New members, introduce yourself here

[clavius]

Just dropping in and saying hi. I don't have a lot of specifics to offer as I have never owned one of these, however I've been fascinated with them since I was a kid. I have an opportunity to pick for nearly free an intact, though heavily neglected Amphicat. Not sure of the age or details yet. I can get this as a trade: maybe $100 and a day of my work. Besides that, this is for a buddy of mine, and I'll be doing the work for free anyhow, trade or not. So I feel I may have a project coming on when springtime arrives here....

There seems to be lots of good info here, I guess I have a bunch of studying to do.

[tbone9]

Welcome to the site. You're right there is a ton of info on here and some good people always willing to help. Hope you get your Amphicat and fulfill your childhood dreams. Merry Christmas.

[PapaTim]

Hi I’ve been read this forum awhile always thought a 6x6 would of be the perfect toy in central Nebraska I just got a Max IV with a lot of upgrades. Pretty excited to give it a workout but the temp just dropped to 0. So I’m looking for a convertible top for my machine. Does anybody know where to find a top from recreatives inc? I haven’t be n able to get a response from any dealers.

[malonerudy]

Hello I just bought a Argo 8x8 Avenger with 18" super tracks and was wondering what size boat motor to run on it. A 55 lb thrust trolling motor will not move it. Anyone put a motor and what size on a 8x8 Argo with 18" tracks.

[scimanstev]

Argo recommends a maximum of 9.9 hp, but a 25" shaft is necessary to minimize cavitation.
I have a 9.9 hp Mercury for mine, but I won't get a chance to try it out until spring, as outboards don't work so well in ice.

Welcome to the forum!

Steve

[Crager]

Amphicat ichy to hit the Ground or Whaterver

Hi All, I'm a Michigander southerly type. just out of reach from lake affect snow most of the time. so needed something to play /work with in the winter. Bought a late 60's Amphicat a month ago which needed some work. So started looking around for info. wow, there's not a lot of transmission info that I can find on these. Like what fluid the 510682 uses. Ready to try this after several weeks of occasional work but need a little help to get her on the ground.. Any info, like Manuals and what to watch for maintenance wise is appreciated. Thanks all.

[thebuggyman1]

Welcome to the site Crager. Amphicat used at least 2 different transmissions and I'm not familiar with either of them. What fluid is in it now? I would guess it is 80-90w gear oil, but a synthetic ATF would probably work fine. The 2 lubes have different properties, but it is a light demand application. Many car/light truck manual transmissions have gone to ATF for fuel economy and cold weather flow. Try here for more info: http://www.6x6world.com/forums/conte...bious-atv.html or http://www.6x6world.com/forums/conte...ts-manual.html
How far away from Lansing area are you?

[Crager]

Amphicat info

Thanks theBuggyMan1, I actually live in Bronson, a small town near Coldwater, south of Lansing. As for the trans, the film looks like Gear-lube when looking in the fill hole at the top but sight is blocked to see any level at all. there is a plug half way up the case that is most likely a level check but cant get anything there either. I have other questions too where is a good posting spot for the Amphicat maintenance Manual, tires,exhaust and various other things.

[thebuggyman1]

Crager: Put new questions in the "Other Aatv's" section. Other AATVs
There are not many guys trail riding Amphicats, but I'd love to see one.

[Mike]

clavius, PapaTim and malonerudy, welcome to the forum!

PapaTim, for your top, try posting a wanted ad in the classified section of the forum if you haven't already.

[gearbound]

Half amphicat and half attex.

new member here.

i have been lurking for answers on my amphicat/attex and finally decided to introduce myself and the project.

Its my dads 1970s amphicat. the 16hp 2 stroke that was in the amphicat is locked down but the baker hill 6000 is in good shape. the frame is from a 1st gen attex with the 7/8 axles and #40 chain.

its getting a 22hp predator but im stuck at which clutch to get for it.

sanding.jpgpolishing.jpg6x6 inside.jpgmotor 6x6.jpg22hp on frame.jpg

[thebuggyman1]

Welcome to the site gearbound. I understand the nostalgia in saving your Dad's old machine. While you are doing the rebuild I'd suggest upgrading the axles, Baker/hill, and chain. It may also be wise to rivet/bolt or even glue on a HDPE skid plate to help protect the old ABS body. I used a special epoxy on a couple projects with excellent results. See: http://www.6x6world.com/forums/max-a...-tall-tub.html and http://www.6x6world.com/forums/attex...ter-truck.html Not a single crack with the "gentile" use they have seen. lol

[gearbound]

thank you for the insight. as for axles and chain parts we will keep with the 7/8 axles til they break. as we havent the slightest clue where to find parts for that upgrade.

[Rangeratak]

I live in Cordova Alaska" have a 1980 ranger tractor that I use for pulling logs. I have seen posts here looking for info on these machines. We have 3 of them here in our small town. Always looking for posts on Ferret or Arnold Rangers.

[Mike]

Hi Rangeratak, welcome to the forum. I've only seen a few members post photos of their Rangers but there may be a few on the site. Try starting a thread in the Other AATV forum and see if you get any responses.