Lower A Arm Bracing

Got my lower a arm braces on. These are Fett Brothers....

Looks a lot like the grip-n-rip that I just put on!

Here is hoping this isn't going to make the e-module blow out in the event of another 'found' stump. I am considering putting some holes in the a-arms to make SURE they are the weak link in the system. Thoughts?

dave

Hey those look like the ones I got Brian!

Why, yes they doo!!

Seems like I remember Thumbdoctor recommending something like that Dave.

I believe he did too John. That cast aluminum looks pretty week. These will fore sure protect them and all that they are attached to.

corrosion inside the A-Arms from trapped water is what would worry me. I commented in the thread about it,asking what he thought about that aspect,but it never got replied to...

I think if it was done, you would have to find some plastic plugs to glue in the holes to keep the unwanteds out.

I was thinking either drill at the 'low' point so they drain and/or a little dab of silicone to seal them up. Any idea what size hole to put in? Is 1/8th too big?

If you want a little spendier, go with one of the light-weight cro-moly arm kits. You lose the weight and they are not as strong as the stock steel. Friend of mine put a set on his Nytro MTX (yes he has done a LOT to that sled!) and they lasted a whole 2 hours at Togwotee before he 'tapped' a tree hard enough to fold them up... I want to say the per-arm replacement cost isn't bad (same or less than a stock replacement from the dealer) but buying the whole system up front is what gets you!

Well - off to put some more 'stuff' back together on the sled!
dave

I think Thumbdoctor suggested putting somewhere in the middle of the rear tube. That would allow the A-Arm to fold back easier, bending at the weak point created by the hole..I believe it he said 3/32,but can't find the thread ,the site's domain must be gone..