Arctic Cat 1978 Panther User Manual

Procedure for breaking in new or overhauled 1978 Arctic Cat snowmobile engines.

Guidelines and recommendations for mixing fuel and oil for Arctic Cat Spirit engines.

Importance of using genuine Arctic Cat replacement parts for quality and fit.

Recommended procedure for preparing snowmobiles for summer storage to prevent damage.

Physical dimensions and weight specifications for various 1978 Arctic Cat models.

Detailed engine specifications including bore, stroke, displacement, and clearances.

Specifications for drive clutch, driven pulley, drive belt, and chain/sprockets.

Carburetor settings, fuel pump, and recommended fuel/oil mix for 1978 models.

Specifications for ignition type, timing, spark plugs, coils, and condensers.

Torque values for critical engine fasteners like cylinder head, crankcase, and flywheel.

Diagrams illustrating the correct sequence for tightening engine fasteners.

A checklist of tasks required before delivering the snowmobile.

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing snowmobiles from their shipping crates.

Procedure for installing the skid frame onto the snowmobile chassis.

Instructions for installing eyebolts, likely for tie-down points.

Detailed steps for attaching the skis to the snowmobile.

Instructions for installing the rear bumper specifically on Pantera models.

Steps for mounting the windshield and trim onto the snowmobile hood.

Instructions for installing the front bumper on Pantera models.

Procedures for final checks, cleaning, and customer instructions before delivery.

Overview of engine types used in 1978 Arctic Cat snowmobiles and their groupings.

Step-by-step guide to removing the engine from Lynx snowmobile models.

Step-by-step guide to removing the engine from Jag snowmobile models.

Step-by-step guide to removing the engine from Panther and Cheetah models.

Step-by-step guide to removing the engine from Pantera snowmobile models.

Detailed instructions for disassembling the engine, starting with AB25F1/F2 model.

Specific disassembly steps for AA28F2/F3 and AA34F3 engine models.

Specific disassembly steps for AC44A3, AB50A3, and AE50A2 engine models.

Information on rebuilding the Spirit engine crankshaft, emphasizing professional service.

Procedures and tools for removing crankshaft bearings.

Steps for disassembling the crankcase for AC44A3 and AB50A3 engine models.

Steps for disassembling the crankcase for AC50F2 and AE50A2 engine models.

Procedures for cleaning and inspecting the cylinder head for wear and damage.

Procedures for cleaning and inspecting the cylinder for wear, scoring, or corrosion.

Procedures for examining the piston for carbon buildup and wear.

Steps to inspect crankcase halves for scoring, pitting, or damage to sealing surfaces.

Instructions for cleaning and inspecting the crankshaft and its bearings.

Importance of special instruments and their proper care for measuring critical parts.

Procedures for measuring cylinder bore diameter and checking for wear.

Method for measuring piston skirt-to-cylinder clearance.

Procedure for measuring the end gap of piston rings.

How to measure the piston pin diameter and check specifications.

Method for measuring the small end diameter of the connecting rod.

Procedure to measure the piston pin bore diameter.

Method for checking crankshaft runout using a dial indicator.

Procedure to measure the radial play of the connecting rod's big end.

Method for checking crankshaft end play and shim adjustment.

General procedures and guidelines for assembling the engine components.

Detailed steps for installing crankshaft bearings, noting differences between models.

Steps for assembling the crankcase for AC50F2 and AE50A2 engine models.

Steps for assembling the crankcase for AC44A3 and AB50A3 engine models.

Procedure for installing pistons into the cylinders for specific engine models.