Shocks on older Indy - Replacing old shocks started by bluke33
	October 10th 2009 at 3:20 PM Post #1
	bluke33 Starting Member 20 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 23rd 2006 Location: Chicago Current Sled: 1992 Polaris Indy 650 2008-2009 Miles: 0
	I am putting a new track on an 87 Indy 650 and was going to replace the rear shock as well. I know the stock suspension on these sleds arent the greatest, but there is definately something wrong with this one. When I get off the sled it comes back maybe an inch if that. I know it is supposed to have some sag but this seems excessive. It still has the original shock with 4,000 miles on it. The shock has resistance when I push it in but does not rebound so I am assuming it is bad. I was going to just put a hydraulic shock back on to save $ or is this a bad idea? Also, it appears that the front shock is froze up so I will be replacing those as well. Are there any tricks to this job or is it fairly simple? I havent really look into what is involved yet. The sled darts dangerously all over the trails but I am hoping new plastic skis, carbides, a new track, and repairing the suspension should help out. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Edit Topic

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	October 10th 2009 at 3:27 PM Post #2
	xcr440 Sundowners Trail Coordinator xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated. Updated Yesterday at 10:49 PM 12582 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 1st 2003 Location: St.Germain/Edgerton, Wisconsin, USA Current Sled: 03prox700/97xcr440 2008-2009 Miles: 610
	shocks stop the bounce, spring hold up and push the sled up. Those springs are shot. 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 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 11th 2009 at 8:27 PM Post #3
	JD Senior Member 3115 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 6th 2006 Location: North Dakota, USA Current Sled: '02 XC 500 SP 2008-2009 Miles: 1625
	A hydraulic shock will have to be pulled out, and will not rebound by itself. But, being 20+ years old, they probably need replacing. I would replace the shocks with the standard hydraulic shocks. The shocks are just held in with a bolt on each end. It will be easiest to remove the rear suspension to replace the shocks. You will need a spring compressor, or strong friend for the front track shock and front shocks. Be sure everything in the suspension is greased and moving freely. For the darting, check the toe and ski pressure. FYI, the Indy 650 did not come out until 1988. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 13th 2009 at 6:36 PM Post #4
	bluke33 Starting Member 20 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 23rd 2006 Location: Chicago Current Sled: 1992 Polaris Indy 650 2008-2009 Miles: 0
	Thanks for the tips. JD your right, it is an '87 but its a 600. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 14th 2009 at 1:20 AM Post #5
	simpleman Starting Member 3 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 11th 2009 Location: Lewis Co., N.Y. Current Sled: 94 Polaris Indy Trail 2008-2009 Miles: 200
	I would go right through the hole system and replace what ever looked bad or even thought was bad.Just remember if the new parts r cheap ur getting what u pay for!!! Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit