Farm-Proofing a Daewoo Solar 55V: Steel Track Conversion
Customer: Family farm in North Carolina
Machine: Daewoo Solar 55V mini excavator
Use Case: Fencing, field work, rough farm roads, brush and debris
Problem: Rubber tracks snagging and ripping in rough terrain
Solution: Steel track conversion designed to run on the existing rubber-track undercarriage (no sprocket/roller/idler change)
Install Time: A few hours, two day delivery was received
Result: Better traction, zero snags, less downtime
The Challenge
On a farm, terrain is unforgiving—roots, stumps, wire, rock, and scrap can chew up rubber. Our North Carolina customer uses his Daewoo Solar 55V exclusively on the property and had already torn rubber tracks in the rough stuff. Like many owners, his biggest concern about switching to steel was the cost and complexity of a full undercarriage swap (new sprockets, rollers, idlers).
The Fix (Without the Expensive Extras)
We recommended a steel track conversion that’s built to run on the machine’s existing rubber-track undercarriage. That means no sprocket, roller, or idler change was required for this 55V—keeping the conversion straightforward and budget-friendly.
We shipped immediately; within a few days the tracks arrived and the customer went straight to install.
Quick, Clean Install
- Lifted and supported the machine safely
- Slacked the adjusters
- Removed the rubber tracks
- Wrapped on the steel tracks
- Master pins: “a piece of cake”
- Set proper tension and did a final walk-around
Total time: a few hours. Back to work the same day.
On-Farm Results
- No more snags or tears in the rough stuff
- Better bite and stability on uneven ground
- Lower downtime and fewer mid-project interruptions
- Confidence working along fence lines, woodlots, and rocky lanes
“Do I need new sprockets, rollers, or idlers?”
Short answer: not necessarily. For many machines like this Daewoo Solar 55V, our steel conversion is engineered to run on your existing rubber-track undercarriage. If your components are excessively worn, we’ll flag that during quoting and offer options—but in this case nothing needed to be changed.
Care & Tension Tips for Steel
- Recheck track tension after the first day and weekly afterward
- Keep adjusters greased and moving freely
- Knock off packed mud to reduce wear
- Inspect pins and bushings during routine service
Thinking About a Steel Conversion?
If you’re working off-road—pastures, timber, rocky farm trails—a steel conversion can be a smart, durable upgrade that pays for itself by eliminating rubber track damage and downtime.
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