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Snowtrailsusa posted in the group General Discussion

• 1 month, 2 weeks ago

SQUATCH APPROVED!

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Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 1 month, 2 weeks ago

For better or worse, this is the initial installment of the build series. I hope you all will find it interesting.

While it isn’t my plan to cover the various builds in any particular chronological order, I thought I should lead with the sled that really kicked the restoration journey into high gear: a 79 TX 340. I bought this sled in the s…Read More

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- Minnesota Kelly
  1 month, 2 weeks ago
  
  Going back through old photos, I did run across one of it mostly torn down. I don’t remember doing any body glazing on the tunnel but I guess I did.
Neenah Gary posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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Neenah Gary posted in the group The Picture Page

• 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sunrise over Lake Winnebago on September 16th 2026

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Snowtrailsusa posted in the group General Discussion

• 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Here’s the tricky part…only one sentence for your answer. Hit the Comment Button below.

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- euphoric1
  1 month, 3 weeks ago
  
  I ride because its me, the machine, the wind, the snow and the scenery, I will never tire of it either.
- Neenah Gary
  1 month, 3 weeks ago
  
  Only one sentence, huh? I’m gonna need a bunch of commas here. The sights, the sounds, the wildlife, the challenge, and knowing I’m going to places that few others ever visit.
- Minnesota Kelly
  1 month, 2 weeks ago
  
  I guess it’s pretty simple for me: to get to places and see things that can only be done and seen on a snowmobile.
- Heckler56
  1 month, 1 week ago
  
  All of life’s noise goes away!
Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 1 month, 3 weeks ago

OK “Shop” people, I need some feedback. A number of you have faithfully followed my various sled build threads over the years on John’s site but there may be some of you that haven’t. For those that have, there may be builds you have missed, builds you may have forgotten, and there are at least a couple that never made their way into any build…Read More

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- euphoric1
  1 month, 3 weeks ago
  
  I can honestly say there are no builds that I have forgotten, however the couple that never made it into any of your posts would sure be nice to see, even if just pictures and not any in depth coverage but…. be ready for the questions LOL! revisiting and introducing us to past projects would be cool! I for one am all in!
  - Minnesota Kelly
    1 month, 3 weeks ago
    
    Brian, I’m thinking your memory is better than mine. You probably remember stuff I don’t. I’m going to have to do some thinking to summarize a project that may have taken several months, or even years, in just a few paragraphs. In addition, there were a few sleds that, while I had the best of intentions of making them a project, it never…Read More
    - euphoric1
      1 month, 3 weeks ago
      
      Doesnt have to be anything crazy Kelly, I’m sure all of us would appreciate a walk down Kellys resto memory lane. even if only pictures.
    - euphoric1
      1 month, 3 weeks ago
      
      Kelly, later this month my wife and I will be going to the Wide Open Wisconsin show and last year a swear the swap portion of the show had almost doubled in comparison to the year before. I’d like to help you with finding anything you might need for Kawabunga project or anything you might need to ice the cake of other projects you have done. If…Read More
      
      Minnesota Kelly
      1 month, 3 weeks ago
      
      Thanks for the offer Brian. Yes, there is a messaging feature here and it works well. From what I gather, it’s a good show. If I come up with anything you might run across in just passing by a vendor, I’ll let you know. in any case, have fun at the show!
Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months ago

Hood is painted. The light plays tricks on this color and my phone. It’s actually a little darker than it looks in the photo. Should look sharp with the 82 graphics.

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Snowtrailsusa posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 1 week ago

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Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

A few days I mentioned a special project I’d like to take on in the future and I may be one step closer to it now. I have a deal pending on this beauty: a 77 Liquifire 340. Hopefully it will work out. Now I know you might be thinking: “All the hype for this?”. But don’t let its unassuming presence fool you, my plan is to try to put a very pe…Read More

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- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 1 week ago
  
  Well gang, this deal fell through. After we had agreed on a deal, the seller changed the terms and I just couldn’t meet those terms. Disappointing, but I’ll find another one or maybe a Cyclone somewhere. In any case,, I’m still determined to find one and make it a future project.
  - Heckler56
    2 months, 1 week ago
    
    I see he lowered his price to $200 on FB.
    - Minnesota Kelly
      2 months, 1 week ago
      
      He must have it listed somewhere other than Marketplace. It’s still on MP for $300 in Bayfield, WI. Unless it’s a different sled, which is unlikely, there’s no mistaking this sled. Thinking I was actually dealing with two people and the first person was all excited about the deal but the second person turned out to be a real tool. Do you have…Read More
      
      Heckler56
      2 months, 1 week ago
      
      https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1791140438977212/?
      
      Heckler56
      2 months, 1 week ago
      
      The price is now listed as $400, marked down to $300. Yep, a real tool.
      
      Minnesota Kelly
      2 months, 1 week ago
      
      Thanks David,. That is the sled. He could have had this sale locked up but apparently doesn’t understand the concept of electronic money transfer or cashier check in advance of pickup. It will sell eventually for less than I offered him. Genius at work.
  - Heckler56
    2 months, 1 week ago
    
    A pair of 440’s Liquidfires for $500 (wants gone asap)
    - Heckler56
      2 months, 1 week ago
      
      https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1420811439942597/?
    - Minnesota Kelly
      2 months, 1 week ago
      
      Yeah, this listing has been tormenting me for some time. It’s a good deal. He won’t separate them which is probably OK because you would probably need both to make ome sled. This is one problem with living up here on the fringe. it’s just too far to pull a trailer to pick up both. If I were still living in the Twin Cities, it would be a piece…Read More
Snowtrailsusa posted in the group General Discussion

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

First One to Identify this gizmo wins Bragging Rights for the day!

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- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  I’m guessing either a generator for a bicycle light or a speedometer drive.
  - Snowtrailsusa
    2 months, 1 week ago
    
    There ya go, Kelly! An early “generator” for a bicycle light. Ride after dark, just watch out for the deer!
Snowtrailsusa posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  Kawasaki guys keep telling me they wish they had an Interceptor (the sled on the cover photo) so I did a little reading. Quite the sled: Liquid cooled engine with twin pipes and four spark plugs. Kawasaki made exactly 601 of these sleds, only for the 1982 model year, which makes them pretty spendy to acquire now. In fact, if you ever see one…Read More
Snowtrailsusa posted in the group General Discussion

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Here's Our "Too Early Wish List" for the Upcoming Season. This is a Trial Run of our Polling Features today. On this one, we'll have only one option to choose, if you have more than one, pick the one of most likelihood. Thanks for participating!

What has your interest for upgrades, add-ons, and must-haves?

Parts and Maintenance Items
Gear and Accessories
Considering a New Snowmobile
Updating License and Permits
I'm All Set! I could ride tomorrow if snowed tonight...

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Neenah Gary posted in the group General Discussion

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Your First Time with Your First One…..(No Not That)
We’re Talking Your First Ride on your First Snowmobile.
Jump Over to the Forum ^^ to share your story!

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- Heckler56
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  Birchwood Wisconsin maybe about 1971? Parents let my brother and I rent a Homelite snowmobile by the cabin. So narrow and tippy I kept rolling over trying to ride the side of the road. Hooked for life!
- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  I guess it wasn’t the first ride experience that most people think of. I got my prized possession (a 68 Johnson Skee Horse) that I bought in pieces back together and I put it through its paces on the stubble of a combined oats field. It was probably 80 degrees at the time but it went pretty good on the slippery straw and if I closed my eyes I…Read More
- Jake7893
  1 month, 2 weeks ago
  
  1980 Yamaha Enticer. I don’t recall much about the sled, but the bellypan was a ONE-WAY sign that was riveted on due to the original rusting out or falling apart. I remember that being a pretty cool part of opening the hood.
  - Jake7893
    1 month, 2 weeks ago
    
    Then I upgraded to my Yamaha SnoScoot. Kick start. Everyone wanted to take a lap on that thing. Very fun sled as a kid.
Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

On the Kawasaki Project:
I did manage to get the skis finished a while back but just getting around to posting a photo. Kawasaki shocks are not to be found but with the help of a couple of shims, Arctic Cat shocks work nicely.

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Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sitting out on the deck tonight enjoying an incredible lake evening and wondering how far out in advance I can realistically plan projects. As you all know, I’m not exactly a picture of youth. I ask this question because my plan was to work the Drifter F/A next year and finish it in the winter of 27/28 and the latest acquisition is has raised…Read More

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- Hermie
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  If you still have the drive and you still have your health then why not do something you enjoy doing? Keeping moving and doing things is what keeps you going as you age. So are you going to give us any hints on this image?
  - Minnesota Kelly
    2 months, 2 weeks ago
    
    I agree with you on the moving thing. I live in an area where a significant percentage of the residents are older and I see so many people that aren’t aging well. I think this is at least partly due to not continuing to stay active. Sometimes moving may not always feel that great but in the long run, it’s good for you. Something else that I thi…Read More
    - Eagle1
      2 months, 2 weeks ago
      
      Ya my parents are getting close to 80 and have garden large enough to feed whole neighborhood. And still take care of pool and too. They only finally bought a riding mower this June!!! I swear I probably take more naps than they do!!🤪
      
      Eagle1
      2 months, 2 weeks ago
      
      …also there’s a few of us in/near Appleton that could help enable your addictio…I mean dream. 😁
      
      Minnesota Kelly
      2 months, 2 weeks ago
      
      Always appreciate offers to help with the “dream”. At first glance it seems to difficult to make happen but desparation may dictate otherwise.
      
      Minnesota Kelly
      2 months, 2 weeks ago
      
      Good for your parents!! People like that are my inspiration to keep at it.
- Neenah Gary
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  To paraphrase a song from Toby Keith, How old would you be if you didn’t know your birth date? And there’s your answer my friend.
  - Minnesota Kelly
    2 months, 2 weeks ago
    
    YES!
- euphoric1
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  Kelly I agree completely with the comments listed and think no matter what it is to keep doing what ones doing because there will come a day when one wont be able to anymore and I believe it plays a huge part on ones longevity. Its clear you have the passion, the drive and are a true master at you craft. It is also clear you truly enjoy what you…Read More
- Heckler56
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  There was a 90 year old member of my RV group. Former Vietnam pilot. He sold what he said is his last rv. This guy did circles around everyone modifying these Airstream vans. Bought one, made mods (beautiful woodworking skills), sold it 3 years later. He did this in his 70’s & 80’s. All of it by himself. But he bowed out when his vision began to…Read More
  - Heckler56
    2 months, 2 weeks ago
    
    Hit the enter button before I was done. He modified several vans over the 20 years. Kelly, you are that guy with snowmobiles. I am still looking for my unicorn (although shoulder surgery put a stop on everything this year). Thank you for being you…
- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  You guys pretty well nailed it with your comments and examples of people making the best of life in their later years. Jimmy Buffet wrote a song titled: “Growing Older but Not Up.” It’s words I’ve tried to live by.
  - Heckler56
    2 months, 2 weeks ago
    
    That is exactly what that RV gentilemen would say 😂
Minnesota Kelly posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ah, summer. Baseball, barbeques, and…..Snowmobiles (of course). It’s been said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. That’s what I’m going with on this one. Supposed to be a parts sled but thinking it may be too nice to tear it down, just for parts. Seems to happen a lot.

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- euphoric1
  2 months, 2 weeks ago
  
  Cant see the whole hood but looks to be in not too bad shape and looks like you picked up a few other nuggets that could be useful in future projects, one has to wonder what other barn finds are out there yet just waiting to see the light of day once again.
  - Minnesota Kelly
    2 months, 2 weeks ago
    
    The hood is actually very nice, much better than what I started with on the current project. The engine in the sled is seized (oil injection failure) but he threw in a good 440 and another Cat/Kawasaki 440 in case i wanted to rebuild it. I thinking barn finds will continue to be discovered for some time to come. There will always be someone that…Read More
    - Mezz
      2 months, 2 weeks ago
      
      You’re gonna need to build a Kaw Barn now!
Snowtrailsusa posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 3 weeks ago

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- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 3 weeks ago
  
  Loved the black Elan.
Neenah Gary posted in the group The Picture Page

• 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunset over Neenah, Wisconsin

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Eagle1 posted in the group Kelly’s ”Time Machine” Shop

• 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Curios if anybody’s been following the Wausau auctions?

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dbl-MkxiCgi/?igsh=MWs1Zm05YmU2ZjRrNg==

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- euphoric1
  2 months, 3 weeks ago
  
  one of my customers was one of the first to walk through and is wanting to make some purchases, he is a very avid Yamaha collector
- Minnesota Kelly
  2 months, 3 weeks ago
  
  Been picking up pieces of info now and then. Some crazy sleds and some crazy prices.
Eagle1 posted in the group The Picture Page

• 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Radtke barge hauling damaged boats from Menasha tornado.

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- Neenah Gary
  2 months, 3 weeks ago
  
  I know a lot of the seasonal docks were destroyed, hadn’t heard of the boats.
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