Building Confidence with your Snowmobile - 10 Tips (We're riding!)

[@MyOldSled]

Getting a lot more comfortable on my sled now, but my first year I was nervous taking it off the trail. Being a new owner of an old sled, and doing something you've never done before can be nerve wracking. Just wanted to share a couple of tips that I figured out and helped me get more confident out on my sled. Note: I have permission to ride on the private property Im on in this video.

[@mikehikes3902]

I moved to Alaska for work, having grown up in Texas, and I bought a "snowmachine" my second winter up here. It was for the camaraderie and having something in common with the guys I work with since they had just bought new sleds early in the season, and were all but threatening me to get one. After a few months of listening to them talk about their weekend adventures I caved, and got a 2018 Polaris Pro RMK 800 155". They were Arctic Cat guys, and I got the Polaris just thinking it would be even more of a learning thing for all of us...just more experience for troubleshooting. I had never even ridden one, I had the guy load it up into the bed of my truck and off I went. Got one ride in at the end of March with the guys at work, before my manager sold his, and the other guy moved off after the season. So it basically sat in the shop for a full season ( I cranked it every so often) I finally bought a tilt trailer, and once I loaded the machine on and secured it, unloaded it, went and rode and loaded it back up my confidence went way up. The first day riding with the guys was nerve wracking, because I didn't know if we were sticking to the trail or what..I didn't want to get stuck or anything, and I did (learned some good things) and didn't get stuck again. This area was flat and deep powder off trail, only a few willows and evergreens sparingly, so pretty forgiving overall. The next confidence boost I had was when I got stuck off the highway in the ditch and needed to immediately learn how to side hill, not only that, but to the right, cut a 90 degree turn up and get up out of a 12 foot ditch and over a berm of snow to the highway. This was my 4th time riding. It all worked out, I put my skis out, and leaned back against the slope as much as i could and gave her some braaap. I can say I fully understand the intimidation factor of not only the machine itself, but everything that comes in addition to it, the trailer or sled deck, the maintenance, the avalanche gear and stuff, it is a big undertaking. After the guy left and my manager sold his, I was kind of pissed for awhile, but then I just remembered that it was a pretty fun day, so instead of selling mine, or having no one to ride with, I just took it slow. returned to the first place we rode, and worked on carving for a day, did some minor boondocking, then took it out to a completely new place and explored. That is what kind of solidified it. I found a nearby location to go have fun with it.

[@EmilForsberg_GRYBO]

As a beginner sled i gotta say you picked a pretty terrible one. It's a great sled don't get me wrong, just not suited for beginner riders at all. But as long as you're having fun that's all that matters

[@Joe-kx7bl]

Finding that spot when you’re starting is very important.

[@raymondburelle3425]

Best tip I can give is when your a new rider and approaching a steep hill attack it straight on. And when you get more adventurous and start getting air on a jump don't let go of the throttle. Keep the track spinning so that when you land the track is spinning and you don't lurch forward

[@MyOldSled]

I guess that depends on what's on the other side of the hill. ;)

[@newfie1275]

I bought my first sled back in 2017 a 2016 Arctic Cat Pantera and it took me a couple of seasons to really get comfortable on the sled. I hated winter here in Newfoundland before I bought the sled but now I really look forward to getting snow and love riding the trails.

[@CraigArndt]

Next Level Riding is a great channel, love his stuff. It is even good for a first time rider. I bought my first atv in my late 40s and my first sled at 50. Rode them as a kid but never owned one. Put on hundreds of miles since, its a good fast sled, first gen REV like yours, loads of fun. Another great video.

[@gymkhanadog]

'New' sled (05 RMK 700 151") ran great when I went to see it at the seller's house. Fired up first pull, super easy, no problem (probably had 'er nice and warm!). When I go back the following day to take possession, and then a couple of days later what a bear to start! I'm a gear head, but was dreading having to diagnose a hard start. Learned that I had to crack the throttle to get 'er to fire and then she'd run fine. After a nice close inspection at the carb boots, loe and behold, one carb wasn't fully fixed into the boot and the clamp wasn't very tight. Cracking the throttle allowed the engine to pull more vacuum, and thus pulled the carb into a suitable enough running position to start and run. Plug doesn't show anything bad, she runs beautiful; need to put a bore scope down to make sure that cylinder is in good shape. But talk about checking the basics!

[@MyOldSled]

Hey congrats on the new sled. Glad you figured it out. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@markdickson9718]

Bought my first sled last year and you are bang on. Have to get out when you can and not be intimidated by your machine. Got stuck my second time out this year but luckily I was able to get out of it. Keep making these great videos for us rookies . My first day out I had to climb several snow banks just to access our local trail. Still a little intimidated by the steep bank we have to come out of onto a road to get home.All worth it , thank you!!

[@michaelquatrini4717]

I just recently moved to the north east and was lucky enough to be gifted a 2004 mxz 380f with only 800 miles on it. I came from deep south of the US and had never even seen a snowmobile before. Your videos have helped me tremendously. Especially about being in the moment. I've been worried about breaking something on this new machine I have instead of just enjoying the time spent riding it. Love what you're doing.

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Michael. Glad you are enjoying them. Thanks for letting me know.

[@chucklambert8431]

I appreciate this video….I’m a beginner snowmobiler….just bought my first sled, a 2008 Yamaha Nytro and I gotta tell you going on my first ride with a few of my friends who are MUCH more experienced than me, my confidence was next to zero. We put on 100 miles or so and my confidence was a little better but like you said it’s going to take time and more rides to build it up more and more.

[@MyOldSled]

Hey Chuck. Glad you liked it. Yep you’ll get used to it quick enough.

[@peterweikel7123]

i appreciate the beginner video. my son and i just this weekend picked up our first sleds. they are used and needed a little tlc from years of not being run. fresh gas fresh 2 cycle oil new plugs and they seem to be running good. learning to ride and learning a new area (just moved to Alaska) is proving to be a little uncomfortable.

[@scottmcnabb9122]

I've been riding since I was a kid and now i'am 57 years old but I love your videos . Get tips for first time riders David. One think else and I ride a bit on my own as well David tell someone where your going . At least if something goes wrong they have and idea were you went cheer's david keep up the great work .

[@chrisadams5709]

Thanks Dave .I'm in Saint john N.B .. I'm 43 and have been on motorcycles my whole life..but this is so different..so I bought a 2008 phazer 500 and am taking easy and really love it..Ty for the video..I have been with you for a few years on the channel now..really love the content..

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks Chris. Glad you’re enjoying it

[@klwarhouse]

That damn DESS got me as well!!!! Laughed the whole way home, happy I didn't have to walk back.

[@MyOldSled]

You sure you don’t want to rebuild the top end just in case?

[@lucahoganyt4435]

Probably the best tip I can give coming from someone that used to have no confidence in snowmobiling and used to get stuck all the time and used to have old machines from the 90s that never ran properly. Oh and also has only ever ridden off trail and I'd say I've become pretty good at it. Here's the tip: Fully commit. First example: if you see a hole in the snow in front of you or maybe some open water or ice that looks too thin, of you panic and hit the brakes, you're gonna have bad day most of the time. If you see something in your way that you won't necessarily "hit" but still an obstacle that could slow down or sink your sled, hold the throttle wide open. I was riding in a field a few years ago and there was a big sinkhole in front of me that went about 5 feet down into the ground. I gave it full throttle and even on my old 440 race sled, it was enough to hop over it. My friend was riding behind me. He panicked, locked up the brakes, and absolutely wiped out. Totaled the sled, got away with just a bloody nose. Dropped 5 feet down into dirt at 40-50kph. Same with water skipping. Some guys will panic and hit the brakes, that's how you sink your sled. But even with hill climbs, you need to fully commit. If you let off at the bottom or half way up a steep hill, you're gonna roll it. Or let's say you're taking a turn in deep powder and it feels like the sleds gonna tip or it's just pushing on straight and getting stuck, you need to act fast. Jump onto the inside of the turn, throw your weight as far off the sled as possible while still keeping one foot on, countersteer and hold that throttle wide open. Only way to get the stupid things to turn in deep snow. And if you're on a sidehill, unless you're actually the hulk, you need to keep your momentum up. A sled can hold some pretty impossible looking angles on a hill as long as you give it enough forward momentum. Also know what to do if you lose your edge while sidehilling. If the sled starts to flatten out and track downhill, let it. What you're trying to do at that point is get the sled facing up and down the hill instead of parallel to it. Now what direction you decide to go in depends entirely on your machine. If you have a newer machine with a longer track, tall lugs, and a powerful motor under the hood, then I'd say it's smarter to try and get it to actually climb the hill vertically if that's an option. Then if it starts to wheelie, pull it to one side and re-initiate your sidehill. If it's not a very capable off trail machine, then try and turn downhill then assume neutral position. If the sleds headed right for an "oh sh*t" kinda obstacle, then bail and let the sled take it. I'd rather total put my sled than badly injure myself, that's just me though. And if you do think you're actually the hulk and can turn downhill and then make the sled do a 180° turn and come back up the hill in a sidehill maneuver, then by all means you can try that. But coming from someone who was way too confident in their own strength and tried that, it probably won't end too well for you or in my case, your sled. (R.I.P. my old Renegade 600). Oh and one more tip, I know this comment is turning into a novel. If your machine doesn't have a tether, don't even think about sidehilling it. If you don't know why, and you think that tethers are stupid, let me scare you real quick. What's gonna happen on almost any sled, is if you roll it while sidehilling and you aren't wearing a tether, that throttle is most likely gonna stick wide open. You will end up on the downhill path of the sled if you roll it. That track will be spinning at the equivalent of somewhere between 70-120kph. That's gonna eventually land on top of you unless you're Usain Bolt. That track will literally eat a person. It can literally tear THROUGH a full human in a matter of seconds. I couldn't imagine a much worse way to go than that. I know that got very graphic all of a sudden, but I really want to drill it into peoples heads to never ride without a tether in a technical off trail situation

[@MyOldSled]

THAT explains all the severed torsos on the trail! Thanks for watching Luca!

[@lucahoganyt4435]

@@MyOldSled Lol. I know that it's rare, but I've seen it happen. Luckily we were riding in a group and I was able to jump off and kill his sled before he got badly injured. And it's such a preventable thing, just wear a tether

[@MyOldSled]

Tether is always a wise move to prevent the sled running if you fall off. Guilty of this mistake myself.

[@lucahoganyt4435]

@@MyOldSled Yeah. That's the only safety thing I'm really serious about. I ride pretty recklessly but I never feel like I'm out of control. And honestly both would suck but I'd rather fall off a sled in a field going 150kph than have a sled roll on top of me with the track running wide open

[@Sparaco487]

Ive been doing this a long time since 5 years old and i still some times will hit brakes hard before a surprise ditch or hole then hold it wide open over it, i do that to kinda preload the suspension and give a sled with no high speed ski lift preload to lift the front over like a 600cc. I do it alot but im also fast enough no ones been on me while leading the group

[@BetterAircraftFabric]

Hi, I really like your channel ! - The "My old sled" really appeals to me as my newest snowmachine is from 2008. Over the years I have collected 9 sleds. Never bought anything new. Old Tundra 1989, Yamaha Bravo and Yamakaze 120hp 4 stroke Vikings... Here in Alaska people haul huge loads with these machines, they pull hard and need not that much fuel. I have 4 of them myself, all bought used and abused and nursed back to health. Pulling loads on a 91 miles trip to a homestead works great with them. Looking forward to Winter since I own sleds...Best Regards from Alaska!

[@MyOldSled]

Hi, thanks for watching.

[@snowking55]

Those are some excellent tips Dave! The more you ride the more comfortable you become and the more familiar with your sled you become, which gives you more confidence. When I was young I used to do more crazy things than I do now, but now that I'm older I just like putting along enjoying the scenery and enjoying winter. Snowmobiling is a great sport but you have to respect it and the last tip you gave is an important one, always try to ride with someone, you just never know what might happen. Thanks for the ride Dave!

[@MyOldSled]

Hey thanks King. Glad you enjoyed it. I'll try and get some more up faster. Had both sleds out today.

[@ms79ta]

I have to rebuild my confidence every year. I ride by myself but once I get going I have to try not to get too daring. 😊 I'm a 109 pound girl that likes off trail riding. I love your videos! 👍 You have given me confidence over the last couple of years. Thank you.

[@MyOldSled]

Thank you for messaging Tess. Glad you find the channel useful.

[@trump45and2zig-zags]

Hope you make sure you always have cell service! Storm about got me this winter when my track blew.

[@shperax]

The DESS keys on new sleds are much better then the original DESS. They snap on VERY tight and don't budge. Much better design.

[@Cla55clown]

Thank you! This is exactly the type of vid I was looking for. I'm in my 40s, never owned a sled before but have ridden motorcycles my whole life. Looking to get into sleds with my buddy here in Colorado but not quite sure what I'm getting into.

[@MyOldSled]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@JB-kd5uv]

Thanks for this video. Finally got the sled started yesterday (95 skidoo Touring 500) after being dropped off to me on Sunday. Last time (only time) I was on one was at least 50 years ago (I’m now 57) for a kids bday party. So ya, I’m brand spanking new!! I connected up the electric starter yesterday (needed a new battery) so I got to play around under the hood a bit which was cool. But when I got to started and tried to move it - lots of failing😂. It kept getting stuck - wet snow on the ground and not truly frozen ground I think (I live north of Port Perry, in Durham Region). So, I’m hopeful that was the reason. Lots of backing up , trying to go forward etc. was too scared to go over the snowbank so I stayed in my front yard (tore up a bit of the ground under the snow). So much to learn and get confident with - most importantly is the steering - damn that’s hard!!! Either way, I had fun. Going to put out a message to some local women who like to sled to see if someone can take me out to learn more!! But this vlog was a GREAT help!! Thx!!!

[@MyOldSled]

So nice to hear, both that it helped and that you had fun. Yes, should probably wait for frozen ground and a foot of snow. Don't worry they are hard to turn when you aren't moving much. Reversing will get you stuck easy as skis are designed to go forward. Good luck and have a GREAT season....lots of snow coming to this part of the world....

[@JB-kd5uv]

@@MyOldSled yup! Enjoying watching the snow pile up here. Hoping for lots!! And thx for those extra tips! Happy Holidays.

[@doobyboy21]

Funny how you mention me about Iridium Spark Plugs... I put some in my sled again yesterday ! Great minds think alike ! Thankx Dave ! Enjoy your snow and start carving ! Learn how to counter balance !

[@MyOldSled]

Hey DB! I was doing some stuff on counterbalance in this video, but it was too long already.

[@jonoze247]

one of my tips would be tip it on its side feel the weight of it that can really help you determine if you are physically equipped when you get stuck (not if but when you get stuck)

[@MyOldSled]

Not a bad idea to figure out how to get your machine over on it's side. Easier on my Rev than my '97...

[@rtaskidoo14]

I’m glad I found your channel again I thought I subscribed a few years back but I was wrong but I am now and keep up the good content I love it!

[@rtaskidoo14]

Oh yeah I love you’re 670 by the way such a good machine for it time! I may be young but I like the older chassis more!

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks Rat. Been here waiting for you.

[@brookelovsu]

i’m 14 and i’ve grown up around sleds and people driving them with me on the back, but my parents just bought me one and i just now realized i have no idea how to drive one so now i’m watching so many videos because i’m about to do skidooing in about an hour.

[@MyOldSled]

Heyyy congratulations on your new sled. Have fun and be safe!

[@MyOldSled]

Well, how did you like your first ride?

[@yudax5057]

Oh my gawd, brook gone😱

[@Doppan]

Bought a 800 2016 summit t3. Now I just need to wait until deeper snow comes

[@MyOldSled]

Congrats! Hope you get lots of riding in

[@jftjft5962]

Great video, this is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for sharing.

[@MyOldSled]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@eugenebaroni1298]

Great video. Thanks for the ride along.

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks Eugene. Glad u liked it.

[@raymondburelle3425]

Hi Dave been riding for 4 weeks now this year glad to hear you got out. I know you like topics to talk about here is one for you Ice scratchers do you need them yes or no my new to me 2010 gsx se 1200 came with them. They have a purpose, for ice or extremely hard packed snow the trails here in eastern ontario don't really require them. Unless your on a clear frozen lake. The issue with them is when in powder or loose pack you throw up such a snow cloud that it makes it hard for those behind you to see Needless to say when I took mine off the snow cloud was reduced by about 60% have fun riding glad your having fun.

[@MyOldSled]

These days, with all the trail closures and road running, i would definitely advise scratchers. Planning to do a video on them. Thanks for watching.

[@shperax]

I have a new Ski-doo on spring order. Next year if this covid crap is done i'm gonna ride down south to see you.

[@simonv2248]

Nice video ! I am from Quebec and new on snowmobile too, all your video are very interessting for me ! Keep it up !

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks Simon! Glad you find them useful. Have fun, be safe!

[@matthelgeson1569]

Thanks for making the videos Dave, I have been ready for many years although there was a few years in there I did not ride, you're very informative and bring up points that I have forgotten and it's nice to be refreshed or reminded about things, and you also bring some things up to date as technology and them changes so fast, once again thank you and keep the videos coming!

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Matt. Thanks very much for taking the time to comment. Glad you enjoy the videos.

[@farmark457]

Good video. Have you ever considered doing a video on snowmobile trailers and the different options available and how to load properly. Thx

[@MyOldSled]

I have not. But if I get a trailer, and start trailering, I will ;)

[@MorettiPyrotechnicsLLC]

Love this channel. Did my first trails run with a group of 5 all seasoned riders. My confidence was at 0 but by the end of the 75 miles trip I felt good. I ran my 440 and they all had 600s and 700s so it was a challenge.

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks man, glad you like it. Sounds like a perfect way to get used to your sled.

[@p0vrc708]

Are you going to be making new videos anytime soon? Always interesting and very informal,

[@MyOldSled]

Yep hang inthere

[@doclobster]

We're still solid Dave! Ride on!

[@MyOldSled]

:) hehe....

[@jimdeangelis5932]

Excellent video Dave! I have been riding a long time but needed to relate your perspective to my young family. This is a great way to get them thinking without "Dad's" advice! Thank you!

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks Jim. Glad you liked it.

[@justinoclaire6806]

Thanks helped alot

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Justin. Good to hear. Thanks for watching

[@justinoclaire6806]

Your videos have helped me Soo much thanks for the time you put into helping

[@justinoclaire6806]

@@MyOldSled you have made me a safer and more comfortable with my sled ..I have a 98 Indy 500. Polaris....my first sled.....thank you I'll keep a notification on for your channel

[@logmanfarmsfs8822]

Ride a new to you sled normal till you used to the feel then do the fun stuff like drifting carving, ditch banging.

[@calebl9624]

Do you guys have any good snow up in the Bruce yet?

[@MyOldSled]

Not yet

[@VonSpud]

Thanks .. good advice.

[@MyOldSled]

You're welcome

[@ComicalYT]

Man, I got a sled and had all the confidence in the world, I had one slightly bad crash and now I'm really shaken with the "oh wow this thing can kill me" any tips on reversing that mindset, I was going 45+ bouncing ditch hopping having one hell of a time, then the jump showed me whos boss and I'm like "oh wow"

[@MyOldSled]

Thats right, that thing can kill you. Thats a great lesson to learn. Im really sorry you had a bad experience though. In my experience the way to move past a scare like that is get back to it, take your time, pace yourself. A close call is a great teacher…

[@ComicalYT]

@@MyOldSled I really appreciate that advice, I had to have flown a good 15 feet forward and caught a good 5 feet of air on my first ride, so needless to say I'm a little shell shocked

[@MyOldSled]

Did you damage the machine?

[@ComicalYT]

@@MyOldSled busted windshield, and the visor of my helmet, that’s about it, it did backfire a little but upon restarting after I got up and got my bearings in order

[@MyOldSled]

You’ll be fine. Learn from it. The machine will get easier to manage the more you ride it. Glad it wasn’t anything too serious

[@carolinadave774]

It may be a good idea for an adult to take an on line safety coarse or better yet attend a safety training coarse in your area. some snowmobile clubs offer club group rides. That helped me gain confidence and also to learn the rail system.

[@MyOldSled]

Hi CD...I agree. I did put the text over mentioning taking safety courses. I didn't personally, but you are right, they are a good idea.

[@carolinadave774]

@@MyOldSled could you send me the information for your shed please. I have been looking for the video where you posted the info. Thanks

[@Bergur.Palsson]

Thanks, like your vid's a lot. Yeb, living the moment on the sled

[@MyOldSled]

Hey thanks BP. Glad u like them.

[@cpenney96]

Dan adams is the man. Great guy with great advice. i Watch Burandt alot too and youre videos are extrmely helpful. I got my first own sled this year as well a 2004 mountain cat 900 efi 159. Im used to driving rockets my whole life though in different kinds of machines :)

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Dc. Glad you find them helpful. Hope you have lots of snow this winter.

[@aidenkunsch6007]

Just wondering, I have a two stroke arctic cat t570 and a tz1. How important is it two change the injector jets based on elevation, I haven’t changed them since I bought it.

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Aiden, that’s not really in my wheelhouse as I never ride up in mountains etc. I have a couple of old trail sleds I mess around on. Basically, if you dont change the jet, (assume you mean jet in your carb) you keep getting the same amount of fuel, but less air as altitude increases. For every couple of thousand feet, you lean in out...I’d probably check that with a dealer. How is it running?

[@aidenkunsch6007]

@@MyOldSled I don’t do any serious mountain riding, I stay at about the same altitude most of the time. I just didn’t know is I was supposed to change it after I bought it based on my elevation.

[@Daniel-gt4hg]

Check the plugs after a good rip. Brown like coco powder is perfekt. Grey/white is too lean. Black with sot is too rich.

[@logmanfarmsfs8822]

Hit some drifts. And jump em. You'll really get a feel then

[@raymondburelle3425]

+1 on new riders riding with a more experienced rider. And learn hand signals and what they mean. Sorry for so many comments Dave but I felt like this was an important video with a lot more topics that could have been touched upon

[@MyOldSled]

Comment whenever you like my friend, but this was ten things that helped me feel more confident...hand signals didn’t make me more confident. ;)

[@michaelmurphy7207]

What’s faster your 670 or 600??

[@MyOldSled]

600, by far.

[@MyOldSled]

Its actually funny you asked that. I got the old 670 out for a ride this afternoon.. I felt like it was being neglected :) My buddy took the 600 out and he was surprised how much faster it is than the 670. We were talking about how fast it seemed when I got it, but not compared to the newer sleds....It seems smaller too. To be honest though, the seating is the biggest different. Its much easier to move around the 600. You can't compare the two, but the old S chassis is still a great little sled. Starts and runs every time.

[@jacksonteeple4545]

Just bought 95 arctic cat panther 440 deluxe and it’s a heavy machine so yeah

[@MyOldSled]

Just get out there and do it...it will seem lighter and smaller every time you ride it. :)

[@couchpotatoes5158]

Same, we have 2 arctic cat touring sleds and they were difficult to get used to handling, especially on un groomed terrain

[@viktor7495]

Thank you so much And what pull starter rope should I use

[@MyOldSled]

What model sled do you ride?

[@adampallett8000]

Give cobra cords a try. I use them on all my power sports equipment and they’ve never failed. Plus, if they ever did they have a life time warranty👍

[@viktor7495]

@@MyOldSled 1997-8 mxz 500

[@valhallaawaits6889]

Again, great video and excellent tips Dave. Any advice for my son who wears glasses and has serious fogging issues? He even bought a BRP Oxygen helmet 2 days ago and today while riding, nothing but fog. It was -20 out and visor heat all the way up. Thanks

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks V. Anti fog sprays, wearing giggles over glasses… glasses are always a challebge

[@fairbanksairriders]

Breathe down towards the neck - it works!

[@mtbalot]

My sled kicks my ass every ride, like wrestling a bull LOL. My mates leave me in the dust, while I try to tame the bucking bronco. How can they sit down and disappear in the horizon, while I stand and flail my arms any legs, trying to adsorb the bumps IDK

[@MyOldSled]

Yeah, but after years of riding that sled you will be so strong and so skilled, you will leave them in the dust.

[@MyOldSled]

mtbalot - what kind of sled?

[@mtbalot]

thanks for reply. its a 2014 Yamaha viper SE 4-stroke with Fox air shocks. Im riding forest service roads in Prince George flat land. This in my 3rd year riding, can hardly walk after ride LOL.

[@mtbalot]

@@MyOldSled maybe the shocks are trashed? the air shocks are never as plush as spring + oil. IDK

[@thatalaskaguy]

Nice video and thank you for the shout out. 😀 Your editing skills are amazing! That was a ton of work putting all those clips together with the different angles and then having to get your audio track to sync up... dang, thumbs up and subscribed. 👍

[@MyOldSled]

Hey thanks AG. Stay safe out there.

[@viktor7495]

Can you do a riding video on the 670 please I love the 670

[@MyOldSled]

I’ll see what I can do. Just put new sliders on it and took it out for a run.

[@nicramos8746]

I upgraded from a 380 which was my first sled to a 500ss and I was scared of it for about a month 😂

[@kencampbell4719]

Hey man I just got a mxz 670 I was wondering when you pin it if the front end comes up a bit. My 583 dose but my 670 doesn’t. Supper weird. I only can get it up to 130kmh. Any ideas on how to fix it

[@MyOldSled]

There are a lot of things that affect that. The purpose of the limiter strap is to keep the skis down when you pin it. Sometimes loosening it a bit will help, but i don’t know how the rest of your sled is running. Whats your compression like? What is the track like on each machine?

[@aidenmaves5537]

Loosen limiter strap soften rear shocks

[@kencampbell4719]

@@MyOldSled the compression is 120 and I have a 1 1/2 track on it. But besides that it running great. I’ll check the limiter straps, the guy I got it from said he hasn’t played with anything. What settings would you recommend to be able to get the front end up?

[@kencampbell4719]

@@MyOldSled Any suggested settings for this, I’m only 170 lbs so any idea on what settings I should put it on

[@neon-zeon]

Hi I’ve got a question, my 94 ski doo Stx 583 is sooo hard to pull over and I’ve seen that other ski doos are like that however apparently if I get a bigger recoil design from a bigger ski do it helps it. What would you suggest or is there no fix

[@MyOldSled]

583 is a hard pull. We'll see if anyone has done any mod that helped, I have not. I would recommend doing anything you can to make it easier to start in general...iridium plugs, clean carbs, premium gas...those things won't make it easier to pull over, but it will make it easier to start. My old 670 seemed like a huge chore to start at first...now that I have the hang of the primer it's nothing.

[@Daniel-gt4hg]

I think its because of the routing of the pull cord. Think all recoils are pretty much the same. I have owned a Lynx Rave 670 - 94 and currently a Lynx Rave 800 ptek - 08 ( Lynx are only sold in scandinavia) and my neighbor have a Ski-doo STX 583 and he camplains about it being hard to pull. I tried it and yes its the hardest one of all to crank.

[@inogo2cnomore]

In 1997 (I think it was '97) the 583 and 670 engines came with a redesigned recoil starter. The newer recoil starter has a larger diameter sheave for the rope and (unlike the older single-piece unit) uses a flanged bracket which bolts to the engine case. The main body of the starter is held on to the bracket with a single-bolt clamp. Keep a watch on the classifieds, as a used one will surely turn up at some point.

[@HeidiNJames]

Another good video Dave. BTW don't stand up when backing up lmao. Glad you finally got some snow. Stay safe!

[@MyOldSled]

Did I do that in this video? Thanks HNJ. Yep lots to,play in now.

[@MyOldSled]

Ohhhh...bc i was talking about standing up?

[@tomtease8474]

I have a question I just bought a 99 artic cat zr 600. It has a little oil in it can i just add the oil I bought or do o have to drain the little bit of oil out that's in it. Please help

[@MyOldSled]

A lot of guys will just dump anything in. I don’t like to mix oil types. So if it has synthetic you should put synthetic in. Do you know what the previous owner ran in it

[@tomtease8474]

@@MyOldSled not sure the dad owned the sled but his son and wife sold it to me. I asked what oil type and he said any 2 stroke oil will do. I bought what was recommended by the manufacturer but have not added it yet.

[@tomtease8474]

@@MyOldSled great channel thanks for the info

[@MyOldSled]

If it was me, id empty most of it out, dump the new stuff in. your dealer would probably say dump it in.

[@tomtease8474]

@@MyOldSled I will do that thanks for the info a lot of people said before don't worry about the oil just put the gas on and let it rip. It gets frustrating asking some questions because people won't give you a straight answer but you do thanks a lot I binge watched your videos today great content

[@MBTUE]

Great video

[@MyOldSled]

Hey Mark. Thanks.

[@Austin_SCP]

Hey man. Been watching you all the time ever since I bought a sled! I have a problem with it though and was wondering if you might know what's wrong...so It doesn't seem like I'm getting any spark from my plugs and my friends think my ignition coil could've gone bad. Do u have any idea what it could be? I would appreciate it allot! Also, I have a 1993 Arctic Cat Jag 440 Deluxe

[@MyOldSled]

Could be anything involved in generating spark, stator, cdi, coil, wiring, key, kill switch...A lot of times the culprit is a faulty wire dumping current to ground. If you google 93 arcticat 440 no spark, you’ll find lots of posts explaining how to disconnect the main harness and eliminate the kill switch and ignition. If it runs, your problem is in that wiring, if not, its a coil or cdi. The kill switch doesn’t complete or break a circuit,it dumps voltage to ground, which is why a short can cause no spark. It sucks, but you’ll figure it out.

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

Terminology is important if your ever going to understand, or explain to someone your condition. Dumping current to ground, is a short! An open circuit is what you have when a wire is cut, of a carbon core plug wire is burned.

[@MyOldSled]

@Edwin H Singmaster Yeah, um, dumping current to ground is dumping current to ground. A "short" occurs when ever a current follows an unintended path, bypassing the route it's supposed to take, to ground or anywhere else. Have a good one.

[@andrewkoppenskop671]

You from Canada? I’m a new subscriber from Canada, we’ve got some wicked trails around here !!

[@MyOldSled]

I am..eh... Welcome to the channel. Thanks for watching.

[@MyOldSled]

What part of Canada are you in?

[@kennytownes1979]

Br9eix the same as Br9es?

[@MyOldSled]

Yes I believe so

[@MyOldSled]

I would double check on the Ngk site. I’m sure there’s a chart

[@kennytownes1979]

@@MyOldSled what number you have in your 670 that’s what that takes is Br9es so be same as your running

[@bradenshones2423]

I just need to get more confident riding my older sled in really deep powder

[@MyOldSled]

Just do it...one day you'll find it's way easier.

[@mattmason3858]

I think I'm first!

[@MyOldSled]

You are first congratulations!

[@GusgusA1]

I had my helmet with sun shield stolen from a locked shed . Shady people out there.

[@MyOldSled]

That sucks Chad. Nothing lower than a thief.

[@ryanchenier-poulin8570]

Run Br8es you'll foul alot less. or br9eyas

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Ryan, I run br8ecs in the rev, the plug brp recommends. 9 arent high enough heat range for the sdi’s. I’ll throw br8ecsix in when i see them. Thanks for watching.

[@dominator286]

Thanks for the video, I can’t help noticing your exposed neck though lol

[@MyOldSled]

Yeah thats a couple of days riding. The temps been up and down a bit.