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Replace lights with LED units

The single upper headlight on my '95 Magnum 425 does not work. Trying to diagnose that currently.

However, the pair of fog lights (or whatever you want to call the ones in the grill) do work, but the lens' are horribly fogged and the lights are pretty dim. Can i simply swap in new LED units or does something else need to be updated as well for them to work properly? I don't have new LED ones spec'd yet.
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Question/help on 2002 Sportsman 500 keys,winch etc

Ok im buying a 2002 Sportsman 500....I have a few questions:

1) is there an online manual I can print ?

2) Is the tranny oil separate from the engine oil ? Is there a tranny filter ?

3) front and rear diff oils separate ?

4) it only has one key, where is the best/cheapest place to get a second ?

5) I want a winch for hunting, nothing fancy, Harbor Freight ? Or if not where and do I need special mounting brackets etc ??

Thax for the help
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‘95 Magnum not running right

Bought this ‘95 Magnum 425 4x4 last year primarily for ice fishing. Previous owner put a new carb in before I bought it and it ran good. Went to fire it up this weekend and it gave me a hell of time getting it started.

Finally got it started on full choke by backing the idle screw all the way out. But the second you give it gas or take the choke off it dies instantly. But it’ll all day long at full choke as long as you don’t touch the throttle.

Pulled the carb and it was spotless.
Pulled the fuel pump (original) and it wasn’t horrible, but I’m getting a new one to eliminate all possibilities. Also getting a new inline filter.

Anything else I should check while I’ve got it all torn apart?
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Submit your ATV – December 2018 – Polaris ATV of the Month Contest!




Get Ready! The December 2018 Polaris ATV of the month contest is starting RIGHT NOW! This month we are looking for the best photo that features your Polaris ATV. So get out there, get creative, enjoy some safe riding and take some photos! We welcome everyone including vendors to participate. The winner of the contest is decided by you the community, so stick around for the voting process.
  • The photo must be posted in this thread.
  • Only one picture will be allowed, so make it your best!
  • You must be the owner of the Polaris ATV.
  • Please include a description of your ATV with a list of all modifications and enhancements.
  • You can only win once every 12 months
Voting will begin around December 15th, 2018 and run to the end of the month. Once the voting ends we will publish the winning photos on the front page and the winners will also receive:
  • PolarisATVForums Stickers
  • Premium Membership
  • $25 Amazon, Cabela's or Bass Pro Shop Gift Card. Your choice!
  • Your bike will be featured on the home page of the site
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Submit your ATV – December 2018 – Polaris ATV of the Month Contest!




Get Ready! The December 2018 Polaris ATV of the month contest is starting RIGHT NOW! This month we are looking for the best photo that features your Polaris ATV. So get out there, get creative, enjoy some safe riding and take some photos! We welcome everyone including vendors to participate. The winner of the contest is decided by you the community, so stick around for the voting process.
  • The photo must be posted in this thread.
  • Only one picture will be allowed, so make it your best!
  • You must be the owner of the Polaris ATV.
  • Please include a description of your ATV with a list of all modifications and enhancements.
  • You can only win once every 12 months
Voting will begin around December 15th, 2018 and run to the end of the month. Once the voting ends we will publish the winning photos on the front page and the winners will also receive:
  • PolarisATVForums Stickers
  • Premium Membership
  • $25 Amazon, Cabela's or Bass Pro Shop Gift Card. Your choice!
  • Your bike will be featured on the home page of the site
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Rear transmission seals

Wondering if anyone has crossed referenced the seal %’s for the rear transmission of a 2000 Polaris Sportsman 500

If anyone has them please let me know

I’m looking at possibly taking the transmission out to replace the silent gear and while I’m at it I might as well replace the bearings and seals

Also does anyone know the actual o ring size used in the carb?


TIA