Category Archives: Repair & Maintenance

2015 Rubicon fuel in oil

December 24, 2015

I have a 2015 Rubicon with 95 miles on it. I sunk it last week. It was unintentional. Bike was up to the seat in mud for about 2 mins. Rode it back to camp about .5 mile, changed oil and took it home. Changed oil 4 times today before I put new Honda oil, filter, air filter, and spark plug in. Also changed the gear oil. Smoking a little bit, but it’s white and doesn’t stink. No knocking or ticking. All oil smelled like it had some fuel in it, but not a lot. I let it run 30-45 mins between changes. My question is, has anyone had a Rubicon engine rebuilt at the dealership? Looking for a very general price. I know it’s hard to tell without knowing what needs fixed inside. I figure piston, rings, valve seals, bearings and associated machine work. Mine is a manual footshift

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2015 Rubicon fuel in oil

December 24, 2015

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Front axle popped out of my 06 Rubicon.

December 23, 2015

I just noticed that the front spindle has popped out of the front differential on my 06 Rubicon. I don’t know how long it was driven like this but likely not in 4 wheel drive.
What do I need to look at for repair? Can I fix this myself? Does it need to be replaced?
Thank you for any guidance?

mods, I accidentally posted this in brakes and suspension but I think it may need to go here. I did not mean to over post. Please delete which ever one is out of line.

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400ex valves

December 23, 2015

I’m still having problems with my 400ex smoking and burning oil. I can see oil dripping out of the exhaust ports and have visibly seen the oil accumulate on the piston. I’ve replaced almost everything at this point am not thinking it has to be the valves. The theory I’ve gotten from so.e people is that oil is being sucked down from the head to the cylinder on the downstrokes because my valves aren’t seated right. They did look pretty bad before and them I cleaned all the junk off them and lapped them. So is this possible or maybe my springs are worn out and that is causing the port to open enough for oil to get sucked down?

I would just replace the valves and springs but this thing has already turned into a money pit and don’t want to spend more money on something g not needed.

Anyway I’m interested in what you guys think, thanks.

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400ex valves

December 23, 2015

I would just replace the valves and springs but this thing has already turned into a money pit and don’t want to spend more money on something g not needed.

Anyway I’m interested in what you guys think, thanks.

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First, there was the Guardian

December 22, 2015

Nick Clegg might well be starting the day with a smile on his face. First, there was the Guardian/ICM poll that found him on course – despite earlier polling predictions – to save his own seat.

But the Lib Dem leader has had a further boost from the Independent, which has backed him in an editorial that called for the continuation of the Conservative-Lib Dem coalition.

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First, there was the Guardian

December 22, 2015

Nick Clegg might well be starting the day with a smile on his face. First, there was the Guardian/ICM poll that found him on course – despite earlier polling predictions – to save his own seat.

But the Lib Dem leader has had a further boost from the Independent, which has backed him in an editorial that called for the continuation of the Conservative-Lib Dem coalition.

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Dont waste your time with the brand kimpex

December 22, 2015

I got a steering stem for my 400ex for x-mas from my brother and he didnt know any better and got me a aftermarket kimpex one. It is garbage. Would make a better paper weight. The thing is welded with the top plate crooked and its twisted. Luckily there ebay store has a good return policy cuz the piece of china s*** is going back. The cheap price looks great but its not worth it. And since they messed up such an easy part to make i would turn and run from anything else they make. Figured i would share my experiance to save someone the headache.

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1986 Honda TRX 200sx wheel wobble and cambered in HELP

December 21, 2015

Hi, I recently bought a 1986 Honda TRX 200sx Fourtrax. I just recently bought for something to ride and I know the engines are very reliable. Anyway the front wheel on the right side of the machine is very wobbly and cambered in. I think it is either a bad wheel bearing or bent spindle. But I am not completely sure. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

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No start on 2005 rancher 400

December 20, 2015

I have a 2005 rancher 400 that was running . It would run but cut out and die. It would restart but now it will not start. I cleaned the carb and replaced coil. It will turn over but I don’t think it is making in spark. Downloaded manual and am trying to figure out where to start. Could it be the cdi box went bad. Any help would be great. Keith

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Category Archives: Repair & Maintenance

2015 Rubicon fuel in oil

2015 Rubicon fuel in oil

Front axle popped out of my 06 Rubicon.

400ex valves

400ex valves

First, there was the Guardian

First, there was the Guardian

Dont waste your time with the brand kimpex

1986 Honda TRX 200sx wheel wobble and cambered in HELP

No start on 2005 rancher 400

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