I had a 96 ZRT 600. I bought it slightly used in 98. I Put in Vforce reeds and a clutch kit and man that thing ripped. So much fun to ride and the sound was amazing. I was a full on Arctic Cat fan boy. I even had the matching suit. But after two seasons of long and annoying repair lists after every weekend of sledding I switched to Ski Doo and never looked back.
You have to admit that none of these problems are because its an Arctic cat, any and all sleds or engines for that matter dont take kindly to having water in them. Those cranks are very costly to rebiuld
lol yeah we know..we just like making fun of ourselves..the water in the fuel issue would have been totally avoided if we actually drained the tank first lol. and as soon as I saw how bad the bottom end was I picked up a complete used one from the salvage yard. so part 3 will be rebuilding the motor on the cheap and gettin her rippin again 🍻
my friend hasthe same sledd in same condition water and ice in lower end it was abandend in the woods broken chain left for dead he bought a doner got it running never touched lowerend replaced chain and while at it replaced track bearings been riding 3seasons
Still have my 96 Bought in in 97. Put psi pipes v-force reeds milled heads light weight hood and seat and lots of clutch and jet work and 136 track. Ran her about 9600 rpm all day and she was still keeping up with built up 2003 Polaris 800s when I quit riding. Love the sound of a nicely tuned triple.
@@rednecksdirtyhands where are you guys located? I used to have a ‘97 ZRT 600. Great sled but not much of a powder machine. Just good for trails and lakes. Lol
keep going man this channel is gon blow up for sure i been watching alot of diy will it run and whatnot and youre very fun man and your toys are crazy .
Everybody talking shit... It sat for 6 fucking years and ran on that meth gas.... Still had spark and compression! Let that sidewinder sit for 6 or 7 years and see if it does as good as the zrt... I understand people have their favorites but holy shit its not junk....
@@rednecksdirtyhands i love hearing that.... That sleds actually in really good shape and is worth quite a bit to the right people.. Its nice to see at least 1 person isnt out there just Purposely ruin a good sled for views or w.e.. And may i add that fuckers from 96 or 97 so not only did it sit six years it was already 20 years old when it got parked... Literally no cover over it... And still looks like that.. I mean the track rolled immediately idk if im the only one that thought it would have been rusted tight but damn i give that fucker credit man. What a loyal sled
The way I see it, if it's a snowmobile, I'm in, game on, and of note of all the diff sleds I rode, admittedly I had to walk a few pounds away over the years. keep that 600 alive I say
I would have cut to clip where u asked in part 1 if he had put fresh gas in it. To me, and most folks where I'm from, that means i checked the tank and siphoned all the old crap out before i poured 5 fresh gallons, or 100usd of fresh petrol
Man them sleds in the early 2000s were the sled to have. I can always remember hearing them for miles from my house ripping but never could afford one. but I know they are junk they should have come with wingnuts on the heads
I felt the same way (couldn’t afford one) back when these were new but now you can find them dirt cheap…perfect for me! And the triple pipe sound is still just as satisfying!
Don't need crank bearings unless the crank is moving, or they're making noise. Just my .02 Put a PTO seal in her and let her eat. Keep her full of oil and she'll be just fine, I mean c'mon it's a Zuk.
I know this is almost a year old. I myself run own and operate G.A.S Small engine repair here in Timmins, Ontario. I gotta say, that sled sat for that long, you should have known better and drained that fuel tank.
Anyone cry about that drill siphon set up? Oooooo your gonna bloww up cause the drill could ignite the fumes, and all that? I've flicked lit cigs in buckets of gas and recall my cig just getting put out. Maybe was coincidence it put them out and not lit it. Can't rememb r
Im a cat fan hahaha when he started dising on it I was OK buddy chill then saw he likes Yamaha and was it's OK at least he has tast in good sleds hahaha but I think we all can agree fuck Polaris and Ski-Doo
well so far just to get it up and going not much money at all..like $40 and that's including the used air box from the salvage yard. but once I saw how bad the bottom end was, I picked up a used bottom end from the same yard for $350. so I think once we're all said and done we should have this sweetie back up and dangling the skis for a bit under $500, but that will be in part 3 🍻.
My zrt gas cap leaks water in when it gets rained on (if sled sets out in the weather). I keep it in a shed now so no longer an issue. May be what’s up with your Zrt getting water in the gas though?
yeah this one was sitting outside covered up with a tarp for 3 or 4 years so I'm guessing just a bunch of condensation built up in the tank over the years..?
I have a 2002 Zr800 ss Artic cat that was giving to me , it has sat for 3 years and is set up . The sled looks like it’s brand new was inside while sitting . What did you use to unfree the cylinder’s so I can try this one and see if I can get it running….
Lol damn I kinda figured in the last episode that there would be some sort of muck in that tank haha one of the annoying parts of fixing up a old sled is cleaning the tank
Typical arctic crap lol 22 pulls all bark and no bite, but at least it's not like the t-cat throwing chains and belts every pass. Those t- cat's are miserable every time my buddy took his on the lake he was guaranteed to break down, made for a good table or chair in the garage lol
Gonna guess youre doing all this the hard way for views. Good on ya, might be abled to teach the young bucks a thing or two by going the long way. Several of my sleds have been weed pulls and every one of em gets knocked down for this reason. Pull and clean the tank, pump(s), carb(s) and run new fuel and vaccum line. Greasy triple til death!!
You gotta start somewhere. Pete you knew it was a gamble!!! Now more fun begins!! Keep the humor Pete. Enjoying the videos!!!
Thanks 🍻
I had a 96 ZRT 600. I bought it slightly used in 98. I Put in Vforce reeds and a clutch kit and man that thing ripped. So much fun to ride and the sound was amazing. I was a full on Arctic Cat fan boy. I even had the matching suit. But after two seasons of long and annoying repair lists after every weekend of sledding I switched to Ski Doo and never looked back.
You have to admit that none of these problems are because its an Arctic cat, any and all sleds or engines for that matter dont take kindly to having water in them.
Those cranks are very costly to rebiuld
lol yeah we know..we just like making fun of ourselves..the water in the fuel issue would have been totally avoided if we actually drained the tank first lol. and as soon as I saw how bad the bottom end was I picked up a complete used one from the salvage yard. so part 3 will be rebuilding the motor on the cheap and gettin her rippin again 🍻
my friend hasthe same sledd in same condition water and ice in lower end it was abandend in the woods broken chain left for dead he bought a doner got it running never touched lowerend replaced chain and while at it replaced track bearings been riding 3seasons
His sled is at least giving you a ton of content 😂
lol yessir! 🍻
Still have my 96 Bought in in 97. Put psi pipes v-force reeds milled heads light weight hood and seat and lots of clutch and jet work and 136 track. Ran her about 9600 rpm all day and she was still keeping up with built up 2003 Polaris 800s when I quit riding. Love the sound of a nicely tuned triple.
The fact that the Cat ran at all is a minor miracle.
So happy I found you in my recommended 😂😂
lol well we are glad you found us 🍻
@@rednecksdirtyhands where are you guys located? I used to have a ‘97 ZRT 600. Great sled but not much of a powder machine. Just good for trails and lakes. Lol
keep going man this channel is gon blow up for sure i been watching alot of diy will it run and whatnot and youre very fun man and your toys are crazy .
thanks 🍻
@@rednecksdirtyhands new sub here. Love the content.
Everybody talking shit... It sat for 6 fucking years and ran on that meth gas.... Still had spark and compression! Let that sidewinder sit for 6 or 7 years and see if it does as good as the zrt... I understand people have their favorites but holy shit its not junk....
you got that right! she's a tough old girl with lots of life left in her!! we arnt giving up on it yet 🍻
@@rednecksdirtyhands i love hearing that.... That sleds actually in really good shape and is worth quite a bit to the right people.. Its nice to see at least 1 person isnt out there just Purposely ruin a good sled for views or w.e.. And may i add that fuckers from 96 or 97 so not only did it sit six years it was already 20 years old when it got parked... Literally no cover over it... And still looks like that.. I mean the track rolled immediately idk if im the only one that thought it would have been rusted tight but damn i give that fucker credit man. What a loyal sled
To bad that is a nice looking sled. Hopefully u guys will get it running like it should. Have a great day....
stay tuned brother!! part 3 is coming 🍻
need some more of your videos they get me through my shifts with a smile
haha will see what I can do! 🍻
Had that same sled in 96’. Loved it, but the sled loved BR9ES plugs more. Carried two extra sets for every ride.
Nice One! cheers 🍻
looks like you got some stuff lyin around the ole yard there. love the music buddy!
You got that right!🍻
its fun junk......smiles per gallon buddy!!!
Poor Kyle….but shout out to AC for making a sled that’ll run with just about everything wrong…well at least for awhile anyway.
It’s the new performance gas, just add BUTTER,
The 90s cats are the best tbh just got my 97 z 440 started but fuel pump leaks once the replacement comes in I'll be going for a rip.
Pete new name farmer the way u.milk that throttle there is no other bahahaha
Looking forward to rebuild video get r done ! This guys laugh is funny as hell 🤣🤣
lol thanks 🍻
Nothing like a triple/triple. Great video man
Appreciate it! 🍻
Enjoying watching your videos
Glad you like them! cheers 🍻
The way I see it, if it's a snowmobile, I'm in, game on, and of note of all the diff sleds I rode, admittedly I had to walk a few pounds away over the years. keep that 600 alive I say
Great video , I was laughing too.
I would have cut to clip where u asked in part 1 if he had put fresh gas in it. To me, and most folks where I'm from, that means i checked the tank and siphoned all the old crap out before i poured 5 fresh gallons, or 100usd of fresh petrol
I never had a problem with my Cats Dude, because I maintained them.
Should definitely rebuild this old iron. It's in beautiful shape otherwise! Working on a pair of 96 900s myself. Keep it up!
Man them sleds in the early 2000s were the sled to have. I can always remember hearing them for miles from my house ripping but never could afford one. but I know they are junk they should have come with wingnuts on the heads
I felt the same way (couldn’t afford one) back when these were new but now you can find them dirt cheap…perfect for me! And the triple pipe sound is still just as satisfying!
I had a suburban like that red and silver one
I loved that thing bench seat in the front I could ride 9 comfortably
rebuild her! would love to see it
We got a bottom end for it and will do a video on bringing it back to glory!!!
Love it
6-7 minutes in LOL! Arctic Cat/Minnesota should be sending you a pile of parts for your AC projects...
The smell!,the sound!..................orgasmic! ,and it's a Cat!
I wish I knew how to test it probably could have saved mine
Awesome content, good learning fun 😁
Thank you! 🍻
Need lots of beer
Don't need crank bearings unless the crank is moving, or they're making noise. Just my .02 Put a PTO seal in her and let her eat. Keep her full of oil and she'll be just fine, I mean c'mon it's a Zuk.
I know this is almost a year old. I myself run own and operate G.A.S Small engine repair here in Timmins, Ontario. I gotta say, that sled sat for that long, you should have known better and drained that fuel tank.
why didnt they just drain the fuel everything is a joke with this guy
Hopefully you removed the belt before you towed the ZRT home!!!
We go a bottom end for it so 660 race for it in its future
That’s the end result of buying a new sled and neglecting the old one ! Shoulda sold it years ago ! Or at least covered it
Anyone cry about that drill siphon set up? Oooooo your gonna bloww up cause the drill could ignite the fumes, and all that? I've flicked lit cigs in buckets of gas and recall my cig just getting put out. Maybe was coincidence it put them out and not lit it. Can't rememb r
GET THESE GUYS TO AT LEAST 10K SUBS...LET'S GO
haha thanks for the support!!! 🍻
Beat it !!!
Can you please do a close up on the fuel lines with that fuel pump I have the same sled and can't seem to find the right fuel pump
If you could maybe not giggle so much I could watch these videos
Im a cat fan hahaha when he started dising on it I was OK buddy chill then saw he likes Yamaha and was it's OK at least he has tast in good sleds hahaha but I think we all can agree fuck Polaris and Ski-Doo
It's jinxed
I have a 1996 arctic cat zrt 600 it won't stay running or in gaude
Poor old kitty
Loving the content! Braaaaap!!
thanks 🍻
You remind me of another youtuber named fluffy talks...Hey whats up
I never had a problem with my 600 triple by Suzuki
Cat shack? Where are you located I’m in Lindsay
we're just down the hwy from the cat shack..pontypool 🍻
Cat shack/cycle salvage?
Yessir
@@rednecksdirtyhands I occasionally shop there myself!
What kind of money you talking for parts to get er running?
well so far just to get it up and going not much money at all..like $40 and that's including the used air box from the salvage yard. but once I saw how bad the bottom end was, I picked up a used bottom end from the same yard for $350. so I think once we're all said and done we should have this sweetie back up and dangling the skis for a bit under $500, but that will be in part 3 🍻.
@@rednecksdirtyhands 🍺
What is done with the suspension? I have a 97 zrt as well and it seems like yours sits higher up.
My zrt gas cap leaks water in when it gets rained on (if sled sets out in the weather). I keep it in a shed now so no longer an issue. May be what’s up with your Zrt getting water in the gas though?
yeah this one was sitting outside covered up with a tarp for 3 or 4 years so I'm guessing just a bunch of condensation built up in the tank over the years..?
You guys call it junk that is about 4000 $ sled here in sweden =)
I have a 2002 Zr800 ss Artic cat that was giving to me , it has sat for 3 years and is set up . The sled looks like it’s brand new was inside while sitting . What did you use to unfree the cylinder’s so I can try this one and see if I can get it running….
i just used some penatrating oil to free it up..but diesel fuel works great as well.
@@rednecksdirtyhands thank you
1999?
97 🍻
Man you could've let it warm up first
Lol damn I kinda figured in the last episode that there would be some sort of muck in that tank haha one of the annoying parts of fixing up a old sled is cleaning the tank
Arctic cat is much better than Yamaha
Typical arctic crap lol 22 pulls all bark and no bite, but at least it's not like the t-cat throwing chains and belts every pass. Those t- cat's are miserable every time my buddy took his on the lake he was guaranteed to break down, made for a good table or chair in the garage lol
Gonna guess youre doing all this the hard way for views. Good on ya, might be abled to teach the young bucks a thing or two by going the long way. Several of my sleds have been weed pulls and every one of em gets knocked down for this reason. Pull and clean the tank, pump(s), carb(s) and run new fuel and vaccum line. Greasy triple til death!!