Order the main bushing and the one for the cover. These wear out also.There are special tols to remove and install these but you can use a simple bearing and race driver kit from Harbor Freight,Norther Tool,etc if you don't already have this kit. Item#7 and 9 for the bushings.

Ordered.

Thanks

I was going to check the belt to make sure it is a POlaris belt. When I looked at the belt schematic for my 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500, there were 2 belts listed.

Is it possible to install the belt that is not for my machine? Just wondering if I can trust the belt number that is on the machine - if there is a number visible.

How do I tell which belt works on my machine?

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2001 Polaris SPORTSMAN 500 HO (A01CH50AK) Driven Clutch A01ch50aa | Cycle Parts Warehouse

2001 was the first year for the ebc clutching system. Only ONE other model had the non ebc and parts break down shows this clutch along with the ebc clutch.Just see if you have the one way bearing on the front clutch. If so,its an ebc and order the belt for it. The old 3211077 was the non ebs belt for years.

How long of bolt do you need for the clutch compression tool for disassembly?

I have 1/2" threaded rod here. Just need a rough Idea on how long a piece I need.

You can either buy a new one for around 20 bucks on ebay or make one. Here's a post and pics from a guy that made his own.Which clutch puller? - Page 2 - Polaris ATV Forum Or the one I showed you before.

Thanks,

I already got that one. I was talking about the Clutch compression tool.

I don't want to make it to short and run out of rod before I run out of spring tension

You don't need a compression tool for either the front or the rear clutch. Just loosen the 6 bolts around the cover a little at a time and tension will be released.On reinstalling just push down on the cover and install the bolts. Tighten in a criss cross manner to 12 foot pounds. On the rear clutch just push down on the helix and remove the circlip. Once the helix comes up the spring will un wind and you can take it apart to change the 3 ramp buttons. Spring sets on the 2-2 position.

Thanks. That's a time saver

The manual(if you don't have it) will show you exactly how to rebuild the clutches along with good step by step pics.https://www.tradebit.com/filedetail....ce-manual-2001