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Blair Goates
New member
Username: Whiteknuckle
Post Number: 1
Registered: 09-2007
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, September 08, 2007 - 01:55 pm: | 
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I've never owned an Argo and only have been in one for about 5 minutes. I'm looking at buying a used 1987 sight unseen. What are some questions I should ask the seller ? What modifications if any have to be made to install a set of tracks ? What is a reasonable price to pay for average condition ? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated ! |
Dave Evans
Member
Username: Dozer
Post Number: 36
Registered: 01-2001
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, September 08, 2007 - 09:03 pm: |
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Blair Go read through the many topics on this board, there are hundreds maybe a thousand messages about ARGOS and their positive and negetive areas. Or you can do a search, see search icon near the top of this board. For example search ARGO TRACKS. Dave |
Jeff bar
Member
Username: Argo8x8
Post Number: 33
Registered: 03-2005
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, September 08, 2007 - 10:21 pm: |
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Argos can use most tracks as long as they have the original tires |
Ron Hutt
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Username: Ron
Post Number: 41
Registered: 12-2006
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, September 09, 2007 - 11:09 am: |
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Blair
I bought a used Argo Conquest last year and the machine just about ruined my experience with AATV's. It had a wonderful engine but the chain slapping and other issues were so bad that it was no fun to be in. Thru a great dealer in Colorado I was able to purchase an Avenger. This machine with all the new improvements and features is a dream to be in.
I guess what I am trying to tell you is that with any older machine there is a risk of inhereiting someones problem like I did. I felt that the added expense buying new was worth the enjoyable experience I am having now. If you are not in a big hurry keep an eye out for the newer Frontiers or Avengers that are being sold as used with only a very few hours on them. If this is out of your price range I would definately drive the machine you intend to buy before doing so unless you are the type of person that likes to tinker with maintenance.
Good luck |
Dave Evans
Member
Username: Dozer
Post Number: 39
Registered: 01-2001
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 10, 2007 - 05:04 pm: |
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Blair Did you find out what you were looking for? Dave |
Blair Goates
New member
Username: Whiteknuckle
Post Number: 2
Registered: 09-2007
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 10, 2007 - 06:34 pm: |
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I was hoping for a checklist or something more tangible |
L.A. Philip Osborn
Advanced Member
Username: Roadwolf
Post Number: 103
Registered: 02-2006
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 10, 2007 - 09:01 pm: |
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You didn't look in the old messages or do a search did you, anyway I will try to think a check list for you
Phillip Osborn LA |
Fred Sain-ARGO dealer ARKANSAS
New member
Username: Fred_sain_sains_argo
Post Number: 7
Registered: 03-2005
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, September 15, 2007 - 11:35 am: |
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Blair, you need someone who knows something about argos to look over used machines, buying any kind of used machine, sight unseen is risky at best. |
Tom Phillips
Member
Username: Dozerdawg
Post Number: 43
Registered: 02-2005
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, September 17, 2007 - 05:57 pm: |
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Fred: How many psi should I have in my tires of an avenger with tracks?
Thanks |
Fred Sain-ARGO dealer ARKANSAS
New member
Username: Fred_sain_sains_argo
Post Number: 8
Registered: 03-2005
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 - 08:48 am: |
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I run from 5-10psi. Whatever it takes to keep the tracks snug. |
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