Bought a 1994 Max II with a Briggs 14hp twin. Was a 6 hour drive from home but from the pictures seemed to be worth the gamble. Was not disappointed. It's really clean and in great shape. One owner and came with all the original paperwork. I'm pretty excited.
Other than a little TLC and tires it should be good to go. Which leads me to me first question, what is the best option for a stock replacement tire?
Last edited by Nortonscustoms; 02-28-2024 at 11:02 AM.
I like the 24" Argo tires. They swim well, mud well, and are light weight. They are not the most durable tire though. I have a high quality tire sealant in mine so that thorns or tree roots don't do much to them. Before using the sealant it was a different story.
I would recommend pulling that 14hp. Max 2's do really well with 18hp-23hp. I have an 18 now in my Max2 that was basically a clone of the one you have. It was a world of difference going up 4 hp. The 18hp is identical in size and weight to the 14, and they are readily available.
nice find ..can't beat a max 2 . looks like it goes nice with your other toys !! have fun jboy va.
Thanks John, we got lucky finding this one.
Noel, really like the idea of an 18hp that seems like a great combo. Will most likely do that next winter. I love my Hustler but this Max is a better engineered machine and much easier to work on. Called the "local" Argo dealer, holysmokes they really like their tires!
We took the Max and Hustler out for a ride today. What ridiculously fun machines to go explore the countryside with. The wife is super excited to take the Max swimming.
norton ...where do you and yours live ? looks like lots of nice area to ride . jboy
John, we're is Northwestern IL. The charm of Iowa and Wisconsin with all the draw backs of Illinois.
Ordered new tires. Wanted to try the Argo style now offered by D&A Restorations but wasn't sure if they would clear the body. So ended up getting Carlisle AT101.
Sandblasted and repainted the wheels.
The tread of the Carlisle is nearly identical to the old Rawhides.
Also replaced the chains and drive belt. Once the last 2 tires come in that UPS lost the little Max should all ready for summer.
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