01 Mtc Cat questions before a purchase

[blackcloud2k]

I have a buddy who is looking into purchasing an 01 mnt cat. I was wondering what kind of issues those sleds may have had so that we can look it over for issues? The sled has a pipe, ported head, simmons ski's, and I think he said the sled had reeds on it. It has a 159" track. What would be a fair price for the sled assuming that the sled is in good shape and nice mechanical order? thanks

 

[CO_MapMaker]

I have a buddy who is looking into purchasing an 01 mnt cat. I was wondering what kind of issues those sleds may have had so that we can look it over for issues? The sled has a pipe, ported head, simmons ski's, and I think he said the sled had reeds on it. It has a 159" track. What would be a fair price for the sled assuming that the sled is in good shape and nice mechanical order? thanks

I sold one in excellent shape with a few mods (was an LE) at the beginning of the season for $2900. Only issue was it was outdated and heavy. Those motors were pretty bulletproof.

 

[diggerdown]

Biggest issue with them was a clutch that needs frequent work or replacement, and the drive axle bearings wear out quite a bit. The bearing at the speed-o drive should be greased often. They don't seal well and water gets in them. If the speed-o quits, you can be sure that the bearing is going out.

 

[blackcloud2k]

Thanks for the pointers. I will ask a few questions and check that all out personally. Anything else that we should be looking for?

 

[bowerman61028]

Which end of the speed-o drive? The one going into the speed-o at the hood or the one located just under the secondary clutch? Also what kind of grease do people recomend?

 

[diggerdown]

The one at the end of the drive axle. Low temp grease or poly.