ski doo adjustable carbide
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momoney2123
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groomerdriver
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When did you buy a SkiDoo?
Huh?... Still think the doo adjustable carbide is very innovative...I can't say that? lol
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Cirrus_Driver
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lmao
2003 to be exact....lol...1998 bought 2 F3 700 & Grand touring 580... Doo makes great sleds, imo, like them a lot. A doo 150hp 4s would get very serious consideration & I was set up to test ride 2016 doos in Munising but didn't go when doo 150 4s did not happen. I have super good doo dealer near by that continously offers test rides on sleds of interest. I don't own them all at the same time but ride them all.
groomerdriver
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I owned one too......a 1984 Safari 377. Oooh baby that was a machine!
When did you drive a 1200 last? I drove a 15 Gade 1200 on Saturday. At one time I thought this sled might be a replacement for my OLD 2014. Nope, not anymore.
But it didn't have the adjustable carbides so I won't comment on the parts availability of the system. Seems like a good idea though.
Yes I thought the same thing & it was a GSX 1200 with air ride then bought a used cherry 2012 Apex XTX. Eps & snowtrackers evened that field real quick. Been a couple of years but could ride a 1200 tomorrow if I felt compelled including adjustable carbide. Doo dealer not even sure about adjustable carbide replacement part availabilty & costs. Without aftermarket availabilty doo would have a captive market on the carbides & that does not bode well imo & could be a huge con. I had an adjustable limiter rod on my doo F3 700 & a couple of knob turns on that would do the same as an adjustable carbide to fine tune carbide bite as trail surface changed. I would be carving buds would be slipping and sliding & nothing they could do. Luved that feature & wonder why doo took so long to introduce adjustable carbides such a great idea! I can't really say anything bad about doo1200 130 hp just not what I want & not Fair comparo to Apex engine. What did you think of 1200.
I opened this thread thinking I would get some real feedback on the new Ski. Looks like two people need to take up Ice Fishing because they have nothing to do, and nothing to add worth while to this thread.
Now can we have some feedback from someone who actually owns a Doo with the new Ski.
You two can start a Engine thread somewhere else.
Now can we have some feedback from someone who actually owns a Doo with the new Ski.
You two can start a Engine thread somewhere else.
groomerdriver
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Oh please........you don't come here much do you?
Certain people here are experts in every brand because they've owned them in the past. What does it matter if it's a 2003 or a 2016? Some people are also experts when it comes to sales in certain European countries. Just ask a question about any sled.....you'll get an answer from peeps on this board.
momoney2123
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Of the 6 2016s in our group all with the new ski's, they all like them alot. no darting. everyone has less mile than hoped for but are happy. think they all ran them on setting 2. I think the carbides are 119.99 to replace from Doo minus 20% discount from dealer.
carbides...
Snowgoer had a tech article that showed how to change them out, more involved then regular skegs but not too hard to do. They are an integral part of the ski though so they are part of the design.....and you essentially have to remove the ski to change them out.
Snowtech just reported there are only two sizes of carbide available (4" and either 6" or 8"?) and that dealer stocks were already low. They suggested buying a spare set now (before you need them and can't find them). Skidoo does have a patent so not sure what the aftermarket will do. If Skidoo is smart they'll keep the licensing costs low...
I hope this information qualifies as being related to the original thread....I do ride a Renegade Adrenaline but it doesn't have the fancy skegs (yet).
Snowgoer had a tech article that showed how to change them out, more involved then regular skegs but not too hard to do. They are an integral part of the ski though so they are part of the design.....and you essentially have to remove the ski to change them out.
Snowtech just reported there are only two sizes of carbide available (4" and either 6" or 8"?) and that dealer stocks were already low. They suggested buying a spare set now (before you need them and can't find them). Skidoo does have a patent so not sure what the aftermarket will do. If Skidoo is smart they'll keep the licensing costs low...
I hope this information qualifies as being related to the original thread....I do ride a Renegade Adrenaline but it doesn't have the fancy skegs (yet).
goofy600
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From doo there is a 4" and 6" carbide, I believe 4" is about $75 and $120 for 6" but now positive about the prices. Don't know about any aftermarket yet but I'm sure if there is no patent problems there wil be aftermarket soon. Wife likes them so far but I have not had a chance to try them. One con is dealer said they are kinda a pain to put on when building new sled but maybe after a little wear they might be a little easier.
I think it does qualify in early December my doo dealer didn't have replacement part numbers or cost not a surprise no one was riding then slow start to season. I think it would be a great thing if doo licenses the carbide to aftermaket win win for everyone.
Uncle Vito
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If you don't think there's a difference or that it matters if it's a 2003 or a 2016, you're seriously delusional.
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Cirrus_Driver
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OMG - totally. Just say, "thank you Mr. know-it-all" and be on your way. Uncle Vito a bit slow on the uptake....it was sarcasm dude.
Even more delusional when no one took that position...lol...idk sometimes some are just looking to start a fight or can't read answers to the questions they asked.
groomerdriver
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See...you don't even remember what you post.....remember your 2003 Doo? YOU don't read what was asked NOR remember what you posted. But you are a God in your own mind so I scream at myself....WHY do I bother?? No voices have replied thank God!