Can I still get away with 96 studs for my new sled? - Snowmobile Forum: Your #1 Snowmobile Forum

Redneck Ron · 03-07-2005, 07:30 AM

My new sled is a 1996 Formula III 600 Triple.Is 96 studs a good number for this one or maybe a little more?BTW it is getting rebuilt now and will probally have wiseco pistons and the heads are going to be milled out a little.Also it has aftermarket triple pipes and a boost tube.Just trying to add to get an idea if any of that would give it extra power.(Well enough to change stud quantity anyways)Also can I run 6" Carbide because I want to get plastic skis and a 60 deg. but they dont come with 8.

Ron

Snow Freak · 03-07-2005, 08:44 AM

96 studs is enough for any sled, i would only put 96 studs in. The racers are limited to only 96 studs too. 6 inches of carbide is fine too.

machz830 · 03-07-2005, 04:51 PM

with the pipes and little extra work that's done or will be done i'd go 144 or 168 if your going to race it at all.........you may run into studs ripping out with only 96...just my 2 cents

Redneck Ron · 03-08-2005, 08:08 AM

I dont race,just do aggressive riding.I guess I will wait for some more replies then.

Thanks,
Ron

gman250 · 03-08-2005, 08:47 AM

I've heard before that not enough studding with too much horsepower may stress the track at those stud location. For your sled trail application, I would think this would work. Check the link below for an idea on application for your sled.

TRAIL APPLICATION
Stud Length 0.875
Stud Quantity 120
Recommended Runner(s) 6" 60 DEGREE CARBIDE

INTERMEDIATE APPLICATION
Stud Length 0.875
Stud Quantity 144/168
Recommended Runner(s) 8" 60 DEGREE CARBIDE

Check here.
http://www.wiem.com/product_applications.aspx

Redneck Ron · 03-09-2005, 07:06 AM

Maybe I will go with 144 then.How heavy are factory steel skis?Cause I wanted to get plastic ones but maybe I wont if steel ones arent too heavy.The reason I ask is I havent seen a plastic ski that is available with a 8 inch carbide and I might need it(I guess).Like if I was going across ice and all of a sudden there is open water I want it to be light.lol.

Ron

Snow Freak · 03-09-2005, 07:11 AM

I fell that plastic skiis are much better! They feel lighter, easier to turn. Cant you buy the Carbides any certain length anyway and put then on yourself.?

gman250 · 03-09-2005, 07:25 AM

If your buying new skis, I would defiantly go with plastic. They are lighter, and nothing sticks to them, especially when wet.

sesnopro · 03-09-2005, 12:39 PM

C&A

http://www.proskis.com/

skidoo_magoo · 03-09-2005, 03:45 PM

well, one steel ski weighs as much as a plastic ski with a trailing arm from the late 90's skidoo. we were switching and skis and fornt end parts around, and they felt about the same

plastic skis are definetly a great upgrade! you notice a huge difference in sterring with new skis, too.

ITriumph · 03-31-2005, 03:29 PM

I think 96 studs would do just fine. I would put them on the in side though. Less rippage on track

Frosty · 04-06-2005, 11:34 AM

Understuding is not recomended it may cause them to tear out through the track. It is better to spread the load to more studs. For your sled 144 would be the best set up. It will allow the studs to the job without destroying the track.

SnowRida · 04-20-2005, 04:00 AM

This may help.

http://www.studboytraction.com/96_stud_pattern.htm

ArcticZoz · 07-07-2005, 03:14 PM

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Originally posted by Snow Freak
I fell that plastic skiis are much better! They feel lighter, easier to turn. Cant you buy the Carbides any certain length anyway and put then on yourself.?

Yea, I put a pair of 8 inchers on my 500 and u wouldnt believe how much of a difference it is. Quite agressive though