They look almost the same as the stock ones just with a bigger tip on them which I see now you can buy to install on our factory ones

 

Going to get a set when ever they are available

 

I think it's got a replaceable carbide tip now. Been running carbide tipped ones on the tunnel and not impressed with how fast they still wear. Consider the added cost of the carbide tipped ones compared to no carbide. You can get replacement springs for the rail mounted ones on eBay for like $20 per side with shipping. Just bought three sets. The broad surface of the carbide may throw up more snow but if you're riding on close to ice I wonder how effective they are compared to the single spring cutting into the ice. JMO

 

I need a spring where did you find this on ebay

 

I only put my scratchers down when needed. I do not back up with them even though I can, and I do not leave them down when I load my sleds in the trailer.

A lot of guys run them down all the time then complain when they wear out..

I've had the same rail mount scratchers on my sled for six years now and they still work fine.

Don~

 

I have these new style ones but have never had any previously to compare their function with. They do have replaceable tips now. I understand everything else is the same as the previous tunnel mount ones. I assume if used only as needed they should last until I do something dumb to kill them.

 

I too only put them down when needed. Last year was my first year with the rail mount doo ones and they work fantastic. Although I did a cross the UP trip which was about 800 miles. Beginning of the trip I must have caught a log or something and broke off the mount that holds it up when not in use. These were brand new. 800 miles later one of them broke off right at the rail. The springs don't last forever is what I learned. This was a trip with all trail and no cross country riding. Now I really use them sparingly.

 

Hey the one that mount on the back of the tunnel. The little rail ones will break off after a while

 

the only thing new about those new rail mounted scratchers is the replaceable tip and the rail adaptor for the wheel. (now the wheel stays on)
so I do think they are a upgrade
SPI makes the replacement springs

 

the only thing new about those rail mounted scratchers is the replaceable tip and the rail adaptor for the wheel. SPI makes the replacement springs

Reread the entire thread. So the "New" ones are just better looking. LOL

 

I bought a rail mounted set last year. Installed them and never had to use them. They broke off at the end of the coil.

 

Guys, I am talking about these. I believe they are new this year and backordered so I doubt anyone has tried them yet.
SKU

860202330

 

I have had these on order since i seen them in April. they still are not available and on back order.

 

yes that is what we all are talking about
NEW ....it is made to replace the wheel mount, the old went behind the wheel or remove the wheel
so thats cool....

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these are the old style cheap replacments

 

Chris, the ones you show are different than the "New" ones. They are close but not the same. The ones you are talking about (#860201728) have been around for years. I may end up with them if the "New" ones Part #860202330 are not available. I appreciate your help. ✌

 

I do like how the ones you mention mount up front.

 

No availability date at the present time

 

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Hope the link works, not good at tech stuff.

 

I too am interested in the new version. Can’t find any instructions to see where they mount. The old ones require removing idlers.


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I agree the new ones are the way to go...if you dont want the tunnel mount version (I like mine)
or want the cheapo version
but they may not be available untill later in the season

 

I don't have a Gen 4 but I don't think you need to remove Wheels for all applications. Could be wrong. At least on the XS chassis. They're very effective even in the middle of the rail.

 

Yes you could relocate but directions where to remove both front idler wheels


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From what I can see the tunnel mount ones will not work with smart shocks Thus my dilemma.

 

Tunnel ones work with smart shocks, no worries there.

 

I’m pretty sure the new style actually Mount to the rail and then the idler wheel mounts to the outside of the ice scratch your mount
There was a pic somewhere

 

Yup, Wheel mounts to this.

 

My dealer opened a case with BRP since i had ordered a set. They were cancelled. BRP said they are pushed out until MY 24 now... I had two sets on order since April..

 

860202387

 

For what it's worth...these do exist, I just installed my pair last night, they are the ONLY scratchers that work with 129" smart shox sleds (the tunnel mount don't work with 129, only 137), and they're awesome. So...yeah.

 

Mine came in yesterday. 😁