need help understanding carbides - Snowmobile Forum: Your #1 Snowmobile Forum

eric23 · 01-30-2013, 08:46 PM

hello everyone,

i own a 2005 polaris super sport 550 . i am in the process of wanting to order from dennis kirk new carbides but not sure what to get and confused by what they ask... meaning if i go to the polaris web site it shows 3 bars that go under my ski.. a skag another skag and a double pointed piece of metal.. i saw on what parts site it said ez steer..so im wondering if thats what it is.... here is the link to see the parts 39,40,41.. Massachusetts Sea-Doo, Artic Cat, Polaris, Victory & Triumph Motorcycle, Snowmobile & ATV Dealer | Armand's Powersports

but in looking at the carbides on dennis kirk, if i order one thats compatiable with my machine can i remove the pieces i mentioned and bolt this right on? these ones im interested in.. https://www.denniskirk.com/roetin/pe....prd/03458.sku

or do i need to order something different... im very confused about this.. any info is great thank you

**RJ Gleason** · 01-31-2013, 07:19 AM

The EZ steer is an insert the goes between the skeg and ski to act as a spacer and increase the keel depth which also eliminates darting that is caused by the ski wanting to follow a previous ski track.

rgoers · 01-31-2013, 01:28 PM

Do some homework... the carbide you choose should take into consideration the kind of riding you do, where you ride (ice?) and if you have a studded track. I'm not trying to be difficult... just want you to be aware that there are a lot of variables you need to consider. If you could provide more details, we could better help you...