Rip saw track Lug size....?

[Yamidude59]

I have a buddy who has a 1999 yamaha srx and his track needs to get replaced this year soon, was curious if a 1.25 rip saw with studs would work on this sled without hitting the heat exchanger up front??? do the studs need to be a little shorter then the lugs?

Hes considering either the 1.25 or the 1.00 lug track, need some ideas soon..

Thanks alot

 

[NYsledneck]

A 1.25 track will rub on the front protectors. Either need to clip the track or let it wear in. There has been many discussions on everyone`s opinion on the matter so if you do a search you should get plenty of reading...lol

 

[BigBizz]

If u plan on running picks i would go with the 1.0 but thats only my opinion

 

[sxr-x]

I would run a 1" hacksaw with 1.175 studs.

 

[richierich]

If he doesnt want to replace drivers and still have studs.I would choose the new ice ripper xt.They have 256 premolded sharp carbide studs in it.But with a alum.case so only 1lb more then a regular track.Any questions let me know.Thanks

 

[nailsandrails]

Ran the hacksaw last year with 192 studs. Very good hook up on hard pack. My dad's SRX ran the 9818 (1.25 six pitch) with 168 studs and I felt he hooked better in the semi-hard packed snow. After 1500 miles no marks on the front heat exchanger. I actually switched tracks with him this year since he will be selling his SRX. (Went to Apex)

FYI - the hacksaw will also rub the front protectors.

 

[Yamidude59]

ok guys thanks for the info, hes going to go with 1 inch ripsaw with 1 inch studs or just over...

 

[xsivhp]

I like the light weight and added traction of my ice ripper xt.