Hi Everyone, I just picked up an 1997(?) Max II that seems like its in good shape. Rode it a few times and had a blast. I've been riding atvs and motorcycles for years but this is my first amphibious ASV ( that's what the DMV in Vermont calls them). Well my last outing I was playing in some mud and broke the shaft that goes into the transmission. I see that its a common problem and glad I found this site to help me when I start tearing into it. I will be using the Max mostly for light trail riding with my grandson and hunting and ice fishing. Love this site. Lot of good info. Thanks