Skid Steer Track Change-Out
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What happens here
The video demonstrates how to change a skid steer track, a task that can be done by one person with the right technique and tools. The process involves popping out a bolt to release a grease nipple, which allows the track's tension to be released. A specialized track handler pad is inserted into the track's front roller area to facilitate rolling the track off. The skid steer's own hydraulics are then used to lift the machine, allowing the old track to be maneuvered off and the new track to be installed. This quick change-out demonstrates the ease of switching tracks to adapt to different seasonal or job requirements.
Goal: Demonstrate the process of changing a skid steer track.
Tools and materials
- Kubota SVL 75-2 Skid Steer Kubota — The machine on which tracks are being changed
- Track Handler Pad — To help roll the track off the machine's rollers
- Wrench/Socket N/A — To remove the bolt for the grease nipple