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Voltage too high

Just joined. This site has been a lifesaver as I work on my 1996 Magnum 425. While using the rig a couple of years ago the battery died out and I finished the trip pull stating the machine. Later the bulbs became bright and ultimately blew.

Now have a new battery and getting about 16.5 volts one the headlight pug ate idle. Equally high voltage at the battery. Replaced the voltage regulator and same voltage - Help! The original regulator had the brown wire from the machine grounded to the regulator bracket. I appears to be original. The new one has a brown wire coming out of the regulator, so added a connector to connect it to the brown wire from the machine. I do not think it makes a difference.

Open to any ideas or if someone can tell me what the voltage at the light or patter should be. Thanks
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Towing a brush mower – question

I'm looking at a Polaris Sportsman 850 SP with Active Descent Control. I want to tow a DR tow-behind brush mower that weighs app. 450lbs. The Sportsman weighs about 830 (wet).

I'd appreciate any thoughts on how well the Polaris will handle that going down steep hills. Will the ADC let me do that and stay ijn control?

I'm currently towing the mower with a Suzuki King Quad 500 (weighs app. 670 lbs.), and the brush mower pushes it around as the hills get steep. It gets to be a scary ride, as th ebrakes just won't control it.

What do you think? Would the Sportsman handle it, or do I need to go to a Ranger sized vehicle?

Thanka!
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Quick Cleaning of Your Quad?

I asked the GM of our local Polaris dealership what the guys use with the hose when they're spraying down all the quads that are outside. He mentioned water and a little vinegar in a 5 gallon bucket and a rag but he said there was something else in the water and he didnt know how much vinegar.

What do you guys use when you just want to do a quick spray and really get the dust off with no spots?

Scott
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my 2017 570 max xt

Looking for inner fender guards to prevent mud from getting in radiator. Does anyone know where I can buy them a link wound be great help thanks.

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LED light bar

Looking to install a LED light bar on my 450. Wondering what brands/ models people recommend?

Cheers,

Matt


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