Viper 1.5" Track / Stud Question

[Fleabags]

I just purchased a used 1.5" Camo track. It has 96 studs down the center these studs are huge like 1.75" long.

I ride off-trail whenever possible. However, in Michigan, you can't always rely on great conditions so various trail conditions are to be expected.

Question:

Should I remove the studs and tunnel protectors and install with stock drivers/gearing
OR
Should I remove the studs and tunnel protectors and change the stock gearing
OR
Should I leave the studs and change out the drivers and gearing? Is this even possible?
If so, what drivers and gearing will accomodate this?

Thanks in Advance.

 

[n2oiroc]

there is no way to run a studded 1.5" on that chassis. options are:

remove studs and run 1.5" track.
sell 1.5" track and get a studded 1.25" track.
get a sled that will fit a 1.5" track under it.

if you can live without studs, remove them along with the tunnel and heat exchanger protectors, gear it down a little and enjoy.

the best bet if you had money to blow would be a studded 144" x 1.25" with tipped rail extensions from tracks usa.

 

[..SNAKEBIT..]

I think he could switch to 8 tooth drivers?
I have a 1-1/2"(no studs) with the stock drivers
heard of guys running 1-3/4" (no studs)