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Skid Loaders
We have after market tracks to fit all types of loaders.
Please See The Rubber Track Section.
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Important things to know about Track Loaders 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, curbs, and demolition debris.)
the tracks will wear more quickly and you will be lucky to get more than 90
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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Keep an eye on sprockets, idlers, and rollers, excessive wear on these parts will cause
excessive wear on your tracks.
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Wide turns are preferable to spin or pivot turns. Wide turns cause much less wear on tracks
because the track is not stressed as much. Pivot and spin turns can cause de-tracking, track
tearing
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Avoid moving across a slope. When operating on a slope it is best to go straight up or down.
Moving sideways across a slope will put excessive force on the inside of the track and
can cause internal damage to the track that will reduce the tracks life.
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Call us for questions and ordering help: 1-800-556-9236
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