How do you adjust a snowmobile torsion spring?
To adjust rear torsion spring preload, rotate the three-position cam (1) using the engine spark plug tool. Adjustment is easiest when the cam is rotated from low to medium, and then to high. Rotating directly from low to high will require significantly more effort.
What factors must be considered when adjusting the suspension on your snowmobile?
Set them at a height so that you can steer and operate the controls comfortably, minimizing strain on your arms. Adjust the ski suspension and the front and rear of the track suspension to match your weight and riding style. Adjust the tilt of the headlight according to the load distribution on your machine.
How tight should limiter straps be?
Registered. If your sled pushes in the corner tighten the strap 1 hole. It transfers weight to the skis for a better bite. If your loose (feels like your taillight trying to pass you) loosen 1 hole.
What length carbides do I need?
Carbide Length also is a very important consideration. If you are a trail rider running 96 or fewer studs, we recommend you go with a 4.5-6” carbide. If you run more than 96 studs, we suggest going with an 8-9” carbide. If you are a mountain/powder rider, a shorter 4-6” carbide will suffice.
What does a limiter strap do?
Limiter straps are attached to the front arm and the front of the skid. Their purpose is to limit how far the center shock can extend, which in turn affects the weight transfer of the snowmobile suspension and the amount of ski pressure.
Do you need a limiter strap?
The short answer is YES! As their name implies – they “limit” the overextension of a part on your vehicle. Primarily the shocks or the drive shafts. Just like your shocks need a bump stop to protect them from being bottomed out, they also need a limit strap to prevent them from being topped out.
What does Side Hilling mean?
Currently, sidehilling is a controlled method of riding back and forth across slopes full of obstacles and traversing up and down steep mountainsides, all while maintaining control and typically being able to stop and go at will.