Accessory Information; General; Cargo Tie-Downs (Part No. 614-06); Argo Track Systems (Standard Track And Super Track) - Argo 6 x 6 Vanguard Operator's Manual

11.1 GENERAL

This section deals with accessories that have been specifically
designed for the ARGO and can be purchased separately from
your dealer. Special operating procedures and safety precau-
tions must be observed before operating or using certain ac-
cessories.
11.2 CARGO TIE DOWNS (Part No. 614-06)
Cargo tie downs are intended to assist in securing a load in the
rear compartment of any Argo. Use rope or elastic cords,
laced over the load and through the tie down rings, to hold the
load in place.
Never attempt to raise the vehicle by using the tie down
rings as lifting points.
Never exceed gross vehicle weight. Never exceed the
maximum rear compartment weight for 6-wheelers (65
kg/140 lbs.).
11.3 ARGO TRACK SYSTEMS (Standard Track - Part
Nos. 615-25 & 815-25, Super Track - Part Nos. 625-00,
625-35 & 825-00)
There are two different types of track systems available for
use with the Argo, the standard track system and Super Track.
Standard tracks and Super Tracks are similar in basic design
and use the same pins and lock collars to join the segments
together. However, Super Tracks are wider than standard
tracks.
The track systems spread the weight of the vehicle over a larger
area than the tires, thereby reducing the ground pressure and
allowing the vehicle to stay on top of, rather than sinking into,
soft terrain.
The segmented track design allows the replacement of only
those segments that may have become damaged or worn with
use.
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Only use track segments that show the Argo trademark.
Other track systems may fail and damage axles, bear-
ings and the final drive system.
Track segments will wear prematurely if used over pave-
ment, gravel, rock or on any abrasive surface.
Temperature changes will cause the segments to expand or
contract and will also change the tire pressure. In order to
maintain suitable tension on the track system, observe the fol-
lowing precautions:
•
If the track-equipped vehicle is stored in a warm area, al-
ways allow the tires and tracks to reach the outdoor tem-
perature and re-check tire inflation before use.
•
Do not over-inflate tires (3 p.s.i. max.). Damage to the
lower body could result from the track segments rubbing
against the lower body.
•
Pay special attention to the tracks during the first few hours
of use. During this time the tracks may become loose/slack,
start touching the lower body or the tires may slip inside
the tracks. If this occurs check tire pressure. DO NOT
INFLATE OVER 3 psi. REMOVE THE HALF SEG-
MENT OF EACH TRACK IF REQUIRED TO RE-
DUCE SLACK.
Over-inflating the tires will cause excessive and prema-
ture wear of the tires and the Argo track system. Over-
inflation may also cause axle and/or bearing damage.
Under-inflation of the tires may allow them to slip in the
tracks or may lead to the unseating of the tire bead from
the wheel rim. The tires may climb out of the track sys-
tem during a turn or on side slope operation. Check that
all tires are correctly inflated. Avoid sharp, high speed
turns when the Argo is heavily loaded.

11.3.1 Operating Precautions

An Argo equipped with tracks has a reduced carrying capac-
ity in water. Tracked 6 wheel models have a 120 kg/264 lbs.
capacity. Tracked 8 wheel models have a 270 kg/589 lbs.
capacity. Refer to Section 5.6 of this manual for additional
information on safe operation in water.