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I know this has been discussed before but I have a bad habit of not paying attention. Any suggestions on a “modestly” priced sled lift that would work well for vintage sleds? These sleds are typically smaller than current model sleds and can also be a little fragile but they are also much...

Got the spare Firebird chassis stripped down, including removing the 24 can storage unit (if you snowmobiled in the 70’s you know that’s pretty accurate – different times, different times). The SS models did not have this storage unit had really had no storage and I mean no storage, not even a...

I’ve been absent from this project for a while but I do have a note from home (sort of). I figure my excuse is legit – working on a 24 x 32 “sled shed”. It’s coming along but between working solo, the pace at which I move, and time off for good fishing days, it will be a while yet...

They probably couldn't make this claim after the 73 models came out.

Thanks! It definitely will be a challenge, success is not guaranteed. Yep, the Chap’s were pretty cool sleds back in the day (sorry Frank, it just looks better with a ‘). In some ways, they were ahead of their time but not every idea they came up with was a success – like the 73 slide rail...

Thinking that getting it for less than half-price is a fair deal for a “gently used" sled (as Gary put it). I also thought that heat might be worth a try on the exhaust after I get the pipes disconnected from the engine and out of the sled. In the end, I’m determined to not let these pipes win...

Believe me Kirk, I can relate to the space issue. It's still my hope that I can build a second garage this summer (slab is already poured). If it doesn't get done, I'm in trouble on so many different fronts. After walking by the Chap several times a day for the last couple of weeks I finally...

Is usually another man’s trash but I think there are exceptions. Consulted with my primary sources of bad influence (Snoluver1 and Grub) and they “convinced” me I should pull the trigger on this beauty and I’m pretty jacked about it. She’s in need of a little polish but from everything I’ve...

Been a little slow in this section so thought I’d post a couple of photos from last weekend fishing on the Ontario side of Lake of the Woods. Probably not very good weather for sledding but incredible for fishing – sunny, warm, and no wind. Daytime bite was slow but they went crazy just before...

Two weeks away! Hoping to be there - if you’re headed up that way the morning of the 18th, stop by and check out the vintage lineup before lunch. If you’re a vintage guy, it’s definitely a great event to attend with lots of riding to be had. I’ll try to post a few shots from the event in a...

You saw it here first. I rather like it.

Just had to chuckle at this weather alert that was posted for our area this morning. It seems a little iffy. Think even John would find this one funny: ...WINTER STORM TARGETING REGION EARLY IN THE WEEK FOLLOWED BY MUCH COLDER TEMPERATURES BEYOND TUESDAY... Confidence is increasing on the...

OK, I’m looking for some input from you good engine mechanics. My cousin wanted me to take a look at his ice fishing machine (96 Skandic 500 fan). He said it was running great when he started it this fall and gradually ran worse and worse. It was immediately obvious that the PTO cylinder was...

I’ve really enjoyed seeing Mike’s progress on his Indy and it has me thinking that it’s time to get something going for the winter. The 250 TX has been sitting in the garage for over a year and it had me wondering if I would ever get to it. Well, now is the time. Faced with the reality of...

about the thought process. So I’m at the Save Big Money store today shopping for a toilet and I come across a manufacturer that sells a toilet model called the “Michigan”. Is that really the best name they could come up with for a crapper model? Given the potential for obvious jokes, it...

A little change of pace here: Wasn’t sure about posting this but then I thought “what the heck”. I always enjoy reading about stuff going on with other members. It’s been a crazy summer at our household for a number of reasons but most notably, my wife and I have been spending a lot of time...

Yeah, it's probably an old joke but I hadn't seen it before and it made me laugh.

These seem pretty cheesy now compared to the modern promotional stuff but I guess that back in the day they still made people want to go out and buy a sled. I love the trail sign segment. Yes, I guess it was considered a trail.

Found these in the pan of my 2013 Switchback Assault. I'm thinking they should still be attached to the engine. There are most likely more that I can't see. Any guesses what they are (be creative now) and no, it no longer runs but it sure is a nice looking sled. Guess I shouldn't have sold...

Had to head back early this year so I couldn’t take advantage of the full Run-For-Fun schedule of activities but still got in on the Iron Man ride and that alone was worth the trip. I can’t imagine a ride that is more fun. One thing I like about this ride is that it is really family oriented...