New members, introduce yourself here

[Don]

Hi, Roushdog and welcome to the forum. There are a bunch of four-stroke experts here and I'm sure they'll be able to help you out.

[Don]

Hey guys. I have read the threads for a little while but finally got around to signing up as a member.. Boy do i need help. i bought a 72 attex model300 with practically all the money i had and my wife is livid...since she and i are not seeing eye to eye i have had the opportunity to get the thing running but am having problems with series7000 transmission... I desperately need to fix this so i can sell it and possibly save my marriage or atleast sleep in the house again..i know you guys know everything about every aspect of these 6x6 atvs and hope that i could get some wisdom....please

Welcome to the forum, B.A.K. What's the problem with your 7000?

[skyking]

I am a new guy, 76 year old retired airline pilot.
I am enjoy hunting and fishing , but am totally new to argo’s
I purchased a mid 1980 Argo 8x8 that had been terribly abused
I need to re engine the Argo but don’t know where to start
I had read a thread many months ago by a gentlemen who re engined his dads but unable to find post
Any help would be appreciated
Thanks

[ARGOJIM]

Hey Roushdog here I have a 2015 Argo 8x8 I just purchased with 13 hours on it, it ran fine for a few hours now it stalls out and backfires like it’s starving for fuel, my bad but I now know the fuel was most likely original the fuel pump is also loud which I didn’t notice in the beginning any help would be much appreciated I think the fuel pump is bad just from the loudness but it is cycling correctly

Probably has water in fuel, completely drain and start fresh, will probably take awhile to work out completely, don't forget new filter after draining.

[Klorinth]

Hey All,
Guess I have to give a little intro... so here it goes.

I’m totally new to the ATV and amphibious world. Never really used any. Occasional short little drive for a few minutes, but that is all. I’m looking at needing to get a small utility machine in the near future so it is time to learn about these machines.

I’m into odd and unique things so this should be fun... my favourites so far are the Hoot and the Terra Jet. I found a Terra Jet for sale near me already. Going to have to take a look.

[Badasskrackr]

Cant figure out whats wrong

Welcome to the forum, B.A.K. What's the problem with your 7000?

My series 7000 wont let me turn right...its like the left stick is not working. I tried adjusting the linkage but no help...please help me. This is my first experience with an aatv.

[Don]

You may just need to adjust the brake pads. There are adjustment screws on the back side of the calipers: 9/16" jamb nut and 3/16" allen screw. Outboard are brakes and inboard are drive; turn screw clockwise to adjust for wear. Discs should turn freely when the sticks are in neutral (centered) position. Good luck.

[Badasskrackr]

Thankyou Don...i really appreciate you taking the time to help. I have tried to adjust the pads but did the opposite of the right way. By the time I made it out to my shop I forgot which way I adjusted the first time and ended up doing it the same way as before.....im retarded....but I learned a lesson.... after I realized my mistake and properly adjusted (at least in the right direction this time) I believe this is the problem because the steering is starting to come around.... I am going to give it another shot this afternoon and hopefully I will get to finally take it swimming/fishing before it gets too cold... one other issue i need to figure out is that while in gear and giving throttle the transmission disengages..the shifting triangle doesnt seem to have moved but has to be switched backward then forward to renegade...Any input would be greatly appreciated..... my wife is still being hard to deal with so I have plenty of free time and the more I think about it I kinda enjoy the freedom.. now if I can get this thing sold I may look into getting an attorney..

[Uncle Fuzzy]

I'm a broken down old duck hunter and am looking at getting a 8x8 Argo to get around in the swamp. Have never drove one or ridden in one, but think this will get me to where I want to go, mostly shallow cattail marshes and small sloughs. I have a ton of questions to ask.

[shultz55]

hey all I just got a 1984 max 11.everything looked good until...well come to find out the bottom of the frame is rusted badly.im at a cross roads because the rest of the machine is in exc condition any advise .I have 3 g in it now ty

[2000gtacoma]

hey all I just got a 1984 max 11.everything looked good until...well come to find out the bottom of the frame is rusted badly.im at a cross roads because the rest of the machine is in exc condition any advise .I have 3 g in it now ty

Pull the frame. Cut out the old rotted metal and weld in new metal. Then powdercoat or paint. Floor pans in my vanguard were rusted out pretty bad as well as the front tube. Cut it all out and replaced. Then had the frame powdercoated.

[Birdy3]

I have always wanted to get into an Argo and just newly semi-retired I found an older model, 1987 for sale near my home in Michigan thumb. The machine is in good shape, well cared for and allows me entry into the AATV world. I see main use for it as an ice fishing machine and to navigate through some swampy woods behind my house. Figure I will start with this one and maybe upgrade as I get more into it. Now that I have more time on my hands!

[xbunsenx]

Birdy3, welcome to the hobby! You will be able to find lots of great info and advice on this site. For Argos, be sure to visit the Argo section at: http://www.6x6world.com/forums/argo-atvs/

[Barrykro]

Hello everyone. This is my second Argo, having sold the first after the motor went. Second one has been standing for some time and I can't get the Tecumseh to rev up. Bogs and dies. Cleaned the carburetor but no difference. Can't get a new main valve as it's obsolete. Any suggestions, help?

[ARGOJIM]

Hello everyone. This is my second Argo, having sold the first after the motor went. Second one has been standing for some time and I can't get the Tecumseh to rev up. Bogs and dies. Cleaned the carburetor but no difference. Can't get a new main valve as it's obsolete. Any suggestions, help?

Post something up in the engine forum, pics are helpful along with location. Tecumseh's take a little finesse and time to figure out.