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THE SKS POST
- Post up your SKS, help me with my problems, and ask yours
started by tdgbigfoot
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March 30th 2009 at 9:32 AM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Ok, im done riding for the year. My 99 sks is at my garage, and i want to have this thing really nice by the time snow first touches down again, and i have a couple other sleds to work on. Im asking for all comments and suggestions on your SKS'! here's some of my issues i need help with.
What should i do to this sled- i have no more than 500 dollars to spend. I need help with knowing what type of clutching to buy- i went over this once on here, and got lost. Any thing else- pipes, powerpacks, reeds, etc. Tell me anything you've done, or think would be good.
how do i gut an airbox, and should i do it with this sled?
I need help fixing the big problem with this- i have two posts on this thing, and nobody has given the right comment yet. I have a ticking sound coming from the engine, the temp light comes on, and the exhaust pipe smokes like crazy- all after about a minute of riding. What should i check- the thermostat opens, the water pump is operatable, and the sled gives out it's normal performance.
Smaller problem- put on handwarmers, and rpm gauge goes to zero while sled runs fine.
I have ryde effex shocks in the front, fox racing in the back- how do i check what exact type they are?
I would appreciate any input i can get, not just on these things but anything- Make this the SKS post!
 1999 SKS 700  1999 SKS 700  SKS 700
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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March 30th 2009 at 9:48 AM
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MX86
Powder Rider
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1642 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 1st 2007
Location: Nashwauk, Minnesota, USA
Current Sled: 1999 polaris 700 SKS mod
2008-2009 Miles: not enough
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SLP Black/Red Primary spring
10-60 or 62 weights depending on elevation
40-50/34 Secondary helix
Silver/Blue stock spring in hole #2
Stock gearing.
Shave the head .10 and run SLP Pipe/Silencer
Jetting is 200/205 at 1500 feet
Drop Piolt's 1 size
2006 Yamaha YZ250
KYB SSS Suspension w/ Race Tech G2 gold Valve, ASV F3 levers, Tag Metals Triple clamp w/Pro Taper Bars, IMS Pro Series Pegs, Motion Pro Twist Throttle Assembly, VF3 Reeds
Thanks to my newest 09 Sponsors:
Gravity Worx Racing
Duner Central
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March 30th 2009 at 12:18 PM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Can you give me a price range for that..... and be gentle?.. lol
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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March 31st 2009 at 12:11 PM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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CAn anyone tell me how to identify my exact suspension that is setup on this?
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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March 31st 2009 at 12:24 PM
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dtmmil
Senior Member
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3188 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: January 27th 2007
Location: Hawley, MN, USA
Current Sled: 99 xc700
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I believe its a 136 xtra 10 isn't it.
Clutched
Jetted, boyesen reed petals, boost bottle, 98xc carbs slides, 1371 needles, gutted air box
Homeade 7 1/2" riser
Homeade suspension drop brackets
shortened and blackened windshield
powermadd handguards
144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track
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March 31st 2009 at 12:34 PM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Yeah, sorry i know that, i meant the shocks front and back. I know it's ryde fx in the front, fox racing in the back, and wondering what the exact models are, i guess. .... Just wondering how good it is.
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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March 31st 2009 at 4:12 PM
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Quote originally posted by MX86
SLP Black/Red Primary spring
10-60 or 62 weights depending on elevation
40-50/34 Secondary helix
Silver/Blue stock spring in hole #2
Stock gearing.
Shave the head .10 and run SLP Pipe/Silencer
Jetting is 200/205 at 1500 feet
Drop Piolt's 1 size
do all that and you'll only get a mild butt whoopin from an ultra!!
General in the Anti-Catsdouche06 army, saving the world from stupidity and inbreeding!
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March 31st 2009 at 7:56 PM
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1SethW
Im not Judging... I'm just sayin
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132 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: January 15th 2009
Location: Wahkon, Minnesota, USA
Current Sled: 2002 Edge X 700
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Quote originally posted by tdgbigfoot
Ok, im done riding for the year. My 99 sks is at my garage, and i want to have this thing really nice by the time snow first touches down again, and i have a couple other sleds to work on. Im asking for all comments and suggestions on your SKS'! here's some of my issues i need help with.
What should i do to this sled- i have no more than 500 dollars to spend. I need help with knowing what type of clutching to buy- i went over this once on here, and got lost. Any thing else- pipes, powerpacks, reeds, etc. Tell me anything you've done, or think would be good.
how do i gut an airbox, and should i do it with this sled?
I need help fixing the big problem with this- i have two posts on this thing, and nobody has given the right comment yet. I have a ticking sound coming from the engine, the temp light comes on, and the exhaust pipe smokes like crazy- all after about a minute of riding. What should i check- the thermostat opens, the water pump is operatable, and the sled gives out it's normal performance.
Smaller problem- put on handwarmers, and rpm gauge goes to zero while sled runs fine.
I have ryde effex shocks in the front, fox racing in the back- how do i check what exact type they are?
I would appreciate any input i can get, not just on these things but anything- Make this the SKS post!
1999 SKS 700 1999 SKS 700 SKS 700 I suggest reeds and a can for starters and possipbly a pipe! Any used will do if you are on a budget! though if you by reeds I always get new peddles in case! I suggest leaving the airbox alone! And if you arent to far away I have a few rpm gauges layin around! and the clicking sound could be the water pump belt or possibly a bearing? you should puul your motor and look it over for cracks etc. and burp the cooling sytem! any questions just PM me!
Thanks,
Seth W
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March 31st 2009 at 9:29 PM
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xcindy500
Junior Member
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291 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 6th 2007
Location: Carman, Manitoba, Canada
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700
2008-2009 Miles: 999.9
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Well i just got a SLP single pipe and can for a hundred bucks. I thought that wasn't to bad. If you look you could find some deals around for that kinda of stuff. I am thinking about some reeds cause my stock ones are not so good anymore. That is all for the upgrading i think. I am looking into putting a 144 suspension and track form a 03 SKS but we will see how that works out. As for the sounds i would check the water pump belt, something is wrong in their. Good luck with your SKS, I love mine.
1999 Polaris SKS 700 136"
Arctic FX Graphics
Powermadd bars
Powermadd hand guards
6" riser
PPP can
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April 1st 2009 at 9:23 AM
[ Modified April 1st 2009 at 9:25 AM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Quote originally posted by 1SethW
Quote originally posted by tdgbigfoot
Ok, im done riding for the year. My 99 sks is at my garage, and i want to have this thing really nice by the time snow first touches down again, and i have a couple other sleds to work on. Im asking for all comments and suggestions on your SKS'! here's some of my issues i need help with.
What should i do to this sled- i have no more than 500 dollars to spend. I need help with knowing what type of clutching to buy- i went over this once on here, and got lost. Any thing else- pipes, powerpacks, reeds, etc. Tell me anything you've done, or think would be good.
how do i gut an airbox, and should i do it with this sled?
I need help fixing the big problem with this- i have two posts on this thing, and nobody has given the right comment yet. I have a ticking sound coming from the engine, the temp light comes on, and the exhaust pipe smokes like crazy- all after about a minute of riding. What should i check- the thermostat opens, the water pump is operatable, and the sled gives out it's normal performance.
Smaller problem- put on handwarmers, and rpm gauge goes to zero while sled runs fine.
I have ryde effex shocks in the front, fox racing in the back- how do i check what exact type they are?
I would appreciate any input i can get, not just on these things but anything- Make this the SKS post!
1999 SKS 700 1999 SKS 700 SKS 700 I suggest reeds and a can for starters and possipbly a pipe! Any used will do if you are on a budget! though if you by reeds I always get new peddles in case! I suggest leaving the airbox alone! And if you arent to far away I have a few rpm gauges layin around! and the clicking sound could be the water pump belt or possibly a bearing? you should puul your motor and look it over for cracks etc. and burp the cooling sytem! any questions just PM me!
Quote originally posted by xcindy500
Well i just got a SLP single pipe and can for a hundred bucks. I thought that wasn't to bad. If you look you could find some deals around for that kinda of stuff. I am thinking about some reeds cause my stock ones are not so good anymore. That is all for the upgrading i think. I am looking into putting a 144 suspension and track form a 03 SKS but we will see how that works out. As for the sounds i would check the water pump belt, something is wrong in their. Good luck with your SKS, I love mine.
My thanks to both of you, i willlet you know what is up.
And i truly adore my sks too, they are rockets that CAN KICK ANY ULTRA!
just poking fun.
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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April 1st 2009 at 7:19 PM
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xc600rmk
Friend of Fast
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2059 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 27th 2007
Location: Albion, NY, USA
Current Sled: 04 Pro-X 600,98XC600rmk
2008-2009 Miles: 1,700ish
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powerpacks,boost bottle,clutch kit,jet it down,and get a fox for the front part of the rear suspension,and a new seat cover and your 500 bucks is spent.Simple reliable mods and you will notice a gain in performance.
*04 Pro-X 600-A few mods,and go-fast parts.......136" x 1.25" this winter
*98 XC600 and some RMK add ons-The sons ride this winter
*98 XCR440 and some SKS add ons------SOLD :-(
*83 Polaris Star 250
*90 Yamaha Exciter---Wanna trade even up for an Indy Trail,Or any Indy of equal Value!!
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April 1st 2009 at 9:15 PM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Got the fox shocks and the boost bottle, tho i have heard bad things about them(bottle).
Does anyone know about how much that clutch kit would cost- that would be first.
Can somone also explain the whole thing about jetting- i don't know a thing about it
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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April 1st 2009 at 9:47 PM
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xc600rmk
Friend of Fast
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2059 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 27th 2007
Location: Albion, NY, USA
Current Sled: 04 Pro-X 600,98XC600rmk
2008-2009 Miles: 1,700ish
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get an SLP boost bottle,8000 miles on mine and not probs,the power packs will make a huge difference,as with the boost bottles You have to stay away from the aluminum ones or ones with plug holders, they tend to damage boots.A clutch kit from like slp or hot seat will run a couple hundred,but worth the gains you will get IMO.And if you have stock jetting you can go down 2 sizes without any ill effects.I went 2 down on my xc6 and its still a lil rich,but its safe on really cold days.Jetting down reduces the fuel and lets more air in,just think of it like a car that has the choke messed up on,how it smokes and loads up cuz its gettin too much fuel and less air,open the choke let in more air and it runs great.You can pipe it also id go with a single pipe set up,but then you will have to jet and clutch as per the pipe manufacturers specs,which with SLP and hotseat they can help you out with the whole kit and kaboodle,and if ya have extra cash get a set of heads also.When ordering any part ask to talk to a tech so they can get you goin in the right and safe direction.And as with any engine mod you will more than likely need to run 91 or higher octane fuel,and if its not accesable to you on the trails you have to consider that,because a tank of low grade gas can damage the engine fast.
*04 Pro-X 600-A few mods,and go-fast parts.......136" x 1.25" this winter
*98 XC600 and some RMK add ons-The sons ride this winter
*98 XCR440 and some SKS add ons------SOLD :-(
*83 Polaris Star 250
*90 Yamaha Exciter---Wanna trade even up for an Indy Trail,Or any Indy of equal Value!!
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April 1st 2009 at 10:35 PM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Right, thanks a ton for the great info! i do already have that bottle, and ill get the packs and clutch kit. What exactly do i do to jet it down- change soemthing, or buy something different?
thanks again for the great info!
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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April 1st 2009 at 11:05 PM
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dtmmil
Senior Member
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3188 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 27th 2007
Location: Hawley, MN, USA
Current Sled: 99 xc700
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Change your jets, like go from 190 to say 185, depends on what you have now, your temps you run in, and elevation. I am at about 800ft, I have run 180-185 to -10 or so. On the 99xc not sure about the sks, the jets are staggered, so I run 2 different size jets.
Clutched
Jetted, boyesen reed petals, boost bottle, 98xc carbs slides, 1371 needles, gutted air box
Homeade 7 1/2" riser
Homeade suspension drop brackets
shortened and blackened windshield
powermadd handguards
144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track
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April 13th 2009 at 8:28 AM
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tdgbigfoot
Certified sledaholic
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1287 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 12th 2008
Location: Albany, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Can someone explain jetting- i don't know anything about it!
2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo
1969 Corvette 350
2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies
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