Differences in argo models

[liveclean]

As you guys know I have been looking at argos. The one that I have been considering buying is a 2003 Response. Can you guys clarify any differences in the models, the argo website didnt help with this one bit! What is the best performance situation for a response model?

[xrover]

Response

The Response came out as an entry level 8 wheeler, so it lacks a few thing it's big brother the Conquest had.
- 18hp air cooled versus 20hp liquid cooled
- no bearing extensions versus front and rear bearing extensions
- no bottom skid plate

If you plan to run with tracks or haul big payloads (1000lbs) then you would be taxing the Response pretty hard.

[Roger S]

The only option I can think of, looking at a used response would be the transmission ratio. There's a 2 letter code stamped on the top of it you can see with the hood open.

The taller frontier tire would be a good upgrade, but might be too tall to wrap tracks around. I like the lightweight briggs in the already front heavy argo. You can add rear axle extensions. I ordered my response from the factory with skid plate and rear extensions.

The new 8 wheeler based on the frontier will be the used machine to buy in a few years. 23 hp briggs, taller frontier tires and all the rest of the frontier features.

[liveclean]

Tranny Info

What kind of ratio would I look for in the tranny. I can call the guy and ask him what it is.

Also what is the difference with the bearing extensions??

With the air cooled motor, is it easy to over heat it?

Thanks guys your info helps me alot!

[Roger S]

The trans ratio likely is an M, a G is lower. Without a specific intended use it's not a concern right now.

Axle bearing extension housings move the outer axle bearing further out; reduces brg load with tracks, esp with wheel spacers and wide tracks. Those aluminum housings you see on the front axles of the response can be added to the rear if needed. Or maybe the Avenger style extensions will work. I know one guy who used them on the 4 middle axles, sort of overkill.

The Briggs cools ok, some people take the hood off in hot summer.

[liveclean]

THANKS

I appreciate the info. I think the tranny is a G? The letters at the end of the number are gu. Let me know, I would honest like a higher geared unit as I like my speed!

[Roger S]

Yes it's a G/GU. When I test drove my response, I didn't like how slow it was (G). The Distributor for my area ordered the G in all responses, just to ensure aduquate power. Esp for me with intentions of running tracks at high altitude.. with an MU ratio, I might have to run low range.

[Silverbullet75]

Regarding Briggs heating.... I'm in the middle of the desert with my Frontier 23hp, and had no problem with heat from the motor in 110 degree August summer.

[Robio_8x8]

I hope that is in Fahrenheit

Regarding Briggs heating.... I'm in the middle of the desert with my Frontier 23hp, and had no problem with heat from the motor in 110 degree August summer.

and not in celsius You blood would literally boil

Thats only 43 C in my lingo

I herd a guy in Alaska with that same motor working it at under -40 degrees so that motor has an amazing range.

at -40 Fahrenheit and Celsius is the same