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The cheapest sled is the best sled. Also the least you have to haul to the dump the better in my opinion.

12-14 on the 6.5 track sleds

@@spudd800 what about the 13hp Lifan's top speed? Any idea who had the best torque/pulling power?

Thanks for the tips! I tried the foam tiles on a trip after this one and it really is a game changer. I’ll have to try the fan for sure. Condensation was a big one that night. I really liked the lighting setup I had. Worked really well. Ready for another season!Thanks for watching.

I'm running the 30 series on the 13hp. It holds up surprisingly well. Jason did the setup on the clutch and haven't messed with it since. Shoot me an email at spudd800@gmail.com and I can send pictures of the clutches.

I'm running the 30 series on the 13hp. It holds up surprisingly well. Jason did the setup on the clutch and haven't messed with it since. Shoot me an email at spudd800@gmail.com and I can send pictures of the clutches.

I'm building a track sled now and am just about to buy a 40 series clutch to use on a 12hp engine. maybe I'll rethink and go with the much cheaper 30 series. after using it more, are you still satisfied with the 30 series clutch?

There are more videos on the channel of the 13 horse. Here soon I need to pull it back in the shop and get working on it so let me know what you want to see about it.

www.surpluscenter.com/Bearings/Cast-Iron-4-Bolt-Flange-Mount-Bearings/1-4-Bolt-Flange-Bearing-w-Lock-Collar-HCFS205-16-1-205-16-4-C.axd Jerry Thanks for watching and the comment, I use surpluscenter.com for most everything. Here is the link to that bearing. -Jason

I think cost and engine placement play a factor into not using the snowmobile secondary clutch. Using the snowmobile clutch limits you to locating the engine In one specific location. Also a snowmobile belt costs as much or more than a complete series 30 setup.

That being said I am working on taking the 277 2 stroke out of skidoo tundra and replacing it with a 420 or similar engine and will be keeping the stock secondary and drive system so will be doing what you are talking about on that build.

I agree with all you are saying . It was quite a challenge . I did use some old rotax single cylindre leaf spring motor mount bars to mount the engine . The extra efforts , trials and errors are really worth it . I tuned those clutches just right 😛 it engage as smooth as all the time that spent figuring and building this monster in the garage 😛🤣 I restore vintage snowmobiles and engines and I am not picky on belts . As long as it's over 1 inch wide it's good enough for me and it might be even good for safety reasons ... because with a new belt it almost clocked 60 mph 🤯 belt prices are insane these days ... got tons of old belts and they are so tough they will last for years with proper break in and maintenance . They almost uses the same lenght belts because they also used the same clutches on many models . Pretty happy with the first fishing season . This summer I will improve all the little things that need to be corrected . Maybe make a tubing frame because that aluminium frame is pain to work with .

@@ericbedard7219 I would like to see some video of the finished product.

Sorry for the bad quality ... i got a new phone and for some reason I don't find this video in it's original format . I will find more videos when i get home ... i will post them here

Thanks!

Set screws. Keyed on the end of shafts but set screws in the middle of the jackshaft.

@@spudd800 I’m surprised they lasted that long. I was able to cut a key way in the shaft of mine with a grinder.

@@allergictoasphalt11 we countersink them pretty good. I have had screws back out on the 13hp but none have stripped or broken.

Definitely was. Things are good for more than ice fishing

HAHAHA! Yeah they look like fun! You guys have thought these things out pretty well. Mine is set up as a rear engine mount, and I brought my handle bar attachment point partially up the sides as well for easier steering. How much of a learning curve did you guys have to go through to get them to stay centered and not tip too much when going through the snow? And what HP engines are you using?

@@whatsinaname6840 2 of them are 6.5 hp and 1 is a 13hp. Still learning little tricks and techniques but they are fun.

I'm using a series 30. I'm right at its limits and I think I'm going to swap it to a 40. I believe it's 10 on the clutch, 20 into the jackshaft, 18 off the jackshaft and 48 driven sprocket on the driver shaft.

I checked out your video where u built the hitch. I like the hitch and rollcage build.

@@spudd800 thanks. Yeah I’m really proud of the hitch. I think it’s pretty cool and works awesome.

I have been checking in on your build. Need to get caught up on your videos. I like your hitch set up.

Series 30. Bought gears at Tractor Supply, Bomgaars, and the usual online outlets.

I didn't mind the tear down. I'm not looking forward to getting rid of the leftovers

@@spudd800 ha ha ha yeah mine are still in the bed of my hunting truck

So far getting enough permits is not an issue. Fingers crossed it remains a viable option for us.

This one won't see much ice. Mostly deep snow. Will probably add wheels to the skid. This one is also getting a 13hp Lifan

Thanks for the tips! And thank you

On the EXT with the 13 horse I still have the running boards attached. With the extra motor weight they kind of work as training wheels when leaned all the way over. Definitely feel the extra weight of the motor.

And I'm still not sounding much better

You are 100% right

So we did another one with a rear engine as well. The thinking has been that the mid-engine limits storage options. Besides centering the balance of weight what is the advantage to the mid-engine?