Craigslist Spryte (not mine) in Montana $20k

Taxrulz · Jun 14, 2019

https://kalispell.craigslist.org/search/sss?sort=rel&query=snowcat

Good, reliable runner but could use some TLC (wiper blades, etc.). Selling because I need something better suited to grooming.

Part trade for $5k worth of older but reliable beater jeep.

Jphoenix · Jul 25, 2019

I’m interested in this Spryte, sent a message to the seller. It looks to be in good shape from the photos, anything I should look for specific to this model?

Jim

andyv916 · Jul 26, 2019

If it hasnt been rebuilt ?

Brake steering bands , any proof they were inspected or replaced

brake master and slave cylinders .
carburetor .
the original air filter if oil bath is a total mess .
axle bushings,if not rubber torsion style
Sprockets
wheels and tires
exhaust , is it totally rusted out

driveshaft
check the engine oil , is it milky

how many grousers are destroyed ? that is a big job .

Jphoenix · Jul 26, 2019

Thanks Andy, good info. Seller says it pulls left a little and engine gets hot if it’s worked hard. I’m a mechanic and can fix whatever, but interested in the pulling to the left comment. Likely have to get into the final drive? I believe these had the OC12?

Jphoenix · Jul 26, 2019

Also, he says it’s 10’ wide, no problem oversize trailering in MT day.ight hours, but I’m not sure about WA, where I live?

Taxrulz · Jul 26, 2019

Jim, I talked with him and he sent me a few additional pictures--I can forward or post them if there is interest. He doesn't have the original headlights, the work was done by a prior owner.

You have a cool website!

John

Jphoenix · Jul 26, 2019

John, I would like to see the photos, post them here or send to me at jphoenix13@me.com.

Did you Learn anything that would prevent you from considering that cat? I think he’s dropped asking price from 20k down to 15k.

Taxrulz · Jul 26, 2019

Looks pretty decent. He seems pretty forthcoming on its condition.

Jphoenix · Jul 26, 2019

Thanks for those photos. I agree, seller is very responsive and forthcoming.

andyv916 · Jul 27, 2019

If it pulls to the left it might just need and adjustment of the left brake band done on the exterior of the OC-12 by backing off the nut a little bit and test driving .

mtncrawler · Jul 27, 2019

Track belting can cause pulling to one side too.

Craigslist Spryte (not mine) in Montana $20k

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