Recent content by sxr101

I checked the gaps on the vertical and horizontal adjuster bolts per the service manual. I also made sure the lock nuts were tight. I did not specifically check the bolt that attaches the linkage to the chain case. The sled is at the dealership. I'll post the results of their investigation...

On 3 occasions I've experienced a loud bang when going in reverse. I stop the sled immediately. The sled feels like it locked or bound at that point. But I'm too chicken to rev it and try again to know for sure. I put the lever back in the forward position and it runs and moves forward just...

X-caliber is an actual ski .. i think. I believe Super Sled was referring to this product: http://www.caliberproductsinc.com/snow.htm

Thanks for the suggestions! I need to load from almost a dead stop and a tilt trailer has a pretty steep angle. So I need the least resistance possible. The bed liner option sounds promising. I saw that option searching the forum. The 2x2's I have in the shop ;) Super Sled, I here what...

Looking for advise. I'm having issues with belt burn/slippage when loading on a tilt trailer. The trailer has low profile ski guards screwed to the deck, but it seems the 600+ lb apex is a touch heavy and the 6" carbides are biting, even with the plastic deck guides. I'm wondering if the...

thksnow, You make a great point and definitely worth consideration for those thinking of trying this. However, I have a rear heat exchanger. I didn't think drilling into the tunnel extension was an option. I only use the trunk bags several times a winter, so for the casual user this might...

Just a follow up..... Warning: Be careful not to over tighten the bolts. The receiving nut/spring is inset into the taillight bracket which could be plastic. Over torquing could cause the taillight bracket to crack. Does anyone know for sure if the taillight bracket #26 below is...

Apex Premium combination trunk bag mod I bought a set of Yamaha premium combination luggage bags (tank/trunk) for my 2009 apex ltx long track. As others have mentioned here, the straps on the trunk bag are too short for long tracks. Some folks have sewn on strap extensions.. Others have...