All posts by dstech

tranny output shaft

walked out to start the gade and relized the transmission was leaking out of the rear output seal. i went to change the seal and the driveshaft was a little stuck on the splines so i had to tap on it to get it off the splines, i installed the new seal and went to put the driveshaft back on and the wear ring on the driveshaft doesnt even push into the seal, even with the bolt through the driveshaft all the way tight pushed up against the output shaft the driveshaft will not push in to the seal and the tranny is pukin oil everywhere because the driveshaft wont push into the seal! im lost on what to do except pull the gearbox and split the case. the output shaft has pushed farther out and wont go back in

Front Shocks

I cant for the life of me and the internet find replacement shocks for my 2003 quest 650xt camo. Bombardier has discontinued them and JD has no cross over part #s. Searched the internet and came up empty. Any help would be appreciated. Located in BC Canada.

THX

Mixing Radials with Bias Ply

I just bought a used 07 Outy 500 Max XT. The front tires are worn out but the rear still have a lot of tread. Original Carlisle ACT radials on atv. I have been using Kenda Bear Claws bias ply on Honda Ranchers and like the tire for my riding area. Can I put bias ply up front?

2007 Outlander 500 Max HO EFI XT speedometer issues

Hi you all, I just purchased a 2007 Outy 500 Max XT and the speedometer is stuck on hours. I read all threw the internet, found out how to remove speedometer opened it up and the rod that contacts to the rubber push button was just bouncing around. I glued it to the rubber push button and still nothing. I see that the 08 model had a magnet on it. Does the 07 have a magnet? Also a lot of rust where the rod pushes in on the speedometer itself. I tried to clean up the rust and got to work erratically. If I get a new speedo does the dealer have to initialize it with BUDS software? Its also stuck on kilometers not mph (US model) I guess dealer change also?

Thanks,

Had it for 3 months…wondering about others

Had the bike for 3 months, bought new, so far I have 1200 km on it and about 50 hours, took it in for the first service. So far I like the power but not that impressed with the number of problems.

– Switch wouldn’t work, had to have it cleaned and greased.
– Power steering is being changed under warranty it is no longer working.
– The brake oil reservoir is leaking (on handle bar).
– Had a number of incidents with key not recognized.
– Leak indicator tube has oil in it, was told it was normal by tech now they are changing a rotary seal (or something) because apparently it is not normal to have anything in there, go figure that’s what the manual says.

I don’t ride hard, nor mud. I had to laugh when I was told the switch and key was dirty … no one told the engineers at BRP where these machines used? I also have this ‘womp womp womp womp’ noise when under load which makes me think it is going to fall apart but apparently it’s part of the Can-Am orchestra… anyone else hear the same?

I know these are not huge problems and thankfully I have a decent dealership but is this par for the course?

no brakes

Honda 99 250 recon.at a loss.rebuilt master cylinder,pistons,new shoes .tried to bleed them and still no firm lever at all.noticed when I pump lever bubbles come out of master cylinder.could this be a bad rebuilt kit or did I not seat something right? if I open up bleeder screws will the fluid come out without pumping lever?if it does come out would this indicate a leaking m-c?

Silly Question, How do I start this thing? 2000 Sportsman 500

I just picked up a non-running 2000 Sportsman 500 to clean up and refurbish as a fall project. I cannot figure out how to start it or attempt to start it. What I though was the push button start turns out to be a reverse override button. I thought maybe it was a keyed ignition but it just clicks once to turn on the power to the machine. The Red stitch on the unit has 3 positions and in the middle position lights come on and the unit seems to have power but in the far right position it just shuts everything off. Sorry to sound like a newbie here but I have owned Yamaha’s my entire life this is my first Polaris so Its just a little different.

Trying to trouble shoot what’s wrong but if I knew the starting sequence that would help.

Make a Honda Fourtrax 300 1988 drive again

Hello I’m new at The Honda ATV forum,
My name is Dennis and I purchased a beaten, trashed en abused 1988 Fourtrax 300 2×4. The quad is in really bad shape, but I like a challenge :yeahbaby01:
I live in the Netherlands and I was wondering if there are some people in the Netherlands or in Europe who can help me out with some good parts to make my Fourtrax 300 run good again.

What do I need:
– Right front brake drum with brake cylinders and brake pads
– Handlebar main brake cylinder with lever
– A straight and play free rear axle with hubs
– And some other small parts

There is also a problem with shifting the gears, the shift pedal serrations are gone on the pedal and the axle. Shifting the gears is hard and goes heavy. Will adjustment be the solution for this problem?
It’s a miracle that the engine is starting en running fine. The engine sounds like new. That is why I like to put some time and effort in this quad and make it run and brake good again. It would be nice if someone in the Netherlands or close to the Netherlands can help me out.

Thanks in advance,
Dennis

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Make a Honda Fourtrax 300 1988 drive again

Hello I’m new at The Honda ATV forum,
My name is Dennis and I purchased a beaten, trashed en abused 1988 Fourtrax 300 2×4. The quad is in really bad shape, but I like a challenge :yeahbaby01:
I live in the Netherlands and I was wondering if there are some people in the Netherlands or in Europe who can help me out with some good parts to make my Fourtrax 300 run good again.

What do I need:
– Right front brake drum with brake cylinders and brake pads
– Handlebar main brake cylinder with lever
– A straight and play free rear axle with hubs
– And some other small parts

There is also a problem with shifting the gears, the shift pedal serrations are gone on the pedal and the axle. Shifting the gears is hard and goes heavy. Will adjustment be the solution for this problem?
It’s a miracle that the engine is starting en running fine. The engine sounds like new. That is why I like to put some time and effort in this quad and make it run and brake good again. It would be nice if someone in the Netherlands or close to the Netherlands can help me out.

Thanks in advance,
Dennis

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