just picked up my first 6x6

[hewtater]

I have similar vintage and body style Argo 8 wheeler. Replaced Kohler 440 with 16hp Tecumsa. Did not think Briggs would fit. Piped exhaust out side of upper shell similar to way machines are done. Made small hood scoop for taller Tecumsa. Patched old exhaust hole in body on inside with heavy ga aluminum formed to fit. Sealed with good caulk and attached with rivets. Water proof patch. Drilled holes in frame and attached new chain tensioners with upper and lower wear pads to frame with 1/2" bolts through frame. Replaced axels, bearings, and chain with new splined axels and sprockets. Installed new 5 lug rims and tires. Amazing how new components can be used on older machines. Hope this helps.

[blazin674]

Good news! I found a complete shell in great condition. CarGuy (steve) gave it to me. He was a great guy to talk to and also had some cool machines to show us. Now I can do my axle swap on this frame and tub. Then I can do an engine and T20 swap.

[blazin674]

Not really suitable for the holes you have, but here is a thread on a repair that I did to a friends machine when it was about 10 miles back in the bush.

http://www.6x6world.com/forums/argo-atvs/12728-another-rescue-mission.html

Incidently, this Avenger is now sitting back out in the same place with a Blown Transmition. The owner has a new Trans sitting on the floor of his shop, just waiting for the 2 of us to get some time off together. Will head out and swap the Trans as soon as we can............ Maybe next weekend (I'm at work this weekend)

RD

I like that patch work I have a few tears in the back by the drain plugs that I plan to patch. Looks very similar to your tears. Thanks for sharing.

[Rock Doctor]

Not really suitable for the holes you have, but here is a thread on a repair that I did to a friends machine when it was about 10 miles back in the bush.

http://www.6x6world.com/forums/argo-atvs/12728-another-rescue-mission.html

Incidently, this Avenger is now sitting back out in the same place with a Blown Transmition. The owner has a new Trans sitting on the floor of his shop, just waiting for the 2 of us to get some time off together. Will head out and swap the Trans as soon as we can............ Maybe next weekend (I'm at work this weekend)

RD

[blazin674]

I recieved an email from argo my machine was built on Oct. 13, 1973. What is everyone using for chain tensioners? Mine has none on it now and the chains are starting to slap around. I'm going to be replacing them this week,just figured it would be a good time to add a tensioner setup.

[blazin674]

So, yesterday my son and I went for a trail ride. It needs new chains and bearings for sure. Good news is I hit it with the power washer and most of the black latex paint came off the upper tub. It's starting to look like a real 70's argo again. I think that i may do a retro look on this project. Upgrade the axles and bearings but keep the red with white wheels deal.

[Tomo]

hi
Similar procedure to a point for all materials f/glass, poly etc
My own I swapped a top from a wreck . The original top was really badly melted ,faded bad and generally abused . The hole repair experience came from the super swamp fox [f /glass] .Other members on the site will give u pointers on welders ,material etc to poly .
Maybe in the future a later model top in good condition will fit ,ask the members if other tops will fit .

tomo

[blazin674]

hi
Use the holes as a template. They look as if a holesaw has done them .Measure diameter ,cut accordingly . Not great u have the holes but the shape could have been alot worse . Place patches in and chamfer patch and hole . This should come out fairly well considering .

tomo

thanks for the advice. What would you use to weld it back together? Is it worth it to buy a plastic welder?

[Tomo]

hi
Use the holes as a template. They look as if a holesaw has done them .Measure diameter ,cut accordingly . Not great u have the holes but the shape could have been alot worse . Place patches in and chamfer patch and hole . This should come out fairly well considering .

tomo

[blazin674]

Here are the pics as promised.
hole in lower tub for oil drain

and the holes in the upper tub


the transmission does have 1976x marked on it

[blazin674]

X is possible on the trans, with one inch axles it's probably 74-75.
3 bolt rims? Serial number was on a tag that was on the firewall, think it was still a sticker then and not the riveted ser. no. plate, so probably gone.

It has 3 bolt wheels. I'm going to more pictures in a little bit. Would the tub be high density poly or low density poly? Thanks for all of your help.

[ARGOJIM]

X is possible on the trans, with one inch axles it's probably 74-75.
3 bolt rims? Serial number was on a tag that was on the firewall, think it was still a sticker then and not the riveted ser. no. plate, so probably gone.

[blazin674]

That upper is poly judging from the jagged cut, 1976 is the trans serial number which should also have 1.2 or 3 letters ( such as G, GA, CHK, etc.).Post the pictures of the holes if possible, if the factory muffler is gone and you have a hole about 12x7 you'll need a large piece of poly. Good luck with it.
It is an early 70's machine, with the fuel filler on the left side. Does it have 1-1/4 axles and are the 3 bolt or 5 bolt hubs?

well it definitly has 3 lug hubs and the factory muffler is still intact just not hooked up. for some reason i think it says 1976x on the trans but ill check tomorrow. i have the hub off and i checked the inner diameter to be 1" not 1-1/4"

[ARGOJIM]

That upper is poly judging from the jagged cut, 1976 is the trans serial number which should also have 1.2 or 3 letters ( such as G, GA, CHK, etc.).Post the pictures of the holes if possible, if the factory muffler is gone and you have a hole about 12x7 you'll need a large piece of poly. Good luck with it.
It is an early 70's machine, with the fuel filler on the left side. Does it have 1-1/4 axles and are the 3 bolt or 5 bolt hubs?

[Tomo]

Hi ,
Typical to any used 6x6
Always Always allow for some work on a recently purchased 6x6
Ball park figure allow $1000
This should get u good bearings ,axles sorted out ,chains as required , tensioners repaired, engine and transmission serviced ,new cvt belt , be a good idea to service clutches [remove and inspect ]
As long as u treat the whole machine as requiring a service and not just individual components ,I have found this is the best attitude to have. This yields the most reliable machine .
A new body gasket for the upper and lower halves . Install small bolts every 4-6 inch and a new /used rubber rub rail . That will seal the body halves at least .


tomo