Can we ADAPT ???? 

That’s very reassuring - thanks! I think it’s a good clutch, but I’m not as hard on them as many riders are.

I sincerely appreciate that, thank you!

That’s interesting, hadn’t thought of using a Polaris clutch. Good idea.

Very good information! Thank you!

Ouch! Not good!

It’s very expensive, I agree! For older Cats, you might be better off with a used clutch. Mountain Sledder Garage did an excellent video on the history of Arctic Cat clutches, that includes some of the problems associated with each one - good info, if you’re looking at used. If you’re looking at new, and the Adapt will fit your sled, I’d prefer that over the Team (which isn’t much cheaper). ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3dV-bJl4CX4.html

It sounds like you want a crossover, but I would recommend a step in between - a used trail sled with a 580 or 600 motor. Buying used allows you to develop your skills and then sell the sled without losing much money. I would look for a sled with less than 4,000 miles, model year 2000 or newer. When sleds get 5-6,000 miles, they start needing more attention, and you never know what you’re going to get. Everyone started making fuel injected engines in mid-2000’s, but the carbureted engines from that time period are also pretty good. The 600-sized motors are powerful enough to scare you, yet reliable and fun - I’d avoid anything bigger than that. If you have access to trails, then buy a trail sled. Trail riding is an easier kind of riding to learn. You could start with a backcountry sled, but wouldn’t recommend it unless you have access to that kind of riding. I would also recommend taking lessons for backcountry riding. I know there are guides and instructors in “tourist” kind of places, like Togwotee Lodge in Wyoming, but you may be able find find someone closer to home, as well. Spring is a good time of the year to buy, because sellers are more motivated and you’ll have the summer to clean it up and make sure everything is greased and ready for winter. If you’re shopping and find something interesting but don’t know if it’s worth it, post that on FreedomSledder.com under the General Snowmobile Forum. Ask them if it’s worth it, or what problems to watch out for. They’ll take you seriously and will help you identify what to look for. You can also post on a brand forum, such as ArcticChat.com. Thank you for watching - I hope the beginners videos help.

@@ponycarfan thank you! This helped so much I can’t wait to get going with my next step. Your beginners videos have helped me a bunch also! Thank you for taking the time to give such a big, detailed, and understandable response!