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POLARIS IQ 800
started by 3INAROWMAKEEMGO
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February 17th 2009 at 8:22 PM
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3INAROWMAKEEMGO
Starting Member
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20 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 23rd 2009
Location: burlington, ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 2002 Thundercat 1000
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ANYONE HOW THESE SLEDS PERFORM, HOW FAST
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Site Supporter
Group: Site Supporters
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February 17th 2009 at 8:27 PM
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scott240
Junior Member
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155 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: January 16th 2009
Location: Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 1998 Arctic Cat zr600 EFI
2008-2009 Miles: 200
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A quick google search would answer your question(s).
117mph on loose snow. Check out this video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=CA&hl=en...xP2wlgObjU
[1998 Arctic Cat zr600] * Powermadd riser * 96 Woodies * Sno-stuff Can * Ripsaw * Fox clicker shocks * Modified Cobra windscreen * Fishbone tunnel supports
[2003 Polaris Pro-X 440] * V-Force 3 reeds * Studded * Walker-Evans all around
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February 17th 2009 at 8:43 PM
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3INAROWMAKEEMGO
Starting Member
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20 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 23rd 2009
Location: burlington, ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 2002 Thundercat 1000
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Thanks, great video,man they are fast
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February 17th 2009 at 9:41 PM
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Polaristhewayout
Rider of sleds
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1008 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: November 25th 2008
Location: Webster, South Dakota
Current Sled: 02 pro-x 440, Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 100
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i heard they don't make the hp the factory says they do? they supposedly only make 144(definately enough) but are supposed to have 154
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February 18th 2009 at 12:44 AM
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ACEXLT
THREE FOR ALL
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5668 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: September 17th 2002
Location: Greenfield, WI, USA
Current Sled: '01 XCR 800
2008-2009 Miles: 1326
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That video is of a prototype sled which was rated at 157hp. Motor was detuned to 154hp for reliability. Dyno tested by Dynotech at only 147hp. Alot of people having bogging problems with them in mid-range and alot of them are blowing up. So, if you think your going to buy one and go 117mph, you are in for a big disappointment, like alot of other people who bought into the hype.
'01 XCR 800
'00 Indy Triumph
TRIPLES RULE!!
TWINS HAVE NO BALLS!!
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February 18th 2009 at 12:25 PM
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Quote originally posted by ACEXLT That video is of a prototype sled which was rated at 157hp. Motor was detuned to 154hp for reliability. Dyno tested by Dynotech at only 147hp. Alot of people having bogging problems with them in mid-range and alot of them are blowing up. So, if you think your going to buy one and go 117mph, you are in for a big disappointment, like alot of other people who bought into the hype. Have you ever ridden one? A lot of people seen to like to bash these and talk big with out ever actually ridding one. NOT saying you don't know what your talking about. It's just that there are people like that on here. Very annoying to have to listen to those kink of people. I own an 08 800. Given it is an RMK, so I can't speak for top speed, but my sled is simply stupid fast. Tops out at about 85 mph. But I never go that fast anyway, so it doesn't bother me that it's not a 120 MPH sled. The RMK pulls like no other sled I have ridden, stop on a flat field, and pin it, it'll stand that 155 on the bumper and hold it there. So with that said, I would like to try a short tracker 800. When these motors work, they really work well. Now the problems with the motors seem to be real, I know, as mine is also sitting at the dealer in need of a top end. They are starting to think it could be from a lack on oil that these things are blowing from, not the fuel map. As they are not melting down, they are all scoring on the exhaust port side. Every time, one side worse than the other. I hope they find a fix that works soon. It's all warranty, but whats warranty if you can't ride?
08 800 Dragon 155
-Fox floats up front
-Tri city bumper
-8" MMP riser
-Snow eliminators
-Tons of SLP vents
-Custom honey comb paint job
"DUDE TRUST ME I AM NOT THINKING ABOUT BUYING ONE OF THE DISGUSTING VOMIT CYCLES OF PUTRID DEATH STENCH OF DOOM".
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February 18th 2009 at 4:00 PM
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Polaristhewayout
Rider of sleds
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1008 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 25th 2008
Location: Webster, South Dakota
Current Sled: 02 pro-x 440, Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 100
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Quote originally posted by 600xc4me
Quote originally posted by ACEXLT
That video is of a prototype sled which was rated at 157hp.
Motor was detuned to 154hp for reliability.
Dyno tested by Dynotech at only 147hp.
Alot of people having bogging problems with them in mid-range
and alot of them are blowing up.
So, if you think your going to buy one and go 117mph, you are in for a big disappointment, like alot of other people who bought into the hype.
Have you ever ridden one? A lot of people seen to like to bash these and talk big with out ever actually ridding one. NOT saying you don't know what your talking about. It's just that there are people like that on here. Very annoying to have to listen to those kink of people. I own an 08 800. Given it is an RMK, so I can't speak for top speed, but my sled is simply stupid fast. Tops out at about 85 mph. But I never go that fast anyway, so it doesn't bother me that it's not a 120 MPH sled. The RMK pulls like no other sled I have ridden, stop on a flat field, and pin it, it'll stand that 155 on the bumper and hold it there. So with that said, I would like to try a short tracker 800. When these motors work, they really work well. Now the problems with the motors seem to be real, I know, as mine is also sitting at the dealer in need of a top end. They are starting to think it could be from a lack on oil that these things are blowing from, not the fuel map. As they are not melting down, they are all scoring on the exhaust port side. Every time, one side worse than the other. I hope they find a fix that works soon. It's all warranty, but whats warranty if you can't ride?
you're right... most people go on what they have read and not what they have experienced, I know I am guilty of doing this.
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February 18th 2009 at 4:53 PM
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Hutch_XLT
Weekend Warrior
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133 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: December 15th 2004
Location: Lake County, Illinois, USA
Current Sled: 1995 Polaris XLT
2008-2009 Miles: 200
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I have had some seat time on a 09 dragon 800 cfi which is my brother in laws, yes the sled pulls really hard and is fun to ride. With that being said he still has the mid-range stumble even after the re flash and his top end is not what one would expect it to be. There is a lot of good running new 800 cfi's out there,unfortunately there is a lot of problem sled's out there too. Polaris definitely has some work to do with their cfi/mapping.
If you check out the Polaris section on this site their is a few post about the new 800, and if you check out the Polaris IQ section at hcs it seems like it's every other post is a burned down dragon 800 or how their dragon 800 wont run right.
Some people will tell you its poor mapping, and that its to lean in the mid range and to rich on the top end, which the new re flash is suppose to help. It helped my brother in laws sled but not completely. Some people say its a heat issue or to much piston slop, etc. etc.
Is hard to believe Polaris has had so much issues with their larger bore cc sleds recently. The Fusion 900, the older xc800 crank problems and now their new 800cfi. Their 600 is rock solid and proven tough.it wont be long before even loyal Polaris owners will look to another brand when they want a larger bore sled.
I'm not bashing here at all and Polaris is still my brand of choice but i can also understand all the pissed off people that spent 9000 dollars on a sled and it wont run right from the factory,the snowmobile season is to short to have your new sled siting in the dealer for weeks at a time. Yes i know all the brands have their issues, and their will be problems with a new motor, but a little more R&D would be nice before a customer drops 9 grand on a new sled.
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February 18th 2009 at 5:02 PM
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Polaristhewayout
Rider of sleds
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1008 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 25th 2008
Location: Webster, South Dakota
Current Sled: 02 pro-x 440, Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 100
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if you spend 9 grand on a sled it better work right, and it should perform to 154,hp, not 147 or whatever it was. And if they can't make that without compromising reliability they should just say it only makes 147(but that will never happen)
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February 18th 2009 at 8:30 PM
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sledneck1978
HAIL CHASER
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2143 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 9th 2007
Location: Andover, MN
2008-2009 Miles: 875
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I guess I just got lucky because mine is strong like bull! No problems. Had it up to 104. If I ever need to go faster than that I'll buy a plane ticket.
"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)
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February 18th 2009 at 8:31 PM
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440_jag
450 horse ditch bannger
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1488 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 30th 2007
Location: Galesville, wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 2002 zr 500 cce
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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my friend has a 08 800 iq. he loves it. very fast. pull the skis up at 30 easy
2002 Zr 500 CCE
D&D pipe ported polished y 6 inch riser Acerbis Handguards Chrome winshield Pro-glider Rack Rsi pad Ripped graphics Fox snow pro shocks clickers
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February 18th 2009 at 8:54 PM
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sledneck1978
HAIL CHASER
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2143 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 9th 2007
Location: Andover, MN
2008-2009 Miles: 875
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Mine pops wheelies,hehe. This one I rode for about 100 feet but had to let off because of the upcoming forest.
Not trying to brag but who the hell can actually say they've given this sled a chance. Not many will do this.
"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)
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February 18th 2009 at 9:40 PM
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the_hog
Builder/Owner of a real MOD sled!
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1844 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 12th 2003
Location: Eastern MT/Western ND, USA
Current Sled: CMX/PSI Mod, 01 SRX
2008-2009 Miles: 14.5
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I wouldnt brag too much about that picture, my 8 year old heavy ass outdated triple can pull the skis just as good and do it with a supposed 14 less HP. And I paid 10K less for mine.
1200 WC coming soon
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February 18th 2009 at 9:46 PM
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pigboy
banned
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3107 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: December 23rd 2002
Location: hermantown, mn, USA
Current Sled: 1997 XLTsp
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^^ Well shoot, you took the words out of my mouth, "But you didn't pay $12k"
I reject your reality and substitute my own. 
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February 18th 2009 at 9:49 PM
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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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Yeah but you are awesome hog. I want to be just like you when I get big.
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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February 18th 2009 at 9:52 PM
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the_hog
Builder/Owner of a real MOD sled!
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1844 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 12th 2003
Location: Eastern MT/Western ND, USA
Current Sled: CMX/PSI Mod, 01 SRX
2008-2009 Miles: 14.5
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Guess I will edit my reply also since bigrok did. Must of realized how big of an ass he looked like.
1200 WC coming soon
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February 18th 2009 at 9:57 PM
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sledneck1978
HAIL CHASER
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2143 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 9th 2007
Location: Andover, MN
2008-2009 Miles: 875
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Quote originally posted by the_hog
I wouldnt brag too much about that picture, my 8 year old heavy ass outdated triple can pull the skis just as good and do it with a supposed 14 less HP. And I paid 10K less for mine.
That's why I said ,"not trying to brag" if you didn't notice 
Quote originally posted by pigboy
^^ Well shoot, you took the words out of my mouth, "But you didn't pay $12k"
Pigboy....you better just worry about yourself saucy!
"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)
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February 18th 2009 at 10:14 PM
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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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Quote originally posted by the_hog
Guess I will edit my reply also since bigrok did. Must of realized how big of an ass he looked like.
You are the  .
  
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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February 19th 2009 at 12:24 PM
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mmiller491
Adrenaline Junkie
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688 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: February 6th 2009
Location: Where ever the snow is, Michigan, USA
Current Sled: 1998 SRX 700 Triple
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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so its only the 800s with the problems? cause i plan on getting a 2010 600 IQ and ive had bad experiences with snowmobiles breaking down and i want a 100% reliable sled from the factory.
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February 19th 2009 at 12:42 PM
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CollinsP425
Starting Member
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1 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 6th 2009
Location: Potsdam, New York, USA
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I have a 09 800 dragon switchback and it runs great. I've had it to 111 but it also has a slp pipe and different weights and spring.
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February 19th 2009 at 3:20 PM
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Quote originally posted by mmiller491
so its only the 800s with the problems? cause i plan on getting a 2010 600 IQ and ive had bad experiences with snowmobiles breaking down and i want a 100% reliable sled from the factory.
Yeah it's the 800's. And a few 700's are also having issues. But not near to the point of the 800's. The 600 is a bullet proof motor.
Quote originally posted by sledneck1978
I guess I just got lucky because mine is strong like bull! No problems. Had it up to 104. If I ever need to go faster than that I'll buy a plane ticket.
How many miles do you have on yours? Most seem to run good till about 400 miles, give or take, and start blowing out, for most part, around 600 miles and up. That's what guys are reporting from snowest, mine also quit at 850 miles. Right around where most do.
08 800 Dragon 155
-Fox floats up front
-Tri city bumper
-8" MMP riser
-Snow eliminators
-Tons of SLP vents
-Custom honey comb paint job
"DUDE TRUST ME I AM NOT THINKING ABOUT BUYING ONE OF THE DISGUSTING VOMIT CYCLES OF PUTRID DEATH STENCH OF DOOM".
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February 19th 2009 at 6:08 PM
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mmiller491
Adrenaline Junkie
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688 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 6th 2009
Location: Where ever the snow is, Michigan, USA
Current Sled: 1998 SRX 700 Triple
2008-2009 Miles: 500
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sweet... yeah for the price i dont think anything can beat the IQ 600. has anyone seen any serious problems with the 600s? im sick of fixing a broken down snowmobile. this is the first season my snowmobile hasnt broke down (knock on wood) and im just getting sick of it. dont get me wrong, im a grease monkey and love fixing stuff, but its just to much money. i dont want to put money into fixing a sled, i want to put money into a sled to make it faster and stronger. is the 2010 IQ 600 right for me? im 6'4", 250 lbs. i dont want to spend more than 9000 dollars on a sled. i wouldnt mind getting one that is like a year or 2 old.
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February 20th 2009 at 6:59 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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948 on my D8 and running strong but i plan on pulling my exhuast valves to take a look at the cylinder and piston.
"If you ain't first, you're last" Ricky Bobby
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February 20th 2009 at 7:42 AM
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sledneck1978
HAIL CHASER
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2143 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 9th 2007
Location: Andover, MN
2008-2009 Miles: 875
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Quote originally posted by FUSION900PA
948 on my D8 and running strong but i plan on pulling my exhuast valves to take a look at the cylinder and piston.
Let me know what you find, I'm at about the same mileage as you, and like you, mine is running mint.
Quote originally posted by 600xc4me
Quote originally posted by mmiller491
so its only the 800s with the problems? cause i plan on getting a 2010 600 IQ and ive had bad experiences with snowmobiles breaking down and i want a 100% reliable sled from the factory.
Yeah it's the 800's. And a few 700's are also having issues. But not near to the point of the 800's. The 600 is a bullet proof motor.
Quote originally posted by sledneck1978
I guess I just got lucky because mine is strong like bull! No problems. Had it up to 104. If I ever need to go faster than that I'll buy a plane ticket.
How many miles do you have on yours? Most seem to run good till about 400 miles, give or take, and start blowing out, for most part, around 600 miles and up. That's what guys are reporting from snowest, mine also quit at 850 miles. Right around where most do.
I'm right at the "breaking point" apparently. I guess if it blows I'll have a new mill and I'll just put beefier pistons in it and whatever else I can do to make it stronger (I still say they're bad ass sleds)!
"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)
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February 20th 2009 at 11:32 AM
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Quote originally posted by sledneck1978
Quote originally posted by FUSION900PA
948 on my D8 and running strong but i plan on pulling my exhuast valves to take a look at the cylinder and piston.
Let me know what you find, I'm at about the same mileage as you, and like you, mine is running mint.
Quote originally posted by 600xc4me
Quote originally posted by mmiller491
so its only the 800s with the problems? cause i plan on getting a 2010 600 IQ and ive had bad experiences with snowmobiles breaking down and i want a 100% reliable sled from the factory.
Yeah it's the 800's. And a few 700's are also having issues. But not near to the point of the 800's. The 600 is a bullet proof motor.
Quote originally posted by sledneck1978
I guess I just got lucky because mine is strong like bull! No problems. Had it up to 104. If I ever need to go faster than that I'll buy a plane ticket.
How many miles do you have on yours? Most seem to run good till about 400 miles, give or take, and start blowing out, for most part, around 600 miles and up. That's what guys are reporting from snowest, mine also quit at 850 miles. Right around where most do.
I'm right at the "breaking point" apparently. I guess if it blows I'll have a new mill and I'll just put beefier pistons in it and whatever else I can do to make it stronger (I still say they're bad ass sleds)!
O ok, cool stuff, well for your sake I hope it keeps running mint for you. Can you do that? Put in non polaris pistons? Would that nt void your warranty?
08 800 Dragon 155
-Fox floats up front
-Tri city bumper
-8" MMP riser
-Snow eliminators
-Tons of SLP vents
-Custom honey comb paint job
"DUDE TRUST ME I AM NOT THINKING ABOUT BUYING ONE OF THE DISGUSTING VOMIT CYCLES OF PUTRID DEATH STENCH OF DOOM".
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