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So I had to replace all the fluid in my brake system on my 2010 Vector this year. I had to fill the reservoir and let the fluid settle before any would come out the bleeder. I pumped a few times and held, bled one side, pumped, the other, back and forth and a lot of fluid was ran through but...

Well, I picked up a 2012 Apex XTX this year with 7k miles in pristine condition. Kept indoors in heated garage. I've had a 2010 Vector LTX, my first sled, for three seasons. I just wanted to write a post to add information to this forum if someone is looking at an XTX in the future as searching...

Hello! I have read every page of every thread on using the white-white spring, putting 4mm washers on the secondary mounting posts, Thunder Products orange, and people using a Dalton helix to prevent spring binding and allow full shift out. Nothing was really conclusive. I know it all depends on...

Might anyone know the part numbers from this list for the side panel decals on a 2010 Vector red? Having a bit of trouble deciphering and there are no photos online. Trees on tight trails and a forest road break away that end-overed me was not kind to my sled's outer parts last year...

Hello! Thanks again for this amazing forum. I bought a pristine 2012 Apex XTX this week and have my Vector LTX stripped down for some maintenance at over 17k miles. 1. What is the best way to change out the extrovert drivers on a 2010 Vector LTX? I am about 1mm above the wear limit and have...

This may stir things up a bit. I ordered two 8DN belts and received 8CHs for my 2010 Vector LTX. I've been running it after adjusting the deflection and the sled is running awesome. I know it is a softer compound, so it slips less. It pulls noticeably harder. RPMs don't seem affected idling or...

Hello! Happy New Year! I am looking to refresh my primary sheave on my 2010 Vector LTX. What part numbers should I order? Happy trails! https://www.babbittsonline.com/oemparts/a/yam/5003c8aef8700212fc843622/primary-sheave

Just a few shots of tonight (this morning) in Presque Isle, Wisconsin :sled1:How does my idle sound? I love the smooth operation of the soft start spring and the tame facade it puts on :) https://photos.app.goo.gl/VfwGErouEtCwJp9N6

Hello! About that time of year! My Vector's secondary fixed sheave is damaged from failed buttons. The metal has been shaved down where the buttons go on. The part is no longer available from Yamaha. The 2011+ Vector has a part number of 8CR-17660-30-00 compared to the 2010's part number...

Hello...I am interested in dialing in a bit more track slide in the corners to get a better turning angle. I have the sled setup according to Catman's recommendations except the limiter strap is a bit tighter. I am running aggressive snow trackers, 13mm sway bar, and a pre-studded 1.25 track...

Hi everyone. I caused a short circuit and I believe I have blown my starter. The battery and starter relay appear to be good. I see starter removal procedures for the pre-2010 sleds and for Vipers but not for the 2010 with the smaller oil filter access panel. I believe I will have to loosen the...

Hey everyone...My Vector doesn't have upper bogey wheels. I have no idea why. It has in place the parts below. The wheel is the one I just purchased to put them back on the sled but it doesn't fit using the parts below. I was trying to find a pic of 'Bracket 7' (8JB-47419-00-00) to see if that...

Hello, Thanks for all the great advice for jackshaft and driveshaft maintenance! My sled has over 9k miles on it now after a solid 4500 mile season last year, and I am putting on an Ice Attak XT this season. I figured I would replace the drive and jackshaft bearings and seals with Yamaha ones...

Hello all, While tightening some problematic studs today I noticed both my track adjuster bolt completely gone. The axle is tightened to 54ft/lb and the lock nuts were tightened as hard as I could with a wrench. Is thread locker required? It is causing no operational issues such as ratcheting...

Hey guys! Pointless post kinda but...I just want to report that the Vector blew away my friends' Ski-Doo MXZ 600 HOs this weekend on Lake Gogebic. Fun day at the Moonshiners Radar Run. I had to delay my start for them to be able to have an even start being they couldn't hook up nearly as well...

Hey everyone! I am in the process of attempting to fix a belt blowing issue which has happened after high speed rail grade runs and just yesterday in a foot or two of powder. The clutches are hot to touch right as I open the cover to change the belt in 5 degree weather. It looks like my belt is...

Hello everyone! My front inner idler wheels are torn up along with the top slides (have no idea of the name other than the Yamaha name is "Slider 1"). I am thinking it may be caused by a stud backing. I will replace these wheels and monitor their condition. Maybe some studs need to be...

Hey all... I have been exploring the Western UP and Northern WI from my home in Presque Isle this year. I went to Superior Falls, Saxon Falls, Bond Falls, Agate Falls, Lake of the Clouds, Lake Gogebic so far. I've spend a lot of time on forest roads and the main rail grade trails. I am...

Hi guys! I am sledding alone right now as my buddy had to go South for a week or so. I can't just not sled but I welcome any others. I am in Presque Isle, WI and am thinking of cutting up the forest roads to 2E then onto Bond and Agate falls then back on the East side of Lake Gogebic. Anyone...

Friendly reminder to clean and change your belts! I just bought my sled a month ago with 5k miles and just got around to the last item...The clutch belt. Maybe I should have touched it sooner. It looked fine with a slight glazing. I noticed the sled didn't seem quite as fast as it should be and...