averagesleder
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I've read the threads on setting up the pro-action, and watched the video, and I'm still stumped when it comes to mine.
My sled is and '03 sxviper. It has the stock camoplast predator track with 144 single studs up the middle. It has dual runner carbides on the skies.
The problem I'm having is that in the corners the sled seems loose in the rear. The steering is fine not too light or heavy, the rear end feels like it doesn't want to stick in corners. I think one of my problems could be that I'm too light for the way the suspension is set now. I'm only 150lbs so when I sit on the sled, the suspension barley compresses. I did check the length of the transfer rods and they are both equal, with and without myself on the seat.
Where do I start to make adjustments?
Thanks Matt
My sled is and '03 sxviper. It has the stock camoplast predator track with 144 single studs up the middle. It has dual runner carbides on the skies.
The problem I'm having is that in the corners the sled seems loose in the rear. The steering is fine not too light or heavy, the rear end feels like it doesn't want to stick in corners. I think one of my problems could be that I'm too light for the way the suspension is set now. I'm only 150lbs so when I sit on the sled, the suspension barley compresses. I did check the length of the transfer rods and they are both equal, with and without myself on the seat.
Where do I start to make adjustments?
Thanks Matt
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start by putting the fra in its softest setting (all the way up)
bADa$$ SRX
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transfer rods should be halfway compressed when your sitting on it, adjust your rear shock preload to fix this
averagesleder
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The FRA is all the way up, in the softest setting. So for adjusting the preload on the rear shock, I have to turn down the lock nuts which will take load off the spring?
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also check your track tension
If you loosen the preload on the large shock too much there will be less force on the track to the snow. Therefore instead of biting in, it will get tucked up in the tunnel and spin.
Also, I would start by setting you limiter straps to the stock setting, AND setting the transfer rods at a nuetral position. Ideally when you sit on it they move half way.
A lot of guys will tuck the rear end up with the transfer rods to make the skis lift. This looks cool but creates the effect of being very loose in the turns since there is very little contact with the ground as the rear is actually off the snow. Check it on a cement floor.
If you want more traction you need to get MORE track contact with the ground bottom line.
Hope this helps....
Also, I would start by setting you limiter straps to the stock setting, AND setting the transfer rods at a nuetral position. Ideally when you sit on it they move half way.
A lot of guys will tuck the rear end up with the transfer rods to make the skis lift. This looks cool but creates the effect of being very loose in the turns since there is very little contact with the ground as the rear is actually off the snow. Check it on a cement floor.
If you want more traction you need to get MORE track contact with the ground bottom line.
Hope this helps....
sgauthier
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like mentioned above reduce spring compression on the rear shock until you can get at least 1 1/2 to 2 inches of sit in when you are sitting on it. also check your front rear suspension shock and limiter straps. if the straps are not pulled up enough plus the shock set to firm it will not handle right either.
do small adjustments one at a time and you will get it to handle great. this suspension works well on the groom trails, it just doesn't like the rough stuff.
do small adjustments one at a time and you will get it to handle great. this suspension works well on the groom trails, it just doesn't like the rough stuff.
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averagesleder
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Where do I measure the 1 1/2 to 2 inches of sit in when I'm on the sled, at the transfer rods?
What are the stock settings for the limiter straps? Mine have a little bit of play in them, when the sled is sitting on the cement floor without anyone on the seat. I also noticed by front shock seems to be turned down(more preload), there are a lot of threads showing on the shock for how short it is. How much will this effect the ride?
What are the stock settings for the limiter straps? Mine have a little bit of play in them, when the sled is sitting on the cement floor without anyone on the seat. I also noticed by front shock seems to be turned down(more preload), there are a lot of threads showing on the shock for how short it is. How much will this effect the ride?
bluewho
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The spring being wound realy tight is a indication that the shock is needing rebuilt or replaced ,that will screw the whole traction up if it shot.
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averagesleder
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I adjusted the rear shock, I'll see how it handles this weekend.
averagesleder
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Just an update, last weekend I put on 837km(520miles). The only adjustment I made was to take preload off the rear shock. It sure did help with the looseness feeling. A few times it did seem loose in the corners again, but I think my speed was a factor. I'm thinking about backing off the preload another turn or so, then it may be right where I want it.
Matt
Matt