2003 Polaris 3 PRO X Factory Service Manual, Page 268Get this manual
REAR SUSPENSIONTRACKTRACTION Traction
Too few studs will allow the track to spin, resulting in excessive wear or damage to the studsA loose condition can result from too many dull studsFront end pushing can result from too many sharp studsAfter studs are installed, it's important to install carbide skags to ensure maximum steering controlSee the diagrams belowLoosenot enough rear traction or too much carbide Pushingtoo much rear traction or not enough carbide