2012 assault 1.75

[shift08]

I have a chance to change my 2012 assault 144 from a 1.3 cobra to a 1.75 backcountry track.I ride central wisconsin,northern wisconsin and the UP. Do you think there is a need to re gear? Also thinking about changing to a 2 wheel 9 inch big wheel kit,what do you guys think about that? Just track or both or neither?

Thanks

 

[clamlake600]

I ride the same area and also went with a 1.75 track. I did drop 2 teeth which doesn't require putting in a new chain. Picks up the front really nice...put rear suspension front bolt in upper hole, will get up on the snow even better..

 

[renegade18]

I would go with the 2 inch stock gearing which I believe is 20/42

 

[tdblakes]

20/42 gears, 2" camoplast challenger, heel heavy weights... That's what I did with my '11 SBA. Worked awesome. I ride the same areas

 

[tomlee76]

I thought a 1.75 would be the best of both worlds but the backcountry track just didn't hold up on my dragon. My sb assault has over 3000 miles on the 2" and it is still mint. I'd go that way with the stock 2" gearing or 1.5" and stud it. If no studs may as well go all the way.

 

[mickyd32]

My stock 2 inch didn't hold up for crap. The 1.75 back country is going strong. Could have been a bad track who knows. I went with the stock 2" gearing on my 11 SBA and it's been real good. I'll let you know what happens after another 1000 miles of my brothers driving when my Pro gets here.

 

[shift08]

Looks like my stock gearing is 23-39,if i dont change the gears and leave it at that is it gonna be a pooch? Also if i did change to the 20-42 gears do i have to change clutch springs and weight's also? And will the stock chain i have work with new gears?

 

[mickyd32]

I had the same clutching with both tracks. Same chain as well

 

[shift08]

How did it act was there a huge difference in lack of performance? Did u regear?

 

[mickyd32]

There was a difference in traction depending on snow conditions. Stock track is better in the lighter snow. Trail, wet or mild weight snow the backcountry hooks up way better. And just to clarify I've had three tracks on my 11

1.375 cobra with stock short lug gearing, stock weights and an EPI spring, not sure on the numbers on the spring I'll have to look into that. Overall revue. Not enough track for me. Power and speed was all there

2.0 series 5.1 with stock polaris 2.0 gearing, same clutching as above. Never actually lost and power or speed from the 1.375 inch track but gained a lot of traction. Sled pushed more in the corners when on a trail. Unfortunately my sled seems to have eaten this track

1.75 backcountry, polaris stock 2 inch gearing, same clutching. By far the best all around traction, also the most push when on trails. With this set up I did actually gain a few mph over the other two set ups. I think it was 4 mph. Power and torque seemed unaffected. This track also stood up to the crappy snow conditions we has in my area last year very well (mainy freeze thaw cycles) and after 1000 miles of crap snow and dirt looks like new, Quite impressed by that

Also my roommate runs a 12 SBA with the polaris 2.4 inch, and a similar set up sled and anytime we have done a head to head I have won. Something else to consider.




Hope this helps

 

[NewfieBullet1973]

Great feedback - just curious what (if anything) did your room mate have to do to get the 2.4 track to fit the SB 2012!!

 

[mickyd32]

Roommate bought his sled with the 2.4 on it. Came with grippers and the 2.4. There was some special edition the dealer called it. Kinda like a cat highcountry

 

[shift08]

Well i think im going to regear to the 2 inch track numbers and hope all is good.

Thanks!

 

[tdblakes]

if you put the taller track on you should definately regear. It'll give you a better holeshot and pull the track better with the extra grip. I'd highly recommend the Camoplast Challenger 2". Its a bit stiffer than the polaris 2" and it works great in pretty much every condition. Its a tough track that can take alot of abuse. It works with the stock drivers.

If you wanted to put the Polaris 2.4" under it, then I assume it'd be the 146 track which would require you to change to the 2.86 pitch drivers. (personally I'd stick with the camo 2", more track clearence and works just as well if not better)

Stock clutching on the chart works with both track combos (1.38" cobra and 2") but these sleds seem to like heel heavy weights like MTX or MDS or Belly Busters, whichever you prefer. The stock chain fits the 20/42 gears.

So, I'd still go with the camo 2" and regear to 20/42. Run scratchers on the trail. Stock clutching or some combo of heel heavy weights. Dump the stock skis if you havent already... Grippers are great all around ski, XTXs are awesome agressive trail and float great off trail but need a fair amount of steering effort if you're going slow, my personal opinion.

 

[NewfieBullet1973]

Anyone have any other feedback/experience on running a 2.4" or 2.5" CE on these sleds?? Or as stated above just as well to go with the 2" Camo! I'm currently running the 2" Poo track but not a huge fan (love the MTX weights though) ran the 2.5" CE on my last RMK 144" and loved it but had to trim rails, anti-stab etc - was wondering if I would have to do again to fit on this sled?? And shift 08 I would regear for sure - which ever track you pick going from the 1.3" cobra you'll love it!!!

 

[chunkysoup]

anyone giving any thought to the xc pro track? thats the track i want to put on my assault but it is $$$

 

[empiresportriders]

I plan on running the Backcountry 1.75" with 20/42 gearing, stock clutching and gripper skis. I picked up a leftover Assault in the spring so I have not tried this out yet but have not heard anything negative on this setup. Some guys on HCS say you need to clutch it differently but others have told me not too. not sure what to do about clutching but I will run it as is and see how it goes.

Does anyone know if the clutching is different on the Assaults that come with the 2" track option? I know the gearing is different.

 

[cbc24]

Im just curious but whats the biggest paddle someones ran with a switchback assault? I may purchase one but i want a 2.125-2.5 on there.

 

[shift08]

I ordered the 20-42 gears and should get my 1.75 backcountry this weekend.Can any one tell me what kind of top speed i should see with this combo? I now it will lose but i think the bottom end will be awsome!

 

[scotts-doo]

I have a 2012 SBA and I bought the 2.0 track and the different gears as well. My question is- how much of a difference will a person feel by moving the suspension to that upper hole. I have very few post on this. The few that have posted say it is a night and day difference. Anyone else want to chime in on this? Thanks