Swiss Sledder
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Thanks for taking the time to write it up donbarb. I posted your instructions in the FAQ section here www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=28599
SIMMER
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Hey Matt....did I read somewhere that your lower bearing inside your chaincase went out on you during a ride?
That happened to me on my last ride out....what a PITA...I wonder how common that is? I don't have alot of miles but my dealer (who is VERY good) said that is not a common problem to have.
That happened to me on my last ride out....what a PITA...I wonder how common that is? I don't have alot of miles but my dealer (who is VERY good) said that is not a common problem to have.
Swiss Sledder
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Yep, that is exactly what happened John. Really surprised me because I service it each fall after the jackshaft problems that occured on the 03 models. It was chewed up pretty good. Didn't take long to fix and I was only about 500 meters from the cabin when it occured.
SIMMER
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Swiss Sledder said:
Mine was shot as well but luckily I heard and felt it go at about 60MPH and stopped immediately. I was stranded and had to call a tow-truck. Not much you can do because towing puts added stress on the bearing as well. Luckily I was near an old logging road and managed to get the truck to me.
It ended up costing me $600 (CDN) but I had the dealer replace ALL 5 bearings related to the drivetrain just to be safe. It really only added the cost of the bearings as the labor was pretty much the same. So I should be good to go for many more miles but I found it strange that I have read about these failing on 2005's only.
I LOVE MY 2005 RX1. I always beat my buddy's Vector on gas and I think the suspension is awesome. It really is a great sled and I don't miss not riding an 06. The bearing issue was really the only issue except for a few idler wheels. I really hope the suspension (with all 2006 updates) holds up.
Len Todd
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You can carry a spare bearing and change it in the field. It only takes 10 minutes and a extra torx bit/driver in the bag. On my sled and the way I drive, they last just about 3K miles. If you are close to that, change it before you go Nord!
SIMMER
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Len Todd said:
Wrong bearing Len....the one you are talking about is the one on the clutch side and yes, it's easy to change. I just re-grease that one and lasts forever.
The one that went out on me is the lower driveaxle bearing in the CHAINCASE....major work changing it....no trail side work there.
