Dave Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 2 minutes ago, AKIQPilot said: Watch the video. Point out the difficult part. Keep doing it the hard way. No matter to me. I R&R lots more skids than you ever will. I prefer to do it the easiest way possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member Rigid1 Posted February 22, 2019 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted February 22, 2019 (edited) Quick way to get a skid in and keep the rails from catching on the drive lugs on the track is a pizza box between them. Slide the skid in and pull the cardboard out. Edited February 22, 2019 by Rigid1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheezusXR8 Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 7 hours ago, f7ben said: I wish I had an garage Tom that lived there and did the hard shit for me lol Garage Gnome!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mileage Psycho Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 8 hours ago, AKIQPilot said: Pretty cool but nothing new at all. Ive been removing and reinstalling skids this way for over 25 years. Ive argued with a number of you on this forum and HCS about this technique for over a decade. In 2012 I posted a video of me removing a skid in 90 seconds without impact tools only a ratchet. Same video showed the complete install in under 3 minutes without impact tools. I can install a skid in under 2 minutes with impact tools and that is torqued, locktited and ready to ride. Cool for sure but everyone who knows the slightest thing about sleds has been doing it this way for 3 decades or longer. 8 hours ago, irv said: I think the oiling system is the same on Nytro's unless they are mountain sleds which may have special anti drainback systems installed? I was more referring to the weight and trying to flip one over on its side and once there, how it can be supported without causing damage? Truthfully, I've never flipped any sled on its side to remove a skid so I am not knocking it as maybe it does work pretty slick but like I said, I highly highly doubt I'd even try with my Vector. Grab a ski and give it a go, handlebar stand to keep it from laying all the way over. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 9 hours ago, AKIQPilot said: That is the slowest most pathetic way to ever remove or install a skid. Only a complete idiot would install a skid that way. Shut up, Ben! 9 hours ago, DAVE said: I find it easier the other way...whatevers easiest for me is the right way!!!! Shut up, Ben! 9 hours ago, AKIQPilot said: I would absolutely destroy you in skid removal and reinstallation. It wouldnt wven be close. There is no harder way to do it than the way you do. Shut up, Ben! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriftBusta Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 (edited) 12 hours ago, Carlos Danger said: yea that is pretty trick. Yes, but the video over simplified it. He already loosened up the track, that takes a couple minutes. You normally have to spin the mounting bolts in and out a couple times to get them off both sides without spinning on the shaft, several more minutes. And it’s usually easier on a torsion spring suspension to untension the springs, several more minutes. I like the product, but I usually lay mine on some blankets Or something, and then lift the rear off the ground. Edited February 22, 2019 by DriftBusta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 13 minutes ago, DriftBusta said: Yes, but the video over simplified it. He already loosened up the track, that takes a couple minutes. You normally have to spin the mounting bolts in and out a couple times to get them off both sides without spinning on the shaft, several more minutes. And it’s usually easier on a torsion spring suspension to untension the springs, several more minutes. I like the product, but I usually lay mine on some blankets Or something, and then lift the rear off the ground. The fastest COMPLETE skid removal I’ve seen was a guy using an air gun years ago on a doo. I sometimes forget how each sled is a bit different when it comes to skid removal. Cat just have forks that slide up into tunnel in the front. No bolts. Excellent! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCR1250 Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 10 hours ago, AKIQPilot said: Pretty cool but nothing new at all. Ive been removing and reinstalling skids this way for over 25 years. Ive argued with a number of you on this forum and HCS about this technique for over a decade. In 2012 I posted a video of me removing a skid in 90 seconds without impact tools only a ratchet. Same video showed the complete install in under 3 minutes without impact tools. I can install a skid in under 2 minutes with impact tools and that is torqued, locktited and ready to ride. Cool for sure but everyone who knows the slightest thing about sleds has been doing it this way for 3 decades or longer. Over 50 years for me, opened up my first shop in 1967 in which I did all motorsports including custom cars and interiors.. I didn't want to say 2 minutes as I thought I'd be called a liar, it's so simple to do on its side it's crazy, and if you strap the suspension arms to the exact distance as the bolt holes in the tunnel it just falls in back in place..as some of you know I have a repair shop here and have done as many as 4 complete track changes in a day by myself, although I've slowed down now at almost 72 years old, I have a employee and together we can still get out a few sleds in a day. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCR1250 Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 1 hour ago, Mileage Psycho said: Grab a ski and give it a go, handlebar stand to keep it from laying all the way over. To prevent damage I use a section of old carpet or a furniture blanket. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtralettucetomatoe580 Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 13 hours ago, Zambroski said: Better, easier and more useful: Tell whoever you hired to turn a wrench for you to make sure they clean up after. 10 hours ago, AKIQPilot said: That is the slowest most pathetic way to ever remove or install a skid. Only a complete idiot would install a skid that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 Just now, xtralettucetomatoe580 said: Tell whoever you hired to turn a wrench for you to make sure they clean up after. My garage is pretty clean and organized. Do you even sled? Go wakeboard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry ginger Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 no need for that back stand although i do use a threaded rod through the steering stem. toss a 4x4 where the running board will roll up on it and the back comes right off the ground. i always find the last bolt on the rear is the hardest to line up but even thats not a big deal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mileage Psycho Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 14 minutes ago, XCR1250 said: Over 50 years for me, opened up my first shop in 1967 in which I did all motorsports including custom cars and interiors.. I didn't want to say 2 minutes as I thought I'd be called a liar, it's so simple to do on its side it's crazy, and if you strap the suspension arms to the exact distance as the bolt holes in the tunnel it just falls in back in place..as some of you know I have a repair shop here and have done as many as 4 complete track changes in a day by myself, although I've slowed down now at almost 72 years old, I have a employee and together we can still get out a few sleds in a day. The old ratchet strap 11 minutes ago, XCR1250 said: To prevent damage I use a section of old carpet or a furniture blanket. Indeed, the old sleds with the wrap around bumpers didn't need a handlebar stand, just put them on there side. but not on the old reservoir side or with a full tank of fuel....I know this how Carpet is such a friend for sled and man, unless you're a young man and don't need carpet.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladefever Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 I have 3 sled lifts. Great for working on sleds. But if the suspension is going to come on..... On the floor it goes and on its side. Some sleds do like to roll over so a 2x6 on top of a milk crate will usually support the handlebars. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anler Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 4 hours ago, Mileage Psycho said: Grab a ski and give it a go, handlebar stand to keep it from laying all the way over. Yup its pretty easy. I have used a 2x4 to support it many times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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