Easier streering with h/d front track spring

whetsel.m · 01-12-2012, 10:12 AM

Anyone try the #225 front track spring for easier steering?

michahicks · 01-12-2012, 10:45 AM

I was going to, but backed off on the idea. My thought was that the 225 might help with heavy steering, but maybe that heavy steering is something I want at higher speeds? The thought of a front end pushing unexpectedly is stuff nightmares are made of when whistling through some of the tight trails I love....

When messing with an early IQ or Fusion, I think the change in steering geometry with a spindle change is a better plan. That's just me though...

triumphoveru · 01-12-2012, 11:11 AM

I have installed it, but still do not have any miles on it yet this season. I also have the 09 lightweight dragon spindles which I have had a chance to get some seat time with, and they did improve the heavy steering. But I wanted even better steering so I installed this spring. But I also have the 755 Fusion which is a tad heavier than the 600ho's.

If we ever get any snow, I'll report back with results.

whetsel.m · 01-12-2012, 11:55 AM

I'm glad to head someone has "almost" tried this! I already have hrp spindles and just want more. What skis are you using? I look forward to hearing back on how the spring helps.

bob · 01-12-2012, 12:29 PM

The only change I made was I put on SLY DOG ski's and I thought it made a big difference. I'm happy the way it is now.

Stumper · 01-15-2012, 12:07 AM

I put in the 225lb spring this year but also and lowered the limiter strap to the bottom hole, I also only put about 1/2 inch of tension on the spring when I installed it BUT have not tested it yet because we have NO SNOW!!! My steering is pathetic, so I hope this helps
Also put in the .407 fat boy torsion springs last year because of the dreaded sag due to massive ice build-up, it rides very stiff but I'm getting used to it.

xltier12 · 01-15-2012, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by michahicks

I was going to, but backed off on the idea. My thought was that the 225 might help with heavy steering, but maybe that heavy steering is something I want at higher speeds? The thought of a front end pushing unexpectedly is stuff nightmares are made of when whistling through some of the tight trails I love....

When messing with an early IQ or Fusion, I think the change in steering geometry with a spindle change is a better plan. That's just me though...

definatly the spindals r the way to go.its hard enough turning without taking weight off the skis.

whetsel.m · 02-17-2012, 10:21 PM

Any body get enuff snow to test the front track spring out yet?

michahicks · 09-24-2012, 10:08 PM

So after a couple seasons dragging my feet thinking about installing this 225 pound spring, I'm ready. Now, you think I can find one? Nope...

Anyone have a source for it, or a Polaris part number?

D-rail · 09-25-2012, 12:07 AM

Is this it?

7041822-067 Heavy duty front track coil spring 225#

01-12-2012, 10:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
whetsel.m Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 54 Current Sled(s): '05 900 fusion Previous Sled(s): '92 Polaris 440, '00 XCSP 600 Location: Hampton, mn Favorite Riding Area: Lawler, MN 11-12 Mileage: 150 10-11 Mileage: 7 Age: 42 Riding Since: 2008	Easier streering with h/d front track spring Anyone try the #225 front track spring for easier steering?

01-12-2012, 10:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
michahicks Super Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 5,074 Current Sled(s): 06 600 HO Fusion Previous Sled(s): 07 600 IQ carb Location: Waterford and Gaylord Mi. Favorite Riding Area: Northern Lower and UP 10-11 Mileage: 1500 Age: 62 Riding Since: 1969	I was going to, but backed off on the idea. My thought was that the 225 might help with heavy steering, but maybe that heavy steering is something I want at higher speeds? The thought of a front end pushing unexpectedly is stuff nightmares are made of when whistling through some of the tight trails I love.... When messing with an early IQ or Fusion, I think the change in steering geometry with a spindle change is a better plan. That's just me though... __________________ 600HO Fusion w/4 valve Air 2.0, HRP spindles, .359 torsion springs, X-Clicks, Retro graphics by ArcticFX, and Tempaflo

09-24-2012, 10:08 PM	#9 (permalink)
michahicks Super Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 5,074 Current Sled(s): 06 600 HO Fusion Previous Sled(s): 07 600 IQ carb Location: Waterford and Gaylord Mi. Favorite Riding Area: Northern Lower and UP 10-11 Mileage: 1500 Age: 62 Riding Since: 1969	So after a couple seasons dragging my feet thinking about installing this 225 pound spring, I'm ready. Now, you think I can find one? Nope... Anyone have a source for it, or a Polaris part number? __________________ 600HO Fusion w/4 valve Air 2.0, HRP spindles, .359 torsion springs, X-Clicks, Retro graphics by ArcticFX, and Tempaflo

09-25-2012, 12:07 AM	#10 (permalink)
D-rail Super Advanced Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,065 Current Sled(s): '98 XC 700 "Snowflake", 2005 Fusion Time Bomb Previous Sled(s): Polaris, Ski-Doo, Yamadog, Rupp, G-Whiz, Scrap Iron, etc. Location: Duluth Favorite Riding Area: roller coaster stuff 12-13 Mileage: 4105 11-12 Mileage: 1925 10-11 Mileage: 3205 Age: 59 Riding Since: 1973	Is this it? 7041822-067 Heavy duty front track coil spring 225# __________________ Back in the '70's, I remember a guy showing me how to play pool for the first time... he said watch this, grabbed a broom and chalked up the handle... he was puttin' the hurt on some old timer @ $10 a game, and said it isn't always about the equipment, it's how you handle the stick. That old timer gave up finally, and wanted me to buy his two piece cue from him, 'cuz it wasn't doing him any good..

01-12-2012, 11:11 AM	#3 (permalink)
triumphoveru Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 67 Current Sled(s): 2006 Fusion 700 Previous Sled(s): 2000 Indy Triumph Location: St. Johns, MI Favorite Riding Area: Franks Knob 10-11 Mileage: 300 Age: 31 Riding Since: 1984	I have installed it, but still do not have any miles on it yet this season. I also have the 09 lightweight dragon spindles which I have had a chance to get some seat time with, and they did improve the heavy steering. But I wanted even better steering so I installed this spring. But I also have the 755 Fusion which is a tad heavier than the 600ho's. If we ever get any snow, I'll report back with results.

01-12-2012, 11:55 AM	#4 (permalink)
whetsel.m Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 54 Current Sled(s): '05 900 fusion Previous Sled(s): '92 Polaris 440, '00 XCSP 600 Location: Hampton, mn Favorite Riding Area: Lawler, MN 11-12 Mileage: 150 10-11 Mileage: 7 Age: 42 Riding Since: 2008	I'm glad to head someone has "almost" tried this! I already have hrp spindles and just want more. What skis are you using? I look forward to hearing back on how the spring helps.

01-12-2012, 12:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
bob Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 58 Location: Wisconsin	The only change I made was I put on SLY DOG ski's and I thought it made a big difference. I'm happy the way it is now.

01-15-2012, 12:07 AM	#6 (permalink)
Stumper Newbie Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 6 Current Sled(s): 2006 Switcher 900 Previous Sled(s): All Polaris Location: Sask Riding Since: 9	I put in the 225lb spring this year but also and lowered the limiter strap to the bottom hole, I also only put about 1/2 inch of tension on the spring when I installed it BUT have not tested it yet because we have NO SNOW!!! My steering is pathetic, so I hope this helps Also put in the .407 fat boy torsion springs last year because of the dreaded sag due to massive ice build-up, it rides very stiff but I'm getting used to it.

02-17-2012, 10:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
whetsel.m Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 54 Current Sled(s): '05 900 fusion Previous Sled(s): '92 Polaris 440, '00 XCSP 600 Location: Hampton, mn Favorite Riding Area: Lawler, MN 11-12 Mileage: 150 10-11 Mileage: 7 Age: 42 Riding Since: 2008	Any body get enuff snow to test the front track spring out yet?

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