Anyone out their know what heigth track can be put on the Apex GT without any modifications. I would like to go with a 1.5 Ripsaw. And I have read in the forums that removing the tunnel protector will help with ice build-up. But will the tunnel loose any strength if its removed ?
Thanks in advance guys this is a great place of knowledge for a new Yamaha owner.
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No, you don't want a 1.5 ripsaw, its crap, like all ripsaw.
No, removing tunnel protectors wont compromise structure. They're not structural.
No, removing tunnel protectors wont compromise structure. They're not structural.
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LazyBastard said:
Oh yea. Why's that?
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Because its a flimsy little piece of crap. Those notches let the snow through and allow lugs to tear off.
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Don't know what to say. I have 2,200 miles on mine (1.5") and she looks like brand new. Granted if I had my way I would like more of a stiff lug paddle for how and where I ride. But there is nothing that I have personally witnessed to say the Ripsaw is a piece of crap. All tracks break or tear pieces of lug. Even the 9818's I ran. How can you know what's under the snow when you nail it? Loose Snow isn't tearing off the lugs.
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Rip saws suck, fly appart,weak,flimsy get a six pitch design. replacing my junk Rip saw on my apex gt with only 1,000 miles on perfect snow conditions. Would never ever by a Ripsaw again!!!
I will reword my question. Will any track thats 1.5" in height fit in the Apex GT without any mods to the sled. Thanks again.
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Sorry about that. Yes it does fit. I did remove my front protectors because It was close. The top ones are a judgement call. They are close @ the upper idler wheels. I did not remove the top protectors on mine and have had no problems.msatow said:
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I put on a 1.6 camoplast track that had notches cut out for heat exchanger protectors. fits right on ,no mods of any kind on a 06 Attak. Just find a track( most Arctic cats in the late 90's used them) that has the notches cut and away you go.
Thanks guys, thats what I needed.
Second that
I have the same set-up on a ATTACK and it is a100 % improvement. Go for it.
I have the same set-up on a ATTACK and it is a100 % improvement. Go for it.
Superman said:
I know this is old and I'm not trying to run multiple posts on my related topic, but a search revealed almost exactly the info I was seeking right here...the rear protectors are not structural, this is good.
I just need a bit more clarification on the front protectors. They need to be simply cut off with a cut-off wheel or something similar, correct? Mine are welded on as I assume all are. Anyone see any long-term problems with this if I cut 'em off? I sorta like the idea of pulling parts in my never-ending quest for less weight....but not at the expense of performance/protection or reliability.
