BOMBARDIER 1980 Shop Manual page 298

Reposition vehicle on the ground. Position the adjustment
cams at the lowest elevation then apply downward pres-
sure on the seat of vehicle and connect the shock
absorber. Attach front stopper strap.
O NOTE: There are many installation positions for the
stopper strap. The recommended position provides
maximum traction and steering efficiency for almost every
snow condition. However, for very special purposes or
snow condition,
it
may become necessary to alter this
setting. Lengthening the strap (1 st hole) has the same
effect as shifting the weight toward rear of vehicle; as
a result, traction is increased but steering efficiency is
decreased. Inversely. by shortening the strap length (last
hole). traction is decreased while steering efficiency and
effort are increased.
ADJUSTMENT
Track tension
Lift read of vehicle and support it off the ground. Allow
track to extend normally. There must be a gap of 13
mm
(~")
between slider shoe and bottom inside of track,
on each side.
o
13mm
SECTION 06
SUB-SECTION 02 (SLIDE SUSPENSION)
To adjust tension, loosen or tighten adjuster bolts located
on inner side of rear idler wheels.
O NOTE: Track tension, track alignment and ride
adjustment are interrelated adjustments. The mea-
surement given for ride adjustment is initial. When ride
adjustment is finalized for snow condition and driver
suitability,
it
may be necessary to readjust track tension
and alignment to specifications.
Track alignment
After track tension has been corrected start the engine
and accelerate slightly so that track turns slowly. Check
that track is well centered.
The distance between the edges of the track guides and
the slider shoes should be equal on both sides.
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WARNING: Before checking track alignment. en-
sure that the track is free of all particles which
could be thrown out while track is rotating. Keep hands,
feet, tools and clothing clear of track,
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