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The Official Pre Season Checklist!
- Listed is everything you should have to do to your sled and more!
started by sledfreak139
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September 16th 2009 at 3:16 PM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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367 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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The pre season tune up:
1. New spark plugs
2. New oil and fuel filter
3. Grease everything
4. Clean Power valves
5. Check/Replace chain case oil
6. Check chain case tension and adjust if necessary
7. Inspect/charge battery if it has one
8. Check/replace light bulbs
9. Check/replace Belt
10. Check/adjust track tension / alignment
11. Check/replace hyfax (sliders)
12. Check all rear suspension idler wheel bearings and replace if necessary
13. Check/replace Carbides
14. Carburetor Inspections:
a. Adjust choke plungers.
b. Adjust pilot air screws.
c. Synchronize carburetor slide valves at idle and off idle.
d. Adjust engine RPM.
e. Adjust throttle lever free play.
f. Synchronize oil pump lever.
g. Inspect Choke/ Throttle Cables.
h. Inspect vent lines for wear or kinking.
15. Clean primary clutch and inspect for excessive wear or cracks
16. Disassemble secondary clutch and clean and check buttons and clean the shaft
17. Check/Replace drive shaft bearing and Speedo key.
18. Check/Replace worn suspension components
19. Inspect starter recoil rope.
20. Check compression and record readings.
21. Check drive to driven clutch offset (belt removed).
22. Inspect rubber engine mounts.
23. Inspect fuel and oil tank vent lines/routing.
24. Brakes-Hydraulic
a. Check brake fluid.
b. Check for proper hose routing; Tightness of banjo blots and line fasteners.
c. Check for system fluid leaks.
d. Visually inspect pads for wear and damage or looseness.
e. Check the condition of brake disc.
25. Liquid cooled models:
a. Check coolant level and specific gravity.
b. Check water pump drive belt condition & deflection.
c. Check coolant hose, routing and clamps.
d. Inspect heat exchangers condition and fasteners.
e. Check coolant system for proper coolant circulation.
f. Replace recovery line filter.
g. Check coolant recovery line one way check valve
h. Pressure test cooling system
26. Fan cooled: inspect cooling fins and shrouds.
27. Check toe and front-end alignment.
28. Vacuum out anything that is not supposed to be under the hood such as leaves.
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 3:17 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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September 16th 2009 at 3:19 PM
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ClassicCat76
Vintage Sledhead
ClassicCat76 Sled day!
Updated About an hour ago
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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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Tnakns alot! Sounds like a lot of $$$ haha
'76 Pantera 5000 F/C Conversion
MODS to come! Newer sled first!
Dad's Sled: '94 580 EXT dropped two teeth
Old doesn't necessarily mean slow!!
Do what you can with what you got.
Give a man a fish he eats for a day, teach a man to fish he eats for a lifetime.
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September 16th 2009 at 3:20 PM
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mxz440kid
Junior Member
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124 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 22nd 2008
Location: Canada
Current Sled: 1999 mxz 600h.o.
2008-2009 Miles: 2350
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thats crazy, im not doing all that, but have fun
the 6" billet risers look sweet, can sounds sick :D ready for winterrrr
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September 16th 2009 at 3:58 PM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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367 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 12th 2009
Location: Derry, NH, USA
Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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Quote originally posted by KyleM800
You can't be serious....
Completely serious... 
Quote originally posted by ClassicCat76
Tnakns alot! Sounds like a lot of $$$ haha
You're welcome! its not too much money actually if you do it yourself. Most of the stuff listed is just inspections and if you find that it is bad you replace it.
Quote originally posted by mxz440kid
thats crazy, im not doing all that, but have fun
I LOVE working on snowmobiles!  I will be doing all of that so I thought I would share my list with the rest of the Fanatics
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 4:04 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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Yea I would just focus on the major stuff and call it a day
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 4:16 PM
[ Modified September 16th 2009 at 4:17 PM
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Quinlan
Department of Corrections
Quinlan is a little disappointed that he received HMK Highmark 4 boots instead of the Highmark Pros as he had anticipated...
Updated Yesterday at 6:19 PM
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9719 Posts 
Group: Moderators
Member Since: December 8th 2003
Location: Fargo, ND, USA
Current Sled: 06 SP 440/700, 98 ZR 600
2008-2009 Miles: 365
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Quote originally posted by KyleM800 You can't be serious.... Why? Yes, it seems like a lengthy list, but unless your sled is completely beat to hell, the stuff he has listed won't take much time. I'd say I cover the vast majority of that list every fall without even thinking twice about it. It's all part of the general up-keep of a sled, IMO. 
2006 Arctic Cat SnoPro 440/700 EFI
1998 Arctic Cat ZR 600 EFI Custom
1996 Ski-Doo FormulaIII 600
A mountain lion roaming the prairie found a bull, killed it and ate the entire bull. With a heavy belly, unable to walk, the lion laid in the tall grass moaning and roaring. Soon a hunter, attracted by the roaring, shot and killed the lion.
Moral: When you're full of bull, keep your mouth shut!
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September 16th 2009 at 4:31 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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Hey, I bouhgt all of mine used and it's a great place to start.
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September 16th 2009 at 5:16 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 Quinlan
Quote originally posted by KyleM800
You can't be serious....
Why? Yes, it seems like a lengthy list, but unless your sled is completely beat to hell, the stuff he has listed won't take much time. I'd say I cover the vast majority of that list every fall without even thinking twice about it. It's all part of the general up-keep of a sled, IMO.
Thats not the reason I said that, We are meticulous about our maintenance on all of our stuff. It was a comment he made on a post earlier saying there was 100 topics like this and to search for it, when this is the type of post he was talking about.
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September 16th 2009 at 6:56 PM
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firecatF5
SEARCHER and DESTROYER of feilds of white!
firecatF5 finally got a car.
Updated Monday at 8:41 PM
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2254 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: December 2nd 2007
Location: E. Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 F5
2008-2009 Miles: 908
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1. Have a clutch kit installed on my sled
2. Have all 4 shock rebuilt with heavier oil.
3.Clean out engine compartment.
4. Armor-all the seats and bellypans.
5. Wax 'er up real good.
6. New Protaper Contour bars with Carmichael bend.
7. Fly 5inch riser.
8. RSI snow camo gel wrap grips.
9. RSI hand warmers.
10. New(used) 1.375" Track.
11. Maybe polish the tunnel, belt cover, and exhaust pipe sheild.
12. Take off my handguards after new bars are on.
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September 16th 2009 at 6:58 PM
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sled_nutz
Junior Member
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114 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 9th 2007
Location: Alexandria, Minnesota, USA
Current Sled: 06 IQr 600
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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not to much to do really, just tighten up a few bolts......
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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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I just bought a brand new sled instead lol
(But I'll be doing all that stuff to my old sled as it applies)
Good post.
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September 16th 2009 at 7:39 PM
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Pharotek
Junior Member
Pharotek is getting tired of his green lawn! Let it snow already!
Updated Tuesday at 10:29 PM
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213 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 6th 2009
Location: corning, new york, USA
Current Sled: 01 600 xcsp edgex
2008-2009 Miles: 447
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Quote originally posted by Quinlan
Quote originally posted by KyleM800
You can't be serious....
Why? Yes, it seems like a lengthy list, but unless your sled is completely beat to hell, the stuff he has listed won't take much time. I'd say I cover the vast majority of that list every fall without even thinking twice about it. It's all part of the general up-keep of a sled, IMO.
I agree I do pretty much all of the stuff he listed each year. Good post all the idea's he listed are important and will save you from a break down on the trails. If you are looking your sled over and see something wrong FIX IT! This list is the same as taking your car in for yearly inspection some place's do 30 point inspections. Take care of your sled well and it will last long and take care of you!!
98 Indy 500-Wife's
01 XCsp 600 edgex-current
96 formula lll 600-sold after droping a cylinder for the second time
95 Indy 440 50yrs anniversary-sold(miss this sled)
74 Polaris Electra 340-sold
69 Massey Ferguson Ski Whiz 440-sold(got for bday when i was 14)
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September 16th 2009 at 8:03 PM
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KingPrat
Destroyer of Trailers
KingPrat just got back from New Hampshire. Plans for trips made!!!
Updated Thursday at 5:38 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 sledfreak139
This topic has been discussed 100 times. go to the search forum and type in "pre season"
Boy this topic comes up so often I'm surprised no one else has started one like this. Very creative and original.
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 1:16 AM
[ Modified September 17th 2009 at 1:17 AM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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367 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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haha yea, I made a list of everything I Do, and went through all the other posts to compile an even better more thorough list. All the other posts were saying "i do X Y and Z what else should I do?" I thought this would be easier for everyone. Hope this helps
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 17th 2009 at 1:34 AM
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ultrapsi
ALL ABOUT THE GO!!!!
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76 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 10th 2007
Location: payne, ohio, USA
Current Sled: 03 Edge X 800
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I like it!! I do most of this list every year and noticed that i have over looked somethings thanks. Good Post!!!
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September 17th 2009 at 7:05 AM
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Empire087
Dude wheres the snow?
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236 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 19th 2009
Location: Sault Ste Marie, Michigan
Current Sled: 2002 ZL 500
2008-2009 Miles: 475
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I've done most of that, just need to replace hyfax,
add some dot 3
Adjust idle speed(work in progress)
Lean out oil pump a hair
Possibly clean powervalves(I've run it for 2 minutes every week)
Everything else is good to go
02 ZL 500(apv)
91 jag afs 440
"if it snowed in the summer, I'd ride!"
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September 17th 2009 at 7:17 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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Nice list, it seems long but if you make it a all summer project or focus on one item a week wont take long at all.
But buying a new sled is an easier way to lol
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 7:59 AM
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NorthWestRider
Awaiting a winter of fun!
NorthWestRider Just finished the preseason prep and looking forward to a bit of snow.
Updated Last Monday at 11:01 AM
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307 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 25th 2006
Location: Schenectady, New York, USA
Current Sled: ZL 600 EFI SS
2008-2009 Miles: 465
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In my opinion if the sled is well kept it should take very little time. If your sled is old and slightly beat than the time you do spend on it will pay great dividends when you get out on the trail. In my mind it is a win win situation. nwr
1992 Arctic-Cat Wildcat 700
2002 ZL 600 EFI SS
2008 Triton Trailer
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September 17th 2009 at 8:26 AM
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Ugly_old_Poo_kid
techno-bumpkin
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1074 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 18th 2007
Location: Walworth, NY, USA
Current Sled: 05 Edge & Frankenstorm II
2008-2009 Miles: 165
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You forgot:
10 a inspect track for torn paddles, pulled out studs or cracks
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3 a grease everything
3 b grease everything
95 - Storm 800 - Modded - AKA: FrankenStorm - Totalled near 100mph at Tug Hill!
96 - XLT/SP with Storm 800 trip/trip and now EFI - FrankenStorm II lives...
95 - RXL -- Sale Pending --
05 - Edge 800 long track - Stayin' stock for now..
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It made me more compassionate, more empathetic, more nurturing...
I FEEL LIKE I'M TRAPPED IN MY OWN WORST NIGHTMARE!!!
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September 17th 2009 at 9:42 AM
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Empire087
Dude wheres the snow?
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236 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 19th 2009
Location: Sault Ste Marie, Michigan
Current Sled: 2002 ZL 500
2008-2009 Miles: 475
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Definetly, I greased it for the summer prevents rust.
02 ZL 500(apv)
91 jag afs 440
"if it snowed in the summer, I'd ride!"
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September 17th 2009 at 5:23 PM
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firecatF5
SEARCHER and DESTROYER of feilds of white!
firecatF5 finally got a car.
Updated Monday at 8:41 PM
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2254 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: December 2nd 2007
Location: E. Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 F5
2008-2009 Miles: 908
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I forgot to add that i also need to clean my power valves and grease it once more before winter and she should be ready to go!
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September 18th 2009 at 11:51 AM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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367 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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Quote originally posted by Empire087
Definetly, I greased it for the summer prevents rust.
Always grease it before storage! You would be surpised how much water comes out instead of grease. All that does it rot the insides of everything away! Keep up the good work
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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October 7th 2009 at 2:06 PM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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367 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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Everyone Finish their tune ups??
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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October 7th 2009 at 2:42 PM
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picman
Junior Member
picman is off to bag his buck. I hope. Skunked so far.
Updated Wednesday at 1:17 PM
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308 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 15th 2009
Location: Marinette, WI, USA
Current Sled: 1998 Polaris Ultra
2008-2009 Miles: 1145
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Nope, I have two monthes of storage to go. I do mine right after hunting season.
Find the line between respect and fear....then flirt with it
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