84 ATC 200ES Big Red Progress. /Questions

[Dave_D]

Well as posted in this thread http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/164142-ATC-185s I picked up a couple new to me trikes. One complete one parts
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/5F6DB4AD-8D82-4B8A-921F-7467FE1CEAB6.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/D126F795-7918-40F7-AB8C-1878761F7862.jpg

And here's the parts one

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/782D77AF-047E-423E-A8ED-701673B67F97.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/3B3FEB7C-A6F0-4028-90C6-A46D4DE91BEC.jpg

I posted a couple kinda questions on the last thread. But I know now its for sure not a neutral light problem now.
But I currently don't have spark and don't know where to start. Could it be the coil from being left turned on to long ?
We swear we saw a spark today. But it never returned or couldn't get it to return.
Could it be the plug or the boot ?

Any input is appreciated

Thanks
Dave

[Dave_D]

I stumbled across this thread http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/144910-1984-200ES-CDI-Replacement-MythBusted.. could it be the CDI ?

Dave

[DohcBikes]

could it be the CDI?
Dave

Could it be the coil

Could it be the plug or the boot ?

Dave

Yes,yes,yes,and yes. Its time to test each component. Do you have a manual with the component specs?

[Dave_D]

I've downloaded the manual haven't looked through it yet though.
I'm at work now but does it specify how to test each component ?
I'll probably pick up a plug after work. Have a feeling it's not the problem but it's 4 bucks locally and I'd probably end up putting a new one in it anyways
Thanks for your reply

Dave

[tri again]

Some folks replace entire wire harnesses (me included) only to admit the old one was probably ok but just going through EVERY connection, they magically work.
and yes,
My all time favorite intermittent spark fix is:
nip the last tiny bit off the plug wire so the spark plug cap has new copper to bite into.
Had that be a problem on at least 10 machines.
and of course, ohm all the other stuff too
Manual gives the service limits for all components.
I like an old analog meter for those tests.
Digitals jump around too much for me.

try search key for
"intermittent spark"
I usually read ALL the posts, even if it isn't the machine I'm working on.
also, pull off the cover that says "CDI".
They get superfine red rustdust for some reason and could mess up that sensor, trigger coil or whatever it's called in there to tell it when to spark.

[Dave_D]

I went over it already checking connections and did snip off the end of the plug wire
I'll start looking into the manual avd testing everything next

I have tryed the CDI and sensor thing under CDI cover on the engine. Off of parts trike still nothing it's missing the coil so dident try that. Still hoping it's something simple
Wonder if it's worth trying the coil off my ytm if it's even possible ?

Thanks

Dave

[DohcBikes]

The coil tests are easy, and yes they are outlined in the manual. Let us know!

[Dave_D]

I can't believe this
Put a new plug in it and......
It fired up first pull

I was very surprised no matter what I did I couldn't get it to make a spark before screw driver in the boot holding the shaft like 1/16th off the block
Held the plug in my hand didn't feel a thing.

But today I was riding it up and down the road. So happy lol

Thanks
Dave

[DohcBikes]

Congrats:w00t:

Believe it Dave, plugs are often overlooked and four strokes foul too! I've bought brand new plugs that wouldn't fire as well.

Trike on Brother!

[Dave_D]

I have a question now.
The shifter to go from high low reverse is extremely stiff. any reason, maybe from sitting, adjustable in anyway ?
The one on my parts machine is completely effortless to go between the 3 positions

Any input is appreciated

Thanks
Dave

[kb0nly]

Just sticking from sitting i'm sure. My 200ES was the same way when i got it, i soaked around the back side of the lever with some PB Blaster then down around the shaft of the shifter, the part you pull up on to change positions. You can also remove the nut that it slides through and squirt some lube around in there as well. With some use it will loosen up. The other problem i generally have is it won't always shift unless its running and in first gear, sitting still just idling in first, then it will shift back and forth with ease.

[Dave_D]

Well the front suspension is shot on this thing lift the rack and the tire drops
Easy to fix worth fixing ?
Opinions

Also has a little noise coming from engine I'm guessing cam chain adjustment but really could be anything

Thanks

Dave

[Chopsaw]

The front ends are a bad design . Mine was not to bad , I took it apart cleaned it and replaced just the plastic slide bushings . (cheap ) works good enough . Some are worn so bad they have slop back and forth .

Cam chain adjustment fixed my engine noise .

[Dave_D]

I've stumbled across a few threads mentioning there machine had welded forks also found some links on google stating it

Is it a stupid idea or a big no no ?

Dave

[Chopsaw]

How bad are they ? If they are just stiff , no slop I would clean them out , replace the bushings and call it good .

[Dave_D]

Not stiff at all tire is enough weight to make it load avd unload. Looks like one side bottoms out before the other avd front tire sits croked on its weight

[cap]

Your lucky to bring home not one but two BR's shaft drive!
Sounds like you just need new fork oil seals.
Here is the D-Ray vid on the cam chain adjustment (all his vids are great), you will need a 3x.5mm bolt.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpoHh9EMhaU

[Dave_D]

Thanks for the video will deffanatly help

[Chopsaw]

Sounds like you just need new fork oil seals.


These don't take oil .

Dave , you might have a broken spring , or a lot of rust and dirt in the tube . I've got a pic of mine apart , let me see if I can post it .
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v219/chopsaw/P1010008_zps6706a252.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/chopsaw/media/P1010008_zps6706a252.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v219/chopsaw/P1010009_zps4664dd9a.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/chopsaw/media/P1010009_zps4664dd9a.jpg.html)

[Dave_D]

Yea that will defiantly help. I have 2 sets so hopefully I can make 1 good set from the pairs.

Looks like head gasket (I know that's not what it's called lol) leaks aswell little oil between the fins so eyeing a set on eBay

Thanks
Dave

[kb0nly]

Yea that will defiantly help. I have 2 sets so hopefully I can make 1 good set from the pairs.

Looks like head gasket (I know that's not what it's called lol) leaks aswell little oil between the fins so eyeing a set on eBay

Thanks
Dave

If your talking oil leak on the motor the most likely cause is the o-ring on the dowel pin that is the oil passage up to the head. You will need a full compliment of gaskets to tear it down and replace it though, removing the head, etc.

[Dave_D]

Yea it's a complete set I got my eye on
This one http://bit.ly/1haqLcj

Thanks for all the input so far everyone
Dont get much time to wrench
But nice having opinions on where to start when I do

Dave

[cap]

They use ATF fluid for oil. Yours look like they have been dry for some time.
Check the manual.
http://www.atcmanuals.info/

[kb0nly]

Yea it's a complete set I got my eye on
This one http://bit.ly/1haqLcj

Thanks for all the input so far everyone
Dont get much time to wrench
But nice having opinions on where to start when I do

Dave

Thats the same guy i get my gasket sets from most of the time, good seller, fast shipping. Never had an issue with him. I bought a couple 200ES sets and a 125M set from him last summer. Always nice to have them on hand for maintenance or repair.

[Chopsaw]

They use ATF fluid for oil. Yours look like they have been dry for some time.
Check the manual.
http://www.atcmanuals.info/

Springs and dampers , no oil . Page 12-19 of the manual .

[cap]

Springs and dampers , no oil . Page 12-19 of the manual .

Thanks, you are correct.

[kb0nly]

The 200ES is like a coilover shock on your car, the problem is the little shocks they used are pretty poor really and a lot of people complain about these front ends being useless... LOL

I have been searching a while now for an off the shelf shock that will replace it or can be modified to replace the stock one. Mine has good springs and shocks but they are getting a bit weak, not weak enough that the front end drops under weight yet but i can definitely push it down and watch it slowly rebound like a car with bad shocks.

[Chopsaw]

Yeah ,,, its a shame because as a utility machine it rocks . Mine does all I ask it to , but the front end is weak . I deal with it ,,, love it !!

[shawn77]

Hey Dave ,off topic would you be interested in selling any parts I just picked up an 84 big red in december and it is missing the center section of the rear rack that covers the trunk...thanks and good luck with your Big Red!

[Dave_D]

I'll have to look if parts bike has it if so yes ill deffanatly sell it
I have a few people interested in itger parts already aswell. Don't know where to start with values
But I'll start by taking the parts off
And we will come up with something more then fair

Dave

[shawn77]

Alright , thanks Dave sounds good to me ...appreciate it
Ill pm you phone # just in case you cant catch me on the old inter web...

[kb0nly]

I saw some pictures a while back where a guy slaved some shocks onto the forks, by that i mean he left the stock shock and spring inside but put a shock on the outside with mounting points added to the forks and the tubes. Seems like it worked well but i lost track of the guy that did it and the pictures i had in an email over the years. I always thought about trying that with mine. Maybe leave the shock and spring inside as the shock is needed to keep it all aligned, but disable the stock shock by drilling a hole in it to let out any pressure remaining? Then the added external shock and the internal spring does the work. I don't know still a work in progress in my mind. Since the original style ones aren't made any more we don't have much for options.

They are about the size of some hood support shocks, though they don't have the correct mounting on either end, could be made to work with a little fabrication though.

[DohcBikes]

I have a few people interested in itger parts already aswell. Don't know where to start with values

Dave.

Make sure you know what you have. Talk to tiger guys that aren't looking to buy anything and ask values. As much as I love this site, there are people here that will gladly take the parts for less than they are worth with no intention of letting you know what you have.

[Dave_D]

Haven't had time to sort parts out or decide what I want to keep and not keep shawn77 parts you mentioned are still yours if interested were currently living at father in laws and I got stuff kinda scattered everywhere I'm sorry but its kinda ill get to it when I get to it. Sounds kinda blunt but not really left with a choice :s

We did get to go up the mountain with the family today and me and my brother last minute decided to bring the trike

Here's the only pic I took of it today
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/AC5B5B2F-0713-4479-8A70-1C117E471051.jpg
It still needs work but we wanted to ride it. Surprisingly quick in low range. Dident try it in high or reverse since the shifter is stuck
Pops wheelies on demand lol

Had fun with it. First real kinda run with it since we had it

That's all for now

Dave

[kb0nly]

Doesnt look to bad! Surprised the Hi/Lo shifter didnt loosen up with some use, will it pull up to shift or won't it move at all?

[Dave_D]

It will pull up. But to go forward and back between gears takes all my strength.
We're at father in laws to save a down payment. The goal is to buy a house with a shop/garage so we have space to store and work on the toys.
Right now the trikes are somewhat scattered about under tarps so there a bit of a pain to get to

Big red fired on first pull yesterday after sitting for quite some time
Need to see if this battery will take a charge or just replace it.

Dave

[kb0nly]

Ok, it shouldnt take that much force, one question though. Are you trying to shift the sub trans with the main shifter in neutral? The best way i have found on the 200ES is with it running and in first gear, not moving just idling, then the sub trans meshes back and forth like butter.

[Dave_D]

Yea I've tryed neutral and in first to shift it
My parts trike it shifts smooth as butter

[Dave_D]

Well we got to go out again yesterday. My mom took our daughter and we got to have some adult time up the mountain lol
Not many pics or action shots. But if anyone else is like me pics are good

It was 5 degrees out and pissing rain almost decided not to go cause of it. But decided we had a babysitter for the day we'd hit the road anyways

Not even 10 min up the logging road and the rain turned to snow
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/B1571221-BF50-4E7F-8C37-6370E6A71672.jpg

Stopped a little further up to wait for others
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/DF44E2FD-426F-4F0A-AF68-7D071942B02D.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/711289AB-293F-4A3E-ABD6-C1845920D32F.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/6F30B148-5C4A-4605-9A45-DA65743BA560.jpg

We took the trike out to play for an hour or so. But mostly stayed in the trucks. Further up it was getting close to 2 feet deep

All in all was a good day and was worth heading up even though it was pissing rain to start

Dave

[Dave_D]

Well this thing has needed a air filter since I got it. Has one in it but I'm not happy enough with its condition
I found this one on eBay http://www.ebay.ca/itm/200775466068
It's cheaper then ones that come up when I search "200es air filter"
But from what I've read this should be the same

Opinions ?

Thanks

[kb0nly]

Don't use that filter... Tried it myself, didn't fit. What you need is the foam one that goes on the air filter frame that sits in the airbox.

The UNI filter is the best in my opinion, perfect fit, has the hole in the end for the bracket to screw in. The Moose one is ok though and a little cheaper, but its hit or miss on the hole though you can carefully make it yourself.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/84-ATC-200ES-Uni-Air-Filter-ATC200ES-NU4068ST-MADE-IN-USA-/271205821808?pt=Motors_ATV_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f25206d70&vxp=mtr

http://www.ebay.com/itm/HONDA-ATC-200ES-AIR-FILTER-1984-MOOSE-M7632005-/290970993212?pt=Motors_ATV_Parts_Accessories&hash=item43bf39023c&vxp=mtr

[Dave_D]

Thanks for the reply. My first choice was the uni but price seemed alright on that other
went ahead and ordered http://www.ebay.ca/itm/290932807400

Thanks

[Dave_D]

As I usually say lol an update is an update as minimal as it is.
Plus I enjoy pics regardless what they are

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/40864A8C-B27E-499F-AA6E-DFD776CC3C56.jpg

It's here came a lot quicker then I expected

Now filter oil question should I use proper air filter oil
Or is like 90w gear oil ok ?

Thanks
Dave

[barnett468]

As I usually say lol an update is an update as minimal as it is.
Plus I enjoy pics regardless what they are

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/40864A8C-B27E-499F-AA6E-DFD776CC3C56.jpg

It's here came a lot quicker then I expected

Now filter oil question should I use proper air filter oil
Or is like 90w gear oil ok ?

Thanks
Dave

i use air filter oil or engine oil on 4 strokes, no gear oil. the newer plant based air filter oils like NO TOIL are good.


air filter oil article.

http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/10-THINGS-YOU-NEED-TO-KNOW-ABOUT-AIR-FILTER-OIL-8132.aspx

[kb0nly]

The uni filters usually recommend 80w gear lube but i find that makes them too gooey in cold weather so to speak. I usually just soak in some good 5w-30 and squeeze out the excess and its good to go. When it comes time to clean it a bucket of hot water with some dawn dish soap and wringing it out like a sponge til clean gets the job done for me, then soak in oil and squeeze out again before installing. After letting it air dry a few hours of course.

[Dave_D]

The foam doesn't come apart from the rest on this. Won't be able to wring it out. But think ill oil it with a -30w of some sort.

I love ordering parts for my trikes (slowly accumulating parts for this and a ytm)
Can't wait till I have more space to work on them.
This trikes easy vs the ytm. Ytm needs a total tear down

But for this trike I just ordered
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/400572789400
Mentioned earlier in the thread it was leaking. Thought I'd put it next on the list.

Thanks

[Dave_D]

Correction foam does come apart

Changed the filter yesterday and glad I did. Old one crumbled to bits in my hand when I pulled it out

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/F0924F96-CABB-4924-BB7C-23E38597B48E.jpg

And new one just because lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/98FC6382-2496-4E03-95A9-7312CF683516.jpg

Wish I didn't put it off this long. Oh well nothing I can do now. But it's done now lol

[Dave_D]

Took it out today to play a little
I really need to get something done with the front suspension

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/E1F71B06-2AA1-4578-B6D9-A98BBCB81547.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/8550E72C-038F-4709-B551-F9E8FCA6B3F6.jpg

Friend brought out his atc 200 too

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/C9F12FF3-CD51-4BE4-96F3-BE64F78937EA.jpg

Couple kinda action type shots lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/2C914B02-A1B0-472A-B874-C536E47AAD0B.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/AB108494-DEBB-47E9-A7F9-957F556118B4.jpg

Pissin rain so we decided to setup shelter

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/B73DF6FE-62B7-4913-B08D-3D480A17D53B.jpg




Still a few things I want to get done on this. Main one being the front suspension. Really need a space to wrench. Soon hopefully found a place we like with 12x19 shop. So well see how that goes lol

And I want to swap all the plastics to the non cracked and broken set I have

That's all for now

Thanks

[Chopsaw]

200ES is a great machine . I re built my front end , and well not much better than before . I live with it . Does what I want , I love it

[jayjay05stsc]

Suspension on my 2 big reds, 1984, sucked...better than nothing.I just live with it

[Dave_D]

Might be a dumb question. Is there a common. Or a swap at all for the front end
I'd want to keep light fender and rack. But if cuttin/welding is required I'm still all ears

I have a feeling these may not be salvageable. Haven't looked at parts bike yet. But think it may be a long shot
So it's hopefully pull them apart and fix. Weld solid or......

Lets hear some ideas.

Thanks
Dave

[Dave_D]

Took a look at forks on parts machine. I MIGHT be able to put together 1 good set. If not ill be welding a set and keeping my eye open for others. Who knows though solid might not be half bad.

I pulled battery from it today too. Going to see if it'll take a charge.
Looked at all the parts on both machines ill be able to make the runner have all diecent parts
Together I have a set of non cracked or faded plastics will have to swap some front rack on parts bike is straight
And parts bike has all rear rack pieces runner needs

Still need to change the ignition out to. Still just jumped lol
Started it up the other day to move her. Was sitting a week and fired up first pull. Love this thing lol

Today was also my little girls 2nd birthday
Couple pics of us goofing around on the trike

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/A6FFBA37-5570-4F77-B76C-62C7B5DEA649.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/BE7A4E8E-C1AE-4919-88B2-E6927CC400C4.jpg


Side note. Finally ordered a hard copy manual aswell

Dave

[Dave_D]

So me and the wife had Friday off sent our daughter to daycare so we could just hang out. Very rare to get a day off just us.

Well she wanted to try the trike :) at first in the back yard but really not much space so I suggested the gravel pit.
I was surprised she agreed so I loaded the trike and we were on our way.

Rode it at first with me on the back. But didn't want her used to riding with a passenger so I hopped off after she got the throttle control figured out. She never took it out of first but still had a blast (she's never been on a quad trike dirt bike ect till this)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/DDDD9D12-49B4-4DA4-9496-07980D2D417C.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/CD8A5F1A-1781-414F-846E-195F98955CF4.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/2F7A6945-EC97-4EB2-AA6F-1F0C1FA6A69E.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/2D37FB0F-4AC1-4310-AB56-27491F76766F.jpg


And a video of her first ride

http://emobmg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/th_04B632EE-10FC-4E16-AA00-C44BD92434B3.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/?action=view&current=04B632EE-10FC-4E16-AA00-C44BD92434B3.mp4)


Couple videos of me screwing around. Kinda lame but first videos of it lol

http://emobmg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/th_7391BCB0-908A-410D-AC52-AB454DC4607C.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/?action=view&current=7391BCB0-908A-410D-AC52-AB454DC4607C.mp4)

http://emobmg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/th_260250E4-8471-48A0-99FB-DC93856B422C.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/Mobile%20Uploads/?action=view&current=260250E4-8471-48A0-99FB-DC93856B422C.mp4)

That's all for now

Dave

[Dave_D]

Took this baby out to ride today with the family
Ran for about 5 min then quit I'm 90% sure it's the plug
Seems quick to foul a plug that fast. Any ideas ?

Pics to come there was a few machines out today (Mother's Day) mine was only 3 wheeler though

Dave

[Dave_D]

Pics from the ride only a couple. Maybe more later

Left to right my brother, stepdad, mom, my/daughter and my wife
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/dcf593f12aa51a7452b6e60ebd80ff89.jpg

Daughter loved cruising around on the quad

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/93a0d0558a746456f986658570e6cd25.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/721eaece0cb706fbe19225cd363efcd8.jpg

And the machine my brothers on is kinda cool from same era 86 fourtrax 250 work in progress. But was thrown together enough for the ride today

That's all for now
Hoping to track down a plug tomarow and see if the big red will run as normal

Dave

[Bobbyevo]

I put 200m front end on mine and welded the lugs on for 200es light and a rack I made also added some bigger lugs for the 250es front mudguard to fit
See if these pics work http://i1292.photobucket.com/albums/b574/bobbypic/IMG_6300_zps2ee45b4b.jpg (http://s1292.photobucket.com/user/bobbypic/media/IMG_6300_zps2ee45b4b.jpg.html)
http://i1292.photobucket.com/albums/b574/bobbypic/20140220_173436_zps46ee1fae.jpg (http://s1292.photobucket.com/user/bobbypic/media/20140220_173436_zps46ee1fae.jpg.html)
http://i1292.photobucket.com/albums/b574/bobbypic/20140502_000435_zps20873bf8.jpg (http://s1292.photobucket.com/user/bobbypic/media/20140502_000435_zps20873bf8.jpg.html)http://i1292.photobucket.com/albums/b574/bobbypic/20140502_211934_zpsf18f237c.jpg (http://s1292.photobucket.com/user/bobbypic/media/20140502_211934_zpsf18f237c.jpg.html)

[4tindallboys]

are you gonna be selling parts off the "parts" bike?

[Dave_D]

are you gonna be selling parts off the "parts" bike?

Depends what your after

[Dave_D]

I had the day off work cause of a few things I had to do this morning
Managed to wrench for a few hours got the plastics all swapped

Old fender next to new

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/9a69481236f97e3149f1cd9e166bfaf5.jpg

Front fender old/new I'll be using the old one on the 83 I picked up. Another thread

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/e827dad34a06e6a538730d5eeb8145cc.jpg

Next. I know it's not genuine honda but. I wanted to fix the key on this thing
Neutral light doesn't work either :s oh well. Maybe replace bulb one day. Not in a rush for that

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/7a62d72c18ba173c8479a2892eda4c0e.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/ad130b7dee509f30231b7e4eb08f1662.jpg

Pic of it. Tank is dented in the crotch area but I'll deal with that

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/fb5c4bd37aa49a46aa30cd1b4bf8d5ff.jpg

I also put the battery out of the 83 I have in this for now :) had to get this thing more complete.

That's all for now

Dave

Edit. Got the sub trans shifting smooth as butter. Had to ride around the yard a little to "test" reverse lol

Edit again. Video finally worked. Kinda lame
But. God I love this thing

http://emobmg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/th_46B44436-6AF8-4BA9-A6AF-7D6051688306.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Dave_D/?action=view&current=46B44436-6AF8-4BA9-A6AF-7D6051688306.mp4)

[sharky55]

Sounds silly but on the 200e models always check the fuses out inside the battery box area.

[sledcrazyinCT]

I went over it already checking connections and did snip off the end of the plug wire
I'll start looking into the manual avd testing everything next

Still hoping it's something simple


Gotta love electrical gremlins, glad the new spark plug did the trick

[Dave_D]

I forgot to mention before. The engine noise it has has been tracked down.
I pulled the pull start off and fired it up. No noise

Looks like the dog in the pull start is bouncing off the catch
Not sure if proper terms. But I'm sure you'll all get it.