1994 Max II front sprockets

[tvangsne]

Very new to the 6x6 world. And what a beastly one it is. I've got a 1994 Max 2 (got secondhand) and front drive sprockets are shot (currently no chains on those). I understand the drums and sprockets are together on the shaft and have to be replaced as a unit. Any suggestions on where to purchase since no longer made and idea on price/work involved? Also it takes quite a bit of force to turn with the levers. Does this have anything to do with front chains off or probably something much more dire? Thanks for any help.

Travis

[countrycummins99]

without the front two drive axles it will be tough to steer i am sure you can call recreatives and get replacement sprocket tubes for it or another forum member probable has some lying around.

[thebuggyman1]

Have to ask: Are you sure the rest of your sprockets are good? If the front chains wore out the sprockets, the rears probably did the same. It might be time for a complete upgrade.

[tvangsne]

Great thoughts guys...rears are probably shot. I do know they ran the front chains loose. So recreatives said they quit making the older drum style brakes after 94 and no longer stock what I need sprocketwise. But you are saying I still should be able to get sprocket tubes that work and don't have to replace the whole combination?

[budzinsk]

Hi Guys. I went through this several months ago. I think you have 3 options:

1. You can purchase new sprockets from Recreatives, which work for disc brakes. Then you need to take them to a machine shop and have them weld on pieces of pipe to make the drum. This should not be a big deal, but it is still a hassle.
2. Just used the sprockets from Recreatives as is and hope you do not need to use the brakes. I do not recommend this since I had my trani pop out of gear once time and I lost all control of the machine and had to use the brakes... Still it is an option if you are adventurous..
3. Find a used set from a member. This is what I was lucky enough to do. The board is full of great people (especially Thebuggyman), who hopefully can help...

Good luck!
Rob

[phabib]

I'm taking option 4 right now. I bought some tube and sprockets and I'm making new ones. While I'm at it, I'm converting to disc brakes. I got the rotors and calipers from a go cart place. I'll need to bore out the hub on the rotors and make a new mount for the calipers.

You can get the sprockets from Surplus Center for about $15 each.

[tvangsne]

Thanks Rob for the good info!