I used zip ties to hold the gears tight. Lined them up and inserted the gears. Once started in the bearing holes, I cut the zip ties and pulled them out. Worked perfect.
Remember this is a Premiere!!! It will be live at 8:30 PM ET and I will be active in the live chat box! If you don't like the premiere, hang out until 9:05 PM and you can watch it normally 🤘 Love you guys! This video is 34 minutes long!
Mike just wanted to give a shout, love the content as I built and flipped many machines myself now own an Auto Repair shop in central PA. Justin Sturgill gave you a plug is how I found your channel. Let's see some more Maverick and 250 action bro.
SORRY FOR THE DUB AT 4:32-4:50!!! I am in the process of fixing it!!! You all rock!! Extra special thank you for everyone that tuned into the premiere!
Cream and a man been watching all your videos from the beginning specially the to 50RI am a to struggle over myself I'm currently in the process of rebuilding its a caddy for one dunno if you knew of any companies like a help me with parts I know they are super rare and a lot of the parts of discontinue try calling some of your buddies over at DBC but I'm never able to get an answer wonder know if you could help me out at least pointed out right direction
DBC is usually pretty responsive; you can try sending them a direct message on their instagram @dbc_racing or email them. Parts can be really hard to find for these older quads unfortunately. Always keep an eye out on 250r forums and ebay.
The Tecate 4 is probably the hardest to find parts for, especially the 88.' I want to build one but that is what's holding me back from doing so... parts
I believe the cold crank helped even with the crank puller. To bad all engines aren't designed like the banshee cases they are very simple, but good job bro your a great mechanic. You should be a service advisor at a bike shop.👍
Happy to see the poly skid plate. They slide across stuff so much easier so they dont have to be as tough as the metal or aluminum and are better for the vibration of the bike and also for putting back on after taking some hits they line back up and are not as warped, if so lay in the sun or put some heat to it
Excellent video. The lighting and sound are top notch. Awesome editing. Good channel. I enjoyed watching your project. I’m not even really into this stuff.
keep doing what you do mike! thanks for the free entertainment will be buying shirts when i get back to work. u need your own atv grips and graphics to sell cooler and cooler racks for the back of your quads .
The engine stand looks awesome! Thanks for the effort you put in on these videos. My workplace is shutdown for the time being. I came across your channel and It’s got me pumped up to get back in the garage and work on some projects I have let go idle for way too long.
that thing sure looks purdy, thanks for the video, i got to rebuild mine sometime, I've been running it 8 years strong and haven't had to do anything to it. keep up the good work sir
@@MichaelSabo, I ride it at least twice a week or more where I live we have dirt roads that stretch for miles and miles. I'm still waiting on my 250r project shirt to get here.
Makes me want to go look for something to rebuild love to do a 1990 model suzuki lt250r I loved mine back in the day i bought it brand new .but great video keep it up bud
Awsome vids and build man! Also little tip ice learned putting 250rs together if you stand the case half up so you can inserts the shift shafts horizontally don't have to worry about any washers or gears falling of works so much better haha! Can't wait to see this one done man!
The moly grease is not for sticking the washers of the gears, it is when you crank the engine for the first time, this places can be damaged because of low lubrication. It will also prevent heat buildup in this rubbing parts. This is what I know.
Crank seals are notorious for blowing out over time and/or leaking. Tule of thumb: always focus on the area most prone to flood leaks first when torquing. Stay torquing the bolts around the crank first, then work your way outwards to the others 👍
I always find it easiest to stand the case up when putting in the trans. Gravity doesn’t pull the washers off. And usually you can mesh both shafts and support from the bottom with both hands. Slide it right in place then put the case back down for the shift drum and forks.
When you are installing the crank by freezing it you can heat the inner race on the crank bearing. Just take a socket that fits inside of it and heat the socket with a torch. Not in the bearing obviously. If you heat the socket and put it in the bearing a few times you can transfer heat to the inner race without melting and seals like would happen using a torch on the bearing. Doesn't take much to get it to expand just enough for the frozen crank to drop right in. I've built a lot of engine's both 2stroke and 4stroke and it works flawlessly most of the time. 1 or 2 out of the last 10 engine's I've done only needed to be pulled the last 1/8 inch probably due to me just not being quick enough heating then dropping it in immediately.
love those Factory 43. My Yfz450r has Blingstars with their version of the monster pegs from like 2010. Bummed they dont make them anymore so ill have to swap to the Factory 43 evo or Rath. Once you have the larger wide nerfs like these its hard to even look at the cheaper smaller styles.
Yeah totally agree. Ken o Connor racing showed how new hot rods crank out of box had mad crank web run out. New doesnt mean built properly. I'm in no way hating on this build I think it's sweeeet just know that aftermarket doesnt always build stuff to oem standards even oem can be off new get that crank trued on the money saves money in long run
I m building my 86 trx250r and watch your videos to help me when I’m not sure On something. My water pump shaft broke off inside my counter balancer gear. I’m trying to figure out how to get the two pieces of the pump shaft out with our messing up my counter balancer gear & shaft. Any ideas ? Thanks for all the great videos keep it up
Sweet ass build. Curious if u got the crank run out checked before u installed it. I'm sure u bought new crank yet just because it's new doesnt guarantee it was balanced properly. Even few thousands out cause excessive vibration etc. To nice a build to skimp on anything.
Hey Mike, Great videos!!! Question.... how did you get the bottom bearing of the clutch lever out of the case? Thanks for any advice you can give, Lloyd.
Is that assembly lube compatible with wet clutches? Probably should have used tranny fluid for transmission parts and two stroke oil on crank bearings.
I flush the first oil fill to clear it out; I actually read up on this and it's a pretty normal procedure even though most assembly lubes are not made for wet clutches. But yes; I could have used the tranny oil and 2 stroke oils.
Michael did you purchase a complete OEM gasket kit for your engine build, if so where did you purchase the kit? I also have a 1986 TRX 250R that I am going to rebuild.
Looks good man so I want to get ur opinion I let my brother barrow it for the day and apparently he didn’t run it before putting oil in and I think he put to much and I think he blew a gasket or something or the seal and the oil smells like gas or there might even be gas in oil what does that mean or what could it be thanks
Hi I got a question I have a 1986 TRX 250r and I rebuild the engine.. but when turn it on it's has a very strong vibration I can't run it.. Can you help me with that please
I have a 05 Honda trx 400ex that completely stopped shifting when I was riding it but the shifter still moves up and down but doesn’t shift can anyone please help me.
The gears on the shifter lever themselves are prone to wearing out and could be as simple as that just pull off the shifter u just have to loosen a 10mm bolt and look at the gears
I used zip ties to hold the gears tight. Lined them up and inserted the gears. Once started in the bearing holes, I cut the zip ties and pulled them out. Worked perfect.
Great video to complete all necessary steps to reassembling a Honda TRX250R engine. Very well explained!
Remember this is a Premiere!!! It will be live at 8:30 PM ET and I will be active in the live chat box! If you don't like the premiere, hang out until 9:05 PM and you can watch it normally 🤘 Love you guys! This video is 34 minutes long!
Mike just wanted to give a shout, love the content as I built and flipped many machines myself now own an Auto Repair shop in central PA. Justin Sturgill gave you a plug is how I found your channel.
Let's see some more Maverick and 250 action bro.
Thank you Bradley! It's nice to hear I've got people spreading the word and helping out!
Hey Michael where did you get all your bearings and seals for this build?
@@michaelmann-worley275 rockymountainatvmc.com has all of the bearings in the OEM section 🤘
SORRY FOR THE DUB AT 4:32-4:50!!! I am in the process of fixing it!!! You all rock!! Extra special thank you for everyone that tuned into the premiere!
Cream and a man been watching all your videos from the beginning specially the to 50RI am a to struggle over myself I'm currently in the process of rebuilding its a caddy for one dunno if you knew of any companies like a help me with parts I know they are super rare and a lot of the parts of discontinue try calling some of your buddies over at DBC but I'm never able to get an answer wonder know if you could help me out at least pointed out right direction
Sorry about that my auto correct on this tablet is crazy....smh
88 kawasaki tecate 4 need help finding parts
DBC is usually pretty responsive; you can try sending them a direct message on their instagram @dbc_racing or email them. Parts can be really hard to find for these older quads unfortunately. Always keep an eye out on 250r forums and ebay.
The Tecate 4 is probably the hardest to find parts for, especially the 88.' I want to build one but that is what's holding me back from doing so... parts
I believe the cold crank helped even with the crank puller. To bad all engines aren't designed like the banshee cases they are very simple, but good job bro your a great mechanic. You should be a service advisor at a bike shop.👍
Thank you man! I appreciate the compliment!
Happy to see the poly skid plate. They slide across stuff so much easier so they dont have to be as tough as the metal or aluminum and are better for the vibration of the bike and also for putting back on after taking some hits they line back up and are not as warped, if so lay in the sun or put some heat to it
Excellent video. The lighting and sound are top notch. Awesome editing. Good channel. I enjoyed watching your project. I’m not even really into this stuff.
keep doing what you do mike! thanks for the free entertainment will be buying shirts when i get back to work. u need your own atv grips and graphics to sell cooler and cooler racks for the back of your quads .
Thanks so much Will! I appreciate you buying the shirts if you do! That would be pretty sweet to have my own grips and stuff!
The engine stand looks awesome! Thanks for the effort you put in on these videos. My workplace is shutdown for the time being. I came across your channel and It’s got me pumped up to get back in the garage and work on some projects I have let go idle for way too long.
Thank you for watching Josh; I'm glad you found my channel!
Those nerf bars are sexy!! This bike is going to be so badass!
that thing sure looks purdy, thanks for the video, i got to rebuild mine sometime, I've been running it 8 years strong and haven't had to do anything to it. keep up the good work sir
Thank you man! 8 years is a crazy long time for a 2 stroke! I guess it depends on run time too.
@@MichaelSabo, I ride it at least twice a week or more where I live we have dirt roads that stretch for miles and miles. I'm still waiting on my 250r project shirt to get here.
@Michael Sabo, I opened my mouth to soon my bottom rod bearing went out now I'm rebuilding mine now
It's looking to be a sweet build
Makes me want to go look for something to rebuild love to do a 1990 model suzuki lt250r I loved mine back in the day i bought it brand new .but great video keep it up bud
Thank you for watching man!
Awsome vids and build man! Also little tip ice learned putting 250rs together if you stand the case half up so you can inserts the shift shafts horizontally don't have to worry about any washers or gears falling of works so much better haha! Can't wait to see this one done man!
Thats a good idea man! Thank you for watching and for the love!
I also run his case saver, chain slide, and chain guide on my xc quad. Badass products
The moly grease is not for sticking the washers of the gears, it is when you crank the engine for the first time, this places can be damaged because of low lubrication. It will also prevent heat buildup in this rubbing parts. This is what I know.
Nice work!
can,t wait till it is all together
Thanks for explaining how your got the transmission counter shaft out of the case, I was wondering about that. Excellent video!
No problem man, thank you for watching!
Crank seals are notorious for blowing out over time and/or leaking. Tule of thumb: always focus on the area most prone to flood leaks first when torquing. Stay torquing the bolts around the crank first, then work your way outwards to the others 👍
DRW’s stuff is top notch. Only casesaver I’d trust on my Warrior build(The Unfinished)
Love the build and video
I agree man, once you go DRW its hard to choose anything else.
Good job mike! Great video. That's awesome factory 43 makes nerfs for 86-87 250r.
Thank you for watching man! Yes; it's nice to see good names making quality parts for the R!
Dam bro your videos are really good the way you film it and the way you edit good shit man
Give you credit, I like breaking them not working on them! Wish I did! Well done.
Haha, yea breaking them can be fun too
Thank you for making it very clean to not hammer on the crank haha
I always find it easiest to stand the case up when putting in the trans. Gravity doesn’t pull the washers off. And usually you can mesh both shafts and support from the bottom with both hands. Slide it right in place then put the case back down for the shift drum and forks.
Good call, some other guys were saying the same thing!
Nice engine stand!
Thank you bro! Compliments of TRX250R.ORG
Bro I swear I was tweaking out when you were talking about not hammering the crank omg lmao
Haha, me to
Same here😂 had me thinking
Its not easy editing good videos
Lmfao!!!
Good job bro your R is gonna look sick
Thank you Kyle!
Awesome video man
Great work bro
Thank you bro!
When you are installing the crank by freezing it you can heat the inner race on the crank bearing. Just take a socket that fits inside of it and heat the socket with a torch. Not in the bearing obviously. If you heat the socket and put it in the bearing a few times you can transfer heat to the inner race without melting and seals like would happen using a torch on the bearing. Doesn't take much to get it to expand just enough for the frozen crank to drop right in. I've built a lot of engine's both 2stroke and 4stroke and it works flawlessly most of the time. 1 or 2 out of the last 10 engine's I've done only needed to be pulled the last 1/8 inch probably due to me just not being quick enough heating then dropping it in immediately.
I appreciate the info man! I don't mind using the crank installer but I will have to try this method!
Good review Mike...!:)
I can’t wait to see this thing! 💪🏻
love those Factory 43. My Yfz450r has Blingstars with their version of the monster pegs from like 2010. Bummed they dont make them anymore so ill have to swap to the Factory 43 evo or Rath. Once you have the larger wide nerfs like these its hard to even look at the cheaper smaller styles.
The blingstar ones were sick for sure; this will be my first big peg setup!
Awesome vid and bike
best thing to do is throw that hot rods crank in the trash and have your OEM crank rebuilt
Yeah totally agree. Ken o Connor racing showed how new hot rods crank out of box had mad crank web run out. New doesnt mean built properly. I'm in no way hating on this build I think it's sweeeet just know that aftermarket doesnt always build stuff to oem standards even oem can be off new get that crank trued on the money saves money in long run
@@330grubbler yes sir....i have had a hot rods crank come apart on me..i always send of the OEM and get them rebuilt now
Hell yea brother i like the long vids👍
Thank you for watching them man!
Dang bad a**!🤙
Thank you bro!
I m building my 86 trx250r and watch your videos to help me when I’m not sure On something. My water pump shaft broke off inside my counter balancer gear. I’m trying to figure out how to get the two pieces of the pump shaft out with our messing up my counter balancer gear & shaft. Any ideas ?
Thanks for all the great videos keep it up
One of my 1886 TRX 250R is stuck in 4th or 5th gear. I think one of the shift forks might be bent.
ideally your supposed to heat up the bearing with a hot socket
Sweet ass build. Curious if u got the crank run out checked before u installed it. I'm sure u bought new crank yet just because it's new doesnt guarantee it was balanced properly. Even few thousands out cause excessive vibration etc. To nice a build to skimp on anything.
Gooooooo👍🏼
Hey Mike, Great videos!!! Question.... how did you get the bottom bearing of the clutch lever out of the case? Thanks for any advice you can give, Lloyd.
Blind hole bearing puller take it right out
Is that assembly lube compatible with wet clutches? Probably should have used tranny fluid for transmission parts and two stroke oil on crank bearings.
I flush the first oil fill to clear it out; I actually read up on this and it's a pretty normal procedure even though most assembly lubes are not made for wet clutches. But yes; I could have used the tranny oil and 2 stroke oils.
Run Maxima Castor 927
That snapped bolt. If possible I need to know exactly what to order. I have the same problem
I set my trx250r case on the side so I can insert the trans from the side.
Michael did you purchase a complete OEM gasket kit for your engine build, if so where did you purchase the kit? I also have a 1986 TRX 250R that I am going to rebuild.
Yes, they are all OEM; I purchased them individually from DBC Racing
In kind of confused. Where are the power bands at? Are they in the top end?
Should have heated up the case bearings with a socket. It shoulda fell right into place
You don't use the pivot off the stock pegs to mount the tubes?🤔
Nope
Nope
Where can one get new bottom end casings?
👍🏻
Looks good man so I want to get ur opinion I let my brother barrow it for the day and apparently he didn’t run it before putting oil in and I think he put to much and I think he blew a gasket or something or the seal and the oil smells like gas or there might even be gas in oil what does that mean or what could it be thanks
I was thinking shot piston rings or blown gasket or seal let me know what u think thanks
What kind of bike are you talking about? It's really hard to diagnose without actually seeing it; but it's possible he blew a seal.
Michael Sabo it’s a 06 ltr 450 but he over filled it and I tightened down the seals and hasn’t leaked yet so fingers crossed 🤣 thanks
he said slot, hehe
Did you have the transmission inspected by anyone? Who would you recommend?
I inspected it myself; the Honda service manual tells you what to look for.
@@MichaelSabo c that. thanks man. Keep up the good work.
Make a video of you building a 350r big bore motor.
How did you clean the cases?
Where did you get the engine stand ?
Hi
I got a question
I have a 1986 TRX 250r and I rebuild the engine.. but when turn it on it's has a very strong vibration I can't run it..
Can you help me with that please
Where can I get that stand at?
I have a 05 Honda trx 400ex that completely stopped shifting when I was riding it but the shifter still moves up and down but doesn’t shift can anyone please help me.
Maybe a bent shift fork
The shift shaft might've popped off of the shift drum.
Ok thank you guys for helping out
The gears on the shifter lever themselves are prone to wearing out and could be as simple as that just pull off the shifter u just have to loosen a 10mm bolt and look at the gears
Sounds like a bent shift fork
Fuckin awsome stuff .. unreal wowow
20:20 -20:40 song?
Aiyo - Given Into You
Michael Sabo thx 🙅🏻♂️🧢
Cant find it?
I'm ded "more outrageous than the corona virus" hahahahaha
lmao
Little mistake at 5:50 you repeat yourself a few times. It’s okay
You the video police. Trust me he knows it's ok
If that was a oem crank you would not need the crank install tool.
😂😂😂😂
@@blaketurner6492 sorry just the one case side will go in. The other you would need the Install tool.if it was a oem crank.
Learned this after; Hotrods uses a press fit on both sides
Alba nerf bars are better...pegs also
100%
😂😂😂 you can't be serious
How’s my mom doing mike?😂
lmao
So this engine is a 1987 motor. I was going where is the counter balancer in the engine? ah only the 1988 and 89 had it mine did. It was a 1988 model.
???
Counter balancer is found on all TRX250R models 86-89
Yamaha allen heads in a Honda, Gross!
I think this is the worst video I have ever seen
Troll much
xXDropDeadTed Xx You have
the whole squad laughing
Nathan Law yesir