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Ascender (Alpha) best clutch options

skiutahcabin

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As a preventative measure I plan to replace my clutch at the end of this winter; (2019 alpha) I will have 2000mi on it by then and wondering what you all recommend as the best replacement- THX!
 
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THe Ski - Doo guys must laugh at us Cat guys. We’re ordering new clutches and their trying to figure out the best hot dog cooker that will fit there 2 stroke factory turbo. No wonder cat is broke. Sorry to hi jack your thread. Stock clutch with aftermarket cover.
 

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THe Ski - Doo guys must laugh at us Cat guys. We’re ordering new clutches and their trying to figure out the best hot dog cooker that will fit there 2 stroke factory turbo.

Yeah I bet those things end up having no problems at all.

And their last clutch design revision worked so flawlessly out of the gate.
 

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Factory clutch works very well just prone to exploding. Not sure if you will find anything that performs as well? The 16/17 doesn't seem to explode and should perform nearly the same except for initial engagement.

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THe Ski - Doo guys must laugh at us Cat guys. We’re ordering new clutches and their trying to figure out the best hot dog cooker that will fit there 2 stroke factory turbo. No wonder cat is broke. Sorry to hi jack your thread. Stock clutch with aftermarket cover.
Needing a new clutch after 2000 miles is quite laughable. However, Doo just installed belt temp warning lights on the 2021s.. I find that pretty funny to be honest.. They are all laughable in their own way.. but its the manufacturers who have the last laugh.
 

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meanwhile doos done nothing to address how FAT their chassis is except same ol doo answers - add more power and traction.
sleds are getting too big. id put 17 clutch on the 18+ and try it. they weigh less, belts are cheaper, they dont explode...
 

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^ya i meant whole 17 setup, diff alignment bar to check it with im assuming too. would have to ride one to believe any difference past engagement.
 

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I had a ‘14 with updated team clutches and primary upgrades, which I thought felt great at the time.
I was really surprised and impressed with how much better the 18 clutches were on my first ride. Just gotta keep your eye on them I guess.


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Thanks for your input! I rode a SkiDoo the other day for a guy who got into a mess and needed help out, couldn't wait to get my Alpha back. The handling felt like I was back trying to turn a tractor in the snow. I'll take the clutch roulette any day to have the Alpha handling. Anyone hacking an AlphaDoo w 850 turbo front & monorail back?! :)
 
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