How to Remove Polaris RZR/Ranger Primary Clutch

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How to remove the primary clutch from a Polaris Ranger or RZR
This method does not apply to a XP 1000 Ranger or Ranger 1000, the method is close and requires a different puller we do not make but sell another brand.

[@robinsmith3155]

Wow!!!!! this guy is awesome no fluff, no Bullshit, did not ramble with a bunch of useless information, just good common sense approach to help the DYI person accomplish a simple task at home.

[@Hunterworks]

Thank you, pretty much the way we run our business, focus on only what you need, not what we need to sell you

[@rcrawler8954]

Thanks for the video! And I also like the no bs talk. Great job!

[@Hunterworks]

Thank you!!

[@psdesignssmith7867]

Seems like a solid walk through. I dont see anything here that I dont do personally. Great video!

[@mikemartin3533]

JUST TO BE CLEAR The EPI is a great tool no complaints just wanted something that said HW Love the work that you do thank you

[@toddantill8721]

I’m right there with ya man on the impacts, mater of fact, I have the same impacts 1/2 & 3/8 drive, it’s knowing how to use the trigger.

[@hippie784]

Thanks that was a great help you explained it very well

[@5StarRestorations]

great job. doing a 570 rzr today... using your method

[@Viggen-vert]

Thank you very much for this tutorial. My primary was not releasing fully on my Ranger 570 and I was getting creep and difficult shifting. In the end, I needed to replace the primary and I used your technique. It solved the problem thank you very much.

[@Hunterworks]

No problem!!

[@johnnywilliams78388]

Well hell man you helped the hell out of me I took the cover off and didn't know what the hell I was looking at thanks a lot hopefully my project will work I'm attempting to swap the Polaris engine with a duramax 18 hp praying the clutch fits the shaft

[@johnnyherring4825]

How did it go would love to see video of that

[@aldimore]

Thank you for these videos. New to these beasts. Just got a Turbo S. Hope the stock belt last a long time but will order one from you as thanks for these great videos.

[@Hunterworks]

Thanks for comment and hope the order!!!

[@dirtyboyzoff-road7826]

Hunterworks Inc. I got a 17 general I tried making a homemade puller now I got a piece of metal stuck in the back of the primary becuz I can’t get it off ! Any ideas? Needing help BAD!

[@davidyoung8230]

You make it look so easy lol. Very informative video

[@JAnBG5747]

Thank you! Very simple and precise

[@rhouser1280]

I just had some experience with what you said about putting a handle through the primary and loosening your spidernut, only I didn't realize I loosened it. Do mostly trail/mountain riding so I guess that's why I didn't notice a loss in top speed or really anything until my daughter was stuck down the road because it wouldn't move. When I got it home and took the cover off, I realized everything had come loose. The spider nut wasn't even threaded on at all. I couldn't figure out why it came loose but the only time I had the primary off, which wasn't long ago, I used a wooden handle through the middle so I could get 96ft/lbs. I'm pretty good at finding out what not to do lol

[@Hunterworks]

I resemble that last sentence myself!!

[@nigelmielke4706]

Good video, I had trouble with a 2019 ranger crew xp1000 primary wouldn't come off for anything ended up pumping grease in the crankshaft hole, popped it out!! I agree with not putting anything through the the clutch that's a big no no. Ps Thanks for the line up tool, it worked great!!

[@Hunterworks]

Good deal and thanks

[@bobedwards388]

Thanks for this video. Made taking my granddaughters clutch off her 800 rzr easy. Bearing was froze up completely. Just Purchased new primary instead if rebuilding. back on the road again.

[@Hunterworks]

Good Deal

[@brodyschoettlin3408]

Where did you buy one at?

[@newera4k333]

2021 Polaris ranger xp 1000 North Star. The bolt that held on my primary was a T-60.

[@budgetcardcollector6988]

Huge help. Had to tap mine to break it loose. Dealer wanted $2000 to replace clutches and belt. I replaced primary and belt for $200. Runs like a champ.

[@Hunterworks]

Where did you get a primary and belt for $200?

[@budgetcardcollector6988]

@@Hunterworks Amazon. Look at Top Notch Parts. Primary was $134

[@Hunterworks]

@@budgetcardcollector6988 you need to watch our video on not buying these chinese clutches, you might get lucky but most are just doing it again very soon

[@budgetcardcollector6988]

@@Hunterworks completely understand the risk, but the item had good reviews and I thought was worth a shot. If it fails, I'm only $134 out

[@Hunterworks]

@@budgetcardcollector6988 and a belt and possibility of coming apart, taking secondary out too. I see this stuff every single day.

[@jasonavitable7024]

Thank you that was super helpful

[@motoonthis1514]

I have a 2015 Polaris assault switchback 800. Is there a universal puller you have or a specific one for my sled? My primary won’t engage, I ref my sled and it won’t move. What do you think the culprit is?

[@dennyryan6078]

I have a Kubota XG 850 how do you remove the primary clutch?

[@killcancersteve]

Thanks Todd 👍🏻

[@rogerrings9738]

Thanks for in depth method! So easy!! Have broken bolt on primary!! How to proceed w new installation and should I replace all four now? Thanks in advance

[@Hunterworks]

I don't have a method for that, never broke a cover bolt, sometimes you have to buy a new one

[@kerryjones1257]

Ok 3rd trip to the store for the best impact driver they have. Just to double check I’m supposed to go forward once the clutch bolt is fully treaded correct? Logically it had too but just double checking...

[@Hunterworks]

Clutch bolt or puller?

[@lupemendoza4046]

Tanks for the video

[@MrDeleoco]

is there any type of dry lube that can be used on this clutch mechanism or points that need to be lubricated?

[@Hunterworks]

www.hunterworks.com/primary_basic_cleaning_video

[@MrCeezz]

great advice!

[@wadewacker7276]

Excellent video 👍Thank you!! I’m guessing that the same removal and installation techniques would work on a snowmobile 🤔

[@Hunterworks]

Should be and thanks for comments

[@willlittle9230]

100% great job

[@kevinwinchester515]

I use the impact as well. Good job on the videos

[@takemdeep]

You mentioned the new style bolt for that clutch, do they fit all the XP 1000's? And where can the bolt be purchased?

[@Hunterworks]

Yes and Polaris. The new is not so new anymore

[@kodasgotgame]

Fill me in on the secret of getting a broken bolt out of the shaft that is deep inside about an inch. I have a general 1000 with this issue (happened on the trail). I've tried to drill the center and use an easy out but it rounds off the easy out.

[@Hunterworks]

Different style of easy out most likely, the ones I use do not slip. Go to amazon and put this in the search RIDGID 35585 10 Screw Extractor Set, 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch Broken Screw Extractor

[@ColdTecate1]

Geat video any idea why my 2017 rzr stalls when put in gear? Has to be rocked to release.

[@Hunterworks]

Send me an email [e-mail] and ask me that

[@jackal2045]

Thank you

[@dannylopez8780]

PLEASE HELP !! So I put a new belt on my rzr bc it ripped the last one and once I put it on I tried yup it into gear but once I do it turns off triying to pull

[@Hunterworks]

I think I am following you, take a look at this www.hunterworks.com/grinding_into_gear_creeping

[@FullDrawOutdoors]

Wel that’s sweet and all, but can you do a video where a impact won’t get the clutch off, I’ve got a 700ftlb wilwaukee impact and the clutch puller stopped turning and it’s not popping off, I’ve got a 690ftlb air impact and it’s not moving it anymore either, so I have to bust out the breaker bar?

[@Hunterworks]

Bow Hunting Michigan been a while since I watched this. If won’t come off hit end of puller under load with a hammer a couple times to send a shock wave. That don’t work you gotta cut it off I guess.

[@FullDrawOutdoors]

Hunterworks Inc. hmmm I’ve got some force on it and have been hitting it pretty decent but don’t wanna break anything, I’m having creeping issues when in gear and not hitting the gas so I just wanted to take it out and clean it up, guess I’ll just hit it with air and put the bolt back on lol 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@FullDrawOutdoors]

Do you have a email that I can show ya what’s going on?

[@KenSilvers]

Hit it like you have a pair, ffs! Really?

[@mdood9299]

On a snowmobile primary, I pack the centershaft full of ATF and grease before sending the removal tool in. It creates an incredible amount of hydraulic pressure and assists with removal. Don't stand in front of the clutch when it lets loose though.

[@jimmyyoung3957]

I have a 570 ranger ,started dragging and wont stop pulling, belts riding just a little high on second dary looks like would be right could this be in primary

[@Hunterworks]

It is in the primary, send me an email [e-mail] and I will help you with it

[@dunejumper0077]

So I have a question I got a rzr 1000 xp and I can literally watch my primary clutch move an 1/8 of an inch back and fourth is that because I didn’t tighten it enough?

[@dunejumper0077]

That’s on that bolt that holds it on

[@Hunterworks]

@@dunejumper0077 I would have to see that email me a short video or text it to our number at hunterworks [e-mail] 601-771-0070 and I’ll look at it Monday

[@jehovaserrato615]

Do you have a video on removing a broken bolt on the primary clutch? 2015 RZR 1000

[@Hunterworks]

Sorry no. Never had it happen here.

[@codybumgardner9089]

how can you get the primary clutch off once the treads have stripped out?

[@Hunterworks]

Assuming you mean threads where the puller goes not the threads in the crank where the bolt goes that holds it. I don't know of a good way, may wind up cutting it off

[@cloudnurdz6331]

never had a problem with the black puller from amazon but then again i never use a impact on it

[@Hunterworks]

We see them bent all the time and clutches messed up from not using an impact you been lucky so far

[@isaiahgriffith7896]

My primary grenaded and the rear sheave is still stuck on the crank. What’s the best way to get the rear sheave off?

[@Hunterworks]

Isaiah griffith use a clutch puller. Guessing the center part still there.

[@isaiahgriffith7896]

Hunterworks Inc. got an email I can send you some pictures on?

[@Hunterworks]

@@isaiahgriffith7896 [e-mail]

[@only20s]

What was the brand of the puller you recommend?

[@Hunterworks]

We make one and for the vehicles we don't make one for we still sell one, so just get on our site

[@barriefarmsjr]

How do you keep it from turning over the engine

[@Hunterworks]

Use an impact

[@gadsden27racing]

Do you need to use locktite when reinstall?

[@outdoorzone]

No locktite!! It sits on a tapered shaft!!

[@michaelcrabtree1369]

Does the 2017 and 2018 900 s rzr use the same puller?

[@Hunterworks]

yes 11-20 use the same

[@michaelcrabtree1369]

@@Hunterworks thank you

[@claytonjackson2781]

What kind of impact setup are you using ?

[@Hunterworks]

Milwaukee 1/2" 18v

[@michaelvoorhees5978]

Does it get loctite when you put it back on? If so red or blue?

[@Hunterworks]

Neither

[@michaelvoorhees5978]

@@Hunterworks thanks

[@dennyryan6078]

I have a Kubota Xg850 how do I remove primary clutch?

[@Hunterworks]

Not sure, assume same way. Never seen that clutch

[@cobycrisp326]

If I stripped the threads inside the clutch to pull it.....what do I do now

[@Hunterworks]

I don't know this one, thread chaser maybe

[@nathancompton9216]

I need a primary clutch for a 2017 rzr 1000 s do u sell them

[@Hunterworks]

we sell the XP 1000 for it, only difference is a one way bearing in yours and two way in XP

[@williamnielsen9418]

Are use a torque stick with my impact it seems to work for me

[@Hunterworks]

Good idea!!

[@kmadamsable]

Works every time!

[@rigobertoalatorre2922]

@@Hunterworks I don't think so been orking as a auto tech for 19 years am use to work with torque wrench ,torque stick and just my air and cordless tools , bought my rzr and have been doing a lot of work but when I bought a factory primary clutch and use my torque stick with my cordless I broke the clutch assembly..got a second one and use my snop on torque wrench and broke it again..used my cordless as you explained on this video and no issues LOL

[@djbarela4]

What if you can’t remove the nut with a impact gun ?

[@Hunterworks]

Assuming you mean the bolt not nut that holds the primary clutch on, get a bigger impact.

[@djbarela4]

Hunterworks Inc. got it had to buy An air impact gun ha but the deed is done

[@djbarela4]

Hunterworks Inc. thank you

[@mikemaday5599]

Does the clutch have to be calibrated after the install?

[@Hunterworks]

I do not understand what you are asking.

[@mikemaday5599]

Is there anything I need to do after I install it, or is it all set ready to go.

[@Hunterworks]

@@mikemaday5599 still not understanding the question so I will answer based off what this video is about, take it off and put it back on, nothing to do it. Recalibrating is buying a clutch kit and installing it after you made some change like larger tires, sand riding or high elevation riding. You recalibrated the clutch to work with what you have or did or where you ride.

[@user-vx3fo8tx3e]

Any one know the brand model # and were to buy?

[@Hunterworks]

Brand of what? Buy what?

[@krazium1776]

i love this guy lol

[@Hunterworks]

I probably just like you!!! HEHE

[@krazium1776]

@@Hunterworks Well unfortchantly my rzr blew up today after doing the top end lol

[@Hunterworks]

@@krazium1776 That sucks

[@TwistedOff]

👍

[@fourpropfpv9246]

Torque bar would be useful for that

[@Hunterworks]

I agree, I really need to get a set

[@mikemartin3533]

This is the video where you call the puller a hunter works hardend tool and to buy yours The one you sold me is a EPI preformance tool not hunter works RZR/ RANGER

[@Hunterworks]

True, however this video is not a XP 1000 Ranger, you can't use these methods on a XP 1000 Ranger, that clutch comes off in two pieces. Sorry for the confusion

[@Hunterworks]

click the show more part and read the notes

[@74beeper97]

You've been busy

[@Hunterworks]

Gonna be busier on this

[@peterlogan1623]

The best way to remove it is using hydraulic action, fill the hole with grease first then put in the extractor bolt, it works without hitting the end with a hammer.

[@Hunterworks]

Then you got all that grease over everything, a puller works just find 99% of the time. Odd one is to use bread in the hole, google that

[@curtleake2191]

Thanks, that worked perfect, grease in the hole!

[@thehilltopworkshop]

​@@curtleake2191We still talking about clutches here?

[@jerettludlow1226]

Sorry I don’t own a Milwaukee, dewalt don’t get the job.

[@Hunterworks]

They sell them!! Hehe