Fuel filter?

[Irv]

Just curious if my sled has an external fuel filter anywhere?

I always tried to replace mine out once a year on my old sled and would like to continue with my new one.

I am also curious what mtce needs/should to be done on these sleds and I would also like to hear what others do as far as getting their sleds ready for the upcoming season?

How many of you have changed out your idlers to aftermarket or other manu's wheels? I want to do the same as I have found 2 that are pooched.

Mine is in my garage for the summer as I plan on going over the sled when time permits so any tips, links, pointers etc would be greatly appreciated.

 

[theCATman]

Filter is in the tank.

My '10 Vector has replaceable bearings, so I'm good with that sled when the time comes.

However, my '06 Apex GT does not. The wheels that have gone to Hell I've replaced with Parts Unlimited replaceable bearing wheels. Stock size.

I know alot of guys have gone with Ski-Doo wheels for better hyfax life. Those wheels need a different spacer because the offset is different. Or machine the stock spacers.

Make sure to grease the jackshaft & driveshaft bearings. The seals can be carefully pryed out & fresh grease packed into them, then push seals back on.

Secondary needs to come off for the jackshaft bearing & the sidepanel and speedo sensor has to come off for the driveshaft bearing.

Suck out or drain the chaincase oil & refill.

Keep a battery tender jr. on the battery.

Have the gas tank at least 1/2 full, add 1/2 can of Seafoam, run it for a good 5 minutes. I start my sleds once every month-six weeks and let them run for 5 minutes+ or until the heat exchangers are hot.

My sleds are in a locked, tight sealed garage, but I live in the country & I still put Bounce dryer sheets in the engine bay, running boards, & on top of the track (in the tunnel) to keep any possible mice from making themselves a nice summer home. Along with a baited mousetrap next to the sleds.

 

[Irv]

Filter is in the tank.

My '10 Vector has replaceable bearings, so I'm good with that sled when the time comes.

However, my '06 Apex GT does not. The wheels that have gone to Hell I've replaced with Parts Unlimited replaceable bearing wheels. Stock size.

I know alot of guys have gone with Ski-Doo wheels for better hyfax life. Those wheels need a different spacer because the offset is different. Or machine the stock spacers.

Make sure to grease the jackshaft & driveshaft bearings. The seals can be carefully pryed out & fresh grease packed into them, then push seals back on.

Secondary needs to come off for the jackshaft bearing & the sidepanel and speedo sensor has to come off for the driveshaft bearing.

Suck out or drain the chaincase oil & refill.

Keep a battery tender jr. on the battery.

Have the gas tank at least 1/2 full, add 1/2 can of Seafoam, run it for a good 5 minutes. I start my sleds once every month-six weeks and let them run for 5 minutes+ or until the heat exchangers are hot.

My sleds are in a locked, tight sealed garage, but I live in the country & I still put Bounce dryer sheets in the engine bay, running boards, & on top of the track (in the tunnel) to keep any possible mice from making themselves a nice summer home. Along with a baited mousetrap next to the sleds.

Great info, thanks.
I have already done the gas/Sea Foam trick, changed gear and engine oil as well as the filter and plan on starting the machine up every month as well.
I wasn't aware of greasing the bearings like you said, is there anyway of telling when they are bad?

I have read Rocker Dan's mod on replacing the wheels but I was just curious if this is still necessary due the fact Yamaha has replacable bearings in their wheels now?

I think I am ok as far as mice go as I have 2 stray cats that basically live full time in my garage, they have caught a few over the last few months outside of my garage but they always like bringing them home for me to see!

I also plan on pulling my skid out soon and I was wondering how the side ride adjusting dial comes out in order to seperate the whole skid from the rest of the sled?
Thanks again, great info

 

[theCATman]

As far as the remote clicker cable... I can't answer that, but someone will.

The idlers I would just replace them with Yamaha's new ones or like I did with Parts Unlimited.

The bearings..... if you have less than 4,000 miles don't sweat it, they are still fine. Just pry the seals & re-pack. Don't neglect them though. If they $hit the bed, they'll ruin your day/ride/trip.

If driveshaft one goes out, it'll generally takes the speed sensor with it. The jackshaft one will howl & whine like crazy if it goes out.

I bought my Apex this last season with 4,300 miles on it & neither bearing had been re-packed. They were getting dry, but still smooth & free. I knew about them & that was one of the 1st things I did to the sled when I got home with it.

 

[Irv]

As far as the remote clicker cable... I can't answer that, but someone will.

The idlers I would just replace them with Yamaha's new ones or like I did with Parts Unlimited.

The bearings..... if you have less than 4,000 miles don't sweat it, they are still fine. Just pry the seals & re-pack. Don't neglect them though. If they $hit the bed, they'll ruin your day/ride/trip.

If driveshaft one goes out, it'll generally takes the speed sensor with it. The jackshaft one will howl & whine like crazy if it goes out.

I bought my Apex this last season with 4,300 miles on it & neither bearing had been re-packed. They were getting dry, but still smooth & free. I knew about them & that was one of the 1st things I did to the sled when I got home with it.

Thanks again, I will be checking them out soon for sure.
What type/kind of grease do you use? I have been using Amsoil waterproof grease for years and really like it, do you think it is sufficient?

I also know not too over fill the bearing with grease as it will expand and possibly blow the seal open. Are the seals just plastic like most bearings?
Thanks again.

 

[theCATman]

Grease of your personal preference. I use Mobil. But AMSOIL products are top notch!!

The seals appear to be a thin metal with a rubber/plastic/silicone coating.

They will bend & distort if not pryed out carefully. That's what makes me think they are a coated metal.

I packed plenty into mine & noticed that a minor amount worked it's way past the seals after some riding, but didn't blow them out. So, yea, there is such a thing as too much.

 

[Irv]

Grease of your personal preference. I use Mobil. But AMSOIL products are top notch!!

The seals appear to be a thin metal with a rubber/plastic/silicone coating.

They will bend & distort if not pryed out carefully. That's what makes me think they are a coated metal.

I packed plenty into mine & noticed that a minor amount worked it's way past the seals after some riding, but didn't blow them out. So, yea, there is such a thing as too much.

Thanks again, I will be sure to use the Dental plaque removing tool to get the seals off, they work great.

The Mobil grease you use, is it a special kind or any run of the mill Mobil?
It is hard to find up here but I do like Mobil products more so maybe a more thorough search is needed?

 

[theCATman]

Mobil XHP 220

Don't bust your balls hunting it down if Mobil products are hard to come by in Canada. Use the AMSOIL you have.

I operate heavy equipment, and the company I work for uses it. So.... a tube or two seems to fall into my truck & come home with me from time to time. Shhhh!!! LOL!!

The dental/mechanics picks you use...... that's one tool I need to add to my arsenal. I keep meaning to buy some & then forget. Damn old age!!

 

[Beech]

Just going over my 2010 Vector ltx with 2063 miles , found axle bearing had lots of grease with no sign of water contamination and the jackshaft had minium grease so cleaned and repacked with shell low temp snowmobile grease.

The two upper wheel bearings (6205) in the skid had to be replaced as they had water contamination and were already rust pitted and rough.
Also replaced front rail protectors and slides.
If you are running a 2010 Ltx make sure you run your track spec tight or you will chew up your front rail protectors in soft snow.
These are my findings and I hope this info is of some value.

 

[Canadian Lad]

Filter is in the tank.


I also plan on pulling my skid out soon and I was wondering how the side ride adjusting dial comes out in order to seperate the whole skid from the rest of the sled?
Thanks again, great info

Dial it to lowest and then remove the 3 screws holding it on the sside of the tunnel and it will fall into the tunnel onto the skid. Then just be careful - not hard at all
You can disconnect the wires on the shock but this is harder as you need to do all the work under it and hard to see. I do this every year and it takes only a few minutes.

 

[Irv]

Mobil XHP 220

Don't bust your balls hunting it down if Mobil products are hard to come by in Canada. Use the AMSOIL you have.

I operate heavy equipment, and the company I work for uses it. So.... a tube or two seems to fall into my truck & come home with me from time to time. Shhhh!!! LOL!!

The dental/mechanics picks you use...... that's one tool I need to add to my arsenal. I keep meaning to buy some & then forget. Damn old age!!

I pried my seals off and repacked the bearings as was mentioned above, the jackshaft bearing looked to be in great shape with lots of grease remaining but I give it a few shots with a needle attachment and spread the grease around with my finger.

The lower bearing almost looked the same, just a little less grease imo but not bad I thought?
When I was needling some new grease in there, I did notice I had pushed a couple very small droplets of water out, is this somewhat normal and is it expected on the driveshaft bearing?
Should I be concerned about this at all?

 

[theCATman]

Pretty normal to get water out.

We are riding them on frozen water droplets.

 

[Irv]

Pretty normal to get water out.

We are riding them on frozen water droplets.

Figured as much but thought I had better ask, thanks Catman

 

[mtkaboater]

Dental offices are only allowed to use those tools so long and they have to replace them. When I make my dental appointment, I ask them to save me some of the tools and then a month later when I get my teeth cleaned, they have a little gift waiting for me to take home to my workshop.

 

[Riceburner]

Dental offices are only allowed to use those tools so long and they have to replace them. When I make my dental appointment, I ask them to save me some of the tools and then a month later when I get my teeth cleaned, they have a little gift waiting for me to take home to my workshop.

X 2.

Great tool and a cost of 0.

Perfect !!!!!!!!!!