UTV Drivetrain
Why do I need a Particle Separator for my Polaris, Can-Am Side X Side?
I have been working and servicing side X sides for almost eight years now, and with this experience, I get to see what kind of problems are some of the most expensive to fix and some of the least amount of maintenance performed. From the beginning of the Polaris RZR 800, there has been one…
Read MoreWhy Your Polaris UTV Clutch Needs An Upgrade
Clutch jerk and clanking sound on takeoff and shifting: Do you want your Polaris to take off smooth, and mellow out on the clicking? It’s not always the drive belt’s fault. The secondary clutch on this vehicle from Polaris is Team Industries, similar to a golf cart style. The secondary, along with square pucks, is…
Read MoreHow to Diagnose Engine Cold Start on 2017 Polaris General 1000
There are several things that will cause a hard, cold start on your Polaris. Let’s go over the steps to diagnose this problem. It comes about by a process of elimination: Battery connections, including dirty or loose connectors. Clean and service battery and tighten terminals. Check battery connections and test battery. Loose battery connections or…
Read MorePolaris UTV Side X Side Front Differential
The front differential on your side x side needs maintenance to keep working properly. The Polaris differential has been evolving for many years now. In its beginning, they basically had started the concept in the ATV market and brought over the basic idea to the UTV Side X Side market. Regular fluid service should be…
Read MoreBest UTV Side x Side oil and drive-train fluids
This is why I like and trust Amsoil as my go-to fluids: In today’s market, there are so many options on all your fluid needs for your Side x Side. Every one of them claiming to do and be the best on the market for your needs. A lot of them are the major name…
Read MoreWill your Side X Side UTV make it through the winter?
Is it the end of the season for taking your UTV riding? This is the best time to have its services performed. There are usually discounts available to service it in the winter months. Amsoil has a fuel stabilizer for long term storage, and Amsoil quick shot in case you had to use Ethanol base…
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