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Fall Preparation
- What are you doing with the sled?
started by KingPrat
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September 16th 2009 at 1:36 PM
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KingPrat
Destroyer of Trailers
KingPrat thinks that Shooter is one of the better movies from the last 5 years.
Updated Yesterday at 9:32 PM
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1032 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: September 13th 2008
Location: Saugerties, NY
Current Sled: 2000 Polaris XC 700 SP
2008-2009 Miles: 200
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Well boys, it's starting to get to that time of the year. Leaves are starting to turn, it's getting cool at night, daily highs around 65 degrees. Time to start thinking about registrations, trail passes, and of course, getting the sled ready for the season.
What projects do you have coming up, or started, to get your sled "snow ready?"
I just ordered 144 studs and tall nuts from johnmaster.net, which used to be Accord Racing. Lifetime bend and break warranty, 60* carbide tip. Doin 144 down the middle, got 48 double backers and 48 singles. This is the last part of my sled's transformation that I've been putting off for too long.
2000 XCSP 700: Edge rear suspension, 1.25 Ripsaw, 144 Accord Racing Warthog ZXP studs, Sportech Decals, Stripped Tunnel, 3" Riser, Gutted Airbox, Boyesen Rave Valves
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Group: Site Supporters
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September 16th 2009 at 1:52 PM
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KRSS144
Average Member
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782 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: July 31st 2007
Location: SPARTA, MI
Current Sled: 2000 XC 600 SP -its stock
2008-2009 Miles: 850
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I just finally put my carbs back on from cleaning them, emptied out and cleaned gas tank, testing with some gears this year, coolant flush,
I need to...
clean clutches
clean VES
send in all 4 of my shocks for rebuild
get carbides and install them
Installed electric start on the little ladies sxvenom, real easy...father in law bought her that for her birthday, droped the sled off and came back to help install it and he had it all done. Simple as that.
QUOTE(JeremyZ3 @ Jan 27 2009, 04:38 PM)
F*** YOU ATLEAST I AINT A JEWISH XC JUNK OWNING ASS F***ER
Goodwin Performance clutch kit,Boysen Reeds,1" Track,192 Stud Boys studs,Extra idler wheels,Thunder Products-extra air vents,SLP boost bottle,SLP Airhorn,Walker Evan rear Piggy Back shock,2 SLP Flow Right Intake,Rumble Pack can,PowerMadd 3" pivot riser w/6" riser block,custom made straight bar,PowerMadd handguards,PowerMadd SS extended throttle cable,RSI hand grips and SS brake line,hood vents yellow,Custom seat
04 SXVenom (Little ladies)
99 Banshee
Red Frame,.40 over Vitos Super Stock Piston Kit,Vitos Needles,
T5 pipes/silencers,Tusk nerf bars,K&N Air Filter,22" ITP Mud Lites
14/41 Gearing
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September 16th 2009 at 2:08 PM
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keeping them hidden until the shows and swaps are done. If I look at them now I might wonder why I have so many.
I've never had a ten But I've had 5 two's
GARAGE FULL OF WEDGIES
1998 XC 700
1998 XC 600
1998 XCF 440
1997 SKS 700
2003 Pro X oops thats an "edgie"
1976 tx 340
1972 colt 340
1974 John Deere 400
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September 16th 2009 at 2:14 PM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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368 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: March 12th 2009
Location: Derry, NH, USA
Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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This post is considered "no good" by the community with a rating of -14. View it anyways?
This topic has been discussed 100 times. go to the search forum and type in "pre season"
2005 Polaris Switchback 600: SlyDog PowderHound Ski's, SLP Air Box Mod, V-Force 3 Reeds, 144" track fully studded, Powermadd Pivot Riser and 4" block, Polaris Hand guards,
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September 16th 2009 at 2:28 PM
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KyleM800
New Member
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91 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: July 7th 2009
Current Sled: 2006 F7 Tony Stewart
2008-2009 Miles: 450
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Quote originally posted by sledfreak139
This topic has been discussed 100 times. go to the search forum and type in "pre season"
Hes asking what everyone is doing this year to their sleds, Just cause it has been discussed before doesn't mean you can't start a new thread, people don't do 144 studs, a new track and skis every year, things change over 12 months.
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September 16th 2009 at 2:44 PM
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tazzracing1
Junior Member
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124 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 14th 2009
Current Sled: 1998 ZR600 EFI
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Yep I get to do my studs next week. I have a bunch of little things to do yet.
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September 16th 2009 at 2:52 PM
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OhioPolarisKid
Advanced Member
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1155 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 22nd 2008
Location: Farmersville, Ohio, USA
Current Sled: 1999 Indy 500 XC SP
2008-2009 Miles: 1340
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Not a thing until probably after thanksgiving. Considering last year we never rode here until the end of January im in no hurry. But my list of things to do is clean and adjust the carbs, change chaincase oil and maybe gears, new voltage regulator, new headlight, adjust the suspension, new carbides, and maybe tear apart the clutch. I have a bad low end bog and only have lights every now and then, so it needs fixed. Plus it has terrible traction, both ends, and there are just a bunch of other little things i hate. Im really hoping to find a good deal on a sled this fall or maybe next year. There are just so many things i want to upgrade on my sled, but im not allowed and it will cost to much. I didnt make half the money i was hoping to this summer due to little to no work, so it really sucks right now.
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September 16th 2009 at 2:53 PM
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MX86
Powder Rider
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1640 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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65 degree's at night? hell today's high was only 60.... LOL
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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September 16th 2009 at 3:15 PM
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TRICKPaint
Paint that's good for your cranium
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2511 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: May 25th 2006
Location: Mount Vernon, OH, USA
Current Sled: '05 Renegade 600 HO-SDI
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Quote originally posted by KRSS144
I just finally put my carbs back on from cleaning them, emptied out and cleaned gas tank, testing with some gears this year, coolant flush,
I need to...
clean clutches
clean VES
send in all 4 of my shocks for rebuild
get carbides and install them
Installed electric start on the little ladies sxvenom, real easy...father in law bought her that for her birthday, droped the sled off and came back to help install it and he had it all done. Simple as that.
Who are you sending your shocks out to, and how much?
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September 16th 2009 at 3:35 PM
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mxz440kid
Junior Member
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124 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 22nd 2008
Location: Canada
Current Sled: 1999 mxz 600h.o.
2008-2009 Miles: 2350
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i gotta install my 6 inch risers, and throw on the trail can, and then regular suspension and carb maintenance.
the 6" billet risers look sweet, can sounds sick :D ready for winterrrr
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September 16th 2009 at 3:44 PM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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751 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 19th 2009
Location: East Otto, NY, USA
Current Sled: 98 Polaris Indy 500 Mod
2008-2009 Miles: 185
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Deciding on a extension or keeping 121 also complimenting on a 1.5 ripsaw or 1.5 intense by camoplast going to get RSI 15 degree bend installed which are nice because I can keep my stock bar console because they are flat so they might work with the handlebar console then going to buy my first set of hooks I plan having the 90 degree bends on both sides Also getting 6 or 4 inch pivot risers thrown on as well probably do all this stuff in November during deer season because we usually get a good amount deer season in my area last year we had snow all season except opening day lucky I got my doe on opening day because I did not see any thing else the rest of the season because we had a lot of powder during that time so that was fun to ride in LOL
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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September 16th 2009 at 4:40 PM
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DLM3
Starting Member
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32 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 10th 2008
Location: Piconning, MI
Current Sled: 1995 vmax 600
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Getting rid of the old vmax and getting something newer. lol
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September 16th 2009 at 7:01 PM
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PrtclMn001
Doin' the things a particle can...
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272 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 6th 2009
Location: Oneida, NY
Current Sled: '09 Arctic Cat T500
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my focus is on replacing all my gear :)
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September 16th 2009 at 11:47 PM
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xcr440
Sundowners Trail Coordinator
xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated.
Updated Yesterday at 10:49 PM
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12583 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 1st 2003
Location: St.Germain/Edgerton, Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 03prox700/97xcr440
2008-2009 Miles: 610
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I still have the new carve track to put on, new shaper bars for the C&a's, which I have to put back on, might polish the tunnel again. Thats about it for the pro x.
I have to remove all the ice picks from the 440 and put the trail studs in. Try to get the t-flow calibrated this year with the clutching dialed in. I just can't get it to work. WOrks fine for a few pulls and then won't pull top speed???
a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker
Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours!
"Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan
woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks.
2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains
1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow
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September 16th 2009 at 11:50 PM
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KingPrat
Destroyer of Trailers
KingPrat thinks that Shooter is one of the better movies from the last 5 years.
Updated Yesterday at 9:32 PM
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1032 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 13th 2008
Location: Saugerties, NY
Current Sled: 2000 Polaris XC 700 SP
2008-2009 Miles: 200
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^^^ Have you cleaned you clutches and checked your secondary??
2000 XCSP 700: Edge rear suspension, 1.25 Ripsaw, 144 Accord Racing Warthog ZXP studs, Sportech Decals, Stripped Tunnel, 3" Riser, Gutted Airbox, Boyesen Rave Valves
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September 17th 2009 at 12:00 AM
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bigrok
Oatty
bigrok is not looking forward to going back to "paradise".
Updated Tuesday at 11:59 AM
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1543 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 23rd 2006
Location: Kailua, HI, USA
Current Sled: NONE!! :(
2008-2009 Miles: 73
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Trying to get my sled sold. Lots of emails and calls but no lookers yet. 
I need big jugs on my sled, cuz my girl doesn't.
2007 Dodge Ram 2500
~5.9L CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL, auto, quad cab, short box, B&W gooseneck hitch, silencer ring MIA, torque tube baffles MIA, Smarty Jr POD, Aero Turbine 4040XL, ISSPRO gauges (boost, trans temp & EGT).....Wish list: 18"x9" XD Spy wheels, 33" tires, Smarty Sr, AFE Intake
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September 17th 2009 at 12:29 AM
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xcr440
Sundowners Trail Coordinator
xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated.
Updated Yesterday at 10:49 PM
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12583 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 1st 2003
Location: St.Germain/Edgerton, Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 03prox700/97xcr440
2008-2009 Miles: 610
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Quote originally posted by KingPrat
^^^ Have you cleaned you clutches and checked your secondary??
many times. I really think it is the 50-36s HSP helix, I never had these issues with the polaris R8.
Going to try a polaris orange spring this year.
a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker
Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours!
"Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan
woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks.
2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains
1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow
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September 17th 2009 at 7:59 AM
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KRSS144
Average Member
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782 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 31st 2007
Location: SPARTA, MI
Current Sled: 2000 XC 600 SP -its stock
2008-2009 Miles: 850
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Quote originally posted by TRICKPaint
Quote originally posted by KRSS144
I just finally put my carbs back on from cleaning them, emptied out and cleaned gas tank, testing with some gears this year, coolant flush,
I need to...
clean clutches
clean VES
send in all 4 of my shocks for rebuild
get carbides and install them
Installed electric start on the little ladies sxvenom, real easy...father in law bought her that for her birthday, droped the sled off and came back to help install it and he had it all done. Simple as that.
Who are you sending your shocks out to, and how much?
I was very happy with Jerry at JBShocks on the east side of MI. I remember paying $25/shock back when I got the sled but through a different company but they stopped doing shocks and like everthing else it goes up in price. Not sure what he charges today but worth every pennie and will do it right the first time. Plus he can set them up per your weight and riding style.
QUOTE(JeremyZ3 @ Jan 27 2009, 04:38 PM)
F*** YOU ATLEAST I AINT A JEWISH XC JUNK OWNING ASS F***ER
Goodwin Performance clutch kit,Boysen Reeds,1" Track,192 Stud Boys studs,Extra idler wheels,Thunder Products-extra air vents,SLP boost bottle,SLP Airhorn,Walker Evan rear Piggy Back shock,2 SLP Flow Right Intake,Rumble Pack can,PowerMadd 3" pivot riser w/6" riser block,custom made straight bar,PowerMadd handguards,PowerMadd SS extended throttle cable,RSI hand grips and SS brake line,hood vents yellow,Custom seat
04 SXVenom (Little ladies)
99 Banshee
Red Frame,.40 over Vitos Super Stock Piston Kit,Vitos Needles,
T5 pipes/silencers,Tusk nerf bars,K&N Air Filter,22" ITP Mud Lites
14/41 Gearing
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September 17th 2009 at 3:42 PM
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AKnarrowback
We have all received a bail out. Jesus paid our debt 2000 years ago.
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867 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: October 1st 2006
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA
Current Sled: 96 xlt rmk/sks
2008-2009 Miles: 16
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Bending the tunnel back straight. My last ride didn't end so well.
96 xlt sks/rmk. custom 5.5 inch riser on the bars, custom air intake, custom front shock mounts, custom oil feed channel in block to inner pto end bearing, primer (I hate chokes), custom = I made it myself
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September 17th 2009 at 3:50 PM
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KyleM800
New Member
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91 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 7th 2009
Current Sled: 2006 F7 Tony Stewart
2008-2009 Miles: 450
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Well atleast you got a sick pic out of the deal. As for me, I've gotta find a clean F7.
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September 17th 2009 at 4:20 PM
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KingPrat
Destroyer of Trailers
KingPrat thinks that Shooter is one of the better movies from the last 5 years.
Updated Yesterday at 9:32 PM
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1032 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 13th 2008
Location: Saugerties, NY
Current Sled: 2000 Polaris XC 700 SP
2008-2009 Miles: 200
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Quote originally posted by MX86
65 degree's at night? hell today's high was only 60.... LOL
65 degrees during the day! 40s at night!! Quote originally posted by AKnarrowback
Bending the tunnel back straight. My last ride didn't end so well.
Yikes! Did you hang on for that one??
2000 XCSP 700: Edge rear suspension, 1.25 Ripsaw, 144 Accord Racing Warthog ZXP studs, Sportech Decals, Stripped Tunnel, 3" Riser, Gutted Airbox, Boyesen Rave Valves
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September 17th 2009 at 6:04 PM
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AKnarrowback
We have all received a bail out. Jesus paid our debt 2000 years ago.
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867 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: October 1st 2006
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA
Current Sled: 96 xlt rmk/sks
2008-2009 Miles: 16
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I was on the brakes the whole time hoping the nose would drop, I was hanging on till the tail hit the dirt. I broke through the wind drift and hit the cut bank underneath on the take off and it kicked the nose staight up.
96 xlt sks/rmk. custom 5.5 inch riser on the bars, custom air intake, custom front shock mounts, custom oil feed channel in block to inner pto end bearing, primer (I hate chokes), custom = I made it myself
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September 17th 2009 at 7:07 PM
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kingofkings
argueing with idiots
kingofkings .
Updated Friday at 6:33 AM
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716 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 19th 2008
Location: Little Falls, MN, USA
Current Sled: 1998 ZL 500
2008-2009 Miles: 700+
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It has 80degrees here for the past week, will start cooling back down next week.
Put on a slightly used track with 1 3/8" lugs, new chaincase oil when track swap. Replaced seat cover( had giant rip from an accident last year) make sure everything is greased(well not "EVERYTHING") allready started her up and she sounds sweet. All she needs now is snow. Trail permit and registration are still good this year, will be last though then I will have to renew it.
-To ride or not to ride, what a stupid question!
-You should never judge a guy until you have walked a mile in his shoes, then you are a mile away and have his shoes
-Ice, snow, or grass, I'll still kick your ass.
-"And when he gets to Heaven, to St. Peter he will tell, one more soldier reporting Sir I have served my time in Hell"
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September 17th 2009 at 8:12 PM
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ClassicCat76
Vintage Sledhead
ClassicCat76 Sled day!
Updated Yesterday at 2:35 PM
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1391 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: June 2nd 2008
Location: Jordan, Minnesota, USA
Current Sled: '76 Arctic Cat Pantera
2008-2009 Miles: 450
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Replace old studs
Clean clutches/install new one. Oh yeah if I took the engine out do I need to realign the clutches?
Clean carb
Polish Rear Bumper
Touch up paint here and there
New hood straps. Contemplating four straps????
New head gaskets
Maybe some vents painted orange???
Some ideas I have.
Chop windshield
Custom riser
Custom drop brackets
Bigger carb
Gutted air box/filter relocation
Dual front shocks
Powdercoat skis
Ect ect
Alot to chew on and I need to really watch my money and prioritize for future purchases (*cough* newer sled *cough*) plus being already in debt so I don't expect to see much, ideas mostly.
'76 Pantera 5000 F/C Conversion
MODS to come! Newer sled first!
Dad's Sled: '94 580 EXT dropped two teeth
Old doesn't necessarily mean slow!!
Do what you can with what you got.
Give a man a fish he eats for a day, teach a man to fish he eats for a lifetime.
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September 18th 2009 at 7:52 AM
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FUSION900PA
Average Member
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942 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: October 20th 2005
Location: Edinburg, PA, USA
Current Sled: SNOW CHECK 09 D8 SP
2008-2009 Miles: 1100
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I just finished studding my sled with the same pattern using studboy studs and power tower nuts. I used a woody's template because it has 18 scratch line compared 12 on some other templates. I changed the gearcase oil and i'm in the process of greasing some suspension/idler bolts. I'm awaiting my turn to get my updated top end, head, remap and can. Obviously the sled has been clean for a while...
Quote originally posted by KingPrat
Well boys, it's starting to get to that time of the year. Leaves are starting to turn, it's getting cool at night, daily highs around 65 degrees. Time to start thinking about registrations, trail passes, and of course, getting the sled ready for the season.
What projects do you have coming up, or started, to get your sled "snow ready?"
I just ordered 144 studs and tall nuts from johnmaster.net, which used to be Accord Racing. Lifetime bend and break warranty, 60* carbide tip. Doin 144 down the middle, got 48 double backers and 48 singles. This is the last part of my sled's transformation that I've been putting off for too long.
"If you ain't first, you're last" Ricky Bobby
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