Just purchased a Sierra Trail Boss

[badmts]

I JUST BOUGHT A TRAIL BOSS THIS EVENING! I AM SO PUMPED.i will start the clean up tomorrow

[badmts]

real noob type question here,just got an aatv (happens to be trail boss). can the old factory stuff be ditched and replaced with anything more available .I do not want high hp (the lifan 15hp looks fine) and #40 chain from tractor supply seems fine.not looking for complete factory resto just want to make it go and have fun ? cheap is good but something a bunch of auto mechanics can mess with is best

[Mike]

I don't have any experience with a trail boss however most of our machines can have engines swapped out fairly easily since thy use variable speed clutches and not a direct, bolt-on transmission. Your main limitations will be available space, getting the clutches to line up and finding a correct length belt. If you have some mechanical skills it shouldn't be too difficult to do.

[thebuggyman1]

The trail boss used a 2 stroke engine, that will have a tapered output shaft. The honda clone (lifan) will have a 1" straight shaft....meaning you will need a new clutch.
Avoid the chain at tractor supply, it is very weak. If you can find a REAL tractor dealer, they will have better chain.

[badmts]

got it wed. night off craigs list for $323.74 (actually every penny i had on me),friday morning ordered clutch,belt,reprint sales brochure,and something else small for $341 shipped from Richards relics (I really DO NOT CARE how much he charges as his service and knowledge seems great so far) friday night ordered a 16hp duromax $299.99 shipped /no tax. sat will order carlisle tires $55 each. sunday evening will disassemble tuesday clean tub and check trans and bearings -i am shooting for end of sept completion

[coosaridgerider]

Sounds like you are moving along pretty good on your project.Good luck.

[badmts]

CHAINS SEEM PRETTY BAD AND BEARING COLLAR IS BROKEN.wheels go to powder coat wed. tires came monday.