Old Sears sled

[1970stingerracer12]

I finally found an old "Scorpion" before they were called that! It's the sled I learned to ride on in the mid 60's. I can't put it on the registry because of the Sears numbers. Does anyone know how I can do this? I'm guessing it's about a 1967 model. It has the JLO 292 engine. The Sears model number is 813 658000. S/n 2778. Here's a picture I just took of it. Thanks

[kerry]

Maybe you can put it in as a 67 but isnt there a comment part to the registry page?There was when I registered my wifes' 80 whip.I would put sold as a Sears model etc etc built by ...
Kerry

[1970stingerracer12]

Thanks Kerry...I'll try that!
Gary

[weverat]

Wow, very cool, have had it running yet.

Good to have some shit flying on this site again!

[1970stingerracer12]

The drive train seems ok, but I have the engine apart now. It was froze up from sitting so long. It doesn't look bad inside. I hope I can find parts for it!!

[kerry]

That looks pretty good and solid ! Have fun with your Sears er Trail A Sled er Scorpion !!
Kerry

[1970stingerracer12]

I've never done a complete tear down like this old timer is getting. I hope it turns out ok! I'm putting my 1971 Stinger suspension and track in it. Shoot...I may even put the 340 CCW in it also!

[weverat]

By the looks of that chain case, you could probably use a later style driven pulley too, that will make it run good.

The CCW is a good idea!

[1970stingerracer12]

You're probably right about changing the whole chain case and clutch.
How many can say they store their snowmobile on the shop wall??

[1970stingerracer12]

Here's how the 1971 Stinger clutch and steering fit in the old 67. Had to make my own gas tank.

[1970stingerracer12]

Put the first coat of paint on the top section.

[1970stingerracer12]

Who said you can't put a new style track in a 67 Trail-a-Sled?

[sledz]

Apr 7, 2020 16:27:04 GMT -5 1970stingerracer12 said:

Who said you can't put a new style track in a 67 Trail-a-Sled?Attachment Deleted

I sent you a private message

[1970stingerracer12]

The old Trail-a-sled is about to go outdoors for a run. The skis should be on by tomorrow.

[1970stingerracer12]

Skis are done.         Time to start on the cowl.

[sledz]

Looking gooood!!

[1970stingerracer12]

 I took the first ride today. It ran well. Now for the cowl paint! Here's a video of it running... 

[kerry]

Nice work, that sounds awesome!

[sledz]

Looks and sounds great Gary!!

[1970stingerracer12]

It has been a fun project. I took the cowl outside to paint, and of course a wind gust came through! I'll have to sand and paint it again.