I restored a 93 a few years ago. It was Jim Dimmerman’s old record setting sled. I’ve owned over 30 big block cats in my lifetime. In Minnesota I have a shop and we radar run them
Same here brother my father bought one I believe brand new 1979 or 80 along with a 79 John Deere 440 cyclone at least once a year for the next few years we would do trips from his cousin's place in Roscommon Michigan to Houghton Lake /tip up town, sometimes 7 to 12 sleds. My father and brother on the John Deere and my mother and I on the panther, I was 9 or 10yrs old that 1st trip. For the life of me can't figure out how they did it all that way multiple trips riding double but OMG, thank God for them doing it. Some of the best memories of my life, I now own three sleds, newest and most recent purchase two years ago 01 ZRT 800 triple. This year complete bummer, no snow, never got out😤
Love your cat videos! I had a 95 zrt 800 with stingers (bought new) 96 tcat ( used) Both sadly gone now, But i currently have an 05 f7 joker and 04 f6 fighter I love the triples and cats ltd. edition sleds!
Awesome sled and awesome video. You know what would be a good idea? A spray bottle full of premixed two-stroke! Using that instead of starter fluid is usually considered a better idea because of the lubricating properties especially for a motor that's been sitting a while and is tight. But it's better for any engine really. Just a little tidbit…
That's a cool story how you got the sled. 93's are very rare even more so with the original graphics most people swapped them out for the 94's. 93 CDI was the best out of them all for racing. I always wanted an arctic cat triple; tough finding them in great condition most are junk in my area. If you find a nice one the seller knows what they have and wont let it go especially thundercats.
Glad to find this channel brings me right back to when I was young and into sleds heavy. Love the old cats like you said they aren't making like this anymore the triples sound is like no other. I do hope your neighbors like the sound as well haha. Good times and keep up the great videos, would like to see other sled brands from the past as well.
I remember towing one home with my spare starter rope. Buddy was so pissed as i dragged him around town first with my SKIDOO formula. I still giggle about that one. Fun times.😂
Awesome video brother, loving the older sleds. that's all I own. Keep them alive and Rippin.. Absolutely loving the old purple Panther. Haven't seen one of those in Forever. Great content keep bringing it.
Great content, Rocky! I love T-Cats and would love to see a video explaining the different generations and options over the years. I would also love to see more on that King Cat! There is some history behind that name... Great Channel, keep it up! 💯
I bought my 95 mountaint cat ext 580 efi for 125.00. The fuel pump was locked up. I took my 18v tool battery arched it a few times and it worked perfect. It was a great machine.
Can ya imagine??? Opening one panel and having access to everything. I still have a 96 Tcat and 95 ZRT8 in my garage. Nothing sounds like a triple 2S, lol.
I've a Zrt 600 triple, 93, 1400 miles I purchased new..not run in waaaay to many years...need to get you compassionate folks to help me out...things a beast as I remember...peace.
when i had my 99 tcat with 220+hp that thing wouldn't , want to start when it was like -30 outside ,,,snapped my pull cord a few times , but afer a while , i learned that when it was -30 or colder , then i would just take a nylon rope ,,,, wrapp it around the clutch 5 or 6 times and pull that cord ,,,, once shes turned over a few times , then you can use the pull cord ,, pllus this is a cool way to start the sled if ever your pull cord snaps
That powder special in the back, sooooo sweet brother. Awesome sleds. I have a 96 ZRT600 08ZR800 CUTCHED PIPED STUDDED AND HOT ROD CHIPPED AND 2008 F7 TEAM ARCTIC. ARCTIC CAT ROCKS. KEEP UP THE GOOD JOB.
15:20 "Time to get this thing started an see what she's gonna run like." Look under where the exhaust is and u can tell that they have already started it up and got it warmed up a bit an know it runs. Great video guy's we need more of these older sleds coming back out even tho ur a Cat guy look for another one to save, Im a Doo kinda guy.
I had a skidoo mxz 583 new in 93 and it was a fast machine. I remember being on a tight trail and incoming came a new thundercat triple and when we passed along side each other i felt his machine vibrate through mine. I turned around and was in disbelief.That day i knew to never tangle with those triple kitties
That’s hilarious!!😂 Thanks for sharing! My dad was snowmobiling in West Yellowstone MT in 1994. He rented a brand new 94 EXT 580 EFI. He went over by the airport where there was a huge flat meadow and was topped out going 85 and he could hear a loud roar come ripping past him. Had to be going over 100 mph.. It was 2 1993 Thundercats racing each other.
Man what a find 136 unbelievable. Wish i could go back to the 90’a the hay days of snowmobiles. Still love riding today im into my Z1’s to me there the big block caddys of snowmobiles. Big power so comfy perfect seating position. Also very warm iconic and look awesome. But I want a thundrcat specifically a long track. Awsome video thanks for sharing.
@@OldSchoolArcticCats if theres a cat ill always watch love my cats. Raced SX and pro XC on cats 15 years. Cat sponsored me when nobody else would. I put cats on top of podium so many times lost count. With many more podiums and championships im forever loyal to arctic cat. No snowmobile manufacturer that helps the little guys like myself. Im not literally little 6,3 270 pounds now lol!! Little guy meaning poor not much money on nobody’s radar. Thats what cats about helping guys like myself how can anyone not love that.
Back when that sled was new, I worked in a machine shop and I built or modified lots of parts for the Suzuki tripples. There's a few things that can be done to make them very mean aside from their extra weight. My friends rode them but I stayed with a 700 twin. Found out after a few years that they are short lived and the bottom end is only good for about 2k miles. I would mag the crank and do the bearings if I were you. jmo
I remember being a kid and thinking those were so cool. We had tons of arctic cats growing up, but nothing that extreme. Sad to see that in 2025 they appear to be in deep trouble :(
Not sure if ur in the tcat page on FB but there’s a guy whose re manufactured the first gen air box boots and from peoples feedback they are great compared to the OEM ones.
Very cool you scored on 2 amazing sleds for 200 bones each !! Im a skidoo guy and if you get that 600 running properly hang on very quick sled !! i just watched your video on the skidoo formula 3!! You must have a horshoe up your ass too find deals like that LOL!! Awesome video !! I have never ever owned an arctic guy !! I used to be polaris but i started buy skidoo in 1993
Thanks for watching! That skidoo is awesome. I have some videos of me riding with my XLT & Powder Extreme check out those videos as well! I appreciate the comments!
if those pistons or rings were stuck that thing if gonna blow the top end in a matter or minutes not hours soon as a load is put on them. im thinking you have more or a crank bearing issue myself, just rebuild the engine.
Love these older triple cyl muscle sleds from the 90's to the early mid 2000's from all the brands Ski Doo Polaris Arctic Cat and yes the 4cyl Yamaha...they not only sound the best but when it comes to the looks dept they're second to none not to mention fast as hell...my favorite is the Thundercat though...I'm in the process right now of trying to find one of each brand even if I have to have them totally restored to original specs...got my eye on a 2001 T Cat but the guy won't sell but ain't giving up on it the thing is mint with only 800 original miles on the odometer and I know the guy he's had it since new so it's the correct miles...keep up the great vids on those gorgeous T cats!!
Hey thanks for the video ...I just picked up a 1996 artic cat JAG - LC a 440 motor in it twin carb 2 cyl. It's a runner but missing a couple parts . Any ideas best place to find parts for it ? And I need a work Manuel for it as well .. anyways thanks and if you might know something hit me up ....I'm over west of you Utah / Nevada border ....👍🏻
I wouldn't say rare.. the real reason is nobody wants to dig them heavy led sleds out of the snow when you get it stuck😂😂😂 why buy that when there's a lot lighter options out there
Starting fluid? wow just wow why not pull plugs put mix gas in hole ? I would never use quick start on my sleds but its your sled so your world that is cringe when saw that Never spray quick start in Nikasil
One sled I want bad is a nice 1994 zr 700 twin iff there clutched and piped right there a ditch ripper from hell but if you don’t let the 700 twin warm up good every time they burn down. Fun sleds to ride tho
That triple exhaust note is just outstanding, my cats are all older than 1974.
Rocky this is Legendary! The story, the quick fixes, and listening to that thing rip! Thrilled it’s in you and your dad’s possession.
I restored a 93 a few years ago. It was Jim Dimmerman’s old record setting sled. I’ve owned over 30 big block cats in my lifetime. In Minnesota I have a shop and we radar run them
That’s awesome! Thanks for watching!
I really enjoy your channel. Old school cats rock. I restored my 93 Tcat a few years back and absolutely love these sleds. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! Will do!
That '79 Panther just brought back a ton of memories, first sled I ever rode. That sled was a tank!
Same here brother my father bought one I believe brand new 1979 or 80 along with a 79 John Deere 440 cyclone at least once a year for the next few years we would do trips from his cousin's place in Roscommon Michigan to Houghton Lake /tip up town, sometimes 7 to 12 sleds. My father and brother on the John Deere and my mother and I on the panther, I was 9 or 10yrs old that 1st trip. For the life of me can't figure out how they did it all that way multiple trips riding double but OMG, thank God for them doing it. Some of the best memories of my life, I now own three sleds, newest and most recent purchase two years ago 01 ZRT 800 triple. This year complete bummer, no snow, never got out😤
Love your cat videos!
I had a 95 zrt 800 with stingers (bought new)
96 tcat ( used)
Both sadly gone now,
But i currently have an 05 f7 joker and 04 f6 fighter
I love the triples and cats ltd. edition sleds!
Thanks for watching!
Awesome sled and awesome video. You know what would be a good idea? A spray bottle full of premixed two-stroke! Using that instead of starter fluid is usually considered a better idea because of the lubricating properties especially for a motor that's been sitting a while and is tight. But it's better for any engine really. Just a little tidbit…
That's a cool story how you got the sled. 93's are very rare even more so with the original graphics most people swapped them out for the 94's. 93 CDI was the best out of them all for racing. I always wanted an arctic cat triple; tough finding them in great condition most are junk in my area. If you find a nice one the seller knows what they have and wont let it go especially thundercats.
Thanks for watching!
Why are they rare
I have a 95 thundercat mt cat in amazing shape was looking to get rid of it what's it worth?
Glad to find this channel brings me right back to when I was young and into sleds heavy. Love the old cats like you said they aren't making like this anymore the triples sound is like no other. I do hope your neighbors like the sound as well haha. Good times and keep up the great videos, would like to see other sled brands from the past as well.
I'm glad you like the channel. Thanks for watching!
I remember towing one home with my spare starter rope. Buddy was so pissed as i dragged him around town first with my SKIDOO formula. I still giggle about that one. Fun times.😂
Awesome video brother, loving the older sleds. that's all I own. Keep them alive and Rippin.. Absolutely loving the old purple Panther. Haven't seen one of those in Forever. Great content keep bringing it.
Great content, Rocky! I love T-Cats and would love to see a video explaining the different generations and options over the years. I would also love to see more on that King Cat! There is some history behind that name... Great Channel, keep it up! 💯
You got it!
I bought my 95 mountaint cat ext 580 efi for 125.00. The fuel pump was locked up. I took my 18v tool battery arched it a few times and it worked perfect. It was a great machine.
Can ya imagine??? Opening one panel and having access to everything. I still have a 96 Tcat and 95 ZRT8 in my garage. Nothing sounds like a triple 2S, lol.
I've a Zrt 600 triple, 93, 1400 miles I purchased new..not run in waaaay to many years...need to get you compassionate folks to help me out...things a beast as I remember...peace.
Got me one of those! Awesome sled. A piece of history, the beginning of the muscle sleds. Glad you are saving it
What a killer sled man I love seeing this longer form content.
Thanks for watching!
when i had my 99 tcat with 220+hp that thing wouldn't , want to start when it was like -30 outside ,,,snapped my pull cord a few times , but afer a while , i learned that when it was -30 or colder , then i would just take a nylon rope ,,,, wrapp it around the clutch 5 or 6 times and pull that cord ,,,, once shes turned over a few times , then you can use the pull cord ,, pllus this is a cool way to start the sled if ever your pull cord snaps
Thanks for the tip!
That powder special in the back, sooooo sweet brother. Awesome sleds.
I have a 96 ZRT600 08ZR800 CUTCHED PIPED STUDDED AND HOT ROD CHIPPED AND 2008 F7 TEAM ARCTIC.
ARCTIC CAT ROCKS. KEEP UP THE GOOD JOB.
Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!
New subscriber here..
You had me..All it took was the "old T-Cat❤
Thank you for the content
Flash from the past👍
Thanks for the sub!
15:20 "Time to get this thing started an see what she's gonna run like." Look under where the exhaust is and u can tell that they have already started it up and got it warmed up a bit an know it runs. Great video guy's we need more of these older sleds coming back out even tho ur a Cat guy look for another one to save, Im a Doo kinda guy.
They had to re pull the carbs. 2 needles were stuck and not letting fuel into engine. I'm sure there was some editing
I had a skidoo mxz 583 new in 93 and it was a fast machine. I remember being on a tight trail and incoming came a new thundercat triple and when we passed along side each other i felt his machine vibrate through mine. I turned around and was in disbelief.That day i knew to never tangle with those triple kitties
That’s hilarious!!😂 Thanks for sharing! My dad was snowmobiling in West Yellowstone MT in 1994. He rented a brand new 94 EXT 580 EFI. He went over by the airport where there was a huge flat meadow and was topped out going 85 and he could hear a loud roar come ripping past him. Had to be going over 100 mph.. It was 2 1993 Thundercats racing each other.
I had the same sled back in the late nineties. Loved that 900 !!!
Just found your channel. I think it's pretty awesome that a young guy like yourself is into the old school sleds. Old school is the best school 👍
I really appreciate it! It's cool to see the old sleds getting some love these days!
Man what a find 136 unbelievable. Wish i could go back to the 90’a the hay days of snowmobiles. Still love riding today im into my Z1’s to me there the big block caddys of snowmobiles. Big power so comfy perfect seating position.
Also very warm iconic and look awesome. But I want a thundrcat specifically a long track.
Awsome video thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
@@OldSchoolArcticCats if theres a cat ill always watch love my cats.
Raced SX and pro XC on cats 15 years.
Cat sponsored me when nobody else would. I put cats on top of podium so many times lost count. With many more podiums and championships im forever loyal to arctic cat. No snowmobile manufacturer that helps the little guys like myself. Im not literally little 6,3 270 pounds now lol!!
Little guy meaning poor not much money on nobody’s radar. Thats what cats about helping guys like myself how can anyone not love that.
Thanks for watching.. Arctic cats are awesome!
The triplets sound so wicked with individual expansion chambers
I would still tear it down and do crank bearings
I'll tear it down. I'll also do the Mike Miller water pump while I'm in there. Thanks for watching and please help Rocky's channel by subscribing!
Please don't use starting fluid on a 2 stroke it has no lubrication properties. Use a spray bottle with 2 stroke oil and gas mixture.
Thunder…. Thunder… Thundercats.. OOHHH!!!!
Had a 93 wildcat mountain cat, best sled I ever owned. Traded it on a 96 T Cat mountain cat. Those old cats were a lot of fun.
A couple friends bought these when they were new in the early 90's. 136" long track lol! Technology has come a long ways in 30 years :D
I was a big CAT fan when ibwas a kid, my uncle use to sell them. He has so many never even started that got stuffed into garage or storage containers
Glad your making these vids, I'd never opt for one of these old gals but its good to see all the positivity you have for theme
Thanks for watching. Old School Arctic Cats are the best.
Dude you said you’re not going to ride it much because it’s rare that’s like saving your girlfriend for the next guy😂😂😂😂
You have a point there
Dude, Awesome! Thank you for sharing!
Man those triples are mean
As a proud Canadian I like to use a hockey stick in my primary instead of the ole prybar, great vidjéo fella🤙
Thanks for watching!
I just got a mint 90 prowler 440 for 500.. it’s one of the cleanest sleds I’ve ever seen. Subscribed
That’s awesome! Love these old cats. Thanks for watching.
Back when that sled was new, I worked in a machine shop and I built or modified lots of parts for the Suzuki tripples. There's a few things that can be done to make them very mean aside from their extra weight. My friends rode them but I stayed with a 700 twin. Found out after a few years that they are short lived and the bottom end is only good for about 2k miles. I would mag the crank and do the bearings if I were you. jmo
I am a Yamahah guy but always wanted a thunder kitty
I remember being a kid and thinking those were so cool. We had tons of arctic cats growing up, but nothing that extreme. Sad to see that in 2025 they appear to be in deep trouble :(
I remember those cats never ever forget your tow rope.
Not sure if ur in the tcat page on FB but there’s a guy whose re manufactured the first gen air box boots and from peoples feedback they are great compared to the OEM ones.
Got to love that ethanol gas, 25 years ago, you never saw that green crap. Maybe some dried up tan varnish.
Very cool you scored on 2 amazing sleds for 200 bones each !! Im a skidoo guy and if you get that 600 running properly hang on very quick sled !! i just watched your video on the skidoo formula 3!! You must have a horshoe up your ass too find deals like that LOL!! Awesome video !! I have never ever owned an arctic guy !! I used to be polaris but i started buy skidoo in 1993
Thanks for watching! That skidoo is awesome. I have some videos of me riding with my XLT & Powder Extreme check out those videos as well! I appreciate the comments!
I love your vids
Ethanol gas is the worst
My lower back is aching and kidneys are bleeding just watching this video. 😂😂
I had an 650 triple Indy piped clutched jetted ported studded that would eat most any sled ...... and i was not afraid of thunderchickens.
Wow beauty 😁👌
Keep up the good work looking forward to next race video TEAM GREEN
I am a DOO guy ! - but I luv me sum KITTY ( thanx ) for the content
if those pistons or rings were stuck that thing if gonna blow the top end in a matter or minutes not hours soon as a load is put on them. im thinking you have more or a crank bearing issue myself, just rebuild the engine.
i got a 1999 530 pretty good shape too
Dude you ripped that guy off but good 😂😂😂😂
Gotta love an old greasy triple.
Love these older triple cyl muscle sleds from the 90's to the early mid 2000's from all the brands Ski Doo Polaris Arctic Cat and yes the 4cyl Yamaha...they not only sound the best but when it comes to the looks dept they're second to none not to mention fast as hell...my favorite is the Thundercat though...I'm in the process right now of trying to find one of each brand even if I have to have them totally restored to original specs...got my eye on a 2001 T Cat but the guy won't sell but ain't giving up on it the thing is mint with only 800 original miles on the odometer and I know the guy he's had it since new so it's the correct miles...keep up the great vids on those gorgeous T cats!!
Hope it works out for you.. Thanks for watching.
Sweet cat buddy...i enjoyed the video...i hope the cyls werent filled with coolant in the beginning though
Never seen a factory 1993 long track.
First 1# Artic -Cat Panther 1970 Morristown NY 🏁👍
Awesome video man love the old school stuff
Thanks for the visit
Hey thanks for the video ...I just picked up a 1996 artic cat JAG - LC a 440 motor in it twin carb 2 cyl. It's a runner but missing a couple parts . Any ideas best place to find parts for it ? And I need a work Manuel for it as well .. anyways thanks and if you might know something hit me up ....I'm over west of you Utah / Nevada border ....👍🏻
Depending on what you are needing… I have had success with hitting up Arctic Cat Facebook groups for parts.
Thanks for the tip ...I will check FB groups out 👍🏻
So Thundercat 1000 engine put in M1000 chassis and M1000 engine put in thundercat chassis and that'll be interested to see what difference.
Nice sleds, man
That’s what there like to start at -20 😄
I want a Thundercat So bad! But I want the 1000cc!!
Smoked myself silly, started 1990 EXT after 6 years
Started on 3rd pull
I just bought a 93 artic cat wildcat 700 EFI for $300.
Jeeze so much for the rings
Didn’t know cat made that year with a long track?
New subcsriber here, from Vermont! come over and ride up into Quebec sometime!
I'm sure he knows what to do all you experts lmao 🤣 😊
Get yourself a ultrasonic cleaner
If it wasn’t junk, it sure is now more starting fluid
Bearings crank seals water pump all need replaced. That’s why they’re very rare people like this guy is showing you everything not to do.
You put the crowbar through the clutch where the spider buttons run up and down. Not the end of the world but.... made me cringe
Don't have that problem with EFI
2' cylinders better than 3
And you have more chance of getting more junk in the carbs running those air pods than you do the airbox.
I wouldn't say rare.. the real reason is nobody wants to dig them heavy led sleds out of the snow when you get it stuck😂😂😂 why buy that when there's a lot lighter options out there
Anyone with any mechanical ability would of cleaned carbs before attempting to start a sled that hasn't run in 2yrs
I live in Oklahoma and dont have a sled, and have never riden on one. Why am i watching this?
Good content though, ill go watch another!
That’s awesome!! Thanks for watching!!
starting fluid BAD
These early artic cats are super ugly machines lol
Starting fluid? wow just wow why not pull plugs put mix gas in hole ? I would never use quick start on my sleds but its your sled so your world that is cringe when saw that Never spray quick start in Nikasil
If you really paid 200 bucks. You got ripped off lol
One sled I want bad is a nice 1994 zr 700 twin iff there clutched and piped right there a ditch ripper from hell but if you don’t let the 700 twin warm up good every time they burn down. Fun sleds to ride tho
cool sled love the 79 panther in your dads shop i had one of those
Thanks for watching. I will be doing a review on that 79!
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