hey friends, after 14 years i figured it was time for new chains,axles, bearings and sprockets. wanted bigger tires and more clearance for the tracks. i didn't want to tackle cutting the tub, etc. so decided on a subframe design. used 1 1/4 '' 14 ga. square tubing. bought all new axles, triple sealed bearings mounted in 4'' square cast flanges. went with # 60 sprockets and diamond o-ring chain. i used a quick change sprocket for the primary and went smaller.lost a little top end speed, but the lower gearing works really well with the 16 h.p. vanguard. the tires are now 22''. could have gone to 24'', but would have had to bought new rims also. did a lot or research on chains in mud on dirt bikes and 4 wheelers. found some excellent lubes. i'm really not in mud much , so chains and sprockets will last me till my days. heres what i like so far : fun sitting up higher, more track clearance-no slap, all bearings easy access for lube and replacing, easy access to tensioners and i gained about 6'' more ground clearance. thats it so far. need to ride more and see if any problems occur. thanks, john boy va.IMG_0826.jpgIMG_0828.jpgIMG_0829.jpgIMG_0872.jpgIMG_0873.jpg