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Originally Posted by [b Quote[/b] (Professor @ Nov. 25 2005,12:08)] Quote: |
Originally Posted by [b Quote[/b] (grabntwist @ Nov. 25 2005,10  )]He powerwashes it every time its used. It has about 800 hrs on it. | This actually could be a bad thing. Be sure and check the bearings very carefully. Shock and linkage bearings should not be overlooked. It is very common for over zealous owners to get carried away with powerwashers. They end up injecting water past the seals causing the bearings to rust and seize. It is very common in both ATVs and off-road motorcycles. I haven’t had a shop in over 15 years, but I used to see it quite a bit. Repars were very expensive! |
I was concerned about this as well. As the suspension travels it does squeak and creak a bit. I'd have to grease everthing to see if it would go away.
The whole idea is that I can buy this quad and plow in the winter. Several friends have contracts with local developments and plow driveways and bike paths in the area. There is alot of money to be made if it snows around here. Unlike areas that commonly get alot of snow, where I live people just panic and are willing to pay $$ to get plowed.