1978 Yamaha SRX 400

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

Build a stock liquid 440 oval racer

What motivated you to start your project?

Wanted a faster race sled for ice ovals, always liked the SRX looks and power

What was the most unique and creative thing you did to the sled?

76 SRX cylinders, heads, carbs, pipes, and Canadian decal kit.

What are you most proud of?

How well it runs and it looks fast sitting still.

What do other people say about your snowmobile?

That it’s a beautiful sled and what a nice looking SRX.

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Specifics

Classification: Wild
Make, Model & Year: 1978 Yamaha SRX 400
Fondly known as: The SRX
Time spent: 50
Snowmobile cost: 600$
Money spent: 3500
Engine: 1978 Yamaha SRX base with welded crank, 1976 SRX cylinders, heads, pipes, carbs. Approximately 92 hp.
Intake: Carbureted piston port
Exhaust: Stock 1976 SRX pipes
Drivetrain: Comet 102c primary, stock Yamaha Secondary.
Tunnel/Chassis Modifications: Right foot hold, left champ lube tank, wahl gas tank, 98 700sx modified seat.
Suspension: Shocks removed
Brakes: Stock mechanical brake
Finish – Paint: Black glossy hood with 1976 Canadian graphics.
Accessories: Lube system for track.

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