Track tension

[k_smith]

Hey i was wondering what the correct tension should be for the track on a M8. thanks for the info kyle

 

[zaskar]

I may be wrong but I believe the AC manual says 2.5 inches midpoint on track with a 10 pound weight. I know some like to run 3+. It is really a preference.

Good Luck.

 

[zaskar]

I found a YouTube video on it

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSJNH8dZAPc

Actually you can call FunOutfitters any time and talk to a tech about Cats and it is free. Great resource.

 

[stealthv]

On mine I run about 1.5" sag with no weight/pulling down on the track. Anything more and it ratchets on hard hits.

If you want to do the weight thing, an easy way is to put a 10# barbell weight on the track between the rails.

 

[t660redrocket]

As loose as possible. I the track ratchets tighten it a little more.

 

[sabercat]

Page 64 in the manual----> 2-2.5 inches of sag with no weight

 

[mjkaliszak]

t660redrocket (2), it's less wear - n - tear on everything.

 

[stealthv]

Page 64 in the manual----> 2-2.5 inches of sag with no weight

Mine ratchets when getting airborne on uphill climbs with that much sag.

 

[tbear]

I agree with redrocket.

As loose as possible. I the track ratchets tighten it a little more.

If you set it too tight you run the risk of reducing bearing life.