156 inch track to a 159 will it work

[boondocker14]

I have a 2002 RMK 800 with a 156 track on it currently. I would like to go to a 159. I currently have about an 1 1/2 inches of room to still extend my track tensioners which would be the 3 inches neccessary for the track difference however I am unsure if new tracks stretch alot because at this point I would have no more adjustment. I was thinking of running extrovert and intravert drivers so I could run the track looser if neccessary. That being said how hard is to to add on the extra drivers to the stock shaft. Royal distributing sells the drivers for I believe 50 bucks a pair. Would this set up work. Do I need the extra drivers or should I just spend the extra 128 bucks and get the 1.5 inch rail extensions necessary. Anyone with info on this would be great.
Thank you

 

[DaveB]

Why not go to a big wheel kit? If it was something you might want in the future, now is a good time.

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

I did exactly the same thing, went to a 159" track on my 156" rails. I added a big wheel and it all works great.

 

[magnet]

if your going to a big wheel kit and still remaining the same length on the ground what is the benifit then of going to the longer track?

 

[DaveB]

if your going to a big wheel kit and still remaining the same length on the ground what is the benifit then of going to the longer track?

None. Maybe the 159 was a take-off and affordable.

 

[Modman]

None. Maybe the 159 was a take-off and affordable.

or maybe it is taller, in better shape, has a better paddle design, etc, etc. Bigger wheels also lower rolling resistance, so you will gain less resistance if nothing else.

 

[maxwell]

dont get billet without rubber rings. or go carbon . you will get ice buildup and vibration

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

Here is my 2001. It started with 151 rails, I moved it up to 156" rails with a big wheel kit. It works excelent.

 

[2manykids]

Are those skis pink

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

:d:d:d:d
I should have seen that coming...lol...
They were red - faded to a pretty pinkish color.
Just to keep you happy they are black now...lol..

Are those skis pink

 

[2manykids]

:d:d:d:d
I should have seen that coming...lol...
They were red - faded to a pretty pinkish color.
Just to keep you happy they are black now...lol..

I was gonna ask if you wanted to maybe part with them and i could put them on a girls sled...

 

[2manykids]

I was gonna ask if you wanted to maybe part with them and i could put them on a girls sled...

Im sorry that was rude of me to ask if you wanted to part with them , im sure you have them mounted and hung on the wall in the shop

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

Sorry, they were worn out and went in the trash. Thanks for asking tough.

I was gonna ask if you wanted to maybe part with them and i could put them on a girls sled...

 

[Modman]

Sorry, they were worn out and went in the trash. Thanks for asking tough.

Look like MODS?? Did you buy new ones or switch brands?

 

[boondocker14]

Thanks for all the info. I was going to the 159 because I have a chance to buy one at a good price and according to most dealers the 156 is no longer being made and alot higher in cost. My biggest issue with the big wheel kit is cost. But I think thats the way I am going to go. Thankyou all again.

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

I'm running Mods and really like them.

Look like MODS?? Did you buy new ones or switch brands?

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

Good luck on the switch. If you have any questions I would be glad to answer them.
Cheerz.

Thanks for all the info. I was going to the 159 because I have a chance to buy one at a good price and according to most dealers the 156 is no longer being made and alot higher in cost. My biggest issue with the big wheel kit is cost. But I think thats the way I am going to go. Thankyou all again.

 

[02SummitX]

On my 02 800 Ski Doo in the middle of changing from a 156 to 159 and I'm going to have to buy longer rails .Have 144 rails with rail ext. to 156 with big wheel kit , running big wheels (8") and anti-ratchet drivers and can't move the rear wheels back far enough to tighten track. Maybe I'm doing something wrong

 

[Modman]

On my 02 800 Ski Doo in the middle of changing from a 156 to 159 and I'm going to have to buy longer rails .Have 144 rails with rail ext. to 156 with big wheel kit , running big wheels (8") and anti-ratchet drivers and can't move the rear wheels back far enough to tighten track. Maybe I'm doing something wrong

Could go to a 9" wheel. Probably just not enough rail left to suck up the track tension. 144" rails with a 156" ext to a 159" track is a big jump.

 

[maxwell]

im not sure i would trust any rail extension over 144-151 what are your thoughts on that MM.