clutch upgrade - i want to put a new clutch in my sled started by polaris-07
	October 8th 2009 at 6:30 PM Post #1
	polaris-07 Starting Member 6 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 8th 2009 Current Sled: 02 700 xc
	Hey guys. I have been trying to find solutions to mod my sled. I want to get more speed out of the gate. I'd really like to be able to hit the throttle and get the skis off the ground. So i was thinking of getting a new clutch. Is that my best option for what i want? If so any suggestions? Im riding an 02 Polaris edge 700. Thanks Rating: 0 Quick Edit Edit Topic

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	October 8th 2009 at 9:24 PM Post #2
	bigwedgies Average Member 611 Posts Group: Members Member Since: November 2nd 2006 Location: lake city, pennsylvania
	??????? you dont need a NEW clutch you need to set your clutches up properly for the "mods" you have done to your sled and the riding style youre desiring Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 8th 2009 at 9:48 PM Post #3
	will_5 A.T.A.C. 752 Posts Group: Members Member Since: May 20th 2008 Location: Northwest Alaska, USA Current Sled: 2003 F7 2008-2009 Miles: 1000
	Im not too sure if you can get a clutch kit for your sled..you should be able to find clutch parts for sure though. Just tell the dealer if you want more bottom/top end and they should be able to hook you up with weights,springs,gears etc. If you REALLY want to spend the money on a new clutch...The majority of the Polaris guys I know go for the Comet clutch. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 9th 2009 at 8:21 PM Post #4
	polaris-07 Starting Member 6 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 8th 2009 Current Sled: 02 700 xc
	Ok guys thanks for the info. If a new clutch is not the answer, what is the best way to get some more speed out of the gate. I just want to get better acceleration Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 9th 2009 at 10:40 PM Post #5
	will_5 A.T.A.C. 752 Posts Group: Members Member Since: May 20th 2008 Location: Northwest Alaska, USA Current Sled: 2003 F7 2008-2009 Miles: 1000
	Bigger gears will help you with that. If you want to go all out...an exaust system will also help. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 10th 2009 at 8:57 AM Post #6
	polaris1man Average Member 738 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 22nd 2007 Location: Nashwauk, Minnesota, USA Current Sled: Polaris SKS700 2008-2009 Miles: not many
	Cheap? Then a bigger gear will do that. If you want to play a bit, then clutching with springs and helix Three-1999 Polaris SKS700's 2000 Polaris SKS700 2000 Polaris Ranger 6x6 2007 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI X2 2000 Yamaha YZ 250 1996 Yamaha WR250 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 10th 2009 at 9:51 AM Post #7
	sledneck1978 HAIL CHASER 2143 Posts Group: Members Member Since: August 9th 2007 Location: Andover, MN 2008-2009 Miles: 875
	I was going to say gears as well but you should be able to mess with the weights in your clutch to get that dialed in too. "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" (Wayne Gretzky) "Not everyone gets off to a great start, but you have to start to be great" (Zig Zigler) Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 10th 2009 at 11:48 AM Post #8
	Dman Average Member 528 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 13th 2004 Location: Shell Lake, WI Current Sled: 98 XC600's (2) 2008-2009 Miles: 150
	How about some studs? If you can't hook up, you won't get the skis off the ground. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 10th 2009 at 4:05 PM  [ Modified October 10th 2009 at 4:08 PM ] Post #9
	polaris-07 Starting Member 6 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 8th 2009 Current Sled: 02 700 xc
	I already have 144 studs in the track. So ok gears. What am i looking for? Where can i get them? PS i just started posting a few days ago and you all have been super helpful. Thanks so much Ok so here is an even better one. How about cleaning my existing clutches. I have never done it and im sure the previous owner did not either. How do i do that? I should probably start there. Getting into this stuff is the only thing i have not done on my sled. Not afraid to do it plus i have grease monkeys for friends Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 11th 2009 at 9:50 AM Post #10
	polarisrmk700 steep n' deep 58 Posts Group: Members Member Since: September 23rd 2009 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Current Sled: 2006 polaris rmk 700 144 2008-2009 Miles: 1300
	epi. makes 2 different types for diff riders and fairly cheap (279.00) best clutches in the world Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 14th 2009 at 4:59 PM Post #11
	polaris-07 Starting Member 6 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 8th 2009 Current Sled: 02 700 xc
	I checked out the EPI. looks sweet. Do i need the clutch puller. its an addition $50. Don't mind spending the money just not sure of i need it or not. The old clutches have not been cleaned ever to my knowledge. I am the 2nd owner. How much of an impact will that have without replacing. The sled has 3700 miles. Just want to know before i spend the money Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 14th 2009 at 5:22 PM Post #12
	Ugly_old_Poo_kid techno-bumpkin 1079 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 18th 2007 Location: Walworth, NY, USA Current Sled: 05 Edge & Frankenstorm II 2008-2009 Miles: 165
	Dang, clean the clutches!!!! LOL!!! Use clutch cleaner, or brake or carb cleaner, and a scotch brite pad, and scrub them like crazy.. After 3400 miles, they are glazed and you'll see a noticable difference by doing so. Next, get a hi-performance pipe, and re-jet properly for the temp you're running at. That should get you up in the air just fine. If you buy a clutch, you're going to need to tell them the weight and spring you want for it anyway, and for that you might as well just order the right springs and weights and redo your own clutch. 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.. --------------------------------------------- It made me more compassionate, more empathetic, more nurturing... I FEEL LIKE I'M TRAPPED IN MY OWN WORST NIGHTMARE!!! Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 14th 2009 at 6:38 PM Post #13
	polaris-07 Starting Member 6 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 8th 2009 Current Sled: 02 700 xc
	what do you recommend for a pipe. I am worried about the DB level cause i dont want to deal with the ticket. I ride on corridor 19 in nh and they love to sit there with there to radar and check db levels Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 14th 2009 at 9:35 PM  [ Modified October 14th 2009 at 9:36 PM ] Post #14
	Ugly_old_Poo_kid techno-bumpkin 1079 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 18th 2007 Location: Walworth, NY, USA Current Sled: 05 Edge & Frankenstorm II 2008-2009 Miles: 165
	Pipes really don't make a sled loud, they're just expansion chambers. Can's do, they are the mufflers.. As far as what and where to get it, you can get new ones from several places. Just pick one that matches you're riding style (racer/trail/etc..) and your budget. There's usually some used ones on ebay or the forums. 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.. --------------------------------------------- It made me more compassionate, more empathetic, more nurturing... I FEEL LIKE I'M TRAPPED IN MY OWN WORST NIGHTMARE!!! Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 14th 2009 at 10:09 PM Post #15
	ultrapsi ALL ABOUT THE GO!!!! 76 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 10th 2007 Location: payne, ohio, USA Current Sled: 03 Edge X 800
	SLP makes a pipe for your stock can. which keeps it at stock sound levels but adds HP www.startinglineproduct.com Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit