ArcticHD8XTCab

Break in is 1000km. As far as running tracks, I run the LT360s but on much harder snow then what you would be using and most of the time run at 4500-4700rpm and 20-25km/h Its not fast with the tracks, but it is very torqy. I run in 4wd with rear dif lock. I wouldn't run in 2wd simply because the front tracks could start plowing/dragging depending on weight distribution over terrarin. You want them moving. Is the defender the right machine for high altitude, not sure. The turbo mavericks seems to be popular in the powder/high alt environments because they have the power and lower weight for floatation. I have seen turbo kits available for the defender that may help with the elevation issue to run better, but not sure it would give you the top end your looking for to get better flotation.

So I took this into our BRP guys here and apparently is the PPS sensor. At first I thought this was a throttle body sensor, but apparently its actually part of the gas pedal assembly. Supposedly its to prevent people from flooding the engine? Anway what I am told is the sensor has failed and is starving the machine of fuel not allowing it to start. So I am just waiting for this to come in now...... Frustrating from an otherwise great machine. For some reasons this has not been an issue on the 2019 HD8 XT Cab so I wonder if something changed or if this is a new sensor. But they said they have had a few of these in Defenders and Commanders not starting due to this.

I posted about the locking doors when they first unvield the new Limiteds in 2022 1/2 . I was lucky enough to get the earlier part of the year and still go the old style doors.

They are all the same for the tracks front and rear 1 inner and 1 outer for each track assembly 6011-2RS and 6010-2RS.

They are all the same for the tracks front and rear 1 inner and 1 outer for each track assembly 6011-2RS and 6010-2RS.

I have since done the other track bearings and did find the front right track had some play the left side not so much. The wear on them was not even by any means. That said I find the only way to really tell is have someone ride infront of you and if you see the track jitter left to right at all, that's a sure sign the track main bearings need to be replaced.

Unfortunately I never did. Ended up with a Pro Limited instead as I could never confirm on the 6x6. Would be nice for Can-am to offer something for the 6x6

I have 2 defenders. a 2019 HD8 XT Cab and a 2022 HD10 Pro LTD. However the 2022 Pro LTD does not seem to like the cold compared to the old HD8. 2019 HD8 XT Cab (on tracks) Odyssey Battery PC1200 0W40 Winter Can-am Oil Start no problem -30C to -40C 2022 HD10 Pro LTD (on tires) Odyssey Battery PC1200 0W40 Winter Can-am Oil Silicone pad oil heater -35C to -40C hard time starting I unfortunately do not have a garage, but leave the 2022 plugged in to a trickle charger and the pad heater overnight. Not sure if I am missing something or if others are trying other things. I have had my HD8 cold soak in -40C for days and still fire up. The only thing that comes to mind is the bigger engine needing more cranking power or the AC compressor causes a hard time cold starting? Any feedback or suggestions would be great. Thanks!

A few things I keep in my machine when running tracks: Rubber mallet 24"pinch bar These are for breaking ice build up around the tracks and CV boots Folding Shovel Breaker Bar Spare Tire Small Toboggan If your tracks come off or break you can put the assembly on top of the toboggan. 200 piece stanley tools kit make sure you have torq drives & metric in whatever kit you bring. 2 x 30ft tow strap Jerry Can of Gas Tarp Coolant Off road jack or bottle jack with lots of 4x4 blocks Coleman Single Burner Dual Fuel Knife/Leatherman GPS with InReach w/charger Phone Charger

I dont think the Apache 360LTs have changed since from the ones I have seen around here. So I belive it would be the same bearings. As far as the seal number on the tracks that did not fail I reused the seal. On the one that did fail, I had to buy the kit from Can-am. Not sure if there is a part number for the seal itself.

If you a referring to this seal on the far right of the photo. I don't know the number. Can-am had it in the bearing kit. When I had a complete failure I had to replace it, however the other track I replaced the bearings I reused that back seal and the oring that was under the "Apache 360" cover. Hope this helps.

Was looking around and could not find much for a bed cover or topper that would fit the Defender Pro Limited. I had seen a gentleman on Instagram @defenders.of.the.north built one. It seemed to be of aluminum which I do not have a welder for so I came up with a bolt together solutions that is still lightweight. I got some lengths of slotted steel shipped up north. It weighed in for air freight at 39lbs. I wanted something that could be removed when needed, so I used 4 Linq connectors that I bolted into the slotted steel. Now I am just waiting to get a canvas top to put on. The plan is to have a window thru the rear back panel, and zippers on each side of the tailgate with possibly buttons or velcro to hold it to the tailgate.

I posted about this here. Take a look. https://www.defenderssv.com/forums/topic/1300-2020-defender-limited-window-switches/?do=findComment&comment=8023

So I just did this again on my friends machine and figured I would post some photos on how to clean. I use a battery terminal cleaning tool that has a wire brush on one side and emery board on the other. Lightly spray on the Nu-Trol control cleaner let it sit for a bit first. You need to clean both the switch and the base. Both get full of carbon I assume from cheap material but also the dust. Hope this helps. Takes about 10min and usually is good for the season/

As much as I would like to complain about some of the issues, I remind myself that this model isn't a car or truck. It was originally a no cab model. I had a bit of water in the cab around the door on my 2022 LTD and 2020 HD8 XT Cab. I simply re adjusted the doors as the gaps seemed off. I don't know if this is a can-am issue or is it a dealer PDI issue? But honestly for what this machine can do even at 40k+ Canadian I am super happy with it.