48 studs or not

[mxzbez]

I put 48 studs in my apex 2 in every other row just looking for traction on ice and stopping. Is this going to be a problem?

 

[34pontiac]

Had 96 in mine and would bend them often. Not enough.
Added more and no more bending. This was on a long track also.

 

[PowderFalcon]

48 not a good idea. 96 minimum IMO. 144 ideal

 

[Grimm]

With the power of the Apex, I wouldn't consider anything less than 144 studs. I used to own a Vector and initially installed 96 studs, but I found I had to replace too many due to them bending and breaking. I added 48 more for an even 144 and I no longer had an issue.

Running too few studs puts too much pressure on them.

 

[dmaxx]

I run 108 in my Attak, 2 every window with no problems. Not looking for drag racing, works fine for handling and ice. Never lost or bent one.

 

[scott32]

If you cut off your right thumb, you will be fine!

 

[mxzbez]

Sounds like I need a few more studs.

Thanks

 

[sgauthier]

rule of thumb is 1 stud per horsepower and that's what i always went by on my sleds with no issues. The previous owner only had 2 singles every row and I would find some bent so i switched to a 2-4-2-4 (2 singles then 2-doubles) pattern with no more issues.

 

[maxdlx]

I'd think you'd rip them out with the apex power and not enough studs. JMO

 

[mxzbez]

rule of thumb is 1 stud per horsepower and that's what i always went by on my sleds with no issues. The previous owner only had 2 singles every row and I would find some bent so i switched to a 2-4-2-4 (2 singles then 2-doubles) pattern with no more issues.

Took your advice and added 96 more just like you suggested. Thanks

 

[CaptCaper]

I ran 162 in 3 long track's I've had. Never an issue. I used Woody's recommened pattern and studs. gold Diggers..put 10000 on one track/stud combo before selling it.

 

[o's srx]

rule of thumb is 1 stud per horsepower and that's what i always went by on my sleds with no issues. The previous owner only had 2 singles every row and I would find some bent so i switched to a 2-4-2-4 (2 singles then 2-doubles) pattern with no more issues.

1/hp is what I go by as well, but I usually never put less then 144 (3-3-3-3 or 2-4-2-4) in a short track 120hp sled as its better to have too many then not enough.