22 XCR runs 10-15F cooler studded than non studded 21 Indy Matrix Launch edition. XCR is 137 vs 129 Indy also. Just studded the Indy and will see how it drops temp in 22-23 winter.
HI guys, I could not help but notice your ice scratcher set up for the VR1 in this video. I would love to know what you used for scratcher and the catch you have holding them up. Long story short, I have a 2015 and 2017 ProS 800. I DO NOT WANT CABLE SCRATCHERS (ABSOLUTE JUNK), I have used the skidoo scratchers with mounts from One-Rig design with great success, but there is nothing to hang them on when you don't want them down. I am intrigued by your scratcher and catch set-up. Any help?
Hi David, That certainly would have been easier but the dealer just got them in on Friday and we had the skid back in already. Also, wanted to show how to do it with the skid in as I'd imagine most people may keep the skid in when installing these and studding.
I need studs and tunnel protectors for 21 650 xc launch .do you like that stud pattern .I went to the woodys site and they recommend a different patter for the doubles bit ive seen your pattern on sleds too
Terry, this pattern has worked for many years and many different sleds …. It all comes down to personal preference … if your in a racing league then sure some of it might matter but for the trail rider …. It’s not going to make a difference !
We didn’t ride the sleds before putting them on so can’t comment on that, but the Matryx run noticeably cooler then the Axys do. Very efficient cooling system !
Do you guys have any experience with the igrip screw in studs?? I realize it’s not the same as regular conventional picked track but looking at them for my new VR1 whenever it arrives ???????? Thinking it would be like a Ice Ripper track ???
Hi Paul, I don't have any personal experience, not sure if Colt has but from what I've seen, when installed properly it would give you the same effect of a pre-studded track for sure. I like conventional studs personally, trying the Studboy Pro lite backers on mine as well when it arrives.
I just snow checked a 2022 XCR 850 136” 1.35 cobra. I looking for opinion on stud length and what you think of the stud boy pro backers and how many you recommend per track. I see you have 2 per track on this sled. Thanks
Hey, first off Congrats on the MY22 snowcheck Xcr 136 great choice ! As for studs on the cobra track I run 1.50 stud boy powerpoints with the pro series double backers, I run 2 studs per bar so on the Xcr 136 with the 2.53 pitch track it would equal 108 studs @ 2 per bar . I usually run 3 per bar previously but went back too 2 studs per bar the last 2 years and it’s perfect ... less weight also
Hey I feel dumb asking this. I just pick up my VR1 and notice the headlight is pretty much in the dirt like 10' or less in front of the sled. Have you guys tried to adjust the headlight on the sled. I know all about the adjuster knob. But I`m wondering if there is a lock or something I can`t see or find. Because it won`t move at all to the point that if I try any harder I`m afraid it will break. Wondering if there is a locking screw or something I`m missing. I`ve tried pushing in on the knob and pulling it out and still won`t move. I have the hood off and can`t see anything but the damn thing will not move at all.
Hey Chas, we haven’t had to point the headlight as the light seemed to be pointed very well on the sled we have currently. The sled is currently away getting wrapped so I can’t check it to see.
Bought a 2021 Switchback Assault MATRYX 650 146. Going to put a lock and ride second seat on it for my wife and/or grandkids. Should I get these when I put on the beefier torsion springs (2884977)
@@jbgamblin which lug height do you have on your Assault ? 1.35 cobra, 1.5 pre studded, 1.6 cobra or 2” ? If you have the 1.5 pre studded the tunnel protectors come in it from the factory. All other do not need them unless you stud the track
@@jbgamblin yes that is a good idea forsure, when you have a passabger you can true. Then to med or hard (2/3 setting) and when by yourself turn back down to 1 so you don’t comprise any ride quality
Hi Vornice, there's definitely other ways of doing it, we just tried to follow the Polaris Directions and taking the bumper and flap off was a 2min job and gave us lots of working room.
Great video guys like all the rest. But the second I saw those bolts I could see it on your faces WTF LMAO. I was like this is a very stupid and dumb ass design. With all the brain power Polaris has they came up with this. Who ever came up with this must have been someone`s family member LOL. I can`t believe Polaris didn`t use one of the old methods that has worked for years. Slide it in till it bottoms out, and either use one bolt in the back or pinch the rail together. Has anyone you know ever has an issue with a tunnel protector in there sled. Polaris should have known better LOL Either way keep up the good work. How about showing one on taking the pipe out with out Scratching everything up.
Thanks for the comment! Yeah it's not complicated or hard just shimmying the protector down seemed a bit more work than it needed to be lol But we believe the aluminum protectors would help dissipate the heat VS the older Polaris sleds where you basically slid a teflon slider like you do on the rails which would keep heat in. These are also surprisingly heavy, but also would help stiffen things up a bit. Bottom line is they are in and never coming out lol
@@krazykanucksperformance2242 I hear ya, Your doing almost everything i`ll be doing to my once I pick it up. but like you said more work then it needs to be. I`m not sure how much stiffer it will be with only 3 small bolts still going to aloud alot of flex.
I'm going to do studs and the protection this weekend, this is super helpful. Thanks, guys.
I have my skid and track out so this was very easy for me to install these and no need to remove my snow flap etc...
Thanks for the video. I sprayed wd40 in the slots and the protectors glided right in.
Great video guys....Doing mine tomorrow...no reason to watch another video!!!.THANKS!!!
Cheers 🤙🤙
@@krazykanucksperformance2242 not sure where you guys ride...heading to The UP Tuesday....Buy ya a beer if your up there 😉
@@mikemyers1516 we are in Ontario CANADA lol appreciate it though. If I’m ever over your way I’ll take you up on that
Good vid! Just installed mine. You're right - the hand rivet tool was a pain in the a$$!
22 XCR runs 10-15F cooler studded than non studded 21 Indy Matrix Launch edition. XCR is 137 vs 129 Indy also. Just studded the Indy and will see how it drops temp in 22-23 winter.
HI guys, I could not help but notice your ice scratcher set up for the VR1 in this video. I would love to know what you used for scratcher and the catch you have holding them up. Long story short, I have a 2015 and 2017 ProS 800. I DO NOT WANT CABLE SCRATCHERS (ABSOLUTE JUNK), I have used the skidoo scratchers with mounts from One-Rig design with great success, but there is nothing to hang them on when you don't want them down. I am intrigued by your scratcher and catch set-up. Any help?
On the pro-s these style of tunnel mount scratchers won’t work unfortunately !!
Is this going to be the same process on a 23 XCR 850 136 length?
Should have installed tunnel protectors when you had the skid frame out.
Hi David, That certainly would have been easier but the dealer just got them in on Friday and we had the skid back in already. Also, wanted to show how to do it with the skid in as I'd imagine most people may keep the skid in when installing these and studding.
Great work made it look easy
Thank you! Cheers!
I like some of the stuff you painted. Do you remember what brand and color of paint it was?
Polaris dealer sells it “Indy Red” if the colour. Comes in a spray can 🤙
I need studs and tunnel protectors for 21 650 xc launch .do you like that stud pattern .I went to the woodys site and they recommend a different patter for the doubles bit ive seen your pattern on sleds too
Terry, this pattern has worked for many years and many different sleds …. It all comes down to personal preference … if your in a racing league then sure some of it might matter but for the trail rider …. It’s not going to make a difference !
why not leave the bumper on and just remove the snowflap?
Made that look easy!!
Curious if you noticed any difference in cooling once installed? I did read somewhere that the protectors also add some decent cooling capacity.
We didn’t ride the sleds before putting them on so can’t comment on that, but the Matryx run noticeably cooler then the Axys do. Very efficient cooling system !
Thanks for the good video helps a lot
Glad to help Bill!
For some reason, I keep thinking your track is installed backwards
Lol, it’s installed in the proper direction 👌
Do you guys have any experience with the igrip screw in studs?? I realize it’s not the same as regular conventional picked track but looking at them for my new VR1 whenever it arrives ???????? Thinking it would be like a Ice Ripper track ???
Hi Paul, I don't have any personal experience, not sure if Colt has but from what I've seen, when installed properly it would give you the same effect of a pre-studded track for sure. I like conventional studs personally, trying the Studboy Pro lite backers on mine as well when it arrives.
I just snow checked a 2022 XCR 850 136” 1.35 cobra. I looking for opinion on stud length and what you think of the stud boy pro backers and how many you recommend per track. I see you have 2 per track on this sled. Thanks
Hey, first off Congrats on the MY22 snowcheck Xcr 136 great choice ! As for studs on the cobra track I run 1.50 stud boy powerpoints with the pro series double backers, I run 2 studs per bar so on the Xcr 136 with the 2.53 pitch track it would equal 108 studs @ 2 per bar . I usually run 3 per bar previously but went back too 2 studs per bar the last 2 years and it’s perfect ... less weight also
@@krazykanucksperformance2242 thanks for the help and keep the videos coming!
@@DClem1468 no problem at all! We have been slacking badly the past month ! We will pick back up for end of the season maintenance and next pre season
Hey I feel dumb asking this. I just pick up my VR1 and notice the headlight is pretty much in the dirt like 10' or less in front of the sled. Have you guys tried to adjust the headlight on the sled. I know all about the adjuster knob. But I`m wondering if there is a lock or something I can`t see or find. Because it won`t move at all to the point that if I try any harder I`m afraid it will break. Wondering if there is a locking screw or something I`m missing. I`ve tried pushing in on the knob and pulling it out and still won`t move. I have the hood off and can`t see anything but the damn thing will not move at all.
Hey Chas, we haven’t had to point the headlight as the light seemed to be pointed very well on the sled we have currently. The sled is currently away getting wrapped so I can’t check it to see.
How’d you guys paint that vent cover red by the pull cord there?
Ross we removed it, primed it and then painted it
Hey Guys, Whats the height of the tunnel protectors, like 1.5" ? Thanks !
Sleds are all
Sold for now untill the 2023’s come in I won’t be able to get you a measurement unfortunately.
@@krazykanucksperformance2242 Ok...Thanks
Will this fit the 136 xcr
Yes they will fit …..the 136” is due to the pitch of the track and the 2.52 pitch drivers otherwise the tunnel is the same on a 137 and 136 🤙
Is this an option from the factory?
Only comes from the factory if you order a pre-studded track
Bought a 2021 Switchback Assault MATRYX 650 146. Going to put a lock and ride second seat on it for my wife and/or grandkids. Should I get these when I put on the beefier torsion springs (2884977)
Are you studding it, and which track are you running ? If you are studding it then forsure you need tunnel protectors !
@@krazykanucksperformance2242 running 146. Hadn’t thought of studding it
Was thinking of torsion springs due to weight increase with double seat
@@jbgamblin which lug height do you have on your Assault ? 1.35 cobra, 1.5 pre studded, 1.6 cobra or 2” ? If you have the 1.5 pre studded the tunnel protectors come in it from the factory. All other do not need them unless you stud the track
@@jbgamblin yes that is a good idea forsure, when you have a passabger you can true. Then to med or hard (2/3 setting) and when by yourself turn back down to 1 so you don’t comprise any ride quality
yeah you dont need to take the bumper or snow flap off we did our three just fine without any of that jazz
Hi Vornice, there's definitely other ways of doing it, we just tried to follow the Polaris Directions and taking the bumper and flap off was a 2min job and gave us lots of working room.
Great video guys like all the rest. But the second I saw those bolts I could see it on your faces WTF LMAO. I was like this is a very stupid and dumb ass design. With all the brain power Polaris has they came up with this. Who ever came up with this must have been someone`s family member LOL. I can`t believe Polaris didn`t use one of the old methods that has worked for years. Slide it in till it bottoms out, and either use one bolt in the back or pinch the rail together. Has anyone you know ever has an issue with a tunnel protector in there sled. Polaris should have known better LOL Either way keep up the good work. How about showing one on taking the pipe out with out Scratching everything up.
Thanks for the comment! Yeah it's not complicated or hard just shimmying the protector down seemed a bit more work than it needed to be lol But we believe the aluminum protectors would help dissipate the heat VS the older Polaris sleds where you basically slid a teflon slider like you do on the rails which would keep heat in. These are also surprisingly heavy, but also would help stiffen things up a bit. Bottom line is they are in and never coming out lol
You can't just assume every product design is perfect, you can always pick something that is dumb or stupid in ANY design.
@@krazykanucksperformance2242 I hear ya, Your doing almost everything i`ll be doing to my once I pick it up. but like you said more work then it needs to be. I`m not sure how much stiffer it will be with only 3 small bolts still going to aloud alot of flex.
@@josephkan8253 Right you are but that is a dumb design LOL
hi ,,, mine are on back order till late jan or march , so i have to make a set ,, can you tell me how wide and high the ones you installed ,, tks ,