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Old Jul 8, 2015 | 11:08 PM
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I just bought a '05 Predator 500 Troy Lee Edition off of Craigslist and had some questions since I never own a Predator.

1. When I sat on the quad, it felt like I was leaning towards the front of the quad. Like the handle bars were low. Is that normal for the Predators?

2. The front shocks were replaced, where can I find a cheap set of the stock ones (for the Troy Lee edition)?

3. Are there any essential aftermarket parts that I should get?

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Old Jul 8, 2015 | 11:20 PM
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Fox shocks aren't cheap. The ones listed on ebay are used for the most part. See if this can help you out. predator shock swap
 
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Old Jul 8, 2015 | 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by old polaris tech
Fox shocks aren't cheap. The ones listed on ebay are used for the most part. See if this can help you out. predator shock swap
Thanks for the link!
I might just wait until someone parts one out and buy the front shocks.
 
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Old Jul 8, 2015 | 11:41 PM
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Plenty of used ones on ebay,but be careful on used parts.2005 Polaris Predator 500 front shocks | eBay
 
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Old Jul 9, 2015 | 10:03 AM
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Yeah, I would want to see the shocks in person to make sure that they are not blown
 
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The motor in my wheeler acts like its froze .i thought my starter was shot so i tried pull starting it and wheels remain locked. The starter is good i just found out and am curious what my problem could be. I need to open it up to see where and what type of damage there us
 
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Old Jul 11, 2015 | 10:06 AM
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The starter makes a real whinney sound like its not engauging or??? The motor seems like its stuck in between gears. Theres now way the puston locked up. I was in reverse when all this started happening.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2015 | 10:09 AM
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Help!!!!
 
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Old Jul 11, 2015 | 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by steveo612
The starter makes a real whinney sound like its not engauging or??? The motor seems like its stuck in between gears. Theres now way the puston locked up. I was in reverse when all this started happening.
Probably a blown tranny
 
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Old Jul 11, 2015 | 02:38 PM
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Check the function of the one way(sprag) clutch. Could possibly be the problem on just the starter spinning. Common problem for these to go out on atvs and street bikes.Item #7 on the parts break down. Dirt Cheap Yamaha, Polaris, Suzuki & Kawasaki OEM Parts & Accessories – Cycle Parts Warehouse Also the idler gear and reduction gear driven by the starter can lock things up.Items 1 and 2. Dirt Cheap Yamaha, Polaris, Suzuki & Kawasaki OEM Parts & Accessories – Cycle Parts Warehouse If you don't have a manual,here's one for 5 bucks that can help.http://polaris-atv.brssm.com/2005-Po...ce-Manual.html
 
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