2.6 test results

powder pounder · Mar 5, 2012

Cat tecs had a chart with test results. Average of 5 mph faster
Than 2.25 pc up hill in I believe 1 foot powder. Also said lowering
Suspension for clearance helped sled jump out of snow alot quicker.

backcountryislife · Mar 5, 2012

They'd go even faster without those ghey windshields:face-icon-small-ton

I'm excited to ride a sled with this track on, I think it's gonna be a big difference.

aksnopro · Mar 5, 2012

I think so too! Im gonna sell the one on my 10m and swap my hcr one onto the 10 M then buy me a new 2.6

samiams2 · Mar 5, 2012

backcountryislife said:
They'd go even faster without those ghey windshields:face-icon-small-ton

I'm excited to ride a sled with this track on, I think it's gonna be a big difference.

Careful BCIL, damdave is gonna get grouchy cuz u are being negative about his test rider buddies!:face-icon-small-sho

powder pounder · Mar 5, 2012

backcountryislife said:
They'd go even faster without those ghey windshields:face-icon-small-ton

I'm excited to ride a sled with this track on, I think it's gonna be a big difference.

They had a chart for that too. 1mph slower but 6 degrees warmer.Sure they were responsable for the seat warmers aswell.

Latitude 62 · Mar 6, 2012

Are these the same techs that tested the 2012 models for three years before they were released? Probably got the extra speed because the 2013 is geared down a little from the 2012! I think I'll be a little conservative in my approach this upgrading to an expensive new track. I need the money for clutching, snow screens, panel braces, steering upgrade, torque link motor mount, and belts!:face-icon-small-win

powder pounder · Mar 6, 2012

Ok but you will be 5 mph slower up the hill:face-icon-small-hap

AKSNOWRIDER · Mar 7, 2012

or maybe he didnt read it right and it said 5 mph faster....down the hill?

Latitude 62 · Mar 7, 2012

Say it isn't so! Me slower up hill?!?! Not usually, LOL!

aksnopro · Mar 8, 2012

More traction, Thats going to help belt life. Lol

Solby · Mar 8, 2012

Does anyone know about gearing changes or driver changes for the 2.6 in 2013?

backcountryislife · Mar 8, 2012

Solby said:
Does anyone know about gearing changes or driver changes for the 2.6 in 2013?

why?

CatRpillar · Mar 10, 2012

backcountryislife said:
why?

For me, it will effect my choice of graphics. Or is that the other way around? Never mind.

GlennRMK · Mar 10, 2012

Solby said:
Does anyone know about gearing changes or driver changes for the 2.6 in 2013?

Heard mixed things on gearing.

Some say the same, others say 19/50?

I'm happy with the 20/49, but I think going lower then the 21/49 is a good idea.

Solby · Mar 13, 2012

I imagine that it would be critical for belt life to be gearing the 13s down to pull that taller track. I didn't know if AC would want more driver/track/cooler clearance. I want to gear my 12 down and maybe go to a taller track and wanted to be sure I went about doing it the best way. For sure I am going to do a 20t top sprocket before next year.

Latitude 62 · Mar 13, 2012

In my opinion, going to the 20 tooth on top is the single best thing you can do for these sleds for belt life and performance. I heard the 2013's will be geared lower, but, I don't necessarily think it was because the track lugs are 3 and a half tenths of an inch taller!

realbass · Mar 14, 2012

Hi guys.

2602-481 15-IN. X 153-IN. X 2.60-IN. - POWER CLAW (80 Duro)

2602-482 15-IN. X 153-IN. X 2.60-IN. - POWER CLAW HC (85 Duro)

what does mean duro 80 and 85. What is the difference?

M9M5 · Mar 14, 2012

The higher the duro number the stiffer the track is.

wasatchcomm · Mar 14, 2012

geared my 800 down and it is a must... way better performance, rode 3' of pow yesterday and was hammering the sled and clutches all day, clutches were hot, im not going to say they were not, but i did not blow a belt (083) and performance was strong, these really are great sleds, seems the jackshaft update is working so far, along with the lower gear! clutching is still stock.

KMMAC · Mar 14, 2012

gears

wasatchcomm said:
geared my 800 down and it is a must... way better performance, rode 3' of pow yesterday and was hammering the sled and clutches all day, clutches were hot, im not going to say they were not, but i did not blow a belt (083) and performance was strong, these really are great sleds, seems the jackshaft update is working so far, along with the lower gear! clutching is still stock.

Can not stress enough about gearing down... What size is the secondary on the pro climb? The M chassis I believe was smaller than the 1 M in diameter and with that making the drive train even higher geared.. I use to think that 2,26 was a good ratio but with all of the belt issues now I think something closer to 2.45 or 2.50 is in order. Taking into consideration these new more aggressive tracks and all........ Track speed on a stand for a stock sled should be no more than 60 mph turbo sleds can get away with a little more because with the power you can throw more weight at the primary clutch and most likely get away with it. But a stock sled ,,,,, 50 to 60 mph on the hill is about it. Cooler clutches and belt for sure.

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