Nobody Could Fix This $200 ATV (Won't Start)

[@mikevolosin2234]

I'm seventy five and never had a ATV or Bike but for some reason I truly enjoy watching your videos. Maybe it's your calming voice how you narrate the work you do but it's addictive. Keep up the great work

[@empiresrikesfat]

get urself a Raptor and pull some grandma fluff

[@ramblerandy2397]

Hee-hee, I've noticed the calming voice myself at various moments. I've occasionally viewed these videos totally alert and sat back on a sofa, and then found myself hearing but not seeing anything. Then I open my eyes. 😊

[@IDT69]

@@empiresrikesfat😂😂😂😂

[@kevinalbers1084]

Joe, there is supposed to be a foam sock filter on the end of the rubber intake hose where you put the tape. That will create the proper air resistance for the carb. You're welcome.

[@limitlessworx5724]

Where exactly cuz I bought in that was beat up gettin it fixed up so i don’t think I have it either

[@Ajaxaxxess]

Polaris got rid of that foam due to it crumbling and clogging carbs causing more harm than good.

[@minnesotatomcat]

Yesterday I fixed an 03 Honda rincon for a buddy of mine. 5 of 6 bolts came loose inside the motor and ate the stator for breakfast. That was a fun one 🤣 my back is killing me today, I’d WAY rather just watch Joe wrench today! 👍

[@jangles1839]

Joe, I really admire your dedication and determination in getting these machines, bikes etc. running again and really everything you set out to do, accomplished! You're showing that hard work yields satisfying results! Thanks for sharing & God bless! ~ Scott 💙🙏🏻👊🏼

[@palcolandcattle4259]

I remember back in the day when I bought a new one from the dealer back in 99 they told me the cams would go bad if you didn't use the special polaris 0w30 oil in them. I listened to their advice and used 0w30 Polaris oil since new and my dad has it now and it still runs like new. It has 28,000 miles on it. It is a sportsman 500 but basically the same engine.

[@fred-san]

manufacturers oils (BMW SEAT VW etc) are often good invoices, manufacturing, Avoid returns to after -sales service of their vehicles.

[@jeffkulessa9398]

Another great video as always sir. Since you made out so well on this one, I think it deserves a new seat cover too. Keep up with the great work.

[@wesleypulkka7447]

2V, you landed a winner! When looking at that complex air box you can see some real tuning prowess went into the design. Live and learn! Great rescue! Congrats!

[@randygrossman9990]

Nice you found an honest seller after some of the less scrupulous guys you've dealt with. The package of the KTM and this one was a winner. You had a couple of relatively easy and cheap fixes and can make some money on them. I don't ride ATVs or motorcycles but really enjoy your patient and thoughtful approach to fixing these machines. I've learned a ton! Great content as always!

[@YetiShots]

I just finished rebuilding a 1996 425. Cam ended up being wiped out on the exhaust lobe. You got lucky with this unit in very good condition. Thanks for the content

[@chrisharriman9017]

A lot of ppl don't run right 0w40 is only thing good for these

[@John-w4o1t]

Your calm ,civil ,git it done additive,good editing and camera work make your channel a real pleasure to watch.

[@Aberbrothock1]

I love your little interactions with vinnie, he's a real character.

[@bradenfox912]

My dad currently has the same quad from 1995. It is bone stock and has over 4k hours on it, and has never needed anything but gas and oil changes. Most reliable quad I’ve ever seen

[@craigmorgan4676]

Doubt it but nice try brother!🤔😬👁👁👎👎🤝

[@bradenfox912]

@craigmorgan4676 nope 100% true best quad I’ve ever owned. Finally after 30 years of hard work the transmission is finally going. It has been worked it’s whole life and never gave us any fits

[@andrewgrace4410]

Great fix😊

[@FarmersforTruth]

Mine is a 91 and been great

[@kevinalbers1084]

@@craigmorgan4676 they will if people would perform normal maintenance on them. I work on everything from motorcycles, snowmobiles, atvs, outboards, chainsaws, lawnmowers, etc and without question the worst are atv and chainsaw owners. They do nothing in regard to maintenance.

[@minnesotatomcat]

My cousin had one identical to this back in the day when they were new. He was a hardcore Polaris fanboy in those days, but all I remember of it was him CONSTANTLY fixing on it because it wouldn’t run or the 4 wheel drive had quit again or something. He doesn’t run Polarasses anymore! 😂

[@michaelmays9292]

In the the mid 90s we had to pull Polaris' after they got wet because the belts would slip they was definitely junk in those days . There actually good fourwheelers now

[@NightTakesFlight]

@@michaelmays9292 Still junk

[@mostlymotorized]

Nobody "could" fix this 😂😂😂😂 nobody wanted to take the time to fix this pile of crap

[@minnesotatomcat]

@@NightTakesFlightyeah I’m still not a fan of Polaris. I like my Japanese stuff, it just runs forever. My 87 moto 4 still runs like a dream.

[@Vazerin]

​@minnesotatomcat same, I like my YFZ450R and my TRX250X, my brother picked up a 04 Predator 500 and it's just been a chore, still gotta fix the leak to the carb

[@joshshelton3224]

Didn’t see anything in the comments about this but if the tractor muffler has more air flow than stock,the carb will need a bigger main. When you restrict the air box, you are essentially running it at half choke making up for the lack of fuel. that being said I love watching your videos. I’ve learned a thing or two from you.

[@jasonnoteboom4489]

I was thinking the same. Cause and effect. Ditch the goofy tractor muffler and throw the OEM muffler back on. I bet it runs better without having to choke off airflow.

[@mikehardtke1842]

I just joined this week and am a DIY polaris fan. Really appreciate and enjoy your videos. Thanks again for your great videos. There are a lot of people that would learn from your video quality and paying attention to detail 👍👏👌💯😃

[@zakksrage]

Polaris tech tip. When diagnosing the fan simply unplugs under the passenger side fender well. Unplug it because it sucks enough juice to drain the battery in 5 minutes by its self. It will save on your cranking juice. Also the fuel “pump” is merely a device that only allows fuel to flow if the engine is running activated by air pulse. The fuel is gravity fed otherwise. The cams do get worn on these really bad as they aren’t oiled properly. Then go ahead on an add a jump to ground on the brown wire for the AWD so it’s never an issue. The factory mikuni carb is the best you can get. Only replace jets and parts as necessary . All the china remakes will never run right.

[@paul340mopar]

Polaris Tech Tip...Scrap it and Buy a Honda or Yamaha! 😁💪.

[@robbie449]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaOuXouomNKgbrssi=dLGw_OsUKtB9L2Wh Any idea or tips for my atv?

[@vesandreev8500]

What would you advise on the engine oil? Is 10W40 motorcycle oil good enough to protect the cams or should you use some car motor oil for best protection since this vehicle doesn't have wet clutch? Some people above say to use 0W30 or 0W40 motor oil. Thank you.

[@mostlymotorized]

Polaris tech tip "the cams wear out because they arent oiled properly" 😂😂😂😂 polaris is garbage.

[@russellking9762]

@@paul340mopar Really...how about CanAm? I'm looking at one

[@Jjjmoutdoors]

Morning coffee and Joe’s fix. Becoming my morning routine!! Keep the videos coming Joe!!👍🏻

[@billhenry7833]

Someday, you will meet a girl.

[@jamesobrien6855]

​@@billhenry7833someday you will also

[@hedleylamarr303]

The boots and shorts combo, that is quite the fashion statement

[@DG-wf9tj]

I am addicted to your videos. Your patience and knowledge is amazing!! As a medical person, PLEASE open the garage door BEFORE you run those ATV's. What state are you in?

[@jameshedrick605]

Don't remember when i came across your videos but i enjoy them. I bought an 2005 Bruin 350 from a friend and had it little over a year now. It's been pretty reliable and helped out quite in April and May this year after a tornado and pretty sure there was in May

[@Kevin1980-k6g]

My father in law had a magnum and it had somewhere around 30000 miles on it! Was a damn good wheeler.

[@JCWWRacing905]

I had a 94 Sportsman two stroke. It was stolen off our property. I put a lot of work into it and that think would rip. I miss it ever since.

[@mrshaneyt43]

You sir are a saint . You have a new subscriber for this video alone . I’ve just wasted a day trying to get a proper answer online about this and exactly where it’s located. And at last I come across your fantastic video . I’m positive after tomorrow all will be fine again in my motoring world, thank you so much 🙏🏼👍

[@svoctopus4888]

I could watch your videos every day. There are only a couple of channels I could say that about here on KZbin. Great job Mister Joe.

[@Run.Ran.Run1]

I have absolutely no interest in the machines you fix, but your explanations about how these work is fantastic. Your knowledge is incredible.

[@ObiWanShinobi67]

He will never read your comment, but he appreciate ls the views.

[@willmc42]

Good eye spotting the missing parts. I got a free 250 bcuz of the same exact missing bolt. 3 minutes and it was shifting perfectly 😊

[@frederickgiordiano2105]

I had a similar issue on an old Kawasaki street bike with CV carbs. I replaced the air box with Uni Air Pods, and the air flow was too great. I blocked about 75% of the Air Pod with aluminium flashing, and it ran perfect.

[@eddiel5189]

The way I found your channel was a video you did on a Magnum 425 right after I bought one. Very good timing for another 425 because I can't get mine to run currently. This was a nice refresher on some of the things to check and how to fix them. Thanks for the video

[@MPDano]

Great find for your fix. Had the same thing on a 2 stroke atv I fixed 12 years ago. I had to zip tie a rag between the carb and filter. Weird it needed more resistance for the carb to work correctly.

[@monstereng43]

Cant blame him for picking that muffler haha. Unless its a Honda i find older atv exhausts are either hard to find or they're so expensive its not even worth buying.

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

Put clear silicone over seat hole. New sear cover over that, good to go cosmetically.

[@TheBucklessYooper]

My first quad was a 330 magnum. What cold blooded pig that was! But low range on it was an absolute beast when i had to pull anything. Never again will i go back to a straight axel utility quad though, my back couldn't take it on the trails. Love your content from the UP of Michigan!

[@MidwestGuy1]

Hey Joe, I just found myself quite a few projects at my neighbors farm. Inside a shed they havent opened in years was a polaris magnum 325 and Indy lite 340 and a phazer 500 so hopefully i can get em running.

[@AnthonyRBlacker]

27 minutes in, and man I think this may be the best 200 bucks you've spent yet!! What a score! (Let's see how the rest of the video goes, but man.. for what you're into it, amazing!) edit: ok 37 minutes in now.. and man.. it has SUCH good compression, it fires RIGHT up.. sounds SO good with the intake off.. I can't wait to see what the heck is going on.. I sure hope it's not the cam lobes.. I mean it's under 4k miles wth!?

[@danielparsons3995]

Man for how young you are you know tons about how these machines work, I know you look Alot of stuff up but for doing this on your own for so long you always get it right 👍 you inspire me to start my own business doing this stuff but in the area I'm in it's very unlikely. I always enjoy your videos and learn from them your the best man I very appreciate you and what you do,, and congratulations to finally having a family bro not many you're age get to have a wife and child. You are the best 💯👌👍👍 keep wrenching my friend.💯

[@rhs3333]

I have the 2x4 2 stroke version of that quad. 94 Polaris 300. It’s a pretty reliable machine

[@markhensley9378]

Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. Great job on the repairs. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

[@TheBrookian]

2:23 "Have no fear!! UNNNNDERDOG is here!!" I think I just dated myself... I had this EXACT issue with my golf cart. Turned out that mud dobbers had build a solid mud damn blocking the air passage tube after the filter. I couldn't see it because it was on the bend.

[@GuildOfCalamity]

That plug tester is super cool!

[@Proudpapaify]

I worked for a Polaris Dealer back when these were new. They have had carburetor issues from the start. If your filter holder repair don't hold you can get that and the belt cover after market from Amazon. Back then Polaris did not sell oil they called for full syn after the cams started wearing out and atf fluid in the front hubs. You don't even need Motorcycle oil because there are no clutches in the engine and oil weight depends on where you live 10w30 is fine most of the time.

[@BSS22193]

So Polaris engines are not that picky about the oil type? I have a Polaris Magnum 425 6X6 but since i've always heard that it always should be used Polaris oil in Polaris 4 stroke engines i haven't used any other oil. Is it the same for transmission oil or the oil in the front hubs for Polaris ATV's and UTV's too that you can use other oil types without any problem?

[@Proudpapaify]

@@BSS22193 Polaris Atv's are not picky about there oil as long you run synthetic oil. Transmission runs the same oil as the engine, The newer UTV's are picky about the oil weight if they call for a 5W20 use 5W20.

[@BSS22193]

@@Proudpapaify Thanks a lot i understand! I have been thinking about this a lot of times when it comes to service my ATV. But can you use the same oil in the front hubs as you can use in the transmission on these older Polaris ATV's or do they need any other type of oil?

[@Proudpapaify]

@@BSS22193 The front hubs need ATF automatic transmission fluid. That is what Polaris recommended before they started selling there own fluids.

[@BSS22193]

@@Proudpapaify Ok thanks, then i know what oil types to look for when i should service my ATV. 😊

[@DealinDmg]

Another great deal. That has to be the best $200 You've ever spent. Ya it's gonna need some tires and that clutch cover. But, regardless what a good buy. Excellent work Joe💪😎

[@JohnWhite-tg9wf]

well done Joe fixed it, maybe somones shortened your air box rubber end, or mixtures out more petrol for amount of air comming into carb

[@dannystudebaker8883]

Recently came across your channel and i must say im highly impressed with your mechanical skills and i absolutely love watching your videos they are definitely entertaining and informative.

Rubber (resistant to fuels) is normally attached to metals or nonmetals surfaces by the ad of painting the metal parts in areas where you can see it shall be attached. Let it dry. Apply the rubber part to the painted metal area and supply some pressure but mainly heat will do the cure. The paint is a special dedicated glue to ad/cure the contact areas

[@davewarrender2056]

Sometimes I think vin is the real star , and you are the comedic side kick😅

[@im-that-guy-pal]

Thise tractor mufflers work quite well on atvs surprisingly. I have one on my wolverine with the combination of a mower one at the back of the atv. Its so quiet you can hear the air being sucked into the carburetor.

[@TheOnespeedbiker]

Inherited the same quad as a basket. Had to find a carb and throttle. Finally started but wouldn't run faster than an idle. I read this was indicative of a cam with a worn exhaust lobe. Pulled the cam and sure enough it was worn to almost nothing (how is that possible? Did the previous owner just idle the engine endlessly?). Anyway I replaced the cam and it ran fantasticly.

[@jsimm4587]

I saw his one with the bike on the back of the truck I hoped you’d work on it today . I’ve had one for a year trying to get it right . Would die backing up wasn’t cutting out in reverse fan great idling around but full throttle or against a hill it would cut out I totally went threw it new valves cleaned carb new cam everything was good new fuel pump coils stator still ran crappy got a used regulator CDI and Rev limiter still crappy . Found a 180 main jet in it and got a 140 and it ran great then . What a pain it was and it is now back after a couple months with no spark . I was really hopeful you’d need to do more to that one . Wish I could come over and say help !!!! Also that’s one of the fastest ATVs I’ve rode .

[@martinblackburn2723]

i have had the same issue on my quadrunner 250 and it was my carb bowl gasket was not sealing properly anymore as soon as i changed it it ran like a charm

[@dieseldoc25]

The few times I've pulled the carb off my of my 500 Scrambler that polaris carb mount as aggravated me, thankfully this one is a bit easier than the scrambler

[@davidvaeyens2188]

fantastic !!!.. it can also be simple Joe.. Vinny was very excited.. still honest sellers who don't rip you off .. the only thing I would replace is the silencer.. top Joe.. you deserve it really..ps..how is the ATV right outside your garage? engine...I'm really curious about...greetings

[@walk4718]

I think Vinny was a little more interested in playing on that beautiful day 👍

[@averyroot7643]

I'm 72 and ride in my back lot on my Kawasaki 300 Bayou....you are a Great Mechanic not sure where your located but would like you as my neighbor in Mass.

[@clarkpitts5393]

I know people hate Repairis quads. I've had good luck with them. Great vid.

[@jimgillett1184]

Another great video Joe. Heck of a deal for 200 buck's!😊

[@wallen8132]

I had the exact same problem did all the same things you did to try and fix it though it was my air box Turned out to be the intake boot o ring was sucking in just a bit of air . Runs perfectly now maybe give that a try

[@PaulHigginbothamSr]

I think with that diaphragm being loose, ya'll can drill a tiny hole in the connecting pins and put tiny screws in it for a firm fit. With that air box with the broken supports I think if ya'll scratch it up with sandpaper then spray it with brake cleaner ya'll can use that hot wax, but it is really plastic you can put a good weld on with plastic sticks in hot wax.

[@mikeymike1705]

Joe, with your spark plug tester, can you show what a fouled plug looks like at revs?

[@2vintage]

Yes

[@chathamguy1able]

nice find you cant get much for $200 now a days -- great video like always ---

[@jakeowens1770]

Had same top end problem worth my Sportsman 500. Carbs are really sensitive to air leaks and tuning. You must have the airbox on when adjusting carb

[@RichValentine1972]

Another successful fix, good job Joe!

[@bryankerr69]

Got a great deal. I would still look into a new airbox. Thanks for sharing.

[@danielpaulson786]

Had a Suzuki quad that wouldn't run at all if the air box wasn't completely sealed. Got it for 250$ quadrunner 230 I think.still you got a heck of a deal .

[@Hex3dprints]

Wow, That thing is a survivor!

[@GeorgeT6566]

The Heading on this video is what one would call click bait. Nobody could fix this. LOL funny man.

[@AnthonyRufo-rc1zm]

This could become a good backup utility machine when you do landscaping, gardening, ice fishing, etc.

[@brookematthews8204]

It's lean, by adding the tape over the pipe your choking it thus the carb pulls more fuel less air. Raise the needle if its a clip type or go to a slightly larger jet/mixture.

[@Three60Construction]

Vinny shook his head no right from the start. Vinny always knows.

[@jonathanfenne4948]

It's lean. Loose airbox allows in more air. Go up a size on main jet.

[@davecummings3335]

Check your intake manifold. The rubber comes loose from the aluminum and creates an air leak if any pressure is applied to the carburetor that would open the gap.

[@robbie449]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaOuXouomNKgbrssi=dLGw_OsUKtB9L2Wh Any idea on this one?

[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

One thing I noticed is before you took the plug out, you should have blown out the hole. When they are in there stuff falls in but you already know this. She’s a runner.

[@georgeburch1479]

That spark plug tester is cool as heck

[@stevemurphy3551]

thanks Joe for the help. I have 425 magnum 6x6 i had hard time tuning it this video really help thanks again!!!!

[@MichaelMaxim-ft5sv]

Two hundred bucks of fun....nice work youngster

[@jayryan7473]

On my 99 400 EX whenever the intake boot (between the carb and the air filter) comes loose from the carb it doesn't want to start, It just coughs and spits. Basically the carb would get too much air and not enough fuel. It was a mystery what was going on at first because everybody was telling me to take off the air box lid to let more air in to make the quad go faster, with no concern for installing the proper jet afterwards. I have dumb friends & sometimes we have to learn the hard way 😁

[@seebeedee]

That wheeler being that fussy on the air in, you wanna bet that teactor muffler is too restrictive also? Also I'd coat the whole outside of air box with thin layer of silicone where the cracks are, or entirely. Great find!

[@jakerose3389]

Double check fuel pump. Seemed weak from the clip. If that's weak, will give the same symptoms. Had same issue on my 500ho. New aftermarket pump is cheap from Dennis kirk

[@Dylan12537]

If you remove the slide there are two security screws to remove the main jet housing in the carb. There are two o-rings on it that rot and cause this issue.

[@spruceville660]

I would check the vacuum on the carb. Sounds like it has a vacuum leak. If it loses vacuum the slide comes down and kills the throttle even though you have finger trigger open.

[@butterytoast4836]

My grandfather has that quad. It’s a pretty nice machine.

[@waffalobill]

Kinda makes sense if the air box is leaking your losing vacuum. The slide works on vacuum. I never had one with that type of carb. $200 quad that runs. Would love it to putt around my yard.

[@jeremyjones5386]

Random observation... If everything checks out, as appears to be the case, then I'd start looking at what's changed or are there aftermarket parts in play. In this case, the only thing non-OEM that appears to be on it is that janky tractor exhaust. Wonder if that thing is too restrictive or something similar and is the source of the issue? You've proved that it's an airflow issue with the work you've done. My next step would be to look at the exhaust.

[@sshomesteaders1776]

Vinnie with the big jump off the trailer.....cool pup

[@zachmeyer8962]

I need another 400 but mine was two stroke I do still have a 250 trailboss live that beast

[@scottyprice1787]

😮great video Joe keep them coming man

[@niccer28]

I have the same wheeler with the same air intake issue I took a foam filter and put it over the intake inlet were you put the tape and it helped. I was hoping you would do some troubleshooting on the radiator fan. Mine is not working haven’t had time to troubleshoot it yet.

[@windspoint]

Another great video. Maybe you should experiment with some plumbing pipe and develop an airflow reducer to sell to Polaris owners as a plug and play fix

[@shawnstjohn3831]

Dude, your fleet has outgrown your shelter capacity. You need a pole barn in that area next to your yard! Would make for some cool content and give you much needed space

[@PierreRichard-o5l]

Nice job buddy you always do amazing work i enjoy watching you go at it

[@davidevenson2242]

On mine the neck for the air box would flatten out cutting off the air flow. I threw it away and bam fixed.

[@kenmiller5954]

to lean adjust choke some to make up the difference , the clutch cover have a vent tube to air box?

[@johnnyjew2000]

Hey Joe , i have the same machine, its very sensitive to airbox and air filter and even the intake manafold, and mine did the same with bogging until i found a small bent part of the intake manafold, once i fixed that it was fine, the only thing i cant figure out is front right hub wont go into 4wd.

[@kvandyke252]

Solar panel electric fence will work great for your garden 👍

[@brianelliot2719]

Thanks Joe. Enjoyed the video and learned something. 😊

[@markkrugle2926]

Never seen that tool for welding plastic back together. Hope you have a link for this tool, if not can you add it please. Thanks, Mark

[@forzaclips3675]

Try to get your hands on a Suzuki TS50X. Good mopeds here in Norway😊

[@TimLucas-j2n]

Think there is supposed to be a cone on the end of the air-box that goes under the tank cover that reduces the size of the tube opening. Gets the air intake higher to prevent water from getting in. At least my Polaris's have them on the ends. That would account for the tape job "fixing" it.

[@thomasebsen8821]

You shouldn't have to tape the intake to make it run better you know that. You're too good to be doing that! Taping intake means the carb needs to be richened up ,but first find a new intake box ,then richen the carb. It's not like you to half ass something, you always do it right.

[@Evadingmoto]

He half asses shit all the time

[@willmc42]

Verify power at the junction before buying lamps. It could be the switch or fuse since all lights are out.

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

Did a top end on one of those Magnums for my brother in law, was a big pain in butt.

[@jmendo2546]

I would just put Green Slime in tire's, and smear Blue permetex on seat to cover hole, I do it on my rip's and it hold's up and stop's foam from getting wet and expanding