Ok guys just trying to gauge and see if anyone is interested. I recently discovered my dads old sled in our warehouse. Have not dug it out completely and more info and pics will be coming in shortly. Heres what I do know the sled ran great when it was last winterized and stored. Obviously it hasn't been used since 1994. I have all the service and parts records. Its a one owner sled and has minimal body damage from what I can tell so far. So if you interested let me know, and like I said more pics to come.
The pics were to big to upload on here so heres the link to them.
http://www.snowmobileforum.com/general- ... deere.html
1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
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Fireman1331ny
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jdrob
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
fireman the 79 sled will have a steel tunnel and the 80 sled will have aluminum tunnel that is the quickest way to tell years between 79 and 80 ??? let us know 
Jdrob
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Fireman1331ny
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
It is a 79 has the steel tunel and still only 390lbs, Im shocked
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DeereSledHeadFarmer
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
wheres the sled at how much?
-Matthew
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-1974 JD 300
-1981 JD Spitfire
-2005 Polaris XCSP 500
-2012 Polaris Switchback Pro R 600
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Fireman1331ny
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
The sleds located in New York, suffolk county Long Island to be exact zip is 11715. Just gauging interest and taking offers right now. If no offer tickles me Ill probably keep it. Thanks Tyler
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jdrob
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
If it wasthe 80 i might have been for the right price but not interested in steel...
Jdrob
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DeereKid9
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
Tyler,
Word of advice. Either set a price (after researching the value) to sell the sled or don't sell it and keep it.
Bidding on this site has become a no-no or sore spot for some. If you want bids, list it on e-bay.
A 79 Trailfire that runs is a great sled and fun to ride. But, as mentioned on the other forum, you NEED to replace the seals. Even if it runs now, it needs done.
There are alot of guys with the parts that you might need to get her back in to top shape, but it doesn't sound she will need much.
Good luck, and I assume you're a fireman? Where at? I am a firefighter also, Fort Wayne Indiana.
Bob
Word of advice. Either set a price (after researching the value) to sell the sled or don't sell it and keep it.
Bidding on this site has become a no-no or sore spot for some. If you want bids, list it on e-bay.
A 79 Trailfire that runs is a great sled and fun to ride. But, as mentioned on the other forum, you NEED to replace the seals. Even if it runs now, it needs done.
There are alot of guys with the parts that you might need to get her back in to top shape, but it doesn't sound she will need much.
Good luck, and I assume you're a fireman? Where at? I am a firefighter also, Fort Wayne Indiana.
Bob
Always remember-Any parts leftover is money in your pocket.
1976 Liquidator - I 500 raced by Jim Zimmer
1980 Spitfire
1982 Liquifire-Last sled my son helped me work on. He did most of the motor work.
1984 Trailfire
2007 Ski Doo GSX 500SS
1976 Liquidator - I 500 raced by Jim Zimmer
1980 Spitfire
1982 Liquifire-Last sled my son helped me work on. He did most of the motor work.
1984 Trailfire
2007 Ski Doo GSX 500SS
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Fireman1331ny
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
Yea firefighter in Long Island Ny. What seals should I replace and where can i get them. How hard is it to do. Thanks
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DeereKid9
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
See attached picture. The are #6 and they are pretty easy to get. Dennis Kirk and other still have them. It will take some work to get them changed, but is a must do.
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Always remember-Any parts leftover is money in your pocket.
1976 Liquidator - I 500 raced by Jim Zimmer
1980 Spitfire
1982 Liquifire-Last sled my son helped me work on. He did most of the motor work.
1984 Trailfire
2007 Ski Doo GSX 500SS
1976 Liquidator - I 500 raced by Jim Zimmer
1980 Spitfire
1982 Liquifire-Last sled my son helped me work on. He did most of the motor work.
1984 Trailfire
2007 Ski Doo GSX 500SS
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WinnipegStPaul9
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Re: 1979 JD Trailfire 440cc
Tyler, do it like Bob does, at the fire house.....on duty.....LOL
DA aka Bob's dad
DA aka Bob's dad
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