New members, introduce yourself here

[Chris Brletich]

Hey I joined this site because my grandpa has a Max 6x6 and is giving it to me. I don't know anything about them or where I can get parts. The only thing I have noticed is the missing trunk on the back to go over the engine. Any advice would be appreciated. Looking forward to reading your posts.

[Mike]

Hi Chris, welcome to the forum. That's a good way to get into a 6x6. Have fun with your Max.

[Eric1971]

Hello. Everyone! I'm new to this all.I'm Eric...I live in Maine.Ive always wanted a 6x6.Just recently traded a 76 struck dozer for a 70 attex 297.With a broken axle and a crack.I saw after! Whats the best way to fix.Plan on restoring it.still have to get the allen screws out of the hub.Any help would be great. Thanks... Hope to see you on the trail.

[mike d]

Hi Eric, Welcome to the real world. What town r u in. I might have an extra axle. The hull is made of abs plastic so u have to get some scrap abs and melt it down in a jar of acetone. It will be like peanut butter. Then u v out the crack and wipe it a few times with acetone to soften it up. Then spread the abs mixture in the crack. Might need to do it a few times. good luck Mike

[Eric1971]

Mike.I'm in Richmond.thanks on the crack fix.I have a replacement axle and aluminum hub.Just wanted to take them all out to do a better job on restoration.It's got two original tires.Two 3 lug rims and two that they made a 4 bolt adapter. They threw bolted I do have the other 4. Two are drilled.Two are not...THANKS! Again..

[Debnagle]

Hi Mike and all you AATVers out there. We bought an Argo Conquest in 2001 shortly after moving to northeast Pennsylvania. We have had a blast with it, especially had fun on our pond and giving rides to the neighbors kids. But time marches on - the kids have moved away and my husband has passed away. I'd like to sell my Argo and hope you or somebody could advise me on how best to post an advertisement on this site. Do I just put specs, photos, and price in a post like this one? Is there a special place for ads? I'd like to find somebody who would have as much fun with this machine as we had with it. I just had it all tuned up in preparation for selling it.

Debbie

[Mike]

Hi Debbie, welcome to the forum. Go to the classified forum here: AATVs For Sale and click on "Post New Thread". Title the thread appropriately and then write a good description with everything you know about the Conquest. Including photos is critical to getting a good price and interest in the ATV so definitely include photos and it's always good to start with a price too. If you need any more help just let us know. Good luck selling the machine.

[Debnagle]

Thanks Mike! Will do. Deb

[hewtater]

Hello everyone. I have used Argos since 70's for hunting deer and waterfowl in marshes of Eastern Shore MD. Only way to get in and out of some areas. The older I get the more I depend on machines to get in and out of tough spots. Need sure footed and reliable transportation in rough terrain, speed is not needed.
I recently acquired a 6 wheel magnum basket case. After fixing it up with the usual axles, bearings, seals and chains I find that it is way to fast for my needs. It has an "H" transmission. I guess a "G" transmission is what I need to slow it down. I see in parts manual that there are two gear differences between the two transmissions, helical gear 21 teeth for "GA" and 26 teeth for "HA"; also gear plate helical, 76 teeth for "GA" and 71 Teeth for "HA". Would someone confirm this. These parts are expensive. Maybe I could get a good "GA" transmission. Any thoughts and advice would be appreciated.

[Mike]

Hi hewtater, welcome to the forum. Try starting a new thread in the Argo forum. You should get a better response there since not everyone checks this introduction thread. I'm sure someone can help you out there.

[Green mtn max]

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

[Mike]

Hi Green mtn max, welcome to the forum.

[Bruce]

Hello gents, I have owned several dirt bikes and four wheelers over the years and I am now the new owner of a 2001 Max IV I purchased a few days ago. I'm really excited to learn about these 6X6 machines. Great site and looks like there is a wealth of information here to be had. I'm new to the 6 wheel machines so I'll be soaking up all the info I can get here. Thanks for the welcome guys!

[Mike]

Hi Bruce, welcome to the forum and congratulations on your Max IV.

[coops]

Hi Guys, new member here. In a weak moment I just purchased 2 late 90's Max IVs. They've been sitting a while, and I want to drain the gas and replace the oil and filters before I start messing with them. Everything seems to be there, but now I'm debating on weather to sell one or both or start tearing into them. I thought one of them would make a good ice fishing vehicle w/ a set of tracks. Not sure what to do, somebody make up my mind.