2010 M8 Thoughts what to do?

Iowa__Freeriders · Jul 13, 2016

Hey Guys, wondering if I could get some opinions on what to do with my '10 M8. 29xx miles has new secondary clutch and dealer installed top end. primary clutch is shot and stuck. needs replaced and cosmetically is rough. Been trying to sell for $3k (well over $4k into it) and no bites.
so.. Found a complete turbo set up and primary clutch for $1500. is it worth the time, money, and effort to make this sled or sell it as is and try to upgrade chassis like ive been trying to do? any help is awesome thanks!

ultrasks700 · Jul 13, 2016

Guess it depends on what you are looking to get out of it. A new primary clutch isn't to expensive if you just want to get the machine fixed and running, and certainly one with a turbo set up properly can pack quite a punch. The chassis is not quite as nibble as the newer sleds but power wise it is still right there. You have the 800HO motor that is still used in the 2017's.

Iowa__Freeriders · Jul 13, 2016

ultrasks700 said:
Guess it depends on what you are looking to get out of it. A new primary clutch isn't to expensive if you just want to get the machine fixed and running, and certainly one with a turbo set up properly can pack quite a punch. The chassis is not quite as nibble as the newer sleds but power wise it is still right there. You have the 800HO motor that is still used in the 2017's.

thanks for the input! im just looking for a reliable MTN sled that can keep up with my buddies '15 '16 Pro. I go west roughly 2-4 times a year depending on the guys in my group. would love the power of a turbo but want it to worth keeping a few years instead of upgrading now.

boondocker97 · Jul 13, 2016

polaris_powder_king said:
thanks for the input! im just looking for a reliable MTN sled that can keep up with my buddies '15 '16 Pro...

A new clutch and a good used 2.6" track will do that!

ultrasks700 · Jul 13, 2016

boondocker97 said:
A new clutch and a good used 2.6" track will do that!

I agree. The 2.6 is a great modification. I also recommend a nice set of aftermarket skis, Powder Pros have always worked great for me. I think the M8 and the Pro Rmk go head to head very well.

Iowa__Freeriders · Jul 15, 2016

thinking of going the turbo route, too cheap to pass up and sounds like it should be a ripper with 36" front end + Turbo. sound like a good plan?

ultrasks700 · Jul 15, 2016

polaris_powder_king said:
thinking of going the turbo route, too cheap to pass up and sounds like it should be a ripper with 36" front end + Turbo. sound like a good plan?

I think your on the road to success :wine::wine::wine:

Coldfinger · Jul 17, 2016

Doesnt look too cosmetically challenged from the pics.?

Depending upon the turbo and ur experience with turbos, u may lose some reliability.

With a new top end and two new clutches, and appropriate dd bearing and brake side bearing maintenance, I think u have a very good sled. I dont have the 2.6 on mine but have heard very good things about it.

Depends where u want to be in the pecking order. I just want a sled which will enable me to hold my own with the riding group.

WyoBoy1000 · Jul 17, 2016

Put a primary on it and sell it!

2-4 trips a year you don't want to waste fixing and figuring crap out. Buying a cheap kit is only buying more problems.

You will be glad you did.

Get a new chassis, then make a few changes to make it the best out can be.

WyoBoy1000 · Jul 17, 2016

I've been beating turbos on a stock motor just because my chassis is setup right.

Dam Dave · Jul 18, 2016

if you want a proclimb get a proclimb, you wont be happy if that's what you want

Red Mtn · Jul 18, 2016

Spend $400 on a new primary and sell the sled. You should be able to get $3500 for a '10 M8 with so many fresh parts. Most people do not want to buy something broken unless the price is REALLY REALLY low.

The new chassis is worth it. The sled you have was tops in its day. It is definitely more work for you to keep up on that machine. Treat yourself to something even easier to handle.

mountaincat 800 · Jul 18, 2016

WyoBoy1000 said:
I've been beating turbos on a stock motor just because my chassis is setup right.

That is sooo miss leading if people don't know what you're all about. :face-icon-small-blu

WyoBoy1000 · Jul 18, 2016

mountaincat 800 said:
That is sooo miss leading if people don't know what you're all about. :face-icon-small-blu

Lol, all they have to do is ask

Iowa__Freeriders · Jul 19, 2016

Appreciate all the response! haven't made any purchases yet so im taking all comments into consideration. found a really cheap good primary so will be slapping that on so I can check the sled over in more detail.
im really hoping for $3500 once the primary is fixed, should be realistic?

kiliki · Jul 19, 2016

yes in the winter season, in the summer you just about have to give them away.

Red Mtn · Jul 20, 2016

kiliki said:
yes in the winter season, in the summer you just about have to give them away.

True that. Selling a mtn sled in Iowa might be a little trickier yet.

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