new (OLD) sleds, need some advice from savvy snow vets on maintenance

[Gene Cazantzes]

Just bought a 98 XC 700 and a 96 XCR. They're in good shape and run, but I want to get them serviced before the snow flies. What is the minimum I should have done and what would you recommend above that? For example; new plugs, track alignment, etc....?

 

[Mike-DRH]

Check every nut and bolt and grease every fitting on the entire machine. If they run good carbs are probably fine. The key word is probably.

 

[MrSled]

I would check:

• ski carbides
• slides
• clean carbs
• replace gas, and you only need plugs if it dont run well after carb cleaning
• go thru skid, looking for bad wheels or bearings, check for loose bolts and warn pivot bushings, then grease
• Check lower bearings and seals on drive shaft for leaks or bad bearings
• Replace gear case oil and look for metal on the oil

 

[Gene Cazantzes]

Thank you for the replies! It's helpful.