ExpertXViper
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Alright I have a Maxx. performance clutch kit to install for my SLPs. I dont know a thing about snowmobile clutchs, I know dirt bikes not sleds. I dont feel comfortable doing it myself and also dont have the tools. My buddy Rich a.k.a TopGunnSRX goes to a guy in Fredric, MI, but thats all the way up north and tryin to find someone a lil bit more local. Anyone know of anywhere else I can have this work done at, that is known and trusted? Any info would be helpful. Thanks
I might be able to help you out, but I don't know how known or trusted I am . . . lol
What all came with the clutch kit? If you are unsure of what the parts are maybe just take a picture of them.
I drive down I-96 right through Livonia 4 days a week.
What all came with the clutch kit? If you are unsure of what the parts are maybe just take a picture of them.
I drive down I-96 right through Livonia 4 days a week.
If it is a kit, as in primary weights, primary spring, secondary helix and sec spring, it is a very easy job, only special tool you need in a puller for the primary clutch, and torque wrench when re-installing the primary. Lots of help on here to walk you through it. Really only talking maybe 1-2 hours for the first time. Clutch pullers are inexpensive, and then you have it for future maintenance. Up to you. There is also a pretty good write up on the Tech Pages with pictures.
ExpertXViper
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SRXer is correct it came with Primary Weights, Primary Spring, Secondary Helix and Spring. Have all the instructions to go with.
Ding, I have read alot of your post and also read that you have torn sleds down to there bare bones. Diffently seems like you know your stuff, but dont take my wording the to heart. I've seen people work on sleds and bikes that think they know what there doing and not, so I just stand back and watch. So if your willing to help me out I really appericate it and will supply compensation for the time spent. Cause like said I dont know s*** about these clutchs and seen what they do when the blow. So I'm not takin any chances. Let me know when your around Livonia or we can do the opposite cause I'm in Howell on the weekends hunting. So just gimme the word
Ding, I have read alot of your post and also read that you have torn sleds down to there bare bones. Diffently seems like you know your stuff, but dont take my wording the to heart. I've seen people work on sleds and bikes that think they know what there doing and not, so I just stand back and watch. So if your willing to help me out I really appericate it and will supply compensation for the time spent. Cause like said I dont know s*** about these clutchs and seen what they do when the blow. So I'm not takin any chances. Let me know when your around Livonia or we can do the opposite cause I'm in Howell on the weekends hunting. So just gimme the word
I am a good 45 minutes from you being north of Mt. Clemens but if you ever travel this way, I can certainly give you a hand as well without issue or compensation.
As mentioned the only special tool needed is a clutch puller
As mentioned the only special tool needed is a clutch puller
What do you have for a shop? All we really need is a workbench area and some tools which I can bring if needed. A vice or anvil is good if you need to change the stock weight rivets. Air tools are nice but are not required.
Let me know what days and times are good for you, and how soon are you wanting to get it done?
And please no compensation, I do this for fun, not for work. I might drink a pop or 2 if you have some though.
Let me know what days and times are good for you, and how soon are you wanting to get it done?
And please no compensation, I do this for fun, not for work. I might drink a pop or 2 if you have some though.
I never use a clutch puller, I put all my clutch parts in with the clutch still in the sled
You little guys piss me off!! LOL - sorry Tom!tomseal6 said:
To me the couple of minutes it takes to remove the clutch is not worth the aggravation of fumbling my fat fingers around in there..
Yes,
Its easy for me. I have small hands
Takes me only a few minutes,
Its easy for me. I have small hands
Takes me only a few minutes,
PowerValve-700
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I'm with S.X. Ever try to re-install the primary cap with a red heel-clicker spring with the clutch still in the sled? It ain't worth the blood, sweat and aggrivation lol. A clutch puller is something everyone should have in their tool box anyway.
I use a 2X4 with 1 hand to compress the spring against the cap far enough to where i can get my bolts in the cap and started in the sheave. It has worked great for me.
But yes, i should have bought a clutch puller. Still have never used a puller in my life so dont know how.
But yes, i should have bought a clutch puller. Still have never used a puller in my life so dont know how.
Not to mention the sore back you get from bending over the sled, or the inability to see clearly while standing on your head, or the trip to the toolbox to get the magnetic pickup tool for the part you dropped.
OK OK, I admit it I am getting old . . .
It is just way easier to pull the clutch and take it somewhere you can sit down, and have good light to work with.
OK OK, I admit it I am getting old . . .
It is just way easier to pull the clutch and take it somewhere you can sit down, and have good light to work with.
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