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Suspensions on: 2003 Polaris 600 Classic Touring
- How to make the suspension better??
started by sledfreak139
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September 21st 2009 at 11:29 PM
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sledfreak139
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Location: Derry, NH, USA
Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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I have a friend who asked me to work on his sleds. He has two 2003 Polaris 600 Classic Touring snowmobiles. The suspension on both of them isn't the greated. The problem is they don't sit high. You can lift up the rear and they stay up but once you sit on them they go down almost all the way.
I know on our m-10 suspension we make i so when you sit on it it goes half way down...
Please advise on anything and everything with these suspensions. I know quite a bit about them but I am still trying to learn everything I can about setting on suspension on sleds.
Thanks in advance!
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 22nd 2009 at 1:33 AM
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rsims16
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the suspension isnt going to sit all the high since it is a touring.Were the shocks adjusted to the rider? What I do like is back in 03 when I was riding my parents new Polaris 550 touring I loved the way that sled handled on the trail nice and smooth.
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September 22nd 2009 at 6:04 AM
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polaris1man
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I had an '03 touring 600 also, fully loaded, and heavy with the long track. Best option for you on that sled is to replace with Fox Shocks, Xtr12 is what I ended up putting into the skid, problem solved
Three-1999 Polaris SKS700's
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2007 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI X2
2000 Yamaha YZ 250
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September 22nd 2009 at 10:12 AM
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sledfreak139
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If I replace the torsion springs, will that do anything?
I haven't adjusted it for their weight mostly because I'm not sure how to. any suggestions?
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 22nd 2009 at 12:07 PM
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govnr
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Check the settings first it may not be set up correctly. Have they always sat like that? Does he have the owners manual for them if so they should have set up procedure. You can download set up procedure from team fast if they have the M-10 in them. The springs may need replaced if the preload settings are already cranked up if not you should be able to adjust torsion spring and adjust the rear shock angle foward to adjust the rear sag. Adjust a little and check because a little goes a long way on the M-10. You should end up with about 3 inches of sag with no weight on sled and more with rider on it also account for rider gear. Just adjust a little and check but dont crank settings all the way if you have to then replace the springs.
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September 22nd 2009 at 12:33 PM
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sledfreak139
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Location: Derry, NH, USA
Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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He bought the sleds at the end of last season. No M-10 suspension. Its a touring so it has a longer track, I forget what kind of suspension though. I would like to make the suspension not fall to the bottom when he sits on it lol. It's a touring so its supposed to hold 2 riders, but after he sits on it, its already mostly to the floor.
How can I test the shocks?
How can I Springs?
Any other suggestions?
Quote originally posted by govnr
Check the settings first it may not be set up correctly. Have they always sat like that? Does he have the owners manual for them if so they should have set up procedure. You can download set up procedure from team fast if they have the M-10 in them. The springs may need replaced if the preload settings are already cranked up if not you should be able to adjust torsion spring and adjust the rear shock angle foward to adjust the rear sag. Adjust a little and check because a little goes a long way on the M-10. You should end up with about 3 inches of sag with no weight on sled and more with rider on it also account for rider gear. Just adjust a little and check but dont crank settings all the way if you have to then replace the springs.
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 22nd 2009 at 3:01 PM
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govnr
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Is it the Edge ? As far as shocks look for leaks if none look at adjustment collar on shock should be able to turn them up some make sure torsion springs arent broke they are the main adjustment for ride height you should also be able to turn the block that the short end inside the skid sits on should have a head for a socket to fit on, tall end for stiffer make sure nothing is broken. The long track should be able to set up pretty stiff it had heavier torsion springs. Pulling the shock will be the only real way to check it you can bounce on the rear and feal for resistance but if shocks have never been serviced then maybe its time. Springs will sag in time and pulling and measuring them is about the only way too. Just adjust and check for broken parts
If it has been rode 2 up a lot your best bet would be to put new torsion springs on it they may be sagged out. Make sure if you go that route to get the heavy one made for the 2 up. Look under the hood there should be a decal that has set up for rear suspension including springs and the scissor stops based on load
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September 22nd 2009 at 3:53 PM
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sledfreak139
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Location: Derry, NH, USA
Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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You the man! I will give this a shot when he drops off his sleds. Thanks!
Quote originally posted by govnr
Is it the Edge ? As far as shocks look for leaks if none look at adjustment collar on shock should be able to turn them up some make sure torsion springs arent broke they are the main adjustment for ride height you should also be able to turn the block that the short end inside the skid sits on should have a head for a socket to fit on, tall end for stiffer make sure nothing is broken. The long track should be able to set up pretty stiff it had heavier torsion springs. Pulling the shock will be the only real way to check it you can bounce on the rear and feal for resistance but if shocks have never been serviced then maybe its time. Springs will sag in time and pulling and measuring them is about the only way too. Just adjust and check for broken parts
If it has been rode 2 up a lot your best bet would be to put new torsion springs on it they may be sagged out. Make sure if you go that route to get the heavy one made for the 2 up. Look under the hood there should be a decal that has set up for rear suspension including springs and the scissor stops based on load
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 22nd 2009 at 4:43 PM
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govnr
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There is actually 3 options for torsion springs based on weight load a .406 dia. a .421 dia and a .437 dia. just measure with a caliper to see which one is on the sled it may actually have the light spring and its just wore out. Kinda pricy about 80 bucks each depending on where you get it .
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September 22nd 2009 at 7:35 PM
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sledfreak139
Sled Junky
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Location: Derry, NH, USA
Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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Quote originally posted by govnr
There is actually 3 options for torsion springs based on weight load a .406 dia. a .421 dia and a .437 dia. just measure with a caliper to see which one is on the sled it may actually have the light spring and its just wore out. Kinda pricy about 80 bucks each depending on where you get it .
Im not paying for it so i dont care haha. He asked me to do a repair, and I'm going to do it right, when your cheap you get what you pay for.
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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