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jlazyh · 09-29-2005, 11:06 AM

I just wanted to share a picture of my 1st sled. 1979 Polaris TX 440. It is in exelent condition. Can anyone tell me about my new ride?

SnowRida · 09-29-2005, 12:24 PM

Well, it sure has an older suspension in it. Have fun.

jlazyh · 09-29-2005, 01:35 PM

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Originally posted by SnowRida
Well, it sure has an older suspension in it. Have fun.

Is that not good?

**smallengineguy** · 09-29-2005, 01:52 PM

I think he means compared to newer sleds, you may just leave your spine on a bumpy trail somewhere!

Seems like a nice machine, though!

Is your sig 3rd Marine Air Wing??

jlazyh · 09-29-2005, 02:06 PM

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Originally posted by smallengineguy
I think he means compared to newer sleds, you may just leave your spine on a bumpy trail somewhere! Seems like a nice machine, though!

Is your sig 3rd Marine Air Wing??

Yes 3rd MAW 1965-72 came out E6

**smallengineguy** · 09-29-2005, 02:22 PM

Funny, 3rd MAW, MALS-31 MCAS Beaufort, SC 88-92.

**RJ Gleason** · 09-30-2005, 03:31 PM

looks to be in excellent shape. It will ride ok, but not as nice as a newer sled because of the only 9 inches of vertical travel in the rear. A mod that I recomend would be to get a pair of ski spreader plates and install them right away. This will make the stance of the skis wider and therefore more stable in the turns and help with cornering.