Installing the "Big Boy" Spring?

[TBNSR]

From reading this forum I believe I will need to get the heavier spring for the 06 Attak that I bought last month. My question is that I haven't done any work on snowmobiles, is this something I should bring to a dealer or could I tackle it myself? I wan't to start doing my own upgrades and repairs and thought this would be something I could start with.

PS I should of waited until closer to winter I feel like a 6 year old waiting for Santa Claus. I can't wait to ride it.

 

[Apex_GT]

You still have three months before you ride..Instead of changing the stock spring to a fat boy, I would sign-up with your local gym (ie the Y) ...Much better for you to work out, swim, play some squash, floor hockey, etc etc...The better shape you are in will only improve your riding experiences..Just my opinion..

 

[Swiss Sledder]

First, you must weigh more than 200 pounds without gear. If not, the standard spring is OK.

In terms of changing the spring, I've not done this but I know some of the people on here that I have and they are not master mechanics. They have general tool knowledge.

In terms of wanting to do you own repairs, the great thing about these sleds is that there isn't a whole lot of wrenching. You should know how to change carbides and hyfax, and lube your suspension. Advanced guys will change their own oil, clean the carbs, etc.

Try this thread for help on installing the big boy spring.

 

[craze1cars]

It's very easy to remove the shock/spring itself, just two bolts.

BUT...removing the spring FROM the shock can be quite an exciting experience if you don't purchase a proper spring compressor.

Many unbolt and remove the assembly themselves and take the unit to their dealer to have THEM swap the spring onto the old shock for a small charge. It can be done at home without the proper compressor tool, but not without some risk of injury...especially if you haven't done it before.

 

[TBNSR]

Thanks for the advice everyone. By the way Apex-GT I have been going to the gym 5 days a week for the last 4 months and have lost 30 pounds. Then I will have to get all new Yamaha clothing instead of me wearing my old Ski-Doo gear! :exc:

 

[Apex_GT]

Thanks for the advice everyone. By the way Apex-GT I have been going to the gym 5 days a week for the last 4 months and have lost 30 pounds. Then I will have to get all new Yamaha clothing instead of me wearing my old Ski-Doo gear! :exc:

Thats awesome..Good for you..You really wouldn't want to wear ski-doo clothes on your nice yamaha sled anyway..I bought the ski-doo helmet and had all the decals taken off and put yamaha ones on it.. All the strippers love my yamaha suit btw...They think its HOT...