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 things to look for-used atv
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10/17/15 01:39 PM
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rickym
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Im sure this has been discussed over and over so my appologies. Ive been considering buying a used atv for awhile now. I've decided to go ahead and do it. Name the first 5 or the top 5 things you look for when buying a used 4 wheeler. Thanks
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Re: things to look for-used atv
[Re: rickym]
#5981477
10/17/15 01:47 PM
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BigPig
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Torn CV boots( poss bad axles)
Big mud tires (poss abused)
Snorkels (poss abused)
Jack it up and wiggle the tires to check for bad bearings (can be $$$)
Racks and handle bars that are bent (poss damage from roll over)
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Re: things to look for-used atv
[Re: rickym]
#5981680
10/17/15 06:55 PM
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TEXASLEFTY
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Never been to a camping world. I prefer Dick's to be honest.
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Re: things to look for-used atv
[Re: rickym]
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10/18/15 12:51 AM
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spliced wiring - it'll likely corrode
at some point and leave you stranded.
a bunch of spliced wires near the ignition
says "STOLEN AT SOME POINT- DO NOT BUY ! "
check battery terminals for corrosion/fraying/signs
of frequent battery removal.
shifter with excess play.
exhaust leaks.
excessive tire repair plugs.
cracked plastic.
excessive rust underneath.
leaky shocks/forks/suspension.
oily residue underneath.
all of bigpig's suggestions
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Re: things to look for-used atv
[Re: rickym]
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10/18/15 03:28 AM
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jhenderson
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Don't buy anything from east Texas. Snorkels lift big tires. Of course appearance helps to and prefer adult owner
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Re: things to look for-used atv
[Re: rickym]
#5983374
10/19/15 02:59 AM
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huntingag01
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All the above and check all fluids.
I also an observant person and I kind of look and see if the guy's other vehicles/toys are taken care of. If they are, then good chance this was too.
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