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Erie Canal Fabworx
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New to the Sled side

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Just picked up a 78 Cyclone, looking for a stator and the 2 back grab handles... and cant seem to find an engine ID tag, could use some help.. Thanks in Advance!!!
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Check New Breed parts for the grab handles. Seems like they're the same as Cat used for a while so they can be sourced there.? Motor is a CCW (Kioritz) KEC 340/22

Looks like a really nice sled. How's the track?
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Track is in great shape, cleats show a little wear but all are straight
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UPDATE: So I found a used stator. Tested great. It was in a 440 liquid. I tested 8 different motors at ONE sled salvage shop.. Long story short, three pulls after reinstalling motor and BIG JOHN LIVES. Now to get the seat back from upholster and away we go...
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It would be in your best interest to replace the crank seals ASAP. Now that you have it running, no point in burning it down.

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