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SECTION 11
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
Centre the track pin so that it does not stick out on
either side of the track.
2. Apply a drop of blue 242 Loctite to the hole in the lock
bushing and the set screw. Install the set screw using a 1/
8" Allen wrench. TIGHTEN SECURELY. Set screw must
seat in ground recess of track pin.
3. Assemble two complete tracks:
6 wheel models - 29 segments each side
- 1 half segment
8 wheel models - 36 segments each side
- 1 half segment
IMPORTANT: The actual number of track segments
used will vary and will be determined when the tracks
are being installed. Wrap the track assembly around
the tires. Ensure they are snug to the front and rear
deflated tires. Then add or remove segments until there
is a gap of approximately 2" to 2-1/2" between the ad-
joining segments. These will have to be drawn together
using two C-clamp style vise grips to install the con-
necting pin.
Supertrack & Rubber track systems require the assem-
bly of 605-77 axle extensions and 126-08 extension
studs to each wheel hub before installation of the tracks.
Failure to install these components will cause severe
damage to the lower body.
Note: Axle extensions are recommended for use only
with Argo Super tracks and Rubber tracks and should
be removed for tire-only use.
11.3.2 Installing the Axle Extension (Supertrack & Rubber
Track)
4. Raise the vehicle off the ground and remove the wheels
using 3/4" socket.
5. Install the extension studs on all of the vehicle wheel studs
and tighten securely with a 5/8" socket. See Fig. 11-3.
6. Place the axle extension collars onto the extension studs
and seat firmly against the axle hub plate. The small hole
must face away from the hub plate.
The extension studs have hexagonal sides and must sit
properly within the slots on the axle extension. (See
Fig.11-4) If the extension studs are misaligned with the
slots of the axle extension collar when tightened, ad-
just each stud as necessary by tightening them further
(never by loosening them), until alignment allows for
the extension collar to slide on easily (by hand), up
against the axle hub. Torque to a minimum of 40 ft lbs.
Once the extensions studs are tightened and aligned
correctly, they will not require re-tightening unless they
are removed. However, it is very important that with
the Super Tracks and Rubber Tracks installed, the
wheel nuts of the Argo are tightened to 55 ft. lbs. (75
N.m) initially, re-torqued after the first 10 hours of op-
eration, then again after the next 10 hours, followed
by re-torquing every 25 hours of operation.
Figure 11-3. Installing the Axle Extensions.
Figure 11-4. Check Stud Position in Axle Extension.
Damage to the extension studs, bolts, or axle extension
may occur if the extension studs are not tightened cor-
rectly. Use good judgement when installing.
7. Using a 3/4" socket, install the wheels. Use extreme care
and allow extra installation time to protect the axle exten-
sions from damage. Torque the wheel nuts to 55 ft. lbs.(75
N.m).
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