Honda 400EX Trail Quad Restoration Rebuild

[@isaaclichtenstein7367]

That is probably one of the best looking 400ex's I've ever seen I hope you do more videos man 👍👌

[@lukekutscherenko2555]

Isaac Lichtenstein mines nice asf i

[@300exchannel9]

My quad is a 300ex and it’s really nice it’s bord out to a 400 and it’s fast af

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

“Fast af” huh?... You have quite an imagination for descriptive language.

[@300exchannel9]

@@swampgumpharpy7977 as fuck

[@jorgeatv337]

U haven’t seen mines

[@jjay718]

I wish I could get one for less then 1k now. Its hilarious what people want for these this year.

[@gabriellopez8101]

Yea dude I got mine pretty cheap 2.4k 2004

[@jjay718]

@@gabriellopez8101 Paid 3500 for my 2012. Its pretty clean though.

[@gabriellopez8101]

John J dang thats pretty cool👍🏽

[@kingstonlabelle6954]

Bought an 01 for $500

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Yeah man! Check the carrier bearings, swing arm bearings, and a-arm bearings. I promise you they’re shot: they all are. Have fun with it, though man, you got a great deal.

[@yeetboi5272]

That is one beautiful quad. Best 400ex I've seen so far man!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks, Man! Glad to hear it.

[@elliotparise5508]

Jacob Greeson nul

[@trailriding400exquads7]

dude I love the rims I wish I could afford rims right now but cant

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Hey, good luck with those wheels. Have a look at Team Alba Racing. If you're interested in a set of beadlocks, their prices are reasonable.

[@cameronnalley3197]

Tank Man what size are your wheels ?

[@mixflip]

I love the MSR fuel tank setup. I'm going to set my 400ex up for cruising trails as well. My friends all have 4x4 quads and we are all middle aged lol.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Nothing wrong with middle aged! Check out a few of the newer videos showing how we took it further. About to release where it's at now. $15,000 later.

[@mixflip]

@@swampgumpharpy7977 $15k???? Wow

[@j.olin-harris9126]

This 400 is awesome!!! I'm nearly done with the same type of "restoration" on my 2000 and you've given me a bunch of new, great ideas that involve ingenuity~ not relying on dumping a ton of money into it but being practical. I wish I had stumbled across this video sooner. Thank you!

[@garrygutier]

Mine is an 03. Had it for about 10 years now and purrs and pulls like a champ. Love all the mods you did in which I will be copying some of them goodies onto mine.

[@metalhead4404]

Got me a 2014 400x man you can go wrong with these quads. They are literally indestructible. Love your build too!

[@153Aviator]

I stole the fuel bottle idea. Your quad looks clean.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Yeah? Awesome, man!

[@shiftinggearsandpassingque3563]

That’s a clean 400ex man I have the same year with a big bore 440 kit with a stage 2 cam and it runs lean and mean and now I’m trying to get it to look as good as you’d man

[@MrCDRYDER]

Currently building mine. Have bunch of parts at coating. And have around 2k in the project. Your bike makes me excited to complete mine

[@lancethacker8752]

Love the tires,sounds great,and I think the muffler looks great with the yellow.

[@c.w.fishing230]

Thats probably the best lookin 400ex ive seen

[@chrisdavis1151]

Great looking quad bro I love when people put time and effort into what they have, instead of just buying a brand new 450. I myself have a souped up 300ex that I absolutely love she still runs like a beast :) keep up the good work that thing is bad ass.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks! It's much more rewarding to put a little work into an older one. And a great time with my son, too! These are the things he'll remember.

[@jeremiahhoyle7085]

I love the 400ex myself I have owned 3 and they are awesome machines very reliable easy to work on and fun to ride.

[@joes.7536]

I want to add that the 400ex or 400x is absolutely the best ATV if you don't want the fastest quad but a fast quad that is super reliable and fun. Best option if you have three grand or less. I live in Michigan and when I go up to the dunes half of what you see you up there are Hondas like this some of them even have big bore kits and Run with the 450s no problem. Half the time it's hard to even tell the difference because they have extended rear axles and extended a arms. You have to look at the plastics and headlight to determine what model it is

[@blakemirsberger4794]

Joe Bs Hondas are not reliable

[@smartmandakota]

Blake Mirsberger I call major bullshit on this one man. With every Honda I've ever owned or been around, if it'll turn over, it'll run! May have burnt valves, worn rings, or what have you, but by god it still runs!

[@mattson_9067]

Joe Bs where in Michigan? I live in Michigan also.

[@joes.7536]

Dugan Mattson Royal Oak

[@NovaGreen333]

Also in Michigan! South East! Got a fully rebuilt 91 Honda 250X. Has some 300 parts. All new red plastics, it's mint.

[@TheTruthBeToId]

Sooo sick! I got a 03/04 400ex also that I got on a trade for an old gy6 Carter Talon 150cc kart that I got for $150. The kid that I made the trade with only cared that the kart ran. The quad does need a lot of TLC but I'm very handy and got it running no problem, just need the plastics to get it going on looking this good.

[@malibusbc]

Nice work....that bike came out nice and without breaking the bank.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

T P, Thanks!

[@madeshady123]

really like the extra fuel idea looks sharp

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Right?

[@coleschowe7706]

Jeremy Bowers I wear a backpack with tools and gas too it's the best idea I've had in a while give it a go next time you can you won't regret it

[@wordcrimes4649]

Cole Schowe isnt that heavy

[@coleschowe7706]

no not really it feels like my school bag so I do just fine with it

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

@Probably wont die from coronavibrus, Funny that you would leave us a comment this mindless; give yourself a thumbs-up; then actually leave the misspelled and half-witted comment up as a testament to your complete lack of education and wit. In all seriousness, it demonstrates great self-awareness that you’ve changed your name from “shit diaper” to “probably wont die from coronavibrus”. You and your outbursts of misspelled rants are always welcomed on our page, sir, for the sake of a quick laugh at your expense, and perhaps a little of our own. 😉

[@bryanmayes9234]

That clear coat is probably "Clear Max 2k" it says 368 0061 in big numbers on the front and it has the plastic thing on the cap you put on the bottom of the can and smack down to break open the hardener chamber inside the can. I bought some at NAPA and its bad ass. Thats a nive 400ex man. I am leaning towards getting one as i see them cheap around here and i have an old honda CM450e twin streetbike sitting here lol it'd be a beast

[@rsmith87]

Just gave me hope for my 98’ 300ex 💪🏾

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

rsmith87 That’s cool, man! I wanna see it when it’s done.

[@edwinwx260]

How's the build comin along?

[@jmecillakennedy7102]

Awesome 400 ex!! I still have 2 2000 models layed out with 460 stroker motors in them and ride with the 450s every weekend.We do some gncc vet C for fun too.great looking quad again..

[@josephlubera1]

Great job buddy, enjoy the rides with the family.

[@81caution45]

Kool thanks bro. can't wait to see the blaster.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

81 caution have a look at my most recent video of this 400ex. As of today, I have almost $14000 into it. I’m building a second one too, but am keeping it under wraps till it’s completed.

[@81caution45]

@@swampgumpharpy7977 I found a 99 400EX at a garage sale in my neighborhood and got it for a hundred eighty dollars not running. I cleaned out and rebuilt carburetor and it started right up. Now just looking for ideas. Good luck thanks for sharing

[@hrodscith9168]

Rebuilding my 04 300ex 387bore going to use your tips with the battery and air box

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Awesome! Let us know how it comes out!

[@maxwellendres]

So awesome. I just got one, totally dinged up and treated like the tank that it is, I'm looking forward to putting some work like you have into mine. Thanks for giving me hope😂👌🙌

[@buckyism]

I love these quads, I've rode them and owned them. If you decide not to put skid pans across the whole quad out at least suggest putting one on your rear swing arm especially for when you go to the trails, you'll be bashing your Sprocket and your disc brake, and keep an eye on the bearing carrier as well, 👌 ;) she's a beautiful build man

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

I went ahead and installed a skid plate under the swing arm. I think it's noticeable in my second video. Thanks, man!

[@erikhuff6653]

that thing looks sick only $900 what a deal

[@Kaelan514]

Then put $2500 into it.

[@forrestslater7173]

Yeah he said about 3k over all build never gunna find this clean of an ex for 900

[@Kaelan514]

@@forrestslater7173 well I bought an 02 just as clean for $1100 motor runs mint no tick still has whine. Practically a new quad. Has yoshimura exhaust

[@henrik7966]

@@Kaelan514 same

[@markpiraino5871]

Nice... my son is 9 and I'm looking to get us both inexpensive ATV's in the next year, plus I enjoy working on them too.

[@Jaydencoe15]

This thing is beautiful

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Have a look at our other videos to see it today. It’s come a long way!

[@joes.7536]

Best investment on a TRX is the case saver around the lower sprocket. I bought an excellent condition 300ex and continued to ride it like a hooligan the first time out as all young males do and chain fell off because the rear sprocket was worn and chain blew out the lower case. Talk about flushing $2500 down the tube over a $15 ebay part

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks! The case saver you see on mine is Mod Quad, and cost me $25.00.

[@lloydpowell8923]

Love your build I'm building a 03 raptor it already had ton of aftermarket parts on it good job

[@akomar1216]

Damn brother.....speachless!!! nice build man!! Love it!!! Middle class man on a middle class budget! I'm a heavy equipment operator making just enough to get by and pay my mortgage,but always enough for toys...Raptor/Banshee build coming soon!!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

I wanna see those posts when you got'em, hoss. Make that paper, and buy those toys! Lol

[@GabesGarage]

This thing looking really good I’m thinking on getting one now 😍

[@Garanger32]

yo this thing looks siiick Im gonna buy a old 400 like this and do some mods (probably more engine/suspension) but damn is yours sharp keep it up man

[@tomdavid1309]

Beautiful set up

[@slavwillisalmera9692]

beautiful quad would be proud

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks!

[@jacoby6653]

looks like you made a really nice and practical fourwheeler for a decent amount

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Great comment. That's exactly what I did.

[@eyeslay6347]

For what you spent looks awesome brother!!🤙🤙💪💪

[@SugarMapleForge]

NICE!!! Can't wait to get a build going one of these days!

[@shtevedip1175]

This is a sweet quad. I’m trying to find the parts that you have. Thanks for posting!!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Shteve Dip Thanks! Parts list is in the drop down. Stay tuned for an update, and my next build.

[@robmochdre]

really enjoyed the vid ! fantastic build ! something to be proud of for sure , lots of inspiration here keep up the good work

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thank you, Robert. You're very kind!

[@dan3510]

man, that is absolutely clean! how did u paint it? nm.... u tell us, i just had to wait

[@b3n_ketchup586]

You did an amazing job

[@austincook3931]

This is one bad ass budget built even in 2018

[@ViceVersaMusik1]

Beautiful Quad man! I've been wanting to get into fixing up old Dirt Bikes and Quads and then Reselling them, All for fun and as side work from my regular 9-5 ya kno. Awsome work tho man!

[@frisby9736]

Nice quad I love little sahara

[@motovids3615]

Awesome four wheeler

[@Z17xMachine]

Nice build man. I'm about to buy an 01' from my fathers hunting buddy for $1,300. The guy has owned it since new and has only rode it a few times a year since he bought it. It's like a brand new quad. Needs nothing. Sorry, didn't mean to make you jelly.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

That sounds great! If it were me, I'd probably still replace all fuel lines, install an inline fuel filter, and flush the fuel tank. Sitting idle is hard on fuel lines.

[@soaponarope8995]

You can get a perfect finish with a rattle can no problem if your prep work is done right.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Yes, you can. Then spill fuel on it once, and it's gone.

[@delaman4991]

Great job buddy, enjoy!

[@trailriding400exquads7]

yeah it's kinda difficult my 400ex looks amazing. lol nice quad man

[@chadspinosi8331]

Thanks for the good video dudeskie!

[@335iGuy]

Beautiful quad and great video

[@jondownie6611]

Nice work bro that thing looks awesome

[@forrestslater7173]

Gunna base my build off yours best EX ive seen yet

[@teresahernandez1546]

Nice 👍 good job 👍 get in the motor now😬

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

On that, Hoss. Look at new vids for updates. 😄

[@jeremyturnbull6299]

This thing is beautiful!! Great job

[@GobbleGumz]

so sick im gonna do something like this to my 400ex

[@jedens83]

I seen in a few other comments that you that are in Northwest Arkansas. I live in Northwest Arkansas. I got a 04 400ex, we should hit the trails sometime. I'd love to see your 400ex in person, it's a very nice 4wheeler.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Let's do that! My email is ngray@ tankspek . com

[@keegan6199]

great looking quad man!

[@jasondavis1398]

Nice bike, you done a good job

[@painistemporary4855]

What a nice TRX 😁

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Pain is Temporary It doesn’t look like this anymore. Come back in a week or two to see it now.

[@chriscarrasco7998]

I got a 400ex from my uncle for 100$ but I need to fully rebuild it so thanks for an idea on how I could do it

[@chrishuber1825]

Hey man this is definitely one of the cleanest 400 builds on the youtubes do you have a before and after pic thread anywhere or some place you could post a few pics of the top of the air/battery box with the seat off. I'm in the process of a frame up 400 resto myself and am leaning towards that super clean look getting everything off the frame, but i can't seem to find any decent detail pics of the installed airbox. FANTASTIC WORK DUDE!!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

I do happen to have a before and after. As for the inside of the box, no pics, and the 4wheeler is away for a complete top and bottom end rebuild. Those guys move slowly, but I'll take some shots when it gets back. Do you wanna shoot me your email?

[@chrishuber1825]

Thanks!! fenderfan69@gmail, as of right now i'm in the stripping the frame and slowly-going-broke-parts-buying process lol,

[@Cropsky]

Wow that wiggling is trippy

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Chris VFX It is. In my defense, I was experimenting, and had no clue that this silly video would get more than fifteen or twenty views.

[@Cropsky]

@@swampgumpharpy7977 haha anyways it was a good video!

[@AlexanderRodriguez-zg8me]

Good job 🔥🔥🔥

[@1995miguel1995]

excelente maquina compañero, increible de lo mejor que he visto... Creo que te robare alguna idea para el mio jajaja

[@heinrichvonkekelnazi393]

You forgot the cover for the front sprocket. I know, seems insignificant.. but wait until the chain monster gets a hold of your pants while you're really leaning into a turn... Never the less, sweet ass bike. I'm looking for one my self. Used too ride a Raptor 700r, with PCIII Programmer and DMC dual exhaust. Was great in drag races and dunes, but too big, too tall and too heavy to ride trails aggressively.

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

That sounds unpleasant. I should cover it.

[@blakebortles9507]

great build

[@reesegaster1611]

make more vids plse we would all appreciate it

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Absolutely! When I can 🚗🚚🚑🚙🛫🛬🏬🏨🏦🏢🏫. You know how it is.

[@Ronco160]

beautiful 400ex!

[@henriquedelange]

Beautiful 😱jaw dropping

[@ThatK5Dude]

That look so sick

[@MrAntber]

nice build man

[@josecosta6215]

Were to buy the "air/wind callers"?

[@HardEnduro8]

nice job. looks really good.

[@andyperez4255]

Dude i love it!!!

[@PaulHigginbothamSr]

Gump Harpling: looks great. Too bad about the tank cleaner. Bad berries. If this were 4 X 4 it would be excellent if the engine then had copper coat ceramics inside to keep it cooler. Your cowl air movement looks like it would be fine except in really hot weather, of course that would drive a 10 year old right off a quad.

[@Harley_Sharp]

Nerf bars with red straps would look awesome

[@Exempty]

I just spent 1200 on a 1999 400ex and it perfectly works and perfectly except the breaks dont work really that good. The body needs a new paint job and it new rims but that's all!

[@kanyeowens9613]

Where would you recommend getting atv’s like the 400ex from ?

[@shannondonaldson2045]

Craigslist, Facebook Market Place

[@justinlivengood2109]

Awesome ride man. Two questions... where did you find those shock covers and where do you find that high temp tape covering the header. Thanks man, love the build!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Hey man! Thanks! I found the shock covers on eBay, and the tape can be purchased at any auto parts store. Most of the major chain parts stores keep this tape in stock. The ebay seller is jorpi-bike. These socks are far superior in quality to any others I've used.

[@chocolatepowershovel]

Im inspired, great video!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks, Samuel!

[@npittman_03]

that things fricking awsome

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks!

[@aidenhawkins7651]

nice build!

[@aidenhawkins7651]

is there reverse

[@ChrisFlims405]

Next time u come to Oklahoma say something man I would of love to get my warrior out and for ride with u man Sarah desert is the spot

[@forwarddrive4066]

Looks great, besides the tank & sides, are you going to re do it? That's gotta be kiln u inside knowing that the quad is 98% finished. Thanks for posting 👍

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Tommy 1 C. Are you talking about the plastics? Nah, it doesn’t get to me. The larger point of the build was to keep cost reigned in, so working with the existing plastics was an obvious choice.

[@jmaxw2121]

Looks great not a big fan on the paint but good job on your build

[@chaseburgin5388]

That is nice

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Chase Burgin Thanks! Check out the video we just posted with the updated build.

[@eduardomorao971]

Ola amigo sou do Brasil lindo seu quadriciclo parabéns vou fazer um parecido com o seu abraços

[@danielaragon6058]

Nice 😎

[@slavapal00za]

Wow, your attention to detail is very impressive. Beautiful looking machine. Do you live near the Twin Cities in Minnesota? If so, I would like to be your understudy!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Arkansas, actually. And thanks!

[@AngelFernandez-br7xs]

Did you get rid of the white brothers exhaust? Would you mind giving it to me perhaps.

[@KraftsSingles]

Nice build, and bravo on completing it in the $3k range. I have two 400EX's and I'm contemplating a complete rebuild on one - parts are expensive! Can you please send me a link to the MSR fuel bottle holders, I can't seem to locate the correct 'topeak' holder. Thank you!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Parts are certainly expensive. I had to reel myself in a time or two. I can't provide a link, but I bought the bottle holders on Amazon. Search for Topeak Modula Java Bottle Cage. Mine have held up great!

[@KraftsSingles]

Tank Man thank you!

[@trailriding400exquads7]

man nice quad if i was you I would cut the plastic to make it look Sporty

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Thanks, man!! I've thought about trimming the plastics, and I just might. I don't really know how to go about it, but it can't be too difficult, right?

[@sreyes7959]

do you have any pics of how you wired everything when you put the battery box on? Also, on the cmf air scoops. Doesn't that bolt hole go to the flare thats missing on your bike? I thought they just go right in without any modification. you have another hole you drilled through the flare to bolt the scoop on. just curious after watching this video i went and bought some but they don't look like they bolt straight on. did you have to do any shaving to get the top mount to screw on? Thanks and awesome build man!

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

Late answer, I know, but yes, I did drill holes for the fenders to mount on the shrouds. I had forgotten that.

[@seanhenson5626]

Very nice built. I'm building a 2007 400ex and I'm wanting the red black beadlocks like that? What size is ur front and rear wheels/tires. I can only find rears. Also the blue wire cover from ur rear brake lines up where did u find that?

[@belizeboi2424]

Awesome build. I just picked up a 05 yesterday and your build is giving me great ideas. What's the blue covering I see on the swing arm and around the left side of the engine? Thanks

[@swampgumpharpy7977]

That's blue, plastic conduit. I took mine off because, although it looks good in pictures, it looks a little cheap in person. That's just my opinion.

[@1messi1ful]

Hey I wanted to know the name of the “air cals” you talked about. They are the plates and have “RPO powersports HMF” on both sides right underneath the front fenders