I ran my old Mountain Max like that for what I can only assume was years before I noticed it. The drive shaft had started to cut through the tunnel already.
I hit a tree on the trail down from Lucille the other day and twisted mine (springs are almost touching the a-arms). Is it worth trying to straighten and re-enforce? Will a new one from an '09 or newer fit? Also bent the 2 left A-arms, but I think I'm going to upgrade to t-sled.
I swamped my grizzly over the weekend as well. I got 4 oil changes so far and its still foamy. Engine code 15 came up after letting it idle. Not sure what that is yet.
Smoked a rock with a nytro mtx. Twisted a rail, bent a few other pieces in the skid, bent the tunnel. Picked up a complete skid from the classifieds on this site, straightened the tunnel, and was back riding within a week.
I am relatively inexperienced when it comes to mountain riding. I've always thought there was no danger if you used common sense while riding. It's a real eye opener to see such an educated and experienced rider taken from our community. My heart goes out to all who knew and loved him.
I went through a lawyer. Cost about $1000.00. If I were to do it again I'd probably try a do it yourself kit, but the first time I'm glad I got a lawyer to do it. Especially if your going to be doing any out of province work. You may need to be extra-provincially registered.