Nice job and to the point. It was a big year for 250x coming into the shop, we had 3 at the same time, then we had 3 1984 200es three wheelers come in on the same truck. A good break from the high tech, late model stuff coming in all beat up. Keep up the steady flow of machines that make it to the ride portion of the show.
That piston has evidence of metal mites(preignition/detonation)all over the crown. The skirt has obviously tried to seize itself to the cylinder bore. Great video, hope you can get a usable rig put together out of both quads.
23:27 high comp piston is back in it when head goes on lol. Don't blame you, I would've cleaned it up & put it back in as well. Yeah it's seen some heat, but it'll be fine as long as there aren't any sharp edges. Sand it with some fine grit paper, clean it up, slap it in & send it.
Yeah actually the cylinder to wall clearance on the other cylinder and piston was way too small. It was rubbing. So I had to use the other piston and cylinder.
Just wanted to say again man I just love watching your vids lol with my knowledge and passion and seeing you working on these machines so much I decided I wanted to be a power sports technician so now I’m full time for my local ski resorts machines lol
If you lube the valve stems with LM grease, when you do the first start up it smells like a race paddock (Castrol R smell). I know this because I fixed many dozen Lada cars under warranty where the fault was that the play between valve stem and guide was excessive. I would replace the guide, ream it out, then grind and lap in the new valves. It was lucrative warranty work, and I could do 2 cars in an 8 hr day, through practice! Love the vids, keep them coming.
Great addition to your video's would be to show what brand and type of products you use (oil, filters, pistons, rings, gaskets, ...) and include the price you bought it for (even if it was from craigslist or eBay). This gives a better idea for beginners! Great video
Looks like my astnt Brian has some Trx 250 parts hes gonna list on our ebay page. Had a couple 88 models in pieces come in with semi decent motors, minor issues. Broke them down and listing the parts. They usually sell quick. The honda stuff goes like hot cakes. Have fun by yourself doing all that work, you'll get done... great vid.... have fun.
I have the same 250x project I'm finishing up and has a fmf header and silencer on it. I started with a 135 main and was really rich. I think 122 is stock. Trying a 128 main.
tip for you when applying gasket maker to the base use a small art paint brush instead of your finger it makes for a smooth even coat in a lot less time
i dont know how you have that much patience :) its motivating to see you work on bikes and fixing them... but its harder to do then look at in a video.. damn i have been working on a adly 300 (honda trx300ex with different plastics) and it was working then it started choking it self like half gaz worked more it died... so i changed carb, nothing changed again nothing changed to a pwk34 carb quad worked i was like okay those carbs are dead or need a clean so then i toke a carb from a quadbike i know worked (i got alot of adly 300 parts and quads) but so the quad started again and worked for 20sec and then the cdi burned a hole, so i toke a other cdi that for some reason had spark but didnt start the quad so i toke on of a working quad the quad worked for 5min i tought it was fixed then it died and wouldnt start again 10min later it started ran for 20sec and died then it just kept starting and dying, so spark plug was all dry black so i put a different one in it, nothing the quad still just started and died, or u had to give it full gaz to keep it alive.. so i checked the valves those were a bit off so i set those good, and still wouldnt start or just once and die... and now the starter died.. and i dont have a extra one.. so at this point im kinda tired of it.. then again im slow and i have been trying to fix this quad for 4 days now you really got alot of patience and motivation to keep on doing it something taking it all apart and looking for the fix.... (i dont have a garage so i dont take engines appart outside that a bad idea..).
Don't know how you are getting all these quads. I like to always use a feeler gauge when checking ring gap. I check both the old rings, and new rings. Also, I push the rings down evenly with the piston when checking gap.
Man I've got soft spot for the 250x, first sportquad I ever rode and I had a blast!, more fun than my buddies built 300ex. Been watching this one Ad on Kijiji with both a 300ex and 250x for I believe $1600 cdn.
I've recently started watching your videos and a few times you had nice looking bikes but the plastic was scratched. I just wanted to point out that you could possibly use the same material use for polishing plastic headlight lenses and it will remove all the scratches. And there's a good possibility that Automotive polishing compound and a good buffer really improve the looks of those bikes I wish it one point you would try that very curious as to how it turn out
On the grey one look at the frame were swing arm bolts up.... just saying that was my quad I sold it last year. I have a entire parts quad and boxes full of parts
Hey Joe nice video where you keep f****** finding all these for wheelers man u got good deals up there in Wisconsin so will one of those be for sale btw brother keep up the good work and peace out God bless.
Good afternoon I'd like to ask a question. I was wondering someone with your talents why you don't pressure wash those nasty bike before you do an in-frame rebuild? Could that possibly be stainimg from the mud? Your gasket surfaces could be cleaned very nicely by a 3M product that you insert in your drill and it will not destroy gasket services. Personally I think you rely on RTV too much and it would probably save you some money If you would just clean the surfaces. Anyway enough BS you have a great afternoon looking forward to your next video
hey man new to the channel and also from Wisconsin mid eastern to be exact, I've got a scrambler 500 just rebuilt the carb after it sat for years on end and jetted it put a new diaphragm in it and can't get it to run right now, adjusted the air fuel still won't run, could the float be stuck or should I keep messing with the air fuel mixture? also had it running perfect last night and today can't get it to run at all.
I live in Kentucky and I’m 14 and looking for a project four wheeler I’ve always wanted to be a diesel mechanic or anything to do with motors if you where to ever have a four wheeler for sale I don’t have a lot of money but I would like to know what y’all would I recommend
I have a 87 (I think it’s 87 at least) yz125 that I don’t think is running right and I’m new to the 2 stroke world so what do it do lol it’s got good compression as far as I know it runs and rides but i don’t think it’s getting into the power band like it’s supposed to
You don't need RTV on those gaskets if the mating surfaces are clean. It's better without it, that was it doesn't get into the engine and block oil passages.
why did you put in the old piston again? i saw you mounted the new one and as soon as the cylinder was on there was the old one. Didnt it fit? I wouldnt run that engine with that old piston..might work but could cause problems quick:/ otherwise love your work👍
Looks good Joe 👍looking forward to the race see which wins using my phone as my I.pad not letting me onto TH-cam for some reason lol time to renew I think take care mate 👍
Hello how are you doing, I had sent you a message about getting a atv from you. I am the guy who just retired from the military after 32 years in. I was wounded in Afghanistan , I have never had a atv and it a dream to have one let me know how I can email you.
Your never ending supply of projects and content is really quite amazing.
Nice job and to the point. It was a big year for 250x coming into the shop, we had 3 at the same time, then we had 3 1984 200es three wheelers come in on the same truck. A good break from the high tech, late model stuff coming in all beat up. Keep up the steady flow of machines that make it to the ride portion of the show.
That piston has evidence of metal mites(preignition/detonation)all over the crown. The skirt has obviously tried to seize itself to the cylinder bore.
Great video, hope you can get a usable rig put together out of both quads.
Previous owner probably ran a lower octane. It was high compression so more than likely required race has
Joe, you should get a parts washer it will make life easier 👌🏻
23:27 high comp piston is back in it when head goes on lol. Don't blame you, I would've cleaned it up & put it back in as well. Yeah it's seen some heat, but it'll be fine as long as there aren't any sharp edges. Sand it with some fine grit paper, clean it up, slap it in & send it.
23:28
Yeah actually the cylinder to wall clearance on the other cylinder and piston was way too small. It was rubbing. So I had to use the other piston and cylinder.
looks like the spring rush is here!
i had the red n white one very good reliable quads hauled my 6ft 250 pound ass threw the woods no problems
Just wanted to say again man I just love watching your vids lol with my knowledge and passion and seeing you working on these machines so much I decided I wanted to be a power sports technician so now I’m full time for my local ski resorts machines lol
Excellent as always, love the knowledge you share👍 my favorite part is when you do the test ride
Will they run?? LOL they will when you're finished with them!!
I'm lazy and use a drill when lapping valves use the chuck from the other side, or put a think rod insid the sucker pad 🤣
I also have a 1987 trx 250x. It’s a un killable machine. Keeps the vids comin!
Did a similar crazy job like that for a guy with 2 06 Grizzly 660s. Took about a week, had a great bike when we finished.
Put that pipe on your 300ex and jet the carb 40pilot 130main!!!! I’ll ripp harder than the 250!!
If you lube the valve stems with LM grease, when you do the first start up it smells like a race paddock (Castrol R smell). I know this because I fixed many dozen Lada cars under warranty where the fault was that the play between valve stem and guide was excessive. I would replace the guide, ream it out, then grind and lap in the new valves. It was lucrative warranty work, and I could do 2 cars in an 8 hr day, through practice! Love the vids, keep them coming.
Great addition to your video's would be to show what brand and type of products you use (oil, filters, pistons, rings, gaskets, ...) and include the price you bought it for (even if it was from craigslist or eBay). This gives a better idea for beginners! Great video
if you watch his videos right till the end he always brakes down the entire cost of the project
Great stuff I have a 250x project and this video will be a great reference for it. Love the channel 👍🏆
Awesome job Brother, that thing sounds pretty responsive fer an 87!!!
One of my favorite bikes. Enjoyed this one for sure as it brought back memories.
I can't find these kinds of 4wheelers anymore around my way . Especially reasonably priced.
You should pull out the cr250 and cr125 if you still own them you haven't even ridden them in a while
Funny, I just got one of these a few days ago let me know if you need parts I have a whole motor for sale too.
U got pics ? Drop a video ill buy it . lmk
Nah
@@theboogieman401 I reposted the engine. It’s $500.
Looks like my astnt Brian has some Trx 250 parts hes gonna list on our ebay page. Had a couple 88 models in pieces come in with semi decent motors, minor issues. Broke them down and listing the parts. They usually sell quick. The honda stuff goes like hot cakes. Have fun by yourself doing all that work, you'll get done... great vid.... have fun.
They’re Honda’s, so yes.
15:40 that piston popping up is not the same as the piston got in at 15:35 😂😂
Ive got a top end complete and transmission for one of those in a box in my shop, missing a shift fork but complete..
Crazy how many machines you go thru😭😂
I have the same 250x project I'm finishing up and has a fmf header and silencer on it. I started with a 135 main and was really rich. I think 122 is stock. Trying a 128 main.
I learn something new everytime I watch your video's !! I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks !!
when you hone your cylinder use lots of wd40.i put mine rite in the parts cleaner and stick the hose right in the cylinder while your honing
did you throw that scratched up high comp piston back in it????mmmmmm
My boi got a 1986 Honda trx200sx and them rear tires big as hell frfr
Gotta say this lad does excellent job of these videos detail and content 10 out of 10
I think dingle ball hone would have worked better then hit with regular hone. It'll be fine. Got your hands full.
300ex is so similar in the design of the motor and look.
Yep pretty much the same engine.
tip for you when applying gasket maker to the base use a small art paint brush instead of your finger it makes for a smooth even coat in a lot less time
Idle good now👍🤙🤘🖐
i dont know how you have that much patience :) its motivating to see you work on bikes and fixing them... but its harder to do then look at in a video..
damn i have been working on a adly 300 (honda trx300ex with different plastics) and it was working then it started choking it self like half gaz worked more it died... so i changed carb, nothing changed again nothing changed to a pwk34 carb quad worked i was like okay those carbs are dead or need a clean so then i toke a carb from a quadbike i know worked (i got alot of adly 300 parts and quads) but so the quad started again and worked for 20sec and then the cdi burned a hole, so i toke a other cdi that for some reason had spark but didnt start the quad so i toke on of a working quad the quad worked for 5min i tought it was fixed then it died and wouldnt start again 10min later it started ran for 20sec and died then it just kept starting and dying, so spark plug was all dry black so i put a different one in it, nothing the quad still just started and died, or u had to give it full gaz to keep it alive.. so i checked the valves those were a bit off so i set those good, and still wouldnt start or just once and die... and now the starter died.. and i dont have a extra one.. so at this point im kinda tired of it..
then again im slow and i have been trying to fix this quad for 4 days now
you really got alot of patience and motivation to keep on doing it something taking it all apart and looking for the fix.... (i dont have a garage so i dont take engines appart outside that a bad idea..).
Use straight frame, put plastics on that... nice quad.
Don't know how you are getting all these quads. I like to always use a feeler gauge when checking ring gap. I check both the old rings, and new rings. Also, I push the rings down evenly with the piston when checking gap.
Why change out the main jet , that only operates at full throttle.
great job! but personally I would leave the tires it has on. just me, don't like the other tires. these look nicer!
33:35 carburetor settings...
I like how fast you built that thing haha
Really should use a dab of grease or prussian blue to check if they are lapped flush.
Love this channel. Just wish you would buy more utility quads. Grizzly, king quad , brute force.....stuff like that. Keep those videos coming !!!!
I will be coming up!
Buy more Two Stroke bikes 😁
@@wisecampmotorcycles8258 2 strokes are the best
I put a aftermarket slip on exhaust on my 1985 trx 250 utility. I was wondering what size would I need for a jet now that I did that
Man I've got soft spot for the 250x, first sportquad I ever rode and I had a blast!, more fun than my buddies built 300ex. Been watching this one Ad on Kijiji with both a 300ex and 250x for I believe $1600 cdn.
HAS A BENT FRAME!. NOT TO HARD TO DESIDE!
For the love of God, please buy a parts washer.
wow your shop is so clean, what happend, did you have to sell some stuff?
All parked outside lol
I've recently started watching your videos and a few times you had nice looking bikes but the plastic was scratched. I just wanted to point out that you could possibly use the same material use for polishing plastic headlight lenses and it will remove all the scratches. And there's a good possibility that Automotive polishing compound and a good buffer really improve the looks of those bikes I wish it one point you would try that very curious as to how it turn out
On the grey one look at the frame were swing arm bolts up.... just saying that was my quad I sold it last year. I have a entire parts quad and boxes full of parts
I should say its my boyfriends old quad
Also id buy it back after you finish it
I always find it interesting how people talk in different areas. Where as you say "quick", we say "real quick" down in Texas
Hey Joe! What size tire is on that white 250x?
you just cant let anything idle on first startup!!!!!!!!! lol
Dunno if it’s my eyes but the red bent one looks like it’s had frame welded up the top towards tank head tube
Yeah it has
I’m trading my 250x for a blown rm85l, I’m so excited
Great job as usual!!
Hey Joe nice video where you keep f****** finding all these for wheelers man u got good deals up there in Wisconsin so will one of those be for sale btw brother keep up the good work and peace out God bless.
💯💯💯💪🏼 can't wait to see which one wins
Good afternoon I'd like to ask a question. I was wondering someone with your talents why you don't pressure wash those nasty bike before you do an in-frame rebuild? Could that possibly be stainimg from the mud? Your gasket surfaces could be cleaned very nicely by a 3M product that you insert in your drill and it will not destroy gasket services. Personally I think you rely on RTV too much and it would probably save you some money If you would just clean the surfaces. Anyway enough BS you have a great afternoon looking forward to your next video
Where is this dude from? I need work done on my Kingquad.
Candle wax works good
i got 2 same yearquads same deal man i wishilived closer to you brother
Dude you good man
hey man new to the channel and also from Wisconsin mid eastern to be exact, I've got a scrambler 500 just rebuilt the carb after it sat for years on end and jetted it put a new diaphragm in it and can't get it to run right now, adjusted the air fuel still won't run, could the float be stuck or should I keep messing with the air fuel mixture? also had it running perfect last night and today can't get it to run at all.
Are you sure they are both 87 250x. Unless red one has 300ex body on it or its the newer 250ex but not from 87.
Great video
You swap to old piston? !🤣✌️
I live in Kentucky and I’m 14 and looking for a project four wheeler I’ve always wanted to be a diesel mechanic or anything to do with motors if you where to ever have a four wheeler for sale I don’t have a lot of money but I would like to know what y’all would I recommend
Idle is to high also
I have a 87 (I think it’s 87 at least) yz125 that I don’t think is running right and I’m new to the 2 stroke world so what do it do lol it’s got good compression as far as I know it runs and rides but i don’t think it’s getting into the power band like it’s supposed to
I would have like to known your ring gap numbers, I just pulled my head and I had 0.0019. The piston was showing signs of blow by
You don't need RTV on those gaskets if the mating surfaces are clean. It's better without it, that was it doesn't get into the engine and block oil passages.
Wait did you forget to replace both rockers 😳
If your not 1st your last 😂
Do brakes from kx250 fit on kx85?
The doctor did it again it's alive it's alive!!!!!!!😂
What happnd to turbo quad
I’m in need of some 250x parts if you’re willing to sell anything!
Joe looks like you sold some bikes and quads or moved them
Moved them to my yard lol
See you used the old high compression piston lol
How often do you sell your repaired machines, excellent videos sir,,
why did you put in the old piston again? i saw you mounted the new one and as soon as the cylinder was on there was the old one. Didnt it fit? I wouldnt run that engine with that old piston..might work but could cause problems quick:/ otherwise love your work👍
Looks good Joe 👍looking forward to the race see which wins using my phone as my I.pad not letting me onto TH-cam for some reason lol time to renew I think take care mate 👍
You can't kill a honda
@Whoop!
Hell yeah 😎😎👍🏼👍🏼
waiting on him to get a polaris scrambler
Nice video
Ye ha!
You should fix a vehicle
Why doesn't he clean anything?! Drives me nuts! You could get SO much more money for stuff when it's clean!
Joe, quit being so cheap and buy a parts washer you are teaching these kids bad motor mechanic hygiene lol.
He’s asking 1600 for the white one😆🤦🏻
No I'm not lol
I love how all the haters have disappeared guess they finally realised how pathetic they were
2nd
First
Here's your cookie 🍪
Idk I’m still waiting on it
Hello how are you doing, I had sent you a message about getting a atv from you. I am the guy who just retired from the military after 32 years in. I was wounded in Afghanistan , I have never had a atv and it a dream to have one let me know how I can email you.