bcsman

Was wondering the same for the mower..... lol

I know this sounds rediculous but I had a similar situation with my 1998 450ES a few moths ago. After some troubleshooting I decided to check the kill switch and sure enough found my no spark issue. It has a dead spot when it is centered so when I wiggled it I all of a sudden had my spark and it started. I would hope it would be that simple for you, good luck......

Pretty young doc stitched it up pretty well, here we are tonight....

Thankfully just touched my leg, of course using my saw that doesnt have a chain brake, this was in between cuts......

Spent from 4 to 7 in the emergency room yesterday after having an argument with my chainsaw. Guess who won!!! 10 stitches later patched up....bad thing right on my knee cap so bends all the time.

I dont watch much NASCAR anymore but turned on the Chicago street race today. Kinda like an F1 race but with the big heavy cars. Pretty unbelievable, the winner was doing his first NASCAR race, he's from from New Zealand. It was the first time since 1963 that a driver won in his first NASCAR race, very impressive. He says he would like to join the series full time next year, he still has a contract driving in New Zealand. Hahahaha, Bubba finished 31st, compares to his talent.....

I know this is a different tool but mrs bcs bought me my Echo string trimmer for my birthday in 1995, this sucker is still running strong. And I use it alot, have only added oil/fuel and string. I'm sure any companies tools aren't made as well as back then but would have no problem buying the Echo chainsaw.

No but have read numerous good reports about the Echo 590 and 600 on Arboristsite.com If used in the manner in which a mid sized saw is designed you should get some good work out of her. Plus the cost is right compared to a similar sized Stihl or Husky....go for it and let us know.....

Just got my 1998 450ES no spark fixed, it was a bad kill switch. I can wiggle it back and forth for it to let voltage thru, but it definitely cuts the spark .....

Those pipes look to be tuned perfectly........

Wowsers, everybody here says a huge thank you!!! I so declare the next free ATV that is given away here on the forum goes to THH.....maybe not such a great idea depending on what shape "free" is....lol

Yes also saw this post and have sent a donation....come on gang lets get this going so we can keep this going.......any amount will be appreciated.....

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Check out the link I posted, not sure what they would charge to ship your way tho.....

Same here, sometimes get lucky on Ebay but have to be careful it's not a China knockoff part. Here is a used ATV parts site alot of guys here check out, mostly used.... https://www.powersportsnation.com/

How hard is getting parts over there, some older models are getting tough here in the states?

Hey Adam, welcome to you. You have sent this from a long ways away, down under, bet it took a few days to get here.....lol You certainly have it stripped down, there are numerous members here that have the TRX 350's. I'll bet you get some good advice if you need it. Heading into winter down there huh, just finally getting warm up here......

From what I have heard Dale Jr. had numerous concussions and was told another bad one could be very bad news. So doubtful he's gonna return to racing if thats true......

That's what we use at the shop I work at and works very nicely. When we get a slow leaker in the first thing we check is for a bead leak, if found we tear it down, wire brush the rim where the tire bead seats, then spread the bead sealer on. Works everytime......

For all you backyard 5 acre farmers here's something to help your day go much more quickly...... Here's the story about this tractor from its debut 40 years ago to its resurrection again soon.... https://cowboystatedaily.com/2023/03/20/big-bud-worlds-largest-tractor-at-70000-pounds-is-back-after-40-year-break/

This thread is like wishing Merry Christmas at Thanksgiving, you must be really looking forward to Easter fish.....lol

With as many engines as you have torn apart it's hard to imagine you have never needed a bearing puller tool. Or you have just been that lucky all these years.....

As it's been said, size matters....

For only an extra 50 cc's where does the weight come from?

Man o man that engine looks heavy, how does it compare to the 450"s?