My name is Trever and i live in belmont county ohio. I finially got my first 6X6 Hustler 980. It runs and moves needs tires for sure. I hear lots of clunking chains are for sure way loose......not sure where to begin gettin this thing sea worthy. Hope you all can lead me towards some fun rides this winter! Maybe I will find someone close to me that can help me learn
treverds,,,
Welcome to the amphibious forum. Good luck with the Hustler 980. Hustler 980,s are getting harder and harder to find. With some 26 inch , Interco, ASX tires installed on a Hustler " Bigfoot "980, it becomes one awesome mud machine.
well a friend of mine is selling me what i believe is a 1970 scrambler,it has a 14hp motor I would like it to be a project for me and my son to work on together,clean it up do repairs get it running throw some paint on it and just have a blast with it.how can i find more information on them on buying parts would be a great start thanks talk to all later "Redman"
Welcome to the site. For your scrambler, whenever you find what parts you need, just post here in the wanted section. You may be surprised at what you can find from the members here. Lots of parts can be purchased from your local auto parts / bearing supply stores. If you need specialty parts someone here can point you in the right direction if you know what you are looking for.
Have fun!
what do i need to check on this thing first. How do I tell if bearings are bad or should i just see how it drives. I want to keep from breaking things that arent broke. Need some advice. Seems like someone coated everything in grease instead of using chain lube am having a hard time cleaning it already went through 35 dollars in degreaser and it still isnt close to clean. I think I broke a chain adjuster on the right side primary tensioner that moves the sprocket up and down. I will take some pictures so you guys can answer my questions.
Hey trverds,
You should fill out your profile so we can see what you have and where you live. To check bearing jack the machine up and start wiggleing axles.
Diesel/gas is cheaper then degreaser for big jobs, just be safe. I soak a rag/paper towel and start rubbing. High pressure washers helps to. If you dont have one take it to a self car wash. Pull it up on ramps and pull the drain plugs and wash away.
Hi All,
Just a quick intro. My name is Rick and I live in the upstate of South Carolina. My first experiance with a 6x6 was in 71 at 13 years old at a AMC dealer that sold Attex machines. My dad bought a car and I got a ride in the swamp out behind the dealership. Fast forward about 35 years.
I have just aquired a 70's MaxII It needs a some work but it's all there and seems to be in pretty good shape. It has the 440 JLO engine in it not running as of yet (no spark) but I'll be tinkering on it today. I'm sure I'll have lots of "newbie" questions for you other 6x6 owners.
Thanks for having me,
Rick