S SpencerA Member Mar 30, 2010 679 18 18 Portland Oregon Dec 15, 2014 #1 I noticed my rails have 3 holes for different settings. By moving it back what will it do?
V volcano buster Well-known member Nov 26, 2007 4,222 1,614 113 Stayton Oregon Dec 15, 2014 #2 It will firm up the rear keeping it from collapsing too much when climbing. Likely reduce the weight transfer and keep more pressure on the skis. Depends on how you want the sled to handle I guess.
It will firm up the rear keeping it from collapsing too much when climbing. Likely reduce the weight transfer and keep more pressure on the skis. Depends on how you want the sled to handle I guess.
Scott Scott Stiegler Staff member Lifetime Membership Nov 1, 1998 69,618 11,737 113 51 W Mont Dec 15, 2014 #3 Moving the rear scissor mount backwards, the sled won't transfer as much weight, and will be slightly more "coupled" with the front. It won't behave as well through the trees for you, but will help to lessen the wheelie effect when climbing.
Moving the rear scissor mount backwards, the sled won't transfer as much weight, and will be slightly more "coupled" with the front. It won't behave as well through the trees for you, but will help to lessen the wheelie effect when climbing.
S SpencerA Member Mar 30, 2010 679 18 18 Portland Oregon Dec 15, 2014 #4 Considering this is a 2up trail sled and never goes off groomers which setting is best?
V volcano buster Well-known member Nov 26, 2007 4,222 1,614 113 Stayton Oregon Dec 15, 2014 #5 I would say it depends on the weight of the passenger and the ability of the driver.