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I'm also thinking about swapping in a Honda 9hp 4 stroke. New 40 series clutch on engine too. Would than be enough to putt around?

Frame is in good condition, just the motor mounts are bad. What would be down side other than vibration to solid mounting the engine? That should fix my belt issue.

Swapped the stock carb to a round slide, but seems too small to rev properly.
Also fixed trans, shifter rod had sheared woodriff key. shifts correctly now.
However that uncovered whole new set of...

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I'm in Madison Va. So after I pulled motor, I cleaned points, wired up a battery and SPARK! With a shot of fuel she fired right up. thanks! Crank bearings sound bad just hand rolling over, so I want...

thanks, Read some about trans issues, may be bent shifter fork... trans coming out next. pulled motor out today. Tried to remove flywheel cover, but couldn't get to the bottom bolts. Removed...

I just got a non running 6x6 and can't decide what to fix and what to replace.
Not sure on the year or model.
It has a JLO 297 single. The trans id tag is gone, but I know its not a T20.
trans...

I did it, it took about 5 trips to local DMV, lots of waiting room time, and few calls to Richmond, but its done. The hang up was Recreatives Industries, the maker of Max machines was not in DMV of...

My other odd atv is a Deere AMT 5 wheeler, is uses 9" rims (may be 9x9) and has 25X12X9 tires.
Lots of side wall, as it has no rear suspension either.

I may do some testing and post my results.
weight it takes to sink a 12" rim and tire VS 8":hmmmm2:

I was thinking a 8 inch rim would be lighter than a 12" rim and displace more water = float better.
using same height and width tire.
any thoughts?

Thanks guys, yes it runs great, lots of power once I got throttle and govenor adjusted. Current tires are fast swimmers too. I've posted more pics in my gallery. And posted some tire questions in...

Just got this 96 Max IV, and loving it.
However it does have some issues I'd like to improve.
It has 26" tires on 12" rims with awesome grip but rough ride.
Maybe even too much grip? Tears grass...

hello all, this is my latest 6x6, its a whole new ball game compared to my last 6x6.
Which was a 70's Attex with a 2 stroke single cylinder, slick tires etc.
This machine is a 96 Max IV with 20hp V...

SOLD! Thanks for the great web site, lots of great info.

Ok I plan on making fenders, full skid pan, and full floor pan. Some type of cage, of course it wouldn't float again.

Thanks for the great repair info.
Any idea the price of the lower body?
Is frame strong enough to run with out body? I'd like to see some pics of any with out the bodies.

Been wheeling my Attex for few weeks now and love it. But have had lot of issues, the lastest is the body cracking, breaking. I know its old plastic, so I'm looking at my options for keeping it...

Over the hill from ya in Madison Va. Would like to know if there are 6x6 meets? Or general ATV rides set up, when and where?

Thanks to the great info on this site, helps keep these old toys going!