2021 polaris Has a Recall and other Issues!!!

[@cnmn9493]

The one liners is worth the watch! The Mechanic work is just a bonus.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

haha thanks! 🍻

[@jasonlepak9290]

This is a perfect video to show people who buy a new sled that they need to take it in after 500 miles for service. Every snowmobile manufacturer tells you to bring your sled in for service after 500 miles so they can check over the sled and address any issues. Your videos are great and always a good laugh. Keep up the good work and beer drinking.

[@EYECOMEINPEACE]

Best sled channel out there.and this dude is only about 45 minutes from me. I should stop over for some beers one day.. my 2 sons and I watch every one

[@stevetheriault4164]

Im from BOBCAYGEON

[@EYECOMEINPEACE]

@@stevetheriault4164 haha I have family there 🤟

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks!! that's awesome of ya to say and thanks for watching and subscribing. there's always some cold ones in the fridge 🍻

[@vinceschaeffer]

I love how you're just "bombing" on polaris's new sleds 😄 I enjoy wrenching but not on the newer sleds, guess I'm old school savvy. thanks for sharing rndh ✌️

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol thanks! 🍻

[@shperax]

Don't forget. The American made motto is. make it cheap as possible to maximize profits. The Japan one is make it better than anyone else and spare no expense.

[@MrHugawa]

Wow, that was definitely a Friday afternoon built sled. It is absolutely incredible that a sled with 3,000 km has all those issues, it can't be a coincidence... their quality control department need to be fired. That was a great video, very informative, every Polaris owner or any potential Polaris owner need to watch this video. As usual, very entertaining as well... great job sir !!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thank you! 🍻

[@coryernewein]

@@rednecksdirtyhands I'll stick with my old snow pony for sure🤙

[@funtyes1970]

Tell the truth I think it owner error . I dont care what brand sled it is if you don't take care of it and beat beat hell out of it you will have problems

[@stevenbaker9327]

@@funtyes1970 yep..and most people never adj. the drive chain or change the chaincase oil!

[@heywud10]

Friday engineered. Like everything produced today. Built for service.

[@bookmark1958]

“I’ll try not to flash my butt crack here. “ Thanks for the consideration.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol you're welcome!! 🍻

[@chrislarmour8140]

Those 2 blocks on Botha sides have a set screw that are supposed to be pushed tight against that said bearing . An it’ll hold it tight . Ticky boo 😂

[@scotty3981]

At that milage I'd have a look at the jackshaft bearing. They have been using cheap bearings for the last few years.

[@kdmigloo]

Just scrap the pile of junk.. Im keeping my older stuff forever, no more overpriced new piles of crap.

[@ryanxcr800]

Not a cheap bearing it's non greasable is what the problem is... 🙄

[@stevenmaines9114]

​@@kdmigloosaid the skidoo owner.

[@jamesshively8239]

Love the videos Pete, just found the channel after picking up a Yammie 700 Mountain Max. Definitely interesting to see the build quality of the new machines that cost $15k+ as opposed to the oldie but goodie I picked up for 800 bucks. Nice one!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks! 🍻

[@h2ofilms-freshfrozen989]

The slop on the upper drive shaft is unforgivable , I have owned them all including a 2010 Polaris Rush that was a sweetheart for 7000 trouble free miles , replaced ONE driveshaft bearing and 2 high pressure fuel filters , Have an apex ltx and a viper xtx in the fleet , to Polaris defense on the non drain plug the reason is that they WANT you to have to crack case that way you will inspect chain and gears , makes sense ! Great vids as always.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thank you! 🍻

[@orionwarren4244]

What a pile. I'm an American and this is a testament to what happens when China has done the heavy lifting for decades. Our workforce has gotten way soft on the skilled craftsmanship. Used to be the other way around, not that long ago.

[@thatmodshop7160]

@RedNecks & DirtyHands that sled looks like most of my customers vehicles lack of routine maintenance, rode hard put away half broken some people shouldn't own machines unless they can service them or make sure the regular seasonal maintenance is done. Good work per usual 😎🤙🏁

[@grahamjensen7573]

As you were talking about recalls, month back were at a local Polaris dealer talking to a saleman they kinda stuck with about 12 sleds spring order the buyers walk way as soon as they hear there another recall and sled going to be delayed for 2023 that hurts dealer for sure and there not the cheap ones at about $25000 each

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

yeah that sucks!! and the prices on them just keep going up..

[@stevetheriault4164]

I CAN REMEMBER TAKING A RISK 30 YEARS AGO ,,WHEN I WALKED INTO THE FIRST IN ATHERLY ,,NASTIEST STRIP JOINT AROUND🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ryanxcr800]

If you survived the first you survived the Corona virus lmfao (atherly arms)

[@stevetheriault4164]

@@ryanxcr800 YEAH BUDDY CORONAS GOT NOTHIN ON THAT PLACE 😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@ryanxcr800]

@@stevetheriault4164 definitely a dump but they had some real cold beer 🍺 lol

[@lobbyrobby]

I recently bought a 21 polaris assault 850 146. I've only rode it once so far and it didn't blow up or break down so that's a win in my book.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol Nice One! 🍻

[@stevenmaines9114]

They have a recall for the fuel line rubbing amd puting a hole in it id check it or take it in have them fix it.

[@davessparetime83]

On the Parts breakout on those upper bogie wheels it looks like the block with the set screw is suppose to push and be locked against a wave washer up against the inner bearing race. Bearing is 3514303 Polaris #.

[@ryanxcr800]

100%

[@mikespooner63]

Good stuff.. Working on sleds & drinking bl's 🍻 nice👍

[@krisi.2011]

Crazy that new of a sled and that's the quality in which factory makes them for 20k crazy my skidoo is nothing like that

[@jmcgoo4270]

Totally awesome video. I LOVE your channel. Very informative and honest assessment of all types of machines.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

Thank you very much! glad you are enjoying them 🍻

[@jmcgoo4270]

I worked in TV editing for 45 years. Your comedic timing is insanely funny. You have more knowledge about snowmobiles and ATVs and everything else. I want to get my sled fixed by u but I know your busy as hell. Lol. Blowing up that 21 Polaris was off the hook funny Wow keep it up. telling everyone I know about your channel. Been watching for just over a year

[@Chad.Heinrich.]

It’s a good day when Pete posts 🤘.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol thanks! 🍻

[@mitchellholroyd2837]

Good info on the quality of Polaris. Much appreciated

[@happyindeed6392]

Obviously that sled has been neglected. After breakin any sled should have the chain case oil changed.

[@jeffnicks2128]

Definitely a problem with those upper wheels on the skid, I checked the ones on my zr 8000 and they were tight. Cat rules have a good one

[@funtyes1970]

Lol cat rules sure that why there sales been going down last 5 years . Cat used to be great not anymore and I owned 7 cats sleds in my life time today I wouldn't touch s brand new cat

[@stevenmaines9114]

​@@funtyes1970ummm that cuz skido sued rhem and rhey had to stop maken them for a year. Cats have best stuff now that yamaha quting building then witj car there be useing the motors in them

[@scottdillon7452]

Love your videos, I’ve got a 2011 Polaris 550 IQ shift just had a top end rebuild, only has 1700 miles

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks! yeah that sucks to hear I always thought the 550's were great engine's 🍻

[@stevenmaines9114]

Iqs are just so r the fuzons . Iv hurd they have alot problems

[@alancall5113]

Love it when you rip on Polaris Merry Christmas brother

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol Merry Christmas 🍻

[@snowmobile_pics_from_canad8681]

have a 12 assault, top wheel design is very similar.. that little spacer up top, your able to tighten, and it solved all my issues

[@prodant76]

It is the same on my Khaos, upper wheels are loose just as on this machine and video, I have very low milage on my sled, guess this is quite common thing.

[@fofx4rd22]

I live around 3 hrs from him and I really do think I need to brink my sled and atv its hard to find people that take pride in there work and he definitely does

[@cliffperigo307]

There is a direct plug in for heated helmet shields under dash I have same sled different color. Remove the cover above gas tank there is a cluster of wires for accessories

[@davidbrennan5]

I am looking at getting a sled after about 15 years, the new sleds scare me some. I am kind of leaning towards a used apex or something from the late 90's to mid 2000's that I can easily repair. The new sled prices are nuts.

[@ericoverdorff8880]

Four stroke Yamaha motors are bullet proof. They are quite a bit heavier than 2 strokes but if your riding groomed trails weight isn't a problem. Saya me anyway.

[@davidbrennan5]

@@ericoverdorff8880 I moved to southern Ontario about 6 years ago, mostly trail riding around here, not a lot of lakes where I live now. We really don't get a lot of snow. Sled would get used maybe 6-10 weeks out of the year. The apex seems to be the most bang for the buck. I can get a nice one for around $4500 coming from old early 90's sleds this would be a big upgrade to me. I was thinking a xc700 or a xcr800 or thundercat would be a lot of fun if I could find a nice one. I just want something snappy that has good top end.

[@ericoverdorff8880]

@@davidbrennan5 stick with the apex. Yamaha's quality and control department was on their A game when they were making those sleds. The fit and finish is second to none and the motor will still be running strong,,, just about forever. The bush plane circle has been using those apex motors in their airplanes. They are unquestionably reliable and make HUGH! Horsepower numbers when boosted.

[@davidbrennan5]

I am leaning that way. Stock hp should be plenty for this area. I could pick up 2 of them for 10k with a trailer. New sled would cost me over 20k, can't justify that for 10 weeks use per year. This area gets maybe 4-6 feet of snow max. I don't really need a light machine or a long track here.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

can't beat an apex for quality and reliability!! great trail sled and hold their value!!! 🍻 not the easiest to work on but not the worst either lol

[@kochykoo]

man I aint laughed like that in a long ass time. you funny as all hell

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

🤣 cheers 🍻

[@joshuagunderson6065]

The set screw make it not move over needs to be tightened play is normal on top shaft

[@billbrown4240]

Excellent videos, really enjoy your content and the humorous side to your repairs, when you are doing an engine rebuild what make/brand of pistons would you recommend. Thanks again and keeps those videos coming

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thank you! I appreciate the positive feedback and ya can't beat the wiseco pistons 🍻

[@randynantais214]

Love your channel Pete. I have learned a lot when I'm not laughing from your jokes. Where area is your location at. Keep up the awesome videos.

[@ridgedbullet2420]

Used to call my old Indy a polarturd. 500km on a brand new crate engine all brand new internals blew up. Can't expect anything of quality from them

[@darrenmccullough2180]

You should try and figure out how to do this on stage as a comedy act with all these one-liners. Take it on the road. Just don't forget to take the beer fridge.

[@cliffperigo307]

If you put sled on its side turn skid 90 degrees to sled it comes out nicely

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

good tip! 🍻

[@bigmurph1447]

The skidoo backcountry top wheels are loose like that to atleast on the 2021. They have the same setup on top wheels with the collar with the set screw. I loosen the set screw and push the collar over against the wheel seam to take up the play. My 2022 the upper wheels are tighter but still have little play. But the skidoo's have the cmotion suspension where it tilts side to side. You should check ur buddies backcountry top wheels.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

Good tip!! thanks for the info, I'll have to check buddy's back country for sure!! 🍻

[@nicoracien1924]

Pulled out one like this from the trail with my 2004 xc haha... it had a broken jackshaft... 2000km on it.... The secondary was moving a feet side to side... and the guy asked me if it was normal.... worst if it was fixable on trail side...haha best polaris are 2002-2005 !!!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

🍻

[@billdwyer7897]

That was fun ! 😂,, What poor quality on that Polaris

[@gordonliddy9418]

My 900 rmk was the same way with the chain tightening. Such a giant pain in the ass to check the fluid level. Was always a big Yamaha fan and will probably go back to them after owning a Polaris.

[@stevenmaines9114]

Well 24 is the last yr for the yamacat

[@kkamp0528]

Been a die hard skidoo guy my whole life for sleds and Yamaha for everything else but got a deal on a 19 8000rr Arctic cat crossing my fingers ..That low of miles on a polaris is disappointing wow 🤣

[@bergracing5b547]

We put shim washers on our xcr 600's to take up that movement, but ours didn't seem to be that bad though.

[@davea5113]

How many Polaris 800cc engines blew up, most dealerships were back ordered topends for like months.

[@stoddern]

Paint a bass boat with that glitter.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol Nice One! 🤣🍻

[@joestallbaum1593]

It amazes me how many people just ride these things and don’t do any maintenance, it’s evident from the chain case, belt deflection and plugs that he hasn’t touched it since he brought it home, how can you fault a manufacturer for that. As for the wheels, if you ride them in low snow or dirt that will happen, the bearing is harder than the shaft and it looked worn to me. Again 1800mi. and no maintenance.

[@Freneticburn]

yamaha owners 😆 They think everything is a yamaha

[@dougkeathley9666]

Once again another great video. Can't wait to be able to order some merchandise so I can support RN+ DH here in northern lower Michigan. Keep er going gents...Cheers!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thank you! and thanks for the support!!! we will get some merch available very soon 🍻

[@fairbanksairriders]

Saw a Polaris documentary on KZbin that said the Fusion broke sled sales records for Polaris and helped to save the company not ruin it. Still the Fusion has a bad rap. Maybe there were so many made that a lot of them were abused and blew up.

[@stephentardif1028]

Check your bearing internal clearance . 6004 2rs c3 has a lot of internal clearance these are designed for service in motors. Use bearings without the c3 nomenclature

[@rjxjsbuz6290]

Wifes 2020 Polaris pro s 600 didn't come with any chain case oil from dealer went to change at 500 miles not a drop in it... come on Polaris!!!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

wow! just wow!! so much for paying for freight and PDI eh! 🍻

[@rjxjsbuz6290]

True that!! Awesome channel bro... didn't have great snow here in NY so been watching snowmobile vids and you have great content!!

[@ronstewart4241]

Sir you are hilarious 😂. Seriously, Polaris does suck!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

haha thank you! 🤣🍻

[@hunterb1215]

Maintenence takes a whole new level my god

[@Pupperkins]

I’m thinking that was not serviced after the break in

[@shawnpaku391]

Entertaining as hell

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

lol thanks! 🍻

[@otahu26]

I've had over 20 polaris.. Your right. Polaris are cheap and junkie.. Used to be cheap to buy for a reason. I stopped buying them in 2012 after my FST switchback cost me 50 grand of my own money to keep it going for the 3 years I owned it.

[@hunterb1215]

Crazy used to have a storm never had an issue polaris is really fucking up

[@coryernewein]

That silver in the oil means the gears self clearanced right?...right?

[@MoneyGrip70]

Polaris has seemed to have horrific problems ever since the POS Fusion came out. Ur hard on ski-doo's,, in my opinion Polaris has dropped the ball a wee bit more

[@jeremychippett905]

And yes my 2010 rmk is like that top shaft. But not that loose the wheels just float a little bit

[@gregory5874]

I had 2000 srx and 99 vmaxx the skid on those were so thin rail thickness from the factory they were prone to crack just trail use come on Yamaha lol

[@markbarber7839]

They pump out new models without service considerations. Our 2018 Outlander steering shaft bearings are ridiculous. They need grease all the time and 3hrs to get to them

[@huronv9500]

You should get your self a head mounted camera. It would make your life much easier.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

not a bad idea right there! cheers 🍻

[@snipervision1]

That deserves an Ata BOY! Good work sir. Cheers!

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

haha thanks! cheers 🍻

[@ericsmith3406]

Love what your doing good times

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thank you! 🍻

[@chrisdybka3166]

Hey Pete.. I enjoy watching your video's. How do I get a couple of those sweet "She Dangles" decals for my sleds?? Time to represent down here in NY..

[@michaelhastie7324]

Well at least the owner didn't pay big money for that thing...

[@joelaichner3025]

Bigger hp numbers don’t matter , when your told don’t start it or else !

[@MoneyGrip70]

Two best Polaris sleds were the 1979 TXL 340 and the 800 Indy Storm😎

[@stevenmaines9114]

All wedge polaris are good and edge chassie

[@joelaichner3025]

The Venom Industries , Team Tied secondary clutch is nice , I like mine

[@jeremychippett905]

I gotta polaris been riding them all my life basically back and fort from polaris to yammi and the polaris is famous for loosing wheels underneath in short time. At least the ones I have had. And the one I have now blows oil out the exhaust like crazy lol. But she rips there's no doubt about that.

[@stephentardif1028]

Ps the std clearance bearings won’t do nothing for the upper supports wheels with skinny shafts

[@markkrathbun3415]

I have a 98 Indy 500 should be okay

[@nateruh3698]

no my wheels are tight on the shaft.something wrong there.great video.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks! 🍻

[@johnbeaulieu8605]

They have been like that for years .

[@Timcanniff311]

I swear the tracks the factory puts on at Polaris are just shit all my buddies ride them, 1000 miles in the lugs are missing, rips and tears, I’m a Yamaha guy with composit track rolling on 3000 miles

[@coolhawk2003]

oil draining don't need that. Lol like the cell phone headset jack , you don't need that. You want it but you don't need it

[@davidking8909]

The chain tensioner is a plastic shoe. Need to remove and install the old school roller.

[@kevinscheifele6833]

I'm like 2 hours from you... not a flake of snow.... Mother nature is tri polar! Cheers from Ontario.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

cheers🍻

[@cliffww]

Lol, learned something from watching this vid

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

🤣 cheers 🍻

[@billbutler3339]

Merry Christmas Pete

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

Merry Christmas 🍻

[@GoBrewers12]

Polaris is just junk lol. Thank god I ride a new Yamaha Viper. Never leaves me stranded or get a recall letter in the mail from them.

[@darrenbrown3121]

How can I add more horsepower to my 900 ace. Non turbo. Great fn channel

[@papabill6313]

Every mfg has a issue with ethanol based fuel, Only Polaris did a self announced recall. The other brands will be forced to do the same soon enough.

[@bartdaw6681]

I have a 2023 Indy and a 2022 Indy and Polaris fixed the 2023 before it was delivered and the fix is a stainless plate between the stator and the gas tank, so says my salesman. The 2022 looks identical except for the paint scheme and Polaris tells me that there is no recall on that sled. It will be interesting to see if the recall works.

[@BCJ371]

The fix is replacing a few metal parts in the tank with plastic. Jesse James on KZbin had a video showing the fix kit.

[@bartdaw6681]

@@BCJ371 thanks, I will see if I can find the video.

[@joelaichner3025]

I’m a Polaris Guy , and that’s junk !

[@hunterb1215]

Crazy for the price they want for these wow

[@jimbeam9176]

That's what Poo are know for.. braking down and recalls

[@cnmn9493]

Where do I get a "she dangles sticker" my sled needs one! Cause she dangles! Lol

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

workin on getting them out soon! 🍻

[@gypsyxxx]

good one Pete

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks! 🍻

[@jean-phillipegagnon2120]

Polaris is just garbage Yamaha all day 👌

[@Jspackman]

You mean arctic cat?

[@bartdaw6681]

Until you have to adjust the valves.

[@jeremychippett905]

My body can't take the beating of a yamaha all day I'll tell ya that. That the biggest notable difference between the 2 is the ride quality. I've always found polaris to have a good riding machine. The only thing that wears out on a yamaha is the rider and his shoulders lol

[@jean-philippegagnon3383]

@@jeremychippett905 adjust the dampening on your shocks don’t need em cranked 😂

[@bartdaw6681]

@@jeremychippett905 that is interesting, I considered a few used Yamaha sleds but was gunshy when I came to the conclusion they were using modified motor cycle engines. I know they make quality products but most sleds are run hard and I figure purpose built two strokes might last longer.

[@RayFMak]

Awesome video ✌🏻

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks! 🍻

[@E33Tpro]

Let's see now, so in the last 3-4 years Polaris had a fuel pump problem, a tank problem easily fixed with a piece of metal shielding and some iffy boogie wheels while Skidoo had seized engines, steering that seized by snow, bad breaks and constantly blown belts, Arctic craps burning to a crisp everywhere and the few that didn't had bent skids, pieces falling off everywhere and engines that never ran right, Yamaha has good engines, crappy electrical and sinks out of sight as soon as you turn off the trail. I think I'll stick to the easily fixed problems and choose Polaris. 😉😁

[@kevincole3352]

Your a piece of work alright

[@jessecameron7268]

New to the channel, but I was curious sense you diffenatly know your snowmobiles. What brand sled would you recommend?? Or which you do you have?

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thanks for following the channel! 🍻 I've always been a fan of yamaha's and arctic cats myself

[@WriterGaming]

That’s what you call Polaris lol I’ll never buy one unless I find out for a penny on the side of the road. Lol.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

haha 🤣🍻

[@markcomisky7106]

Nice One

[@literallyshaking8019]

You sure it didn’t have 30,000km? 😂

[@KcYukon]

good vid

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

thank you! 🍻

[@karlsloan]

Hello Pete. I’m new to your channel and I’m enjoying it very much. I have a question and I’m hoping you can answer it. And that is, do you know what the voltage is from a generating coil? I have a 1996 Skidoo Formula 500 F/C and cannot find what the ACV should be,all that I can find is OHMS. Sure hope you can help. Thanks in advance. Karl. PS at this time I have no spark.

[@rednecksdirtyhands]

good day! and thanks for the support on the channel 🍻 honestly though I'm not too sure what the specs and proper voltage should be...I'd be in the same boat as you and be Google'n it to find out myself. all I could say is test stator for an open winding perhaps? no spark could be caused by a few things...stator kill switch, coil, cdi box...or even just bad wiring or loose grounds..hope that helps! 🍻

[@karlsloan]

@@rednecksdirtyhands Thank you for getting back to me. I have checked the key,thether and kill switches and all connections,all good. I have installed a new decuati CDI from Royal Distrubiting. I have been checking on the internet and all I can find is the OHMS,nothing about ACV. I thought that maybe you would have or know where I could get that information. Karl.