffler to the y-pipe
Many thanks in advance
Oil splatter between y-pipe and muffler
05 rmk 900 bog and running rich
Okay here is the deal, I bought the sled blown up. Mag side piston decided it didn’t want to be a piston anymore and exploded. It wrecked the crank case so I ended up pulling the motor and rebuilding it from the ground up. New crank case, new crank seals and barrings, new judges rings and pistons, new head. I sent the crank out to get checked and it was good it’s a Carl cycle crank. I put her all back together. Took my time as I really appreciate my work and make absolutely sure I do everything correctly. My issue is this, I took it for a ride today and the thing bogs pretty hard on the low end, when you feather it it figured it out and takes off, but it dosent have a sweet 2 stroke smell but also dosent smell like raw gas. Anyway when I rebuilt it I sent it to the dealer and got a new tps and has them set it. For some reason I got a high idle around 2800 when warm and 2500 when cold temp stays around the 120-130 range it has the radiator delete on it. Why dose it bog foul plugs and idle so high? I did add extra oil to the fuel just to make sure if my oil pump wade through working I didn’t fry it. So that may explain the plugs but the high idle and excessive bog I don’t know.
Thanks
-Noah
Thanks
-Noah
05 rmk 900 bog and running rich
When to rebuild
I'm not a snowmobile guy but am looking at buying a used Renegade with a 600 etec. Mileage obviously varies on used. When do you consider engine rebuild on a machine that hasn't been pounded and has had proper maintenance performed?
When to rebuild
clutch? not engaging until 5500rpm
hello everyone. i have a 94 ski-doo r.a.v.e. formula 583 stx 2100 original miles. sleds in great shape stored inside more of its life. the clutch wont engages drive the track until around 5500-6000 rpm. factory is suppose to be 3500. i went threw cleaned the primary clutch everything is well within spec. set the clicker back to 3 witch is factory setting. it was on 4. put it back on and it dose the same thing. any ideas?
clutch? not engaging until 5500rpm
Yamaha ET 340 -79 no spark
My son was using it and he told me that it got harder to start "at the last times using" but when he didnt want to drive anymore it was parked. After a week he wanted to drive the 340 again but there was no spark.
*The killer switch is removed from the earlier owner.
* I´ve changed the extrernal coil
I also tryed to meassure the stator and got 3,5 ohm or what it is :)
What else can you meassure och test?
*The killer switch is removed from the earlier owner.
* I´ve changed the extrernal coil
I also tryed to meassure the stator and got 3,5 ohm or what it is :)
What else can you meassure och test?
Yamaha ET 340 -79 no spark
2002 ZL 600 EFI ESR Starter
samedi 15 décembre 2018
My son bought the above sled. The dealer said the battery was shot,
so I had him try using a battery pack to test the electric starter.
It seemed pretty anemic and wouldn't spin the engine over at all.
It appeared when the starter drive gear engaged that the gear
would slip on the flex shaft.
I thought I read something on the Net that part of this system
had an upgrade. Can anyone tell me about this, or what the problem
may be?
I pulled the battery to check it out, and the case is cracked in two
corners, and it has no fluid in it. Shot for sure. Therefore, have
not played with the electric starter anymore, until he gets a new battery.
Also, it started at the dealer normal, on the third pull. Once we got
it home, and the half dozen times it's been started since, it starts
on the third pull or so when cold, but runs at an extremely low idle.
Sometimes it dies after 20 seconds or so, then on restart, idles normal.
Not much snow yet to test, but seems to run pretty good after.
Not sure if it's only firing on once cylinder when it's idling extremely slow.
Will try new plugs, but thought I'd ask it there's other possible causes?
Also, I see (when I had the battery out) that the starter solenoid
is mounted below the battery box, and has some corrosion on it from
battery acid. I'd like to get it out and clean it and the cables up, but
see no good way to get at it, and the battery box seems to be
attached at many points. What's the best way to tackle it to remove the
solenoid?
Many thanks for your help.
so I had him try using a battery pack to test the electric starter.
It seemed pretty anemic and wouldn't spin the engine over at all.
It appeared when the starter drive gear engaged that the gear
would slip on the flex shaft.
I thought I read something on the Net that part of this system
had an upgrade. Can anyone tell me about this, or what the problem
may be?
I pulled the battery to check it out, and the case is cracked in two
corners, and it has no fluid in it. Shot for sure. Therefore, have
not played with the electric starter anymore, until he gets a new battery.
Also, it started at the dealer normal, on the third pull. Once we got
it home, and the half dozen times it's been started since, it starts
on the third pull or so when cold, but runs at an extremely low idle.
Sometimes it dies after 20 seconds or so, then on restart, idles normal.
Not much snow yet to test, but seems to run pretty good after.
Not sure if it's only firing on once cylinder when it's idling extremely slow.
Will try new plugs, but thought I'd ask it there's other possible causes?
Also, I see (when I had the battery out) that the starter solenoid
is mounted below the battery box, and has some corrosion on it from
battery acid. I'd like to get it out and clean it and the cables up, but
see no good way to get at it, and the battery box seems to be
attached at many points. What's the best way to tackle it to remove the
solenoid?
Many thanks for your help.
2002 ZL 600 EFI ESR Starter
Looking for some help
Hey I’m from Boston my I have a 95 650 rxl I bought a few weeks back and it kinda runs but really rough . Either the idle is to high or it’s to low and when it’s low it bogs down and just about stalls but when it idles high at 4000rpm it runs good anyone know anything
Looking for some help
95 indy lite runs with choke but wont rev
My sons 95 Indy Lite 340 has less than 1000 miles on it and has always run great. Last year after sitting for only about a month, it has running issues. It starts right up with the choke and runs on half choke but as soon as I give it any throttle it bogs out. I assumed it was clogged pilot jets so I pulled the carbs and they were perfect but I went ahead and cleaned them and replaced the jets with new ones. I'm still having the same problem. The brand new plugs looked perfect when I pulled them after running it. I've heard fuel pump may be the cause but anyone have any ideas?
95 indy lite runs with choke but wont rev
84 Yamaha SRV 540
Hello again! My Oiler went out and I lost a cylinder. I could get a rebuild kit for he engine but am wondering who you would contact to find a descent used 540 Yamaha engine? Any help would be appreciated! Thank you, Jarad
84 Yamaha SRV 540
Indy 500 flatslide carbs
vendredi 14 décembre 2018
So just recently cleaned my carbs on my sled for the issue of it not idling. Got them pretty much dialed in not and running pretty good. However im fairly new into messing with the carbs on my own . Heard somewhere that when installing the pilot jet back into the carb you have to seat it snug then back it off ever so slightly .
Is there any truth to this? And if so what is the purpose behind it
Any help is appreciated! These forums are great!!!
Is there any truth to this? And if so what is the purpose behind it
Any help is appreciated! These forums are great!!!
Indy 500 flatslide carbs
79 yamaha Exciter 440 vibration problems
I was out last night on my 1979 exciter 440 I opened it up for about 1/4 mile. When I let of the gas everything was fine . I hit it again and it started to vibrate from under the tunnel it felt like. Can some one please point me in the right direction as to what the issue could be. Thanks!
79 yamaha Exciter 440 vibration problems
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For instant news, the web is obviously where it's at, but there are many of us that are still bound to the physical connection of reading. That in mind, we went on the hunt for interesting magazine options for the motorcycle, automotive, and RV enthusiast, all of which make an interesting (and affordable) gift this holiday season. Of all places, Amazon actually offers a good number of magazine subscriptions in all categories, and skimming through the list there are a handful of interesting titles to choose from. Coming in at between 67% and over 80% off of the cover price, these are the titles that caught our eye.
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need for speed
hey guys I just bought a 2015 xf 8000 high country, I had it down on the lake and it toped out at 77mph, it got there pretty quick but I would like to squeeze a little more out of it without loosing to much bottom end. I've read that by the changing the spring in the driven clutch to one a little softer can help, I guess it is too stiff to let the belt go all the way down. I havnt played to much with the gearing or clutch spring and weights before, so just wondering what gearing would be the best.
need for speed
2002 Polaris XC Sp600 jerks
Starts up and runs fine. Could probably use a carb clean but anyways, My question is when it's sitting there and I give it throttle it has to rev up to about 4-4300k rpms before it starts to move and when it does start there's a real hard jerk then it starts to go. After it starts moving it drives fine but it's when ever you let off the throttle and then give it throttle again it jerks real hard. Excuse my ignorance but this is my first snowmobile and I've looked up the issue but I can't find anything on it.
Any info would be appreciated. Thank you
Any info would be appreciated. Thank you
2002 Polaris XC Sp600 jerks
Forbes
jeudi 13 décembre 2018
Just a hello from a new sled owner - life long motorcyclist. I'm in Edmonton Alberta Canada - inquiring where is the best (legal) place to put your licence plate.
Thanks
Marty
Thanks
Marty
Forbes
Indy 500 idle issue
So had some trouble with my 2002 indy 500 LC idling. Machine was sat up for a few years and pilot jets were clogged causing it to not idle at all. So cleaned those and solved that problem. But now when i start the machine cold it idles up to 2000rpm then after a few minutes drops to about 1300 to 1500rpm which is normal but when the engine is full warm it drops less than 1000rpm and often times the tach reads 0 rpm but the engine is just barely idling!
Any help is appreciated!
Any help is appreciated!
Indy 500 idle issue
speedometer and tachometer reading very high
Any idea why my tach. and speedometer are reading really high. I will be traveling at say 50hph and the speedometer read 140mph and the tach 9000
speedometer and tachometer reading very high
Indy 500 carb tube to air box
There was a tube on my carb that went tot the air box on my 96 Indy 500. It came out, and I can find where it goes. Cam someone send a pic of where it goes on the carb? Thanks
Indy 500 carb tube to air box
speedometer and tachometer reading very high
I have a Ski-Doo GSX 500SS and the speedometer and tach. are running very fast. I'm going maybe 50 and the speedometer is reading 140 MPH. Any ideas?
speedometer and tachometer reading very high
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1999 Indy Lite rear suspension shocks..HELP!
On my Daughter's 1999 Indy Lite, both rear suspension shocks are toast. The front shock is no longer available according to Polaris. Did some digging and I think I can replace that with a Kimplex 04-271 N7, but that doesn't seem to be a slam dunk. I see things that say yes it will work and also no, won't work. As for the the rear shock, there doesn't seem to be anything other than the expensive Polaris part available. Looking for some insight on what to do here. The sled has a whopping 700 miles on it and is immaculate and runs perfect.
1999 Indy Lite rear suspension shocks..HELP!
New shocks
So I was thinking for a mod....... on the 2001 indy classic they have the xtra12 suspension (I also have that on my 95 xlt) and the classics have electric adjustable shocks....... I was wondering if it’s possible to put those shocks on my sled
New shocks
1995 Polaris XCR 600 issues moving
Hey there!
Been using these forms to fix my Polaris and artic cat snowmobiles with threads other people open. Figured it was time for me to register and make my own!
Just bought a 1995 Polaris XCR 600, idles perfect at about 1800 and when i lift the track off the ground it will run freely!
My issue is, when its on the ground, itll bog when the clutch engages at about 4k-4200 but if i feather it slowly increase how fast i feather it, itll eventually move but i just pull the throttle itll bog and die. sometimes backfire out of the exhaust.
i dont think its the clutch because it engages properly and has been cleaned by a local shop. I have not cleaned the carbs yet, plan on doing this when i have time this weekend.
a Friend thinks that i might not be running on all three carbs so its not getting enough power. Any thoughts and ideas i should test when i get to working on it saturday???
Been using these forms to fix my Polaris and artic cat snowmobiles with threads other people open. Figured it was time for me to register and make my own!
Just bought a 1995 Polaris XCR 600, idles perfect at about 1800 and when i lift the track off the ground it will run freely!
My issue is, when its on the ground, itll bog when the clutch engages at about 4k-4200 but if i feather it slowly increase how fast i feather it, itll eventually move but i just pull the throttle itll bog and die. sometimes backfire out of the exhaust.
i dont think its the clutch because it engages properly and has been cleaned by a local shop. I have not cleaned the carbs yet, plan on doing this when i have time this weekend.
a Friend thinks that i might not be running on all three carbs so its not getting enough power. Any thoughts and ideas i should test when i get to working on it saturday???
1995 Polaris XCR 600 issues moving
Studding
Have '97 600XC (unstudded). Just bought, have never ridden sled. Have 4" carbides to install. Ride river and trail.
Any experience with "KOLD KUTTER" Ice Screws? Think they screw into paddle portion of track. Interested because wouldn't require holes on track.
Any recomendations on studs themselves?
Raced ovals back in the day, so familiar with carbide/stud balance. Thanks, Kurt
Any experience with "KOLD KUTTER" Ice Screws? Think they screw into paddle portion of track. Interested because wouldn't require holes on track.
Any recomendations on studs themselves?
Raced ovals back in the day, so familiar with carbide/stud balance. Thanks, Kurt
Studding
Electrical details
Are there any electrical gurus here? I am looking for coaching on a few specific details of adding visor plugs and LED lights.
Electrical details
Track Studding
mercredi 12 décembre 2018
Have a '97 Polaris 600XC. Bought sled this summer. Low miles with a unstudded track. Have 4" carbide runners to install. I will be river and trail riding.
Any experience with 'KOLD KUTTER" Ice Screws?
Recommendations as to Ice Studs? Thanks, Kurt
Any experience with 'KOLD KUTTER" Ice Screws?
Recommendations as to Ice Studs? Thanks, Kurt
Track Studding
Snowflake snowmobile
I picked up an old Snowflake snowmobile mainly for the little Chrysler 82015 engine. After closer inspection I noticed that someone had tried to pull the Salsbury model 500 clutch off and broke the fixed plate. Is there anyone out there who would happen to have one? Or is there a good replacement that would fit this engine? Thanks for the help.
Snowflake snowmobile
Tunnelmotorman
Just signed up here today 12/12/18
From/live in upstate NY. 13669
I have several diff. sleds in my collection.
Mainly a Cat guy for the most part, but have these other brands (for fun) also:
-Arctic Cat
-Ariens
-Sno*Jet
-Raider
-Bolens Diablo
-Chrysler Sno Runner
-AMF Sno Clipper
-AMF / Daddler Wide Tracks
-Skiroule
-Motrak even!
-1 Santa Sleigh
-2 Johnson Cutters - "FOR SALE"
-1 Carefree Cutter
From/live in upstate NY. 13669
I have several diff. sleds in my collection.
Mainly a Cat guy for the most part, but have these other brands (for fun) also:
-Arctic Cat
-Ariens
-Sno*Jet
-Raider
-Bolens Diablo
-Chrysler Sno Runner
-AMF Sno Clipper
-AMF / Daddler Wide Tracks
-Skiroule
-Motrak even!
-1 Santa Sleigh
-2 Johnson Cutters - "FOR SALE"
-1 Carefree Cutter
Tunnelmotorman
2004 artic cat panther 570 no spark!
Bought a sled with no spark. Have tried different tricks to try and figure out what is causing it. Iv tried new cdi box, new spark plug coil, check wires, and checked all swts and everything checks out. Last is the pulser coil and the stator. How do you check that? Thanks or anything else i should check?
2004 artic cat panther 570 no spark!
86 yamaha enticer bogging at idle when engine is warm
mardi 11 décembre 2018
This is my first time ever to any forum. My daughter has a 86 Enticer 340 r/t. I cleaned the carburetor, replace a fuel lines, and empty the nasty gas tank and cleaned it. It is still bogging once warmed up, but only at idle. I have a 100 PSI in both cylinders. The spark plugs are nice and tan as he should be. The enrichener is adjusted to have a 16th of play. I have done all I know how to do and it still won't run right. If I let it die when it starts to bog, it is very difficult to start again. I also sprayed either around the seals to check for leaks, there was none. Please help
86 yamaha enticer bogging at idle when engine is warm
1968 Sno-Trek SC-1
I recently bought a vintage sled from a guy in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada. As far as i can tell it is a 1968 (Possibly "Aktiv") Sno-Trek SC-1. It has a 277cc SACHS motor with an HR-8A Tillotson Carb. I have been looking for some more information on it and specifically an owners/service manual that is in English. Imperial Oil (Esso) sold these i believe. It is very closely related to the Swedish made Aktiv Sno-Tric SC-1 which is slightly easier to find info on and seems to just be the American version of that sled. I have found a couple old imperial oil brochures with some info on the sled but if there was ever an owners manual that is what I'm mostly interested in.
This is from a plate riveted on side of tunnel
Manufactured by AB Westeraskmaskiner, Morgongava Sweden
TYP - SC1 Nr - 7711164
Thanks and any help is appreciated.
This is from a plate riveted on side of tunnel
Manufactured by AB Westeraskmaskiner, Morgongava Sweden
TYP - SC1 Nr - 7711164
Thanks and any help is appreciated.
1968 Sno-Trek SC-1
Frankenkat 580 timing help.
lundi 10 décembre 2018
Hi there. New here and I need an arctic cat 580 guru to help please. 😁
I built a 580 engine from 4 old 580 engines. I used a 1992 550 crank and stator and flywheel and triple port jugs and heads and an efi case.
I went to set the timing and I don't know where I should set it.
The 550 and the older 580s have way less timing than the slightly newer 95 and up 580s. I would rather not melt my pistons down. I DID set dynamic timing to 30deg. Static timing did check out at.. 215btdc.
What determines where I should set it?
I built a 580 engine from 4 old 580 engines. I used a 1992 550 crank and stator and flywheel and triple port jugs and heads and an efi case.
I went to set the timing and I don't know where I should set it.
The 550 and the older 580s have way less timing than the slightly newer 95 and up 580s. I would rather not melt my pistons down. I DID set dynamic timing to 30deg. Static timing did check out at.. 215btdc.
What determines where I should set it?
Frankenkat 580 timing help.
1978 Yamaha Enticer 250
Looking for a complete gas tank for a 78 enticer. Can not get lower gas cap to seal and looks like there might be a couple pin holes in bottom. Any help would be great thanks,
Kyle
Kyle
1978 Yamaha Enticer 250
New to the site, looking for some feedback
Hey guys. Doing a little poking around and this seems like a great spot to pick up some knowledge from the snowmobile community.
I grew up in Michigan, and like assuming a good portion of folks in the Midwest spent a little bit of time on others machines. That said I've never owned one myself and my experience is pretty limited.
I got into backcountry snowboarding a couple of years back and am looking at getting a sled this season for two reason
1) backcountry snowboarding access
2) rip around in the high country in colorado.
Looking for some advice on a few things.
I've narrowed it down to polaris rmk and skidoo summit, likely a few years old.
Am I looking at the right machines for the kind of riding I'm looking to do?
Any years/models I should steer clear of?
Any other advice?
Thanks in advance.
Jim
I grew up in Michigan, and like assuming a good portion of folks in the Midwest spent a little bit of time on others machines. That said I've never owned one myself and my experience is pretty limited.
I got into backcountry snowboarding a couple of years back and am looking at getting a sled this season for two reason
1) backcountry snowboarding access
2) rip around in the high country in colorado.
Looking for some advice on a few things.
I've narrowed it down to polaris rmk and skidoo summit, likely a few years old.
Am I looking at the right machines for the kind of riding I'm looking to do?
Any years/models I should steer clear of?
Any other advice?
Thanks in advance.
Jim
New to the site, looking for some feedback
1979 Arctic Cat Eltigre 500 f/a no spark
Help! Me and my dad bought this sled about 4 years ago. When we got it it started on old gas. Ran but would not get enough rpms to move forward bogged down and died. Took tank off and flushed, still bogged Checked for spark and had it. About a year later checked for spark and had it and then about a month after that it didn't have spark. I don't think it was getting a strong enough spark but I'm not sure and it also backfired and I think I could have only been running on one cylinder. Now no spark on both cylinders. Seems to be intermediate. I don't think it's the stator because it would have burned and not had spark again. The dash lights light up when I pull it over as hard as I can. Was going to buy new CDI and coil but I am hoping you guys will have a quick fix for me. I heard something about bypassing the electrical but I'm not quite sure.
1979 Arctic Cat Eltigre 500 f/a no spark
Hones
I'm not new to working on sleds, as you might know, but I've always borrowed hones to hone out a cylinder. Decided to buy a hone (or a set) for myself and went looking around.
I didn't realize that the stones came in many different grits. So what is the best grit to use for med-light hones of cylinders?
My project right now is a 94 Summit 470 motor. The cylinders are in good shape, but I'm replacing the pistons and rings. It sat apart for about 3 months and there is just some very light rust showing, which has almost completely disappeared just spraying WD-40 on it for 3 days.
This sled has less than 1500 miles on it and the cylinders both still have the original cross-hatch showing.
Anyway, this is more about buying the hone or hone sets. I really have no idea what grit I've borrowed in the past. Looking at the price of ball hones, sure wish I kept better track of the one my father gave me years ago.
I didn't realize that the stones came in many different grits. So what is the best grit to use for med-light hones of cylinders?
My project right now is a 94 Summit 470 motor. The cylinders are in good shape, but I'm replacing the pistons and rings. It sat apart for about 3 months and there is just some very light rust showing, which has almost completely disappeared just spraying WD-40 on it for 3 days.
This sled has less than 1500 miles on it and the cylinders both still have the original cross-hatch showing.
Anyway, this is more about buying the hone or hone sets. I really have no idea what grit I've borrowed in the past. Looking at the price of ball hones, sure wish I kept better track of the one my father gave me years ago.
Hones
199 Grand touring 700 electrical problem
Sled starts no problem. Dash and lights quit working, any suggestions?
199 Grand touring 700 electrical problem
Manufacture date
dimanche 9 décembre 2018
Manufacture date on my Polaris sled is 0111994 can someone tell me month and day ??
Manufacture date
1998 zl500 clutch rebuild
Hello, cleaned the carbs on the last 2 sleds today. I noticed when putting the carbs back on the 98 that one of the cams in the primary was at a slight angle. So I`m thinking it may be time to rebuild it. new bushings and pins and whatever else. I tried looking up kits, but they are vague. what do I need to do it complete. the spring was replaced 3 years ago. What is needed for the spider, roller/washer/bearings and, pins and buttons. and then cam arm bearings, pins and nuts. This is what I`m seeing off country cats website.
Any ideas.
Any ideas.
1998 zl500 clutch rebuild
1985 Mirage 3 Ski-Doo starts but wont stay running
Hi,
I have a 1985 Mirage 3 Ski-Doo snowmobile that I have been working on recently. However, the snowmobile starts but then stops about 3 seconds later. I also can keep it running if I repeatedly pump the primer. Do you think is causing this? Carburetor? Fuel Pump?
Anything helps
Thanks,
I have a 1985 Mirage 3 Ski-Doo snowmobile that I have been working on recently. However, the snowmobile starts but then stops about 3 seconds later. I also can keep it running if I repeatedly pump the primer. Do you think is causing this? Carburetor? Fuel Pump?
Anything helps
Thanks,
1985 Mirage 3 Ski-Doo starts but wont stay running
1995 XLT touring reverse doesnt work
My old XLT touring wont go in reverse. Forward is fine. Chain case as well as track tension is spot on. Cable is adjusted tight and still grinds. I have some pics of the reverse gears and am wondering if this is the problem. Any and all help appreciated!
1995 XLT touring reverse doesnt work
Sled Options
So I figured it best to move my questions to this section from the general section.
I posted that I am getting back into riding this season and picked up a package deal of super clean '05 classics. 550 fan with 700 miles for the wife and 500 liquid with 900 miles for myself with an enclosed trailer. One would normally stop looking at that point and be happy, but that's not me! I have to keep looking and seeing what else there is.
I was a Ski-doo person when I used to ride and don't know much about Polaris. Found 3 that I am interested in now:
- 2004 classic 600 with 600 miles (Would be looking to end up between $2,000 - $2,500)
- 2004 switchback with 500 miles (Its way over priced at this point at $3,800, I am thinking $2,000 is more reasonable)
- 2006 switchback with 1000 miles (currently at $2500 and I don't think they will go any lower)
They are all a fair distance from me so I cant go look at them unless its to pick them up, but from the pictures that I got and what they have said they are all very clean.
Are any of theses a great deal that is worth a long drive or keeping what I got and keep looking? I am looking to keep the 500 liquid but upgrade the 550F.
I posted that I am getting back into riding this season and picked up a package deal of super clean '05 classics. 550 fan with 700 miles for the wife and 500 liquid with 900 miles for myself with an enclosed trailer. One would normally stop looking at that point and be happy, but that's not me! I have to keep looking and seeing what else there is.
I was a Ski-doo person when I used to ride and don't know much about Polaris. Found 3 that I am interested in now:
- 2004 classic 600 with 600 miles (Would be looking to end up between $2,000 - $2,500)
- 2004 switchback with 500 miles (Its way over priced at this point at $3,800, I am thinking $2,000 is more reasonable)
- 2006 switchback with 1000 miles (currently at $2500 and I don't think they will go any lower)
They are all a fair distance from me so I cant go look at them unless its to pick them up, but from the pictures that I got and what they have said they are all very clean.
Are any of theses a great deal that is worth a long drive or keeping what I got and keep looking? I am looking to keep the 500 liquid but upgrade the 550F.
Sled Options
CDI Blink codes
Goodday l have a 1992 polaris 650 indy efi RXL the sled startes when code,will not start after turned off keeps flooding and my CDI flashes 1 long 2 short flashes can anyone help??:crying:
CDI Blink codes
hello from upstate ny.
hi everyone, i live in dansville ny, and i grew up on sleds from the seventies. i own a 1978 scorpion whip, 1972 bolens ss440, 1972 johnson 35hp, ariens sx 350. 1970 sno jet 340 ss single cyl. i enjoy working on them, and riding them.
hello from upstate ny.
Mikuni square slide heavy throttle
Got a 2002 mxzx600 with 8,600 miles. Always had a verry heavy throttle. Tried 2 different cables no change. Seems like the spring is pretty stiff. Bad enough to make my thumb sore after a half day.
Mikuni square slide heavy throttle
Pulling hair out 96 ZRT 800
On a 96 zrt 800, what is the proper float arm height? These arms don't have the curve down. They are perfectly straight. Some say perpendicular to the carb body, some 17 to 19 mm's. If I set to 18 mm's my float arms will be pointing down when carb is upside down. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Pulling hair out 96 ZRT 800
Do you or Don't you.......need your opinion...
I had a few questions, and wanted to get your opinion....
1. Do you shut off the fuel valve when you transport your sleds?
2. Do you run your sleds out of fuel when storing them, and leave the fuel pump dry?
Is it different for electric or manual fuel pump?
3. How often do you lube the jack shaft?
4. How often do you change the fuel filter?
5. Do you use scratchers ( if equipped) all the time on trails?
Questions that have come up sitting around the campfire.......
Your thoughts?
1. Do you shut off the fuel valve when you transport your sleds?
2. Do you run your sleds out of fuel when storing them, and leave the fuel pump dry?
Is it different for electric or manual fuel pump?
3. How often do you lube the jack shaft?
4. How often do you change the fuel filter?
5. Do you use scratchers ( if equipped) all the time on trails?
Questions that have come up sitting around the campfire.......
Your thoughts?
Do you or Don't you.......need your opinion...
Starter Motor Issue- 2008 Crossfire 600
Hi there,
Last year on my cousin's Crossfire 600 starter motor was making some strange sounds. Sometimes it starts fine when I turn the key. Other times, when I turn the key it makes a screeching sound, and other times a "whirling" sound. So, I decided to take the starter motor out that is sitting above the battery.
Got it out, and bench tested it, seems to spin fine, but does not "push out".
Is it design to just spin which then engages the shaft to engage the flywheel?
What is the best way to get to the flywheel where the shaft engages? Thought I would check it out and lube it up.
Any advice would be appreciated,
Thanks
Bob
Last year on my cousin's Crossfire 600 starter motor was making some strange sounds. Sometimes it starts fine when I turn the key. Other times, when I turn the key it makes a screeching sound, and other times a "whirling" sound. So, I decided to take the starter motor out that is sitting above the battery.
Got it out, and bench tested it, seems to spin fine, but does not "push out".
Is it design to just spin which then engages the shaft to engage the flywheel?
What is the best way to get to the flywheel where the shaft engages? Thought I would check it out and lube it up.
Any advice would be appreciated,
Thanks
Bob
Starter Motor Issue- 2008 Crossfire 600
1991 polaris 650 indy rxt
I bought a 1991 polaris 650 indy rxt
It has no speak. I have done all of the usual tests and it all read good bUT still no spark . Does anyone here have any ideas.
It has no speak. I have done all of the usual tests and it all read good bUT still no spark . Does anyone here have any ideas.
1991 polaris 650 indy rxt
TSS Scissor Bolts
samedi 8 décembre 2018
Hi,
I am looking for info on removing the bolts on my VK 540 TSS Suspension scissors to replace the bushings. Does anyone have a trick/method to take the bolts out. I have tried with a pin and hammer but after pounding on it for a while I got scared of damaging the aluminum hinge. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
I am looking for info on removing the bolts on my VK 540 TSS Suspension scissors to replace the bushings. Does anyone have a trick/method to take the bolts out. I have tried with a pin and hammer but after pounding on it for a while I got scared of damaging the aluminum hinge. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
TSS Scissor Bolts
1993 ski Doo Summit 670 clutch issue
Just bought this sled it runs good and has 2200 miles on it. The clutch first engaged but it felt like it was slipping and as it warmed up more it stopped altogether looking at it while it is running the clutch appears to be moving in and but doesn't want to move. The belt appears good but I'm totally new to this so I don't know for sure.
I was thinking I would just replace the belt with the brand new belt I have but again I'm new to this and have no idea how to change the belt on the sled. Any ideas? It did come with various tools in the on board tool kit.
Thank you
I was thinking I would just replace the belt with the brand new belt I have but again I'm new to this and have no idea how to change the belt on the sled. Any ideas? It did come with various tools in the on board tool kit.
Thank you
1993 ski Doo Summit 670 clutch issue
suspension set up
vendredi 7 décembre 2018
I have 2011 ski doo mxz tnt 600 carbed. need complete set up instructions on suspension set up. I had it all a part now I need to set it up again. the one I am stuck on is measuring sag and rider height.
suspension set up
Reverse not working properly.
My Polaris IQ 600 SHIFT 2008, carbd. When i press the reverse button it shuts off normally and then when its supposed to start up again in reverse gear it just fires once and dies. The reverse works without any problem when the sled is still a bit cold and the RPMs are a bit higher. I'm not sure if it might be idleing at too low speeds and that's why it dies when i try to use reverse. It usually works if i give a bit of gas while i press the button. I found out on the internet that it might be the piston rings that are worn out. But the sled only has 1300 miles on it so it should be all good on that part. Please help me as i am not that experienced with sleds :)
Reverse not working properly.
Battery buying advice
Hi there,
I need a new battery for my 2005 SkiDoo GTX Ltd 600. Unfortunately, my sled is up north (so I can't check the manual or the old battery). And...I want to buy it down at home before heading back up north.
Are there specific specs I should be looking at when buying a battery for my specific sled...or are snowmobile batteries basically interchangeable? I know the battery features I want i.e. AGM, strong Cold Crank hours...but I am pretty new to sledding and frankly I don't know anything about batteries for snowmobiles.
Appreciate any feedback.
Curtis
I need a new battery for my 2005 SkiDoo GTX Ltd 600. Unfortunately, my sled is up north (so I can't check the manual or the old battery). And...I want to buy it down at home before heading back up north.
Are there specific specs I should be looking at when buying a battery for my specific sled...or are snowmobile batteries basically interchangeable? I know the battery features I want i.e. AGM, strong Cold Crank hours...but I am pretty new to sledding and frankly I don't know anything about batteries for snowmobiles.
Appreciate any feedback.
Curtis
Battery buying advice
1989 Yamaha Phazer
Hey guys I have an 89 yamaha phazer 480 and it's got a bad head gasket on one side. It still ran but bogged and you could see exhaust gas shooting out the side of the head.
Anyone know of a temporary fix so I can do a little bit of bombing around this weekend? I was thinking of trying to use gasket maker but I'm not sure if that would hold compression.
Let me know what you think! I do have head gaskets on order for it but it won't be in until next week. Thanks!
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Anyone know of a temporary fix so I can do a little bit of bombing around this weekend? I was thinking of trying to use gasket maker but I'm not sure if that would hold compression.
Let me know what you think! I do have head gaskets on order for it but it won't be in until next week. Thanks!
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1989 Yamaha Phazer
converting SRV carbs to a 80 Exciter
jeudi 6 décembre 2018
Has anyone converted the carb off the srv's to the 80's 440 exciter?
converting SRV carbs to a 80 Exciter
2013 Sno Pro 500
I’m looking at buying a Sno Pro 500. I’m worried that it isnt enough sled. Im use to the 130-180hp sleds. I want the race chassis with snap but no pre mix and I haven’t heard any bad reviews on the Sno Pro 500s. But just worried that 85hp engine just won’t be enough and I won’t enjoy it. Anyone have any insight on these sleds
2013 Sno Pro 500
back hurts just watcing
Watch some of these riders on old vintage machines and my back starts hurting. haha.
Came across this on Facebook. I tried finding the video on youtube, but didn't find it.
https://www.facebook.com/JustSendinI...8509400336741/
Came across this on Facebook. I tried finding the video on youtube, but didn't find it.
https://www.facebook.com/JustSendinI...8509400336741/
back hurts just watcing
94 Arctic Cat ext 580 3k Idle
Hello, Recently did some work on a 94 EXT 580 - cleaned carbs, new plugs, etc. The idle sits at 3k when cold and wamred up. It doesn't sink below 2.5-3k ever. Still seems to perform fine when throttle is pinned. So far I've adjusted the idle screws in one whole turn, and nothing happened - still 3k.
What should I do?
Thank you
What should I do?
Thank you
94 Arctic Cat ext 580 3k Idle
Polaris extra 10 swap
Hello everyone I have a question I put a extra 10 in a 1994 Polaris Indy 500 classic use JB Shox measurements I did not move the front whole mount because the holes Would have been too close to each other I move the back one I got it in and now I only have a half inch of track adjustment left and it’s a brand new track any ideas what I did wrong thanks
Polaris extra 10 swap
Looking for some help with a 08 Polaris 600
My buddy bought a 2008 Polaris iq not to long ago he blew the motor on it and swapped in a 03 600 liberty he used the 08 carbs and for some reason it won’t run worth a crap it idles gr8 and revs up about 1/4 and then bogs any one know anything I could do?
Looking for some help with a 08 Polaris 600
Hey guys
Hey everyone I’m new to this site I’ve got a couple sleds rn one I drive mainly a 05 f6 runs amazing with only 4800 kms
Hey guys
Hey BC Dan:
mercredi 5 décembre 2018
Please check out the thread entitled Yamaha/Polaris skid swap and put up your 2 cents worth. You gotta have some insight on these gen 1 and gen 2 mtn poo skids!
Hey BC Dan:
hello
Hello,
I am new to this site and just wanted to introduce myself i'm from Wisconsin and own a 96 Yamaha Vmax Xt 600 with the proaction plus suspension its like a turquoise color on the hood. currently have the suspension out as I am installing studs in my track and greasing up my suspension before winters here I have the carbs removed and i'm trying to clean them up as they are caked up with varnish. looking to possibly install a reverse gear box and have lots of fun with my kids. Peace
I am new to this site and just wanted to introduce myself i'm from Wisconsin and own a 96 Yamaha Vmax Xt 600 with the proaction plus suspension its like a turquoise color on the hood. currently have the suspension out as I am installing studs in my track and greasing up my suspension before winters here I have the carbs removed and i'm trying to clean them up as they are caked up with varnish. looking to possibly install a reverse gear box and have lots of fun with my kids. Peace
hello
Hi from SW Utah
Getting back into riding after 23 years. I just picked up a 96 V Max 600 Mountain Max in great shape for a great price. Just wanted something to go trail riding with and get back into the sport after all these years.
Hi from SW Utah
06' ZR 700 wont pull
So I just bought this sled from a buddy who says his sled wont pull. Said he was riding on his way too meet friends, shut it off and now the cord wont pull.
I dont think the motor is seized because he was just running it. I checked my primary clutch and there is a little play from side to side but not very much.
Any ideas on what might be the problem? Hydrolock? Seized clutch? Recoil? Broken skirt?
Any help would be great before I rip this thing apart.
Thanks
I dont think the motor is seized because he was just running it. I checked my primary clutch and there is a little play from side to side but not very much.
Any ideas on what might be the problem? Hydrolock? Seized clutch? Recoil? Broken skirt?
Any help would be great before I rip this thing apart.
Thanks
06' ZR 700 wont pull
WTB- late 90's AC 550/580 motor
Hello all,
I am looking for a replacement motor for a 98 ac cougar. Any ideas? Been checking ebay with limited success.
Thank you!
I am looking for a replacement motor for a 98 ac cougar. Any ideas? Been checking ebay with limited success.
Thank you!
WTB- late 90's AC 550/580 motor
Getting Back Into Riding
mardi 4 décembre 2018
So I have been out of snowmobiling for several years as ridding time slipped away as that thing called life started to evolve. In addition the amount and time that we had legit snow on the ground reduced in our area. Fast forward to now; we just got our son a Polaris 120 that he will get for Christmas as he is turning into a little motor head at 5. Well he can't be the only one that gets a sled now (and the wife enjoyed it).
I have always had ski-doo but found a package deal just up the road from where we live. 2005 Polaris Classic 550 Fan with 700 miles, 2005 Polaris Classic 500 Liquid with 900 miles and a Thule enclosed trailer that has only seen the road a couple times (also had 2 helmets with heated shields). Everything is super clean as this was the 2nd owner but literally only rode them a couple times and it was all garage kept (they all need a cleaning but there are no scratches, paint chips, rips, etc.)
Picked everything up for $5K, from my original looking's it seemed like a good deal? The wife will have the 550 and I will have the 500. Was looking for something larger for myself but for what we will actually do with them and the whole price I didn't want to pass it up. Figured worse case that we keep them a couple seasons and can hopefully get our $$$ back out of them.
I have always had ski-doo but found a package deal just up the road from where we live. 2005 Polaris Classic 550 Fan with 700 miles, 2005 Polaris Classic 500 Liquid with 900 miles and a Thule enclosed trailer that has only seen the road a couple times (also had 2 helmets with heated shields). Everything is super clean as this was the 2nd owner but literally only rode them a couple times and it was all garage kept (they all need a cleaning but there are no scratches, paint chips, rips, etc.)
Picked everything up for $5K, from my original looking's it seemed like a good deal? The wife will have the 550 and I will have the 500. Was looking for something larger for myself but for what we will actually do with them and the whole price I didn't want to pass it up. Figured worse case that we keep them a couple seasons and can hopefully get our $$$ back out of them.
Getting Back Into Riding
Mxz no spark...
Hey guys I'm new to this and skidoos. I bought a 03 mxzx lAst year that I took for a ride and shut off at home. An HR later I went to go again and there was no spark. I have been through the wire harness and changed out the coil, mpem, plugs, and ordered a stator but got the wrong one. This thing is going to be the death of me I think... I want to know exactly how these ignition systems work. Can I unplug the teather and still get spark? Same with the kill switch. It doesn't have the teather that is coded to the mpem by the way
Mxz no spark...
Yamaha/Polaris skid swap
I posted before about a bit of a frankenstein sled that I bought.
I finally figured out what skid was put under my 98 Mountain Max. It's approx a 2000 Polaris 156. I needed to replace the rails, so I did so and realize that one of the previous owners had shortened the old rails.
Now I need to relocate where the skid is bolted to the tunnel.
My questions are these.
Has anyone done this?
Is it ok to move the front mount forward as well as the rear mount?
I guess I just don't know where to drill the new holes up front. I want the proper geometry as well. Or at lease close.
Thank you all for any help
I finally figured out what skid was put under my 98 Mountain Max. It's approx a 2000 Polaris 156. I needed to replace the rails, so I did so and realize that one of the previous owners had shortened the old rails.
Now I need to relocate where the skid is bolted to the tunnel.
My questions are these.
Has anyone done this?
Is it ok to move the front mount forward as well as the rear mount?
I guess I just don't know where to drill the new holes up front. I want the proper geometry as well. Or at lease close.
Thank you all for any help
Yamaha/Polaris skid swap
04 rmk vertical edge motor swap question
Hello everyone first time posting here. I have a 04 rmk 800 vertical escape with a missing motor and I have a good 2000 rmk 800 with good running motor but is crashed in the front, I'm trying to swap the motor into the 2004 but have noticed the engine mounts are different then the 2000. Question is can I buy the new mounts for the 04 and bolt them to the 2000 motor or will it just not work for me, trying to figure out what I need to do to make it work. Thanks
04 rmk vertical edge motor swap question
Polaris 800 Titan Adventure
lundi 3 décembre 2018
Loving the new work horse!
Polaris 800 Titan Adventure
no start? Right when I was selling it....2000RMK 800
Was getting my sleds ready on Saturday for the first ride , and got all four of my sleds running in the trailer after they had been sitting all summer.
I sold one of them to a buddy, a 2000 RMK 800 with a nice fresh motor. He was already to go for a ride, as we planned to go for a spin on Sunday.
On Saturday, I had to pull start it like 30 times without the plugs in it, to get fuel going into the carbs. Then I put a little fresh fuel in the spark plug holes, and but the old plugs in it, and it fired up, ran for a few, then died. Pull started it about six more times and it started. Let it run for a bit, to get the fogging oil out and have it warm up.
So, fast forward to Sunday. Tried to get the sled started and nothing, not even a glimpse it wanted to start. Tried putting fuel in the plugs, nothing. Switched plugs, nothing, tried starting fluid, nothing. Choke on, choke off..... Plugs were wet when we pulled them.
I used my spark plug tester inline to the plug, saw spark. Both cylinders have compression, so with nothing happening, we started another sled and went off for a ride.
I am confused, because, I figured it should at least act like it's going to start with starting fluid, and gas in the cylinders. Tried three sets of plugs, including a brand new set.
Key switch was on, red button pulled up, so what am I missing? Hate to see the deal go back since I got a decent deposit ;-)
Always a tough starter when cold, but always got it going.......
any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks
Bob
I sold one of them to a buddy, a 2000 RMK 800 with a nice fresh motor. He was already to go for a ride, as we planned to go for a spin on Sunday.
On Saturday, I had to pull start it like 30 times without the plugs in it, to get fuel going into the carbs. Then I put a little fresh fuel in the spark plug holes, and but the old plugs in it, and it fired up, ran for a few, then died. Pull started it about six more times and it started. Let it run for a bit, to get the fogging oil out and have it warm up.
So, fast forward to Sunday. Tried to get the sled started and nothing, not even a glimpse it wanted to start. Tried putting fuel in the plugs, nothing. Switched plugs, nothing, tried starting fluid, nothing. Choke on, choke off..... Plugs were wet when we pulled them.
I used my spark plug tester inline to the plug, saw spark. Both cylinders have compression, so with nothing happening, we started another sled and went off for a ride.
I am confused, because, I figured it should at least act like it's going to start with starting fluid, and gas in the cylinders. Tried three sets of plugs, including a brand new set.
Key switch was on, red button pulled up, so what am I missing? Hate to see the deal go back since I got a decent deposit ;-)
Always a tough starter when cold, but always got it going.......
any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks
Bob
no start? Right when I was selling it....2000RMK 800
92 Polaris 500 sp
dimanche 2 décembre 2018
So it won't start without starting fluid but once you put starting fluid in it stays running any thoughts?
92 Polaris 500 sp
1995 Ski Doo Summit 670
I have a 1995 Ski Doo Summit 670 I just bought runs great and compression is 140 in both cylinders but I noticed oil coming out of exhaust right at head area as well as at exhaust collector pipes. Any ideas what is causing this oil issue? It has 2300 miles on it. Now I only have had it idling in the driveway so maybe as it gets warmed up the oil issue goes away. Thank you
1995 Ski Doo Summit 670
Grand Touring Power Issue
Hi,
I am tired to try repair my sled and I hope someone will help me with my problem ! When I am trying to start running, sometimes my sled bogs (no power) and sometimes it is ok. Buy when I can start running, it works fine if I run hight speed. If I slow down (stop) and try to run again, no power. Sometimes it is ok. I changed ignition coil, new spark plug. Nothing change. I found that fuel coming out of air jet of one carburetor.
Somebody has idea ?
Thanks.
I am tired to try repair my sled and I hope someone will help me with my problem ! When I am trying to start running, sometimes my sled bogs (no power) and sometimes it is ok. Buy when I can start running, it works fine if I run hight speed. If I slow down (stop) and try to run again, no power. Sometimes it is ok. I changed ignition coil, new spark plug. Nothing change. I found that fuel coming out of air jet of one carburetor.
Somebody has idea ?
Thanks.
Grand Touring Power Issue
96 indy 500 idles but wont rev
I have an Indy 500 and the wires ripped from the coil while I was driving it, so I got a new one. It was sitting outside for a week or so, and I put the new coil in and now it’s running weird. It will idle fine, on either cylinder (unplug a spark plug) but when I give it gas it won’t die, but the rpms stay exactly the same as idle. It sounds like it wants to rev but it won’t. Please help me!
96 indy 500 idles but wont rev
Formula model, model year clarification
I'm trying to buy a low miles Formula 583. Guy says its a 1998. I've been browsing around online and just getting more confused. Every time I look at pictures of a 1998 formula they frequently look different. Some years the lower part of the cowl is painted, some years the tunnel is painted. Also is a formula 583 the same as a formula z 583? Can two of the "same" sleds from the same year look different?
Formula model, model year clarification
98 srx 700 revs by itself
Got sled back together, started sled to adjust idle. While adjusting idle the engine would take off 5/6k then 8 k I shut it down. Start back up it would idle 1600/1800 then take off again 7k, did this several times, disconnect t.o.r.s and plug wires into ea. Other. Start idle low adjust 1500 then to 1800 idle fine till I give it some throttle roll it up to 3k some times it would come down some times it take off 5/6k. Carbs were cleaned, adjusted to Yamaha spec. All cables adjusted to Yamaha spec. Only thing I did different this time was I adjusted float bowls Yamaha said 11.3/15.3 mm that look tight so I set at 18mm they were all the way down before
98 srx 700 revs by itself
1997 rmk 700
Hello All,
Purchased a new to me RMK 700 over the summer. Been going over it getting it ready for winter had to purchase a new primary clutch as the sheave was cracked. Went with a POWERBLOC 80 clutch. Put a new spring in the driven clutch. I have jetted the machine to the specs in the polaris service manual ( 40 pilots , 185 mains , needle clip 3rd position). KEIHIN PWK carbs are clean as a whistle. Running around 2000' elevation.
When I set my throttle gap per service manual , the slides will not fully open at full throttle. I believe the throttle cables are stretched beyond the point of being able to adjust the slack out of them. When I set the throttle slides so I have full throttle , the idle RPM is pretty well at point of engagement and the machine runs awesome. When I set throttle gap per manual and throttle slides don't open fully I get a really low end bog and then the machine wakes up around the 5500-6000 rpm mark.
I sprayed carb cleaner around the crank seals and base gaskets and no increase in RPM suggesting seal/gasket failure. I keep reading about boost bottles and SLP powerpacks I would like to try this out but canot find any for sale. I was wondering if anyone on the forums would have some available?
Thanks
Purchased a new to me RMK 700 over the summer. Been going over it getting it ready for winter had to purchase a new primary clutch as the sheave was cracked. Went with a POWERBLOC 80 clutch. Put a new spring in the driven clutch. I have jetted the machine to the specs in the polaris service manual ( 40 pilots , 185 mains , needle clip 3rd position). KEIHIN PWK carbs are clean as a whistle. Running around 2000' elevation.
When I set my throttle gap per service manual , the slides will not fully open at full throttle. I believe the throttle cables are stretched beyond the point of being able to adjust the slack out of them. When I set the throttle slides so I have full throttle , the idle RPM is pretty well at point of engagement and the machine runs awesome. When I set throttle gap per manual and throttle slides don't open fully I get a really low end bog and then the machine wakes up around the 5500-6000 rpm mark.
I sprayed carb cleaner around the crank seals and base gaskets and no increase in RPM suggesting seal/gasket failure. I keep reading about boost bottles and SLP powerpacks I would like to try this out but canot find any for sale. I was wondering if anyone on the forums would have some available?
Thanks
1997 rmk 700
Polaris 650 pipes
Hey guys I got a mod sled, it’s a xlt with a rxl converted to carbs engine in it. I found Modblaster triple pipes that are like brand new for only 150 bucks. The only thing missing is the stingers. What are those and would I need to adjust my idle?
Polaris 650 pipes
Does my 2016 Pro S pull start have 12 volt DC ?
I do not have a 12 volt DC power receptacle on the dash. I want to power a Garmin GPS. I am wondering if there is wiring on the sled that I can connect to, or will I have to convert 12 volt AC to DC .
Does my 2016 Pro S pull start have 12 volt DC ?
98srx 700
samedi 1 décembre 2018
Oil pump adjustment, on line service diagram says 20/22 mm I run my cable out of adjustment just to get 20 , am I not getting what there showing
98srx 700
1994 skidoo 470 takes off
so i bought the sled and when i first got it to fire up it revved higher and higher then took off on me. lucky i could hit the kill swt before it was gone. so i cleaned the carbs and threw it all back together. i drove it a couple times, no problems. then just today i went out and revved it up crusiing down the road then it just revved higher and higher and took off again. again i hit the kill swt and brought it home. any ideas?
im thinking maybe the cables? thanks
im thinking maybe the cables? thanks
1994 skidoo 470 takes off
'97 600 XC idle
Bought this sled this summer. It has 275 original miles and had been sitting for many years. I drained and replaced the fuel and rebuilt carbs. It has "summer" gas. Third pull to start and idles fine (1900 rpm). Crack throttle and Rpm holds at 3000 then slowly goes back to 1900. Haven't ridden sled (praying for snow). Should I be concerned about idle or wait til I can ride it.
'97 600 XC idle
Bear, everything OK after the AK quake?
Hope all is well up by you.
Bear, everything OK after the AK quake?
Snowmobile years
vendredi 30 novembre 2018
a Snow mobile dated sept. 1998 , would that be a 98 or 99. Wasn’t sure if there like cars and bikes
Snowmobile years
Hello Everybody
Hi all. I’m from North Eastern Saskatchewan. I have a temperamental 2000 Yamaha Enticer II 410cc (reason for joining this forum) and a seized 1984 Yamaha Enticer 300. Looking to find lots of knowledge and help on the forum.
Hello Everybody
Sled dolly
Now that most of hunting season is over, it's time to get busy building a sled dolly so I can move the pigs around and get em running. I picked up about 40' of 1" square running to get started on the build. I'll try to get some pics since go along. The plan is to have it be adjustable width so I can use it for multiple things.
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Sled dolly
1998 700 XC Idling/Starting Problem
I bought this snowmobile during the summer. I have been storing it for the last couple of months and at least once per month I have gone out and started it. It has been hard to start and if I do get it started normally I have to keep it on the half choke for it to keep running. When I do try to idle without choke it normally dies or idles at such a low RPM that when I try to throttle it dies. It is making a coughing sound when running and when attempting to start. What should I do?
Also, unrelated to the starting problem, when I do get it running after a minute or so there is a whining sound coming from where I would think the belt is located.
PLEASE HELP ME! I can post the videos of the sounds it is making to my Youtube since I don't know how to add them to this post...... New to forums.....
Coughing sound: https://youtu.be/Fte8P4N0W5w It makes the sound on the second and fifth pull.
Whining sound: https://youtu.be/dYcSFXMd3P0
Also, unrelated to the starting problem, when I do get it running after a minute or so there is a whining sound coming from where I would think the belt is located.
PLEASE HELP ME! I can post the videos of the sounds it is making to my Youtube since I don't know how to add them to this post...... New to forums.....
Coughing sound: https://youtu.be/Fte8P4N0W5w It makes the sound on the second and fifth pull.
Whining sound: https://youtu.be/dYcSFXMd3P0
1998 700 XC Idling/Starting Problem
Safari 377 compression
hi guys...my compression was low on my snowmobile 85 and around 92 or so!!! i open the top end and cylinder and piston looks decent...so i chose to just put new rings and hone cylinder!!! Done that,closed the top end back!!! Then when i checked compression i has 125 on one cylinder that i found was great!!! checked the other one and it was at 95 to 100...!!! can it be run like that for this winter...as it is just for around the yard!!! or i need to replace maybe piston...or oversise
Safari 377 compression
1973 cheetah 440cc
Hi everyone. I have a '73 cheetah with the kawi 440. It does the typical run for 30 minutes and die routine. Seals are good, clutch is good, points are good and gapped properly, compression is 120psi on both. Its definitely the carb. HD16A in it now but I'm thinking of changing to a mikuni 34mm. Does anyone have experience and or suggestions for this swap?
Thanks!
Joe
Thanks!
Joe
1973 cheetah 440cc
98 stx 700
jeudi 29 novembre 2018
Triple carb set up , clean carbs , log gong jet sizes found right and center carb jet # 146.3 and left # 148.8 , shouldn’t the larger jet be in the center. FYI just picked up sled, the guy said it would idle , but not rev. 1st carb clean found float seat stuck. Sled idle sporadic but reved up great , got a kit for mounting max 700 all I could find, for gaskets . Sled apart right now so can’t test,
98 stx 700
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We found killer snowblower deals at Sears.com
09 dragon 600 rear suspension
I was replacing some parts on the rear suspension and found a hole that is ovaled out. I am pretty sure it is not supposed to be this way?
09 dragon 600 rear suspension
High idle issue 86 Polaris indy 400
mercredi 28 novembre 2018
I have an old 86 indy 400 that ran great last year. I had it running I'm the garage today just to start getting her ready for the season. It ran fine at first, shut her down. After 20 minutes or so I started the machine up again and now it idles at 4000rpm. Is this normal? Throttle cables seem fine, had carbs cleaned and tuned last year, besides that nothing has changed except for a new plastic throttle/killswitch assembly on the handlebars. Any ideas???
High idle issue 86 Polaris indy 400
1986 indy 400 high Idle issue
I have an old 86 indy 400 that ran great last year. I had it running I'm the garage today just to start getting her ready for the season. It ran fine at first, shut her down. After 20 minutes or so I started the machine up again and now it idles at 4000rpm. Is this normal? Throttle cables seem fine, had carbs cleaned and tuned last year, besides that nothing has changed except for a new plastic throttle/killswitch assembly on the handlebars. Any ideas???
1986 indy 400 high Idle issue
Castro’s 2T oil on sale.
Found this at Walmart.
They had 11 qts in stock so I bought all 11. I researched oil 3 years ago and bought a full case for $60 IIRC? That’s $5 a qt. So this was a great deal. Works great in my sleds.
They had 11 qts in stock so I bought all 11. I researched oil 3 years ago and bought a full case for $60 IIRC? That’s $5 a qt. So this was a great deal. Works great in my sleds.
Castro’s 2T oil on sale.
Apollo rfz 125 engine parts
The Apollo rfz 125 has a ytx 125cc engine in it. I cannot find parts anywhere that match the engine name. What other engines share parts with this bike? Lifan, pihrana?
Apollo rfz 125 engine parts
03 mxz600 cowl fit a 99??
Hey all, wondering if anyone knows if an 03 mxz cowl would fit a 99 mxz? Both 600, found a decent part sled but unsure if any of the parts would be of any use. Thanks in advance!
03 mxz600 cowl fit a 99??
Favourite Game of Fall: Guess That Skid!!!!
mardi 27 novembre 2018
I'll be your host for today.
We have two rounds, but I will wait till one is identified to post other pics. Any and all questions welcome.
93 polaris indy 500 classic touring 0930865
Should have longer skid but it appears to be a 121".
If you need pics of anything else, other angles, to help they are across the yard in the barn, so no problem.
Thanks for the help guys, just trying to be funny. Not enough snow yet.
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We have two rounds, but I will wait till one is identified to post other pics. Any and all questions welcome.
93 polaris indy 500 classic touring 0930865
Should have longer skid but it appears to be a 121".
If you need pics of anything else, other angles, to help they are across the yard in the barn, so no problem.
Thanks for the help guys, just trying to be funny. Not enough snow yet.
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Favourite Game of Fall: Guess That Skid!!!!
1984 safari 377
Hi guys i want to buy a new carb for my snowmobile...its a mikuni and cant seem to find one like mine... i know that it look to be a vm34 like it should but i have checked online and the vm34-168 have a line coming out of the float bowl...mine dosent so its not that one!!! the other one i’ve seen is the vm34-389 and look pretty much like mine...but the only thing is that it have a choke cable adapter on it and mine dosent...also there is not seem to have a place to put the primer line!!! kind of lost...anybody know the right carb to go with my sled??
1984 safari 377
1994 skidoo mx 470 bogs on takeoff
Hey guys. New here
Got a little issue with the sled I bought. I have 1 throttle cable splits off into 3 cables. 2 go to the carb slides and im told the 3rd goes to the oil pump. There is a external spring attached to an arm which is attached to the end of the throttle cable. When push the throttle everything is good but when i let the throttle go the arm for the oil pump doesnt return all the way back. Need a new spring? Or could be internal. I moved it with my hand and it seems all smooth. Is the spring shot? Also i adjusted the air screws on the carb to 1 and 1/2 but havent tried the sled to see if that fixed the bogging problem. Kinda got 2 problems here haha. Thanks guys
Any input is appreciated
Got a little issue with the sled I bought. I have 1 throttle cable splits off into 3 cables. 2 go to the carb slides and im told the 3rd goes to the oil pump. There is a external spring attached to an arm which is attached to the end of the throttle cable. When push the throttle everything is good but when i let the throttle go the arm for the oil pump doesnt return all the way back. Need a new spring? Or could be internal. I moved it with my hand and it seems all smooth. Is the spring shot? Also i adjusted the air screws on the carb to 1 and 1/2 but havent tried the sled to see if that fixed the bogging problem. Kinda got 2 problems here haha. Thanks guys
Any input is appreciated
1994 skidoo mx 470 bogs on takeoff
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