The process to measure the track length is very easy and you do not need to disassemble the track from your snowmobile. When buying a new track, it is very important to know the exact length of your snowmobile’s track. Here is how to measure the length of a snowmobile’s track. Step 1: Count the … [Read more...]
How to Flush Your Snowmobile Cooling System
The cooling system is a crucial part of your snowmobile’s engine. While older snowmobiles included both air cooled and liquid cooled models, modern snowmobiles are more commonly liquid cooled. The liquid engine cooling system is an extremely effective design, but requires periodic maintenance, … [Read more...]
9 Reasons Your Snowmobile Won’t Start (And How to Fix)
After a long summer break it's common to have issues with getting your snowmobile started. This is usually more common in older machines, but any snowmobile can have problems starting. Let's take a look at the common reasons you snowmobile won't start and how to fix these problems and get you going … [Read more...]
Why Does Your Snowmobile Only Run on Choke?
After spending a Friday evening putting a fuel filter and new plugs in my snowmobile, I was excited to go riding. But to my disappointment, once I got the machine started it would only run on choke. What's that all about? I did some research and talked to my mechanic friend about why my snowmobile … [Read more...]
Can You Use Regular Automotive Coolant in Your Snowmobile?
Why is it that we pay A LOT extra for a special snowmobile coolant? Can't we just use regular automotive coolant and save a bunch of money with the same results? I've wondered about this for a while, and decided to ask some expert snowmobilers for answers. Here's what I found: No, you should not … [Read more...]
How to Clean a Snowmobile Carburetor: 5 Steps with Pictures
After your snowmobile has been sitting around for long periods without use, a dirty or clogged up carburetor is not uncommon. This can negatively affect performance, and can cause your snowmobile to run rough, idle poorly, bog down, or not run at all. With a little patience and some elbow grease you … [Read more...]
How to Change the Coolant/Antifreeze in Your Snowmobile – Step by Step
Engine coolant doesn't last forever, and to ensure proper functioning of your coolant system, it should be replaced on a periodic basis. Continuing to run old coolant in the system can cause problems like overheating, loss of power, and possible engine damage. Although each machine is different … [Read more...]
Why Won’t My Snowmobile Idle? (6 Reasons and Fixes)
You let up on the throttle and your snowmobile dies. It's one of the most frustrating feelings, and getting to the bottom of why your machine won't idle is an important part of keeping a snowmobile running smoothly. Let's look at some of the more common reasons a snowmobile won't idle, and discuss … [Read more...]
Will a Snowmobile fit in your truck bed? Examples Included
Snowmobiling is a fun sport, but carrying/transporting a snowmobile is not much fun. Carrying a snowmobile in a trailer is simple, but expensive. Especially if you only want to take one (or maybe two snowmobiles). So is it possible to fit and transport a snowmobile in a truck? Yes, most … [Read more...]