Reinstalling a rubber track on your mini digger can feel like wrestling a stubborn anaconda, but with the right approach and a little patience, you’ll have it back on and ready to roll. Here’s how to tackle this essential maintenance task without losing your cool—or your fingers.
First, safety comes first. Park your mini digger on a flat surface, engage the parking brake, and shut off the engine. Elevate the side with the damaged or displaced track using the boom and safety props. This creates the space you need to maneuver the rubber track back into place.
Next, it’s time to loosen the tension. Locate the grease fitting on the track adjuster. By releasing some grease through the relief valve, you’ll retract the idler, giving you extra slack to work with. Don’t go overboard; a controlled release is all you need to make the track more manageable.
Now comes the real challenge: positioning the track. Start by aligning the track’s inner lugs with the sprocket and idler. Hook the track over the top of the sprocket first. Slowly rotate the sprocket by hand or by gently engaging the controls to guide the track onto the rollers and idler. Think of this as a dance—slow, deliberate moves are key.
For the final stretch, use a pry bar to nudge the track fully onto the rollers if necessary. Make sure the track is properly seated on all components and check its alignment. Once it’s in position, add grease back into the adjuster to restore the correct tension. Tighten until there’s minimal sag in the track, but don’t overdo it—too much tension can accelerate wear.
Test it out. Lower your mini digger back onto the ground and move it forward and backward a few times to ensure the track is secure and functioning properly. If it’s slipping or not aligned, make the necessary adjustments.
At Fulian, we not only offer durable, high-quality rubber tracks for your mini diggers, but we’re also here to provide guidance on installation and maintenance. Our tracks are designed to withstand tough conditions, offering excellent grip, durability, and reliability for all your construction needs.
If reinstalling the track feels like a battle or you’re unsure of the condition of your existing ones, it might be time for an upgrade. Contact Fulian today, and let us equip your mini digger with premium rubber tracks that deliver performance you can trust.
Fulian Operation Team
2024.11.12
