Arctic Cat Adapt clutch DIY install on 16'-22' Cat sleds.

[@thenickolaso]

Thank you so much for the fast reply really looking forward to doing this great channel!

[@MarcelCuthbert]

Top notch tutorial

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Thanks!

[@rotaxrules100]

Secondary bolts needs to be torqued with out a belt otherwise it can come loose Seen it happen before

[@richoutdoors8962]

Great video. This new primary clutch from Arctic Cat is supposed to be amazing. Can’t wait to ride my brand new TCAT.

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Yea, guys who have swapped out the team for the adapt say it runs much better with the adapt

[@bcbrando7678]

Very good specific info for cat guys love the channel!

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Thanks

[@ponycarfan]

Very good info. This is on my list for the Riot this fall.

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Just wish the Adapt wasn’t so expensive

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Just wish the Adapt wasn’t so expensive

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Just wish the Adapt wasn’t so expensive

[@johnrafferty5266]

Nice work I like this mod plus less rotating weight

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Thanks

[@PaulCTownsend]

Nice I take it the long side goes in towards the center of the clutch.

[@Rational_Party]

Great vid. I have a 2017 MC and a 2018 M6000 that will both need this upgrade eventually. The 933 clutch mentioned in this vid has been replaced by the 0746-965 clutch which is less than $400. Any thoughts on spring/weight, as the Adapt clutch uses a spring with a softer initial rate and I think slightly lighter weights comparably... ??

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Spring rates can really vary depending on the rider and what weights you use. If you have a spring, I would start with it and see how it performs. Then choose a spring with a rate tailored to your needs.

[@Rational_Party]

@@mountainsleddergarage8627 Mostly interested in weights as the clutch comes with a spring but it's different than the Team clutch spring specs... Have to guess on weights based on newer sleds. Difficult because no m6000 exists in Adapt years, and Suzuki 800 does not like lugging at all from my experience, so setups for CTEC 800 may not be ideal... How did your 2016 sled work out weight wise?

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

We ride at 8-10,000 feet here. I decent starting weight for an 800 is a 56g or 58g.

[@coreylawrence-o4q]

Will this setup working on my 2018 thundercat ZR9000 998turbo?

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Yes, you can put an adapt clutch on your 18’ zr 9000. Make sure you get an adapt clutch from a current 998, I believe the crank taper on the 2-strokes is different.

[@johnbarnard6983]

Are you not installing the damper ring on the new adpative clutch? I thought it was recommended even on the new adaptive clutch. Thank you for all your great videos!

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

That is the question of the century. Cat has had that ring on there for many years. People have been taking them off for many years without any issues. If I’m building a lightweight sled I’ll take it off, otherwise I don’t go to the trouble of removing it. The clutch in the video was brand new out of the box and don’t come with the ring.

[@johnbarnard6983]

Thank you! I know it serves a purpose if you have an electric start on your machine as the ring is required, but I didn't see the reason behind the damper ring unless it was for some clutch weight thing. I didn't want to not install it on my new adaptive clutch if I was going to mess something up by omitting it. Glad to hear you didn't install it and have not had any issues. Thanks again!

[@tayloringram9809]

I have a 2016 ZR 9000 with a cracked primary clutch, trying to find the right one for my sled. I see the clutch for the 6000, 8000 are compatible with the 2016 sleds but the 9000 is listed as a 2017 and on replacement, I'm about to call country cat and see what's going on with that assuming they know anything. Any feed back would be great.

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

I believe the 9000 uses the 30mm taper clutch. The 2-strokes use the 33mm taper clutches.

[@Pungy002]

Great information.

[@DeanRabas]

I am just doing the adapt upgrade now to a 2016 zr8000 snow pro. Here is what I have a question on. It looks like the 2016 clutch bolt (2623-180, 152mm long) is different than the 2022 bolt (1623-792, 157mm long) which is actually the bolt used on the arctic cat clutches (2014). The 2023 bolt (2623-308, 132mm long). I believe the small spacer/washer is 5mm. So if I figured this right Arctic cat wants a 127mm for length from the end of spacer to go into the crank. With the set of the team bolt and spacer from 2022 you are at 122mm so basically 5mm short which since you have been doing this apparently is fine. If want to get to 127mm deep with spacer you would need to take 5mm off of length. Stock spacer is 30mm long. If you want to make your own spacer they are 20mm OD x 30mm long (25mm if want same depth) with clearance hole for 12mm bolt. Thanks.

[@stevetrepanier4351]

Very helpful, thank you. I have a very old cat but thinking of upgrading. One thing I don't understand: can you describe how the auto tension feature works? to me it looks like the secondary bolt you removed would normally act like stop for how tight it can close, and when you remove it the spring just applies constant pressure to the belt and the sheves force the belt up higher on the secondary, makign it tighter. This is only possible due to the idler on the primary; so the belt won't overheat. I haven't found a description of how it works. Does that make sense?

[@garpathen100]

I’ve put a a PB 80 on a 17 m8. Cvteck says plug and play. Any thoughts on this thx

[@jonathengattenby1113]

Where is the video on putting one on the 14 and 15 sleds

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Sorry, haven’t made a video on that. I do t have access to a 12-15 proclimb.

[@AkSnowriders]

I am gonna do same setup on my 16 for next yr

[@98xjroks]

Do you know if the Adapt Clutch can be shimmed for optimum belt the sheave clearance? Ironically, both of mine are closer to .050 than the desired .020

[@edlonglad3230]

Excellent channel. Can these be installed on pre 16 sleds? I have a 14 1100 turbo with the older clutch. Keep up the great content!

[@LaneGiesler-KL5PK]

35mm taper and not flat on the back of it. So no won't work unfortunately

[@jakerose3389]

Can you explain the additional things that would need to be done on a 2012 f800. Looking at getting the adapt for my sled. Currently have the big fin secondary.

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

You would need to make sure the primary and secondary are aligned perfectly. You will also need a longer belt

[@bennyb6071]

excellent teacher

[@thenickolaso]

What is needed to install this clutch on a 2013 xf800 procross? In detail? Really interested in getting one after watching your awesome video looks like it’s going to be a great clutch!

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

If you want to also update the secondary clutch to the Team clutch you’ll need a new jackshaft. You can you the stock 13’ secondary. You’ll need to align the clutches like the 19’ and newer alpha. Look it up in the service manual for like a 22’ alpha. You’ll use the secondary shim washers for your year to space the secondary clutch on the shaft. (#26 in the parts diagram) You’ll need to use the belt deflection shims in your secondary (part #29 in diagram) so the belt is tight at rest and rides high up in the secondary, like a new alpha. Link to parts diagram www.countrycat.com/arctic-cat-parts/#/Arctic_Cat/2013_XF_800_SNO_PRO_LTD_BLACK_%5bS2013XFHLEUSB%5d/DRIVE_TRAIN_SHAFTS_AND_BRAKE_ASSEMBLIES_%5b96878%5d/S2013XFHLEUSB/96878/y

[@thenickolaso]

Is there any belt changes you know of that will need to be done with the stock driven ? Also I was thinking of updating it to the team, Looked into it seen i needed the jack shaft and a oversized bearing in the chain case? Does it affect my sprocket or is it the same diameter splines and just a bigger bearing surface on the shaft? I understand I’m asking a lot but every piece of information helps !

[@Bignardo18]

Can i use the adapt front clutch on my 16zr9000 ?

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

I’m not 100% in the know on that. Is the 16’ 9000 still the cat 1100 turbo motor, is it the Yamaha motor?

[@RoboDriller]

What are you using to hold the spare belt on the belt gaurd on the 18 mc @ 12:09

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Velcro straps. Arctic sells them for this. I bought mine on amazon.

[@jeffwiedemann6339]

Can you put a adapt clutch on a 15 zr6000rr

[@mariodacunto9298]

Question, so remove the adjust bolt? It will self adjust??

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

If you have a 16 or 17’ and put on an Adapt clutch, yes remove the adjustment screw and nut on the secondary and it will self adjust belt deflection. On the 16-17 you’ll also want to use the longer belt. Cat part number 0627-111

[@mikeblake4026]

On the 16&17 what belt do you use

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

You want a belt that will ride up about a 1/8 above the secondary at rest. Honestly your stock belt will work but not ideally because it’s not long enough to ride that high. Probably want the use the 18+ belt that came on the zero belt deflection clutches. 627-111 belt

[@z06vette10]

Will the adapt clutch work on a 16 ZR 7000?

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

I believe the 4-stroke motor has a different taper on the crankshaft

[@samergitani9261]

No need for balance gear? If yes where it can be found?

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

That’s the question on the century. Guys have been asking that question and taking it off for as long as Cat has been putting the plate on there. At least 10+ years. I’ve never seen a legit answer to the question. No one that I have ever seen has ever had a problem because of removing it and saving the weight.

[@98xjroks]

Very informative. I’m in the process of converting my 17 & 18 over to the Adapt. Which weights did you install in this video; 58g or 60g? Also, are you running the balancing gear on either machine?

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Weights are dependent on your riding altitude. Here in utah guys are using either 56 or 58 cat weights.

[@98xjroks]

I’m also in Utah. I’ll do some digging to find out which is best between the two. Thanks again, I enjoy your videos.

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

The Edge Powersports says they have guys using 56 & 58’s here in utah. Have you already bought your adapt? I have a brand new one in the box set up with 58 grams weights if you need a whole clutch.

[@fasterdura1772]

Very though rule for the beginner riders

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Thanks, try to make very simple to understand

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

Thanks, try to explain things so the beginner garage mechanic to do their own work without problems

[@ACatKrom]

Terrible advice. You will end up destroying the secondary by trying to assemble it with the belt in place. It gives false torque readings It shaves aluminum from the splines. Both cause the outer sheave to spin on the shaft and back the bolt out It will leave you stranded with a stripped clutch, and sled that doesn't move

[@billmichalchuk5453]

Cat sucks all the way ,no customer service, buy a 20,000 sled , no one can fix , and they Don give a shit

[@mountainsleddergarage8627]

What can’t they fix?

[@glenmaga87]

Been cat for 45 years now fed up . Have a 11 m8 and cant buy a secondary clutch . Now this is only a play around sled for me but there will plenty of people still wanting to use these and now they all out of luck terrible terrible.