Not if you know where to look.
Snorunner.com
Guys name is Walt, and he has EVERYTHING you need. From a NOS unit still in the crate, to gaskets, decals, service manuals, new track, plastic covers, etc.
1) Look for a complete one.
2)Lots to look out for- many of them are missing the recoil units, you can get a new one from walt or you can try ebay. Most of the tracks are rusted stiff, or have busted paddles or both. You can also get that from Walt, but I buy my tracks from Recreational liesure (yes the makers of Lil Indian). Most of them still have old fuel and the carbs are all gummed up. Depending on how bad it is you can rebuild it for about 25 bucks or get a new one from Walt for around 70.
3)common problems are busted/missing recoil, worn track, broken plastic covers, seat gets worn by the pull cord, and the switches are cheap and notorious for braking. Plus the front ski wears out, as well as the rear track area. all of these parts are available, though some more than others. I myself use a Fox minibike multi switch for my controls, as it is waaay cheaper and you can control everything with one switch.
4)Price range? I guess it depends on condition. Last year I've seen no less than 4 of these brand new in the box go between $1100 and $1800. I usually see complete ones go from 300 and up. If it has the High performance muffler, those go for $350 by themselves, so use your best judgement. I have at least six and the most I have paid was $200, but none were complete.
By the way Greg they are not slow. They use a West Bend Power Bee 820, 134cc 2 stroke that is factory DE-tuned to 7 hp. With the hi po muffler, thinner head gasket and fiber reeds mine puts out over 11 hp, and I was able to get 42 mph (according to my gps anyway) and it felt like a hundred. It throws rooster tails when you hit the gas. In no way does it compare to a real snowmobile, but still a BLAST to drive.:thumbsup:
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