Talking Portals...ups and downs, maintenance and why we love them!
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- čas přidán 1. 11. 2021
- We know a thing or two, because we have seen a thing or two! Lol it is a bit corny but so true. Over the last 5-6 years we have dedicated ourselves to all things portals and we wanted to take some time and talk about why we got into portals, slikrok's path, progression of parts and portals over the years, what to expect with portals and most of all why we love them! Hope you enjoy and hit us up with any questions.
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I love your videos. Your builds are awesome! Can’t wait to add portals hopefully Ill see you on the trails. I’ll be the guy on the beginner trails with a family in my rig
We see you on the trails you make sure to hop in line and let’s ride together! Keep us posted on your builds
Putting portals on my ranger was the difference between me keeping it or selling it.
The stability from adding portals made my ranger much safer to take my family out riding in.
...and what a bad ass ranger it is! Thanks Sheldon
Love to chat with you guys about portals and how they work on krxs. Building a fleet of krx4s to add to our big rock touring fleet of two seat krxs here in Moab. It's a big investment so might as well learn from the portal gurus.
Thanks.
Ive had mavericks in the past but I recently ordered a new commander xtp max. My type of riding is like wind rock to give you an idea. Looking to install 4” portals. Would you recommend 15% reduction with 32’s or 30% and 35’s? Also should I wait until superatv comes out with some adjustable control arms?
What are yall running for steering stabilizer or racks for your RZRS. I'm working on my second portaled utv and it's a 2022 polaris rzr highlifter 2 seater? I'm very concerned about the weak racks in the rzr. I'm wanting to use a sandcraft steering stabilizer right out the gate before I even ride it. I purchased it Saturday. Thanks for any information!!
I have a 2012 Polaris Ranger 800 6x6 that we use a fair bit for search and rescue work. I want to raise it up a few inches to get through mud better and drive threw some creeks without getting wet in the cab. what would you recommend for our situation? Should I run portals with the 26" ITP Tires? Should I change my A arms to get more clearance?
Your suggestions would be appreciated.
Thank you
Love y’all’s videos I have a built Turbo Rzr 2 seater looks identical too the on y’all have in the back of the video but yours is a 4 seater what kind of tires are those? Mines on 40 BKT’s right know tires of mud riding lol lobe the videos
Thank you Jonathan! Oh sweet, sounds fun. That one in the background is on 40” satv intimidators
They don't list a 40"tire that I can find on there site
I just put 6" 30% billet portals on my 2014 Teryx4 with a 2" Super atv lift and super Atv 1.5 high clearance AArms running. 18" MSA M38 Brute wheels & 34" Efx Motovators
Now that sounds like a fun rig!
@@SlikRokProductions hoping so I haven't had it out yet taking it to work Saturday to align the front end. Have some other things I'm going to do in time. Awesome channel I'll have to contact you & get some knowledge I live in the Midwest The great state of Misery. Missouri Lol
@@ninjapat66 Keep us posted!
@@SlikRokProductions will do
Good luck with the arm bushings and ball joints, I lifted mine and i was replacing them everytime I went out, the arms arnt built for extra weight, and tie rod connecting rods snap. I traded up for a honda talon x4
Got a 2023 Talon 1000R just put on a set of 20” fuel sledges wearing 35” teraches. Really looking at upgrading the suspension and adding 4” portals at a 30” reduction. I always hear about the lower failure rate in the portals. If this is so whats your opinion on cast vs billet in realms of confidence? Seems loke its if you got the budget go billet, otherwise the cast are still a solid choice! Would love to hear syour thoughts!!!
Yes you are spot on. Make sure that you are planning to build the suspension and machine around the portals. Let me know if you need suggestions on parts!
What tire and size is on the red/black rzr behind you? I like the vids on portals, thanks
It is on 40” intimidators
So they used to offer the 40” but discontinued them
What gear ratio should I go to keep my speed like it is? Going from 33inch tires to 40s? 6inch portals
I have a 2017 RZR 1000. I have a set of 40" intimidators I have never put on it. I am considering 6" 60% portals, but its a two seater, Do you think I'm going to be tippy with that short of vehicle? I have a shop, thinking about stretching it out some. What are your thoughts on modifying a two seat rzr for portals, what and how would you do it ? I rock and trail ride, stay out of all the much I can.
On a 2 seater I would say it would say the center of gravity would be quite high and have a tippy feeling. Going longer and wider will help!
What about dual idler portals and also High Lifter portals?
Probably a dumb question, but asking anyways. I've got a 2016 RZR 900S. Looking to put portals on it, but curious how that works being that the S back then was the "wider version". Do I need a special kit or will a portal kit for a normal 900 bolt right up?
Im looking at getting a set of 4inch portals for my 4 seat talon i was gonna do set forward a arms i ride in the ozarks rocky trails and hillclimbs should i go with dual idler? And what else would u recommend i get as well i ride with my family and im trying to be reliable planning on running 35's on a 15 inch wheel
So no doubt that dual idler is a stronger option but that comes down to budget. We have ran many many sets of gen 3 single idlers with 1,000’s of miles and no issues. So we highly recommend that you build your machine around the portals. Which means upgrading all the suspension, ball joints and tie rods. The 35” tire will be a good size. Let me know if you would like part recommendations
Wanting to building a Ranger Crew NorthStar. Should I run 4” or 6” portals with my 35’s?
So the north star is already a top heavy machine so we like the 4” 30% on 35’s on them the best
So I got a can defender max 2023 i wanna do 6” portales and just wanna make it reliable for me and my kids what all would you say to go with the portals I just mainly do desert and Highway with it nothing crazy
I have a 2020 rzr xp1000 with a superatv 3in lift, and all the high clearance arms/rods. I have 32x10x15 wheels/rampage tires. What portal size (height) and gear reduction do you recommend if any. (Stock belt, clutch, and axles for now)
Hello I would recommend you go with the 4” portal and 30% reduction that way you have the option to run a bigger tire if you would like. I would also recommend removing the 3” lift when you put the portals on. We do not mess with our clutches on our portaled rigs. Belts we really like GBoost worlds best belts.
@@SlikRokProductions thank you very much! I appreciate your quick response and time!
@@g8morganogt very welcome!
Hello, I just bought a can am X3 4 seater that has gen 3 4” portals with 37” tires. All a arms and trailing arms are upgraded aftermarket. Suspension is shock therapy. A “naysayer” who is an expert in UTVs insists I remove the portals and go back to 35” tires. Says the bump steer will break my thumbs. I’m a mountain and desert trail rider. I love speed but don’t care much to fly with my rigs. Are these portals safe to ride fast and hard? Again. I’m not racing. Appreciate your feedback. Great video.
They not gonna answer u dude, just not gonna do it
2019 X3 XMR If I go with 4" w/15% reduction what components do I need to upgrade on my buggy. Presently running 32" stickies and I ride in Tennessee. Thanks
Hey John! We have a video called the universal portal build and it goes through the vital components that need upgraded. It is on a RZR but the principals apply. Only thing with a CanAm in addition is a bull reinforcement kit
Where that build vid on the red one? Looking to make my pro xp more capable in the 4x4 trails here in PNW
Search our videos for the universal build kit
@@SlikRokProductionsThanks - now if they only had boxed long travel for pro xp
That would be sweet! We are actually at Superatv for meetings and will bring it up in our new product meeting
If I road ride some at speeds of 60-70mph in a x3 xrs max rr with 35’s on it will portals help or hurt me? Can portals run on the roads at speed for duration without issue?
Yes most our machines including same as yours lost about 5-6mph off the top is all with 4" portals 30% reduction and 35's
Are the billet portals worth the extra cost??
Ordering parts for my Northstar build and to be honest, cost is an issue.
Billet housing is stronger but we have ran many cast portals with no issues.
Thank you@@SlikRokProductions
What difference is there regarding top speeds with and without portals. Is there a substancial difference?
Not a huge difference, with a 4” portal and 30% reduction running a 35” tire we lost about 7-8mph off the top
I’m doing a ranger with portals what is a good 35” sand tire ? With 20” rims
Are you talking paddle tire or just a tire that does well in the sand?
Hey guys I have 2020 Ranger crew I’m looking to run either 4 r 6 inch portals on . I’m worried about the front sub frame. Is 4 inch really better to go with ? Are will it bend and tear the same if I go with 6 inch . I really want to with 6inch . Thanks
Ps it’s already on 35s with S3 4inch lift
It’s been 6 years since anything was put into the how to series
All the new how to’s have just been uploaded under the regular video section. We haven’t separated any out in a long time.
I have a rzr pro xp4 on 4” portals 30% running 35 Roxxzillas. I feel like the 30% reduction is not low enough when I’m crawling. Would you recommend I add a reduction to my low gear? Thanks in advance!
Hey Dustin, so in our Turbo S machine we run 30% portals and the man we also did gear reduction in the transmission. Great combination
@@SlikRokProductions Thanks guys!
@@dustin45764 very welcome
Anyway to advise on why my steering wheel shakes after portal lift
Are you running sway bars on your X3?
We removed front and rear sway bars
What brand portals do you run?
We run GDP portals
I have a 2019 RS1 I would like to do 4" portal lift 15% reduction 32"x15 motovator ,Do I need any belt or cluch work. With 500 miles on it. trail riding mainley TENN-WV KY RIDING.
We actually only run oem clutches and we run GBoost technology belts
What tires are you running on that rzr
40” satv intimidators
Do I disconnect the sway bars on portals machines for articulation?
We take the front sway bar off and throw it away and we run the rear disconnected.
@@SlikRokProductions Yep, you wont notice it much except on hard fast cornering. You will notice it alot on uneven terrain as your wheels touch more!
How do they handle top speed runs and fast aggressive trail rides
As long as you build the machines around the portals they do really well in those environments
This is off point but. What tires are on the RZR in the back of the video
Superatv intimidators 40”
Where did you get those seat bases?
Kurt’s off-road just google RZR seat rocking chair
@@SlikRokProductions thanks.
Love the video but The audio needs to be turned up.. I have a hard time hearing anyway... Mics would be awesome!!!
Thank you for the feed back. We are working on it
What rack would you recommend for a 2020 ranger that has long travel, 4 in portals and 35s. it is super hard to steer. I'm looking for the best solution
I would run a rack boss from satv. As for steering what wheel offset are you running?
@@SlikRokProductions 4-3 and maxis stickies 35 I think I need to change wheel and tire package to a more positive offset wheels
@@cameronbailey6627 Yes you do and would be more happy. I would look at a 15" wheel in 5+2 at the most we like that and also run 6+1 and 7+0
Donate a set I'm poor 😢😅.... Real good video guys
Thank you Walter and we may be able to do another giveaway soon!
@@SlikRokProductions let me know, and thank you guys
Portals vs long travel for a 22 ranger northstar crew
I know ur not asking me. I have the same machine in a Trail boss Crew NS same year. I feel like portals are the best because of way it lifts the whole machine and is much easier components, axles are at a stock angle and the gear reduction makes the machine think its stock.
@@austinhamby8699 long travel will keep factory angles as well only difference is the arms are longer and give you more up and down travel for a much better ride.
@@benjaminhale1454 how is the machine being lifted?
@@austinhamby8699 longer arms create the lift. You notice people are selling their portals and going long travel.