Information about this Max

[tim1jr]

Hi, I possibly might be trading my quad for the Max pictured. I was wondering if anyone could tell me what year it might be by the picutures, as well as any other information. I was told that the original motor was a 295 JLO. It now has a 18hp Kohler v-twin. I will recieve the original motor with it as well. I have never owned a 6x6 but have always wanted to.

Thanks,
Tim

[jpswift1]

It looks like an older machine, especially since you said it had the 295 JLO in it. Im guessing that it is a 1970 something. If it is a 1970 something take a look at the chains. If they are #40 chain, you might want to consider upgrading to #50 chain, which would require all new sprockets. I see that the gas tank isnt in the proper location as it should be, so that is something that you might want to fix. Also, you might want to reinforce the frame so that it looks like the new ones with the tubular cross bars. Another big thing that this machine would need is a new set of tires. Those tires on there now would not swim in the water at all. You would want to upgrade to tires like 22" Goodyear Rawhide III that the factory uses. Expect to pay another $48 for each tire.



Also, take a good look at the engine swap, did he do a good job or are there corners cut? Is the correct throttle cable used? Is the clutching correct? Does it run good and not smoke? Take a look at the fluid in the T-20 transmission......is it the proper ATF fluid or did someone put gear oil in it? Does it steer properly? Get the machine lifted up with a jack and make sure there is no play in the wheel bearings. I hope this helps. These things are all just my opinion on what to look for, and Im sure many people on the forums would agree with me. I like to do things right and not cut corners with these machines because if you do, you will end up miles away from home, angry, frustrated, and broken down.

[boncrshr]

Hey Tim,

In light of what JP just said, depending on what your quad is worth, you might be able to find a much newer machine for trade. Not saying anything bad about the Max II, just an older machine with unknown people doing modifications...you could nickle and dime yourself to death getting it to be reliable and perform the way you want it to. Just my .02.....I'm surprised JP didn't steer you to the 700.00 Hustler in Florida!

[tim1jr]

Hey Tim,

In light of what JP just said, depending on what your quad is worth, you might be able to find a much newer machine for trade. Not saying anything bad about the Max II, just an older machine with unknown people doing modifications...you could nickle and dime yourself to death getting it to be reliable and perform the way you want it to. Just my .02.....I'm surprised JP didn't steer you to the 700.00 Hustler in Florida!

Bad thing is that i am in Ohio. The quad is older, its a 94 Suzuki 250 4x4

[boncrshr]

I was just speaking from personal experience, I brought a junk Hustler back to life and it was fairly expensive. From my personal experience, the only things that can get expensive on these would be transmission, motor, and tires..in that order. Fortunately, the T-20 has a reputation as being bulletproof, and there are plenty of people here that will help you if needed. So in reality, if you don't mind a little work, if the trans is good, the machine should not be too much more in expenses. Bearings and chain are comparatively inexpensive, just labor intensive. Good luck, and let us know....a good idea might be to take some more detailed pics and have the people here with Max II's chime in.

[liflod]

This is copied from waterboy Mike's post.

See original post @

http://www.6x6world.com/forums/attex-atvs/1465-whats-worth-attex.html

12-17-2007, 09:43 AM

Before you make an offer, I would really give it a very, very thorough going-over. Most of "what's wrong" with a used AATV can not be ascertained by standing there looking at it. Take it for a ride. Does forward and reverse seem to work evenly on both sides? What about the tires? Does it have the one-piece floation tires with the 3 bolt rim, or are they upgraded to 3,4 or 5 bolt adapters with modern rims and tires? Get all six wheels up in the air and block it up. Spin every axle to check for loose or fragged bearings, both inner and outer. Check the chains, and check the position of the adjusters. Are the adjusters on the front just about at their upward limit? Does there appear to be a lot of buildup of junk in the lower tub, or is it relatively clean? If the chains were dragged through mud, stones, grease, broken axle bolts, leaves, sticks, zip ties,etc., they might need some attention/replacement.

Look closely for tub damage. Look everywhere. (see below) Get it up in the air and look at it. Be aggressive! A Thunderchief would have two gauges in the dash for the speedo and tach, and I think that most (all?) had cylinder head temp gauges as well. The true 440 in the Thunderchief has twin Mikuni 28mm carburetors. Check that the choke and throttle cables operate well, and to their full limit...

...another edit...
Take this "for instance" when I mention taking a close look. This is a pic from a current Ebay auction. The seller doesn't disclose a lot about the body, including the fact that there was a major repair performed on the body, just below the muffler, where most of the third generation Chiefs/Thunder Chiefs/ Wild Wolves cracked. I understand the premise behind "caveat emptor", but still. Someone may buy it without knowing what to look for, and if they're quite a distance away and can't look at it themselves, this may be a bad surprise when they go to pay for it. 'Just a hint to look hard and ask lots of questions...

[chrisivins]

where is the hustler in florida at?