Thanks Dan ,love the videos keep them coming. It’s pros like you putting out good content that’s helps become better riders and keep out expensive toys running right!
I learnt this year not(!)to use brakecleaner on the clutches,swap it to isopropynol alkohol instead. I've always used brakecleaner myself but change to ipa from this season. Good videos keep up the good work
Great tips!! Never thought of or heard of burning the loose threads off the track edges. Would like to seen a demo of it, do you use a standard propane torch? What about the fuel filter? What kind of tools do you carry in the back country to replace a quick drive belt?
As usual, another informative video. Noticed you carry a spare Direct Drive belt. Would really appreciate a video covering replacement of this belt in the backcountry, or at least in your shop without any specialty tools. Since there is no tensioning/adjustment mechanism on this belt and it's a tight fit, it looks difficult to replace.
donnaruthjack I agree i see u pack a spare belt but do u also carry specific tools to change it ? Or do u have some tips for changing in the back country?
Another Awesome video. Thanks for all the tips on maintenance. Most I already do but nice to learn new or different ways. Question... what google bag is that you have & how is it mounted over the cooker? Been looking for ways to keep my googles warm & ready to use.
400-500 miles, that sled is just coming out of break-in. Not a bad idea to swap out spark plugs and clean the power valves after running rich on break-in.
Great video, as well as keeping it running its best its also a great piece of mind from a reliability standpoint. Its nice to trust this machine knowing you have looked it all over.
Can you do a video on power valve cleaning? I heard you say you don't do it because of the VES Extreme oil but do they still not require cleaning or being checked at some point?
Is there a certain kind of brake clean to use that won’t leach out of the clutches? Some guys say chemicals leach out of the clutches and cause them to slip...any truth to this?
Hey dan have you had motor issues with your 19 850’s in your fleet? The crank bearing has gone out twice in 500 miles on mine. Its left us in a bad situation 2x deep in the backcountry.
1,400 hard riding backcountry miles on my 2019 850 and no engine problems. Recent warranty replacement of the drive axle because the center driver/sprocket was off center. Otherwise, sled has performed perfectly.
firebirdjimbo , why one year ? I’ve got a 2018 Renegade 850 X that has been flawless. Added the cold air kit, 4100 kms on original belt. Sorry you had a bad experience. I’d be calling BRP customer service.
steveschwind It’s just the stock belt caddy. We wrap the quick drive belt around the clutch belt and zip tie it on the top and bottom. We just use a unibit to drill holes in it to lighten it up. Thanks for watching!
Great conetent. Been following since slednecks. Quick question. When I'm sidehilling and go to turn up hill, what is the best way to get back to the neutral position? I find myself going up hill opp. foot forward. Super goofy and doesn't work.
Hater 424 Hey bud thanks for watching! A great tip when you are sidehilling and want to turn uphill is to slide your foot on the running board back. As you turn uphill make sure to let the sled lay flat a bit so it will level out. As soon as it does....this is your chance to place your foot against the hillside onto the running board and get hopped over into neutral. As soon as you do get your feet back and body forward to continue climbing. Hope this helps!!
Need to keep those sleds covered if on an open deck. People think because they are in the snow all the time it's no problem getting wet when trailering but they don't realize how much more corrosion salt spray causes than just plain water. Not to mention the road sand also getting in your clutches and brakes.
@@machine7767 sleds kept outside need covers, trailered sleds are even worse. To me that's abuse and my bikes quads and sleds are all kept in my shop locked up safe
With your input with the oem ...please ask them to stop using every different bolt / fastener they can find ....torx are crap compared to a shouldered hex head 10 /12 mm ... fewer tools needed and less chance of stripping fasteners esp in the backcountry ....
Mike Gatherall I totally agree that if the oem used a limited number of different sized bolts and nuts /fasters we could all pack less tools and save time grabbing the wrong size wrench.
Never use red scotch Brite near an assembled engine. The fibers are metal and get through filters and into the engine. Green scotch Brite is much safer.
Still a great video but I had to laugh when he is saying use everything that Polaris has designed the machine (oil, coolant) while having an aftermarket silencer on it for the weight savings and the cooker. I do know they would make a lighter silencer if they could actually get away with it.
So true, maintenance feels so good when the rides are humming. Great video!
Thanks Dan ,love the videos keep them coming. It’s pros like you putting out good content that’s helps become better riders and keep out expensive toys running right!
Thanks Michael we appreciate the kind words.
Man I love this channel.
Thanks for keeping the informative videos coming Dan! Always look forward to them.
Thanks Rob
absolutely phenomenal content! your standards are second to none! Thank you for the knowledge
Thanks for watching Jason
Dan can you do a video on how to do a hop over?! Love the content!
I learnt this year not(!)to use brakecleaner on the clutches,swap it to isopropynol alkohol instead. I've always used brakecleaner myself but change to ipa from this season.
Good videos keep up the good work
I didn't even know you had to grease your skid... Thanks for all the info!!
Thank you for all you cover...just now looking into buying a sled, watching all of your vids is helping me understand how much I don't know 👍
Also check your ski rubbers!
Thats a good one, we should have checked that in this video. Good call.
Also look at the skis where the bushing and bolt go through. If you are a hard rider these can tear out of the ski.
That is one clean shop! Nice video.
Thanks bud
Deadly video, really helps to keep us on our toes.
Thanks for watching Justin
do a video on what you should carry in you’re tool kit
Picking up a new khaos on Thursday gonna be up Grey's Friday and Saturday I can't wait...Your channel is awesome I appreciate it...
Thats awesome Craig, enjoy that new Khaos.
Awesome Dan, something I need to do this week on mine!
Its definetely that time of year when the sleds need a bit of love.
Wow all these videos coming out just in time for next season which will be my 1st
Good to hear you are getting into the sport.
Great content like the accessibility of the Polaris machines
Great tips!! Never thought of or heard of burning the loose threads off the track edges. Would like to seen a demo of it, do you use a standard propane torch? What about the fuel filter? What kind of tools do you carry in the back country to replace a quick drive belt?
I use a map gas torch or propane equivalent based on what’s full in my shop. Works pretty well, couple quick swipes and it burns the tails off.
Thanks Dan. Pride of ownership shows. 😎
Thanks Dan
Video helped monumentally. Thanks guys. Keep up the 👍 vids
Our pleasure! Thanks for watching
As usual, another informative video. Noticed you carry a spare Direct Drive belt. Would really appreciate a video covering replacement of this belt in the backcountry, or at least in your shop without any specialty tools. Since there is no tensioning/adjustment mechanism on this belt and it's a tight fit, it looks difficult to replace.
donnaruthjack I agree i see u pack a spare belt but do u also carry specific tools to change it ? Or do u have some tips for changing in the back country?
Another Awesome video. Thanks for all the tips on maintenance. Most I already do but nice to learn new or different ways.
Question... what google bag is that you have & how is it mounted over the cooker? Been looking for ways to keep my googles warm & ready to use.
Thanks
Nice vid! 👍🏻👍🏻
400-500 miles, that sled is just coming out of break-in. Not a bad idea to swap out spark plugs and clean the power valves after running rich on break-in.
Thanks a bunch!
You're welcome!
Great video, as well as keeping it running its best its also a great piece of mind from a reliability standpoint. Its nice to trust this machine knowing you have looked it all over.
Mid season? There is no snow yet in Quebec!
Can you do a video on power valve cleaning? I heard you say you don't do it because of the VES Extreme oil but do they still not require cleaning or being checked at some point?
Is there a certain kind of brake clean to use that won’t leach out of the clutches?
Some guys say chemicals leach out of the clutches and cause them to slip...any truth to this?
What’s the model/make of that cooker can?
Hey dan have you had motor issues with your 19 850’s in your fleet? The crank bearing has gone out twice in 500 miles on mine. Its left us in a bad situation 2x deep in the backcountry.
1,400 hard riding backcountry miles on my 2019 850 and no engine problems. Recent warranty replacement of the drive axle because the center driver/sprocket was off center. Otherwise, sled has performed perfectly.
donnaruthjack wish I could say the same most of my miles have been being towed or shop hours. Snowchecked it $15000 sled and it’s been a sad deal.
Easy fix buy a skidoo
@@quinnkveps789 I have had problems with my skidoo 850. 1200 miles, broken exhaust valve left it out of commission for a year...
firebirdjimbo , why one year ? I’ve got a 2018 Renegade 850 X that has been flawless. Added the cold air kit, 4100 kms on original belt. Sorry you had a bad experience. I’d be calling BRP customer service.
What could be the problem if my sled at idle the rpm is all over the place?
How much grease are you putting in? 5~ pumps? And how often, once a season, every 2000 miles?
Pump grease in there until it starts leaking from the grease port.
Dan, your belt caddy? Where does one acquire a setup like that? That’s pretty sweet!
steveschwind It’s just the stock belt caddy. We wrap the quick drive belt around the clutch belt and zip tie it on the top and bottom. We just use a unibit to drill holes in it to lighten it up.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the reply Sir! Love the videos!! Heading to the garage now!! 🤘😎🤘
Great conetent. Been following since slednecks. Quick question. When I'm sidehilling and go to turn up hill, what is the best way to get back to the neutral position? I find myself going up hill opp. foot forward. Super goofy and doesn't work.
Hater 424 Hey bud thanks for watching! A great tip when you are sidehilling and want to turn uphill is to slide your foot on the running board back. As you turn uphill make sure to let the sled lay flat a bit so it will level out. As soon as it does....this is your chance to place your foot against the hillside onto the running board and get hopped over into neutral. As soon as you do get your feet back and body forward to continue climbing. Hope this helps!!
People don't read spark plugs anymore? Just let the ECM worry about it right? E3 plugs make a HUGE difference, I'd install them now.
Nothing worse then riding with a guy that doesn't maintain until it breaks on the trail.
No kidding. Maintenance is key
Need to keep those sleds covered if on an open deck. People think because they are in the snow all the time it's no problem getting wet when trailering but they don't realize how much more corrosion salt spray causes than just plain water. Not to mention the road sand also getting in your clutches and brakes.
@@machine7767 sleds kept outside need covers, trailered sleds are even worse. To me that's abuse and my bikes quads and sleds are all kept in my shop locked up safe
With your input with the oem ...please ask them to stop using every different bolt / fastener they can find ....torx are crap compared to a shouldered hex head 10 /12 mm ... fewer tools needed and less chance of stripping fasteners esp in the backcountry ....
Mike Gatherall
I totally agree that if the oem used a limited number of different sized bolts and nuts /fasters we could all pack less tools and save time grabbing the wrong size wrench.
Watcha doin with the blowtorch?
We use it to burn off the threads on the side of the track.
Change drive belt at 500 miles to 700. I have put 4000 on drive belt. Just clean and take care of your stuff.
On a mountain sled?
Never use red scotch Brite near an assembled engine. The fibers are metal and get through filters and into the engine.
Green scotch Brite is much safer.
Polaris products endorsed......
400-500 miles? I have 3000 shooting for 4
400-500 mountain miles.
Still a great video but I had to laugh when he is saying use everything that Polaris has designed the machine (oil, coolant) while having an aftermarket silencer on it for the weight savings and the cooker. I do know they would make a lighter silencer if they could actually get away with it.
500 miles per belt?????? Are you nuts?
Hes talking hard mountain miles, not running smooth lake or groomed trails
Dad??