Posts by jamesgn

  • HAS ANYONE PULLED THE RIDE COMMAND UNIT FROM A 2020 YET ?

    Quote from billythekidd

    If you figure it out... please let us know.. I would like to install my Madstad, but they told me it would need new mounting hardware... So I am waiting to take it apart.

    Bad news for both of us. The mounting bubbles on the Madstad have two mounting bolts near the center of the dash that mount to the dash. That will require a new method of attaching it to the dash on a 2020. I am looking for my instructions on our Madstad but when I went and looked at the windshield on our 17 SS it is not going to mount on the 2020 with the same method. So we will have to wait for the new and improved mounting for the 2020.

    The other problem is you will have to remove the entire top dash to mount the center brace. That means everything from mirror to mirror.

    I will keep you posted

    Jamesgn

  • HAS ANYONE PULLED THE RIDE COMMAND UNIT FROM A 2020 YET ?

    I am in the process of installing my F4+5 on my 2020R and need to install the center brace. On the earlier models you could just pull the radio and get to it.

    So my question is how do you pull the ride command out? As it is now it looks like you have to pull the top of the entire dash out to get behind the head unit. That doesn't sound right even considering we are dealing with Polaris. Thanks

    Jamesgn

  • Madstad vs F4 Windshield

    We have both. And have driven in Vegas also. The Madstad does flex on the edges but not where you look through it. It is no problem at all. It definitely lets the wind through. The F4+5 we have is great but no wind and where you are it would be a negative. However I have seen the F4's with about 1 inch holes drilled in the bottom of them and the people liked them.

    Jamesgn

  • Need Help with Slingmods' fuse block and Chasing light set

    I am assuming you got the kit for the FZ-1. Did you watch the install video for it on their site?

    1. you will need extra fuses depending on how many circuits you set up. Will the halos be separately switched from the underbodies? The max will be 30 amps because of the 30 amp inline fuse in the red power wire. You should use a 10 amp for both or a 10 amp on each one, the 10 amp for both might be too small if so go to a 15 amp. A rule of thumb is the smaller the better but enough to handle the circuit.


    I used double sided tape for both my installs with on problems.


    Good question about the inner or outer rail, I had that one myself. They have a video about the frame rail install also but it wasn't completely clear on the subject. Here is what I found out. If you use the outer rail it will be seen better than with the inner rail. One thing, consider the lift points up front you will want to have the strips on the side pointing out. If six was on the bottem use 7 to mount them. Where the rails come together in the front is tricky, remember those lift points. There will be some close points with body panels as you move to the rear.


    It is going to be a bitch if you don't have a lift to work with. If you can get under it and with your face more than 6 inches away from the rails it is easier to lay out how you want it to look. you can also use wire ties to hold the strips in place while you figure it out.


    It's a lot of crap but it's worth it.

    Jamesgn

  • Sling value

    Quote from EricRedSL

    With Polaris raising the slingshot retail prices all the time I think their pricing themselves out of their own market. When its time for me to get a new sling I'm going to buy a new sling to me meaning a used one. I don't think I'll ever buy a new one again.

    Good, that leaves more for me.

    Jamesgn

  • Finally pulled the trigger

    welcome to the group. Here is the local Slingshot club on facebook: Slingshots of Las Vegas group. These people are great. Talk with Ron or Leveal they can hook you up and by seeing all the different mods you can see first hand what you like. These guys are always on some ride, you are in the perfect place from Oatman to the strip. I wonder how the strip looks now? Have fun.

    Jamesgn

  • SLINGSHOTS IN THE SMOKIES 2020

    Quote from Boomer

    yes we still planning in September if virus let’s us

    Boomer, Teresa and I are really looking at going and since business is in the toilet we may be able too. Are you going to trailer or ride and is their any plans to join up with anyone else?


    This is one we have wanted to make in the past and have heard so much about it would be great if it works out. One of the things that worries us is since the last SSroadster events haven't been all that great what do you think about this one?

    Jamesgn

  • 50 Shades of white

    Does anyone know of a can of white spray paint that I can buy that will match the white on our slingshot. I need to do some touch up and would like to get the right white to do the job. Thanks for any help.

    Jamesgn

  • Full Price for 2020 R

    I ordered a 2020 R manual in Vegas at the reveal and have confirmation on the sale. Hear is what I know. They haven't started making the manuals yet and before the plant was shut down I was told maybe delivery in early May. Now I don't know when I will get it. It does sound like May or June though.


    About price. Never pay MSRP, (except for a C8 Corvette). I would definitely shop around. we saved thousands on each of our Slings by walking away from our local dealer as Neosolidus said. My preferred dealer is Daniel Alford at Team Mancuso Powersports, Gulf Freeway in Houston. You can reach him at 281-865-3467. I believe they are the # 1 dealer in the US. But I do know they gave me the best deal of anyone we had shopped. I also know they don't have the manuals yet but they have about 20 of the Autos.

    Jamesgn

  • Where Did You Take Your Slingshot Today?

    Today, Teresa and I will be going out to enjoy the 80 degree weather and get some wind in our face. We will be making a trip to Fredicksburg TX for some good German food, Its about a 120 mile round trip and we get to see the spring flowers and the Blue Bonnets. I will try to post some pictures when we get back.

    Jamesgn

  • New 2020 is home. Ride command is busted though

    Quote from Ga Batcycle

    I'm jealous also since I ordered the 2020 R Miami Blue 5speed, but I already knew that the Autodrives were first on the assembly line !!


    Just happy they are finally being delivered and Ours will be next, and the sooner the better!!!

    I guess we are in the same boat, but I didn't know the 5 speeds would be built last.

    One thing I am working on is getting things ready for my first oil change, yea I know a little early, Hear is what I have found out.


    The 2020 requires 5W50 oil, which is a little hard to get. Polaris 5W50 sells for 11.99 a QT. Amsoil sells theirs for $10.00 and even cheaper by the case. I am going to get some soon as I do all my own oil changes. The oil filter is another matter. As soon as I can get my hands on one for the 2020 I will match up or cross reference the PN to find one. I really hate to pay those Polaris prices if I don't have too and no it will not be a Fram.

    Please keep us posted on when you get yours.

    Jamesgn

  • New 2020 is home. Ride command is busted though

    Now I am really jealous, I still don't know when my ordered 2020 R, Miami Blue standard will come in. All of your observations about the ride I agree with. When we drove them in Daytona both were great. My wife wants to replace the steering on her 2017 LE with the new stuff. The parts you ordered should fit, I am going to put my F4 +5 windshield on and will get the gen 2 floor mats also. The top is another problem. I want another Gulwing but in Miami Blue, they can't tell me when.

    I hope the update works on the ride command. Have you played around with the driving options on your displays? Please keep us informed on your ride. ENJOY!!

    Jamesgn