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Can you find original oem grips for this model. There is a bolt holding them in place. I know you can locate aftermarket ones. Thanks 

Why ? Lots of ways to repair a tank ? 

Thanks for the follow up information ! I just located another TRX 350D if anyone is looking.

When you said get a cooler I thought you where referring to a oil cooler for a moment ? Ever drink a beer in below zero temperatures ?

I have noticed that the oil in my TRX 350D turns milky looking during the winter use period. The temperatures range from below zero to the mid thirties in eastern Oregon from October to March-April. During that time when checked the oil level it’s never low but very milky looking. I know it’s the condensation causing this. What is the consensus ? I use the bike often, almost every day but not for very long time periods. Is the milkiness causing damage ?  

Thanks for posting that information. I see no reason why Honda would make all those different boxes for the same basic bike. 

Since I have had this atv it has stopped running three times, all related to the cdi not working. On the 89 TRX 350D the cdi is unique to the 88/89 models. It’s marked C1545. No other versions will work. You can find a aftermarket version from Regulator Rectifiers website. 

Thanks everyone for the kind words ! I finally got her running. One of the CDi connections was loose. If I can help in any way please let me know..Jack 

I located those hoses by asking a Honda atv dealer to search the country. Found the last two available.

I bought an aftermarket regulator for it but never installed it, think it’s worth installing ?

The 88/89 version is different then 86/87 I believe ? The Foreman is such a workhorse I can’t believe no one sees the opportunity ?

Thanks for your suggestion ! I will check the voltage today. Any thoughts on a replacement cdi unit ?

Swapped out the CDi for another original style one and she started right up. The aftermarket version I bought does nothing.

Well it’s been a while but I have the dreaded no spark condition again. Was outside picking up yard debris from a bad windstorm when the foreman just died. I switched over to reserve thinking it ran out of fuel. Still no start. I will update my findings.

I learned a lot during the tear down. Now replacing the plastic begins.

Wanted to follow up on the no spark situation. Honda dealership found a bad connection going to cdi unit. I had them also replace the choke cable and choke piston which was stuck in the carb body. Also installed a switch to turn on the fan. Control relay for it is NLA. Total charge $269.00 . I do want to thank everyone for your help..Jack 

I finally decided to just take it to the dealer. After three weeks poking around and buying a few components I called it quits. Learned a lot underneath. Dealership has been in operation since 1969 so they have plenty of experience with these Forman’s. This is cattle and ranch country. The solid axel allows Elk hunters to bring in much heavier loads then other atv’s. For being 32 years old I am amazed it still runs as well as it does.

I finally decided to take it to my local Honda dealership for repair. Loose connection in the cdi harness front right side directly behind the module. $46.00 and a beautiful drive up to enterprise Oregon and back. I appreciate everyone’s input and am disappointed we all could not figure it ourselves. But I did learn a lot just by disassembling everything and I did learn where everything is located..Jack 

Thanks ! Can you explain how to test kill switch ? With key on, in neutral, I have power at cdi plug but when I push kill switch in either direction it doesn’t kill the power at the cdi plug ? Bad kill switch ? 

I bought a new oem Honda coil. After installing it still no spark. Bought a aftermarket cdi from my local Honda dealership. Not a Chinese part but one from a USA firm that is known to make reliable components. After installing, no spark. I have checked all fuses and cleaned the grounds that I can locate. I appreciate everyone’s input but I just don’t have the experience to perform the test explained by Retro. Can you tell me exactly where is the pulse generator ?

I appreciate your suggestions, checked for power at the white/black cdi connector and have power there. But still no spark.

Following up on the no spark issue. I reinstalled the original cdi this morning and checked for power at the white/black wire, yes I have power there. This is a 89 Forman that has 6 wires going to the cdi. I also now hear the fuel pump pump for a moment when I turn on the key. But still have no spark at plug. I read that there is a fuse between the kill switch and key switch. Can anyone tell me exactly where this fuse is located ? 

Thanks for the instruction, I will try it this afternoon..Jack 

Hi guys I have a 89 Forman. My fan never comes on, but truthfully I never really ride the machine very hard. Mostly use it to pull a trailer around my property to clean up and bring in fire wood. Would it be possible to purchase one of your gizmos when you start production ?...thanks Jack 

Yes I checked the plug ! I removed the coil yesterday and determined it was dead. Located an original Honda coil from Partsilla.com . Hopefully that will correct the no spark. While waiting for the new coil I will replace the fuel filter, adjust rear brake and fix the stuck choke cable.