[Cburt1788]

Hello everyone, I have been referencing this forum a lot for info but this is the first time I've posted and I'm in desperate need of some help.
I recently bought an old 1987 Honda 350d Fourtrax and got it running. Now I need to tackle the front brakes. Basically water has got in the shoe many years ago and the x2 cylinders are beyond repair.
Honda don't make these anymore and I can't find any used ones. Can I use some from newer models or does anybody know where I can find some?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Callum

 

[Cburt1788]

Nothing on eBay but I'll keep a close eye. I seen some cylinders for much newer models that look pretty similar but have been told today from a local quad bike breakers that they wouldn't work.

 

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I think they're toast. Can't get the pistons out, tried everything - heat, diesel, penetrating oil etc. The guy before me obviously had a good go without knowing what he was doing and the upper lip where the seal goes has been demolished.

 

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The UK which doesn't help. Fife Scotland to be exact

 

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The seal was ruined before I got anywhere near it to be honest and was running out of options. Pistons don't budge. I'll send a photo of the unit tomorrow if that helps

 

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If you have some I will happily pay the international shipping worst case

 

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Wow can't believe the response on this guys and sorry for my delay in responding. Thanks to everyone for getting back to me this forum is excellent!!

 

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Tried quad bike wales (nothing) and quad bike direct who are looking into it for me. Some have suggested replacing the whole backing unit with something off a newer model but then would that require new drums also? My guess is probably.

 

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Also spoke too ATV city who don't have any

 

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Rodp, thanks for the interest but it's a true barn find always wanted one and it's taken me 3 weeks to get it going so it's my pride and joy. Not keen on selling at all. Just out of curiosity tho how much is something like that worth? I guess it's hard to say without seeing it

 

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Rodp, what state are your body plastics on the donor vehicle? I need a battery cover, complete rear panel and the grey fins on one side of the engine bay. This is based on you having these and wanting to sell obviously

 

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Shadetree, thanks for the kind offer but I'm more than happy to pay my way as a first time user of the site. I'll organise a courier to pick up from your location if that helps too? I'm not 100% the year of my quad so might need to confirm that before I put you thru the hassle. No sign of VIN number but I do have an engine number. Any other tell tale signs of how to separate the exact year?

 

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Rodp, ok no problem I hope you don't mind me asking.
Yes definitely finding it's harder to get parts than expected although it is a 30 year old Quad I suppose!!
All the plastics arent a priority at the moment but thought I would ask all the same.
Once I get the brakes sorted everything is in good working condition and I plan to get out on a few treks with it as it's my first quad then perhaps as you say look to trade it for something a bit more useable.
I managed to get it for £250 off a good friend so think I've got a good deal. I'll use any future profit to put back into the bike and get it looking as good as I can.
Thanks for all your advice!!!

 

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Thanks Sam I'll hopefully get a chance tomorrow to tackle that. It's located on the back part of the swing arm (if that's what its called) between the two wheels?

 

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Runs really good after I changed all the filters, replaced the fuel pump and cleaned the carb. Could maybe do with a bit tuning but no smoke. I'm really pleased with it and just can't wait to get out on it

 

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Some pictures of the cylinder I've managed to remove, I think it's FUBAR but you guys are the experts

 

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Sorry guys had a problem with the thread loading.
My mistake on the vin number I was looking in the right place but obviously called it the wrong thing. Is it on the U shaped square tube further to the front or the round bar behind does anyone know?
I'm beginning to realise this isn't going to be a quick fix and out in the fields like Rodp suggests.
Thanks for all the places where to find these. If Shadetree doesn't come back to me I will buy a complete unit as suggested.
I agree would have loved to have lived 30 years ago, music, bikes, cars everything we're better

 

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The complete backing plate is a left hand I need a right hand ? Doesn't seem to be any others on eBay.
Sorry Shadetree due to Loading issues I hadn't seen your subsequent posts. As I say I'm happy to pay for units and postage if you have the parts and prepared to help a brother out?!!

 

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Thanks guys I shall wait on hear from you Rod. I'd be happy with just the cylinders no need for the whole plate when mines is ok. I also have a rebuild kit on the way if I need it and new shoe kit ready to go.

 

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Wow that's a lot worse than mine!! Plenty work required there Rob, I'm sure you're up for the task.
Thanks for trying all the same.