Thank you for your videos I’m 24 never worked on my sportsman before and this was a big help made the task a lot easier to see someone do it before hand.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad it/they helped. Thats the goal. Keep at it. It gets easier each time and you'll find its really not that much of an ordeal once you get familiar and proficient at it.

I've got a 98 Sportsman 500 that has been sitting for a few years. This series is a great resource. Thanks a lot.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic. Hope it helps get you through it and it ends in success. More to come.

Just updated: I used my scissors as you had done and since my plastics are on, I was able to clamp it on the fuel side close to the tank and after letting it run for 24 seconds. I had unclamped the hose and was able to hear a big rush of vacuum. I now feel better to start the ATV up without having to worry. Thanks again for your video.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like your on the right track. If you ever do it and don't hear the woosh. Simply repeat. No harm.

Great video. Newbie owner of a 2002 500 HO. Seeing the plastic off when working is very educational. Looking forward to seeing more of your vids. Thanks

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. Lots of other Polaris videos on the playlist on the channel if you haven't seen that already, and More to come. Also a bunch of other topics I deviate to occasionally. Glad you found it helpful.

Your videos are by far the best I’ve seen so far. I appreciate a little longer format and explanation. I have a 2003 Polaris sportsman 400 I got from a family member. I’ll be going through your playlists! Thanks again! Great video!

@ericinalaska7648

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. Glad you've found them helpful. Some like a 10 second solution to the worlds problems and some times that's appropriate and all it takes. But I find that approach, on some of the stuff Ive covered can leave more questions than answers. My intention is to try to answer or clarify things that Id have question about if it was new to me and hopefully leave a viewer feeling confident they can do it themself. And understand how and why. And When that happens for a viewer. It's all I could hope for, all worth it. Thanks again.

Great video and attention to detail. Picked up a 2010 Sportsman 500 a couple of months ago. Replacing rear axles and full service. This video really helps.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. I had made an axle replacement video a while back and misplaced the footage along the way or accidentally erased or something of the sort. If you haven't done it before its a relatively simple job. Everything takes time of course. But not too bad. Good luck on your project. More to come.

Super detailed video. Just picked up one of these yesterday and plan to go through it soon. Your video will certainly be referenced. Thanks for sharing!

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for this video, the best one I have seen on this subject.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful. I take that as a pretty generous compliment.

I'll be keeping an eye on this channel. I just acquired a 1997 Sportsman 500 from my neighbor that has been sitting out in the woods for about 5 years for free. He was going to scrap it. Literally everything needs to be gone over and restored or replaced. Your videos will help tremendously. It'll be a project I'll work on over the next year or so. Keep the videos coming and Thank you.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Will do. I will stray from the topic from time to time of course but will always land back on repair stuff. Thanks for the support. And good luck with the project.

Please keep up with the sportsman videos! I just purchased a 2000 sportsman and the detailed videos are very nice to see

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them. Im assuming you've seen the other stuff on the channel. I do occasionally subject hop a bit but will always do more Sportsman and like videos. So if you see me go off topic. Doesn't mean Im done with those. Ill always do them as projects present themselves. If you haven't subscribed feel free. It's free. And you'll be notified when there is a video posted.

@shannondonaldson2045

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2002 sportsman, I totally agree with you

Great job on the video. I just purchased a 1995 magnum 425 for my son. We watched your video together and now going to put what we learned to work. Thank you

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it. I may not have all the answers but hope to help people have a general understanding and gain the confidence to take it from there. People like you and your son I would say are my target audience. Glad it helped.

Very methodical video, thank you. I just picked up a 96 Sportsman 500 and this helped me a great deal. Subscribed!

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Very thorough, great video. Just changed my oil and wish I would have watched this video first! Next year I’ll watch again and do a thorough maintenance go through.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feed back. More to come.

Great video! You’ve helped and keep helping me with my Polaris! Thanks!

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Well, mission accomplished then. Glad to hear it.

Best video I found for priming oil system - after clamping that hose, I heard the air after 60 seconds while removing vice grips while it was running and oil level went down a lot so felt very comfortable

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and Glad it helped. Appreciate the feedback.

@Hammerback972

2 жыл бұрын

If you listen, you can hear his "swoosh" when he removed his clamp as well. It took me a few tries to get the sound, but the manual said if u don't hear it, to repeat until u hear it 😂

Really enjoyed the video. Keep doing the Deep Dives I love to see EVERYTHING!

@ericinalaska7648

Ай бұрын

Thank you. More to come!

Fantastic. I got a '99 Sportsman that sat for 6 years, needs *a lot* of love, all the details for a full lube, oil, filter job in one place is nice.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Good to hear. If you haven't discovered already, there are a few other videos as well on the channel and more to come. The machine has been out of reach this winter but I plan to cover more topics when the opportunity arrises.

@jamesgeorge4874

Жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 I have, and thank you. I have already discovered the crime against wiring via rodents in the headlight shroud, and under the front cover, and someones attempt to "repair" the magnetic hub locks, so I've got my work cut out for me, thank you making these, you are my Sportsman repair info go-to.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesgeorge4874 Well thank you as well. If you have any questions feel free. I certainly don't know everything but will do my best to help if I can.

Thank you sir,stay warm. The 4x4 world is all new to me, fixing this one up for my grandson.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

They're pretty simple in the big picture. If your mechanically inclined and you take the time to familiarize your self a bit. And there are lots and lots of resources available these days. If you ever have any questions feel free to reach out. Im not saying I'll have the answer but I'll do my best. Good luck.

Great information sir, I really appreciate you taking the time to cover small details.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Hope it helps clarify some of the mysteries.

Just bought a 1996 Sportsman 500, thank you for this video!

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir. Hope they help. More to come.

Thanks! I live in palmer AK and just bought a 6x6. I'm a decent mechanic but have never worked on a polaris so I will be watching your vids

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Hope they help. Ive entertained the idea of a 6x6. I've watched more than one over the years crawl effortlessly over the terrain while out chasing caribou. I haven't worked on one but with the exception of the xtra wheels and the suspension/drive train that goes along with it. It should be pretty much the same otherwise.

Thank you! This the info I was searching for! I'm going to look at your Polaris play list because there's a couple other things that I'd like to look at and stay on top of. I just subscribed. Thanks again!

@ericinalaska7648

3 ай бұрын

Thank you as well. Glad it was helpful.

I imagine taking the oil tank apart and cleaning it out is why the oil was slightly low after adding 2 quarts. Good video, I enjoyed seeing the inside of the oil tank. Thanks for sharing.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Yah not something I or most would commonly do so I figured it was worth sharing. Glad you found it of use. And thanks for all the feedback.

Nice job! Very informative and helpful. I appreciate this very much.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Excellent Video, I sunk my bike (1999 Polaris 500, Sportsman) in about 5 foot of water and mud this weekend so I was looking for videos on how to drain all the fluids from my bike. Your videos are the best ones I have come across. Very detailed and the camera work is done well too. Thank you.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Well not that you sunk your bike but .... you know. That it s helping. You got a little work ahead of you it sounds. One thing at a time and before you know it. Hopefully you'll be out and riding again.

Excellent video, I'm going to do this to my daughters 500 today. Thanks a lot

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Good luck.

Great vid, should have watched it before, but it turned out all good for me, I'll watch the rest of your videos on the Polaris. Extremely well done and a great source of information 😎👍👍👍 Greetings from sunny South Africa 😁

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

South Africa. Nice. Wasn't sure Polaris had a market there. Good to know. Thanks for the kind words.

@mullerandre95

2 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 yep we've got a few here, but they're crazy expensive and parts are way out expensive too. Take the USD price x 15 then you get our currency price. No I must thank you for the content. Hitting the sub button now😎👍👍👍

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

@@mullerandre95 Toys are always expensive. I think here with things sitting in the port of Los Angeles some parts may be unobtainable regardless of the price your willing to pay. But when you get them. There is nothing like doing it yourself. Thanks for the sub.

I don't even have a sportsman but thanks for making this video it's a great very informative vid.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Well, thank you. Appreciate the feedback.

Good information to know, I just purchased a used 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it's of use. Much more to come. Currently converting the low beams to an after market LED option. And then before I put the plastics back on I intend to just kind of go through it and identify and locate parts some may wonder about or aren't sure where to locate or what or where they are. Thanks for the support.

Thank you for putting this on here!! I'm doing my 450 sportsman now and I've been searching for a video. So far I've seen at least 3 different variations on how to do it plus my service manual and they were all a little different. The first video I saw from the polaris page was that the drain plug was directly underneath the frame and vertical or atleast how it appeared on the video. The next was the same page and it was just the drain plug on the left side and my service manual said nothing about the left side of the quad and only mentioned the drain plug on the right side. So needless to say I was a bit confused. Again Thank you so much.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Yah there are many subtle differences year to year and of course make and model. When you do the trans and front gear case fluids. There is lots of differences there. Especially the front gear case from year to year. As to what fluids to use.

@ryankorn5911

Жыл бұрын

There is one cup of oil left in the bottom of the engine after you drain the tank. That is what the bottom bolt is for. If you drain that or remove the banjo line with the screen on it, you have to prime the oil pump by pinching the oil breather line 2” off of the tank, just before the cutt in the line (3” off tank) you make with a blade. Hemostat the breather hose, run the bike for 30-45sec, shut off, release hemostat and listen for the suction sound. Your pump is primed and the cup of dirty oil everyone leaves in their engine is gone.

Thank you for sharing, well done on the info and presentation. Fun fact my 08 500 EFI manual states 10-20 seconds for the pump prime procedure.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that. Hopefully that will further emphasize what cannot be emphasized enough. One size does not fit all. Always refer to your year make and models specifications. Thanks for the kind words and feedback.

great video...i did not know about the krank case oil plug..and i did not know about the priming that should be done...thank you.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Both are commonly overlooked or lack of familiarity keeps people from doing it. Myself included. I dove in a few years back to see. And have been doing it ever since. I like many for years, believed from hearing it repeated over and over that there wasn't much oil in the crank case, and was hardly worth addressing. But as you saw. It's more than "not much". Glad you found it helpful. More to come.

A Most excellent video. I'm glad I came on to your video. I would not have known any of that

@ericinalaska7648

2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it. Thanks. Glad it was worthy of your time. And you found it helpful.

Thank for all your time this help me out for my atv :)

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

very thorough video. best one out there. thank you

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Hope it helped.

Thanks for the video and the tip on priming the oil pump and lower sump plug with the cup full of oil. We love Alaska and have been there once parts of Alaska are like New Zealand except much bigger. Good luck with your channel I have started my own which will be a retirement hobby for me.

@ericinalaska7648

2 ай бұрын

You are most welcome. New Zealand was an almost a few years ago. It may come back around. I'll have to check out your channel. What's the topics covered? For anyone who may read this.

@ianpaterson3092

2 ай бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 RV travels ,fishing ,4WD trips ,and the occasional cruise ship adventures

Very nice detailed video. It helped me.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Thank you for the feedback.

Excellent video. Found it super helpful. Thanks.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Glad it was helpful.

Super thorough and we'll explained. Thank you very much

@ericinalaska7648

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. Hope it got you where you needed to be to complete the mission.

Really appreciate this video. Really clear instruction. Thanks

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful. Thank you.

I have a 1999 sportsman 500 4x4..... thanks for the knowledge and info

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Glad its of help.

Good video. You apologized for it being a bit long, but actually all the information was pertinent.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Thats always the goal. More to come.

Dude, I just bought a 1999 in Fairbanks. ❤ And subbed.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Well there you go. Thanks.

Excellent video. I definitely learned something. Thanks

@ericinalaska7648

10 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it! Thanks.

Nice thorough video!

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That was the goal anyway. Some times less is more but people seem to appreciate the depth in this particular video. More to come.

Your video was very informative

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

All I could hope for. Thank you.

Thanks for the video, we couldn't find the lipstick and didn't think to check under the fender!

@ericinalaska7648

8 күн бұрын

There has to be more to that story. But I won't put you through it. Wait ....... Did you mean dipstick? Bet you did.

Great instructional video. Thanks!

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.

Hey this video was great, thank you!

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Excellent video. Thanks

@ericinalaska7648

7 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it. I appreciate the appreciation.

I've got a 2000 scrambler 500 and couldn't find the drain plug for the crankcase nor did I know how to prime it so thankyou so much for this video

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Good deal. Mission accomplished.

Hello again ! I've done my oil change, everything went very well thanks to you. Now I need to know is there any other fluids I need to check on a regular basis ? I know I must change fluid in the front hubs but are there any other than that ?

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

There are also fluids in the Front crank case, Transmission and if separate from the transmission, rear, and coolant. The ATV in this video the transmission and rear are combined and trans supplies both. Some machines have a separate rear gear case.There are videos for these as well here on the channel.

Great Video, Thanks!!! Going to service a -99 450 Diesel soon :)

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and good luck with the project.

good info!! thanks for the videos. 👍👍👍

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

You bet! Good luck with your efforts.

I had thought that I had written to you over a year ago when I was working on a Polaris. This model I have now is a 400 Sportsman. It talked about the slit in the line. I was looking at the wrong line and didn't see at the very top which goes into the headlight assembly. I still can't feel the slit and probably won't...lol As far as the supply hose. I had to cut this one off and still could not bust that bottom fitting lose. So I wasn't able to check the screen. This tank is plastic, so I felt that I may have cracked it if I kept going. I do have those hospital scissors as well. I didn't have any idea of how to clamp that hose down. I usually use some needle nosed vise grips. The service manual also stated that you should hear some air after you release the clamp????

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Im actually using a clamp. Looks like scissors but it's called a Kelly clamp or some call it a hemostat. The line with the slit is yes going through the headlamp area. I do show it and trace it in the video as well as demonstrate the slit. Easy to miss if your jumping around a bit like most of us do. And yes you can hear a swoosh sound sometimes upon removing the clamp. That line on mine anyway. Goes from the top of the oil reservoir around the front to the other side and then to the breather box under the seat.

I recently purchased a "99 500 Magnum. After using the 4WD I heard a strange noise coming from the front differential. My local dealer suggested to first check/replace the fluid. Looks like a real Pain in the Rear! Finally found the fill plug UNDER a radiator hose that travels across the diff. housing. Does the hose have to be disconnected to make this happen? Thanks for any help/advice you can provide. John in Texas

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Well .... Id say if you can get at the plug without removing it then Id have at it. It'll of course be a little messy but I think the alternative will in its own way as well. I can't say Im exactly familiar with that set up. Is it a plug or bolt? Either way. Can you get the appropriate tool on it? And will it be just as easy getting it back in? Thats the thing also to consider. Are you able to force the hose out of the way?

Nice job I had a trouble with my 400 ho . Need too see more clutch video Hope you’ll do one Sorry for my english...🤣 i’m french 🤷‍♂️

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Ive been pretty fortunate with clutches and haven't really had to do much with them. Other than clean and inspect and check belt alignment. What is your issue? Primary or secondary?

Thanks, enjoyed this very much. I got 500 sportsman don't know any thing about it. 1st four wheeler I've owned. I don't even know the year of it.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! If you look on the frame down some where between the foot rest and front left tire. If you're sitting on it left side. You should be able to find a serial/VIN # stamped on it. From that you should be able to determine the year. part of the # indicates the year. I believe it's the 10th character in a 17 character serial /VIN number if I remember correctly. But its easily googled. You could likely just punch in the VIN # and learn all kinds of things about it. I actually did just that to clarify a few things on this machine before buying it.

You are so knowledgeable about the 2000 Sportsman 500. I wonder if you could give me some guidance and direction on a problem I have. I dropped a paper cap from a fuel stabilizer into the gas tank by accident. I can't think of any way to get it out. How hard is it to get the gas tank off. Or maybe you have another way to get it out. I feel like I need a trick here. I really don’t want to take the tank off. I have taken the seat off and the side shields. I did watch you video how to remove all of the plastic and I was hoping that I wouldn't have to do all of that.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Tank comes off pretty easy but ..... I have a grabber for such recoveries. About 12-18" long with a spring loaded deal I press with my thumb and the fingers on the other end open and close. But if you don't...... maybe just try to fish it out with a clean stick or screwdriver. Or maybe a pc of tubing. Press it to the bottom with the tubing. Cover the tubing with your finger and see if it causes it to stick? Just things Id try if it were me. Or if it floats. Fill the tank until it floats to the top and grab it.

Great help and very nice work. Thank You. I subscribed, all the best.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic. Gland it helped. Thank you! More to come.

Thank you the perfect video for me today, my hard plastic oil tank on my 08 Sportsman 400 HO blew apart ( sounded like bomb / about shit my pants ) cheapest I found was $ 100 so I found a used Alum like this one for $ 30 with all the hoses with few differences that had to Retro Fitted, BUT this one has Extra small fitting / hose the same size as breather hardware but located at the top next to the Return Do you think maybe for oil pressure gauge ??? learned alot I love that got to see inside r & refreshed on the oil prime

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

So on the top. It has the return line connection and the breather connection and a third mystery connection? Do you know what the tank came off of? Year make and model? Did the tank you're replacing have that or the same number of connections? Or less?

Very helpful, thank you!

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! And thank you.

Great video You're the only one that actually did it the way the manual shows it to be done but my main question is do I have to prime the oil pump when I drain that extra two cups out of the crankcase?

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

My understanding is that it's necessary when you disconnect the supply line from the reservoir. Thats the note in the manual I have. It's a great question. Id think the same. It would seem draining the crankcase would potentially drain the pump as well. But I think the concern is when disconnecting the supply line you likely introduce air into the system prior to the pump and that can then when reconnected inhibit flow. Causing basically a blockage. Ot the affect of one. Similar to having air in your cooling system. But again its a pretty simple procedure and I don't think it can hurt anything for peace of mind.

great video-thank you

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! And Thank you!

Thank you for the detailed explanation of the procedures. I drained the oil from both the crank case and the oil reservoir put the plugs back. I then began to filled the oil reservoir but it wouldn’t take even a full bottle 32 oz of oil? The oil is now at the very top of the oil chute? Could it be because I had already pinched off the top hose? The ATV is raised on car ramps in the front. Maybe that’s it?

@ericinalaska7648

5 ай бұрын

It's my understanding that pinching off the hose for priming is really only called for if you disconnect the line(s). But it cant hurt really to go through the priming procedure anyway. It is possible that having it up and pinched may inhibit the flow due to pressure in the system not being able to escape as it fills. Im speculating but that's my thought in regards to your question. Im also thinking by the time I got back to you, you've likely over come the obstacle. Definitely no need or advantage to pinching the line prior to fill that I can think of.

@Jdeneik

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! I did figure out that my 2007 oil spout is much lower than yours in the video. so I had to put 1 quart in…run the engine for a minute which circulated the oil throughout the crank case, etc. then put the second quart in after that. I also did the pump priming because the did remove and clean the lower hose screen. Thanks again for the video. It was very helpful. I appreciate the detail and simple explanations all the best.!

@ericinalaska7648

5 ай бұрын

@@Jdeneik Good deal. Carry on then I guess.

good video friend. a question I also changed the oil Ami four wheels is also Polaris spormants but the oil does not go down to the sump.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Did you mean you also changed the oil in your four wheeler and its a sportsman also. But when you fill the reservoir it isn't accepting the oil properly? Or are you talking about the fluid in your hubs? You can write in Espan~ol and I can translate if it helps.

Great video, Just bought a 2005 sportsman 700 lookes like a buckled wheel think it might be bent drive shaft

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Easy to tell with the wheel off.

I just purchased a 2003 sportsman 500 ho. Unfortunately it didn't come with the owners manual or service manual. If I'm doing the basic oil change of draining the oil tank and engine block. Do I still need to prime the oil pump if I didn't remove any oils lines? I just need the extra clarification.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

I have never primed after a simple oil change. My understanding is if you didn't disconnect the lines you don't need to prime. If all you did is drain and refill and change the filter. I haven't seen anything to the contrary. I just checked a 2002 manual. I Don't have a 2003. But if your still concerned or uneasy I can't see any harm in doing it if you choose.

This is why you read the owners manual, I’ve done countless oil changes when I’ve removed the screen to clean, or remove the crankcase drain and have never primed the oil pump!! My 01 is running strong even with an owner who doesn’t read! Lol.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Ive learned much from them over the years. We all get info different ways though. And this is certainly one of the ways. On the KZreads. Ive heard many over the years, say they don't mess with draining "that little bit" out of the crankcase because priming is perceived to be a process. As you saw. There is more than a little oil in the crankcase. And the priming is no big adventure. Glad it was of help. Thats the goal really. Thanks for the feedback.

@HOBrian2003

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 Eric, out of curiosity I checked my owners manual to see what other steps I might have missed, and it states “Start engine and let it idle for one to two minutes. Stop engine and check for leaks.” It doesn’t mention the oil pump priming which I find odd as the engine and oil system look identical between your ‘99 and my ‘01! Lol

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

@@HOBrian2003 The priming note addresses only if you disconnect the supply lines. (The line with the screen for example.) Other than that. Yes You just need to start and run for a couple minutes and check level and for leaks. The priming is all about the supply lines. My manual says the same with an added note about priming if you disconnect the line(s). I think I babbled about that a little in the video. Id have to rewatch it though.

Hey I got a 2011 700 Polaris sportsman and I might have the clear vacuum line hoses mixed up I was wondering if you could do a video on that they're up by the headlight front headlight the solo one

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

I googled "2011 polaris 700 vacuum hoses" And the results come up with some diagrams/pics. I didn't dig too deep but I think with some refined searches you should be able to come up with a reasonable reference. Im not familiar with that particular model and don't currently have access to one. Shouldn't be too difficult to find what you need though. Hope that helps a little anyway.

Great video

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the appreciation. Hope it helped. I checked out your channel as well. Peacock Bass has been on my to do list for a while now.

Great video...

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.

Good video. I've changed my oil but never with a camera in my hand. Why would I need to purge? I don't understand. Air gets trapped? I purge an old ford tractor when it runs out of diesel but others fire right up. Any insight would be appreciated.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thats my understanding. Air getting trapped, some call it vapor lock. Preventing proper circulation. If you disconnect your supply line to the oil pump. Then you need to prime it. Thats not to say you may not get lucky if you don't. But why risk it. Its not needed or suggested per the manual other than for that specific scenario. So if you just remove the plug on the reservoir and change the filter like most do. No need. Its very specific to if you disconnect the line(s). Hope that helps.

Very clean 99! Great video as always!

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Yah I looked it over and thought it was worth the repairs needed. Good bones as they say. Few more things to do and maybe Ill do a after video. Appreciate the feedback.

@lizgrennan5560

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 what ps4 oil did you use?

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

@@lizgrennan5560 PS-4 is a full synthetic 4 cycle engine oil ,Polaris product that's 5W-50. For an operating temperature range of -40deg F to 100deg. F. They make one for higher temps as well. Id have to look up the specifics but if you looked for it at a dealer or online it'd be easy to figure out which one is best for you.

Thank you for your video.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the appreciation.

Great videos. I love the clarity and detail. Is there a fuel filter on this particular atv (1999 Sportsman 500 4x4)? Can you point it out?

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

There is. If you look to the right of the fuel shut off/reserve knob there just above the primary clutch. You'll see two white inline filters. One is the fuel filter. White and red on one end. The smaller one. And one is an inline breather filter. From the airbox. At least on mine the one in the video. I don't know for sure if the fuel filter was factory or an after market install before I got it but I believe it was factory. Hope that helps. I will be making a video going through many of the parts and pointing things out and briefly describing there function soon.

@BigRedDg

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 Thank you. I look forward to your video describing these things. I have the identical ATV and it has been sturdy and reliable. Sadly, It has been sitting for a few years other than a start and warm up for about 20 minutes every 90 or so days. I am getting it back into shape now to get back into the wilderness. Your videos on this machine are proving quite valuable.

@curtcunningham1063

2 жыл бұрын

@@BigRedDg 7

Can I take the supply line off the bottom on the back side and clean that just by itself? I want to drain oil, drain the secondary by the trans that is now going to require me to pinch off and prime oil pump and I would like to clean that screen. Thats about as far as I my comfort level is.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Thats really most of it really. You will need to prime if you disconnect the supply line. You should hear kind of a swoosh or kind of like a sucking sound.

Just to be sure, because in the end it got confusing, is it the breather hose (the one on the very top that goes under the seat) or the return hose (the one kinda in the middle) that I need to clamp ?

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Its the one that comes out the top of the oil reservoir and goes around the front and back to the air filter box. Not the one that has the in line breather filter on it. Its been a while. I believe I trace its route in the video. I took a look and looks like 28:08 in the video to clarify which one.

great info in this video as I just pick up the same Polaris but hasn't been run in 4 yrs. It was sitting outside with no cover. I'am going to try to bring this thing back life. Is there some way I can contact you direct i.e. by phone ? I've got more question then answers. Thanks.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Kathy, Take a look at the playlist and see if any of the other videos are of help or answer some questions. Im also currently making more videos. Im going to upgrade the headlights and going to go through, with the plastics off. Identifying parts, their location and purpose or function. If you still have some questions after, let me know. Id be happy to help in any way I can. What specifically are you struggling with?

Thank you for this

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was of help.

Hi Eric- first of all thanks for the video, it really helped me out a lot especially since I haven’t done a lot of stuff like this in the past. Quick question - in the video, you were questioning if you’d need additional oil since you changed out the crankcase oil and you weren’t sure if the two quart measurement was for the standard resoivoir change or for the resorvoir and crank case. Did you ever find out the answer to this? I only have two quarts of the PS-4, so I’m inclined to think that I should leave the crankcase as is and just fill the resorvoir. Any insight? Sorry for the loaded question.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

No prob good question. It seemed to be happy with 2 quarts with the crank case drain included. Its been a while but I thought I maybe popped a subtitle in about that after editing. I could be wrong and they flash by pretty quick. But 2 was the magic number overall. And its still happy.

@mjd3dits

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 awesome thanks for the reply! I’m sure you had that subtitle in there I probably just missed it.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

@@mjd3dits Good luck with your efforts.

Very informative.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Hope it was helpful. Thanks for the feedback.

One of the most well done amateur videos I've seen on this topic. Love the clear images and stillness of the camera. I've got this 1996 sportsman never changed the oil but I will !🤦 Question: what kind of oil do they recommend in the books we put in there ?

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. PS4 For the oil seems to be pretty common in most it seems. If I had a 1996 that would be my go to likely. I don't have the manual handy at the moment but it may say a specific viscocity that's recommended that you could then substitute.. Sometimes they do. I just don't recall off the top of my head, Ill have to check. I Just don't want to guess and mislead you. If your looking for a cheaper option you can find lots of threads and conversations online covering what others use instead,. You'll just have to use your judgment regarding that. I tend to stay with the PS4.

@mr.octopus6972

Жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 Hello again. Thanks for your answer. I came up on a complete oil change kit on the internet for my model and yes it is polaris ps4 (or any synthetic 5w50 if you want it cheaper). 👍

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

@@mr.octopus6972 Yes I have read many people using 5w50. And some manuals I have indicate that option. The main reason Id stick with PS4 would be if I had a newer model that was still under warranty. So it wouldn't become void. But other than that. I wouldn't personally loose any sleep on an older machine.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

@@mr.octopus6972 Good info. Yes I have read several threads over the years regarding common use of 5w50 and some manuals also suggest it as compatible or as an option for some machines. The main reason I would stick with PS4 would be if I had a newer machine still under warranty. So I wouldn't have any issues with a voided warranty. Unless specified. But on an older machine. I certainly wouldn't loose any sleep over it.

Hey bro quick question..when u put the oil reservoir back on ..is the short hose on the bottom or does it go on the top ? Where u screw the 2 rubber hoses back into the bottom of the motor...I took it off and wasn't paying attention..

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

On Mine they are in this manner. Hose from top of the tank to bottom hole on the "motor". Bottom of tank to top hole on "motor". Don't forget to prime. And also use sealant on bottom tank connection.

@ejr4140

3 жыл бұрын

Ok perfect...thank you

Great video thank you sir.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Very welcome.

Super vidéo merci ! J'avais vu une autre vidéo ou le gars vidange aussi le carter mais il ne parle pas de la pompe a huile, alors je me demandais "mais comment se remplis a nouveau le carter", grâce à toi et la procédure de la pompe a huile maintenant je sais, super, merci

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

De rien. Je suis content que cela ait été utile. J'ai discuté avec d'autres dans d'autres commentaires et questions également. Et je ne pense pas l'avoir mentionné dans la vidéo. Le manuel explique plus en détail dans une autre section à laquelle je faisais référence au moment de l'enregistrement. Cela si vous n'entendez pas de swoosh ou de son de décompression lors du desserrage de la ligne. Répéter. Merci encore et je suis heureux que vous ayez trouvé cela utile.

@jordanteguerre139

Жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 Ah d'accord, merci pour cette précision 👍

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

@@jordanteguerre139 Aucun problème.

Do you have an anti-drain back on that filter because I couldn't see it at all.... On a horizontal filter like that the oil would drain out and could give you a dry start. If that's the case then using an aftermarket filter could be a huge deal. But using different oil is not a big deal at all.

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Its my understanding that that's standard in NAPA Gold (as well as silver and platinum) filters. Here is a link to a video that demonstrates the three better than Id hope to. That addresses it, and compares the three and shows their differences. kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y3aTyrmbZdCpc8o.html It appears the Silver has a rubber ADBV and the Gold and Platinum are Silicone. Thank you for bringing this up of course. Certainly something for people to consider when considering an after market filter. Ive seen and heard that that feature has been mandated but have also seen and heard people say there not sure that they would say all filters have or are required to have that feature. I can say Ive been using them for years.In fact the only one Ive used other than OME. With no known issues. Several different machines and part #'s. So far so good. Thanks again for that. I think its good info for viewers and readers.

How do you know when your starter or starter drive Bendix is going out? When I start mine a scratchy noise is on for just a minute

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Does it start though? If it's a new noise, you're not use to hearing. Thats an indicator I would be suspicious of. If testing it is not in your wheel house, Id think if you stopped at a shop Im sure they could or would for you. Or at minimum give you an opinion about the noise. Assuming it does it again while you're there. We all know how that works of course. It could be a few things and not knowing your machine or hearing the noise. All I can do is speculate. Could be the Spindle/shaft on the starter damaged, Or Gear/fly wheel damaged. If you remove the starter. You would be able the evaluate the splined shaft on the starter for any damage. And also test or have it tested real easy bringing it to a shop or probably most parts stores. Hope that's of some help.

Thanks Eric for the info. I don't think I'm not going to do that last part. I'm going to try and flush it. Seems like it would help?

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

What do you do when you flush it? And I always say to people regarding other fluid change topics. Even if you don't get it all out. New oil mixed with some old is still better than all old. Or one would think.

@dylanmccormick2971

Жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 I've never tried it. I was going to change the oil pour some fresh oil and drain it again to get that last little bit out of the crank case.

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

@@dylanmccormick2971 Id just pull the plug and drain it personally. Its no harder than draining the reservoir. Its just that most people aren't aware of how much oil that will drain or just simply aren't aware of it. But as long as you don't disconnect the lines it should be the same just drain and fill. And save on the oil expense. Plus I believe that with that plug being the low point in the system yo have a better chance and getting any potential grit or sediment that may accumulate there that flushing may not.

The Crank Case oil that was Drained How do you refill it ? Is it Connected with Motor oil Reservoir???

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

It is. Its all connected. Just make sure if you've disconnected any of the lines that you prime the pump. I talk about all that in the video.

did a car oil change on my 2007 500efi sportsman x2 castrol5-40 and was told that car oil does not have enough detergent to be proper and a couple of other additves in atv etcwhich is not hard service like in high rpm atv utv machines so foaming and smell of oil breakdown may have been formed from overheating.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Yah Ive found lots of threads over the years about many equivalents available that have been used. Im sure there are some that are just fine. But I would think under warranty anyway, most wouldn't substitute. I know many do otherwise though and Ive read a bunch that have with no known issues. Sounds like warranty is not an issue for you though likely with a 2007? In the past Ive tried to find an equivalent substitute. It was findable but not abundantly available and the price difference wasn't much of a savings. Being such a low stock item. And short of a catastrophic break down it may be hard to really tell if an equivalent or other may be accelerating damage or ware. It,s all open for discussion of course. You can certainly argue that the wrong oil is likely better than no oil. I guess my logic sometimes, not always, but I guess on this topic, Im gonna control the things I can and use what's recommended. Then at least if I have an issue that's oil related, I know I didn't cause or contribute to it. But if my buddy poured a random in out on the trail. Id be curious to see how it looks coming out and or how long he's been using it and observe. Id be interested in any info you can share from your experiment. Im certainly not gonna tell anyone what to do or not on the topic just share what I do and why. Theres always work to do to maintain toys and if I can minimize or eliminate one variable for a few more bucks that may save me many more bucks down the road...... Thats where my heads at. Ive heard many valid philosophies on oil through out my life. From people who know far more than I. But I always seem to settle back into the what does the book say to use mind set. Not sure if you were looking for all that but ...... that's my 2 cents if it helps you sort it out.

Great video. I have a question Eric, I just picked up a 2004 Sportsman 700 EFI and it has been sitting for several years. I am going through all of it and when it comes to changing the oil, I know you should run the engine first. Is it ok for me to just change the oil and filter as it sat for so long, or get everything else done and get the ATV running and then change the oil last?

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

I cant say Ive NEVER changed oil in something without running it first. But its been a long time. There are a couple good reasons to run it first. For example, you're warming up the oil and that helps it flow/drain better and more completely. The other thought is that by circulating the oil it helps more thoroughly remove any sediment and or sludge or particulates that may have separated or settled over time. While parked. By kind of remixing it all just before draining. So its a better end result assuring you have new clean oil, less likely to be contaminated by old. And the old that would remain if you don't run it first would likely be the worst of the oil you're trying to remove and replace. I would recommend running it first. Especially if its sat a long time. If your too deep in and didn't or couldn't. Its not the end of the world but Id be inspired to schedule my next oil and filter change sooner than usual. Nothing to loose sleep over though. But given the choice. warm it up a bit.

@BoneReaperz

2 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 Ok thanks for the quick reply. I will plan to change out everything else first and then once I get it running I will replace with oil. Great video!

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

@@BoneReaperz Thank you and good question.

great video thanks

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. More to come.

good stuff thank you sir

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

You bet. Thanks for watching.

awesome thankyou keep it up

@ericinalaska7648

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you too. That is the plan.

Sorry if I don't know the lingo lol. My friend has I believe a 2002 Sportsman 500 Ducks Unlimited version and it is leaking from the hose that connects to the piece above the oil cap, is that like a distributor for the antifreeze or is that like a fuel pump? Its a very slow leak that looks like antifreeze bc its green. It's the top hose, and when I follow yours, its looks like its twisted. What's that hose called when looking it up? I tried under cooling system, but it only shows the reservoir underneath it. Thanks so much! =)

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Are you talking about the unit above the oil cap and above your fuel switch? (The on off or reserve switch) Aluminum casting I guess you could say 6 sided. With hoses to it? If so that's your fuel pump.

@MrLegendL2118

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 Yeah that piece with the 3 hoses I believe. The top hose seemed to have formed a little leak that looks green, Is that even possible if its antifreeze? Or should I be looking somewhere else? It was minus 11 degrees Fahrenheit so I didn't go to in depth haha.

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrLegendL2118 Its actually to the left of the on off switch I think I said above. The only lines I have to mine from bottom to top are fuel. From the tank, (Fuel inlet)To/from the switch, and to the carb (Fuel outlet). Is that the color (green) of the antifreeze in the machine? That'd be a quick mystery to solve. My hose from the radiator hangs below the level of that pump. Should be No other liquid going to the pump that I''m aware of. And maybe if its running you can locate an active leak some where. Maybe when its a little warmer out though huh?

Do you have a link for that air filter and screen I can purchase?

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

There are many choices and prices. Assuming you have the same year and model. This is the air filter I ordered from Amazon.. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WJJLM56/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This a compatible pre filter screen also avail on Amazon. I already had one though. www.amazon.com/Pre-Filter-Compatible-Sportsman-Trail-Blazer-Trail-Boss/dp/B08PCSPHFS/ref=psdc_404753011_t3_B07WJJLM56 These links should get you there. And you can compare. Hope that helps.

awesome!

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

what is the length of those sleeves between the back of the fuel tank mount and frame, and what is the size and length of the bolts mine is missing both

@ericinalaska7648

3 жыл бұрын

Im trying to picture what part you're referring to. I'm away from the wheeler at the moment for a bit. Do you mean the side pieces below the tank or? The front pc. Fenders and fuel tank plastic is one pc. And then the seat buts up against the tank. Im sure I can clarify the size but Im just not clear from the description. I have another video regarding taking the plastics off. I don't talk about the specs of the bolts but maybe you can tell me the part maybe as I point to it in the video? 1999 Sportsman 500. Removing all the plastics in about 10 minutes. kzread.info/dash/bejne/eIadx8qenJireps.html

@hydrazombie

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericinalaska7648 at the back of the fuel tank closes to the seat there are bolts on either side of the fuel tank that fasten the back of the fuel tank to the frame imgur.com/2C0dBzi

How many ounces does the front differential take 2000 players sportsman 500

@ericinalaska7648

Жыл бұрын

Usually approx 4oz. I believe I babbled about it in the "Polaris Sportsman 500 (And Similar) Front Gear Case and Transmission Fluid change" video. Heres the link if you haven't already discovered it. kzread.info/dash/bejne/no16r8OlpKu2Yps.html I also checked a manual I had handy at the moment for 2002. Says 4oz. Hope that helps.