troutologist Posted November 26, 2008 Report Share Posted November 26, 2008 Hey folks, Im going to look at a 2000 Tundra longtrack at lunch time today and was hoping someone could throw out a few pointers on what to check out when buying a used sled. I've had a few older ones before but they were free and the condition didnt matter... The reason Im rushing on this, is this type of icefishing sled lasts only a few hours here. Any help is much appreciated. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffw Posted November 26, 2008 Report Share Posted November 26, 2008 Hey Jay, check the track for cracks and if its studded check for torn pieces where the studs were. Check the shocks to makes sure they rebound and there not cracked or dented. Last major thing is that the tunnel and heat exchangers are in good shape (they look like mini rads at the back of the tunnel) unless its fan cooled then there won't be any. Cheers jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trapshooter Posted November 26, 2008 Report Share Posted November 26, 2008 good advice from jeffw. you can also run a compression test and check that all the bells/whistles like handle bar heaters, reverse etc. all work. Ask for proof of service history as well. you don't want to get burned due to your sense of urgency to buy. It is true that good deals don't last long though. Just make sure it is the right sled for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted November 27, 2008 Report Share Posted November 27, 2008 A couple of pointers I learned from my son who worked in the shop, check the radial and axial play on both clutches, in and out play and up and down play, expecially on the motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pike slayer Posted November 27, 2008 Report Share Posted November 27, 2008 all great stuff so far, make sure theres no cracks in the clutches to, look at the motor and make sure there isnt any oil leaking out anywhere. run it and make sure there isnt any weird noises. bacisally just give it a good look over, if something doesnt appaer to look correct then its probably not. good luck! if you run into problems go to www.dootalk.com its a skidoo forum site, theres some great ppl over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutologist Posted November 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2008 thanks for the replys guys...ended up picking it up. machine looks mint and the price was right. should open up some new lakes beyond snowshoe distance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pike slayer Posted November 27, 2008 Report Share Posted November 27, 2008 troutologist i see your from sault ste. siberia to haha! those tundras are half decent for beaking trail but its no mountain sled. if theres any lakes you can get to in the area let me know i'll blaze in a trail for ya lol. or if you wanna hit up some ice fishing let me know! Gavin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutologist Posted November 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2008 Gavin, Im always interested in a good icefishing trip. Ive been limited to snowshoes for the past few years, can't wait to hit up some of the lakes I used to get into. If the tundra gets stuck I can just pick it up and carry it though...hope the lakes freeze soon Keep in touch Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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