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Sorry you didn't like the music. You are not the only one. Sometimes, I don't like the background music on videos either. When that happens, I just turn the volume down.

Sorry to hear that. Maybe turn the volume down?

​@@nvgun40maybe turn the music and captions off and explain what and why you're doing what you're doing.

I am running the normal 18” Argo rubber tracks. They work phenomenal. I admit though, the Alaska Bush Tracks are better in most conditions. The Argo tracks are better in soft snow. Maintenance is easier than most people think. The key is staying on top of the preventative maintenance. This is my second machine. My first machine was a Frontier. The Aurora is hand down better.

You did see a machine with AK Bush tracks. How they compare? In the conditions you see in this video the AK Bush tracks work superior then all others, imho. However, every track made has pros and cons. When we got out on the hard pack road the bush tracks slide around a lot more and that can be disconcerting. Also, the AK Bush tracks work in snow, but the 18” Argo rubber tracks are better by far than the bush tracks is deep snow. AK Bush Tracks do make an addition belt that can be added to the outside of their track that will give them better flotation in deep snow but the problem comes with widening the platform quite a bit. I’m the areas where this video was made, we simply can’t go on some of the trails with the additional width. AK Bush tracks also do not do well on ice (they do provide for ice cleats, but again without ice cleats the Argo rubber tracks do better, and with ice cleats the rubber tracks still do better than the bush tracks with ice cleats). AK Bush tracks also don’t do as well on hard slab rock, concrete, and pavement. Again, though, for everywhere you see us going in this video, the AK Bush tracks are superior. However, even that machine with the bush tracks got stuck twice during this summer and fall seasons. In closing, I will be outfitting my machine with AK Bush tracks, but will be keeping my rubber tracks because I use my machine in deep snow and for plowing.

@@nvgun40 thanks for the comprehensive write up. I've been eyeing those tracks for a few years, it's good to hear some pros and cons from someone with experience

One of the things I really like about the Bush tracks is the owner is constantly innovating and making improvements.

For 2021, this Blue Argo was dubbed an Aurora 950SX LE. It was the only blue Aurora 950SX built for both 2021 and 2022. There are blue Frontiers in both 6 and 8 wheel but only this one Aurora 950.

Thanks for the rapid reply. I knew that was rare, but didn't know it's the only one. Even blue Frontiers are pretty rare, albeit there out there. If you don't mind me asking, what's the date of manufacture indicated on the label to the left of the handlebars?

@@chadmckinnon6294 it was built in January 2021

The radio is a GMRS/FRS radio. 50 mile line of site range and ability to utilize repeaters. I went to a shop that specializes in radio equipment to get the right length of cabling and antenna to maximize the capability of the radio.

@@nvgun40 nice. I’m a licensed ham radio operator. I was thinking about installing a 2 meter unit on my Argo. The issue is I don’t have anyone to talk to right now.

Friction/strain on the hinge pins is the same whether on the ground or off the ground (especially if the hinge pins have a lot wear and are "cammed" out). Because the way the vise grip tools work, its still going to pull the hinges together to make pulling and replacing the hinge pins easier. I have removed and replaced a track in the field without raising the machine and driving off and back onto the track, but that was a field repair. Lifting the machine and doing this off the ground allows me to do the work inside the garage; which is a nice bonus to work inside a heated garage when it below freezing outside. ;)

Mine hold up just great. As a matter of fact I just had my annual service and they said my chains were great and my slider block hardly had any noticeable wear. Which is surprising considering some the terrain and conditions I use it in.

My wife and I are thinking about purchasing an Argo. I was wondering why the Conquest series is a lot more expensive than the other models, like the frontier and aurora?

@@Maxwellguitar-yj3rb the conquest series starts delving into the heavy duty commercial oriented market. Like intended uses by power companies or search and rescue, etc.

Apologies for the late reply. Yes, I attempted open muskeg and/or floating grass in my 2018 Argo Frontier without tracks. It really depended on the options I had for picking the path forward. On large open fields of muskeg and/or floating grass, going straight through the middle was not really an option. It became a slug fest and required myself getting out and placing a land anchor at times. Going back to my days with 4 wheel ATVs and SxSs, I would pick and choose my path to try and stay along the outer edges of the muskeg and/or floating grass. With the Argo without tracks I was still able to get through more difficult areas of muskeg and/or floating grass than ATVs and SxSs. I was able to so towing and hauling heavier loads so the Argo still had an large advantage. It just took a bit of path scouting, and picking my line. At the same time, having the proper gear along for self recovery. Adding tracks allowed me to be less choosy about my line.

Hello, That blue Argo is a 2021 Argo Aurora 950SX LE (Limited Edition). It is the only Aurora 950 SX in that color, with those rims. It did not come with all that you see. The winch, windshield, convertible soft top and frame, tracks, boat motor mount, light bar and strobe lights were all additional.

@@nvgun40 sweeet thnk you

Yes, I have no issue with the engines.

There are advantages and disadvantages to the Argo trailer. Advantages, it floats (there are other trailers that float though), you have four spare tires in emergency’s, extra bearings in emergencies. Disadvantages, you need to reinforce the upper lip to take advantage of tying things down. The front lower corners of the Argo trailer can really get beaten to the point of cracking or holes in rough and rocky terrain. I like my Bosski ATV Wagon trailer a bit better. It floats, but has a hard closing lid that keeps things dry inside. Plus I can load stuff on top and tie things down. It has better ground clearance too.

Just for the fun of it. It looks cool when your driving through a dark forest.

Nope. just strobe lights on the blue Argo. It is also used for plowing in the winter. Just a little something fun and to enhance visibility.

We prefer the Argo over any SxS. For hunting and for play. They are a bit slower than a SxS, but that only means the SxS’s get to the technical obstacle/mud hole first.

Agree

There still around. in Canada anyway. They didn't like to stay under the track very good. I think the sled is A good idea if you can find one long enough for today's machines.

I sped up the video a bit to pass the time and highlight the adventure. Had I not sped up the video and edited into shorter clips the video would have been 4.5 hours long.

@CL McCartneyThey dont have schock absorber, the tires do the thing. Those are working machines and not for casual riding. That why a also have an Artic Vtt along my Argo Hdi 750. I mostly plow, hunt and work with the Argo.

The snow depth from the parking area to the snow machine ranged from 3 feet deep to 5 feet deep in many places. In the still photo at the 1:50 mark, the Argo driver is standing, yet his feet are not touching solid ground. The Argos did just fine.

Fresh 4' of power snow they go where a sled cant LOL

If you get stuck alone with an Argo, you will need to winch yourself out!

That's pretty close.

The diamond drive (transmission) was seized. The track couldn’t spin even if the belt were taken off. That’s why we had to strap it on the sled. The spruce tree branch tied to the ski loops was put there to help lift the ski tips when necessary.

@@nvgun40 diamond drives have a problem still

@@darrellroeters4951 The snow machine is a 2008, that is the first time the diamond drive has ever had any problem. During the pre-season maintenance, when the diamond drive was drained and the cleaner/flush was put in, the person performing the maintenance got called away for something else and by the time they came back they forgot to drain the flush/cleaner out and replace it with the proper gear oil. In a very short time, the cleaner/flush cooked away and the diamond drive was running dry.

Just the one.

Doesn't matter there is an endless supply there.