All posts by dstech

PTO (Putting things off)

We have all done this. For the last few years I have been putting off some much needed surgery. Last year in on April 1st I went in for the first operation. (right hip) The improvement was so drastic that eight weeks later I went in for the left hip. Acording to doctors and therapists the biggest mistake I made was delaying the surgery.
The new hips work great. However because of my putting this off the old mucles have given me fits. Hip replacement gives a new deffination to a pain in the ass (your own). It has been more than worth it. If you need the surgery. Get it done soonest!
Thanks all
Happy New Year! To one and All

Moab 2017

Starting to plan the annual spring Moab trip again. We will be riding April 20-23, and driving back home on the 24th. Looks like it will be myself and my wife on our Touring’s, one couple in their 800 rzr and one couple in their 900S rzr. Same as our fall trip in 2015.
Anyone else making Moab plans for this spring?

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Maintenance/Routine Repairs 1999 Magnum 500

Hi Everyone!

I recently purchased a 1999 Magnum 500 ($1,000) that is OK mechanically but I can tell has not been maintained well. It runs great, trans WAS a bit "grindy" but solved that problem adjusting down the idle speed. Body is rough but that doesn’t bother me.

My Question is.

Since this machine is a 1999 and has 10K (+/-) on the clock, I want to do all the preventative maintenance I can before I start doing any trail riding. I have done all the basics like fluid changes and lubrication everywhere I could find a zirk fitting. Is there any service that the would be recommended before putting this quad into service?

Thanks!
BBA

Polaris Sportsman 850sp Upgrades

Hey everyone I’ve been riding bikes on and off my whole life but never was the one to modify anything till now. This is first bike I’ve had that i really want to upgrade so i wanted to get some advice before going forward. Off the top i want to snorkel/rad relocate, tires and axles, and possible exhaust kit. Any recommendation would be great just keep in mind i don’t want to go crazy aggressive so that I’m breaking stuff every ride.

Thanks

2000 Polaris 90 Sportsman

My son, 7, went into a mud pit this weekend. The exhaust tailpipe was not submerged but the ATV won’t start. I’ve taken apart the air filter and it was wet (and smelled like gas)…I’m assuming this is not normal. I’ve set it aside to dry.

I’m thinking that this would be best fixed by someone local. I am also looking for new tires on the front.

Does anyone live close to Wake Forest, NC that would be interested in a side job?