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At this time of
year, many compact tractor pulling contests are Being held at fairs and various
shows. In order to get the maximum Performance from the Elec-Trak tractors in dead weight sled
pulling Contests, you must do the following: 1. HITCH POINT. As you
know, the hitch
point can be very critical Depending upon the type of sled used and height of the
connection to The sled, the hitch point on the tractor may have to be varied.
If Possible, review the type if sled being used before you go
to the Contest or make your pull. In most cases, the optimum pull
point is 10” to 12” above the
ground level. The standard hitch on the Elec-Trak tractor is designed
for conventional use and is not the best hitch point for pulling
contests. We will have an optional heavy duty hitch available in a few months,
however many dealers have already made up their own hitch
for these events. A heavy rope over each side of the axle
housing will do a better job than the conventional hitch (hitch) was designed lower for the lawn cart and
sweeper). Be very careful when hooking up to the sled that your hitch point
to the Elec-Trak tractor is not lower than the hitch point to the
sled. If The point of hitch is lower on the tractor than on the sled,
the Weight will tend to lift the rear wheels off the ground when
you Begin to pull. You want some down pull on the rear of the
tractor. If you are allowed extra weight, fill tires for maximum
advantage 2. TIRE PRESSURE Between 4 to 8lbs. of tire pressure in the
rear wheels gives optimum traction.
You must be careful that you do not reduce the tire
pressure to much, or you will end up breaking the bead and have
a flat tire during the pull. Extra large (width) tires can also be used effectively,
especially when filled. 3. GEAR SELECTION In a pull contest from a dead stop, the trans- axle lever should
be in the LL position. In this position, the tractor has maximum
pull capability. In a time/weight contest (i.e., load- ing a moving sled
use L position. 4. SPEED CONTROL LEVER POSITION The speed/control lever must be in the THIRD position for maximum torque. This third
position is located By listening to the clicks as you push the throttle forward.
You Will hear three (3) distinct clicks from the control panel
area. You should be sure to recognize this third position so that
when you Enter the pull contest, you can get into the right
speed control setting. When starting the pull content, immediately push the lever
into this third Position and LEAVE IT there during the entire pull. 5. ADDING WEIGHT In most cases, additional weight
will not be needed for traction.
However, to assure the front end does not lift in weight/speed contests, it may be advisable to leave
the mower attached. Keep it raised to it’s full lift position. I found this in some Elec-Trak things, Looks like it might from 1972 Keith
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