[Chrisallica]

Hi everyone,
I have a early 80's ATC, I was told it is an 83 185? VIN: JH3TB0101DC326936
Can someone confirm this? I am having a heck of a time getting the right parts.
Thanks,
Chris

 

[Chrisallica]

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[GirlsRideToo]

Hi Chris, The 10th digit "D" of the VIN indicates the year model is 1983.

JH3TB0101DC326936

1st Letter = Made in Japan
2nd Letter = It is a Honda

4th to 8th Digits = Vehicle attributes such as body style and engine type
Yours is TB01 = ATC 185 A / SB-D

9th Digit called a check digit and is for security reasons. It is based on previous 8 digits and used to confirm the VIN isn’t be fabricated

11th Digit is the assembly plant

12-17th Digits is number it's given as it rolls off the assembly line

I cannot take credit for this information. It comes from a page I have bookmarked and refer to often. Please visit the page for more info. and be sure to click on the Model Codes.

ATV Vin Number : Check and Decode Your VIN

 

[Chrisallica]

Thank you SO Much!
I am trying to source 1 last part to get the recoil starter back together, a Rubber stop plate for the compression release cable hook, Honda P/N 28484-958-010
Even with the internet at my finger tips, I can't seem to find one I can Buy! If you know of a place that can help, let me know!
Thanks,

 

[GirlsRideToo]

This might also be helpful about your ATC 185S:


Built in 1980, Honda's ATC 185 is the predecessor to the ATC 185S which was produced from 1981 to 1983.

Engine and transmission parts were left unaltered for component interchangeability.

Dimensions

While the length and width of the vehicles remained the same, Honda's ATC 185S had smaller wheels than the 185. The wheelbase decreased from 45.7 inches on the 185 to 44.1 inches on the 185S. In addition, the ground clearance was lowered from 4.9 inches to 4.7 inches. The 185 weighs 302 pounds, while the 185S weighed 270.1 pounds.

Tire Size

As a consequence of a smaller wheelbase, the 185S was made to fit smaller tires as well. The 185 tires are sized at 25 x 12 x 9 (in inches), while the 185S tires measure 22 x 11 x 8.

Seat Height

Contributing to the new streamlined look, the 185S's seat height was raised to 26.2 inches from 25.6 inches for its predecessor.

 

[GirlsRideToo]

If you can't find it on rockymountainatv.com then I'm not sure. I am anything but an expert on engines... LOL
I do know that a lot of the experts on this forum order from Power Sports Nation. I'm sure they will chime in on this thread with their advice. Good Luck!
@fishfiles, @Goober, @_Wilson_ @SlammedRanger are you listening? LOL

 

[_Wilson_]

Thanks GRT! But I'm way far from being an expert..... I MIGHT know just enough to be dangerous haha! , now the other three fellas ? Ya there experts!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/82-86-ATC2...M8AAOSwCmZZPg8z:sc:USPSFirstClass!38451!US!-1

After a short search, i came up with only one! Supplier with 6 @ $66.99 ouch!

https://www.hondaatvforums.net/forums/atv-parts-sale/

You might post in the parts wanted thread.^^^

 

[fishfiles]

From reading Honda Hoarders site a lot lately , I have found out that ATC 3 wheeler parts can fetch a lot of money , they are getting harder to find obsolete parts , some of the prices of tanks and fenders are ludicrous ------ got to that Honda Hoarder site on Facebook and post a thread of what you want , you might get lucky

 

[GirlsRideToo]

There's a sizable ATV salvage yard in North Alabama. Must call them on phone. Won't hurt to try:
256-418-2894.

 

[SlammedRanger]

I really appreciate being called an expert lol. If im an expert of anythings its sport quads. But if i was told something like that cost that much i would be fabricating one from scratch before paying that. And i thought racing parts cost alot. Thats rough!

 

[Goober]

Three wheeler world forums might have sources. Hunt up fleabay and set up a notification
Click links in my sig block for parts diagrams

You can also post a parts wanted under our sell or buy listings

Good luck finding your part—be patient maybe you’ll find an NOS part

 

[Emminizzle1994]

Hi Chris, The 10th digit "D" of the VIN indicates the year model is 1983.

JH3TB0101DC326936

1st Letter = Made in Japan
2nd Letter = It is a Honda

4th to 8th Digits = Vehicle attributes such as body style and engine type
Yours is TB01 = ATC 185 A / SB-D

9th Digit called a check digit and is for security reasons. It is based on previous 8 digits and used to confirm the VIN isn’t be fabricated

11th Digit is the assembly plant

12-17th Digits is number it's given as it rolls off the assembly line

I cannot take credit for this information. It comes from a page I have bookmarked and refer to often. Please visit the page for more info. and be sure to click on the Model Codes.

ATV Vin Number : Check and Decode Your VIN

Would you be able to decode my vin?