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Can't get any better picture but here it is again & also the pic with part #'s from the acc catelogue:
2009 Dragon 8 163" has arrived
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Can't get any better picture but here it is again & also the pic with part #'s from the acc catelogue:
Q on vents
Ron will the plastic push darts on the dash hold good? I like the look of the vent on your sled, I started to order on for my sled but than I began to wonder if it will have a good seal. Earlyer you sent me some information on Fire N Ice vents, did you put some kind of prefilter material on the shock tower vent or did it come with it ?
Ron will the plastic push darts on the dash hold good? I like the look of the vent on your sled, I started to order on for my sled but than I began to wonder if it will have a good seal. Earlyer you sent me some information on Fire N Ice vents, did you put some kind of prefilter material on the shock tower vent or did it come with it ?
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This is the first year I have used the dash vent with the darts. They were in use last year by others, don't know of any issues. If you drill the hole the correct size the darts get a good grip...I would replace darts if for some reason I had to remove them...good one use only. Black 3 point rivets would work well too but there is always a chance that some piece might flake off into the intake.
The shock tower vent came with grey window screen that I replaced with pet proof screen just because it's tougher. While removing the belt the vent is close enough that you could tear the lighter material. Liked the black color better than grey & since I had the material & time I took the extra precaution of using the stronger screen. You can purchase pet proof screen at Home Depot, Lowes, etc.
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Couple of things I picked up for my sled. First is a bottle to catch oil draining from the exhaust valves. Zipped to the bumper & left the drain tube off for now. I'll wait to see how long it takes to fill. The drain tube is located under the wire harness in the nose & will let oil drain into the nose.
The second item is a larger bag for the rear of the IQ. Fit isn't very good but the bag is larger and will hold a sholvel, tools, etc. The high zipper location will work better (more snow free) than the side zipper on the smaller bag.
Couple of things I picked up for my sled. First is a bottle to catch oil draining from the exhaust valves. Zipped to the bumper & left the drain tube off for now. I'll wait to see how long it takes to fill. The drain tube is located under the wire harness in the nose & will let oil drain into the nose.
The second item is a larger bag for the rear of the IQ. Fit isn't very good but the bag is larger and will hold a sholvel, tools, etc. The high zipper location will work better (more snow free) than the side zipper on the smaller bag.
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Q for Ron, A arms & hand guards
Ron I see you have A arm guards , I had some on a XP last year and all they did was fill up with snow, some times so hard it would enter fear with the steering. Do you think the same thing might happen on the D8 ? and how do the hand guards mount on the brake side ?
Ron I see you have A arm guards , I had some on a XP last year and all they did was fill up with snow, some times so hard it would enter fear with the steering. Do you think the same thing might happen on the D8 ? and how do the hand guards mount on the brake side ?
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I didn't have much of an issue with snow & the A arm protectors last year but ride mostly dry powder. They provide protection and more flotation but collect some snow, guess you need to weigh the trade off. Probably worse if you ride the wet heavy snow along the coast.
The hand guard mounts "stand off" far enough that they don't interfere with the brake, lots of room and adjustment. I don't care for them but like to ride with light gloves.
The hand guard mounts "stand off" far enough that they don't interfere with the brake, lots of room and adjustment. I don't care for them but like to ride with light gloves.
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Ron, Where do you suggest running the front limiter and FTS position on a 163 with the goal of the best deep snow performance. And can I ask what you sold your 08 for? Am regreting not going with your sled somewhat. So at the end of this season I'll offer you $8500 for this 09. Guaranteed $ in these tuff times......how can you refuse???
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For deep snow the upper mount on the shock, for a softer ride on the trails use the lower hole. Got my asking price for my 08 & sure the $8500 sounds fair....that way I won't have to worry about tree or rock damage either. You didn't say anything about condition, ha ha.
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Carl's Cycle sells the bottles for $6, they were originally used for battery acid overflow on a cycle. Where are your black PC'd front end parts?
My ported cyclinders should be done soon....the last little thing.
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Added a toggle switch for the Ethanol jumper wire, see picture attached.
I am also rethinking the bottle for exhaust valve overflow. I am told that the bottle won't always make it 2 rides before it needs emptied....no wonder there is such a mess without one. I'm going to change to a larger bottle with more capacity, still looking. If there is any vent tube restriction exhaust valves may not function properly.
I am also rethinking the bottle for exhaust valve overflow. I am told that the bottle won't always make it 2 rides before it needs emptied....no wonder there is such a mess without one. I'm going to change to a larger bottle with more capacity, still looking. If there is any vent tube restriction exhaust valves may not function properly.
Ron, Wyoming metal art did my powder coating
Holy crap Flit. That thing looks sweeeeeeet
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Ron, Wyoming metal art did my powder coating
Your sled looks flipping sweet!!!
