The Skandic and even moreso the Expedition are most popoular Utility sled in Ak by far. I think the 600 Ace is a perfect match for Wtrak...great job on videos!
Really enjoy your videos. Last year I bought a 2022 Skandic 600 etec WT. the ace was not available. I love the machine wish there were more videos with that engine in the Skandic. I use it for ice fishing and getting into my camp in western Maine. Very mild winter so far here.
Thanks, loving my Expedition LE more every day. We got a bunch of new snow and I noticed it really swirls in behind the windshield covering everything with snow
You must of removed the gazebo video, I forgot to write down the name of the roofing panels you used, looks like exactly what I need, hopefully you see this, thank you
Actually Ken, In the Skandic Ski-doo makes the 600 EFI 2 stroke, the 900 ace 4 stroke and a 600 ace four stroke which is the one I have. Thanks for watching!
Hello there was wondering did you take off the bottom linq plate under your box. Love the design of that box especially the chainsaw bracket. Am pricing out the box and chainsaw holder they want $800 kinda too cheap for that myself lol.
I did not remove the linq platform since the tail light is built into it, and I bolted the box to that platform. I prefer to build my own since you can build it the way you want for your needs, and for a fraction of the price. Thanks for watching Rick
It is definitely tippy, expeditions are more stable but I find the tippyness to be an advantage especially when side hilling, or even in tight bush, easier to tilt it over and control it. Just my thoughts. Thanks for watching!
really like your videos. built the box too. and i like the choice of music on your vids. might have to just get used to the scandic or get an expedition. been over on my side 3 times now. in aboiut 30 km. @@whatido3021
Hey G. I just bought a 21 Skandic WT 600 EFI. Gets shipped up next week. How do you like yours? I have a 15 Skandic SWT right now and its a beast for pulling but she's too wide. Feels like i pooped a football after riding for a day!! Hi to JA.
Hey Buddy! Hope everything is awesome your way! My Skandic is awesome, I have the 600 4 stroke and it has been amazing but actually had enough snow our way to get it stuck this year. Bought a new trapline north of us about 45mins and the snow levels there really put it to the test. Take care buddy and say hi to the family for me!
I watched your videos - you made me laugh a few times. One thing guys add here are track savers. They replace the bolts on your rear springs so when that cheesy plastic slide snaps un the cold the spring doesn't ruin your track and the other end doesn't ruin your cooler. Fire me your address and I will send you a set. Get JA to contact the misses.
These are very reliable machines although I try to sell and upgrade around 5000kms to avoid issues since these new machines are full of electronics and no back up starter on the 4 strokes, sure cars and trucks don't have a back up for starting them although they tend to be accessible when issues occur, snowmobiles not so much, if I were in a super remote area alone, and intended to keep it for a long time I would go with a Yamaha VK540 which are carbureted, have a recoil starter as a backup, and you can basically fix anything on them yourself. If any issues were to happen with the machine I have it might not be as easy to deal with. Not to discourage these 4 strokes since they are very reliable, incredibly fuel efficient, quiet and the power is amazing. A ski hill in the area has some with over 30 000kms and no issues with the engine so they are quite reliable. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
I have a 2021 900 Ace Skandic, and went to adjust the drive chain tensioner. I tightened the tensioner by hand, as per manual instructions. But then I went to the other side to check the free play in the secondary and discovered that there is quite a bit of play still. Unlike in my other machines where tightening the tensioner would get rid of most play in the secondary pulley. I am wondering if it has to do with the transmission in these skandics, and if it is normal. Did you check the chain tensioner on yours yet?
I have checked the tension and adjusted as the manual says although I can't say that I've noticed the excessive play on the secondary, I will check it out out and get back to you. It is definitely different then my 2015.
@@whatido3021 This is the play I am talking about: ruclips.net/video/qh5NVomQjj0/видео.html It seems way different than in other videos where they use seconday's play to determine chain tension. Like here: ruclips.net/video/7g7NOF7d6Yk/видео.html The only explanation that comes to mind is that gearbox might be doing that, since its not a direct drive in these machines.
Not sure if you've seen my skimmer video but this sled was not a good design the way I bought it, after the improvements I made it's been working very well for me.
Why are they doing this to us, the old fashiond flip hood were so much moore service friendly. If nothing else it proves that good looks arn`t everything
The Skandic and even moreso the Expedition are most popoular Utility sled in Ak by far.
I think the 600 Ace is a perfect match for Wtrak...great job on videos!
Ski Doo could think out the hood removal so much better with a bit of thought. This is a machine that will be used in the extremes!
Definitely, the hood is a pain especially considering how simple they were 20 years ago and now this!!
@@whatido3021 No doubt...... there HAS to be a better way.
Sweet vid, nice description, I like how you show each step clearly
Enjoyed the video.. looks to be a long, long trip for some firewood. But a nice day for a ride, just the same.
Really enjoy your videos. Last year I bought a 2022 Skandic 600 etec WT. the ace was not available. I love the machine wish there were more videos with that engine in the Skandic. I use it for ice fishing and getting into my camp in western Maine. Very mild winter so far here.
Thanks Dan, good luck fishing and enjoy the camp!
Thanks, loving my Expedition LE more every day. We got a bunch of new snow and I noticed it really swirls in behind the windshield covering everything with snow
Yes my Skandic is the same way. Kind of a trade off when you have a high windshield. Still warmer then a low windshield though!
Awesome video, very helpful to me!!!❤️
Glad to hear it helped! Thanks Scott.
You must of removed the gazebo video, I forgot to write down the name of the roofing panels you used, looks like exactly what I need, hopefully you see this, thank you
Sorry for that Frank, there was some issue with my video and had to remove it, the panels are called Ondura, got the from Rona/Lowe's
600 cc is a 2 stroke. Not sure what oil change you are referring to. But a very good video showing things I can do myself.
Actually Ken, In the Skandic Ski-doo makes the 600 EFI 2 stroke, the 900 ace 4 stroke and a 600 ace four stroke which is the one I have. Thanks for watching!
This is my dream machine - 600 cc, fourstroke geared for pulling- beautiful. Tundras are also nice. How good is it in ungroomed snow say 2’ or more?
Hello there was wondering did you take off the bottom linq plate under your box. Love the design of that box especially the chainsaw bracket. Am pricing out the box and chainsaw holder they want $800 kinda too cheap for that myself lol.
I did not remove the linq platform since the tail light is built into it, and I bolted the box to that platform. I prefer to build my own since you can build it the way you want for your needs, and for a fraction of the price.
Thanks for watching Rick
I just got a scandic 900 ace. Seems really tippy. Do you find that is a problem ?
It is definitely tippy, expeditions are more stable but I find the tippyness to be an advantage especially when side hilling, or even in tight bush, easier to tilt it over and control it. Just my thoughts. Thanks for watching!
really like your videos. built the box too. and i like the choice of music on your vids. might have to just get used to the scandic or get an expedition. been over on my side 3 times now. in aboiut 30 km. @@whatido3021
A little spit goes a long way when reinstalling windshield!
Hey G. I just bought a 21 Skandic WT 600 EFI. Gets shipped up next week. How do you like yours? I have a 15 Skandic SWT right now and its a beast for pulling but she's too wide. Feels like i pooped a football after riding for a day!! Hi to JA.
Hey Buddy! Hope everything is awesome your way! My Skandic is awesome, I have the 600 4 stroke and it has been amazing but actually had enough snow our way to get it stuck this year. Bought a new trapline north of us about 45mins and the snow levels there really put it to the test.
Take care buddy and say hi to the family for me!
Glad to hear things are going well for you. All good here. Have the new sled and liking it so far. I will send a pic to JA's messenger. Have a look.
I watched your videos - you made me laugh a few times. One thing guys add here are track savers. They replace the bolts on your rear springs so when that cheesy plastic slide snaps un the cold the spring doesn't ruin your track and the other end doesn't ruin your cooler. Fire me your address and I will send you a set. Get JA to contact the misses.
@@randycurl4131 Sounds good Randy, will get JA to get in contact.
I do a lot of ice fishing. I’m looking for a good dependable machine. I keep being drawn to the Skandic. Just curious your thoughts?
These are very reliable machines although I try to sell and upgrade around 5000kms to avoid issues since these new machines are full of electronics and no back up starter on the 4 strokes, sure cars and trucks don't have a back up for starting them although they tend to be accessible when issues occur, snowmobiles not so much, if I were in a super remote area alone, and intended to keep it for a long time I would go with a Yamaha VK540 which are carbureted, have a recoil starter as a backup, and you can basically fix anything on them yourself. If any issues were to happen with the machine I have it might not be as easy to deal with. Not to discourage these 4 strokes since they are very reliable, incredibly fuel efficient, quiet and the power is amazing. A ski hill in the area has some with over 30 000kms and no issues with the engine so they are quite reliable. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
@@whatido3021 I really appreciate your input! Thank you 🙏🏼
I have a 2021 900 Ace Skandic, and went to adjust the drive chain tensioner. I tightened the tensioner by hand, as per manual instructions. But then I went to the other side to check the free play in the secondary and discovered that there is quite a bit of play still. Unlike in my other machines where tightening the tensioner would get rid of most play in the secondary pulley. I am wondering if it has to do with the transmission in these skandics, and if it is normal. Did you check the chain tensioner on yours yet?
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I have checked the tension and adjusted as the manual says although I can't say that I've noticed the excessive play on the secondary, I will check it out out and get back to you. It is definitely different then my 2015.
@@whatido3021 This is the play I am talking about: ruclips.net/video/qh5NVomQjj0/видео.html It seems way different than in other videos where they use seconday's play to determine chain tension. Like here: ruclips.net/video/7g7NOF7d6Yk/видео.html The only explanation that comes to mind is that gearbox might be doing that, since its not a direct drive in these machines.
@@whatido3021 went to the dealer and checked out a skandic on the floor. Same thing as mine. Same play. Must be the gearbox.
@@sergey-c8c Mine is the same, play on the secondary, the way they are built I guess!
Enjoyed the video. how wide is your freight sled?
The sleigh is 30" wide and 8' long, 6 loads for a full cord of wood.
thanks for the info and for the videos. I just ordered mine this month looking forward to next winter thanks again for the info.
Почему в Россию перестали в возить. Скандики 600.Отправте мне хоть один.
Это очень плохо, они великие машины!
What brand of sled are you using to haul your wood?
There's an outfit a couple hours away that makes them, Barehead plastics is the name and they call it a freight sled.
@@whatido3021 do you know if they sell them in the US?
@@nosautomation9217 Not sure at all, Halford's out of Edmonton AB sells them so they might be able to ship one your way. Check out their website.
Not sure if you've seen my skimmer video but this sled was not a good design the way I bought it, after the improvements I made it's been working very well for me.
Is that a 395 Husky chainsaw ? Or a 372
372 actually, good saw! Used them lots when I was logging.
@@whatido3021 Yup I used them a lot back in the day lol doing 3D seismic
@TerraTrax I’ve only used Huskavarna Stihl and Jonsered and I made a Jonsavarna once hahaha jonsered with Huskavarna parts Lol
Why are they doing this to us, the old fashiond flip hood were so much moore service friendly. If nothing else it proves that good looks arn`t everything
Well said, I keep thinking the same!