I Bought This $15,000 UTV For $3,000. How Bad Could It Be?

[@lappdawg1]

Good morning everybody, I just want to give credit where it’s do, if you have or haven’t watched this young man from way back when and see his progress through the years and not agree that he’s done well for himself, shame on you, Joe I’m gonna give your flowers while you’re able to receive them and say I appreciate your efforts and videos, you have true grit for what it takes to get the job done, keep up the good work, I’m sure I’m not the only one who agrees 😉🤙💪

[@staygold902]

Yeah he's made leaps and bounds from the beginning in his parents garage

[@stkyfngrszmooth]

FYI - Joe is married.

[@davidfarley1175]

THATS NOT GOOD WORK, IT'S CALLED HALF ASSING THE REBUILD,

[@module79l28]

*where it's due. 😉

[@staygold902]

@@davidfarley1175 what exactly did he half ass. He hasn't even started the rebuild yet. This was just a tear down lol

[@tgcrissy7327]

I really look forward to Joes videos more so than anything on network television.He is a nice young man with talent and thats a great thing to see today with all the negativity around

[@staygold902]

Yeah, I think he is genuinely a good person. Also always keeps it professional

[@LewisMowersandBoats]

I agree 👍

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

Absolutely!!

[@douglasedward4041]

With all the frustrating problems, stripped bolts, scraped knuckles, lies from sellers, he never utters one word of profanity. Lol! He’s a better man than me.

[@mrsmith4662]

I love the way these are merrily stripped apart, cog from cog. Even with a manual I'd have no idea how it would all go back together & ever work again!

[@jamesverrall754]

I think that he talks through every piece in order and its orientation so that he can reassemble in reverse order to how he disassembled. Haynes manuals were bibles though for older bikes and he he if you did it right there was nothing left over. It’s great watching him I must say 😮

[@bristolcity514]

Taking videos, pictures and have a good mechanical background can get you through most projects. There is so much more available information these days.

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

That's why he is recording and talking about the orientation of the parts. The youtube thing is a bonus.

[@minnesotatomcat]

It’s not that bad, they’re all different but still all very much the same. Take pictures and notes of things you may not remember and lay things out in an orderly way and you’d be surprised what you can do. There’s always gonna be specialty tools needed for some things but if you’re creative you can get away without having to buy some of that too.

[@JimParvin-o9e]

I have been waiting to see what the guts of this project of yours looks like and your diagnosis was. Bravo for your understanding and workmanship.

[@moldingpro7208]

I have been a KZbin viewer for over 12 years now. This is my all time favorite content. Thank you for your fine work!

[@skydiver6711]

I just never cease to be amazed at your mechanical knowledge. The reason why the dealership could not fix it is becaue they have parts changers and not mechanics. You sir are a true mechanic.

[@jabernathy2595]

I'm always impressed with your ability to repair everything you work on. On this UTV, I could have found the problem but putting it back together again...no way!! I truly enjoy your work. I also like the fact that you don't use bad language during filming. Keep up the good work and I'll be watching.

[@tedcallaway9432]

That Kawasaki G5 100 was my first motorcycle! I’m 67 years old now. Thanks for bringing back wonderful memories I have of that time!

[@2vintage]

They are nice bikes. Thanks for watching!

[@delles1548]

I've watched your videos for some time, and I have to say, I really enjoy watching someone who knows what they are doing and doesn't throw the towel in when it gets tough. You are a credit to your generation, and I would never be worried if I bought a machine from you.

[@DjBud_VinD]

That main bearing didnt sound too good, maybe should change that too? Flush the rest of those bearings real good because there was many metal parts around. Great video again hi5

[@robertdelinsky7247]

He dosent clean anything and u think he will clean those bearings?

[@stkyfngrszmooth]

That was standard when I was doing this type of work. Even if the customer didn't want it, I'd insist. After all, if the bearings failed after I fixed it, the customer would always blame me, and that wasn't going to be a reputation I was going to have.

[@2vintage]

Yes will be changing it!

[@scottsmall9898]

That's the third one of these shit boxes that I've seen in the last 6 months with the same problem. You got lucky and didn't mess up your transmission gears. The one I fixed 3 weeks ago needed 8 gears/sprockets replaced. Sad thing is someone paid $15k for these things and I feel it's a manufacturing problem. I think the bolts start backing out from the plate that was lose on yours and that makes the pinion gear loosen up and blow it all to hell. Parts aren't bad but one of the parts I ordered was on back order and ended up waiting 5 weeks to get it. I put it back together with all new bearings and good ones at that. Those ended up costing the most out of the parts. You got a good deal at $3k.

[@stkyfngrszmooth]

Sounds like you know your stuff with these. What do you think Joe could get for something like this once it's all fixed and ready to go?

[@scottsmall9898]

@stkyfngrszmooth in his area prices are way different than here in SC but I would list it for $8k and let it go for $6500 with what he's got into it. He should be able to at least double his money.

[@sevenskulls1]

Previous owners pinned the throttle and then did a neutral drop! All the damage adds up! People are knuckle heads. Love the videos Joe!

[@Joe-l4w]

You should have your own television show. I look forward to watching your videos every Sunday. One cool guy. Still waiting on the red white and blue honda

[@SuEnRoD]

I love how Vinny has trained you to chase that toy when you throw it.🙃

[@keiths8800]

My thought exactly.

[@2vintage]

Yeah he owns me haha

[@dougaranda6187]

The smoking gun with the UTV is definitely the ripped out hitch receiver. Probably when the gears locked up it quickly spun the nut off. Also, you need a solid top work bench. It must be pretty messy when fluids leak between the boards.

[@paulchristensen6722]

Sheet metal with a marine edge lip so nothing can roll off works great

[@keithnsearle7393]

The amount of knowledge that you have to do these engines is a very good godsend that you have. It is a shame that not many people have the knowledge to have the same as you. Thank you for detailing the break down on these engines, it is very informative to have you go through the details.

[@will17527]

Pumping out videos quicker than a new tv series love the content brother much love from uk 🇬🇧

[@richardthompson6265]

Love the content to Stourbridge 🇬🇧

[@sw6559]

What amazes me is the dealer mechanics equated gear grinding to a clutch problem. Those are some stupid mechanics. Most mechanics at dealerships have no idea how to diagnose or disassemble a small engine and give up like they did here or replace the entire engine and trans if under warranty. Very good for you because of the deep discount. You are an actual mechanic and keep it up.

[@snowbelt]

CONGRATS on a Half Million Subs!!

[@2vintage]

Thank you!

[@paulirvine6336]

wtf is george i thought that was a bedroom slipper lol , great video as always

[@chrisanderson4799]

I have a feeling whoever assembled that section simply forgot to go back and torque all the fasteners. Being finger tight it was only a matter of time. Hope you can find parts for it.

[@larrycole6476]

Thanks for the great wholesome content! Love your channel and from an older biker I find it informative and refreshing, I started with a Dt 125 , so the Kawasaki brings back good memories!

[@hunt1198]

Joe watching you makes me wanna work on engines too. But all the work it takes to reassemble the motor the way it came apart. I can say you are a master at what you do. If I lived by you I would want to learn from you. Start a small engine school.

[@speedfreak8200]

He has a small engine school, it's on KZbin

[@hunt1198]

@@speedfreak8200 Watch and learn show

[@thebigguy8306]

And the Star of our show 2Vinny. Frustrating, how something seemingly simple (cheap) can become complicated (time-consuming and expensive). Nice Engine out video. Lots of learning/teaching moments, and far more patience than I would have

[@dougbutler1131]

An observation: where the brace(which is part of the case) that the shaft of the axle mounted through, looked like a crack in the metal of that brace.

[@sysrpn]

Yup, I saw that too.

[@coreysmith7357]

Seems like this was missed. Need more up votes so he sees it.

[@rcpilot1963]

Make sure you get backlash settings and a shim kit if needed when you reassemble it.

[@charmainevandiford6622]

I do some tech work and it is a joy to watch someone that is mechanically inclined like yourself. My problem would be remembering how it all goes back together.

[@commishg]

The ripped hitch receiver was a clue dropper, but with your expertise and patience, you will get it going for a minimal cost. Your patience and calm demeanor is an example for us all. Thank you!

[@Boga217]

Someone was thrashing the hell outta this thing, drug it out of the mud then hosed it down..took it to the dealer and said " hey man I was cruising a dirt trail with some friends and pow it just wouldn't go".. probably a much different explanation or just a hey idk what happened. Repo unit or stolen maybe..but definitely rode hard.

[@patrickmorrissey2271]

Great job. Isn't it fun when the puller won't budge it??? Heh heh! No... No it is not.... I always grease those threads on any of that stuff though... You don't want that binding in the threads.... any of that stuff, pullers, spring compressors, what have you.... Keep those threads clean & greased.... So great job on that. Vinnie & George look like fun dogs....

[@transmitterguy478]

Ahhh, the sound of an old Japanese motorcycle engine. I remember the first time I heard it back in the '60s. I'll never forget the sound. Great videos, Joe.😀

[@2vintage]

The best sound!

[@amykryptonite]

Yeahhh Vinnie 😊 that sound of a old 2 stroke is so amazing 👍😃

[@169hoi]

Love the christmastree of adapters at the beginning haha! Keep up the great work, this is real quality content!

[@Gary-g3q]

Thanks Joe, good show

[@_BAD_MERC_]

When these break why does it ALWAYS have to be the very first part that comes down the assembly line? That was some serious digging but as always - you impress!

[@2vintage]

Haha yeah it always seems like that's the case!

[@jimcobb9547]

Another amazing video Joe! First thing I do when I get up is check KZbin for a new video from you. I’ve said it before and I will say it again in my opinion you have the best channel on KZbin.

[@kevinsellsit5584]

Thanks for the deep dive into that engine. If those spiral bevel gears are "cheap" it will be a true testament to modern machinery and manufacturing. Despite challenges with tight hardware and the need for a few more specialty tools for the ever growing collection, this should be a good deal in the long run.

[@philthayer4087]

My first bike a 1971 kawasaki trail boss. Rode the crap out off it. $395 new. Pedaled my Azz off on my paper route, mowed lawns and washed cars for the money. Used to need new rings and a hone every three months.

[@dowdawg]

Bought my first and only bike 76 yz 125 with 250.00$ in change. I brought to the guy in a duffel bag he loved it and laughed so hard. It was in 1977 I was 14.

[@staygold902]

Mine was a 76 kawasaki ke100. Rode the absolute shit out of that bike

[@speedfreak8200]

My second bike was a a 70' Kawi 100 Trail Boss 100 10 speed when I was 14. At 16 I got a 72' Honda SL125. at 17 I dropped out, got a job and bought a 74' yamaha DT250... the rest is history

[@daleolson3506]

Honda ct70 in a basket. Yes it was in parts in a crate. Wore out. My brother and dad and I put it together. Wore it out 2 more times.

[@minnesotatomcat]

The heat may have done more than you think. If I ever have anything stuck like that I immediately go for the torch and most of the time that will do it. Depending on if there is seals and things that can get damaged you sometimes gotta be careful and precise with the heat but it most of the time it can’t hurt to try 👍

[@TenRing69]

With the amount of metal particulates & chunks flowing around in that motor, I would be surprised if any bearing is good at this point. Joe, it appears you will definitely have some time, labor & $$$ invested in this one.

[@2vintage]

Yeah lots of time

[@RAKINAUS]

ONYA Joe, that little kwaka 100 has to be the simplest bike on the planet, little two stroke has so few parts and they are all robust. That T Boss side by side, good call , somebody tried to pull a stump, they should have got a Harley!! Love your work!

[@markeasterwood1187]

I'm looking forward to you finding the parts and completing the rebuild. I'm sure you'll nail it.

[@RiderJon-offical]

Hey, congrats on 500k subs!! Been here sense 250K! Keep up the great work!

[@ngblunden]

Great work Joe ,When are you going to treat yourself to a decent Bike Lift Save your Back ,Neil from Wales UK

[@leehyer4916]

When is 40 years old probably😅

[@brianharrison1367]

Thanks, Joe, another great video. You're not far off breaking up my marriage because I binge watch your videos over and over. Great stuff 😂

[@Thuddster]

This driveline is just loaded with bad design! Makes it a nightmare to service. Thank you for persevering Joe!

[@greathornedowl3644]

Again, your patience and knowledge are outstanding. You persevered long after I'd taken a sledgehammer or a match to it. Congrats on 500k subs; next up is 1M. I thought all subs would get a former project. Special guest star 2Vinny time. Sweet-looking Kawasaki, would it carry Charlie now?

[@adamcweber]

The nut backed off of the pinion shaft at some point in the past but the pinion gear was still on the shaft and slipped off as you took it apart... it physically could not have come off on it's own and the UTV would not have moved and done all of the grinding and jerking if the ring and pinion weren't still in position turning against each other.

[@JonathanPhilip24]

Great job on these rebuilds! Would enjoy seeing you do a video on how you organize the bolts and know where everything goes when you put them back together.

[@whatisayz250f]

Another awesome video Appreciate all your hard work. It’s gotta take a lot to edit those videos and get them out and waiting for parts and putting everything back together wow. Love the 100cc bike your grandpa gave you very nice.👍👍

[@jvsmeds]

I think I can ask for most of us when I ask you this question Joe. Can you show us in a video how you keep all the parts organized as you are taking things apart? So many keys, bolts, screws etc. You must have a great system!

[@jackmundo4043]

Excellent episode, thanks. You’ve got a good throwing motion. I’m guessing infielder, for sure.

[@dowdawg]

Good observation coming from a third baseman and shortstop. 😅

[@SnSBath]

That was a Friday built machine. Somebody wanted to start the weekend early and didn't finish tightening the bolts. Also, could have tried to "yank" somebody out.

[@fenderman1_407]

Picked up a blown up 02 kx65 for 400 because of you man, your an inspiration to put this pent up motivation to use

[@MM_in_Havasu]

Excellent video, hope you can get parts to fix the UTV, and that little Kawasaki KE100 enduro bike looks and sounds great. It should have a 5 speed gearbox in it, and do put oil in the oil injection tank and use it! Kawasaki 2-stroke oil pumps are reliable, you can trust it. I couldn't help but notice that it lit right off with 1 kick when you put some gas in the tank, that says a lot right there. Keep up the great work, Joe!

[@colinrobertson3779]

Hi, just have a look at the casing that holds the shaft in, it looks like it has a crack on the top. 😮. Great content and I admire your work 👌🏻

[@JamesCook-e3z]

I love your videos. Many years ago i was a car mechanic. The only thing i would change i think you pay about 20% to much so what ever your going to pay take another 20% off. I think you'll find they take it or very close to it. I was good at buying and selling awhile back.

[@magilla9792]

Great to see Vinny and George was a good surprise too. I think the bolts on that transmission were never torqued at the factory. Quality control is getting worse everywhere. Can't wait for the rebuild.

[@Chris_at_Home]

I have a neighbor that works on his own ATVs and snowmachines and when he can’t get a clutch or nut off he comes over and borrows my 1/2” Dewalt impact that has 300 ft pounds of torque. It has never let him down.

[@Jimsalos]

Have a great Sunday, everyone!

[@gggracing113.]

You also Jim!😊

[@johnb5519]

Good tear down. The only thing you have to worry about is the bearings being damaged from all the metal debris getting into them. Oil on bad bearings can make them feel good, but after you wash them out they'll sound and feel really bad.

[@LEE-jj4yk]

Great video Joel 100% manufacturers fault them bolts were not torqued in anyway that’s what you get with cheap manufactured great for you should be cheapish fix many make sure Joel there’s no sparkles in your bearing races

[@93zr440]

Joe good job. When primary if fighting you pack the hole with grease and then drive in the bolt. Hydraulic pressure will release it.

[@LewisMowersandBoats]

Awesome Joe 😊 you found the problem 👊Also family machines are special buddy 👍 thanks for sharing.

[@Nighthawk1966]

Great stuff as always Joe & great to see your buddy Vinnie !!!

[@sterlingthibodeaux3690]

Hey Joe... When someone asks you, "Dang!!.. How many screws were there to take out just to split the case?" You answer.. "All of them".. Holy smokes... I lost count when I ran out of fingers and toes... LOL!!!... CHEERS!!! (back to the video)

[@wesleypulkka7447]

2V, looks like some bearings, a couple of gears a ton of cleaning and gaskets and you've got a low miles unit! Congrats!

[@donscott6431]

That little 100 reminds me of my 1966 Yamaha YL-1, twin jet 100. Used to top out around 40mph. I rode it, many a time, from Nashville Tennessee to Greenville Kentucky to visit my granddaddy on his farm, in the summer. Felt like a world explorer😊

[@steveaustin1984]

Happy to see you cleaning a bit before you start. Appreciate the upload.

[@daleolson3506]

Finally

[@ar2043]

15 minute crew!!! Sunday morning joe ☕️ with Joe!!! Let's gooooooooooo!!!!

[@markhooper5824]

Great job. George is a cool dog. Love those little Kawasaki bikes.

[@brianmckenna3440]

Another great video Joe good luck with the rest

[@Six4691]

Nice win on the T-Boss, couple gears and good to go. You going to keep it for the family or flip it?

[@douglasfitzsimmons654]

Love the content, I had the ke 175 version of tour 100cc ke, brilliant bike. Keep up the good work👍

[@JonathanPhilip24]

Really enjoy your videos. Watch every one. Gotta say though it’s time to upgrade the ASIC’s shoes with the bright green. You’ve been wearing those same shoes for like 10 years 😅 Go with some cool Nike Dunks or Jordan’s and guaranteed instant 10k more subs. Keep up the great content bro.

[@nickgruber2593]

Joe I can’t believe how far you go on some of these machines. It’s amazing. Love the little bike too. You know what I’m saying next. How about a Suzuki Lt80 on the channel one day

[@all4jarrett]

Is that a crack or casting at 26:56 on the shaft bearing boss, also should the output shaft hubs be offset like that? Just thinking of shaft vibration / balance.

[@craigcotton4893]

Very nice looking KM Joe. That was my first motorcycle when I was about 13.

[@edwardweisenburg6585]

The vinster needs a tennis ball and you need a tennis racquet ❤. I love your channel man. !!!!!! Tons of content. Never a dull moment !!!!!❤

[@wcg66]

The fact the hitch was torn off, it’s clear they pulled something way too big for the UTV and stripped those gears in the transmission. They didn’t want to tell you that, I’m sure.

[@frankietaylor4803]

Check out your gear housings very carefully for hairline cracks , especially where the shaft goes through the case , It looks like a small hairline crack . Great content you do. 👍

[@neutonrenda2303]

Lol, it looks like Vinnie didn't think that you'd follow him into the long grass. Poor George looks he's worried that Vinnie might try fetching him lol.😂👍

[@TechGorilla1987]

I much prefer this style of recap video. I know that my opinion doesn't mean a whole lot, but I enjoy this style.

[@donscott6431]

“I think yall wanna see Vinnie too”. YAYYY! You KNOW it😊. Little fur nubbin❤

[@Budzanshiet]

Hey 2 vintage I wish you would try and pick up a mini bike or two and fix them up your vid’s are super cool and really informative I’d really appreciate it

[@thomasgordon489]

Your knowledge is awesome. And it’s now supported by Dr Vinnie and Capt George. You are a blessed young man. All the best to you.

[@bradhall7907]

U r a motorcycle genius. How do u determine the compression of a specific motor ? 2 stroke or 4 stroke or cc ...

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

Gotta 2fer today... can't beat that!!! Awesome videos

[@raynyhus2026]

Nothing beats a good air impact. I loved my snap-on, never let me down.

[@ShelleyMcDowell-p2p]

The geroder oil pump probably has foreign metal pressed into the working faces. CAREFUL inspection is a MUST. Nice detective mind you got there😊 Good luck in the future.

[@michaelpemantel1970]

Did you ever do a followup video to the Cub Cadet UTV, with the blown apart cylinder?

[@themister3865]

What year is the Kawasaki 100? With the help of my father, I purchased a new 1971 Kawasaki Trail Boss 100 cc G4TR with the Hi / Low dual range transmission. I think it cost about $500 brand new in 1971. My dad told me that if I saved up half of the cost of the bike that he would chip in the other half. I don't think that he thought that I would save up my $250, but I did by mowing neighbors' lawns in the summer and shoveling snow from their driveways in the winter. True to his word, after I accumulated my half of the money required, my dad chipped in the other half, and we purchased the new bike. I had such a blast on that bike riding the trails in the woods as a 16-year-old kid. Great memories, as I'm now almost 70 years old and still riding motorcycles.

[@byronjuen616]

Can't wait to see it up and running!

[@bobcat1]

I can tell you what caused those gears to get destroyed. This happens when you try to pull out another stuck vehicle using a chain or strap that does not give. Also a steady pull does not cause this. It happens when you get a running start and try to yank it out. That is also why the trailer hitch is ripped off.

[@doylefrost4314]

Re: your 100 CC bike. My first motorcycle was a surplus Royal Mail Telegraph delivery motorcycle. 98 CC Sun motorcycle, two gears and neutral. Top speed was supposedly 30 mph, which was because the majority of delivery people on them were sixteen years old. Dad bought it for my sixteenth birthday, and it came with a BSA 125 engine, which I was going to try and install. The BSA engine had the clutch and transmission. I never got a chance to do the change, as Dad got transferred back here to the USA from England before I could do that.

[@brianmckenna3440]

Vinny has got you well trained Koe mate 👏 👍

[@jeepman5982]

Joe, I came across your channel recently and have watched several videos since. A few questions have arisen. Several machines have not had fluids changed for some times, if ever. Should an engine flush be necessary? Antifreeze will get acidic over time. Should it not be replaced as opposed to just topping up? Some machines come in pretty disgustingly dirty. Do you do a pressure wash with the plastics off before reassembly? My OCD wouldn't let me not do it until fully cleaned.

[@ste1872]

Great job on all these bikes & quads I've not seen you fail yet on any build

[@Smalltechguy]

LOL " Vinnie you have to come back here" I was hoping to see him again and his little companion George. You have more patience than I do. Still waiting on a history of how you got started. Did you attend any tech schools or did you just learn from your other family members? Coming from your first rental house to this one and "The land" you have come a long way. Hope to see your Christmas decorations this year and Vinnies elf costume...lol

[@jamesallen712]

You must have one heck of a large shed to store all these fixed bikes, UTV, 4x4's, quadbikes etc

[@shittygitty71]

He doesn’t resell them?