Jiger ?

[robeye]

Is there any Jiger experts out there.. I'm looking at one. The chains sure look small.. like bicycle size ? It's in running condition.. 1968 so it the hydro trans one.. still yellow.

[amphibious drew]

You may be hard pressed to find a jiger experts out there. Hopefully you can find someone who may have owned one, but probably not someone who has had multiple of them.

[jpswift1]

If it has a hydrostatic drive, small chains, and it's yellow in color, then odds are it's a later model Versatrek Jiger.

This link will tell you all you need to know about it:

History - Versatrek Jiger

It's a cool piece of AATV history, so if the price is right, pick it up!

[Nick O.]

You may be hard pressed to find a jiger experts out there. Hopefully you can find someone who may have owned one, but probably not someone who has had multiple of them.

Whatcha tryin to say, Drew?

[Noel Woods]

25 years ago many of the top motorcycles used #40 chain. If its good enough for a superbike, it should be ok for a Jiger.

[robeye]

Thanks... I've read the history article. And yes this is a versatrek one. And it's complete and running.. But it's had a few mods. Adapted to four bolt 8" trailer rims.. that's good.. the old t-handle control is replaced with a double handle and a twist throttle and moved over to the left a bit.. No cracks or damage to the body.. Missing the seat and the headlight... And the price is right.. So I'm going to buy it. I just wanted to learn more about the strange drive. The motor drives the twin hydro units and a fan /cooling coil. and from the fan another belt drives what looks like a pump ? The hyrdostatic units that I'm familiar with are pumps.. and have variable speed in both directions. So why the throttle ? and why the pump ?

[Matt O.]

Thanks... I've read the history article. And yes this is a versatrek one. And it's complete and running.. But it's had a few mods. Adapted to four bolt 8" trailer rims.. that's good.. the old t-handle control is replaced with a double handle and a twist throttle and moved over to the left a bit.. No cracks or damage to the body.. Missing the seat and the headlight... And the price is right.. So I'm going to buy it. I just wanted to learn more about the strange drive. The motor drives the twin hydro units and a fan /cooling coil. and from the fan another belt drives what looks like a pump ? The hyrdostatic units that I'm familiar with are pumps.. and have variable speed in both directions. So why the throttle ? and why the pump ?

Hi Robeye,
I have a complete running Versatrek Jigger. If you need any information let me know. Welcome to the Jiger club!

Matt

[robeye]

Hi Matt.. How's the Bazoo ? I will need a source for tires.. 20/21 x 11 - 8".. And where would I find new rubber for the Terra Jet. those are Quad size 12 "

[ARGOJIM]

Thanks... I've read the history article. And yes this is a versatrek one. And it's complete and running.. But it's had a few mods. Adapted to four bolt 8" trailer rims.. that's good.. the old t-handle control is replaced with a double handle and a twist throttle and moved over to the left a bit.. No cracks or damage to the body.. Missing the seat and the headlight... And the price is right.. So I'm going to buy it. I just wanted to learn more about the strange drive. The motor drives the twin hydro units and a fan /cooling coil. and from the fan another belt drives what looks like a pump ? The hyrdostatic units that I'm familiar with are pumps.. and have variable speed in both directions. So why the throttle ? and why the pump ?

Sounds as if the pumps are like wheel motors, such as on zero turns, and need a supply to feed them, unlike a garden tractor that has both built in. larger farm tractors have hydros built into the rear axles though a pump still drives them.
Also seems similar to what Matt has.

[robeye]

No they are not just hydro motors.. then they would have in & out lines. I will figure it out.. The pump has a reservoir as well.. I'm thinking that its just for the cooling..

[robeye]

Oh boy.. some good intentioned people want to improve stuff.. but mess it up a bit.. The T handle has been replaced with two argo style levers, but there is no centering springs.. so you have to hold the levers in the neutral position to start the motor. Hmm. I was able to take a short drive before I sheared off a very small bolt on the linkage to the right side hydro unit. Not a good start for my little yellow friend. The motor does run good.. but noisy like a 2 cycle dirt bike. Can't talk to anyone near you.. Over all the body is in very good shape.. and not missing any of the pieces. The wheels have been adapted to 5 bolt 8" trailer rims.. that's good. It's more of a project then I was hoping.. but I'm a fussy guy.. and most stuff I get is..
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[Maki Man]

Yes, another Robeye build!!!

[jpswift1]

Yep, that's a Versatrek Jiger......and a nice looking one too. Good to hear you were able to provide it a good new home. Looking forward to seeing the progress on getting put back to its former glory.

[robeye]

Not to sure about former glory.. It's already been messed with.. and I like those new lever's with a very nice twist grip throttle.. This little guy has been passed around town a bit.. with some frustrated owners selling it soon after realizing it's not trail ready.. I heard that the two Hydro units were rebuilt.. If that's the case then I should get the rest in order and it's all good. I was concerned that we have 47 year old hydro units. Things do wear out.. no time currently to look into these things.. I have a 1/2 finished Terra Jet in the shop.