Bolens Diablo Rouge and Hus Ski Discussion Forums

Bruce Our sympathy goes out to you and your family with the passing of your father.We understand what you are going through. I want to thank you for the awesome banner!!! I have wanted one for a long time but never ordered one. I haven't had time to check the site for a few days, so it was a total s...

Hi Bruce
I've noticed the same thing. It seems like it just died off with the snow. Good to hear from you!! Think YELLOW!!!
Kevin

I think the reassembly problems that you are experiencing could possibly be caused by the sandblasting. Having done a fair bit of it , I have seen some nasty reconfigurations (some were even my handy work) This is caused by heat build up and/or the peening action of the sand striking the metal. The ...

I believe the belt you are looking for is a Gates Sportline 6013. It's available at NAPA Auto Parts for about $16 dollars and some change. This is the belt that was on my 444 when I bought it and it works fine! Good luck gearhead

Bruce
I'll check it out.Thanks for the info.
gearhead

Bruce-thanks to you also! Do you remember where that sticker was located? Was it under the cowling next to the gas tank?

gearhead

Thanks Barrie. That all I need to know to get it registered, but if you ever find out the serial # cut off between 1966 and 1967 it would be nice to know!
gearhead

How can I find out what year my 444 is? The VIN tag is not on the machine where Barrie said it should be. There is a picture of it in "Friends and their Diablos & Hus-Skis" I can get it registered w/out a VIN but I need to know what year it is. Thanks Gearhead

Wallis
Any update on the Hus-Ski fenders?

DD I would be interested in a fender pan for a 444. Keep us updated on the progress of these, when they would be available, actual costs and any other info you may have. Thanks!! Gearhead