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Married in 74 wore it two years almost tore my finger off at work when it got caught on the top of a shelf upright when I was jumping down. Had it repaired and has been on a chain around my neck ever since lol.

How to test a rectifier. Hope it helps

https://www.partzilla.com/blog/how-to-test-regulator-rectifier-motorcyle-atv-utv

I think they may be out of business. I've tried calling and emailed them. No replies. That's a real drag and I can't find anything else like them anywhere. Mr Google comes up blank and if he doesn't know, it's a bust lol. They'd be easy to make if I could find some tapered plastic drums or something similar. The inserts would just be dock grade foam which would be a snap to cut.

Hey all. Anyone have any ideas of fabricating an air snorkel for a 2005 TRX500FM and all venting extensions required as well? Thanks in advance Don

Yes they look pretty slick. Look amazing in the snow and way better than chains. Went to my local supplier here in Newmarket Ontario this morning and they said Kimpex up here discontinued them for some crazy reason. Just emailed J-wheelz and hopefully they can send them to me. I really want a set. cheers

I'm thinking of getting a set of Jwheelz for my Honda Foreman and was wondering if anyone has any first hand experience with them. They look like a great idea for when I go Ice fishing just incase the unfortunate happens. As the saying goes, no ice is safe ice. Sure would beat losing the machine if it went through if they work as well as advertised. I did a search and didn't find anything on them.

Cheers all.

This reminds me of the 30hp outboard I bought last year. All seemed normal upfront til I got it home and on the stand. Seller swore up and down it was perfect other than a broken scag which is an easy fix. It was all a ruse. He appeared so sincere lol.

Sorry to hear about your troubles.

Great write up Frank. X2 on the ultrasonic cleaner. It's amazing how well they work. 

Have a blast 👍

Just make sure what ever charger maintainer you buy has smart technology. They charge at a rate depending on the state of existing battery charge and adjust themselves accordingly. Therefore they never overcharge the battery and maintain it in optimum condition. 

Did a clutch and idle adjustment today and she's back to normal. Also changed out the air filter and put in an air filter pre screen as well. Tomorrow I will change the oil and filter before heading out ice fishing Saturday.

Cheers, Don

Yes she's a little brisk lately lol. Will post some fishing pics soon. Cheers

The service manual says GN4 without molybdenum additives.

I took it to a bike shop to have it serviced about 2 months back. It just started doing this lately. Is it possible that it's as simple as they put the wrong type of oil in it? I read on another thread about shift problems with a TRX250 and someone asked if the wrong oil without additives was put in. 

When I park it I leave it in neutral with the brake lever in the locked position. It only starts in the neutral position.  

Thanks Frank.

My machine sticks in reverse until it is completely warmed up and then it shifts perfectly once it is completely warm. I have to literally yank up on the shifter to get it out of reverse. It will shift up and down fine in the forward gears just not reverse. It's a 2005 Honda Foreman TRX500FM5. I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I tried searching it but didn't come up with anything.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers Don.

Hey all. I'm Don from Ontario and just signed up on the forum. Bought my first ATV a few years back to pull a kart in the pits but found I use it a lot more for now Ice fishing than I ever did at the track lol. Cheers all.

Hey all. Don here. I'm new to the forum and I got into the ATV scene after years of Kart racing and decided I needed a pull vehicle in the pits.