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Pre-Season Check List
| Well, the season drawing closer and falls approaching, it’s time to start
checking out our snowmobiles to ensure proper operation. Check with
your operators manual for special instructions regarding adjustments,
lubrication, follow all safety suggestions. Fall is a good time for maintenance,
you can take your time to ensure you covered everything. Once the snow
starts to fly you’ll be ready to go. Below is a simple check list to look over prior
to riding. |
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#1 BRAKES Check proper setting, free operation, and look for worn brakes. |
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#2 CLUTCH Check lubrication |
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#3 CHAIN Check lubrication and examine chain tension |
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#4 TRACK Examine for broken cleats, loose or torn drive holes, and ply
separation. Check alignment. |
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#5 SKIS Check alignment and examine for loose weld joints, or loose or
worn out wear rods. |
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#6 IGNITION Check sparks plugs, carburetor-fuel, replacement of fuel
filter and check fittings. |
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#7 DRIVE BELT Check for wear and cracks. Measure old belt and compare
to specifications. |
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#8 LIGHTS Replace burned out bulbs, apply brakes and check stoplights. |
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#9 SPARE PARTS/TOOLS Pack lights bulbs, spare belt, tools (pliers, adjustable
wrench, screwdrivers) and starter pull rope. |
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#10 WHEELS Check wheel condition and lubrication, axel wheels and
bearings. Look for loose nuts and bolts, broken welds and springs. |
| Don’t forget your trailer
Make sure the tires are in good shape (check the spare also), and wheel
bearings are greased. Check all the lights and connections. Carry a few
extra bulbs and parts to be safe. |
Take your owners manual, emergency survival kit, siphon hose, duck tape,
tow rope, extra bogie wheel.
Then get out there and RIDE!!! |
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Friday, July 23, 2010
2010 International Snowmobile Congress
Approximately 450 snowmobilers from around the globe registered for the 42nd annual International Snowmobile Congress hosted by the Iowa State Snowmobile Association in Coralville, Iowa June 8-12, 2010. The Congress includes the International Association of Snowmobile Administrators, (IASA), the American Council of Snowmobile Associations, (ACSA), The Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations, (CCSO), the Swedish Federation of Snowmobilers, (Sno-Fed), the International Manufacturers Association, (ISMA), the International Tourism Association, (ISTA), the International Snowmobile Media Council, (ISMC), the Friends of Snowmobiling PAC, Iron Dog Brigade,(an honorary society) and the Thirsty Dogs.
Monday, July 12, 2010
ACSA Calender Winnders
Tracey Rockwell
John Lee
Robert Burchell
Nancy Larson
Randy Murdock
John Houl
Ila Morton
Dena Amador
Duanne Rose
Hubbletown Riders
Matt Jones
Richard Lindner
Saxon Swan
Lewis Cook
Adam Lesage
Matthew ORton
Jeanne Scarborough
Josh Cage
Dean Wittmayer
Mike Olszewski
Douglas Mann
Jaxon Ombach
Tim Lund
Dennis Misklewicz
Charles Malmsten
Todd Baker
Kathy Clure
Ashland Snowmobile Club
Thomas Nierman
Don Pause
Monday, July 12, 2010
Special Report on the Obama Administration's Great Outdoor Initiative
As I mentioned in the May newsletter, President Obama convened the White House Conference on the Great Outdoors on April 16th as a means to start a national dialogue about conservation issues. In addition to the initial conference led by the President, the Administration has begun to host a number of "listening sessions" in locations throughout the country. The Administration stated that "The America's Great Outdoors Initiative aims to reinvigorate the national conversation about the outdoors, and leverage the support of the Federal Government to help these community-driven efforts succeed."
Monday, July 12, 2010
Help Save the Recreational Trails Program
The nation’s surface transportation legislation— including the Recreational Trails Program (RTP)— expires in December. While Congress is likely to extend most of the SAFETEA-LU provisions short-term, there are no guarantees as the Administration and the Congress search for ways to cut spending. And RTP is at risk in the long-delayed long-term reauthorization of surface transportation programs. We need your help!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Proposed Monument Stirs Debate
Since it was first proposed last July, the monument has been opposed by the timber industry, miners and off-road vehicle enthusiasts on both sides of the state line. The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution 4-1 last summer opposing it, citing what it said would be a dramatic downturn in an already struggling economy.
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