Thanks for checking out my channel! I specifically wanted the 4-wheel steering for snowblowing. It makes turning around at the end of the driveway a breeze. The front wheels are just a pivot point and the rear tires turn the machine. The x390 is great for lawns but snowblowing is so much easier with 4-wheel steering. I had a x324 before this one and it was awesome as well. I really love the power steering and power lift system of my x394 though.. it is definitely worth the little bit extra money for the 4-wheel steering. I upgraded my chains this year to a diamond pattern with v-bars.. the tractor is really smooth on the hard ice and I never get stuck. That’s another advantage of 4-wheel steering is if you get stuck in a rut, just turn the wheel as you back up and it drives right out of it…

@@supertrucker2077 thank you for that info! My father owned a John Deere 445 AWS (predecessor to the current x734) for many years and I agree that AWS is GREAT for blowing snow! Superior in my opinion to two wheel steering. My concern was the width of the rear of the x394 in relation to the width of the blower. Your excellent videos do not seem to show any drawbacks in that regard.

Yeah these old outboards can sometimes be pretty frustrating.. my only advice would be to try tightening the bolts first, just a little bit, try not to over do it.. the idea is to get them to move.. if that doesn’t work I’m assuming you’ve already used some pb blaster or something similar to try and get some of the corrosion off?? Sometimes bolts are just too stuck and you need to break them off, remove the part and drill/tap the new hole.. believe me I’ve been in your situation before and it’s not fun, but it is fixable so try not to get too frustrated, be patient and don’t be afraid to try getting some help if you need it.. good luck with your engine and thanks for checking out my KZbin channel!!

There is a video by redneckoligist ?? That shows how to get starter off. Good luck!

They’re a great machine and I’m still very happy with my x394 so far. If you are going to use it for snowblowing I would recommend the x394 because it steers so much better with the blower on.. if you’re just doing mowing and yard chores I’d recommend the x390. Hope it helps.

I’m sorry you’re having so much trouble with your atv. Honestly I got rid of my Alterra not long after this video. The engine started burning oil badly and needed a rebuild. I don’t think Alterra has the same build quality as the older Arctic Cat atvs. I’m not buying another Alterra again that’s for sure! Thanks for checking out my channel and good luck with your atv..

@@supertrucker2077 mine is a 13 500xt and I love it but looks like I may have to do a whole clutch

Hey thanks for checking out my channel! Yeah Jacob’s boat held up pretty well for last year but he just sold it and has moved on to another toy… 1985 Bolens Diesel Tractor! He’s becoming a really talented mechanic and has improved his welding skills quite a bit since this video..

Hey man did you have trouble finding a belt for it or is it just me

It’s a plastic impeller. Rubber is around 1/4 inches thick or so. We tested it yesterday with a heavy snowfall and very soft ground. The blower worked great, but ingested a few rocks and broke some sheer pins.. otherwise everything is fine.

@@supertrucker2077 Thank you very much

He used to weld with his work boots on, but one day a large piece of molten metal went and burned through his boot and he couldn’t get his foot out of it until he untied it etc.. he ended up with a pretty severe burn. He welds with crocs on so if metal hits his foot, he can quickly kick off his shoe and dunk it in water.. I know it’s not the osha approved method but it works for him. I see a lot of people welding in flip-flops.. maybe they’re onto something?? Thanks for checking out my channel.

Thanks for checking out my channel! I’m completely in agreement with you. The 4- link chains ride much more bouncy . I’ll be buying some 2- link for next year for sure!

There’s about a 1/2” gap in the impeller originally.. it doesn’t sound like much but it makes a big difference. The blower is driven by a belt that runs off the pulley on the bottom of the engine. There’s an electric actuated clutch on the crankshaft that runs the mower and snowblower.. thanks for watching!

Stop hitting on him.

@@lyman135 That's what happens when you drink Bud Light Beer.

Hey thanks for checking out my channel! I made a video a few years ago of how I did my impeller modification if your interested.. sounds like you have a pretty solid setup with your tractor..

@Supertrucker207 I already did the mod to my blower, but thanks. I will check out the video to see if it's different from what I did. I will be watching you. Well, that sounded weird. 🤣

@@noworriesmate5903 😂🤣😂

I have the set up. A 318 with the JD hard cab.

@Jamie Partington I even watched Snowplow in July.