Author Topic: Homemade Snowdog Ideas (Read 2686 times)

Bassink · « **on:** Dec 16, 2023, 04:09 PM »

Hello fellow anglers!

I just made an account and am excited to learn and be in the community.

I wanted to just get on here and see if anyone has a homemade snowdog. If so, what tools are you bringing along with you in case something goes wrong with the engine or sled itself?

For reference I’ve got one with a predator 212 motor.

Also anyone who has a homemade snowdog, feel free to reply with pictures of any add ons or things that make using it easier.

Thanks! Looking forward to seeing what everyone’s got!
Pics of mine below

Raquettedacker · « **Reply #1 on:** Dec 16, 2023, 04:33 PM »

Welcome to the site..
Nice tracsled. I have one and have a small waterproof tool box with extra hitch pins, different players, some vice grips, couple adjustable wrenches, wire, zip ties tape and starter fluid. After 2 years never had to use any of it..

Zeker259 · « **Reply #2 on:** Dec 16, 2023, 05:46 PM »

Newbie owner here. So far I added my dog.

DR.SPECKLER · « **Reply #3 on:** Dec 16, 2023, 06:44 PM »

I built one last year.i carry spare belts,keyways,spare chain,masterlinks and some set screw for the sprocket.few sparkplugs.all in a ammo box.

krispcritter · « **Reply #4 on:** Dec 16, 2023, 08:03 PM »

Use mine all the time, hauling firewood to the house, hauling my butt across the frozen waters, dragging deer out of the woods....

trapper2000 · « **Reply #5 on:** Dec 17, 2023, 07:07 AM »

bassink welcome buddy !

nice work everyone i would love one of those myself

skinny4 · « **Reply #6 on:** Dec 17, 2023, 12:07 PM »

Never need anything out there but keep most things in the truck. Only thing I would add if I could is skis on the sides or a wider track so it isn’t so tipsy. They really are amazing and once you get thru the drifts and ice shoves near shore never had a problem cruising across the lake. Not sure if it’s cause every year I’m older and weaker or just that every year I add so much more weight but it’s getting harder to do the long drags anymore. If anyone with a bit of mechanical knowledge and some spare parts is debating building one do yourself a favor and just do it. You will not regret it.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #7 on:** Dec 18, 2023, 04:13 AM »

they all look good bassinks looks clean and simple i like that and dackers looks like a lift that would double as a tree stand i like that too ....you guys all did a great job i have to google some plans and go to the shed i guess ...great job guys

bigal409 · « **Reply #8 on:** Dec 19, 2023, 01:23 PM »

Quote from: trapper2000 on Dec 18, 2023, 04:13 AM

they all look good bassinks looks clean and simple i like that and dackers looks like a lift that would double as a tree stand i like that too ....you guys all did a great job i have to google some plans and go to the shed i guess ...great job guys

I agree
. very nice machines. how are you doing Trapper? Haven't heard from you in ages.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #9 on:** Dec 19, 2023, 01:36 PM »

hanging in there al i haven't heard from big guy in ages either ....i told him i won't go to otisco thats just crazy rules and stupid but i'll go somewhere else let me know if you get any ideas

62&done · « **Reply #10 on:** Dec 19, 2023, 03:26 PM »

Some really nice stuff there guys Wish I was a little better at working with mechanical things

Sfleming22 · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 20, 2023, 06:57 AM »

Awesome builds! im in the process of building one. I have a sxs but for early ice and transportation/Parking, Itll be nice to have the tracsled

Raquettedacker · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 20, 2023, 07:21 AM »

kb · « **Reply #13 on:** Dec 21, 2023, 12:50 PM »

I thought I remember something about these having to be registered in NY. Is this true?

62&done · « **Reply #14 on:** Dec 21, 2023, 04:44 PM »

No they do not. My friend bought a snow dog last year and went to DMV to be sure. I know they would have taken his money if they could, but it has something to do with the maximum speed being below a certain Number. No registration, No insurance, No inspection required. Yet - give them time

kb · « **Reply #15 on:** Dec 21, 2023, 04:55 PM »

I like that. Now all we need is ice.

SPIN 1 · « **Reply #16 on:** Dec 21, 2023, 05:18 PM »

62&done · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 24, 2024, 11:58 AM »

I'm toying with the idea of a summertime project being a snow dog next summer. I know of several dead snowmobiles and I have absolutely nothing to start with so I will be going from scratch. I'm curious:
Does anyone recommend a particular make of machine to start with?
Does anyone recommend staying away from certain makes?
How about engines and any other advise you might wish to share.

Thank you I know there are a lot of good builders out there and would appreciate any and all input.

62

krispcritter · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 24, 2024, 12:19 PM »

The cheapest sled you can find as long as the track is decent. Don't worry about cracks, your not putting the stress on the track as snowmobile does and you will be running it loose anyways. A sled that uses bogie wheels are better then sliders.
Harbor freight Predictor motor. Almost bullet proof.
Everything else can be found at building centers and go cart part suppliers.

zadvorney · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 24, 2024, 08:32 PM »

I have one all cut up and ready for a home. It's the tunnel and the track and drive shaft gear box. Just needs bogies and a frame. Free to anyone who is in the Buffalo area. Let me know. I built one from a different sled and this is an extra.

zadvorney · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 24, 2024, 08:40 PM »

I put solid rubber wheels on the front. Stopped the tipping and doesn't effect steering. 10 hp honda motor. Still need to change the front drive gear to get a little more top speed. I like it better than the sled it came from.

BeenPerchin315 · « **Reply #21 on:** Jan 25, 2024, 05:31 AM »

Quote from: trapper2000 on Dec 17, 2023, 07:07 AM

bassink welcome buddy !

nice work everyone i would love one of those myself

Do you tinker? If I found a made one that just needed a few tweaks would it be up your alley? Gotta make sure the old timers can still get out there.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #22 on:** Jan 25, 2024, 02:18 PM »

yeah i would buy a used one i think i been thinking of just buying another sled and trailer

tblaster123 · « **Reply #23 on:** Jan 26, 2024, 09:09 PM »

The free time required to build one of these is wild… I’d just buy one and save myself a few weeks of assembly

krispcritter · « **Reply #24 on:** Jan 27, 2024, 07:12 AM »

One of the real advantages of these over a snowmobile is the weight. Most builds will be about 250 pounds tops and will go on 3 or 4 inches of ice because of the weight distribution vs a full-sized snowmobile. They also take up a lot less space and don't need snow to be useful.
Those 6.5 hp predator motors run a long time on a tank of gas.

fishinator · « **Reply #25 on:** Jan 27, 2024, 08:01 AM »

Quote from: tblaster123 on Jan 26, 2024, 09:09 PM

The free time required to build one of these is wild… I’d just buy one and save myself a few weeks of assembly

I guess that all depends on your skill level and availability of tools. I don't have one but if I had all the parts gathered, I could build one in a day easily.

DR.SPECKLER · « **Reply #26 on:** Jan 27, 2024, 08:15 AM »

I built mine in a 6hrs.

krispcritter · « **Reply #27 on:** Jan 27, 2024, 08:32 AM »

I'm gathering parts now for a full custom frame short track sled for a summer build. Want to keep the weight down to about 150 pounds.

Zeker259 · « **Reply #28 on:** Jan 27, 2024, 08:33 AM »

Some have used old snowblowers.

DR.SPECKLER · « **Reply #29 on:** Jan 27, 2024, 08:51 AM »

I picked up a free yamaha vmax 500.it will be the next build but i got it running and been riding it.when it blows up it will be my next track sled.cool thing is it has reverse in the gearbox that i can use.

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Author Topic: Homemade Snowdog Ideas (Read 2686 times)