Triming dash: OFT steering relocate on XTX

[rock doc]

I installed the OFT relocate kit and I am very happy with the result. The throttle cable was rerouted as per the install instructions. I think the previous owner install a POWERMADD riser, which is making both the hydraulic brake and parking brake cables tight. I trimmed as a much as I could out of the dash, but the rubber is still binding on the cables as I move the steering.

It may be best to ditch the rubber gasket and just add some trim to the plastic lip. Is there any reason to keep this closed in? Is there something I could buy from Home Depot to trim this in so it looks nice and prevents the cables from chaffing on the lip of the plastic?

 

[mcamzr]

I would try an auto parts store for some rubber trim for older cars. Or what would work is a piece or the rubber trim that was used on vintage sleds that went around the fiberglass hood. It was cheap but I haven't bought any in years. The trim I am talking about was on a 78 Arctic cat jag around the hood that met with the dashboard and tank. You could buy it by the foot or less.

 

[Sevey]

Crappy Tire has black rubber trim in their auto section that may work.
MS

 

[rock doc]

Here is a photo

of it binding. Not sure of others have had this issue.

 

[Dr. FeeLGooD]

Trim it all off along the depression all around.
step 22 nytro install instruction
http://oftracing.com/Sled Products/Relocator/the relocator.pdf

 

[stubb111]

I simply removed the rubber all together....no wire chaffing issues in 4 yrs of install time.

 

[Big_Phil]

What he said. I have 10000 kms without the rubber piece. No issues or signs of issues.

 

[Sevey]

Like the earlier comment, follow the instructions and trim that rubber piece and it will fit together nicely.
MS

 

[mpbrix92]

Thinking of doing the relocation in the off season, for those that have done it, does it decrease turning effort? I Had a rough time after day 2 of our first trip which we put on about 280 miles a day on average. I've put tuner skis on. I turned shock pressure up to 85-90. Idk if that's my problem? Also the rear shock at the front of the skid, has anyone messed with that to try to help turning effort. Thanks for any feedback

 

[Keith1962]

Thinking of doing the relocation in the off season, for those that have done it, does it decrease turning effort? I Had a rough time after day 2 of our first trip which we put on about 280 miles a day on average. I've put tuner skis on. I turned shock pressure up to 85-90. Idk if that's my problem? Also the rear shock at the front of the skid, has anyone messed with that to try to help turning effort. Thanks for any feedback

The relocation is not a complete cure, but it does help significantly.

 

[hibshman25]

Thinking of doing the relocation in the off season, for those that have done it, does it decrease turning effort? I Had a rough time after day 2 of our first trip which we put on about 280 miles a day on average. I've put tuner skis on. I turned shock pressure up to 85-90. Idk if that's my problem? Also the rear shock at the front of the skid, has anyone messed with that to try to help turning effort. Thanks for any feedback

Stock single keel skis with snowtrackers will make it feel like power steering.

 

[mcamzr]

Yes it will. I have the relocate with c&a razors with 9in sharper bars and my shocks at 56.5 with limited straps loose and steering effort is just slightly more than my 04 rev 800 with the same skies and bars.

 

[mpbrix92]

Awesome thanks for some feedback, anyone ever mess with there rear shocks? Sound stupid but I've only moved the black triangle things that have low med and hard. I'm wondering if turning the rear shock in would help

 

[Sevey]

Thinking of doing the relocation in the off season, for those that have done it, does it decrease turning effort? I Had a rough time after day 2 of our first trip which we put on about 280 miles a day on average. I've put tuner skis on. I turned shock pressure up to 85-90. Idk if that's my problem? Also the rear shock at the front of the skid, has anyone messed with that to try to help turning effort. Thanks for any feedback

I have just put Tuners on my nytro this year after 6 years of Split Rails. I was surprised that the turning effort was easy with the Tuners, so that was a relief. Don't be afraid to relax your front shocks, so the front end settles lower. I have my centre shock somewhat loose letting the wait settle on the front skis. If you have your limiter pulled up, you could be putting too much pressure on the skis. Play with that shock one revolution at a time and bring more weight to the front of the track.

The oft is a good upgrade. The change of the handlebar geometry works well, but having them raised about 2" higher is even better. Its a way stronger position to ride from, its helped me out a lot.

MS

 

[porkchop]

No problems, but I don't use a riser.