newbie lurker gets a toy

[timbo]

Hello all--
As of today, I will no longer be merely lurking on this board and drooling over others' snowcats. I made a little purchase--from a neighbor, no less--and am pleased. Thanks to mtntopper (Bill) for his help & advice. And to everyone else. I've learned lots here so far.

This is the same machine that was advertised on here earlier. I got a fair deal and look forward to getting back to our cabin year-round now. This thing will haul way more beer than any snowmachine.

Let the mods begin. I need to install a beacon and get the gas gauge working. And maybe install some seatbelts on those VW bucket seats so the kids don't fall out when the doors fly open! I look forward to learning more from this group.

Tim Blaney
Buffalo, WY

 

[Melensdad]

Welcome and great first post!

Just make sure that as you begin the mods you keep the camera handy and document your progress.

Nice to have you as a member.

 

[Snowcat Operations]

Nice to see my old gal again! Glad she has a good owner with a winter access plan.

 

[couchloafer]

Nice looking cabin! Way to go with the Spryte! Welcome to the owners club!

 

[mbsieg]

Nice looking cat Tim. Let me know if I can help out at all. Mike

 

[fogtender]

Nice post, hope you get to here a lot and keep everyone updated on your adventures!

 

[Blackfoot Tucker]

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the forum!

 

[mtntopper]

Hi timbo, welcome to FF and snow cat ownership. It is always nice to see another snow cat join or at least stay in the neighborhood. I believe we have about 10+ snow cat owners in the neighborhood now using the Hazelton road as a base. Some even have multiple cats. We also have a dozen plus of smaller over snow vehicles such as Argo's, tracked 4X4 vehicles, tracked UTV's and other assorted over snow vehicles. You did very well on this snow cat and she will serve you well for cabin access.

As to your gas tank fuel gauge problem, check carefully the ground on the in tank gauge as they corrode easily and that maybe your only problem. Clean the ground and see if that solves the problem.......bill

 

[bill w]

welcome timbo....there is no other forum i've found with more knowledge of snowcats and snowcat mods than this one.you got a very nice spryte that will serve you for years to come..Bill w

 

[dlmorindds]

Welcome Tim--great to have another neighbor with a cat. You soon will notice the addiction. The Forum is a great resource and you will find that there is a wealth of snow cat knowledge and experience right around the Big Horns.