Rubber Track Maintenance

When to Replace Rubber Tracks on a Mini Excavator

If your machine is losing traction or riding rough, your excavator rubber tracks may be near end-of-life. Replacing tracks early prevents undercarriage damage and costly downtime.

Top Replacement Signs

• Deep cracking, chunking, or missing tread blocks.
• Repeated de-tracking or loose fit even after proper tension adjustment.
• Exposed steel cords or torn drive lugs on the inner surface.
• Noticeable vibration, slipping, or reduced pushing power in mud and aggregate.

How to Extend Track Life

Maintain proper tension, clean debris from undercarriage rollers, and avoid sharp spin turns on abrasive surfaces. Operator habits directly impact CTL rubber track life.

CFI Tire Service can help match replacement rubber tracks by machine make/model and by size for Bobcat tracks, Kubota tracks, ASV tracks, and more.