Happy New Year!

Happy New Year to all the sledders out there! I hope your season is an AWESOME one!

Let it snow!

Happy New Year!

good sled price

hey folks


how much do you guys think i could get for my 1989 ski doo formula 460 xlt
the hood is in not bad shape
needs new seat
runs
not bad track
needs new skis
just wondering

good sled price

1999 440 fan exhaust pipe question

Hi all,
I'm back in the sport now that my kids are older and can come along. I bought a 1999 440 fan Sport Touring with 4,300 miles. I took the pipe off to paint it and something was banging inside. I cut the last section of the muffler off and found a long, 10" or so pipe about 1.5" diameter was loose. It had broken off from inside the muffler. It appears that there's a cone type of thing that this pipe also mounts to but that's rusted away partially too.

Can anyone direct me to a pic of what this thing should look like so I can repair it? Also, is there supposed to be packing around the inside of the last section of muffler?

Maybe you could tell me what pipe will work for this machine and I can get something to replace it. I found a used one for $100.00 but it looks pretty rusty too.

1999 440 fan exhaust pipe question

2 Johnsons for sale

I have a 68 and a 72 Skeehorse for sale. I might part them out. I am located in Western NY. If anyone is interested please call me at 765-346-2622. I DON'T TEXT.

Thanks

Bob

2 Johnsons for sale

1989 skidoo formal 377 spark issue

Hey folks


i got a 1989 skidoo fourmla 3-4 years ago i did not use the sled much but last winter i took it out and used it for 2 weeks but to day when i went to try and see if it
would run but it did not start so i took the plug out and to see if the 2 plugs were bad and i still wasn't getting spark so i went to my local snowmobile store and got 2 new plugs to see if it would work but still no spark so i'm not sure what i need to get it going hope you guys can help me out. thanks

1989 skidoo formal 377 spark issue

Improving fuel economy

I'll keep it short and sweet. I have a Polaris 1996 Indy 500. It a twin cylinder, dual carbureted, 488cc engine for those unfamiliar with it. What can one do to improve upon their fuel economy if anything? Thanks!

Improving fuel economy

Can I add Heated passenger grip?

Hello,

Purchased my first AC Panther (Used in great shape) and I wonder if I can add aftermarket heating elements for the rear passenger?

Currently sled has standard driver warmers for grip and throttle plus I am adding a heated helmet shield.

Could I add the aftermarket rear heated wraps on the back passenger bars ? Will I have enough stator?

New to snowmobiles so I don't want to fry anything!

Would switching to an LED tail lamp help reduce load consumption?

Thank you

Can I add Heated passenger grip?

Rental sleds. A sign or a gimmic?

Ive been doing research and trying to find the best sled to shop for and i thought id look at the forum obviously and the pro videos and i thought id check what the rental companies are offering. Every rental place ive looked into is offering SkiDoo rentals.
Does SkiDoo have the best marketing team or are these the best sleds for beginners or are they the most comfortable or the cheapest?

Rental sleds. A sign or a gimmic?

85 Phazer carbs leaking from float bowl.

I have a heavily modded 85 Phazer with stock Mikuni carbs on it. When I got the sled it hadn't run in a couple of years and the carbs were really gummed up. I took the carbs off and cleaned them up and had the sled running long enough to ride it about 2-3 miles. Man it ran good. Then it started backfiring and cutting out, starving of fuel. I took the carbs out, the jets were plugged again. I replaced the needles and seats, floats, plugs, jets, float bowl gasket and cleaned the carbs in an ultrasonic cleaner etc. I got it running again but it started leaking from the float bowls. I took the carbs out again and straightened the float bowl bottoms out on the vice and sanded the washer gasket and float bottoms and it still leaks. Can I get new washers? If so do you have a part number?

85 Phazer carbs leaking from float bowl.

1989 acrtic cat 440 brake

hey folks


I got a acrtic cat 440 sometimes when i'm moving the sled around it's like it goes into a anti-brake lock for about 1-2 minutes
but for them 1-2 minutes i have to keep the throttle around 3500 rmp just not sure what this is.thanks

1989 acrtic cat 440 brake

2004 fire at f7

If you stuck a piston on PTO side and clutch side was good. Would you change just one jug, or do both( I believe around 5000 miles. Also can the oil pump tube cause a piston to stick. I was told that the brass fitting at the pump can go bag. There was oil in the line as I removed the engine. Should I change out the crank and seals or just new seals.? The bearings were well lubricated when I pulled the crank. Lastly anyone hear about purring a jet in the fuel line?

2004 fire at f7

2000 rmk leaking fuel

My rmk is leaking fuel from somewhere? It had about 5 gallons of fuel in the tank all summer and it didn't leak. I drained the tank completely and added about 13 gallons of fresh fuel last week and ever since there has been a pool of fuel about the size of a dinner plate underneath the sled. Last night I turned the fuel valve to OFF and ran the sled till it died. I looked at it this morning and the fuel spill was twice the size. Any ideas where to start?
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2000 rmk leaking fuel

2000 rmk leaking fuel

My rmk is leaking fuel from somewhere? It had about 5 gallons of fuel in the tank all summer and it didn't leak. I drained the tank completely and added about 13 gallons of fresh fuel last week and ever since there has been a pool of fuel about the size of a dinner plate underneath the sled. Last night I turned the fuel valve to OFF and ran the sled till it died. I looked at it this morning and the fuel spill was twice the size. Any ideas where to start?

2000 rmk leaking fuel

Out of Storage: 2000 700 SKS Liberty Twin - best practices

So I left my sled in Eagle River WI 4 years ago, thinking it would be good Idea since I would not have to trailer it. Life gets in the way of sledding... It was having some trouble running the following year, I assumed it was a carb issue.... never got around to it...
So here I am years later, the carbs were a mess... cleaned and waiting for the new float valves ( $40 a piece--- crazy!!!)
I am going through the sled, emptied the gas, top off coolant and oil. Compression is 110/115 track, replacing Hyfax. Grease points...

My question today is about the oil pump, the cable looks to have slack and the lever travel does not go the whole way. Is there a procedure to determine proper lever position? I dont want to mess with things that could lean out the motor unless I follow manuals. I have a Polaris Service manual, but it doesnt say anything about this adjustment or position.

Since it hasn't run in 4 years, what else should i pay attention to?

YOu have all been very helpful in the past, so figured i would ask the professionals.

Cheers

Out of Storage: 2000 700 SKS Liberty Twin - best practices

Mirrors

What's everyone using for mirrors? I'd like to be able to see what's going on behind me without turning my head every 1/4 a mile. I was thinking of just getting a simple velcro one that'll mount to the grip and be easily installed/removed as needed.

Mirrors

'97 Phazer ML - gear oil on exhaust

Hey, never seen this problem before.

Short version: The black rubber fill plug on the chain case burped out a little and spit gear oil on the exhaust. Anyone ever seen this?

Long version: Stock sled, excellent condition. I took it apart & rebuilt it summer of 2015, put ~400 miles on it winter 2015, including 200 hard miles playing in big snow at 6000 to 8000'. No problems. I fogged it and cleaned it up for summer storage.


Took it out last week for a quick test run, 1st ride this year, no probs.

I rode it today in 2' of powder. I went about 4 miles out in deep powder, and decided to go home. We haven't had any warm spells, just steady cold air and snow, so the snow is super dry silty powder. The sled never gets a bite. I got bored after 4 miles and hit a trail back home. On the way home, I smelled gear oil. I stopped to check, that's when I discovered the "burped" out edge of the fill plug and burned oil on the exhaust. The chain case was hot! It boiled a small handful of snow thrown on it. I gently cooled it down with some more snow. I pulled the fill plug off and could see wet gear oil on the upper gear behind the plug. The brake wasn't stuck or hot, just the chain case.

So I limped home with no probs, revved up my drive and killed the engine at 6000rpms so I could check the spark plugs to see if the motor had gone lean and overheated the exhaust. Nope - nice cardboard color.

I'll check the gear oil level tomorrow.

I've never seen this on any vmax or phazer I've owned (8 different sleds). Maybe I overfilled it and then it got hot fighting powder and it spit the plug out?

Any ideas? Anybody ever seen a chaincase get hot like that?

Thanks.

'97 Phazer ML - gear oil on exhaust

service manual 2015 renegade sport 600

Anyone know where to find a service repair manual for a 2015 Ski-doo renegade sport 600?

service manual 2015 renegade sport 600

secondary clutch spinning, track locked

2010 crossfire 600. driving at medium speed, track locked up and secondary clutch is spinning freely. I have no experience in this area, so any opinions on what happened here?

secondary clutch spinning, track locked

Naturally aspirated vs turbo?

Hello all.
I am from ontario and have done lots of riding on the trails there and my basic knowledge is that four strokes like the yamahas are/can be turbo'd but ive been watching videos/researching/planning moving to revelstoke for the mtn sledding. In watching the videos of the mtn riders they talk about naturally aspirated sleds and turbod sleds and im wondering how common it is to turbo a 2 stroke for mountain riding? Or are they just talking about 4 strokes when they bring up turbo'd sleds?

Naturally aspirated vs turbo?

Clutch puller part number???

Does anyone have a part number for a primary clutch puller that will work on a stock 1996 Indy 500? The three dealerships on the area only have listings for 99 and later. I want to make sure the tool I'm buying will work.

Links, numbers, or other input would be great. Thanks guys!

Clutch puller part number???

LED light 2002 Polaris Edge

Hi, I recently purchased some LED lights for my 2002 Polaris Indy 500 (Edge chassis). I am trying to figure out how I can wire them up. I believe it calls for 12 VDC. I am wondering if I can just hook them into a heated shield plug by the dash? As a sled without a battery (and no desire to get one), I will need to take power from the sled when it is running. I would guess someone has done this before and will have some answers and hopefully a simple way to rig it up.

Thanks, Joe

LED light 2002 Polaris Edge

no power to Instrument panel or headlights

2015 renegade sport 600 ptec. Suddenly no power to Instrument panel or headlights. Any ideas where to start looking?

no power to Instrument panel or headlights

Seat for '99 formula Z 670

I picked up a barn find '99 formula Z 670. Sled is in perfect shape except for the seat which is a disaster.
The search for a new seat is tedious at best. So, I was wondering if there are other models or years that another seat would fit?
Thanks

Seat for '99 formula Z 670

oil pump question

Howdy,
Putting together my 2000 800RMK engine, and mostly got it back together, and got the oil pump attached to the housing. I bleed the oil pump by removing the top bleed screw and let oil come out. I have the plugs removed and the fuel line turned off, and with the throttle locked open, so that the oil pump is open fully, I see no oil coming out of the lines when I pull about 20 times on the recoil rope.

I removed on oil line right at the pump and I don't see any oil coming out that one line?

I have a new belt on the water/ oil pump drive, so is it possible I don't have engaged correctly? It seems like I turned it to key it in the drive?

Was planning on doing mix in the gas for the first couple of tanks, but wanted to get oil to the bearings too....

What am I missing? is it going to spin faster once it's started and fill the lines? Or do I need to fill the lines to get the air out?
Any advice or links would be appreciated
Thanks
Bob

oil pump question

1979 artic cat jag 440 2 stroke spark issues

I have a 1979 jag and I can not see any spark when the plugs are outside the cylinder but it will run if they are put in. The reason I am stumped is when the sled is running I can unplug both spark plugs and it will keep running, the only way to stop it from running is cover the car or let it die on its own witch it does after 5 min of running weather the plugs are plugged in or not. I don't know what the problem is. The whole fuel delivery system is new.

1979 artic cat jag 440 2 stroke spark issues

99 ZR 500 EFI won't start

Good Afternoon Everyone,

Good to finally have snow to go play with our sleds! Having a problem with my project sled.

For a quick catch up, I rebuilt the motor last year. New pistons & rings, 2 new jugs and a top cap. The only one thru a ring. Anyway after getting it put back together, 3 pulls and it was running. I let it idle for 20 min or so and when I went to give it throttle it quit. I haven't gotten it to run since.

If I put starting fluid in the spark plug holes it will fire on both cylinders. I removed the fuel line off the fuel rail and it does have pressure. Just does not seem to be getting the fuel into the engine. I ordered a compression tester to verify the cylinder compression (make me feel better that I did not put a ring in upside down).

Any other thoughts in this? Is it possible that the fuel injection could not be working?

Thanks Everyone!

Jess

99 ZR 500 EFI won't start

Bog at full throttle

Hey all. I'm hoping to get some tips/opinions.

I have an 89 Polaris Indy Sport 340. Quick background is at the end of last year, as I was riding it all of a sudden had no power and died. I managed to get it started again and limped home with no power. That was the last chance I had to ride or investigate until this winter. This winter before startup I pulled the carbs off and cleaned them up. Everything looked good. I put it together and it would start but ran very poorly. I changed the plugs and then it ran well, except for one thing.

Now it will run fine until I get over 3/4 throttle, maybe even a little closer to full throttle, then it will bog down, power drops off. If I slow back down to under 3/4 it runs fine again. I will say that the bogging sounds different somehow from what it sounds like if it is flooding. Maybe a higher tone to it?

I'm thinking if it's just over 3/4 throttle, that points to main jets and when I cleaned the carbs they were fine, and I haven't changed any settings involving the needles or main jets.

Questions I have are:

1. Of course, any ideas on what this sounds like?

2. While cleaning the carbs I noticed that one pilot air jet was 1.5 turns out and the other was 1.25 turns out. I reset them both at 1.5 turns. If this is too lean, would it cause this problem. Should I set it to less turns?

3. I have been thinking I'll have to do a top end on this machine one of these years, but compression was still equal in both cylinders and was running well before. Would low compression cause this problem?

4. Can a bad clutch or clutch adjustment cause this?

Thanks so much for your help!

Happy Holidays

Bog at full throttle

Snocap?

Howdy,

Thinking of getting a snocap for my 4place Alum trailer.
Anyone have any experience with them? Not finding anyone local here in the Northwest, so I have not seen one in person.
Any advice is appreciated.
Thanks
Bob

Snocap?

ZR700 steering

I have a 99 ZR700 that hasn't been ridden for several years and was sitting outside. I have it running again but the steering is unbelievably stiff. I unhooked the steering in the front and the handlebars turn very easily. I unhooked one of the tie rods and the ski turns freely so it has to be in the steering linkage mechanism between where the handlebar linkage connects at the front of the sled and where the tie rods connect to the skis. What would be the best way to free this up? Is there an easy way to get access to the four pivoting points to do something with it?
Thank you.

ZR700 steering

97 Mountain Max Bogging Issue

I live in Colorado and just picked up my first sled, a 1997 MM 600 in decent shape. It needed some exhaust work when I bought it. Once I installed the new exhaust components, it fired right up and I was able to ride it around for a bit. However, as soon as I let off the throttle it would not rev again. It idles just fine but will not rev until I shut it off and turn it back on. I can then repeat the same cycle, ride it for a bit until I let off the throttle, then it won't rev at all. If I hit the throttle, the engine pulses like it is trying to rev but the rpms don't increase. If I open the throttle wide, it dies.

My first guest was dirty carbs but I took them apart and carefully cleaned the jets, float bow, etc.. Got everything put back together last night and it does the same thing. Starts first pull and idles like a dream. I can ride it fine until I let off the throttle. Also replaced the spark plugs, still same issue. Any ideas?

97 Mountain Max Bogging Issue

2008 RMK 600 reliability.

Hello i have been looking at buying a new to me Rmk 600 from 08 and i am just wondering how the engine reliability is? I googled around and found next to nothing on problems with the engine so either its the perfect engine or i just suck at googling the second being alot more likely :laugh:

2008 RMK 600 reliability.

Bought 2000 mxz 700 with 670 swap

Hey guys need some help I picked up a 2000 mxz 700 with a 670 motor swap in it I got the sled for a deal was wondering if anyone has done this before noticed it doesn't have and air filters on it because the motor sits to low is the anything that can be done to help that otherwise it's a fast sled body is perfect with new ripsaw track thanks

Bought 2000 mxz 700 with 670 swap

2012 RMK Seized motor

motor seized on me today after riding 2 miles, powered down for a second and then died, got it home and it broke loose with not much force. any suggestions??

2012 RMK Seized motor

2012 RMK Seized motor

motor seized on me today after riding 2 miles, wasn't tough riding, broke loose with not much force, all fluids are full. it powered down for a second and then just died. any suggestions??

2012 RMK Seized motor

Snowmobile Vacation Rental Advice

Hello! I am looking for a resort in Colorado possibly, but will entertain other states. I'm looking for a place that offers good snowboarding as well as sled rentals. I have never been on a sled, but have been around motocross and raced for a huge portion of my life. I don't want some entry level sled or something that has been governed way down that can't get out of its own way. I'd like something that is going to provoke some serious adrenaline that I would be able to get off the ground. I'm looking to go sometime in January or February. Does anyone have any recommendations regarding locations or rental companies? Thanks in Advance! :thumbsup:

Steve

Snowmobile Vacation Rental Advice

Merry Christmas

Just saying Merry Christmas to all.

Merry Christmas

Bogging, maybe clutching issues?

Greetings friends, I recently bought a 96 Indy 500, it's fricken awesome for the most part. Just one slight issue. Occasionally the sled will bog while throttling up. The circumstances and things I've noticed while riding are listed below. Hopefully someone can make sense of it and point me in the right direction.

1. Bogging only occurs from idle as I apply power. Does not matter if I stomp the gas or apply power gradually.

2. It virtually never bogs on packed trails. 90% of the time it's in powder, unpacked snow, or going up a hill. It bogs every time the track is put under more load / resistance than a packed trail has. Again, this is if I'm at a stop or underway slowly from a stop and need a lot of power to get moving. If I'm already moving along at say 20mph, or if I'm coasting down and apply power again, I can do whatever I want and it WILL NOT bog.

3. Once it bogs, I can hold the throttle all the way open and it will stay right at 3500-4000rpm, no more.

4. Usually feathering the throttle will let me start moving, once I break about 10mph and Rpms get up to 4500+ I no longer have any issues and sled takes off like a rocket.

5. This may not be important but I'll add it just in case. The sled likes to idle between 2900 and 3500rpm. As I sit there the idle will stop down to 2900 and stabilize. What I noticed is that the second I apply power the primary clutch engages the belt.

My gut is telling me the primary clutch is the culprit. My guess is it's engaging too soon, before the motor has a chance to generate horsepower and it's bogging down.

The input you fine fellows and gals is so very much appreciated, so let me know what you guys think. Thanks all! Merry Chrismas!

Bogging, maybe clutching issues?

Arctic Cat ZR 700 helppp

My sled starts fine and runs fine. The issue is the track will only turn on the jack. It won't move under its own weight. The primary seems to spin fine. The sled drops down a bit like its going to go around 3-4000 but the secondary clutch just gives a jerk. Moves a couple inches and stops. The sled also bogs down just after if you try to rev it out. I've gotten different guesses from everyone. From pistons. To drive shaft bearings. To blown secondary clutch. Looking for some guidance and how to narrow down my problem. Thanks guys cheers. Sleds a 1995 I think with 5000 miles.

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Arctic Cat ZR 700 helppp

Arctic Cat zr700 helppp

My sled starts fine and runs fine. The issue is the track will only turn on the jack. It won't move under its own weight. The primary seems to spin fine. The sled drops down a bit like its going to go around 3-4000 but the secondary clutch just gives a jerk. Moves a couple inches and stops. The sled also bogs down just after if you try to rev it out. I've gotten different guesses from everyone. From pistons. To drive shaft bearings. To blown secondary clutch. Looking for some guidance and how to narrow down my problem. Thanks guys cheers. Sleds a 1995 I think with 5000 miles

Arctic Cat zr700 helppp

Installed battery backwards

I installed the battery backwards in my 1994 280 EXT with EFI. As soon as I did the fuel pump started running even with the key turned off. I then realized the problem and properly connected the battery but now I don't have spark? I check the fuses in the fuse box. The 3 amp EFI fuse was blown but all others are ok. What could be the problem? Is there an inline fuse somewhere?

John

Installed battery backwards

WTB rail extension

looking to buy a 136-144 tracks usa rail extension kit to fit a skidoo rev

WTB rail extension

All I want for Christmas is my 2 front teeth

Actually, just a question on your opinions...

Working on a friends 1995 Summit 583. His nephew tore it apart 10 years ago and I got a couple of bags of parts.

Well, one of the parts not included in the bags included the upper gear. The stock gear is 23 tooth. I happen to have a 21 tooth gear in my box of extra parts. I put it in, but I have yet to try it out. (still putting it back together).

So obvious reaction will be that it will have less top-end, but more bottom end. So how much of a difference can we really expect?

It will probably work out great for him since he really is more of a putt-putt driver.

All I want for Christmas is my 2 front teeth

10 CFR8 Diamond drive disassembly trouble

Hello guys, Today i went to change my dd oil and found a bunch of very small metal filings in the oil so i figured i'd take it apart and check everything over. I took the cover off but now cannot get the main drive gear to pull out away from the planetarys. Am i being to gentle or doing somthing wrong? i tryed prying a bit with a screw driver and nothing. thought i'd ask before i break somthing, i had this thing stripped down about 3 years ago and don't remember having much trouble here. Thanks

10 CFR8 Diamond drive disassembly trouble

Dead Cylinder - Options?

I have a 2000 Polaris 500 Classic Touring with the 488 liquid cooled motor in it. Picked it up cheap because it wasn't running. Super clean sled though - really nice. 4000k miles. I just went through the carb replaced all fuel lines and still couldn't get it running. Tested compression - good on one side and zero the clutch side.

It will run for a few seconds, but not long.

I've never rebuilt a motor in a snowmobile before. I assume a "top end" rebuild is in order, but I honestly don't know what the even means exactly....just pistons? Any suggestions for good resources on how to do this? Can I rebuild it with the motor place or do I have to pull the motor? How do I determine if the crank is bad?

Local shop said $500-$700 if it's just one piston. Can't be too hard if that's all they are charging.

Dead Cylinder - Options?

Suzuki Carry

Have anyone even seen a Carry on the trails?
I am a Proud owner of a Street Legal 91 Carry!

Suzuki Carry

Polaris Indy will not start after cleaning carbs! Help!

Hello all. I am fairly new to working on snowmobiles, and I am currently working on a 1999 Polaris Indy Trail Touring (488cc). The sled had been running on one cylinder since I started it a few weeks ago. I wasn't sure about cleaning the carbs myself (never having done it before), so I took them off and brought them to a Polaris dealer to be cleaned. They told me my main jet was the culprit. When I got it back I put everything back exactly as I had taken it off. I also changed the fuel filter and had drained the old fuel, as well as adding new plugs. Well, it fired right up on the third pull (choked) and was idling perfectly! It hadn't sounded that good in a while... The sled had been in my garage and I drove it outside without any issue where I let it idle for probably 20 minutes. I then went and shut it off with the thought that I would go for a test ride later on. However, when I returned about an hour or so later, the sled would NOT start. I tried everything I could think of including spraying starting fluid in the plug holes, some gas in the plug holes, new plugs, checking to make sure my gas lines were not pinched anywhere, kill switch, etc. I checked for spark and that was fine. I pulled the fuel lines off at the pump and carbs and there was no issue with fuel getting to the fuel pump or from the pump to the carbs. There was no gas leaking out anywhere that I could see. It seems like there isn't any gas getting to the plugs... every time I looked in the plug holes it seemed overly dry (sometimes the plugs were mildly moist, but I think it was from the starting fluid/gas I was putting in). I'm not really sure what else to try since both starting fluid and gas directly in the plug holes didn't seem to make a difference. It's so weird since it idled beautifully for 20 minutes! Perhaps I wasn't putting enough gas in the plug holes?? Any help or suggestions would be appreciated!

Polaris Indy will not start after cleaning carbs! Help!

WTB: Polaris Indy 400 90 CDI box and 93 Indy Trail Deluxe primary clutch

My 93 Indy Trail Deluxe is running beautifully in southeast WI (70 miles yesterday - Washington Co). Last year my handy dandy repair guy went thru my Deluxe and my sons' 90 Indy 400. The Deluxe primary clutch needed eventual replacement. I don't want to be on the trails and have it fail. Would anyone have a good used 93-compatible primary clutch to sell?

The 400 stopped working in March, and I replaced the ignition switch last week, as it wasn't starting and with the wires removed the motor did fire, albeit not sounding like both cylinders firing. I pulled each plug last night, and noticed only the plug on the right/exhaust side was firing. The clutch/belt side plug did nothing. I also noticed when checking each for spark that a lot of gas was coming up thru each plug hole on the head as I pulled the cord.

What I neglected to do was see if the spark plug that fired on the right side would also fire if mated to the other/bad(?) wire. I'll do that shortly. I did pick up new plugs, even though the current plugs were maybe 10 miles old max. Would anyone have a good used 90 Indy 400-compatible CDI box as well?

I noticed the similarity to the time my 93 fuel pump went kaput. Sure enough, both plugs that I removed had gas gushing out - presumed bad fuel pump. They're drained now, and I picked up a fuel pump gasket repair kit - setting up the living room table now to do that work.

If anyone is in SE WI, I'd really like to pick up the CDI box asap, so we can take both snowmobiles out this weekend, before Sunday's 45 degree weather melts everything.

Thanks, Eric.

WTB: Polaris Indy 400 90 CDI box and 93 Indy Trail Deluxe primary clutch

What year and cc is my polaris indy trail?

What year and cc is my polaris indy trail? My serial number is 1202779 and model number is 085071

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What year and cc is my polaris indy trail?

indy 500 engine

cant get the top end of my indy 500 engine apart i got the head off but the piece to expose the pistons wont loosen up i got the 7 nuts of and then took the engine out i just dont want to break the aluminium by prying on it

indy 500 engine

1998 Polaris Ultra Touring Temp gauge question

Hello all. Ok, I have a temp light AND a temp gauge. My temp light lights up upon start up. But my temp gauge does not ever move after riding. On this machine there is a temp sensor in the coolant manifold and a exhaust temp probe in the exhaust. Which one sends signal to the temp gauge? I know I can trace wires, but was hoping someone would know off hand. I am thinking if its the exhaust probe then either the probe is bad or the switch it plug into is bad. Thanks in advance!

1998 Polaris Ultra Touring Temp gauge question

2000 800 water by-pass??

OK,
got my rebuilt motor into my 2000 800RMK, and realized that the water pump cover only has one line coming out of it, and the original one has two lines come out of it The second "brass right angled" piece has the hose that goes to the bottom of the thermostat housing.

So, the question is, do I need to disassemble it and get another water pump cover gasket and put on the one with the two lines coming out, or can I "T" off the main hose coming out of the water pump, which would save me from taking the thing apart......

Any advice would be appreciated.....

Thanks
Bob

2000 800 water by-pass??

How do I increase the height of suspension on my 1989 ski doo?

Does anyone have any tricks on increasing this height? I need to increase my travel distance from my track to the heat exchanger on my 1989 Ski Doo Formula Mach 1. Thank you!

How do I increase the height of suspension on my 1989 ski doo?

2005 SuperSport 550 starter

I'm heading up to my Dad's to do some sledding over Christmas. He told me his sled won't start, starter won't engage.
He doesn't have a manual, I don't have a manual for his.
I'm assuming it is the starter drive.
Any chance someone can clue me into how easily the starter is to get too?
Or an online manual?

Jeff

2005 SuperSport 550 starter

94 Polaris XCR 440 Coolant (Overheating)

Hello, I am new to the forum and I was hoping someone could help me with my sled. I have a 1994 Polaris XCR 440 that was air bound and I thought I had fixed the problem. Today after riding 4 miles into the trails my temp. light came on. My heat exchangers were warm to the touch and the front tunnel one was getting snow (the side ones weren't). The trails I was riding are hard packed/ icy and the outside temp was 31-33°F. I'm not sure if this is a coolant issue or a weather/trails condition issue. Just asking if anyone else has come across this problem with a mid 90's 440 liquid. As far as I know, the 440 xcrs (liquid cooled) don't have thermostats so I think I can rule that out. Thanks in advance for any help.

94 Polaris XCR 440 Coolant (Overheating)

Panel lights

2001 MXZ 600 - just replaced burnt voltage regulater , tail and headlamp bulbs , all good now , but I only have 1 remaining dash light that didn't get fried- the Tach. Maybe a dumb question , other gauges work but no lights, is there actually a little bulb inside that can be replaced, or do I have to get new instruments entirely??

Panel lights

Help with drive clutch removal

Hi all,
I am trying to remove the clutch on my 1998 AC and it doesn't want to break free. Bought the tool online, doused it in grease, and put the impact wrench on it. Tried a breaker bar too. Is it possible I have the wrong tool?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks!

Help with drive clutch removal

340 Indy GT exhaust

Morning folks,

I have a 89 Indy sport GT I'm fixing for my wife and yesterday after getting it going I noticed it has an exhaust leak near the nose in the curved part of the exhaust. I have a 400 parts sled (87) and I was wondering if the exhaust off that is the same one? I wouldn't need to change out the manifold just the pipe. Were they different for different motors or would that pipe work? They look the same but I'm just not sure

Thanks!

340 Indy GT exhaust

Indy Electrical Issues...

I have been having electrical issues with a 1999 Indy Trail Touring. The sled runs great but over the last season it started having issues where the lights would all randomly dim or go out completely. Sometimes this would happen for minutes...other times it was almost like they were flickering on and off. It seems like it encompasses all electronics on the sled and doesn't seem to be related to how/when the sled is being used. It's quite disconcerting when you are driving down the trail and the lights go out!

Anyway, I haven't been able to figure out the issue, and this year the same thing is happening on and off (not quite as often), but now the headlight and tail lights are very dim most of the time. I'm not sure what would cause this, and I have been unable to locate a specific problem since it is so sporadic. I've looked through the forums and asked around locally without any luck.

Anyone have any ideas on what I might try or issues that might cause this??? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Indy Electrical Issues...

Indy 500 'popping' noise

I have a 2000 Polaris Indy Classic 500 that is liquid cooled. I have had it out several times this season so far without so much as a hiccup. However earlier today, after having run it once already around the yard, I started the machine and it just didn't sound right at idle. There is this annoying little 'popping' noise mixed in with the sound of the engine idling. It isn't loud like a backfire or anything like that, and it doesn't seem to impact performance at all as far as I can tell. The sled fires right up and idles fine (other than this new noise). It also seems to run fine with the noise disappearing when throttle is used (either it disappears or I just can't hear it over the sound of the motor). The only thing I have done to it today was to fill the tank completely for the first time this season.

Any thoughts on what might be causing this? :dunno: It's annoying as heck because it really doesn't sound right at idle. I'm hoping it's nothing... Thanks!

Indy 500 'popping' noise

What a day!

I spent a lot of the day boondocking, and both sleds ran perfectly. On the way home, pickup slid in the ditch, and towing company got me out for only $150. That was after unloading the sleds and disconnecting the trailer. After getting out of the ditch, drove home and ran into the side of the garage while backing in. Treating the pain with alcohol.

What a day!

WTB Skidoo Parts

Looking for parts for a 2000 Skidoo summit 700. Specifically a reverse kit and possible electric start. Also looking for help on possible exhaust setup. Mine is in pretty rough shape and looking for maybe an aftermarket one that is quieter since I take the kids around the neighborhood and don't want to annoying the neighbors. Don't need anything that gives it more HP. I have found a few used reverse kits online but have yet to hear anything back from the sellers, most likely because they are in Canada and I'm in the US. I am willing to pay to ship from Canada. Also would like complete kits because parts are hard to come by. Also if anyone knows the exact part numbers for both the reverse kit and electric start kit could you please let me know what they are. I know there are 3 different reverse kits and a couple of different starter kits for that year and I'm not sure which exactly is the right part numbers.

Thanks,
Paul

WTB Skidoo Parts

Electrical Problems

I have an 1996 Polaris XLT 600, I was riding on the trails and one by one I started to lose all of my electrical components. First the RPM gage went out, then the hand warmers, next the brake light, and finally the headlight. I don't know want happens to it and I don't know what needs to be fixed on it. Do you guys have any idea on what it could be?

Electrical Problems

Radiator Cap for a 1999 Mountain Max

Hi

Does anyone know of a cross over from the Yamaha part to an aftermarket Stant radiator cap for a 1999 Mountain Max. I want the cap but I also want an adapter to pressure test the cooling system. I have a Stant pressure tester but no adapter. I can find the correct adapter I had the part number for the Stant cap.

Thanks for any help.
John

Radiator Cap for a 1999 Mountain Max

Oil Pump/bleeding procedure

If I change all the oil lines. What is the procedure to bleed the oil lines? Wondered if there was a process I should follow to change them as well, as in an order to do them in. Those oil lines look like a pain to change. Currently both jugs are off of machine. More than likely I'll have the carb assembly off as well. Thanks in adavance!

Oil Pump/bleeding procedure

polaris 650 choke cables needed

just got a free ski 90-91 has a broken end on one of the choke cables (closest to pull start) where can I get a replacement or who has one laying around?

polaris 650 choke cables needed

90 650 choke parts

hey people just picked up a 90 or 91 650 triple for free all complete. the guy I got it from started pulling engine to do a swap one of the choke cable ends has broke off and also the portion it screws into the carb is broke. I think I can repair the carb but where can I locate some new cables? wanna get this back together and running as a complete ski before I pull engine to put in my golf cart

thanks in advance

90 650 choke parts

Seat Jack

Anyone ever buy a seat jack for their sled to make it a 2up sled whenever they want to have a second rider? I am considering buying one so that my wife can ride. I have a 2002 Polaris 550 Classic and need to know if anyone ever bought one for this sled if you have this model. Did it do the job for you and was it easy to remove when you rode by yourself? Does anyone have one that they want to sell?
Thanks for all the help.

Seat Jack

Cleaned carbs...Now an issue

1997 vmax xtc. I pulled and cleaned the carbs up last week. After putting it back together, the sled starts but is running rough.It bogs when I feather the throttle but seems better if I give it a lot. Then I noticed gas was leaking out under sled. After inspecting it. I found that gas was pouring out one side overflow. Pulled the carbs back out and all seems good on the side that is overflowing. Needle moves freely, floats are not sticking. Could this be a symptom of the choke not being adjusted correctly?? There was no issue before I pulled them the first time. I just thought I would give cleaning them a shot and learn more about this sled. I obviously did something wrong but I don't know what. If it is a choke adjustment, can anyone give me a walk through on how to properly adjust it? Thanks.

Cleaned carbs...Now an issue

overhaeting mountain max 2002

my sled is overheatin after 20 mins of riding i replace all the parts in the pump exept the pump shaft i got told it as a brass gear on it that expend wen to hot so i pulled it appart and no brass gear on it its on the crank can it be replace tks

overhaeting mountain max 2002

Special kits for when your stuck

I saw an add some where for a cool throttle kit . This make it possible to use throttle while lifting sled. It attaches to handle bars Also saw a rope which pacts up nice and small, but has 2500 of strength. Problem is I did not write them down. And for the life of me I can not find it again. Has anyone got the names of these tools. Good for when riding alone.

Special kits for when your stuck

No Brake Light ?

Greetings!
Thanks for the previous replies and help for my track and ski questions, here's another one.
1992 Polaris 500 Indy Classic

Tail light works fine but no brake light. I replaced the bulb but it didn't fix it.
Do you know if the switch is in the lever assembly (or on the handle bar), or located someplace else ?
The wiring diagrams are difficult to decipher. If it's the switch is it repairable ? as most parts for these are no longer available.

Thanks !

No Brake Light ?

Skidoo part numbers

I have a question about how to read skidoo part numbers. Are the last 3 digits of the part number for the engine size. I noticed a lot of parts end with 300, 600, 700, and 800. I'm looking for parts for my 2000 Summit 700, mainly reverse kit and possibly starter kit and maybe temp and fuel gauges. I noticed to the last digits of the part numbers for these parts look like they may corresponded with the engine sizes. So any enlightenment would be great.

Skidoo part numbers

1998 formula 3 700

Hello I am new to this forum and I am having trouble with my formula 3 700. Sled runs great until
About half to full throttle when it gets to high rpm it sounds like it's hitting a rev limiter . Top end was just all rebuilt I can't figure it out any suggestions will be great Thank you

1998 formula 3 700

Hello

Hello everyone.

I thought I'd take a second and introduce myself. I'm from Sheridan, WY and while not yet a snowmobiler I have a question that I felt this forum might be able to address. I figured it was only polite to say first before I start hunting through posts and asking questions. :)

Thanks in advance!

Hello

98 formula 3 700

Hello I am new to this forum and I am having trouble with my formula 3 700. Sled runs great until
About half to full throttle when it gets to high rpm it sounds like it's hitting a rev limiter . Top end was just all rebuilt I can't figure it out any suggestions will be great

98 formula 3 700

Cylinder Head Torque Spec and Carb Diagram 1992 PZ480

Does anyone have a spec on the cylinder head torque for a 1992 Phazer II PZ480? Torque sequence and the order to torque them would be mighty helpful! Also looking for a carburetor removal/install procedure and a blown up picture of the carbs for dis assembly?

Thanks in advance.

Cylinder Head Torque Spec and Carb Diagram 1992 PZ480

Starter clicking on 93 yamaha venture 480

Starter is clicking ,battery is good, How do I determine if the starter is bad or if it's the relay?
Thanks Len

Starter clicking on 93 yamaha venture 480

2001 Edge XC SP Solenoid/Starter issue ?

Hi everyone,
Symptom sounds like weak battery. I replaced solenoid and it worked once then the same problem came back again. When I turn the key I only get a brief reading on my meter of 1.2 volts on starter side of solenoid. To try and prove if the solenoid is the problem again I took a jumper cable and attached one end to the positive terminal directly on the battery and took the other end and touched it to the bottom right post on the solenoid which goes to the starter. This effectively bypasses the solenoid.Same problem . All I got was one slow crank and then nothing. So now I am thinking it must be my starter because I have bypassed the solenoid and still have the same problem.. So last test is I disconnect the negative and positive cables that run from the starter to the solenoid etc.. So now I have a starter motor with a positive and negative cable attached to it going nowhere. I take my dewalt battery pack and clip it on to the starter cables and it cranks the engine over perfectly like it should so I know starter is good.. Now I am really confused. I know its not the battery as I tried a new battery and had the same problem. Battery reads 12.6 volts.

Everything seems to point to the solenoid but two bad solenoids ?

2001 Edge XC SP Solenoid/Starter issue ?

Hello from ohio

I'm Gary live in southwest ohio closes snowmobile shop is in Carey Ohio John's Performance Shop

Hello from ohio

Very loud

Sled is a 1986 Yamaha xlv 540.

The sled has an aftermarket racing exhaust and it's loud as hell. I have been unable to track down an oem muffler or other compatible muffler. The local sled pick and pull also turned up blank. Google, suprisingly also failed to provide me with some remidies. So here's where I'm at. I need to make this sled quiet enough for legal trail riding.

I am open to suggestions on modifying the current exaust, ideas for Jerry rigging a similar exhaust from a different model sled, or, pretty much anything else. I've spent too much time on this sled to be able to run it because of noise. Thanks guys, this forum has been absolutely invaluable! :D

Very loud

1993 yamaha venture Newbe

Hello all from the east coast of Canada . I have a 1993 Yamaha Venture and could use a little help.
Think I have come to the right place.
Len

1993 yamaha venture Newbe

ISO Yamaha enticer 340 seat

I'm in need of a complete replacement seat for my 1979 Yamaha enticer ET340E. I thought I'd be able to just replace the cover but after taking the seat off and inspecting the wood and metal frame underneath it is completely rotten and rusted away. The seat foam is also deteriorated. Any help would be appreciated as all I've been able to find are seat covers.

ISO Yamaha enticer 340 seat

Jag 440 Clutch Ping

I had no idea what to title this thread!

When riding the 1996 Jag 440, you can hear a slight metallic pinging noise. It's not overly loud, but it's there. My wife described it as a "Chain noise" When stopped and idling, nothing. It seems to have to do with the machine being motion. I suppose it could be something outside of the clutch, but it seems to be from the clutch side of the machine.

Any ideas?

Jag 440 Clutch Ping

electric start 2009 adenaline 800r

Hi i have a 2009 adrenaline 800r xp. The starter works some of the time. Anybody have the same issue?

electric start 2009 adenaline 800r

2004 yamaha rx1voltage issue

Hello, I am very new to this page so I thought I'd give it a try. I have a 2004 rx1 and I noticed after running the sled for 10 minutes or so the headlights are extremely dim and the dash cluster seems to power off. It has a new battery as well. Any thoughts?

2004 yamaha rx1voltage issue

Headlight switch

Hello. I am looking for the headlight switch for my 2002 Polaris 550 Classic. I have low beam but high beam does not stay on. I am trying to locate a new switch so that this works properly so I can use high beams when needed. Anyone have any suggestions on where parts like this can be found easily?
Thanks

Headlight switch

2004 rx1 bogging

Hello, I am new to this forum, as of a few minutes ago! I have a 2004 rx1 that is having running issues. I recently replaced the battery and today when I took it out for a ride I noticed it didn't have much power and would randomly start to bog out untill it bogged out so bad I stopped and powered off the sled. Any help? This is the first 4 stroke I have owned, let alone a 4 cylinder.

2004 rx1 bogging

does anyone have torque spes for a 2003 polaris x edge 600

I am trying to find the torque specs for the primary clutch cover bolts an the the big mounting bolt also the chaincase gear bolts an cover bolts what about all the suspension an radius rod bolts
thanks

does anyone have torque spes for a 2003 polaris x edge 600

Help finding reverse kit

Hi,
I just picked up a 2000 skidoo summit 700 from my buddy and I'm looking for help to find a reverse kit for it. I know some came with reverse because it show it in the manual. I not sure where to the part number for the kit or where to look. Any help would be great.

Help finding reverse kit

NE weather

Looking at the weather, it looks like the NE is going to have a white Christmas! I hope all you guys out there have a TON of fun playing in the white stuff!

Drive safe! Post pictures!!

NE weather

indy 500 not getting fuel please help!

trying to get my uncles 1997 Indy 500 running. I had to replace the fuel pick up hose in the tank and now I can't get fuel to the carbs. I have filled the hose with fuel manually and it runs fine but it will not draw from the tank. Is there something I need to do in order to get it to prime the fuel pump? I am pretty new to working on snowmobiles. Any help is appreciated thank you!

indy 500 not getting fuel please help!

Service Manual

I need a service manual for a 1992 Phazer II. Trying to help a buddy fix a blown piston and would like to get some info on putting it back together and carb servicing. Thanks.

Service Manual

1994 bravo 250....no power....will barely move!

When I bought this bravo it started and idled fine but barely had enough power to move! I checked the compression and had 125, also checked all the windings on the stator.....(pulser coil - 20 ohms, charger coil - 385 which is a little low & lighting coil .3ohms)....next I swapped the carburetor ,fuel pump, secondary clutch and spark plug and even checked the airbox for blockage and still no go! Next I split the engine and found both bearings were really bad and crank seal was in rough shape too! Thinking this was the problem I rebuilt the engine with new bearings and crank seals, gaskets and piston! I also replaced all the fuel lines, cleaned up the electrical harness and connectors! After putting everything back together I had high hopes that this machine was gonna be fixed! Just a couple primes and one pull and she starts and idles really good with just a small adjustment on the carb! So I press the throttle and still the same as when I first bought it!! ? I know I had a combination of problems and fixed all of them as far as I can tell but now I'm hitting a wall of frustration with this and not sure where to turn next! Can anyone out there in the bravo skidoo world help me out with this?? Where do I go next!?
Thanks in advance!

1994 bravo 250....no power....will barely move!

2003 F5 sno pro oil near carburator

just went to fire up sled and noticed oil near the clutch side carb. A decent amount. heard that this was normal on this sled. Can anyone provide some input on this?

2003 F5 sno pro oil near carburator

2003 F5 Sno Pro need stop switch

can anyone direct me on where to purchase a stop switch assembly. downloaded the service manual and what it shows is not whats on my sled. My sled has the slide switches for the warmers and octagon style stop switch. manual shows the round stop switch. Tried to google but nothing any help would be greatly appreciated.

2003 F5 Sno Pro need stop switch

Carb Kit for a 1999 Yamaha MM 700

Hi
Does anyone know of a source for a carb kit for the 1999 MM700? It has the Mikuni slider throttle carb. I suspect it is not a unique carb and that there is a Mikuni or an after market kit. The only ID on the carb is the Yamaha part number which does not do me a lot of good. I want to replace all the gaskets and float valves. Buying by Yamaha part numbers gets expensive in a hurry.

Thanks
John

Carb Kit for a 1999 Yamaha MM 700

NH Antique Registration

I am considering getting an Antique plate for my 1992 Polaris as it'll qualify after New Years.

If I read the website correctly it looks like a one-time fee of $55 with no additional annual re-registration required, which will amount to quite a hefty savings over the next several years.

Assuming that this is true, does anyone know if there are any restrictions regarding trail use once it's registered as an Antique ?

Thanks

NH Antique Registration

Swap 99 mxz 121x15 Skid for an 08 Renegade 137x16

Need some help here guys,
I have been wanting to upgrade my track from a 121 to a 136 in my 99 MXZ 600.
I found a guy selling an 08 Renegade 137x16 Skid and track for a really good price. So here's my question, can I put this skid and track in my sled? Or can I put a 15" track on this skid?
My tunnel is barely 16.5" wide

Swap 99 mxz 121x15 Skid for an 08 Renegade 137x16

New from AK

Hi Everybody,
Been riding off and on since I was little kid and lovin' every minute of it.

New from AK

07 For sale.

I have an 07 for $3500 800 miles if interested nacnace@msn.com

07 For sale.

Arctic Cat Jag 3000, Won't Start After Backfiring

Hello!
So here's the scoop, my sled was rebuilt in 2015, new pistons/rings, everything you'd usually do during a fresh top end rebuild. It ran great after the rebuild! Rode it maybe about 1-200 miles that entire season and that was it, then last winter I was pulling the kids on the toboggan, did a u-turn when I noticed it was slowing down/losing power and then gave it the gas to go and it would just backfire. You could give it a little gas and it'd backfire again, then it eventually quit and to this day it hasn't restarted since. After all that I checked things out such as spark, gas, carburetor, and couldn't find anything wrong.

I hope I described everything ok, and I apologize if I am not giving enough detail. Would just like to be pointed in the right direction of what would cause it to slow down and back fire. Your help is greatly appreciated! Thanks!

Arctic Cat Jag 3000, Won't Start After Backfiring

Newbie from Michigan Here

Hi All!
Newbie here from Kawkawlin, Michigan! Own a 79 Arctic Cat Jag 3000. Joined because I am having problems with my sled, and I'm not too experienced with these things, however I do have great experience with the 86 Honda Spree mopeds, lol. On my other forum people call me "Jerz", so you can call me by that if you'd like. I'm hoping to have my sled up and running with the help of some great members here! Thanks!

Newbie from Michigan Here

Still a newby after 35 years, suspension?

Hi everyone, Bought my first new sled in 2014, Renegade Backcountry X 800R E-tec. Still riding like a beginner . Can anyone explain the suspension to me, just basics. Powder setup, vs trail. System has many levels and resistance levels. Last year I almost flipped it in deep granular snow, she just rolled. Also I forgot to mention that the adjuster are on the running boards, and front shocks. Thanks for the tips. I took the advise of the forum and installed icescratchers. thanks for the tips.:nerd:

Still a newby after 35 years, suspension?

440 Rev Lights and Tach Problem

I have a 2006 440 rev and the lights haven't worked for a few weeks then all of a sudden came back on tonight, which who knows how long they while stay on. Also, the tachometer always stops and resets. Then the engine check and overheating lights are always on even though there is no signs of overheating. The sled runs great. Already switched the voltage regulator and bulbs for the lights and that didn't do anything. Obviously something electrical and I've heard other things like the relay and stator but I don't know where those are located. Any help is appreciated thank you.

440 Rev Lights and Tach Problem

Fuel inlet needle

So I was cleaning the carbs and about to take
The float off and the bar that holds the float on and the fuel inlet needle, I think it's called, fell off and landed in the snowmobile somewhere. I found the bar but never found the needle. I have absolutely no idea how it disappeared like that I looked for over an hour but can't find it. I was wondering how to get a new one. The only
One I could find is like 40$ but that seems a little much for a little tiny piece of metal. Anyone have any ideas?

Fuel inlet needle

Xlv 540 lack of speed

Me again! Finally got this Xlv-540 running smooth.

Having ridden it now the past couple days on varying snow and grass conditions, I have been unable to get sled to top 35mph. Forums and retail.information have stayed the stock sled did around 70-80, which is what I'd ultimately like to regain. The following symptoms are what I've noticed over the past couple days. Let's see if anyone can point me in the right direction. (Bare in mind the tach does not work so I can't elaborate on rpm)

1: when taking off, the sled consistently gains rpm, then i hear it drop off and settle into a hum at 35mph

2: both clutches seem to be engaging, thought they have never been touched to my knowledge, and the primary clutch appears to have some groves forming where the belt initially grabs.

3: Though I can't provide an rpm, I can tell the clutch is engaging at a low rpm. It grabs the belt with very little throttle input

4: Acceleration leaves much to be desired, it's pretty bad. And I don't have much power to climb snowbanks or get over plowed snow on the roadsides.

My initial feeling are that there are clutching issues, but I'm not sure where to begin looking. Any and all advice is appreciated, this sleds been a fun project over the last month.

Xlv 540 lack of speed

Ski- Doo Parts

Does any one know where i can get a carb boot for a 2000 mxz 500? I cannot find one specific for my sled. Will one from another year fit?

I just noticed that mine look a little dried out and that if you flex it you can see small cracks.

No problems with the sled running as it is, just looking to do a little preventative maintenance


Thanks Guys! :thumbsup:

Ski- Doo Parts

Roller style driven clutch belt install tool

Hi all...

Today I went out to put a new belt on my sled. For the life of me I couldn't simultaneously hold the sheaves apart while manipulating the belt around it. Since often I've survived by the "necessity is the mother of all invention" mantra...(and because I work on old British cars)I figured I'd fashion some sort of tool to do this. Well...I did.

I simply bought a PVC pipe cap then drilled a hole through the center where the clutch bolt passes through. I used a large fender washer to help distribute the load as well.

Simply use a 1/2" ratcheting box end to remove the clutch bolt, pass it through the cap with the concave side against the clutch. Then just thread the bolt back in and start tightening. It will pull the sheave apart very easily AND hold it. Can be done with gloves on and takes about 2 min from start to finish.

Very lightweight, and I'll simply carry it in my tool kit.

In the pics I used the same sized bolt as is in the clutch. Some clutches may vary so try it out prior to needing it on the trail! You may need a slightly longer bolt to find purchase on the threads(which is what I thought) however in my case the original bolt worked just fine.

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Roller style driven clutch belt install tool

Snow reports

Any trail reports up in northern MN?

Snow reports

After-market 12V Jack for heated helmet

Hey Guys, wondering if anyone has ever installed a plug for the new heated helmets on an older sled. I have a 1997 Polaris Indy Trail Touring and would love to have this option available to me.

Any instructions/links/pics would be awesome. Thanks guys.

After-market 12V Jack for heated helmet

1987 Polaris indy 400 no spark, Don't know what to do

Hey everyone!
This is my first time posting here so i'll try and make a good first impression.
I''m mostly a dirt biker so i try and take my knowledge of bikes and such itno snowmobiles.
anyhow-


Father and i just picked up a 1987 polaris 400 indy (i presume it's an indy?)

engine is in great shape and everything else is what you'd expect from 87. One BIG problem ,It has zero spark. Now before i get into the details of it, I'm not a electronics type of guy and i tend to give up on stuff like this but anyway. I have the key on, all wires are connected as tehy should be and there is zero spark with new plugs. I even held the plug while turning it over and nothing. I have a volt meter but i have no clue on where to put it or anything.

Things i'd like to note are (The kill switch is smashed to hell and does not work at all, Maybe something to do with that? No clue on where to start. Just got the carbs and fuel pump all done up and i've now hit a brick wall, I don't know where the stator plate is or the CDI, and if it was one of those i'd say it's a lost cause :/


anyhelp to guide me along here would be nice, At this point. I won't be sleding this year.

Thanks!

1987 Polaris indy 400 no spark, Don't know what to do

New PA rider

Hello everyone in the forum. I am from Northwest PA and a new rider this year. I am getting a new to me sled this week actually. I am excited to be able to actually do more in the snow beside shovel it. :) The sled I am getting is 2002 Polaris 550 Classic. Nice condition and well maintained by the current owner. I am pleased with the deal I got at this point and he even threw in some extras that he won't be using that he used on this sled. I am looking forward to learning more about snowmobiling and what it takes to keep one in top working order. I usually do most of my repairs on my other vehicles, I just need to learn more on sleds and what the normal things are and how to get the most out of the machine. Normal routine maintenance and when it should be performed. Just a little about myself, I am a married male living in the snowbelt of PA. Have 4 children so I am a little older than most I presume that are now getting into the world of snowmobiles. I own a Motorcycle already and have been riding for over 10 years on that, now it's time to have a winter toy.

New PA rider

Phaser II seat mod

Picked this Polaris seat up off of Craigslist today for $60. I don't really like the feel of the stock seat and mine was ripped up. Thought I'd give it a try. I think it was off a 2010 800.

I bought some bolts, washers, and nuts from Napa and drilled the tunnel for the bolts. It was an easy mod that took me less than 1/2 hour to do. Looks so so but it does feel great, love the riding position now.

Phaser II seat mod

Yamaha Bravo

Hey folks...I'm new to this site! I was browsing through some posts on here earlier today and trying to figure out what year my bravo is?! The only number I got is on the side of the tunnel....(8BC-000254) I also read something on how the interpretation of the year changes after 94? Not really sure! Can anyone help me out with this?

Yamaha Bravo

1997 ZR 580 EFI question

Hey all, my ecu is flashing a code for my coolant temperature sensor. I had a working spare I tried putting in and I still get the same code from the ecu so now I am checking over the wiring.

I checked out the wiring diagram for this model and all it shows me is a red/white wire from coolant sensor to the temperature warning light at the dash cluster which I was able to trace/inspect. Does anybody know where the wire goes from the dash cluster to the computer? I would like to trace that back and inspect/test it but the diagram only shows a wire coming from the coolant sensor to the dash cluster warning lamp, how does it tie into the computer?

Thanks for any help

1997 ZR 580 EFI question

Fuel sprays out empty oil injection ports??

My buddy has the exact same sled as me, a 250 Citation. Years ago someone disconnected the oil injection system same as mine, just recently its developed the problem where as soon as the motor gets warm insane amounts of fuel start spraying out of the two empty nylon hose barbs that the oil injection lines used to hook too. Mine does not have this problem and never has even though they are both disconnected. We went over the carb and it all seemed fine, so tonight we put my carb in right off my running machine onto his. Same thing, as soon as the motor got warm fuel started gushing out of those ports. That means there is something else wrong somewhere, when we put my carb back on my machine it worked perfectly and no fuel sprayed out from the ports. What could possibly be causing this issue??? We jut rebuilt the fuel pump and replaced the check valve in the tank as well as did all the lines, even when the fuel is spraying out his machine runs perfectly and is nice and responsive when you hit the throttle. Its just way to much of a risk of a fire to ride it like this not to mention how much gas it wastes, full tank only last a couple hours now where on mine I can go a solid six hours of trails before it gets low on gas. Anyone know whats wrong with it or have any ideas??

Fuel sprays out empty oil injection ports??

1995 XLT isn't starting

Ran well when we bought it, but trailered it, and let it sit for a few weeks with the gas line open. Already drained out the case with the three size 10mm bolts and still isn't starting up. About to check spark plugs (new) to make sure they're sparking.

Anything I should look into after that to get her runnin again?

1995 XLT isn't starting

engine light

Hi Guy's
So I'm breaking in my engine, still on the first tank with "break in" oil and taking it easy, everything feeling good I'm given her most of the time less than half throttle and all is good, even snapping the throttle to almost wide open with good results but then at one point during a high throttle position, my "check engine" light started to flash and stayed on till I shut er down.
I restarted and the light was off, so I continued to test the higher throttle position and experienced a slight backfire and power loss, so I slowed down and all was ok again (at lower throttle) I parked the sled for the night.
This morning I went for another ride and it was real good, I mean I'm able to reach a good high throttle position and feeling good but then the backfire again and power loss at high throttle, I shut down and restarted and the problem goes away.
This wouldn't have anything to do with the knock sensor? I think I might have put lock tight on that bolt.

engine light

Pits

I recently changed my engine but am re-using the head, however I noticed these tiny pits in the head.
What would cause this, and should I be concerned?
2010 IQ 600 Widetrak

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1998 skidoo summit 500 leaking antifreeze from spark plug

I noticed I have antifreeze coming from my spark plug wondering what problem could be and how I could fix it. I'd like get it fixed asap. Thanks

1998 skidoo summit 500 leaking antifreeze from spark plug

Drive belts

So I've got a question on drive belts.
I came acros a bunch of arctic cat belts
p# 0627-011
My sled takes a 0627-020
My question is will the 0627- 011 be safe for my sled as it's a little smaller in size
I'm asking cause belts ant cheat but neither are clutches
94 wildcat 700

Drive belts

93 Arctic Cat Jag FC440 no spark

93 Arctic Cat Jag FC440 no spark

I bought this sled that had caught on fire. It melted the harness so I decided to buy a used harness. I am 99% sure I bought the right harness but now I have no spark. What do I need to look for? The odd thing I did notice is that the old harness had a 2 pin harness from the safety switch. The new harness has 3 pin harness but so does the replacement handlebar. I can only think the replacement harness is no good, I have one that won't work, or I have something not hooked up correctly. This new harness does have a 6 pin plug that I can't figure out what it's for. The old harness was burnt so bad that I can't compare. Any held would be great!

93 Arctic Cat Jag FC440 no spark

Sled 3 for me. But need help.

I picked up another sled today for a couple bucks. Minty 1997 Arctic Cat puma. Thought it would make me a nice ice fishing sled. Anyway I cannot get it to run. Will fire and run a few seconds when I squirt a lil mix in the cylinders though. Ran fine when put away last season. (Bought from relative so I know its true.) Any tips or tricks to help me get this thing going? Seems like gas is not getting to where it needs to be. My arms are sore from pulling. Thanks.

Sled 3 for me. But need help.

1995 EXT EFI 580 Issues

Hi all...

My daughter wanted a "cheap" starter sled. She found a 95 EXT which hasn't been run for 10 years. It's EFI and starts/runs/drives but has no lights, tach or warmers working.

I know the battery is bad so I'll replace that, It'll only start if I have a charger on it but it will run for a few minutes. It doesn't hold real good idle, seems a little high as well.

Where can I start looking for the electrical issue?

Oh...and the windshield broke when it was in the back of my truck on the ride home. Went to pass at 70 and the upper half broke. Any idea what year sleds I can use as a substitute? Can't find too many EXT specific screens.

Thanks in advance!

1995 EXT EFI 580 Issues

Aftermarket Brake Pads

I recently purchased a set of Kimpex pads for the Jag. Long story short, they did not fit. The moveable puck was beyond tight. The stationary puck would not even fit on the caliper. I found a set of OEM pads on E-Bay and they dropped right in. (I will say, cable brakes are a pain. I'm used to hydraulic brakes on my quad).

I've got a set of aftermarket pads on the Puma and had no issues with the install a few years back. Dennis Kirk had great customer service and took the Kimpex pads back and waived the return shipping.

Sometimes, you don't know what will work, despite it being labeled as a direct replacement.

Aftermarket Brake Pads

skandic swt

Hey could I have some opinions on a 2006 ski-doo skandic swt? Thanks.

skandic swt

Dealer sanded the #!$$ out of my clutch - problem?

Hi all, I'm a prodigal member, but now that I'm back in MT I should be around more.

Anyway, here's the story. I've never had any clutch issues, but I figured my RMK was due for a clutch rebuild: I've had it seven years without touching it, plus no service history when I got it. I've done the secondary myself (had a couple issues with the EPI kit, but that's another story) and as much of the primary as I could get to, but decided to take it to the dealer to handle the rollers and bushings.

I dropped it off a week ago along with a rebuild kit, and they said they'd get to it in a couple days. They never call, so finally I call them and (politely) ask them to finish it up. I picked it up yesterday and immediately noticed two issues. First, it looks like they took a 120-grit flapwheel to the clutch face - you can see that in the pictures. I know you're supposed to scuff the belt surfaces, but this looks like a total hack job! I don't think they put any deep furrows in it, but I can feel a slight irregularity to the surface beyond just the roughness from sanding. Another red flag to me is that with the spring out, it doesn't slide to the open (idle position) freely.

My main question is what, if anything, I should do with it before I run it. I'm worried the rough surface is going to eat belts; I have half a thought to start it up with the belt off and take a sanding block to it. I know that's an idea OSHA wouldn't approve of, but I'm pretty careful. I'm also wondering if the dealer really mangled the job or if I'm just being paranoid.

Any inputs are appreciated...

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Help Polaris Indy ultra 680 won't properly idle

Hi everyone I recently bought a 1996 Indy 680 ultra sp from my friend. When I picked it up it ran fine except for a low idle so I brought it in my shop and cleaned the carbs. This is when the problems started there was a broken jet in the bowel so I went and got 3 brand new jets (310s) and decided to put new pilot jets while I was in there (40s) that's what was in the sled so I thought don't fuck with something that works. I got the carbs back together and reinstalled them on the sled. Came back the next day to fire up the machine and it started on the first pull and began to idle at about 4,000rpm so I shut it off and turned the idle screws all out 1 turn but it still idles around 4,000rpm. If I put the choke on it brings it down 1,000rpms. I'm stumped anyone have any ideas the carb boots are brand new by the way.

Help Polaris Indy ultra 680 won't properly idle

Best Oil for my 1996 XLT 600 2up ?

This is my 1st snowmobile & want to keep it running. Can you please tell me which brand/type of oil is the best?

Thank you for any info.

Best Oil for my 1996 XLT 600 2up ?

96 XCR 440 Special will NOT RUN!

I bought this sled and did a motor swap as the last motor had been sitting for 5 years and had no compression. The used motor I bought has 128 and 129 psi. I cleaned the carbs and let them soak, out in new needle and seats, cleaned the jets, puts in a new fuel pump new fuel lines and a new needle jet in the mag side carb as it was somehow broken. This thing is a son of a B to start and when it does it revs up then runs on half or full choke then dies. I've tried everything I can think of. Both seals are good. It won't idle at all it dies out then bogs when trying to give it gas to keep it running. HELP

96 XCR 440 Special will NOT RUN!

Indy or MXZ

Hi everyone, I have a choice between a 1990 Indy Trail and a 1994 Ski-Doo MXZ 470cc. Both are selling for $800. Given they are in similar condition what is your opinion? Thanks for your help.

Indy or MXZ

polaris xlt vin

The polaris site sucks so please dont leave a link. Can anyone tell me if this is a 93 AND how to decode the vin? All I find are links to nothing that works. I know some were built pre 93 to work out any remaining bugs after testing. The production date is 01 21 1992. Vin# 2073386
Thank you in advance

polaris xlt vin

1996 aritc cat bear cat with no spark.

I know the plugs are good and the wires are also good but I don't know if the problem is with the CD or the coil. It's a 2 cyl dual carbureted 440cc 2 stroke. I do not have another sled to test either one in because the other sleds are Polaris

1996 aritc cat bear cat with no spark.

79-81 Polaris Gemini 320

I'm looking for a new chain And skis for the sled. I just purchased it and I would like to be able to save some money and ride it this year

79-81 Polaris Gemini 320

Kawasaki 440 1981

my pull start is not working correctly the springs or dogs in The Recoil are not working. I'm looking to replace them or get a new pull start for all compatible pull start I can use anybody

Kawasaki 440 1981

Hello From Cardo Systems!

My name is Michael. I am the forum moderator at Cardo Systems, the motorcycle Bluetooth and DMC company that I'm sure you're all very familiar with. The same company that brought you the scala rider Q Series, G9x, and, of course, the PackTalk. I wanted to introduce myself as the central hub for any of your questions, concerns, gripes, technical issues, and to be a part of the forum myself. I'm not here to sell or really even advertise to anyone. If there's an issue with my being on the forums as a Cardo representative, or if the thread needs to be moved, please let me know.

I'm actually in Denver right now on a motorcycle road trip. I don't know how you guys ride in this weather all season!

Please feel free to reach out to me for any and all scala rider technical support questions you may have!

Hello From Cardo Systems!

Most important rear springs on Citation 250

So two rear springs are broken on my citation 250, I finally managed to track down two replacements but they are very hard to get and very expensive in Canada so I could only buy one set. Would of bought two but when I pulled the skid I found a boatload of other problems that need to be fixed as well so I am forced to only replace two springs for now. If I can find another set next year maybe Ill do the other two. Anyways long story short my question is what set are doing the most work on this sled?? The front two springs or the rear two springs?? Ill put my new ones where they will provide the most support and rebound and move or leave the old ones until they break or I replace em. Any suggestions appreciated muchly!!

Most important rear springs on Citation 250

after market exhausts?

Have a question, looking at one of these race cans MBRP for 600 edge 2004, just for fun on the lake and private property, guys says easy install just the springs, I would think lighter, and only loud when you squeeze the fun trigger? new in box 200 CDN bucks, worth it is my question? thanks

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How to know when to change efi sled fuel filter?

Many if you probably know by know but I have a 2007 Polaris IQ CFI sled and it happens to have the expensive fuel filter assembly. What are the symptoms of a fuel filter needing replacement? How often to change them?

How to know when to change efi sled fuel filter?

Ventilation

Last year I ran hot in granular snow while riding slow with my nephew. I have a 2014 backcountry X 8ooR E-tec. I was thinking on adding a vent kit. On the kit it says only for racing. So what are the draw backs . Is to much ventilation not a good thing? Has anyone done a mod like this?

Ventilation

after market ezhausts?

Have a question, looking at one of these race cans MBRP for 600 edge 2004, just for fun on the lake and private property, guys says easy install just the springs, I would think lighter, and only loud when you squeeze the fun trigger? new in box 200 CDN bucks, worth it is my question? thanks

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Studding a track...?

Greetings, I have not been on here for a while, of course it has been summer time !

I am about to stud the track on my 1992 Polaris Indy 500 Classic. I believe the track is factory original.
I have purchased 48 Extreme carbide studs and am going to install 2 of them into every other section (which I believe there are 48 sections ?), this is really just for traction on ice for ice fishing. I am not a trail rider nor do I race in snow-cross or do jumps and flips, ...so the application is pretty basic.

Is there any reason to avoid installing the studs out of the line of the bogey wheels that carry the track ? If I were to do this I'd install them a few inches apart in the center section of the track where the wheels don't make contact. On the other hand if the wheels will not be affected by the underside of the studs, I can spread the pattern out.

Thanks !

Studding a track...?

79 Yamaha exciter 340e stuck engine

I just purchased a 79 Yamaha Exciter 340 deluxe electric start model with a stuck engine for $50. I thought it would be a good winter project for my son and I but never worked on a sled before. I figured out it was a 79 by the numbers stamped on the right side of the tunnel. Any idea where I can get parts or manuals for this sled. I'd like to get it running and then maybe try to restore it.

79 Yamaha exciter 340e stuck engine

Changing chaincase oil on a 1997 Polaris Indy Trail

Does anyone have a link to a video on how to change the oil in my chaincase? My sled has 589 miles on it and when I check the dipstick in the chaincase, it is kind of a grayish color with a few metal shavings in it. Figured it was time for a change.
Any help is appreciated.


-Jon
1997 Polaris Indy Trail Touring

Changing chaincase oil on a 1997 Polaris Indy Trail

4 place open

I am still looking for an allum 4 place trailer.
Don't care if it has a deck on it or not! Don't care if it has been in an accident!
Im really just looking for the frame!

If any one has even seen one for sale please get me the number to call!
Thanx all!

4 place open

Snowmobile wont start

So I have a artic cat 440 single carburetor and it will not start, it has spark good compression and it getting fuel (the fuel pump is not working but I'm trying to start it with starting fluid). I am really stumped on this one because the sled won't even fire at all. Any ideas would be appreciated.

Snowmobile wont start

oil in Crankcase Formula Z 583

Hi Guys!
I have a Formula Z 583. It has oil in the crank case. I am thinking the inside crank seals may be bad so I have a couple questions for you…
Is it okay to run like this?
How do I get the oil out of my crankcase?
Should I delete the oil injection and just mix the oil?
It’s a fairly nice machine. How would I go about changing those inner crank seals?

Thanks
Brad

oil in Crankcase Formula Z 583

Can you wear goggles with a full face helmet?

Yesterday was out for first ride of the season and my full face visor was fogging and condensating pretty bad. Wondering if I remove the face shield, can I wear goggles. Just not sure if goggles will fit inside the opening of a full face helmet.

Can you wear goggles with a full face helmet?

Ft. Wayne, IN Trails

Has anyone been out riding on the trails SW and SE of Ft. Wayne, IN?

Ft. Wayne, IN Trails

Need help diagnosing problems with 97 Indy 500

Yesterday we had our first snow in Chicagoland so I spent the entire morning getting all the sleds ready. In particular, my wife's 97 Indy 500 was giving me some trouble yesterday. I couldn't get it to idle properly and when I turned the choke off, it would bog out and die. I took the carbs off and gave them a good cleaning. (I hate pulling the carbs off this machine as it is so hard getting the airbox back on and getting the carbs back in the airbox boots). The one pilot jet had crap plugging it so once I cleaned everything and put it back together, it started and idled just fine. Throttle response was good. So I was ready to ride.

I took it for a ride following the kids on their sleds. My son got his Miniz 120 stuck so I pulled next to him and got him going. Here is where problem 1 started. From a stop (sled still running), i hit the throttle and the RPMs would not go above 4K so the sled wouldn't move. Even at WOT, it wouldn't move and the RPMs wouldn't get past 4K. Couple times, it seemed to move a few inches, but that was it. Definitely didn't sound quite right either. I'm definitely not an expert, but it almost seemed like it was getting too much fuel. When giving throttle, alot (or more than usual) of white smoke coming from exhaust from underneath. Sled never died although I did shut it off. I opened the hood, took a look and saw nothing that looked bad to me. With the hood open, I started the sled and it started right up. I then gave it throttle and it started moving (with the hood up). I rode it back home while holding the hood part way open with my left hand. Brought it back home and inspected it - didn't see anything. SO I started riding again and it seemed to be fine - no more issues where it was just stuck like this and RPMS wouldn't go above 4K. So I have no idea what happened here.

On to problem 2. While riding this sled for about 45 minutes, I noticed that sometimes at WOT (or close to WOT) it doesn't seem to pull hard - i.e. not getting the HP. This seemed intermittent though as sometimes at WOT it pulls really good. When it didn't seem to pull, it didn't seem to want to get about 45-50mph. Didn't seem to be backfiring or anything, just didn't seem to be pulling like it should. So i brought it back and jumped on my 93 XLT SP and have fun the rest of the day. Figured I'd ask some questions on the forums.

Anyone have any ideas of what these two problems could be? Maybe they are related? Not sure...

Thanks in advance!

Need help diagnosing problems with 97 Indy 500

Help with Phazer

Gents, been a while since I've needed some help with my sleds. Anyhow, I just put my engine back in my late 80's phazer and need some help getting it fine tuned. My question is. Do I first screw my idle adjustment screw all the way down (closed) then adjust my throttle cable linkage and injector cable linkage? Then adjust the idle screw?

Help with Phazer

shop manual pdf for 1998 rmx

iso a downloadable service manual for a 1998 RMX indy trail with accp :dunno:

shop manual pdf for 1998 rmx

Where to Buy 9 Inch LED Tail Lights

I bought 1977 Artic Cat trailer the other night and would like to install some LED replacement lights. Does anyone know of a good place to find these? thanks

Where to Buy 9 Inch LED Tail Lights

97 venture rough running

Just picked up a vt600 from a friend, it sat for quite awhile then another buddy wanted to resurrect it so he changed the reeds and cleaned carbs then ran it. Ran terrible so he put stock size jets in it and it was better but when warm it would fall on its face, be rough like one cylinder went down, then come back into it. Lather, rinse, repeat. So he gave up, it sat last year, and because my friends all run cats or ski doos I decided I need it. It fired right up and ran with a jump pack and a shot of starting fluid, idles great, revs fine, but of course I can't really test drive it yet with no snow or frozen pond. They suspected the smart carb solenoids and I'm trying to find out about them but it seems to be a national secret and info is scarce. Will a dead or stuck solenoid cause this or is it a base carb problem? If it is a smart carb issue will regular old flat slides interchange easy enough or is that a whole other disaster?

97 venture rough running

2007 Polaris IQ CFI idle

Got the fist snowfall here I'm my area of Wisconsin, about 4.5in and I took out my new to me sled for its very first ride.. just installed new intake boots due to the old ones being recalled and ruined. After the sled was all warmed up, it had a pretty bad hanging idle. This happened during the summer right when I bought it but after I installed the new part I thought it would for sure go away.. after some time it will sometimes recover to idle but 9 times out of 10 it just hangs. Tps was just set and triple checked, new fuel, plugs, cleaned throttle bodies.. I'm thinking maybe injectors but I pulled them out and they look clean. Any input?

2007 Polaris IQ CFI idle

Zrt600

Does anyone know what the compression should be on a 98zrt600 triple I just did a test and was getting 90 psi in each cylinder my problem is I'm not getting vacuum for my fuel pump and wondering if I need to change my piston n rings

Zrt600

purchase Polaris XCR 1999

Any thoughts on this machine. The fellow says all redone 2000 miles on new motor. Looks good in all respects . Looks well ventilated. At 2000$ Canadian is it worth it? performance? Polaris XCR 800 1999. Thanks for any input.

purchase Polaris XCR 1999

Gearing of panther 370

Hi, sled work fine but clutch cant fully close because of lack of engine power. From the shop manual, the gears are 18 and 44.
The sled can hit 80 mph slightly downhill on ice without overreving the engine (7200 rpm) which is dumb so i suspect the gearing are not good for this engine.
The cam arms always wears at 3/4 of its lenght wathever the clutch setup i use, done the sharpee test and the clutch can close fully.
What gears should i change and do i must change the chain to top at around 65 mph with clutch fully closed?
Thanks guys:)

Gearing of panther 370

Another "no spark" thread

Ihave a 1988 Cheetah 500 fan cooled touring that I cannot get spark to work I am getting fire from the connector from engine to cdi unit. It is a three prong connector two male prongs and one female. Female has power coming out when recoil is pulled and the male prong with a red wire has power also when engine pull over and the black must be a ground. I ordered a new cdi and ignition coil too but still cannot get any spark at plugs . Does the four pin connector have anything to do with the fire issue as I think it is only for the headlights it has three female pins and one male pin .two female pins are yellow and one is brown and the other is black. Appreciate any help with this problem thanks in advance

Another "no spark" thread

2004 T660 N/A No Start

Hi all!

I've been out of the game for a bit but here goes;

I got a super deal on a 2004 T660(non turbo) Touring 4 stroke.

The good is that it's in very good cosmetic shape. No rips in the seat and the PO who was a "mature" adult took good care of it. Last season the clutch went out so he parked it and bought a brand new sled. He went out a few weeks ago to start this one and it was dead. He tried to jump the battery but nothing. He's not a mechanic so he sold it to me for practically nothing...so here's what I know so far.

I bought a new battery, charged it and installed it. I unhooked the ECU and fuse block and checked all fuses, relays and cleaned any of the wire harness connections I could get at. I have no power to the dash and it doesn't go into it's normal pre-start routine. It does prime the cylinders though. I actually had it running on ether for a few seconds so it's getting spark. If I prime it a few times it'll also sustain a little combustion on what little fuel is introduced into the cylinders.

I'm stumped. He stored it inside and never abused it so I'm not worried about that. All of the wiring looks good. No breaks that I can find.

Now, IF the ECU is bad, would I get even the little bit of priming action? I really don't know what else it could be at this point.

When I operate the kill switch I also hear the priming when the key is in the "Run" position.

Thanks in advance for any replies.

2004 T660 N/A No Start

Electric guru's help Phazer II

I am hooking up the wiring harness and have a few connections that don't seem to have a home.

Can anyone wage a guess what these three things are for and where I should connect them.


what does this wire do? comes off of magneto


help what do these do? where do they go?


hmm more electrical mystery... what is this for?

another shot of that same connection

Electric guru's help Phazer II

Yamaha Phazer II $100 sled project

Picked this up last week from some hippies on the top of a mountain here in Colorado.

My first sled and I like tinkering. He couldn't get it to start and didn't know what was wrong with it. He thought it was a spark plug wire or carb problem.

Pics of sled he sent me.
Stored outside under tarps



I tried to pull start it and the rope just stayed out after I pulled on it




wires hanging out everywhere, filled with pine needles and smelled like super old gas.


I offered $100 'cause I really didn't know if I wanted and he was happy to let it go.

Yamaha Phazer II $100 sled project

Chipped Piston and Engine Rebuild Opinions

I am tearing apart a 08 summit 800 engine for a new top end. There is a little chunk missing from the top of the piston and i am wondering if there is any way the shrapnel could've entered the crank case. I know that if the piston skirt blows apart it needs to be cleaned out, but this seems more specific to the top end. Do I need take the engine all the way apart and clean the bottom out or can i get away with just a top end rebuild. Honestly i should probably get down in there and re-grease the crank bearings and replace the seals because its a new sled to me and has 3000 miles on it but i want to know if top end only is even an option with this kind of damage.
Also the piston walls were scratched up. I'm assuming they need to be replaced but any opinions there would be appreciated as well.

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