cats19 Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 And here's a 4 quart plastic reservoir that could work instead of the 2 quart. https://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=42938 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnstang Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 On a ctech I think the oil pump is part of the reservoir so it wouldn't be as simple as a new tank install. Bdx/SSI does sell a whole tank kit for the ctechs though, one that the pump mounts to. Designed for belt drive setups but you can just run the oil tank and keep your chain drive. With that said I'd just fix the rubbing issue. Ditching the whole tank just for the rubbing is not the best way to do this. I'd put a different can on before that. Or dent the stick can. But I'm sure you can just adjust the can position, it wasn't always rubbing like that from day one so something must have moved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 6 minutes ago, mnstang said: On a ctech I think the oil pump is part of the reservoir so it wouldn't be as simple as a new tank install. Bdx/SSI does sell a whole tank kit for the ctechs though, one that the pump mounts to. Designed for belt drive setups but you can just run the oil tank and keep your chain drive. With that said I'd just fix the rubbing issue. Ditching the whole tank just for the rubbing is not the best way to do this. I'd put a different can on before that. Or dent the stick can. But I'm sure you can just adjust the can position, it wasn't always rubbing like that from day one so something must have moved. This. It can be separated but not untricky and not rewarding enough to do so. Just fix the rub @teamgreen02 you are capable enough for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crnr2Crnr Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 Twin pipes with stingers could resolve the situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamgreen02 Posted December 7, 2021 Author Share Posted December 7, 2021 16 minutes ago, Zambroski said: This. It can be separated but not untricky and not rewarding enough to do so. Just fix the rub @teamgreen02 you are capable enough for sure. The plan is to fix the rubbing but was hoping you guys would have a more creative solution than me using JB weld, exhaust wrap, and bailing wire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 16 minutes ago, teamgreen02 said: The plan is to fix the rubbing but was hoping you guys would have a more creative solution than me using JB weld, exhaust wrap, and bailing wire. Don’t be stupid. If duct tape isn’t enough, just burn it and collect insurance. Do it up here. We’ll make Johnsonvilles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamgreen02 Posted December 7, 2021 Author Share Posted December 7, 2021 51 minutes ago, Zambroski said: Don’t be stupid. If duct tape isn’t enough, just burn it and collect insurance. Do it up here. We’ll make Johnsonvilles. Upon closer inspection, I think ya boy screwed up on assembly last year and put number 19 back in the wrong spot. With my stupidity, pure strength, and knuckle skin defying determination, I was able to stretch the spring far enough even though the holder was mounted to the bolt below the correct one. That pulled the exhaust can back tight against the oil tank. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 2 minutes ago, teamgreen02 said: Upon closer inspection, I think ya boy screwed up on assembly last year and put number 19 back in the wrong spot. With my stupidity, pure strength, and knuckle skin defying determination, I was able to stretch the spring far enough even though the holder was mounted to the bolt below the correct one. That pulled the exhaust can back tight against the oil tank. Meathead. You should see what I’ve fucked up with strength and determination. I think I am some type of world record holder….under the idiocy heading. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamgreen02 Posted December 7, 2021 Author Share Posted December 7, 2021 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Zambroski said: Meathead. You should see what I’ve fucked up with strength and determination. I think I am some type of world record holder….under the idiocy heading. A good mechanic would have figured out something wasn't right during assembly and looked for witness marks. As an engineer, I just assume the other engineer screwed up and its not my fault. Could be worse. I could be hauling my sled back to the Polaris dealer for rubbing fuel lines or worrying if it is going to spontaneously combust at any moment. Edited December 7, 2021 by teamgreen02 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 3 minutes ago, teamgreen02 said: A good mechanic would have figured out something wasn't right during assembly and looked for witness marks. As an engineer, I just assume the other engineer screwed up and its not my fault. Could be worse. I could be hauling my sled back to the Polaris dealer for rubbing fuel lines or worrying if it is going to spontaneously combust at any moment. It can always be worse with a Polaris. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cats19 Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 At Hay Days the guy at BD booth said you could use a different bigger tank so it must be possible. But ya is it worth it just to avoid some rubbing, probably not. However, it sure does free up some space and weight if you do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racinfarmer Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 1 hour ago, teamgreen02 said: Upon closer inspection, I think ya boy screwed up on assembly last year and put number 19 back in the wrong spot. With my stupidity, pure strength, and knuckle skin defying determination, I was able to stretch the spring far enough even though the holder was mounted to the bolt below the correct one. That pulled the exhaust can back tight against the oil tank. Glad you fingered her out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not greg b Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 When my bulk head bent the muffler didn’t fit right anymore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krom Posted January 9, 2022 Share Posted January 9, 2022 On 12/7/2021 at 5:40 PM, cats19 said: At Hay Days the guy at BD booth said you could use a different bigger tank so it must be possible. But ya is it worth it just to avoid some rubbing, probably not. However, it sure does free up some space and weight if you do. stock oil tank is pretty light, its magnesium 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamgreen02 Posted January 11, 2022 Author Share Posted January 11, 2022 On 1/9/2022 at 5:41 PM, krom said: stock oil tank is pretty light, its magnesium The tank is light, the extra oil I'm sure makes more of a difference. I was able to make a JB weld patch. With relocating the spring holder to the correct spot it looks like it won't be a problem anymore. New top end went in on Sunday. Fired it up last night. @Zambroski don't judge me based on the cleanliness of my engine compartment. This ol' girl has almost 9,000 miles on her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 10 minutes ago, teamgreen02 said: The tank is light, the extra oil I'm sure makes more of a difference. I was able to make a JB weld patch. With relocating the spring holder to the correct spot it looks like it won't be a problem anymore. New top end went in on Sunday. Fired it up last night. @Zambroski don't judge me based on the cleanliness of my engine compartment. This ol' girl has almost 9,000 miles on her. Been a great sled! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamgreen02 Posted January 11, 2022 Author Share Posted January 11, 2022 Just now, Zambroski said: Been a great sled! My wife accused me this weekend of working on it more than I ride it. Maybe have her chat with your wife to reset her expectations? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Just now, teamgreen02 said: My wife accused me this weekend of working on it more than I ride it. Maybe have her chat with your wife to reset her expectations? LOL! I’ll arrange something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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