Cut Tunnel - Warranty?

[cvcustoms]

With all of the talk of cut tunnels and people trying to decide to either cut tunnel or buy a 155” and extend rails I might be beneficial to get some feedback on warranty issues...

Has anyone had a warranty claim for engine issues, etc denied due to a cut tunnel? If so what method was used to achieve a short tunnel sled?

Has anyone had warranty work done with a shortened tunnel sled that it hasn’t been a issue?

This might be useful knowledge to help people decided which way to go. I love the 155” tunnel and 163 rails on my sled but not sure I would void a 4 year warranty because of it.

 

[danby]

I think it will depend on your dealer and how much they want to fight for the warranty. I know it shouldn't be that way but the reality of it is your dealer determines how much they want to push or fight for warranty coverage. Personal I would go 155 and extend the rails/track that way it can be returned to stock if need be.

 

[damx]

If there is no over heat codes, or aluminum shavings in the cooling system that caused the engine damage, there should be no reason for denial.

 

[Teth-Air]

If you are a guy who trades in your sled they might not want it with a cut tunnel. I know my dealer would not accept it after they said they could not take a trade in from me when they found a dent at the front of the tunnel from a rock. Everyone knows that doesn't hurt anything.

 

[cvcustoms]

If there is no over heat codes, or aluminum shavings in the cooling system that caused the engine damage, there should be no reason for denial.

I have been told the same thing from a Rep at Polaris, which is how things should be, I am just interested if anyone has had a warranty case go one way or the other

 

[TRS]

 

[Timbre]

Yep . . . cut the tunnel and your warranty is TOAST!! Totally NOT worth it.

 

[dbrown279]

Key point to TRS's post is "MAY" not will

 

[Jaynelson]

Key point to TRS's post is "MAY" not will

It's the same word with different spelling