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  1. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    Hello Gents, I have just finally started my restoration of a 1999 polaris 455 diesel, i got it in non-running condition but i heard the motor start and crank over a few times with ether when i purchased it. So, I am very confident she will live again, but i have one problem, i've noticed that...
  2. Polaris Magnum
    Hi Everyone! I recently purchased a 1999 Magnum 500 ($1,000) that is OK mechanically but I can tell has not been maintained well. It runs great, trans WAS a bit "grindy" but solved that problem adjusting down the idle speed. Body is rough but that doesn't bother me. My Question is. Since...
  3. Polaris Scrambler
    My crank seized up and I'm pretty sure I need to replace the crank bearings but I'm having trouble removing the clutch assembly. I have a homemade clutch puller which I got the idea from this forum but the assembly will not budge loose its like its stuck on something. I've watched videos and...
  4. Polaris Sportsman
    99' Sportsman 335 won't go faster then 23mph UPDATE help Hey guys. So my 99' Sportsman 335 won't go any faster then about 23mph. I've replaced the buttons in both clutches, replaced the belt and took the bolt out of the exhaust to clean the spark arrestor out. Still won't go faster. I bought it...
  5. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    Hello, new to the site and first post. Have a few questions about my '99 Scrambler 400 and thought maybe you guys could help. I bought the quad new but haven't hardly rode it for 8. years after my problem developed. 1.) Has very little low end power. Starts very easy (even after sitting all...
  6. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    Got a 99 Polaris xplorer 400. Starts from the pull no problem but the electric start won't start it. The starter does spin up when you press the ignition but it never catches. Any ideas what to check or look for? Guy I bought it off of said its a brand new starter
  7. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    hello, so I I just recently purchased my 1999 sportsman 500. I been reading that the 4x4 wont work unless the speed gauge is working., Well my speed gauge is working, all lights are working. I also checks all wiring under the front plastic and all wiring is connect with no sign of anyone...
  8. ATV New Members
    hey everyone, great site here. I have a 1999 Polaris sportsman 335, it's been a great machine for our family. I was just out plowing and went to shift back into hi and the shifter handle goes back in forth but it is stuck in reverse. I work on all my own equipment so any info would be great...
  9. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    Im looking to buy a 99 polaris scrambler 4x4 500 off a friend but dont know too much about four wheeler's he said it need a rear hub ive looked online trying to see if i could find the price range of the part but cant find it. if anyone could help me find a link or any information it would be...
  10. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    I was riding at High Lifter Off Road Park, it is an awesome park! But with my almost stock 99 sportsman has a hard time keeping cool with all the mud. My engine hot light is broken and I can't tell when it gets hot, and after coming out of a mud hole I heard a pop and white smoke started coming...
  11. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    Is your Sportsman 335 1999 misfiring in forward gears as if a limiter (like used in reverse) is activated? Is the spark plug and exhaust black? I was advised it could be the CDI unit, a worn cam, faulty fuel pump or carb. I eliminated all these and after 2 years of trying to sort it out I...
  12. Polaris Sportsman
    i recently picked up a 99 sportsman 335 and the clutch belt keeps engaging at idle. my idle is really low so im pretty sure thats not the problem, any ideas ? replys much appreciated, DB
  13. Polaris Scrambler
    The headlights went dim then bright then blew. I replaced the left handflebar switch and regulator and bulbs and it did it again. Any ideas??? Bike charges fine always starts and thats the only problem I am having with the machine.
  14. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    First off thanks for allowing me to join the forum !!!! Hey I bought my first atv. 1999 polaris scrambler 500 4 by 4. Ive been a 2 wheel guy my whole life and wanted one for hunting and playing around. My headlights blew out first the low beams then the high. Heres what happened. I was...
  15. ATV Repair and Maintenance
    hi guys, so a few days ago i bought a 1999 sportsman 335 and everything was in working condition (except the battery, which i replaced) when i went out for my first ride the 4x4 was working and the light would come on and i would work, but now the 4x4 wont engage and the light wont come on when...
  16. 1999 Polaris Sportsman 500

    My new toy. At least new to me. It is a 1999 but only had 100 miles on it when I got it in August of 2009. Added some 26" Mudlite tires and SS rims, a 2500lb winch, Tusk hand brush guards, and a rear storage bag. Now I am on the hunt for places to ride in good old N.C. and S.C.
  17. 1999 Polaris Sportsman 500

    My new toy. At least new to me. It is a 1999 but only had 100 miles on it when I got it in August of 2009. Added some 26" Mudlite tires and SS rims, a 2500lb winch, Tusk hand brush guards, and a rear storage bag. Now I am on the hunt for places to ride in good old N.C. and S.C.
  18. 1999 Polaris Sportsman 500

    My new toy. At least new to me. It is a 1999 but only had 100 miles on it when I got it in August of 2009. Added some 26" Mudlite tires and SS rims, a 2500lb winch, Tusk hand brush guards, and a rear storage bag. Now I am on the hunt for places to ride in good old N.C. and S.C.
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