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what size is the chain on a 98 MAX IV?
any suggestions on where to buy it?
any suggestions on where to buy it?
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Last edited by Mike; 12-12-2012, 08:49 PM. Reason: moved thread from Transmission forum to Max forum -
98 is around the time they switched from#50 chain to O-ring chain.....on some models anyway. You will have to find out which one you have.
For the replacement chain, try Ebay, and stick to high quality chain like Diamond or Tsubaki brands. cheap chain doesn't last. -
If it has orings between the sideplates its #530. Buggyman is right about the change over in that year there was a few built an odd Tsubaki chain that took special masterlinks. If it has #50 it can be replaced with #530 if you want to spend the extra$.Comment
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correct me if I'm wrong but
#50, #520 and #530 chain are the same and are 5/8" link to link.
#50 has a 3/8" width.
#520 has a 1/4" width.
#530 has a 3/8" width, just like #50 chain. 520 and 530 are motorcycle rated
so i basically I should have 3/8" sprockets #50Last edited by fastEd; 12-13-2012, 10:39 AM.Comment
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YES, you are correct. On the MaxII's the axle to axle chain is 520 (narrow sprockets), but I don't know if they did that to the MaxIV's or kept the same wide sprockets?????Originally posted by fastEd View Post
The o-ring chain is more costly, but after having it on my Bigfoot, I like it. It's stronger, less stretch, and if you use a dry lube (goes on wet) the tub stays a lot cleaner.Comment
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I bought my chanis from Graingers. They generally have to order it in a it takes a day or so to get. You will probably need a chain tool and some extra master links and possibly some half links. Mine was an older model and used #50 for most chains and #60 for two between the jackshafts and center sprockets.Last edited by Russell King; 12-19-2012, 12:33 AM.Comment
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I got the chain at Tractor supply $27 for 10' of #50 and $3.99 for 4 master links..... all of it was in stock too.
on to the next step of the resto bilge pumps and deciding on a location.Comment
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