General Archives - Shank's Argo https://www.shanksargo.com/category/general/ Your Certified Ultimate Argo Dealer Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:10:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.5 https://www.shanksargo.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cropped-shanksargo_favicon-32x32.png General Archives - Shank's Argo https://www.shanksargo.com/category/general/ 32 32 Installing a Bilge Pump in Your Argo https://www.shanksargo.com/installing-a-bilge-pump-in-your-argo/ https://www.shanksargo.com/installing-a-bilge-pump-in-your-argo/#respond Fri, 21 Aug 2020 13:07:43 +0000 https://www.shanksargo.com/?p=2723 While a bailing bucket works fine for minor splashes when you take your Argo into the water, a bilge pump makes it easier to keep the inside of your XTV dry for long-distance water travel. Fortunately, if your vehicle didn’t come with one pre-installed, installation is relatively straight forward. Here’s what you need to know […]

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]]> https://www.shanksargo.com/the-argo-ambassador-program-and-online-dealer-services-argo-sales-and-support-during-the-pandemic/feed/ 0 Operating Your Argo in Swamps and Marshes https://www.shanksargo.com/operating-your-argo-in-swamps-and-marshes/ https://www.shanksargo.com/operating-your-argo-in-swamps-and-marshes/#respond Fri, 07 Aug 2020 16:10:28 +0000 https://www.shanksargo.com/?p=2718 Swamps and marshes offer some of the most challenging terrain for any vehicle. Low water levels make them almost impenetrable to boats, while soft mud swallows off-road vehicles. However, with a little planning and the right equipment, you should have no problem conquering these areas in your Argo. This gives you more space to explore, […]

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]]> https://www.shanksargo.com/operating-your-argo-in-swamps-and-marshes/feed/ 0 Using an Argo as a Support Vehicle https://www.shanksargo.com/using-an-argo-as-a-support-vehicle/ https://www.shanksargo.com/using-an-argo-as-a-support-vehicle/#respond Fri, 31 Jul 2020 11:14:11 +0000 https://www.shanksargo.com/?p=2715 Are you finding that trucks and side-by-sides don’t have the capabilities to support your event or adventure touring business? Maybe it’s time to upgrade to an Argo. These amphibious ATVs have all the space and towing capacity of the largest UTVs, but they’re also able to handle terrain and water that will stop lesser vehicles. […]

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]]> https://www.shanksargo.com/beat-the-heat-this-summer-in-your-argo/feed/ 0 Trail Riding Close to Home – Tips for Weekend Trips https://www.shanksargo.com/trail-riding-close-to-home-tips-for-weekend-trips/ https://www.shanksargo.com/trail-riding-close-to-home-tips-for-weekend-trips/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2020 13:58:30 +0000 https://www.shanksargo.com/?p=2709 While most of us would like to get in our Argos and skip the daily grind for weeks of outdoor adventuring, we’re usually limited to the occasional short trip most of the year. Even if you only plan a day or two in the outdoors, there are plenty of things that can go south on […]

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]]> https://www.shanksargo.com/maintaining-your-argos-transmission/feed/ 0 Winch Maintenance and Rope Replacement https://www.shanksargo.com/winch-maintenance-and-rope-replacement/ https://www.shanksargo.com/winch-maintenance-and-rope-replacement/#respond Fri, 19 Jun 2020 13:21:26 +0000 https://www.shanksargo.com/?p=2697 Argo’s XTVs are some of the most capable off-road vehicles on the planet, but even they can get stuck sometimes. That’s why most models come equipped with a Warn winch. Rated for at least 3,500 lbs, these winches can move a fully-loaded amphibious ATV, and help you rescue other vehicles on the trail or at […]

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