2.5in or 3in?? 2010 154

squid2020 · Apr 20, 2014

I have a 2010 154 with stock ported track. looking at swapping tracks this summer to 2.5 extreme or spend the extra for extreme 3 and drivers. Has anyone regreted the 3in track or any big problems with goin full 3in. Looking for more float over all, any problems with handling or steering with big track.

sled setup so far
2010 872 tryg 154,
Team Tied clutch from tryg
T-motion rear, with 1in set back spacers
Exit Shocks all the way around
B&M Fab running boards
36in wide front end, yet to be installed
c-3 post forward, yet to be installed

jacmmaxwell · Apr 20, 2014

If I was swaping tracks I'd go 3" but the 15 wide ... gives you more room for the snow to clear around the sides of the track , less rubbing and trust me the 3" 15 wide still rocks in the deep snow.

I have a 16 wide 163 camo extreme 2.5 on my sled and I ride with a 163 15 wide 3" on a bone stock from time to time and that sled goes places I won't even look at.

DUKHTR3 · Apr 20, 2014

I have the same sled minus the 872 and I have a 2.5. It's a great improvement but now the 3" is out I would go 3" for sure. Plus u have the extra power. SPEND THE EXTRA MONEY

squid2020 · Apr 20, 2014

does the 163x3x16 handle any different.. Im a smaller guy 160lbs and dont want to make the sled any harder to handle for me than it is. Hoping the A arms and steering post help situation also. thanks

fc8464 · Apr 20, 2014

Just my opinion but it depends on what kind of riding you do and what the majority of your snow conditions are. My sled is set up very similar as yours but w/880. I went from a 146/2.5 CE to the 156/ 3 both are 16 wide. The 3 inch is amazing in deep snow but where I ride here in Alaska the snow is rarely soft and deep at the same time. I lost a lot of the fun factor, more times than not I wished I would have stayed with the 146 or have gone 2.5 in 156/15 wide. Fred

winter brew · Apr 21, 2014

15 wide center ported 3" to help with handling and cooling. Run scratchers on the roads. Avid 7T drivers and trim the rivets directly above the driveshaft. You can usually use the same gearing, the smaller drivers compensate well. Bolt it in and ride!

squid2020 · Apr 21, 2014

thanks for info. Looks like now i gotta decide to go 15 or 16 wide... i ride a variety of conditions. try to chase and stay with fresh powder lol. i run scratchers on hard pack and bounce off the sides just to keep snow on tunnel. has anyone had to reclutch or regear for track.???

hilpulr · Apr 23, 2014

3"

Winter Brew - Are you saying that you can use the 15 wide track and not lose anything in flotation? Am just curious as i am thinking about this route as well but have a stock engine. Thanks

winter brew · Apr 23, 2014

hilpulr said:
Winter Brew - Are you saying that you can use the 15 wide track and not lose anything in flotation? Am just curious as i am thinking about this route as well but have a stock engine. Thanks

There has to be some loss with 15 vs 16, but a 15 going to a different or bigger paddle is still a huge gain in the deep. The agility, less weight and no more track rubbing more than make up for any small loss of flotation. On the Camo 2.5 and 3" the paddles are the same width regardless of track width.
I was never a "15 wide guy" until I finally ran one for awhile and now I will never go back to 16.

sledsrock · Apr 24, 2014

156

winter brew said:
There has to be some loss with 15 vs 16, but a 15 going to a different or bigger paddle is still a huge gain in the deep. The agility, less weight and no more track rubbing more than make up for any small loss of flotation. On the Camo 2.5 and 3" the paddles are the same width regardless of track width.
I was never a "15 wide guy" until I finally ran one for awhile and now I will never go back to 16.

Except the 156, it is of the original design and full width (16") paddles.

sledheadjake · Apr 24, 2014

So if I wanted to put a156 3" track on my 154 would I just have to get new drivers? Or do I have to get drivers and rail extensions as well?

BIG JOHN · Apr 25, 2014

drivers
9" axle
clutching
gearing

the 3" is not quit bolt on and go...BJ

squid2020 · Apr 25, 2014

thanks for all the help so far. I ride alot of trees and try and stay off trail as much as possible. does the 3in really that big of difference over 2.5. and what are guys running extreme 2.5/3 or the X3 track.

BIG JOHN · May 2, 2014

At 160 lbs...

IMHO...you have 3 choices

1) easy/easier handling 154/15/2.5
2) easy/same handling 154/16/2.5 FE
3) harder ($)/ same handing 156/16/3 for optimum off trail performance

I would doo #3...BJ

squid2020 · May 5, 2014

thanks for the info. easier to think about and look at wrote out that way. got all summer to think about it and decide.

winter brew · May 6, 2014

I agree with John's assessment...I would add that a 15 wide 3" is (IMO) the best combination of better handling and better traction, plus if you get a Poo style track with center drive windows you will have better cooling and snow evacuation...every little bit makes a difference!

byeatts · May 9, 2014

BIG JOHN said:
At 160 lbs...

IMHO...you have 3 choices

1) easy/easier handling 154/15/2.5
2) easy/same handling 154/16/2.5 FE
3) harder ($)/ same handing 156/16/3 for optimum off trail performance

I would doo #3...BJ

Yah #3 is a boondockers dream settup!and flickable,,,

Jaynelson · May 9, 2014

Is it reasonable to keep the front end down climbing steep crap with a 3" 154/156 on a Doo? I'm sure you can do it with a tight enough limiter/etc....but that always makes things less playful. I'd be a little concerned about that....not an issue WB?

After riding stock, 2.5, and 3" on Prolaris's.....the 2.5 would be my choice, but that's not the most popular thing to say these days. I'm a sidehill/goof around/trees guy more than a big gnarly hillclimb guy tho. YMMV.

BackCountryBob · May 9, 2014

Jaynelson said:
Is it reasonable to keep the front end down climbing steep crap with a 3" 154/156 on a Doo? I'm sure you can do it with a tight enough limiter/etc....but that always makes things less playful. I'd be a little concerned about that....not an issue WB?

After riding stock, 2.5, and 3" on Prolaris's.....the 2.5 would be my choice, but that's not the most popular thing to say these days. I'm a sidehill/goof around/trees guy more than a big gnarly hillclimb guy tho. YMMV.

Agreed. My 154 x 2.5 x 16 was rubbing so I cut the lugs back 1/2" inch each side and broke the rods: no rubbing, less snow build-up in the skid, same floatation and traction, better hole shot. Gripper skis help also but a little tippy in the corners.

byeatts · May 10, 2014

Jaynelson said:
Is it reasonable to keep the front end down climbing steep crap with a 3" 154/156 on a Doo? I'm sure you can do it with a tight enough limiter/etc....but that always makes things less playful. I'd be a little concerned about that....not an issue WB?

After riding stock, 2.5, and 3" on Prolaris's.....the 2.5 would be my choice, but that's not the most popular thing to say these days. I'm a sidehill/goof around/trees guy more than a big gnarly hillclimb guy tho. YMMV.

SRC is running the 3 x156 with stock skid with a Mod motor , he said it does ride high in the front,He would be better to express the findings, Mine with timbersled remains nice and flat and will dance with the flipper.

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