as i was wheelying the other day, i dropped my fourwheeler into second gear to get the front end up. it let out a loud popping sound, but the ride still shifts properly and no other problem except for a ticking sound that speeds up as i speed up and slows down as i slow down.. anyone have any ideas about what it may be? i was thinking it may be the u bolt to the drive shaft or maybe just the drive shaft itself. any ideas would be great help thanks


06* honda rancher

 

hmmm you have have chipped the gear tooth in 2nd, how are the other gears, does it make the same noise in those?

 

I would drain both the engine/transmission and rear end oil into a clean pan and inspect them very carefully for bits of metal. Inspect the oil filter for metal as well. Be sure the enigne is good and hot before you drain so the oils will flow freely....but don't burn yourslef!

Is it by any chance still on warranty?

 

nah its not under under warranty and thats what stinks about the situation. but if i chiped a gear in second would it still change gears fine?