How I Inspect and Install a Snowmobile Belt (& Adjust Deflection)

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Even the best snowmobile belts wear out. In this video, I'll show you how I inspect the drive belt on my sled, explain how I decide when it's time to replace it, show you I replace a belt, and explain how I adjust my secondary.
This video is intended for entertainment purposes only. Always refer to the documentation that came with your sled, or contact a qualified repair technician before attempting procedures other than those described in your owners manual.
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@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Finally had a chance to change the belt on my 05 Rev. Thought I'd use the opportunity to do a video on changing a belt and adjusting the secondary.

@patsu2 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 71 sw433, how do i adjust the belt, I might be blind but i dont see where i can do it. Or is it so old it uses some other method of doing it? Hope you can help me.

@mxr7586 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question. I bought a 2007 mxz 600 renegade takes off great but when letting off the gas it does like a engine braking type of thing that’s ridiculous.. could that be a clutch issue?

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Have you checked if your brake calliper is sticking? If it is, it can create heat, and that can cause problems.

@mxr7586 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled I checked that and they are fine. You can wiggle them when the brake is off. I even drained all the old fluid out cause the previous owner didn’t do that it was brown. I lifted the rear and turned the secondary to see is there is a lot of resistance but that seemed fine as well. Starting to think something is up with one of the clutches. 🤷‍♂️

@fruitjacket 3 жыл бұрын

It's a shame you only get 4k views on videos like this. You explain things in much better detail than the "how to" videos put out by others. Great job and wishing you much success!

@DannebergAcres 3 жыл бұрын

In 3 months he got another 30K views - SUCCESS!

@mino4258 3 жыл бұрын

I came across your videos randomly and now I'm hooked. Been riding 20 years and it's nice to see someone explaining how do this stuff the right way. Keep em coming!!!

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi David. Thanks so much. Hope you have a good season.

@chadwagemann3422 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative video! Appreciate your time and effort on showing how to change yours. Never hurts to have a brush up on how and what to look for. Thanks!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Chad. Thank you for watching.

@b00gymanMD 3 жыл бұрын

I am new to the sport, enjoy tinkering and so glad I found your channel!!! I think you have the heart of a teacher and you seem very genuine!! Thank you for the wonderful content!

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hey b00gyman. Thanks very much for the kind words. Glad you enjoy it.

@davidshaban8554 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful I’m getting into doing more on my own with these old sleds instead of sending it out for service each time I need something and these videos are a wonderful tool. Thank you for the content.

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi David. Sorry for the delayed response. You can definitely save a few bucks, and I'm finding it fun to tinker., especially in winter when I have the time. I'm not above sending it to the shop if there's something too tough to tackle.

@brandonpurcell 3 жыл бұрын

This was great! I am just getting into snowmobiling this year and while I'm mechanically inclined sleds are pretty new to me so this was a great primer on the drive system and adjustments.

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Brandon! Welcome to the sport and to the channel. Thanks for taking the time to message. I appreciate it.

@jadenmoffat1517 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve officially just watched every single uploaded video by you! I love the videos as you are very humble and give good and detailed how to’s etc. You got me in the sled hobby and I come here and watch videos for help.. lol the fouled spark plug video helped me out I kept putting my fouled ones back in

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jaden!

@erickmeeches8147 Жыл бұрын

I love my 1997 mach z 809 Triple I keep her running like a Top I also started watching your videos 3 years back when I got into sledding? I find it's a passion for me I do my own maintenance to my sleds thank you for once again making awesome videos

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

It is fun working on them. Thanks for watching

@Dosalt 3 жыл бұрын

Making videos is not easy and making this much quality videos is certainly not easy. Very good information

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Dosalt! Glad you enjoy them

@jamesrinaldo2602 3 жыл бұрын

Great video man very well explained it like how you break it down and explain each part in what they do very helpful to a new rider

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

@mrplisken1100 Жыл бұрын

Just blew my first belt today on my MXZ Rev 800 - I did not know what the hell to do; now I do ! Thank You.

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

Hey Snake...Glad I could help.

@doobyboy21 4 жыл бұрын

A buddy of mine when his belt blew, It was also an Ultimax ! It blew so hard it punched a hole right through the panel near the footwell and smacked his foot ! 4 of his toes got broken and it shattered the bone in his foot ! He was on crutches for nearly a month or so ! Now when I get heavy on the gas I think about him and I always back my foot out of the footwell ! =)

@shperax 4 жыл бұрын

The newer belts for higher HP sleds are very very hard compared to the rubber type belts of old. Also there is 3 different Ultimax lines depending on your sleds HP. Match up the right one.

@JaydonRose 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Great explanation. Now I understand why I have to rev a ways before it lunges forward... my belt is waaaaay to loose... my belt deflection was horrible. Thank you for Sharing! 👊😎

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jaydon. Thanks, glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

@windycityasmr154 2 жыл бұрын

I clicked 2 different videos in 2 different search topics and this guy was randomly both videos he’s getting a sub

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Windy, thanks for watching.

@mikedaigle9781 Жыл бұрын

Great video , simple to understand, well done 👏

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike.

@brianstafford6192 Жыл бұрын

hey Dave I watch a lot of video on youtube, must say very I don't comment much on them but you have the best videos on here then most guys lot of info about everything!!great work!!!!!

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Brian. Glad you are enjoying them

@cecilvansicklejr723 3 жыл бұрын

Very well explained & informative ! Thank you !!

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Cecil. Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed it.

@scotphre 3 жыл бұрын

Helped me out big time! Appreciate it!

@eb5864 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the step by step excellent videos very helpfull

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Eric. Glad you liked it.

@jimares2346 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job - appreciate it! I am newer and learning this sport and your video was very helpful. Thx!

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jim. Thanks for watching!

@kodiakyamaha8688 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I just bought a 2005 rev 600 ho.put a belt on squealing tight.this video is a great help.thanks.i subscribed!😎

@kriskris5330 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Lots of interesting tips.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Kris. Thanks! Glad you liked it.

@darrenn9926 4 жыл бұрын

Well done! 15th video I watched, you explain things well. Ty

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Darren!

@danryan3146 3 жыл бұрын

Good information from a fellow sledder on the BrucePeninsula. ..subbed

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hey. Looks like we’ll be getting some riding in now.

@blanetraver9370 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Thanks David!!

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

Glad u enjoyed it blane

@briankotak403 4 ай бұрын

Late to this party (channel)!! Great video. I’m not the most mechanically inclined person, but this was very understandable! Will check out the current deflection and condition of my belt and clean my sheaves when I finally get out to the cottage this winter. There is a mild knocking sound from the front end on my 2009 Polaris FST IQ Touring when driving at low speed. Disappears at higher speed (or maybe gets drowned out by the engine noise). Not sure if it is related to the belt though. No such noise when I run the machine with the track jacked up off the ground. Will check the belt anyway. Great, helpful video! Subscribed!!

@MyOldSled 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Brian. Welcome to the channel

@michaelmarzolf6539 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful video -- thank you!

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

@ryanchenier-poulin8570 4 жыл бұрын

Good content man. You should have a separate video for bloopers lol 😆

@bv.hd883 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative. I'm gonna head out and check my good ol' 2009 Skandic haha Thank you!

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bruno. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

@rlredifer410 4 жыл бұрын

Another Great video👍

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! God you enjoyed it

@rsteen3964 Жыл бұрын

Thanks now I can do this on my own

@lcvt8023 Жыл бұрын

thank you for your service!

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

My pleasure thanks for watching!

@coasterbrookie 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Coaster. Glad you liked it.

@Claytonkurtz 4 жыл бұрын

Well thats good to know. Thanks alot. Great videos by the way.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.Glad you enjoyed it.

@OneSixtySwiftly 4 жыл бұрын

Great videos i like your style 🔥✔

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tanmansbikebuilds931 2 жыл бұрын

Well crap, I wish I seen this before I replaced my belt!🤣 thank you so much for the tips man

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it.

@GPOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Morning David! That was a super, super helpful episode. Learned a few things I never knew after all these years. Which of course, now begs a question. (1) I always thought that the belt could only go on one way - the way the arrow pointed (the one printed on the belt). So not true? I wasn't aware that there was a need to adjust the width of the secondary. Always just simply put the new belt on and unscrewed the tool and away I go. I didn't realize I needed to check to make sure the belt was sitting at a specific height relative to the secondary clutch plate. Didn't know there was a need to break-in the new belt. Thanks kindly - great episode!! Thanks again for your attention to detail! Cheers!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Always follow the manufacturers recommendations, but according to the ultimax engineer, you should do that so it goes on the same way every time

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t take my word for it: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gcd6ddqG1dKqYYU.html

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Also Gord, if your secondary has never been adjusted, the belt height in the secondary may be right. You can adjust it in as your belt wears and get more life. Of course always check for your particular sled

@tnuis Жыл бұрын

Great video. So glad I found you😉 You didn't mention HOW TO ADJUST the deflection if it's not correct though.....

@33meanstreak Жыл бұрын

great video

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

Thanks Doug. All the best for the holidays!

@grantmason2967 3 жыл бұрын

THIS VIDEO CAME IN CLUTCH!!!! I was riding on the other side of the lake and the belt exploded and seemingly disintegrated. I had no idea how to fix a snowmobile at all and this video saved me!

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

That’s great Grant. I’m glad it worked out. Thanks for letting me know :)

@squishmaster 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud good tips

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Aaron. Thanks for the comment. Glad you enjoyed it.

@upnorthvlogs 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video I just bought a 99 xlt touring with 950 original miles I'm trying to get into sleds again now I have young kids once more ha ha

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi 4, Thanks for watching and commenting. Congrats on the new sled.

@John__Doe__ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that video

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Youre welcome. Thanks for watching.

@jesseserfling6807 4 жыл бұрын

Lol on the spark plugs thing but I also run champions in my xcr 800 as the ngk seems to foul alot sooner. Anyway keep up the great work on the videos

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jesse. Thanks for commenting. If you keep watching, Ill keep making them

@edmilewski5272 4 жыл бұрын

What's the same champion to a ngk br8es?

@andrewhowell6584 4 жыл бұрын

I agree , it’s weird , I always ran ngk plugs in my two strokes and 4 strokes , Yamaha , Polaris , all brands , got a iq 600 cfi and the plugs that came in the sled originally are champions although the dealer suggests the ngk replacement, I can tell for certain that the champion plugs that were origaninally in the sled from factory , after changing back , they’re definitely hotter plugs and run a bit hotter in my opinion, more throttle response from low to mid for me .... and yes way less plugs fouled.

@steigre Жыл бұрын

About that hour glass thing, I had that happen to me. Thought the chain tensioner had come off or something, the noise at low speeds was horrible. I guess the change in belt thickness makes the driven clutch vary a lot in speed, and thus the slack in the chaincase and drivetrain makes horrible noises. Changed the belt, and everything was fine again. Definitely do not try to rip the track off frozen ground using just the engine, you'll probably ruin your drivebelt. Try to lift the skis and track off the ground by hand first.

@shperax 4 жыл бұрын

I go through a belt every other year. About every 5000km. But it's a commute vehicle so I mostly drive like a grandma. I use the OEM belt from Yamaha cause it's the cheapest.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

@ArcticJeff 4 жыл бұрын

A couple of other key points to ensure long belt life: make sure the clutch offset and the clutch parallelism are both set to spec. My apologies if you are covering this in your clutch video.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi AJ. Yes, that would be a topic for a clutch video. Thanks for watching!

@sethgthomas 4 жыл бұрын

Solid video. My boys and I have really been enjoying your channel as we recently purchased and have been fixing-up a ‘99 GT 583. Pretty sure we need to change/adjust our belt. Can you show or explain how to adjust the secondary in your MXZ?

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. So glad youre enjoying it. There are three allen screws with 10mm locking nuts. Loosen all three locking nuts, adjust the allen screws a quarter turn each time, tighten lock nuts back up.

@sethgthomas 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! Thought it had something to do with those; missed the locking nuts. We’ve learned a lot from your videos to help get our sled up and running! Appreciate your content very much as well as your periodic injection of humor.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Seth. Good luck.

@maxw.5799 3 жыл бұрын

David, Love your channel. I am thinking of getting into sledding, and am considering purchasing an 08 MXZ XRS. Naturally - due to internet overload - reliability concerns abound. In short, how many kms can one expect a well maintained sled like this be expected to last (currently 12,500 on the odometer)? How often is a crank rebuilt (top end rebuild was done 2.5K kms ago)? What is the mileage on your '05? TIA.

@navedemor5056 3 жыл бұрын

Any plans on doing a video on the brakes for this sled? I've never done sled brakes trying to find all the info I can because I've heard they're a common issue

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Naved. Thanks for the suggestion. Yes brakes should be maintained and inspected routinely, and brake fluid should be changed routinely. Next time I do it I’ll put something together.

@lusurama5080 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video David! You mentioned doing a video about the clutch and it's the perfect time for me to ask this. My younger brother just bought a sled (ca 6 years old) and I noticed that the primary clutch reacts very slow to the throttle. What I mean is that I need very high rpm for the primary to start moving the belt. Have you experienced this and know why it's like that?

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Whats the condition of the belt and the belt deflection like?

@DannebergAcres 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled I have this same problem. Changed the belt today (with the spare one that was in there)still and same issue. Moved deflection indicator from 3 to 1 (Polaris 500 Classic) and still the same. Takes all the throttle now to get it moving. Maybe the spare belt was an old used belt too?

@sawyerseefeldt5996 3 жыл бұрын

Alright so I have a 2003 skidoo rotax ho and when it’s at 6000 rpm it makes a pshhhh sound and anywhere past that it goes away. There isn’t any power loss but I just want to know what the kind is just in case.

@sebchartrand9925 4 жыл бұрын

Belts usually have arrows pointing what way it goes. You are supposed to put it a certain way so if ever the belt blows it doesn’t wrap around the back of your primary clutch where it could damage your crank seal and drain all the isoflex grease out of the bearings

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sebastian. That is so they go back the same way. That info is straight from the engineer at ultimax

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sebastian, just a follow up, I also spoke with Dayco tech support another manufacturer of drive belts, and confirmed this. I generally do a week or two of research when putting together a video like this. But always follow the manufacturers recommendation

@Claytonkurtz 4 жыл бұрын

I think if you put you belt on backwards. If it does happen to blow they are made to blow the parts out of your clutch. Rather then wrapping around your clutch. Just a FYI so like he said read the words when its installed

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry Clayton, that is incorrect. The belt is the same either way. That is straight from the engineer at Ultimax.

@MrMtcaleb 3 жыл бұрын

Great video very informative! One thing that was wrong is how you set belt deflection, the best way to set it as instructed by aftermarket clutch kit manufacturers is to tighten the secondary sheaves until you can move the track with one finger at idle. The idea that you should set it so the bottom of the "teeth" is level with the secondary is a myth.

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi MrMtcaleb. Thanks for the comment but belt deflection and belt height are both important and referenced in Skidoo shop manuals. In the 2005 service manual, this information is found on page 318, with a photograph, under Drive system and for all models. "Top of drive belt cord should be flush with driven pulley edge." - as I reference in my video. Maybe let BRP know that it's a myth? ;) While I believe that an aftermarket product may have provided different instructions, I always use the procedures provided by the sled manufacturer. Thanks for watching and commenting.

@pmfman 3 жыл бұрын

An ultimax engineer said you just need to do a few temperature cycles up to 150 degrees C to break in the belt

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

:):I know the video, I think Erick said “around 120 c”... I don’t know my belt temperature, (do you?) so I phrased it in a more practical way. Driving it for around the first 30 miles should allow the belt to heat and cool a number of times. The information I provide on break in is printed on the packaging for ultimax belts. The main thing is not to throw them on and pin it before it has a chance to get to temp a few times.

@MrDraftkid 3 жыл бұрын

I know where to shove plugs now lol jk Great video!

@oceanman7436 4 жыл бұрын

Update from the idle wheel video: I got my sled running! There was little pieces of degraded fuel hose blocking the needles on the needles and seats from sealing.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work! Glad you got it going.

@oceanman7436 4 жыл бұрын

My Old Sled Thank you for the reply and keep making helpful videos!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

You're most welcome.

@robertnichols4448 3 жыл бұрын

I needed some help, and your help was great. I have an arcticat 440 panther.It has electric start, but battery kept draining. Would that be the starter. Can't get new one for 800.o0. Would you suggest a starter aftermarket for 185.00 do you think that should cure it p.s. got machine for free friend passed and family gave to me. But has not been run in 3 years . also. has electric start. Robert Nichols

@kovalev2716 Жыл бұрын

Hi David, I have the same snowmobile although a renegade. The last 2 years I have been having issues every time a installed a new belt I’d set the ajuster towards the 0 and my belt would always be to high and too tight. Last week end I removed the 3 bolts from the ajuster to find out that the bolts appeared to have been cut. Got 3 news ones, which were a few mm longer. Now I have some play and can adjust my deflection properly. I guess my question is have you ever seen someone cutting those bolts to possibly use a belt that wasn’t made for the snowmobile.

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

Hi Kovalev, No, I'm sorry I can't say I have. Feels good when you figure out a weird problem like that though doesn't it!? I had a weird issue with a fuse that was a one in a million shot I'd find. Glad you sorted it out. Thats an expensive issue. Thanks for watching and taking the time to share your experience.

@GamersUnion101 4 жыл бұрын

I do believe belts are directional for when they blow the the threads will come off in the direction of rotation and not wrap back the other way

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ryan, sorry, that is incorrect. (Would I lie? :) belts are not directional - directly from the engineer at Ultimax. The belt is a continuous piece, the only difference from one side to the other is the printed text.

@bobbyrodriguez8358 3 жыл бұрын

So I have a 1999 mxz600 I changed the belt on it ran it afterwards with no problem for 5 mins then parked it, I went to ride two days later and now the sled wont move. When I hit the throttle it bogs down but doesn't move, do you know what I could of done wrong?

@grabasandwich 4 жыл бұрын

In case you aren't aware, you're a Creator On The Rise. Just found your channel, but congrats! Where in ON are you? My dad has a cabin near Minaki.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi sandwich. Thank you for letting, me know!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry...Bruce Peninsula, near Wiarton

@user-xr8kb5ue3e 5 ай бұрын

Where do you store the spare belt on this sled?

@ethanfilewych6754 4 жыл бұрын

what does it mean if the belt squeels at idle and moves forward at idle on its own? I assume it needs adjustment on the secondary or a new belt? Any advice would be much appreciated!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Check deflection. Sometimes if they are too tight they squeal against the primary. Try dropping it very slightly in the secondary .

@squidinkRC 4 жыл бұрын

I have an 03 yamaha viper 700. last week I managed to go through some ice in a deep puddle. It wasn't a safety issue, but I was stuck, thankfully close to home. It was deep enough in water where the belt was getting wet. As you might suspect, the belt did not have enough friction to get the sled out. I wore into the sides of the belt as i was getting pulled out. I rode it home with a bumpy belt. I parked it in front of the cabin on the lake and I man-handled the belt off. I managed to force the new belt on and I went for a ride without thinking about it. How wrong was this? Do I need to go back and adjust anything? Any comments/advise would be greatly appreciated!!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Well, you should have broken it in, but if your over 20 miles, too late now. A lot of guys dont and then wonder why they blow belts. Check where its sitting in the clutch. Glad your adventure ended ok. Sounds like it still put a damper on your ride.

@squidinkRC 4 жыл бұрын

My Old Sled thanks for the reply! Yea I did a 50 mile trip which was cut short by a lack of snow. I had to pack the rads with snow every few minutes. If I have any issues I’ll buy myself a good belt and break it in nicely. Have a nice night!

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

You too!

@viktor7495 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a adjustment on the old sleds like your 670 ??

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Slightly different on my 670, but most have a similar adjustment

@joeneault785 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Dave,,,i have nothing to criticize..lol,,i know thats a 1st ! hahahahaha

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Joe.

@jeremysilap1811 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a indy 94 440 I cant wait to go shred! What belt do you think is best for alaskan winters for the indy?

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Go to the ultimax site and look for the belt for your sled, or when in doubt, the manufacturers recommendation is always a safe bet.

@jeremysilap1811 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled i can't find the actual manual any idea of where I could acquire one ? Love the vids by the way

@andrewhowell6584 4 жыл бұрын

Hey , I’m looking to throw a bigger 1.75inch backcountry track on my 121 iq 600, I know she’ll have the power to move the track but the stock clutching /gearing makes it a rocket ship at past half throttle and a dead dog below quarter throttle or 1-3000 rpm, looking into maybe Geting some lower gearing (maybe the rmk gearing ) and a clutch kit , what your thoughts? , waste of money ? Buy a nicer sled with a stock deeper lug ? Looking to get deeper wet snow performance as where I live we tend to get big dumps of snow , then turns to ice then rain , then it’s hard for my wee lil .91 track haha , makes you a better rider forsure tho

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Nothings a waste if you have fun, but if it was me, I’d buy a sled with the features I want.

@andrewhowell6584 4 жыл бұрын

My Old Sled thanks for the response , I’m gonna talk to some people and budget out what I’d need to push that track and get it all tuned , if it’s pushing 2g ur prob right , just sel the sled and put that extra funds for the upgrade into a longer , depper lug sled , anyways appreciate the thoughts !

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

For me its not just budget. If a sled came with something as an option, great, id do that. But the problem with franken-sleds is that the parts of your sled were all designed to work together. I could make a longer skid fit my old 670, but it would still be an old heavy 97 670 with a long track. But again, some guys would have fun doing that so if its fun, go for it,

@Upracefan 4 жыл бұрын

The top cogs are in fact for cooling, it adds surface area, it adds no strength. OEM belts is all that I will run.

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mit. Sorry, that's a common misconception. The cogs allow the belt to remain stiff in cross section, while allowing it to remain flexible around the hub. Its always a good idea to stick with the manufacturers recommendation, so I can't fault you there. Do you know who manufactures the belt you run?

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mit, Just found this. Eric is an engineer who designs belts. He explains the purpose of the cogs. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a7CZlK-Sl9eue6M.htmlm36s

@blixtkrig 3 жыл бұрын

How do you break in a new belt

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Well, if it was me, I'd follow the break in procedure I gave in the video ;) but the belt probably has some listed on the package.

@ReidDavies34 Жыл бұрын

Hey I need some help on my sled, it’s a ski doo touring sle 96. It’s been sitting for 5 years and I can start it but it won’t move when I give it gas, the clutch won’t move in to make the belt move, do I have to take of the clutch and replace it or clean it?

@MyOldSled Жыл бұрын

If its turning but its not moving in and out, Probably needs to come apart and be inspected, cleaned/repaired.

@ReidDavies34 Жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled thank you!

@FukTheGovernment465 2 жыл бұрын

I have a off road buggy that uses a CVT Transmission set up, i can pull the belt over 1inch away from the driver/primary clutch pulley on the inside where it would normally ride/rest is this to much belt slack/slop?

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

Sure sounds like it. I don’t know but i think it would be the same. How does it perform when you accelerate?

@FukTheGovernment465 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled I ended up tighting it up all seems fine now lol.

@FukTheGovernment465 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled Do you happen to know the width of the comet 300658 belt? I have looked everywhere to find nothing!! I am not sure just how worn out it really is.

@jordanalejo1701 3 жыл бұрын

When I was riding my belt it flipped over what does it mean please help me

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

I have actually read of this happening. If you have the right belt, and it was properly adjusted, I would check to see if you have a broken motor mount. It can be clutches out of alignment but I think a motor mount is more likely.

@noahschellinger9721 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I wonder how much you paid for the 2005 becaue I am looking at buying one

@MyOldSled 4 жыл бұрын

I bought mine a couple of years ago. This is a good year to buy there are so many sleds available

@DannebergAcres 3 жыл бұрын

I thought they WERE directional: the cords are corded (cords are wound in the belt) one way and if you put one on backwards - and a belt starts to unravel - it'll spool up around your clutch, but on the 'right' way (so you can read them), the cords would come loose in the same direction as the rotation and not spool up - no?

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Lol. What would you think my answer would be, given the video you just watched. :) Your thinking is a very common misconception. one of the Ultimax engineers put a video out explaining that, and I contacted a couple of belt manufacturers. As i explain in the video, the arrows or lettering are just so you always put it on the same way.

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

I forgot ...check the video description.

@viktor7495 3 жыл бұрын

FYI belts are supposed to go one way the cords are wrapped one way if it is on backwards and it blows it wraps around the clutches

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Victor. I'm sorry, but that is a VERY common misconception. It likely came about because manufacturers either advised people to install belts with the text so you can read it facing the sled, or printed a directional arrow on the belt. They advise you to install it that ways because the belt should alway be installed the same way. All of the information in this video was provided by or confirmed by, several of the major belt manufacturers.

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Had the wrong link. This should help: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gcd6ddqG1dKqYYU.html

@kaylamcgee875 2 жыл бұрын

What belt do I use for 06 skidoo gsx 600 h.o?

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kayla, if you mean which Ultimax, there is a belt finder on their site, but I believe your sled takes an XS803. If you mean and OEM belt I think it is 417300586.

@MyOldSled 2 жыл бұрын

For the OEM I'd confirm with your local dealer but that's what I see at skidoopartshouse.

@cvp5882 3 жыл бұрын

If you smell burning rubber when you bury your sled and try to drive it out, you've smoked your belt. Clean the burnt rubber off your clutch before you put on your new belt so it doesn't slip. Speaking from experience...

@MyOldSled 3 жыл бұрын

Id always clean clutches before installing a new belt. Thanks for watching

@cvp5882 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyOldSled I am definitely subscribing to your channel. Thank you for the video!