Avenger 06 woes

[xrover]

No pics but I will try to explain. The original axles that were on looked press fitted however had a single weld on the inside. The flange of the axle married flush with the hub. I think these are how all Argo axles were. The newer axles they are now using have a tapered 'collar' the is welded to the axle and to the hub. This collar looks like it adds additional strength and splits the pressure from the axle/hub mating across a larger area. That is about as technical as I know how to get. The new slider blocks are definitely a hit. We've had no chain windup. They only have 3 large steps on them as opposed to the earlier version (and the kind used in the other argo's) which had 5-6 steps. Again, this appears to have only been a problem on early production runs of the Avenger. If you have a 2005 or a 2006 manufactured Jan-Mar then you would probably have the same set up. Call ODG with the serial number if you don't know the date of mfr.

[lewis]

Hub

Thanks X: My unit was built in May of 06. As of this time i have had no axle problems. I will look at mine and check the type. Avenger having the larger tires and people utilizing the rubber tracks i heard of some problems but, most were asscoiated with industrial use of the machine. The plastic tracks work much better from what i hear. Still i have not ran tracks and have not had this problem. I would press ODG for the newer style axles if it were me. The bracket that was mentioned from the dealer is new to me, that is not a factory fix i hope. Thats why i was asking the questions to kinda get a history on his machine. You were very helpfull. Having a axle problem out in the bush would be terrible.

Thanks for the info.

[xrover]

The plastic tracks offer more tire slippage than rubber, but the rubber tracks are far superior over the plastic tracks for grip, smooth operation etc.

[Rock Doctor]

Having a axle problem out in the bush would be terrible.

Thanks for the info.

Oh, it's not so bad, even the front ones can be changed out in a couple hours
I broke a front hub off my '04 last yr, and had to change it out on the trail.
I was on Supertracks about 6 miles from the road, breaking trail through about 3 feet of snow, and hauling about 20 sheets of OSB plywood.

RD

[Roger S]

I think it's time for Whipper to start making argo axles. At argo's prices and lousy quality I'm fed up. Something that a rubber seal won't wear down, a decent OD tolerance for bearing seat, and an axle that runs true, along with a decent hub/flange. That's what Matt gets from him for the Mudd Ox.

[lewis]

Oh Yea

RD
I think i saw that video. Sounds like loads of fun. Frost bitten fingers and all.

Yes Roger, Whipper has the equipment and we know he can use it. Maybe with enough coaxing he will start a side line of Argo parts. He is the CEO. I am sure his parts would be well made.

[lewis]

I'll pass

RD, i believe i saw that video. Nothing like frost bitten fingers. You guys have some serious snow there.

Roger your right, Whipper has the machinery and the ability. Maybe he can be coaxed into making Argo parts on the side. I am sure they would sell. The parts he has pics of look great. Good Craftsmanship is easily spotted, After all he is the CEO of AG.

[whipper-ag]

Argo Axle Woes

Guys,
I'm sure I can make what you need, but I have never owned an Argo, so I don't know what these axles you're talking about look like. I'm sure they aren't that much different from any other ATV axle, but I'd need a blueprint or sample or sometimes, even a napkin sketch will work. What does ODG charge for an axle?

Whipper

[artist1018]

All good ideas on whipper's building axles for Argos, however, BEWARE of patent infringment!! Add or subtract from, at least, one measurement, just to be sure!!

[Roger S]

I'll pm ya sometime, Alan.