Tracks and phragmitis

[Delduck]

We’re having some simple problems with the air valves going into the tires. They were dropped off at the shop today and we will see if the phrag is cutting them or what is going on. As far as the materials binding up in the tubs, it seems with the little ice we have had it is cutting it away from the axles. At least that is our guess since that is the only thing that has changed. We are doing a clean out after about 1/2 hr drive time. Last problem was heat in engine compartment. So we knew we couldn’t take the hoods off because they would fill up with debris so we installed a 3” bilge blower motor for a boat to bring fresh air in from the seating area since that’s the one place that doesn’t get full of stalks and junk. After the 20th we will be full at it so we’re trying to fix the problem now before we start putting some serious hours/ miles on the machines. We’re at 35 miles now and only have 1 1/2 ac down. This section we’re in is 14 ft tall. We took the old max out the other day, to try to make the Argos look bad, but there wasn’t any difference on the rubber tracks vs the plastic. You can only go over the wall of phrag with 1/2 the machine any more than that and they come to a complete stop in about 10 ft.

[john swenson]

theres been a used prinoth type tracked machine near my town for sale. when i drove by last summer it was still sitting there . looked to be a little bigger than a marsh master . looked in fairly good shape . if you ever want me to check on it let me know . i would buy it but but it's too big for the trails at busco atv park !! jboy

[Cupwalker]

We’re having some simple problems with the air valves going into the tires. They were dropped off at the shop today and we will see if the phrag is cutting them or what is going on. As far as the materials binding up in the tubs, it seems with the little ice we have had it is cutting it away from the axles. At least that is our guess since that is the only thing that has changed. We are doing a clean out after about 1/2 hr drive time. Last problem was heat in engine compartment. So we knew we couldn’t take the hoods off because they would fill up with debris so we installed a 3” bilge blower motor for a boat to bring fresh air in from the seating area since that’s the one place that doesn’t get full of stalks and junk. After the 20th we will be full at it so we’re trying to fix the problem now before we start putting some serious hours/ miles on the machines. We’re at 35 miles now and only have 1 1/2 ac down. This section we’re in is 14 ft tall. We took the old max out the other day, to try to make the Argos look bad, but there wasn’t any difference on the rubber tracks vs the plastic. You can only go over the wall of phrag with 1/2 the machine any more than that and they come to a complete stop in about 10 ft.

I had a similar problem with the valve stems on my zero turn lawnmower a couple summers back. Used to own a lot that had a rough uneven section...patchy grass, weeds, rocks, tree roots above ground and giant thorns that flattened my tires numerous times. Never figured out what was damaging the valve stems but I definitely found a cure. After a half dozen valve stem replacements I was fed up and decided to find a solution. Ended up finding all metal valve stems that can be installed without breaking the bead which was an added bonus for obvious reasons. If you're familiar with them already then disregard accordingly but if not and your problems continue I'd say the valve stems I'm talking about are exactly what you need. Lol of course I can't remember what they're called exactly or the brand name but I bought them from Amazon so I could easily find that info if you need it...Cup

[Delduck]

John PLEASE check on that machine if you can, I would greatly appreciate it. Love the metal valve stem idea. Just got 2 tires back and they put tubes in them. They said the stems were cut.

[Cupwalker]

John PLEASE check on that machine if you can, I would greatly appreciate it. Love the metal valve stem idea. Just got 2 tires back and they put tubes in them. They said the stems were cut.

The stems are made by Colby Valve. Package says "Ultimate Tire Valve System". Technically I misspoke, when installed there is a very small portion of the stem right at the base that's rubber. However, it's very small and because it's part of the seal its squeezed so tight that it's very rigid, sturdy etc and I would say next to impossible for phragmites to cut but I could be wrong. They're kinda pricey (2 per package for $28) but well worth it in my opinion. Got them on Amazon if you're interested...Cup

[ARGOJIM]

I looked these up last night, same principal as the live well plug like in the Response. They look like a good fix , for me, on the trail.
They would be worth del having incase a tube rips early in the day.

[john swenson]

delduck ...i got the name and phone # of the place that has the tracked machine ...next door welder says it's still there . they are only open on weekends so i'll call sat . and get all the info on it . my wifes got a picture of me on it on her phone . will try to get it posted later . we do you live exactly ? johnboy

[Delduck]

John, I can’t thank you enough. I’m right on the border of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware. I live in Delaware, but the farms are in southern NJ. Which is only 20 min away. I have truck, and trailer, and have no problem driving to pick something like that up. Thanks again for the help, keep me posted.

[Delduck]

Cup and Jim thanks for the replies on the tire values, I’ll be ordering some just to have for when this happens again.

[john swenson]

duck ...my wife found the picture of me on the tracked machine ...but not sure how to post it . put your cell # on here if you like and she can send it directly to you. will call the place sat . morn . putting the tracks on my max2 highboy ...may get up to 12 in. of snow sunday . yea !! i don't think you live to far from me ..i'm about 1.5 hr. to hagerstown md. and 2.5 to harrisburg pa. johnboy va.

[john swenson]

duck ...talked to the people this morning regarding the tracked machine and it has been sold ...maybe something else will turn up . johnboy

[Delduck]

John can’t thank you enough for trying.

[Cupwalker]

Cup and Jim thanks for the replies on the tire values, I’ll be ordering some just to have for when this happens again.

Been logged on but not actually on here for more than a few minutes at a time lately so I'm just getting around to responding sorry. You're welcome for the replies and I hope the valve stems solve your problem...Cup