FirstPolaris
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Just joined the forum…first one ever. Also my first Polaris, and likely my last because of this clunking $50k machine and the lack of consistent response from Polaris that would illustrate any shred of integrity.
For my first-ever post, I’ll start by saying thank you to previous posters on behalf of the likely thousands of viewers-only who have come here for guidance on this Polaris screw up. It is much appreciated, and I’ll reciprocate by sharing my experience so others can decide if they want to go down the same path.
I also have the clunk that occurs when pressing on/off the gas; basically any change in forward/rearward force on the drivetrain that would typically suggest a u-joint. Since the sound goes away temporarily each time the machine is jacked up, it can’t be the u-joints since they don’t change position during that process. My dealer said they never heard of the issue, and I didn’t want them using my machine to learn. So, I bought the Rhino 2.0 axles from Super ATV.
Unfortunately, they (assuming best intent here) must have based their axle description on other models. They say twice that the shaft has been “massively increased”, assuming over stock, and clearly say later they are larger than stock. That is 100% false. The majority of the stock Polaris shaft is 1.304”, while the Rhino is 1.038”. To be fair, the Polaris shaft necks down at the boots to 1.026”. Measuring there only, which some might challenge that being an accurate representation, the Rhino increase is only 1.2% over stock. In my opinion, that is hardly “massive” and would have prevented me from making this purchase…especially when weight is also considered. The stock shaft weighs 15lbs 4oz, while the Rhino weighs 14lbs 10oz. The box also clearly states “Made in China”. Do with that what you will.
When I very politely pointed out the description error to Super ATV, I was told a return would have “a minimum 25% restocking fee”. Why should I pay for their misrepresentation? Anyway…I’m not here to bash that company, though it defies logic to not take care of a new customer who can afford a $50k machine. I mean, have they even considered the future revenue stream from customizations? Apparently not.
Long story short (too late) the clunking sound is much reduced during a two-mile test drive after install, but starting to return at about the same pace as OEM after each reinstall during troubleshooting. No loctite yet…waiting on delivery of the primer.
Personally, I will never buy another product from Super ATV, and would not suggest the Rhino 2.0 axles as a solution to this issue.
For my first-ever post, I’ll start by saying thank you to previous posters on behalf of the likely thousands of viewers-only who have come here for guidance on this Polaris screw up. It is much appreciated, and I’ll reciprocate by sharing my experience so others can decide if they want to go down the same path.
I also have the clunk that occurs when pressing on/off the gas; basically any change in forward/rearward force on the drivetrain that would typically suggest a u-joint. Since the sound goes away temporarily each time the machine is jacked up, it can’t be the u-joints since they don’t change position during that process. My dealer said they never heard of the issue, and I didn’t want them using my machine to learn. So, I bought the Rhino 2.0 axles from Super ATV.
Unfortunately, they (assuming best intent here) must have based their axle description on other models. They say twice that the shaft has been “massively increased”, assuming over stock, and clearly say later they are larger than stock. That is 100% false. The majority of the stock Polaris shaft is 1.304”, while the Rhino is 1.038”. To be fair, the Polaris shaft necks down at the boots to 1.026”. Measuring there only, which some might challenge that being an accurate representation, the Rhino increase is only 1.2% over stock. In my opinion, that is hardly “massive” and would have prevented me from making this purchase…especially when weight is also considered. The stock shaft weighs 15lbs 4oz, while the Rhino weighs 14lbs 10oz. The box also clearly states “Made in China”. Do with that what you will.
When I very politely pointed out the description error to Super ATV, I was told a return would have “a minimum 25% restocking fee”. Why should I pay for their misrepresentation? Anyway…I’m not here to bash that company, though it defies logic to not take care of a new customer who can afford a $50k machine. I mean, have they even considered the future revenue stream from customizations? Apparently not.
Long story short (too late) the clunking sound is much reduced during a two-mile test drive after install, but starting to return at about the same pace as OEM after each reinstall during troubleshooting. No loctite yet…waiting on delivery of the primer.
Personally, I will never buy another product from Super ATV, and would not suggest the Rhino 2.0 axles as a solution to this issue.
