Understanding the Importance of a Float Mod for Your UTV

Can-Am utility task vehicles (UTVs) are built to handle tough conditions, but even the best machines need help in extreme terrains. Adding a KWI Float Mod can significantly improve CVT clutch performance, reduce belt temperatures, and boost overall wheel horsepower, ensuring your UTV performs at its peak.

Wondering what a float mod is, how it works, and why you need it? Here’s everything you need to know about the KWI Float Mod for your UTV clutch system.

What Is a UTV Float Mod?

A UTV Float Mod, originally designed and offered by KWI Clutching, addresses critical misalignment issues in the clutch system of Can-Am vehicles. These misalignments, often present from the factory, prevent the clutch from achieving maximum efficiency.

A Float Mod corrects these alignment issues, allowing your clutch to operate in sync with the rest of your vehicle. This tried-and-tested upgrade significantly enhances your UTV’s performance in demanding environments.

Advantages of Adding Float Mod

Clutch misalignment in UTVs can occur for several reasons, including engine modifications, CVT clutch parts replacements, or rear differential replacements. Misalignment affects clutch performance, leading to inefficient power transfer, higher belt temperatures, and accelerated wear on clutch components. A Float Mod addresses these issues, restoring optimal alignment and improving overall vehicle performance.

Let’s break down the specific advantages of installing a KWI Float Mod:

Increases Your Wheel Horsepower

KWI’s Float Mod has been extensively tested, showing a significant increase in wheel horsepower. By improving clutch engagement and optimizing RPMs, the Float Mod enhances acceleration and delivers more power to the wheels, giving you better performance on challenging terrains.

Quieter Clutches

One of the main benefits of a Float Mod is eliminating belt chatter and clutch noise caused by misalignment and warped components. With precise machining and adjustments, your clutch system runs smoother and quieter, even in rough conditions, making your overall driving experience more reliable and comfortable.

Lower Belt Temperatures

Misaligned clutches generate excessive heat, which can shorten the life of your belt. KWI Float Mod reduces belt temperatures by correcting the misalignment, thus minimizing friction. Lower belt temperatures not only extend the belt’s lifespan but also improve your vehicle's reliability, allowing it to handle tough terrains and extensive riding without overheating.

Corrects Factory Belt Misalignment

Factory-installed misalignments are common in Can-Am UTVs and can prevent the clutch from performing at its best. KWI Float Mods correct these misalignments, resulting in a more efficient clutch system. This improvement enhances overall performance and reduces unnecessary wear, ensuring a more reliable and longer-lasting vehicle.

Fixes Warped Clutch Sheaves

Warped clutch sheaves are another common issue that affects clutch performance. Warping can occur during manufacturing or as a result of modifications. KWI Float Mods include precise CNC machining to correct warped sheaves, ensuring smoother and more consistent clutch engagement, which leads to a quieter, more efficient ride.

Stronger Mid-Range and Top-End Power

With the Float Mod installed, your UTV will have a noticeable boost in mid-range and top-end power. The mod fine-tunes the clutch system for better power delivery, improving acceleration, and making your vehicle more responsive. This enhanced power provides a more enjoyable driving experience, especially in performance-demanding situations like racing or climbing steep terrain.

What Does the Float Mod Include?

KWI Float Mods offer perfect clutch alignment, enhanced power, and improved efficiency. Several package options are available depending on your needs:

AO Series Kits: Provides precision power delivery.

Groovix Helix: Designed to keep belt temperatures low and provide an increase in performance, ideal for high-performance applications.

Dual Spring Secondary: Prevents belt slipping and enhances clutch performance under extreme conditions and high horsepower vehicles.

These options are available in the Float +, Float Pro, and Float Pro Max packages, depending on your desired level of performance.

Key Steps in the Float Mod Process

CNC Machining of Primary and Secondary Clutches

This process corrects any factory warping in both the primary and secondary clutches. You’ll need to send in your clutch for these adjustments, but the improvements are well worth the wait.

Upgrading Secondary Rollers 

KWI offers a Big Roller upgrade in the Float Pro Max package, preventing roller breakage. These heavy-duty rollers are more durable and reliable than standard components, ensuring longer-lasting performance under tough conditions.

Full-Service Calibration 

KWI will calibrate your clutch system and clutch kit to your vehicle setup to ensure the best performance.

To Wrap Up

Whether your Can-Am UTV is used for work, recreation, or racing, maintaining peak performance is essential. Modifications or part replacements can throw your clutch out of alignment, preventing you from fully harnessing the power of your vehicle. KWI Float Mods are designed specifically to address these issues. By ensuring optimal clutch alignment, you can unlock your UTV’s full potential, improving both power and reliability.

If you're interested in upgrading your UTV, contact the team at KWI Clutching today for more information on how to improve your vehicle’s performance.