Maybe you will find this interesting or relate. My father-in-law bought this machine many years ago. When he passed it was used for farm work and the kids abused it. Time took it’s toll and several years ago it was abandoned under a tree. It was so far gone no one else was interested in bringing it back into action. . I wanted to save it from the junk pile so mom gave it to me.
It didn’t start, it didn’t stop.
The clutch cover had a rub through and had water in it. I cleaned the clutches and put a new style cover on, The belt was as narrow as a country road at 100 miles a hour. The carb and gas tank needed cleaning. The spring seat over the needle was not in place so the needle was floating. I replaced the tank petcock. The plug was fowled. I installed a new fuel pump and lines. After this it started and ran fine. Next was chain and sprockets, 2 master cylinders, 5 sets of brake pads, Brake lines, 2 chain guards, Lube, oil, filter. And a new set of wheels and tires for the front. with tie rod ends.
Now I think the last piece is the seat that I am having such a hard time finding.
This machine is a 1998 Big Boss 6×6 500cc.
I almost gave up when I took a compression check and it was only 75 pounds. lol
If no….. when we get it finished I will post pictures if you like ?
Did I mention how bad I need a seat or just the base?

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