{"product_id":"spi-flex-drive-starter-shaft-for-arctic-cat-2001-2005-replaces-oem-0745-169","title":"SPI Flex Drive Starter Shaft for Arctic Cat 2001-2005 Replaces OEM # 0745-169","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlex Drive Starter Shaft for Arctic Cat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis SPI flex drive starter shaft is designed for Arctic Cat snowmobiles from 2001 to 2005 and replaces OEM number 0745-169, providing a robust replacement for the starter drive shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis SPI flex drive starter shaft is a direct replacement for Arctic Cat snowmobiles built between 2001 and 2005, matching OEM part 0745-169. It transfers rotational force from the starter to the engine, enabling reliable starting. Snowmobile owners with a worn flex drive starter shaft can restore starting function with this aftermarket component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces OEM part 0745-169 precisely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible shaft design absorbs starter shock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from durable steel to withstand torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-in installation, no modifications needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes necessary hardware for mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed when the starter shaft fails to engage or spins freely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon repair for snowmobiles with starter slippage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for reliable cold-weather starting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation requires basic mechanical skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex Drive Starter Shaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0745-169\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArctic Cat Snowmobiles (2001-2005)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this shaft come pre-lubricated? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is dry; apply a light grease to the splines before installation as recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can this shaft be used on other brands? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is specifically designed for Arctic Cat models; other brands may require different lengths or spline counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888388763734,"sku":"SZ1F08729","price":76.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/1_2e621fdf-55b4-454e-be75-edb68fae1821.jpg?v=1781092151","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/spi-flex-drive-starter-shaft-for-arctic-cat-2001-2005-replaces-oem-0745-169","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}