I'm new to ATVing, just joined the forums and have a few questions. I like to hit the mudholes and water holes on my 700. The guys I ride with avoid most of the stuff I'll go through but a few will dare. My ride is now in the shop because of overheating problems (tech says it might be the thermistor or thermostat, he has permission from Polaris to swap out both) but while performing maintenance the tech says he found some water in the carb and airbox but no damage, he says it's obvious I like the wet stuff. What do I need to do on the trail to ensure I get the water and junk out before I damage anything. And how are you guys checking for milky oil?? Sorry, but I'm a newby to ATVs (ride streetbikes) and I would really like some tips. Is it best to go slower through the nasty stuff, I haven't had a problem getting through anything yet. And should I get a clutch upgrade or exhaust upgrade? Bumpers and a winch are next though. Any help would be great. Thanks.

Also, I need to find places to ride. I live in the panhandle of Florida.

 

really water riding isnt bad for your ATV there are tons of people that have what is called Belt Snorkles which are made so they can go even deeper. I myself Go full blast threw puddles and mud with no probs. Water does hurt the atv as long as you dont get it up in the tailpipe and if you do just make sure to drain it and let it dry out real good [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img] But Ive never had any problems with water or mud or anything. As for the clutch and exhast only add em if ya are really wantin more power. The winch and bumper addons are really good to have though I got em on my 500 best investment Ive made yet to my ATVs Im plannin on addin front and back bumpers to my other 2 sometime real soon.

 

if you are doing a lot of mud running your radiator could be plugged with mud and is probably your overheating problem , you need to risnse it with a garden hose until water runs clean