Pictures of vent options for the Pro

[Ron]

The best venting allows front to back air flow, I'm not a fan of side panel vents if you can get good flow F to B. The Pro design makes it dificult to add shock tower vents so we will have to see. On the IQ venting reduced clutch temps 20 degrees in most cases. Deep powder plugs most vents.
I have always installed screen on my clutch side shock tower vents and have never had snow reach the clutch even though it was about an inch away on the IQ.
I'm installing the 6 Holz vents from Carl's (no SP's) and using the upper console vent on the clutch side shock tower (belly pan not side panel) with screen added. This will allow some direct air flow past the clutch when the vent isn't plugged with powder.
An easy way to test a vents effectiveness is to tape it off, make some runs and measure temps. Then remove the tape, make the same run and check temps again.
Even the 1115 belt will last longer and work better with cooler temps. Bad clutching can build heat....so venting will not offset that extra heat.
I'll have my vents installed in a few days and will post pictures of the clutch side.

 

[Arcteryx]

Like it

Thanks for the pics. Keep them coming.

For the stir up/knee console area I was thinking about just making a template and router some slots like the IQR. What do you guys think?

I like the idea! I know nothing about using a router but would it be possible to route the area right above the gas tank where people are putting the Holz vents?? I like the idea and placement of the vents but like the look of the routered area better. Just curious if you could really get the same look that you have in this picture or if it would be a little less "clean"???

 

[NapaMatt]

vent side panel upper vents??

just thinkin out loud on this..

Heat Rises!!

Would the vent serve better function if it was closer to the top of the side panel..

Maybe be better for not allowing snow to come in the vent..

Also be better at letting out hot air!

like moving this side vent to where the RMK 800 is in this pic...

Just on the upper half... and the lower half..

Just thinkin out loud

matt

 

[AkLogan]

yea but when ur moving the way those holz are set up it will move cold air across the clutches. but when stoped there still gonna trap heat up towards the headlight.

 

[racerjb]

just thinkin out loud on this..

Heat Rises!!

Would the vent serve better function if it was closer to the top of the side panel..

Maybe be better for not allowing snow to come in the vent..

Also be better at letting out hot air!

like moving this side vent to where the RMK 800 is in this pic...

Just on the upper half... and the lower half..

Just thinkin out loud

matt

Here is another theory, when the clutches are spinning they are creating centrifugal pressure. This hot air pressure would be created radial around the clutches. So, ideally you would want vents around the outside of the clutches, thus the sides ones would have less effect then the ones in front and behind.

 

[NapaMatt]

yes.. Having the vent in front or in the rear of the clutches i think is the best way..


I have seen too many sled do a deep left turn... Belt is wet! with snow..

I don't want this to happen!!

I still think these side vents will act like a cheese grader in snow! and let the snow right in!

 

[snopro_ac]

i put the slp vents on the sides with the mesh to keep the snow out, bought a sheet of thin aluminum made a diagram and put vents out the back just like the holz, painted them black. i chew too much, drink too much and eat too much, i just as well vent too much too.

 

[mountainhorse]

BLACK

I pestered Paul enough to get some pix of his Black vents.

 

[snow4me]

I'd buy a set in a heartbeat if that logo wasn't on them.

 

[GMCRMK]

I'd buy a set in a heartbeat if that logo wasn't on them.

I agree and even said the same thing to the FNI rep at the SLC snow show.

 

[snopro_ac]

I'd buy a set in a heartbeat if that logo wasn't on them.

x2 i don't need to advertise for something i have to pay for.

 

[Reg2view]

FNI is the only one I've seen on the hood/console along side the headlight.

I'd order some, too, if it wasn't for the logo plastered everywhere. Get a clue, dudes, at least offer it both ways. They watch them fly out the door.

 

[Kestrel2126]

I also like the Fire N Ice vents, but won't be buying a set unless I can get them w/o the logo on every single one!
Anyone got pics of XXX Mod Rods, MoFlow, or Mtn Fit Hoods stuff?

 

[Arcteryx]

Drop the logo!

I pestered Paul enough to get some pix of his Black vents.

Thanks for the pictures MH! I have been waiting to see what these vents look like in black. I really like them. Totally agree on the logo!

Kill all the branding and I would buy a set. Like a lot of guys on here, I can't wait forever for F&I to kill the logo though. Sooner or later I will be buying some vents and they for %&*$ sure won't be ones that brand my sled on every possible location for the vent manufacture.

 

[dcturbo]

Who makes these vents?????

I agree... cool vents but your not paying me to advertise for you.
I can see a little but this??? a little over the top! I wonder if you can just bend the logo off?

I pestered Paul enough to get some pix of his Black vents.

 

[tudizzle]

Who makes these vents?????

I agree... cool vents but your not paying me to advertise for you.
I can see a little but this??? a little over the top! I wonder if you can just bend the logo off?

Guess

 

[S.Diddy]

Gee, and think for the last 20 years I should not have wasted my time and money trying to vent my sleds. Who knew it was only for the looks and not to help reduce underhood temps and save me countless belts and increase clutch and engine performance

Let's do this: Have a non-vented guy and a vented guy keep track of belt miles and do a real world test on belt wear due to lack of venting. I bet we would all be surprised at the results. I'm not saying it's a bad idea, just making the point that Polaris is looking for a reason to void warranties, and why do it if that's a possibility on a stock sled? I don't think you can really avoid it after adding a pipe and can, but at that point you're voided anyways. BTW, I haven't been in it long enough to know that venting was available back when sleds had Flinstone boulders instead of tracks

I just have to say that not for nothing but I get about 1800 super hard miles out of a stock Polaris belt with absolutely no venting what-so-ever. I agree that the theory about vents is nice but IMO people have to face facts. When you are riding in less than ideal standard "minimal fresh snow" riding conditions your sled is not working nearly as hard as a deep day and is getting plenty of air flow by not having the stock venting restricted. Then when you are riding in a deep day and your sled is working hard, any and all vents, after market or stock, are pretty much plugged anyways and are doing nothing. I just keep my body panels/console stock because I truly can't see a benefit to validate spending the money...

 

[snopro_ac]

I just have to say that not for nothing but I get about 1800 super hard miles out of a stock Polaris belt with absolutely no venting what-so-ever. I agree that the theory about vents is nice but IMO people have to face facts. When you are riding in less than ideal standard "minimal fresh snow" riding conditions your sled is not working nearly as hard as a deep day and is getting plenty of air flow by not having the stock venting restricted. Then when you are riding in a deep day and your sled is working hard, any and all vents, after market or stock, are pretty much plugged anyways and are doing nothing. I just keep my body panels/console stock because I truly can't see a benefit to validate spending the money...

maybe that is why polaris left the foot wells wide open and you can see inside to the clutches, with the air flow coming out there it should be the same air flow holtz is creating by putting console vents in there.

 

[sledneck_03]

looks like it says fire nice........

 

[Snodawg]

That's a Nice Fire you have there.