G4 Engine Mount Update Kit 2019 (pics)

[Dynamo^Joe]

Here is what the G4 Engine Mount Update Kit looks like. Got mine in last week.

There is no parts list in the box. The small parts are in a plastic bag.

My sled "The Mower" is a 2017 x 154 x 3.0 and have last season updates installed; but I went a little further south in the gearing with 19-53(God I love it) ....trees are for traction!

This season we'll install the new parts, seeing what they do compared to last season update parts. Again, testing with the original 2017 belt guard, monitoring heat underneath, getting personal firsthand knowledge.

Part #861805528 KIT G4 ENGINE MOUNT UPDATE KIT / KIT MAJ FIXATION MOTEUR G4

Umm...I can't say how much I paid for it. I suspect it will be around $79 CDN dollars.

 

[Ski-doo#1]

Thanks for the info Joey. However, isn't it best that our dealers perform the changes if warranty claims are successful? That way they can relay back to ski-doo that the updates have been performed to such and such's sled.

 

[Dynamo^Joe]

The Ski-Doo dealer is always the first line of defense. Always build a case if you have problems and provide evidence (proof of a fact) to support your case. (Facts are stubborn and undeniable) Get a Ski-Doo mechanic to do the work, needing to be done by a Ski-Doo mechanic; build your maintenance history - this is best for resale too, to persuade confidence in a potential buyer.

Some snowmobiles will not get an update; no need for it, no case built with existing owned sleds. Some people have hundreds to few-thousands of miles on an original drive belt.

I got the update kit because I can tap into a pipeline due to my job. And wanted to be one of the first summit owner to have one in my hands to look at; regardless if my sled was getting one or not. I confess, its more of a "lust/greed for shiny things" sort of thing with me. heh heh...

 

[Ski-doo#1]

I would do the same thing if I could tap into the pipeline.

 

[donbrown]

What did it cost? part number?

 

[Ski-doo#1]

What did it cost? part number?

He gave you the part number.

He can't disclose the cost. There are secrets to be had when tapping into a pipeline. But he figures it'll cost about $80 CAD

 

[tchriste]

well I can disclose the cost taxes out the door was $50.00 CDN. Installed mine yesterday, do not believe the 2.7 hrs. they claim to install probably double it. I remember a Skidoo dealer telling me it's easier to remove the motor to change mounts than installing them with motor in place. I get a kick out of the video it doesn't show things like coolant hoses, wire harnesses, reed valves, doesn't account for belly pans.
to drill the 1" hole I used a 7/8" hole saw. Good luck.

 

[Trashy]

Thanks for the update...!

I’m glad I have a ‘19 coming. Hopefully the trial and error is (mostly) behind us now....

 

[d8grandpa]

Thanks for the update...!

I’m glad I have a ‘19 coming. Hopefully the trial and error is (mostly) behind us now....

19 coming?????????????

 

[christopher]

19 coming?????????????

Same here.
Can't wait for the new 19 to arrive.

 

[Trashy]

19 coming?????????????

Hey, who let the Polaris guys in here?

 

[big_red1a]

Here is what the G4 Engine Mount Update Kit looks like. Got mine in last week.

There is no parts list in the box. The small parts are in a plastic bag.

My sled "The Mower" is a 2017 x 154 x 3.0 and have last season updates installed; but I went a little further south in the gearing with 19-53(God I love it) ....trees are for traction!

This season we'll install the new parts, seeing what they do compared to last season update parts. Again, testing with the original 2017 belt guard, monitoring heat underneath, getting personal firsthand knowledge.

Part #861805528 KIT G4 ENGINE MOUNT UPDATE KIT / KIT MAJ FIXATION MOTEUR G4

Umm...I can't say how much I paid for it. I suspect it will be around $79 CDN dollars.

So this replaces the parts on all 3 engine mounts shown in execelent animated video from BRP in Sweden?

 

[ChickenMan]

Joe-
How does this kit compare to the other after market shim kits on the market? Not sure I’ve seen other kits that address all the motor mounts

 

[Inthe8s]

Grip N Rip tool

Here is a couple measurements from my sled with 18 motor mounts ( solid front PTO mount) and a 18 with up date mounts..... still needs a little adjusting to get 100% correct......


So for the guys that have the "updates" installed and think its 100% cured, that might not be the case if it's out of alignment to start....just from what I'm seeing....

 

[tchriste]

it would be interesting to see how much movement you had before the motor mount kit was installed to compare. thanks for sharing.

 

[Inthe8s]

Testing......

https://www.snowest.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=297148&d=1539009194


This one is..... Pat 1st, top is zero load on clutches, bottom numbers are loaded to .750" and is -.1135" and should be "0" zero....

Next is to install just the MAG side mount and check again, then PTO side, re-check, and then Grip & Rip Red PTO mounts...etc....

 

[bjd68]

U would think after the third year they would get it ! Still updates happening! I think after owning this 17 850 I’m going to have a hard time being brand loyal and gonna jump ship but must admit they are a fun sled to ride !

 

[kanedog]

U would think after the third year they would get it ! Still updates happening! I think after owning this 17 850 I’m going to have a hard time being brand loyal and gonna jump ship but must admit they are a fun sled to ride !

That's the thing about the g4. It's a mechanical piece of junk in the mountains but no sled in history has made so many people smile! It is a riot to ride.

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[Dynamo^Joe]

Joe-
How does this kit compare to the other after market shim kits on the market? Not sure I’ve seen other kits that address all the motor mounts

Hi. Sorry im not comparing any aftermarket shim kits. In this category of testing, I wont/didn't jump on the bandwagon going out to test other people's products, presuming stock is bad.

I have to assume stock is good and evaluate my sled and the sleds in my group to get some kind of value/benchmark to go by so I can come up with my own solution, if-needed.

Patience always wins out; now BRP has this engine mount update and I didnt spend time assessing aftermarket parts that are already obsolete.

Eventually BRP will quit tweaking their product and people will forget this all happened, just like every new platform that's made.

 

[ChickenMan]

whats the reason for drilling out the 12 mm hole on the Mag side? just to get the washer to sit-in there against the metal plate?