I’ve got a dumb question. Which way does front driveshaft go in a 92 TRX300FW? Does spring go on the engine end. I’ve never had one out and I bought this one in pieces. I’m trying to get it ready for a ride.

Hi everyone, I am new on the forum board. I recently picked up a 1985 TRX250 for $350 not running. To me that seemed reasonable, after rebuilding the carb and cleaning out the gas tank, new fuel lines, new plug and a fresh oil change it is running great. Cranks over on first kick start or with electric start either way. The biggest issue I am having is the rims are beat up pretty bad and i can’t find anything to fit the 4/130 bolt pattern for the front. I hate that drag racing look of the huge tires in the back and those small tires in the front. There are some cracks in the plastic, but I have some ideas on how to fix that. Haven’t checked the brake lights yet but I figured that was an easy fix if I am ok with aftermarket stuff. Front brakes have to be pumped but can’t get into master cylinder, back brakes are adjusted good b/c those will almost throw me off the thing if I hit them hard. I think for its age this thing is in great shape, and for hauling dear out of the woods and an occasional ride with my brother in law I can’t beat a nicely running ATV for only $425 total after parts and all. I have a few questions of anyone cares to give some free advice.

1) I know I am missing the tube that goes from the airbox up under the fuel tank. Any idea of something I can use for that? I was thinking of some type of flex hosing but not sure what will work.

2) Front headlight wiring is shot and can’t find a light bulb for the light, any ideas on a light that I can replace the entire front headlight with?

3) Any ideas for front wheel adapter or a way to get wheels that won’t cost me a small fortune?

4) Master cylinder won’t open due to rounded rusty screws, front brakes work but I have to pump them, any idea how to open Master cylinder?

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Hit a bore drain while pig hunting. Now only the right hand reel wheel drives. Any idea on the problem?

I bought a used Recon. It is a 2001 and the tail light assembly is missing. Does someone have a picture so I can see what it is and where can I get the parts? Thanks for the assistance.

Last ride I was having trouble staying in gear and the clutch was slipping. I purchased new parts but was wondering if the old clutch plates look bad? The friction plates still have material on them but the metal disks look like they got very hot and discolored. Do these look normal?

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Last ride I was having trouble staying in gear and the clutch was slipping. I purchased new parts but was wondering if the old clutch plates look bad? The friction plates still have material on them but the metal disks look like they got very hot and discolored. Do these look normal?

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GUys, should I be putting an in line fuel filter on my 2000 400ex? It’s time to replace all the fuel lines, should I just buy some 1/4 inch fuel hose and add a fuel filter? What is everyone else doing? If your adding a filter, where are you locating it? Are you zip tying the filter to the frame, or letting it float? Thanks in advance for your answers.
Jimbo

GUys, should I be putting an in line fuel filter on my 2000 400ex? It’s time to replace all the fuel lines, should I just buy some 1/4 inch fuel hose and add a fuel filter? What is everyone else doing? If your adding a filter, where are you locating it? Are you zip tying the filter to the frame, or letting it float? Thanks in advance for your answers.
Jimbo

Hey all! I was hoping to get some feedback on best bang for my buck as far as full / slip on exhaust, jet kits, and air filters. I just picked this thing up a week ago and probably have about 14 hours on it. I am an adult rider (240 lbs.) and this little red devil will do 52 with my fat a** on it. Just hoping for a little more. Any help is greatly appreciated. I love it though as I am a vet with many nagging injuries and this is something to get me back out and riding

Hey all! I was hoping to get some feedback on best bang for my buck as far as full / slip on exhaust, jet kits, and air filters. I just picked this thing up a week ago and probably have about 14 hours on it. I am an adult rider (240 lbs.) and this little red devil will do 52 with my fat a** on it. Just hoping for a little more. Any help is greatly appreciated. I love it though as I am a vet with many nagging injuries and this is something to get me back out and riding