super1c
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Looked everywhere but no luck. Can I tip the sidewinder on it right (exhaust) side like my viper to install skid plate? Proper handlebar on bucket so it was more at a 45. Or I can just lift rear high enough to do it also. Best method?
DMCTurbo
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Your ok to lay it over on its side.
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I use milk crates under the skiis, works well for changing oil as well
sab2022
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How do you get it physically on its side? floor jack? I would think a chain fall/hoist/engine hoist is best?
Kuzzy
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I just put 1 foot on the running board, grab the middle handlebar loop and pull them over. It's easier than you think
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At what point will oil leave the tank if you deleted the valve?
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Upside down
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No issues with laying the sled on its side to install skid plate. As stated above, I often use VP race gas cans to get my sled higher up in the air to work under it/change oil. Things that aren't easy on the lift a sled lift or the electric rafter hoist.
super1c
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Thx guys skid plate installed. Wasn’t bad just typical of posts I read. Holes didn’t really line up with rivets to drill out. Followed directions to the t and plate screws provided were to small diameter for holes, had to go wider screws. Bellypan nuts and bolts were pretty easy. I thought exhaust side was easier then viper. Overall pretty happy!
