Hi lifter Ranger

pistoncontracting · Feb 8, 2017

High lifter Ranger

So, aside from the obvious add ons, are these things worth it for the extra dough??

Probly not going to be used mostly for bogging, (but there is going to be some mud on the tires) but the doors, winch and tires/wheels, and snorkels seem like money well spent.

Do the factory snorkels ACTUALLY function, like do guys trust them??

If there's already a thread, point me in the direction, thanks.

imdoo'n · Feb 8, 2017

I can't attest to the highlifter edition, but it has a stronger transmission, good power, lots of aftermarket accessories, all the additions are a good call as stock air intake is rather low if you get into any water. More mud oriented edition, SxS. Hold hand over end of snorkel, it is working if it dies out, i home built mine and have had water within a couple inches of snorkel topi crapped but it pulled out!

I like riding my stock base ranger, as it fits more for what i need. Test ride is best!

rzrgade · Feb 8, 2017

The factory snorkels will work , but I would test first for loose or improperly installed fittings clamps hoses etc...
There is no way to test your cover & belt intake or exhaust snorkels by putting your hand over or stopping air flow .
You can test them with water properly though . To be 100% sure if desired .

The Rangers are extremely easy to work on and snorkel , for that matter anyways .
Watch the reverse chains on the none highlifter models .. Not good when they blow the guts out of your transmission !

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pistoncontracting · Feb 8, 2017

rzrgade said:
Watch the reverse chains on the none highlifter models .. Not good when they blow the guts out of your transmission

I wasn't sure to believe the salesman or not, but it sounds like there is a few differences that might be worth while. A stronger revers would be good.

Do you know if the gears a lower, or if just the hi range is lower in the tranny in order for them to achieve there lower ratio ??

imdoo'n · Feb 8, 2017

gearing is lower in trans.

Vance Matheson · Feb 8, 2017

And i think they are 4500$ cheaper than msrp right now.

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rzrgade · Feb 8, 2017

pistoncontracting said:
I wasn't sure to believe the salesman or not, but it sounds like there is a few differences that might be worth while. A stronger revers would be good.

Do you know if the gears a lower, or if just the hi range is lower in the tranny in order for them to achieve there lower ratio ??

Low range is about 28% lower I believe .
And hi range is the same ...

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arff · Feb 8, 2017

The Ranger XP 900 EPS High Lifter utilizes Polaris’ tried and true automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT). Built with a 15.9% lower gear ratio than the standard Ranger XP 900, the High Lifter Edition has the ability to churn the aggressive 28" High Lifter Outlaw 2 tires in even the most challenging conditions. Transferring power from the CVT to the ground is handled by the Pro-Lock On-Demand All-Wheel Drive system. Utilizing the same principals of Polaris' infamous On-Demand All-Wheel Drive system, the Pro-Lock essentially locks power to all four wheels more quickly when it senses slippage as the slop gets deep. No open rear differential Turf-Mode option is available on the High Lifter model, so if you plan to impress your neighbors with your fancy lawn, you better keep this bad boy off of it!

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RZR101 · Feb 8, 2017

nice copy paste bud.

pistoncontracting · Feb 9, 2017

I read that part to, but wasn't sure it meant the transmission was built like that, or the axle gears were.

Vance Matheson · Feb 9, 2017

Re: High lifter Ranger

You might be better off getting a left over xp. Then adding what you want as you go.

The stock air intake is at your waist. But the clutch exhaust is just above the engine.

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pistoncontracting · Feb 9, 2017

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Vance Matheson said:
You might be better off getting a left over xp. Then adding what you want as you go.

Thought of that too, just having a hard time finding one with EPS that's closer then 5 hours away.

arff · Feb 9, 2017

RZR101 said:
nice copy paste bud.

Thanks Muffin

Val Senio
Royal LePage
780-405-9359

imdoo'n · Feb 9, 2017

Re: High lifter Ranger

Vance Matheson said:
You might be better off getting a left over xp. Then adding what you want as you go.

The stock air intake is at your waist. But the clutch exhaust is just above the engine.

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not sure if you will get the transmission upgrades, which is where the value would be. the trans upgrades and a 25% +/- gear reduction is available off the Polaris parts counter. turf mode delete, high lifter chain, reduction gears and i would replace cheap Chinese bearings with better USA made and way way cheaper.

the two top bearings on mine failed = lack of lubrication. a full 2L of polaris trans fluid now resides in my trans.

Vance Matheson · Feb 9, 2017

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Agreed, but he said hes not a mud bogger. So no real need for the highlifter package

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rzrgade · Feb 9, 2017

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The arched a arms are a plus & big $$
Winch is cheaper to add later ...
Heavy reverse chain is a must ...IMO
Some break / some don't ..
If it's yours that does , it sucks !
Snorkels are cheap & you can put better stealth ones in behind the seats .
Tires are strictly mud on HL edition / so a preference thing . Granted the HL stock tires would be easier to sell & replace with your choice ..
The rest is just bling ...

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Vance Matheson · Feb 9, 2017

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Whats the deal with the reverse chain. How big off a deal is this?. And can you rebuild it with the highlifter chain if it fails. Under normal wear and tear is it a issue?. Or is it breaking by being abused?.

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rzrgade · Feb 9, 2017

I have seen them break easily , but mostly abuse or rider error ( towing , hopping etc) ... But if it goes it's a 4to 5 k bill ...!
Yes you can rebuild or put in a better aftermarket HD one . It usually busts the cases & grenades everything inside a bit .
Normal riding I think you are fine , big tires and a heavy foot ... Well it's a matter of time , I would think .
Tough to predict .

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pistoncontracting · Feb 9, 2017

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Vance Matheson said:
Agreed, but he said hes not a mud bogger. So no real need for the highlifter package

The trouble is, the two used 900 rangers I've inquired about, the sellers didn't seem real keen on selling. And since they are 5 hours away, I wanted some decent pictures.

So, if I have to buy a new 900 xp, by the time I put everything on it- I'll be pretty close to the same money spent on a '16 Highlifter, that already has some of the list installed. And if the reverse is slightly stronger, and the gearing is slightly better- I figure why not.

rzrgade · Feb 9, 2017

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Valid points....

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