{"product_id":"qsc-torque-lock-conversion-canam-defender-non-xmr","title":"QSC TORQUE LOCK CONVERSION CANAM DEFENDER NON XMR - QSC CLUTCHING CANAM PRIMARY CLUTCH","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_badf2ff9e6f349cc\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eQSC Torque Lock Conversion\u003c\/b\u003e is a specialized internal re-engineering of the Can-Am Defender’s primary clutch. While standard clutch kits are limited by the factory geometry, the Torque Lock system replaces the most critical internal component—the spider—to fundamentally change how the clutch shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eBy replacing the OEM part with a custom \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003ebillet spider\u003c\/b\u003e, QSC has relocated the roller positions. This mechanical change allows for a \"taller\" shift weight design that is physically impossible to run with a stock spider, resulting in a dramatic increase in belt-clinching force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Mechanical Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe primary goal of the Torque Lock Conversion is to eliminate the \"lazy\" initial engagement common in utility-focused UTVs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnhanced Belt Squeeze:\u003c\/b\u003e The taller weight profile provides significantly more \"pinch\" on the belt at low RPMs (off-idle), which prevents slipping and premature belt wear under heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Acceleration:\u003c\/b\u003e Because the belt is held tighter, more power is transferred directly to the wheels throughout the entire shift curve, making the machine feel much more responsive and \"snappy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBillet Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e The new spider is CNC-machined from high-grade billet aluminum, offering far more structural integrity than the factory cast-aluminum piece, especially in high-torque or high-heat environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Calibration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis conversion is designed as a direct internal replacement, avoiding the high cost of a completely new billet primary clutch assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrimary Disassembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Simply remove the factory spider and shift weights from your existing primary clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConversion:\u003c\/b\u003e Install the QSC Billet Spider and the included set of adjustable shift weights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePre-Calibrated:\u003c\/b\u003e QSC ships these kits with the shift weights pre-configured for your specific vehicle setup, ensuring a \"bolt-in\" experience that works right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eWhy Choose the Torque Lock over a Standard Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQSC Torque Lock Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard \"Spring \u0026amp; Weight\" Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpider Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCustom Billet (Relocated Rollers)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,2,0\"\u003eFactory Cast (Fixed Position)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight Geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0\"\u003eTaller, High-Leverage Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,2,0\"\u003eRestricted to OEM Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBelt Grip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,1,0\"\u003eMaximum \/ High-Force\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,2,0\"\u003eStandard \/ Improved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCost\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,1,0\"\u003eMid-Tier (High Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,2,0\"\u003eLowest Cost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Because the spider rollers have been repositioned, this system \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003erequires\u003c\/b\u003e the use of the QSC-specific shift weights provided in the kit. 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