05 vector clutch

[jlparker77]

I just picked up a 05 vector mountain with 3000 miles. I got a good deal on it, but the primary clutch is actually broken. Is this my gut says this is too bad to use. What do you think? What are my options. I do have a comet 108 hanging out that is in good shape. Is it worth using? All three towers are broken similar to this.

 

[Turk]

You just need a new moveable shive. Don,t use the clutch like that. It might last a while but it also could go right away & cause a lot more damage.
Not worth the risk for a $100 part.

 

[jlparker77]

actually locally its a 238 dollar part. That plus the 270 dollar tune up kit and maybe some weights is a little rich for me. Thats why I am considering the 108. It can be re-weighted and a new spring for as low as $50.

 

[Turk]

I have seen good used 4 stroke primaries sell for $200. Looks like you blew a belt & it just caught the corner. I have seen a few go right at that point.

 

[jlparker77]

yeah, it does look like that is what happened. what range of years can I look for to salvage parts from? maybe I can find a used moveable sheave. I just need to figure out my options. The last yamaha clutch i bought used off ebay was "in good shape" but was completely unusable. so I am leery of that. you have not said anything about the comet clutch, has anyone ever used one on a new four stroke?

 

[Turk]

Stick with the yamaha clutch. A primary off any 4 stroke sled will work. If your using aftermarket weights then a 2 stroke primary will be fine.

 

[jlparker77]

can you tell me why not to use the comet? every where I have read people say don't use it, but no one can give a reason.

 

[Turk]

It,s a cheap piece of equipment. The bushings wear out very quickly. The yammie primary with proper clutching lasts allmost forever.

 

[jlparker77]

ok, but there is no physical reason, like improper offset? bore or taper difference? sheave angle? i know it's not a double overdrive like the yamaha, so I will lose like 7% or so of my top gear, but I am ok with that. I have owned 4 different yamaha sleds. No primary has lasted over 3000 miles. I don't know why, but it has been like that for me. I am just not enthused about sinking $700 into a repair job on a $2500 sled.
what about a p85 polaris clutch? I have access to a whole pile of those.

 

[Turk]

p85 wide roller triple clutch will work. If your clutches are failing the calibration is off causing heat & then come the issues.

 

[jlparker77]

What do you mean when you say "triple" clutch?

 

[Turk]

triple means polaris triple....as in a 3 cylinder polaris...as in not a twin..as in not a 2 cylinder model.