400ex rebuild in WV

[91foxbody]

So I traded an old jeep for a 2001 400ex. It's pretty messed up but i traded up from the jeep lol. This thing burns oil, has a small leak, needs everything that wears out replaced. So i figured I'd rebuild it this spring. Im going to have the frame powdercoated red along with the front a-arms. Im going with black plastics and black wheels. my goal is to have everything done in less than $2500.
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[finsteratv]

that thing looks pretty ridden! once you finish the rebuild it should be a killer bike though. :macho

[400exmxrider15]

What do you have planned for the motor? Hot Rods crank and Wiseco 11:1 piston???

[finsteratv]

id be sure to slap on some 450r shocks or dif front shocks along with not skimping on engine parts quality wise :cool:

[PaRedneckRiders]

Yes i would definitely do some suspension work if you have some cash to do it.
Also if your looking to sell the R4 Hit me up i may be interested looks to be in better shape than mine.

[91foxbody]

Thanks, my goal is for it to look awesome but still be a beast on the trails. I haven't really planned on any major engine work, if i have the money ill start small on engine mods. As far as the 450 shocks go, if i can find some cheap i'll do it, i hear its a popular swap. I love that R4 pipe, loud as hell lol.

[trx400Rider]

Looks beat but has plenty of potential! Cant wait to see it when its finished. Goodluck bud

[91foxbody]

Thanks for the good lucks. Does anyone have any advice or opinions for beginning power mods? I've heard about the 10:1 piston upgrade, putting a 450R carb on it, jetting etc. I'd like to start small and work my way up on the mods as the cash comes. what do you think?

[mattl31]

For power mods, I'd recommend:

11:1 Piston (150+50 for a hone)
Stage II Cam (150 used)
Mildly ported head (if you have the cash)
Header (150)
Pipe (200)
450 Carb (100)
K&N (50)

Should bring you to +/- 800 for a fresh motor that will run well and be extremely reliable. This is what my 400 had when I got it, and it ran GREAT.

Figure 300 for Powdercoating the frame and various parts, 300 for some 450r shocks, 300 for some plastics that will leave you about a grand to spend on all the random **** that WILL come up haha. These things will nickel and dime you to death, but you'll have a like new quad when its all said and done.

[finsteratv]

ive heard....DONT RUN A K&N FILTER
for off road they let in too much dirt and dust. if you do end up running one throw an outerwears on it. better off usuing a uni foam filter.

[finsteratv]

if you really want black rims i would check into the ones that G-force makes on rockymtnATV.com

[91foxbody]

I'll definitely put some thought into that stuff guys thanks. And yea, rockymountainatvmc.com is one of my favorite sites. clearance sales on gear there are awesome.