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Would you take this project on?

Discussion in 'All Terrain Vehicles' started by Toyota Tacoma, Feb 13, 2013.

  1. Feb 13, 2013 at 7:21 PM
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    Toyota Tacoma

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    So, I'v been looking for an atv for months and months with no luck finding one in my budget.

    I stumbled across this and thought it could be salvageable. http://classifieds.castanet.net/details/must_sell_polaris_sportsman_800_twin_h.o/1469000/

    I'm good with my hands and am pretty confident I could get this ride able by hunting season in the fall.

    Its a a lot of work but Iv got the time and space so thought It would be worth it.

    Iv done all the math and for new plastics, Lights, Gauges, A arms, Frame, Handle bars etc I would be into it about 2500 bucks... BUT if I rebuild with all aftermarket parts would only be about 1500.. and lots and lots of time.

    So... do you think its worth it? or just to buy an older.. non trashed atv and not have all the hassle?
     
    Toyota Tacoma, Feb 13, 2013
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  2. Feb 13, 2013 at 7:25 PM
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    rickmeseke

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    rickmeseke subaru of america

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    an older non trashed atv could have engine problems etc, from my experience anyway LOL

    honestly i would buy it, not for 2900, but i would and have fun with it. projects are always good learning experience, and a reason to drink
     
    rickmeseke, Feb 13, 2013
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  3. Feb 13, 2013 at 7:33 PM
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    MainahWithaYota

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    I have the same machine but mine is 2007. Good machine, plenty of power. My advice is check out the Polaris Sportsman forum polarisATVforum.com..lots of good guys there that can help.
     
    MainahWithaYota, Feb 13, 2013
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  4. Feb 13, 2013 at 7:34 PM
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    Gus 524

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    Polaris makes the best snowmobiles but I really dislike there four wheelers. So would I... Nope!
     
    Gus 524, Feb 13, 2013
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  5. Feb 13, 2013 at 7:36 PM
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    ChamYota

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    ChamYota Crash Bandicoot Or Groot AKA Cham "Scottalot" Yota

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    your username is badass. that is all :spy:
     
    ChamYota, Feb 13, 2013
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  6. Feb 13, 2013 at 7:37 PM
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    Backpack Guy

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    Full undercoating! Fog Light Mod, Tinted 3RD Break Light, Weather Tech Mats, BAMF fog Lights, Hella Black Majics, Blackedout behind grill, Blackedout lover valance, 30"Rigid LED Bar, K-n-N CAI, MBRP Exahust, PUTCO LED dome kit
    Not for $2,900.
     
    Backpack Guy, Feb 13, 2013
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