Hi from new UK member

[Ian101]

Hi,
Just picked up a 2001 Max 2 today and as i'm completely new to all things with these machines, I have a couple of initial questions, (Once I start looking over it i'm sure there will be many more!).

The engine is a Kohler unit but is there an easy way to identify which one so I can order the right parts for it?

Also, are there any other UK based members on here who could point me in the right direction of any UK spares availability or will I need to order all parts from the USA?

Many thanks,

Ian

[hipowerone]

From the Kohler web pages:

https://power.kohler.com/na-en/engines/find-your-model-number

[hipowerone]

I am not aware if there was ever a DEALER in the UK. However, even here in the states, with the very uncertainty of the MAX line, parts are now in question. Many parts, such as bearings, chains, basic hardware, and engine parts are available from other sources. Parts specific to the MAX line are avail from only 1-2 places here, and the supply line is dwindling. The RUMOR that the MAX line was going to be revived and with that, parts, by a UK entity, have not seemed to develop much beyond the rumor. If you hear of anything along that line, please give this forum a shout out.

[Ian101]

Thanks for the replies, looks like my best bet will be to order parts from the states whilst I can.
From your experiences, are there any Max specific parts that I should be stocking up on whilst they are still available?
Thanks,

[ARGOJIM]

Contact member Wiggy on that side of the pond who also has a II, perhaps he has some leads for you.

[Ian101]

Thanks Jim,

Tried to PM him but his mailbox is full so will just have to hope he reads this.

Cheers,

[ARGOJIM]

Rodp is an argo owner over there also.

[Ian101]

Thanks Jim,

I have identified the engine it is a Kohler Command 25HP, which seems a pretty large engine for a 6 wheel Max? Presume it was a top option at the time of order as the date stamps on some of the engine components tie up with the manufacture date of late 2001.

[wiggy]

Hi Guy
Very sorry been mad busy with work and DIY in the house, not even been on my Max II since June ��������
And still have work to do on both of them.
Hi Ian, yes I am here in Preston, Lancs. sorry about mail box but it's full of good stuff I got from these great and very helpful members on here. ��
Thanks Richie.

[Ian101]

Hi Wiggy, I know the feeling about work and DIY, i'm in the middle of a barn conversion!
I have just ordered an engine service kit and will be aiming to service it in the next couple of weeks.
Do you have any tips about what to disconnect to get the body off or is it just a matter of working round it and looking for any wires etc that need to be unplugged?
I'm just trying to work out how I get the rollcage off!

[Ian101]

This is a picture of my new toy, serial number 18188 which i believe dates it to about November 2001?

You can see the roll bar i'm trying to disconnect, It's easy enough to unbolt the front and rear stays but I presume I need to reach through the engine hatch and take out the four internal bolts that hold the main hoop onto its mountings?
If I then disconnect the fuel hose and loom to the battery, I presume the body will then just lift off?

Cheers,

[hipowerone]

While I am not sure how the "previous owner" connected/constructed the roll cage add on, the factory original roll bar (hoop just behind driver seat) is an integral part of the top half...that is, it fastens/is bolted to a metal plate just behind the driver seat back. Thus,when loosening all the wing nuts, the whole top half, roll bar included, will tip up from the rear....and there is/should be a metal hoop that is attached to the bottom rear that will tip up and can be used to support the top half while working on the engine/interior area. It is quite possible that all the add-ons are also just attached to the top body half. Take a chance....normally the whole top half is not removed as that does require disconnecting both gas tank and wiring. Try this first and let us know how it works for you

[Ian101]

Thanks for the tips, very helpful, I'll give it a go when I get some time and see how I get on.

[wiggy]

Hi Guys
How do you post a picture on here?
Thanks Richie

[JoeMeg]

Hey Richie,
If this works, it will explain how.

http://www.6x6world.com/forums/chit-chat/1259-how-post-pictures.html