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Carriers
We have after market carrier tracks to fit all types of machines.
Please See The Rubber Track Section.
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Important things to know about Carriers and Rubber Tracks.
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Rubber Tracks are just that, made of rubber. They wear and are not meant
to last indefinitely. If you are working on rough terrain (including sharp
objects, rocks, fallen branches, demolition debris, curbs, or outdoor paved surfaces)
the tracks will wear more quickly and you will be lucky to get more than 200
hours out of your new tracks. Operators should work with caution and be aware
of terrain that will put more wear on your new tracks.
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Other than common wear and tear tracks should be checked often for material
on the inside of the track. Dirt, mud, sand, twigs, rocks, or other debris can
cause the track to develop cracks or tears which can lead to premature track failure.
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Properly tensioned tracks are a very important part to keeping your tracks in working
order. Excessive tension may cause increased undercarriage wear or even cause the tracks
to tear. Under-tensioning may cause your machine to de-track. De-tracking will cause rips,
gashes and other damage to the inside of the track.
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If the machine is stored for extended periods of time it is important to rotate the tracks now and
again to eliminate stretching, stressing or fatiguing the part of the track in contact with the
sprocket, idler, or rollers. The extended stress to those contact points may cause small cracks
or tears in the rubber of your tracks. These small defects may not necessitate replacement of
your tracks immediately, but they will decrease rubber track lifespan. Small tears can turn into big
problems over time.
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Call us for questions and ordering help: 1-800-556-9236
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