Though not equipped with 4x, I don’t miss it for the riding and work I’m doing at the stables. We’re not mudders and I avoid water like the plague. This 2006 Rancher came running well, but filthy.
So far I’ve:
– thoroughly power cleaned it with body plastics off
– redone most electrical connections with terminal cleaner and dielectric grease
– rebuilt the rear drum brake panel (and new shoes), replaced the foot brake cable (still need to replace the hand cable)
– removed oxidation from body plastics
– inspected and changed all fluids (diff, crankcase)
– cleaned, repaired and painted front carrier and front skid
– added "seat" pad for 2-up riding
– added Norchill soft cooler pack for long days away from substinance
Soon to come:
– replacing 10" rear stock rims (and Bearclaws) with stock 12" rims from another honda
– rebuilding the front brakes
– adding an LED "headlight" that turns with the handlebars w/relay and switch
– adding some LED rear lighting for tasks (w/switch)
– repair (weld) rear carrier and repaint
– add motorcycle horn (w/momentary contact switch)
– replace one damaged tie-rod end
This is such a minor build in comparison to my last! It’s actually easy and fun since I can ride too! We’ll be at horse show this weekend and I’ll post up some pics once we’re back. :icon_wink:
Binski
