Tucker Sno-Cat new delivery checks

Upon receipt of your new Tucker Sno-Cat take time to look for any fluid leaks cause by possible loose fittings or filters. The new machine is put through a 3 mile test while in final production to check systems including loose fittings and filters. The production area is 65 degrees and the machine is of course warm after its test. The machine is again checked while being loaded on to the transport truck, but if it is being delivered to a location with sub zero temperatures it is possible for fittings and filters to loosen because of contraction and expansion, so please take the time to check.

Tucker Sno-Cat preseason fuel tips (continued)

Tucker Sno-Cat started using Cummins electronic diesel engines in 2003. Since that date Cummins has required us to run an additional fuel filter containing a special additive to lubricate the fuel pump. As it turns out winter blends of fuel are dry and can starve the fuel pump from lubricity normally found in straight #2 diesel. The FleetGuard filters used on the Tucker Sno-Cats need to be changed per instructions in the manual.

Tucker Sno-Cat preseason fuel tips

Remember to check the fuel on your Tucker Sno-Cat before the weather turns really cold and freezes any water that may be in your diesel or gasoline systems. The older systems may require you to change filter(s) and the new systems, all diesel, are equipped with water drains on the bottom of the filters.

Tucker Sno-Cat goes to the bog

While the Tucker Sno-Cat is designed to run in the snow, they will also work in other enviroments requiring flotation, except all-water, over 4' deep, (use boat here) and of course all-air (use airplane here). As the attached photo shows it does well in a Canadian peat bog. Driving in the bog is an odd feeling because you are making your way across a floating mat, taking care not to tear it. The mat sinks as you go over it and raises back up behind you.

Tucker Sno-Cat early grooming tips

After the first snow covers the trail and it is time to bring out the Tucker Sno-Cat be aware of hidden objects under the snow. These objects can damage the Sno-Cat and possibly the operator if they stop forward progress quickly. Be looking for bumps and dips in the snow as they may be covering objects.

Tucker Sno-Cat service

Service on a Tucker Sno-Cat is not complicated and can be explained in one of our service schools, usually held in the fall.

Tucker Sno-Cat engines

Tucker Sno-Cat Corporation fits their over-snow vehicles with Cummins diesel engines.