and even w/o a warrenty belts are 40 bucks so its not like its a hefty cost to replace

 

2000 Scrambler 400 2x4
-tongue 30 lbs
-tow 850 lbs

yours should be about the same, check the sticker on the rear end.

 

Thanks guys, I appreciate the information. Most of the hauling I would be doing would be less than 500lbs for sure.

And yeah it would appear that "getting with the program" when you start is the ticket to keeping the belt happy.

BigBad,

I'm curious about your idea as well......would changing the front sprocket, adding a different pipe, or a different clutch spring help the bottom end and help keep things alive longer?

 

You dont want to mess with the gearing on these. It will screw with the 4wd system. A pipe wont make much difference with towing. Power is not a problem. The scrambler has the power to move it. Gettign it to the ground without burning a belt is the issue. I think that with a change of the primary spring to one with a lower engagement, you could prolong the life of the belt. Give Rick at RCR a call and see what he recommends for a spring

 

If you are looking to tow with the Scrambler go with what BBS said. Talk to RCR to get an appropriate primary spring for towing.

850lbs is the tow limit on my 1998 Scrambler 500.

 

I tow a two place atv trailer around all the time with my scrambler. Obviously if what you are towing has wheels, it will be much easier.

 

I think GTPUSA hit it right on. He looked in the owners manual. My owners manual says my Trailblazer is rated for 850 lbs. I think the key is, don't let the belt slip.
I hope this helps you Skirider [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]
BryceGTX

 

The real important thing here is wether it's rolling weight or dead weight. Towing a 500lb log on a trailer is much easier than dragging a 500lb log. If you plan on using a trailer, pulling 850lbs is not a big deal. If your trying to pull stumps, get a different quad. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

 

great point fishslab [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]

 

I know that the sportsman 400 will tow 1250 pounds 500 SP should be about 1500 or so.