Goach2
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Hello all, new member here who's also new to sleds. My son was gifted a '92 Venture GT (480) which we were told runs but needs restoration in the track components as it has sat for a number of years. I've rebuilt a couple different vehicles, but never owned a sled. Can anyone point me to some posts/threads/articles featuring rebuilds of something comparable? At this point, I don't even know how to start it, although I should be able to start with pulling the carbs and figuring out how to get them cleaned up. Thanks!
welcome!
those sleds had both eletric and pull start. the e start, you twist the key like a car when it has good battery and starter. the pull start is the d shaped handle on the right side of the sled and it works along the same principals as a pull start lawn mower.
any of the enticer/phazer rebuild threads would be a good place to start.
here are my reccomendations/list.
1- replace fuel filter in tank and clean the carbs. the filters can rust apart and then you are chasing it for debris going into a carb jet. been fighting one for 5 years with this issue as i started it before i checked the filter and it had sat for over 20 years before i started running it.
2- replace pulse line to fuel pump as they deterioate over time. you can use black rubber automotive gas hose for it. pulse line can cause issues with the sled only running on gas down cyls or quick start. look over the other lines for splitting as well and replace as needed.
3- remove or disassemble both clutches and scrub down with sos pad and soapy water. when they sit they corrode up and start sticking. all rollers and bushings need to slide/turn freely with out being loose. you check that by making them move without the springs in the clutch. i do reccomend a new primary spring as they get weak as they get older. here in canada they are usually under $20.00.
4- skis/steering. make sure everything moves freely and if it still has stock steel skis, make sure they are not rotted out. check the wear bars/runners/carbides on the bottom of the ski as the sled will not turn well if they are worn out. i do have a post on here on how i retrofitted 2014 sr viper skis on to betsy, my 1997 et410, that has the same front suspension as the sled you are working on if your skis are worn out/rotten. lots of other skis will fit as well.
5- track. you need to pull out the rear suspension to replace the track. make sure to back off the track tension before removing. the track specs for that sled factory was 2.52" pitch x 15" wide x 121" legnth with a .75" lug. you should be able to fit up to a 1.25" lug track into it without issues as that is what i have in betsy and it clears quite well. betsy and that model venture share the same chain case and drive shaft with factory reverse. once rear suspension is out, you need to pull the bearing on the left side of the tunnel to get the drive axle out of the sled. while bearing is off, i would use a pick to remove the seal and clean out the old grease. if it spins good, re pack with fresh grease and re install seal. then reassemble sled. with reverse, you do not have to take apart the chain case to remove the shaft as it is in a splined socket on that side.
6- rear suspension. while it is out, i would check the wheels for the rubber delaminating. then go through all the wheels and check/repack the bearings in the wheels as i described for the drive axle bearing. the bearings are replaceable in the stock style wheels on this sled if they are full of rust. then check all the pivot shafts in suspension move/rotate freely. next is to replace/check the slide plastics. usually when replacing the track, i put new ones on as they are usually around $20.00 canadian for the pair of cheap ones. once together, replace chain case oil (80w90 dino or synthetic is good) and adjust chain case chain tension as well as the track tension.
there are more little tricks but i think i covered most of it. main thing is to get the engine running 1st and making sure the crank seals and the fan is working correctly before tackling the rest as motor and track are 2 of the most expensive things on a sled to repair/replace.
sounding like a fun project for you both.
those sleds had both eletric and pull start. the e start, you twist the key like a car when it has good battery and starter. the pull start is the d shaped handle on the right side of the sled and it works along the same principals as a pull start lawn mower.
any of the enticer/phazer rebuild threads would be a good place to start.
here are my reccomendations/list.
1- replace fuel filter in tank and clean the carbs. the filters can rust apart and then you are chasing it for debris going into a carb jet. been fighting one for 5 years with this issue as i started it before i checked the filter and it had sat for over 20 years before i started running it.
2- replace pulse line to fuel pump as they deterioate over time. you can use black rubber automotive gas hose for it. pulse line can cause issues with the sled only running on gas down cyls or quick start. look over the other lines for splitting as well and replace as needed.
3- remove or disassemble both clutches and scrub down with sos pad and soapy water. when they sit they corrode up and start sticking. all rollers and bushings need to slide/turn freely with out being loose. you check that by making them move without the springs in the clutch. i do reccomend a new primary spring as they get weak as they get older. here in canada they are usually under $20.00.
4- skis/steering. make sure everything moves freely and if it still has stock steel skis, make sure they are not rotted out. check the wear bars/runners/carbides on the bottom of the ski as the sled will not turn well if they are worn out. i do have a post on here on how i retrofitted 2014 sr viper skis on to betsy, my 1997 et410, that has the same front suspension as the sled you are working on if your skis are worn out/rotten. lots of other skis will fit as well.
5- track. you need to pull out the rear suspension to replace the track. make sure to back off the track tension before removing. the track specs for that sled factory was 2.52" pitch x 15" wide x 121" legnth with a .75" lug. you should be able to fit up to a 1.25" lug track into it without issues as that is what i have in betsy and it clears quite well. betsy and that model venture share the same chain case and drive shaft with factory reverse. once rear suspension is out, you need to pull the bearing on the left side of the tunnel to get the drive axle out of the sled. while bearing is off, i would use a pick to remove the seal and clean out the old grease. if it spins good, re pack with fresh grease and re install seal. then reassemble sled. with reverse, you do not have to take apart the chain case to remove the shaft as it is in a splined socket on that side.
6- rear suspension. while it is out, i would check the wheels for the rubber delaminating. then go through all the wheels and check/repack the bearings in the wheels as i described for the drive axle bearing. the bearings are replaceable in the stock style wheels on this sled if they are full of rust. then check all the pivot shafts in suspension move/rotate freely. next is to replace/check the slide plastics. usually when replacing the track, i put new ones on as they are usually around $20.00 canadian for the pair of cheap ones. once together, replace chain case oil (80w90 dino or synthetic is good) and adjust chain case chain tension as well as the track tension.
there are more little tricks but i think i covered most of it. main thing is to get the engine running 1st and making sure the crank seals and the fan is working correctly before tackling the rest as motor and track are 2 of the most expensive things on a sled to repair/replace.
sounding like a fun project for you both.
