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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: Alaskan] #45205
01/18/07 05:20 PM
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lol...that's something i would do too

just like safety cord on a jet ski...it'll stop the snowmachine so you dont have to chase it very far.

Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: snowman] #46257
01/19/07 04:33 AM
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Think I am gonna go with the Skandic LT. Might get the SWT later you know you always need a back up LOL..


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: Alaskan] #46495
01/19/07 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted By: Alaskan
Hupe - I like that idea, but for everyone, also make a note to JUST hold the rope, as when it gets going, you're going to be giving it EVEN more gas as you'll be standing still. Need to be able to let go.

I bring that up, cause I'd attach it around my wrist or something dumb like that and snap off the thumb throttle.


you would look like a rogue beaver being drug across the tundra like that.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: fishermann222] #46661
01/19/07 03:48 PM
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Are you making fun of my new furry garment?? I think it would look like a bear attacking a snow machine, and likely get myself shot.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: Alaskan] #46667
01/19/07 04:00 PM
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LOL, perception is the key to success.

Heck I like it. I have been trying to talk my wife into having a red fox coat made by that guy. She is not interested though.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: fishermann222] #46905
01/19/07 07:02 PM
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I know this banter isn't for the snow-go thread, but...

Fish, I hear ya. Been trying to get the Misses interested in a coat, and she isn't. I'm stunned. I'm going to get as much fur crap as I can. Even if it is a full length fox coat....for me. \:\) He sure does good work.

Fish, I'll get pics of the sled and the modifications I did to it. I bought the Otter Large, as it was 8" shorter, but 4" wider. Added some Ptex and some supports. We'll see how it works this winter. Figured If I beefed it up a bit, it would be nice, ESPECIALLY for the price. Way cheaper ($100 less than the XL)


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: Alaskan] #47130
01/19/07 09:06 PM
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Alaskan : Thanks for the info. Those bigger Otter sleds are really wide are they not ?

Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: piperniner] #47209
01/19/07 09:47 PM
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I have a Scandic 440 LT and love it. Had it for three years, put 6,000 miles on it and have had no problems. It has really nice ski skins on it and it floats well in the powder, and has enough power to get you back on top when you do sink in. It has a simple reliable design and is not insanley heavy. Like somone else on the forum said though, many people do prefer the super wides. I have never driven a super wide.

Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: guloboy] #50999
01/22/07 01:52 PM
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I helped open up some of the Yukon Quest trail saturday on my new Tundra. I got 13 MPG which was much better than anyone else on the trip. I'm finally figuring out how to ride it but it is still tippy. I've heard people talking about the new Tundra being a good kids sled, I disagree. If I was getting a sled for a kid I'd get one of the freestyles. They are on the same chasis but have a wider ski stance and should be much more stable. I'm in the process of building a couple of new trails and this is where the Tundra's narrow ski stance helps. As I route the trail through the timber I carry a tape measure and put the trail between trees that are barely wide enough for me, that way 99% of the snowmachines out there can't get through.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #51072
01/22/07 02:43 PM
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Anybody know someone who has used the new back country. Some thought this might be a good combination machine, but I have not heard any critiques yet.

Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: piperniner] #51114
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I haven't heard anything about the backcountry but would have chosen it over the Tundra except I wanted the narrow stance.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #51127
01/22/07 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted By: bearbait
As I route the trail through the timber I carry a tape measure and put the trail between trees that are barely wide enough for me, that way 99% of the snowmachines out there can't get through.


That's a cool idea.

Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: snowman] #55322
01/24/07 08:31 PM
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Just FYI, I got 13 mpg on the new Tundra over a 60 mile ride on either packed or slightly soft trail, never breaking trail.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #55589
01/24/07 10:12 PM
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Have you rode the tundra in 2-3 feet of snow yet? You think it's tippy now, just wait. lol

Has anyone tried the four stroke tundra? They say they have more power. I think the tundra could use a little more power for breaking trail. I also think the windshield could be a couple inchs taller. The wind off of it hits me right in the face. I think with a couple more inchs it would go over your head.

Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: Loel] #56351
01/25/07 12:51 PM
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Nope, I've only ridden it in a little over a foot of snow. I rode the 4 stroke 800cc Tundra and it definately had much more power but is also 110 lbs heavier. If I wanted that much weight then there lots of other machines to choose from.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #62096
01/28/07 09:07 PM
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Here's a skidplate I made for my Tundra. It is made from 1/4" UHMW. Hopefully it will help me slide over stumps instead of breaking something.



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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #62401
01/28/07 11:20 PM
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More Compeaus problems!! My old man took his 440 LT in to get some bolt fixed. Would be "done Tuesday". Called, NOT done, had to order the part, "done Friday". Went in, COULDN'T EVEN FIND THE PAPER WORK. Now the part is "on back order, have no clue when it will be done, but Sally will know....when she comes in." Holy crap has that place gone to s**t!!!! Used to be easy to work with, now they are GARBAGE!! I should take a full page add out with all the BS they've said and done. Remember White's problem with them too. Wow....


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #62468
01/28/07 11:52 PM
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i need a snow machine, can only afford a junker about 5oo$ my line is from the house for about 5 miles. i can start from home & dont need to haul the machine. i have never owned one & only ridden one once. i am in the mountains but not worried about breakdowns as i will always carry snow shoes. seems as if the tundra is popular but i see lots of other machines for around 500$ . what other machines are good for this work?


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: g smith] #62548
01/29/07 12:55 AM
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Gary, so you're one of Ted's old neighbors!! I've hunted deer around Lincoln a few times. Will you be riding on packed trails or breaking your own trails through deep snow? If you will mainly be on packed trails then a 121" track will do. If you will be off trails you'll want at least a 136" track. Many machines out there can be used for trapping, all will have enough power for you, track size and machine weight is important. Look around, if you find a used machine you're interested in, ask on here about it.


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Re: Snowmachine Thread [Re: bearbait] #62604
01/29/07 02:14 AM
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"Look around, if you find a used machine you're interested in, ask on here about it."

I'm hoping this was an invite for others as well.

I've never owned a snowmachine and the last time I was on one it was a single ski machine by skidoo about 40 years ago. Do any of you know anything about an arctic cat 600 powder special. It's a 2stroke with EFI and i think it's oil injected from a separate oil resavoir? One is for sale locally with 1000 miles on it and they want $2900.00. He also has a '98 yamaha vmax sx700 short track but everyone I have talked to says 'longtrac only'. I just don't have the $ for a brand new one thats got the real long track. Thanks for your input. Daryl

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