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Today, 10:06 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Anyone else bothered by the name "Wolverine" for these machines? in Wolverine General Discussion

Its a noteworthy North America beast in the wild. Quite fitting IMO.

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Today, 09:24 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

The shop closed for the weekend and missed the opportunity to get the other 3 bead broke down. So a last resort was yours. I didn't have a 2x6 and...

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Today, 08:41 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread 27” Terrabites Questions w/Kimpex Spare Tire Pics in Wolverine X2/X4 General Discussion

Then you should seriously look at Kenda Bearclaw HTR, an 8 Ply Radial with a killer thread pattern and profile. Looks good as well as a bonus. I just...

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Yesterday, 09:06 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

My trailer is too low and I tried to use the rear which has bolts sticking out that hold the floor onto the frame. Yes sidewall it soft and I could...

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08-22-2019, 07:36 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

Local KalTire said $100 and dealer up to $150 max either way a lot more. Thanks for the replies never the less.

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08-22-2019, 11:10 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

I had them on my old ATV as well but the regular ones, not the 2.0 lighter version. Their lugs go up the sides a bit etc given excellent side bite...

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08-22-2019, 10:07 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

Well I am having considerable trouble breaking the inner bead of one rear tire. My ample weight isn't enough and with the chubber rubber I haven't...

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08-21-2019, 12:46 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

As per my previous recommendation. I too am biting in them and removing the BigHorn 2.0. These are both 27" but one aired up will be taller than...

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08-21-2019, 07:51 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Lubricating the back hubs on 2016 Wolverine RSpec in Wolverine How To

good to know there is an out flow hole for the grease. I did try greasing once but the pressure on my hand grease arm was so hard without movement I...

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08-20-2019, 05:42 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Firewall Guards in Wolverine General Discussion

We're talking about branches, no limbs and such. As said there is no factory resistant protection from the wheel area which most vehicles do have.

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08-20-2019, 08:59 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Lubricating the back hubs on 2016 Wolverine RSpec in Wolverine How To

@Mountainman At top, goto FORUM ACTIONS - EDIT PROFILE and you'll see Edit Signature in the list. OK GetErDone.... Cheers PS GEN 2 are...

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08-20-2019, 08:40 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread who's mounted a light bar? in Audio, Lighting and Electrical

LOL Thats what I thought at first. Somehow he's mount/installed switches in the storage area. Note the cup holder!!! They're at the bottom in...

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08-20-2019, 07:38 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Firewall Guards in Wolverine General Discussion

Maybe but not all. I have had two Kingquad 700 family ATV (2005 700 & 2009 750 which i've kept) These both came with a synthetic skid underlayer...

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08-19-2019, 06:59 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Using Low Gear - 2019 X2 in Wolverine X2/X4 General Discussion

Not machine specific, but I use 4WD Low when load my ATV & Wolverine. Its easier to control and less risk of a runaway, if you know what I mean. ...

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08-18-2019, 05:44 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Firewall Guards in Wolverine General Discussion

This level of protection should have been there from Yamaha. I am not forking out that kind of money. They should issue a recall to retrofit all the...

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08-17-2019, 10:02 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

i just located and watched two Youtube videos on installing on UTV bead locks. Neither mention any locating ledge etc. Other than that was simple....

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08-17-2019, 06:42 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

I'll have to study this and probably won't truly understand until one wheel is off. Is there anything on the back side of the rim (inner non...

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08-14-2019, 12:45 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

Ok, so there is no circular positioning of the tire to fit the rim or bead. I have the time to do the mounting which would save me some money.

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08-14-2019, 11:52 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Axle Nut Tightening / Removing in Wolverine How To

OMG, Daniel... you blew my Dimple's away. LOL Now I am flush faced....oh well, I'll manage Cheers

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08-14-2019, 10:14 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Bearclaw HTR's on pavement in Wheels & Tires

Ok, Replacing the 2.0 Bighorn with these HTR. WHATS THE RE & RE DIFFICULTY DOING PUTTING THEM ON MYSELF. I was told long ago because of the...

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08-14-2019, 07:59 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Axle Nut Tightening / Removing in Wolverine How To

I'd have to see the nut and bearing setup to wrestle my mind around all this. But good to know, dimples maybe involved. I assume this uses a sealed...

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08-13-2019, 06:11 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Battery voltage in Wolverine General Discussion

That battery section of the meter has a built in LOAD test resistor to shunt power. It will overheat and maybe burn up in the meter. Its for small...

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08-12-2019, 07:00 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Battery voltage in Wolverine General Discussion

Well I have one of those meters as well and half dozen more various ones. LOL never can find one have the time. I believe the regulator is shot...

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08-12-2019, 06:57 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Gen 2 AKA X series How are they now that 2019 is well on the way. in Wolverine X2/X4 General Discussion

Interesting on the suspension. I looked at the new X2 builds at the dealer and it looked like the springs were a lot longer and had more travel....

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08-12-2019, 08:09 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Battery voltage in Wolverine General Discussion

A battery cannot read that high on its own. LOL 13.8VDC or so at best without something charging it. Is there any sign of acid at either post?...

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08-12-2019, 06:57 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Battery voltage in Wolverine General Discussion

Too many assumptions going on here. First STIX.... Facts first. You say charged. What do you mean, you had an external charger on it or...??...

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08-11-2019, 03:00 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Axle Nut Tightening / Removing in Wolverine How To

I see, you mark the dimple for reference. oK I am smiling!! Dimple marked here too...LOL

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08-11-2019, 02:56 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Rear Diff - require Gear oil (Is mine damaged?) in Transmission & Drivetrain

I checked the rear diff and oil was up but didn't like the creamy look. Only thing I can think of is the dealer GL4 still in there has mixed with the...

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08-11-2019, 01:23 PM

Tripplec replied to a thread Tongue weight in Wolverine X2/X4 General Discussion

Bringing gas along a normal road won't be bumpy and should be ok. However, as stated you can add corner straps to take some of the weight and stress....

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08-11-2019, 11:01 AM

Tripplec replied to a thread Looking for new 28-29inch tires and rims in Wolverine X2/X4 General Discussion

FYI They have it here. If the OEM doesn't provide it then you never know what you're going to get or don't have standards themselves. I'd look...

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