Watch Before you Buy a Mini Jeep
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- Опубликовано: 22 окт 2023
- In this episode we show our brand new Massimo mini jeep. This mini Jeep has a 125cc front engine with 3 speed and revers. We go over the things to watch out for on your new jeep and show the additions we have made to improve ours. Dont buy one until you have watched this.
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While it’s not a quick video, unlike other channels- every second of this video was useful! Most people talk about so much extra crap. Only thing worth mentioning, I bet you all the loose bolts were from that store. It comes only partially assembled in box when they order them. Some teenager put that seat on
Thank you for the feedback! I totally agree about the loose bolts! They do also vibrate quite a lot so lock tight would be a beneficial upgrade just to help prevent losing bolts and rattling.
Use the orange loctite. It holds like red but it's removable like the blue
Good video! what's the red button for and you could have done without the thudding music at ~17 minute mark. I'd rather heard the engine run and the muffler sounds better
@davep6977 thank you and noted. The red button is for the horn.
For a guy that didn't want any new projects, you did quite a bit. 😊 Good job. I enjoyed the video. Thanks
Haha I know right! Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video!
I was thinking the exact same thing!!
The rule of thumb back when the original 6 wheel ATVs came out was that if you had a roll bar you wanted to wear seat belts, but if you didn't you don't. On the latter, if it rolls, you're far better off if you're thrown clear rather than having roll over on top of you every time. At least you have a chance if you're not buckled it.
I agree with that.
same on a zero turn lawn mower
@@lloydsplace101 if someone flips a zero turn they probably shouldnt be using equipment
Same as as a racing kart.
Very well said. if that little Jeep goes to flip, just jump out of the way and don't get stuck under it! Or truthfully, that may not even matter if youre an adult. Can't weigh very much.
You convinced me that I don't need the headache involved. Thank you.
I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Agreed
Nice mods and your garage/shop is really nice, great that you have this knowledge and you’re passing it down to your children.
Had the same sprocket issue on mine hours after running, implemented the same fix…working great.
It’s a shame that you have to look out for this on a brand new machine but I’m glad our fix is holding up and is a very cheap and easy one to do. Just have to spread the knowledge so others don’t ruin there new toys! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
@@Higgsgaragethat's a motorcycle engine basically it should not do that unless the rear sprocket is way over to the right anyway it shouldn't do that
@ronalddaub9740 I agree. I think the rear sprocket is not aligned causing it to do that. I don’t know a good way to correct it.
Yeah, the roll bar sounds like a good idea.
Saw it and the tractor before Christmas in store in the Greenville TX store. Very cute and priced affordable. All you need is a playti ride it. Loved it
Reminds me of the 1974 Cadillac that my parents bought brand new Cadillac spent more time in the shop the first year we had it traded it in on a Lincoln. Mom dad said it was the best thing they ever did.
I had a mint 76 Grand Marquis and 77 Mark V, both fully loaded, 460s. What machines!
Thats the difference in a gm and a ford product. The only thing gm did right was the small block v8 along with the easily tunable modern fuel injection/ignition system. Ford is making that easier these days as well though.
My dad had a '72 Coupe de Ville and he was not happy with it. It looked great parked but that was its best feature.
Well, I hate to say it! I bought one six years ago, and I have had no trouble. I have had nothing but fun and years of enjoyment! It’s perfect! I do appreciate what improvements you want to make, but make sure that you don’t make it sound like it’s no good without the improvements. I have not turned a wrench on mine one time! Just one battery.
That’s great to hear! This is just the experience I have had with this one. If I bought another I would take the same precautions just to be sure it didn’t end up needing major repairs like an engine or something. Quality control could have very well changed since the time you purchased yours. Either way it’s good to hear success stories with them. We enjoy it very often and do not regret the decision to buy. 👍🏼 thank you for commenting!
Should’ve bought the scratched one…
One hour of use a year? Lol
Well, actually, you are partially correct! I drive it every week but I just use it for fun inside of a small private airport? So I have probably put two or 300 miles on it. No rough use though. No off-road.😂
I just bought one about a month ago. Thanks for the info. Going to check the front sprocket tonight when I get home from work.
I hope it helped! They are fun!
@Higgsgarage hey bud if u dont mind do u have a link for the items u add to it
Check out my other Jeep video and in the description has links.
You guys have a really nice spread! Perfect place for setting up a mini-jeep race course, in fact. 😀
Haha thank you!
Talk about "product improved"!!! The manufacturer ought to watch this video and get to work!😊
Thanks for the comment! It sure has been doing good since these last couple videos! Next things are just going to be done because we want to haha.
It appears just as what it is another cheap piece of Chinese made tin foil JUNK.. MADE IN CHINA folks do not expect quality...
That's where the different chineese vendors come from... they might improve something and sell it for more improving their brand name.
My cousin bought his son a new coolster 3speed mini Willy's jeep 125cc new in 2016. After a year only issue was throttle cable attachment behind the gas pedal broke and seemed to have been bolted with the cable bent. I work on small engine equipment at my home shop so made some simple adjustments and i have little cheap speed gun and got 42mph with my son 125lbs back then flat asphalt side road. Don't know how other brands are but the coolster was impressive for a china made one. Im 45 and 230lbs and it was surprisingly fast. Thought I was over weight limit but no because has a 400lb weight limit. Before all that i changed the oil and put amsoil in it and tossed the chinese torch brand spark plug and put a ngk in it. Pretty cool little ride but $2,500 plus and easily over 3 grand after taxes. Fairly expensive.
I think they are similar to the ones from tractor supply. Ours definitely surprised me for how well it handles adults. It’s fun for sure!
Good vid. Thank you. Lots of good detail and tips. Been looking at these and researching… might end up pulling the trigger on one….
They are fun! 🤙🏼
Thanks for the advice! Appreciate you sharing this
I’m glad you enjoyed!
Very helpful vid man, thanks!
I’m glad you found it helpful!
Excellent video. You’re going to gain subs fast once these start getting promoted. Nice insight about these little Jeeps. 🏁
Thank you! We are trying hard to make positive change to better the content we put out and you commenting this really helps motivate us to keep doing so. Thank you again and I’m glad you enjoyed!
I’m glad you did not want another project 😂. I totally understand. I like to tinker also . Great video.
Haha it definitely turned into one but we have been using it with no issues since the upgrades which is very fun!
Just bought one last week. Thought your upgrades were very interesting. Have already been driving it and very impressive little machine. Going to check out everything on it before we ride it again
It is a lot of fun. I will be making another video with some more upgrades.
I would check the Jerry can for use for fuel. Remove the fuel tank over the engine and route a fuel line to the bottom of the Jerry can . (new easy to fill fuel tank). Also it can now be filled with a hot engine.
If the oem fuel tank was part of the engine’s air cooling system, you may need to construct an air duct.
I carry spare fuel in the Jerry can and works like a charm. The original table can be removed but works for me. I fill it hot and have no issues. Just have to be careful for sure.
Thanks for the info. We were going to buy one, and you saved me 2,500 dollars minimum.
Glad I could help!
I would be concerned about the brand name: "Assimo". lol. Though it is cute, do you want a front wheel drive go cart that can't do donuts for $2,500? $1,500 would get a bunch more buyers. Is it better to sell 10 items at $100, or 7 items at $150? The rule of thumb is 100% markup in retail. That way there is room for a "sale". So it cost $1,250 and store marks it up to $2,500. How about $1,500 and I'll paint it myself? lol.
Great tip on the Gear Chewing up the case
It seems to be holding up great for us.
Replace one of the drive sprocket washers with a flat roller bearing.
Like people put on the lawn mower front end steering spindles, to make them easier to steer.
Grease the bearing up on a regular bases. I would just spray drive chain grease into the bearing when lubing the drive chain.
This is a fantastic idea.
Good idea.
That magic word.. and "Then".. lol
Great job.
Purple loctite is my best friend
Yes that’s a very handy item with this machine for sure! 👍🏼
I like that 61inch cut bad boy zero turn
Thank you! It’s a great mower.
Good stuff man. I work for a kymco dealer. They are Taiwanese. In the dealer manual they give you 1 hour flat rate to uncrate the things, put everything together, and be ready on the showroom floor. We’ve gotta double check every nut and bolt and basically build the damm things so customers don’t have issues like you. Put a roll cage and harness in it
That’s not an hour flat rate in my opinion that’s them being greedy. I have thought about building a roll bar and probably will. Yeah they really do need to be gone over, would be nice if they just loc tight everything from the factory. Are you able to get parts for the massimo?
@@Higgsgarage I’m lead tech in the small engine department at my shop. I reckon there’s not much I can’t get. Although I haven’t had one come through the shop yet. Plenty of knockoff ATV’s we’ve tackled. I was in coastal the other day and looked at one. They are pretty cool! And would be a good platform to build off of👍
Yeah you really can get carried away with them! They are fun little projects.
You should get a 1980's style top lights on a roll bar and a trailer hitch and a trailer. It would be good for moving stuff and people.
@HollywoodCreeper that would be cool! I’m thinking a Jurassic Park theme paint job with our logo and colors instead of the original park colors and logo also.
*If you’re gonna buy one of these, get the X-Pro model!!! It’s the best when it comes to features and power. The upgraded Zongshen engine is very nice.*
I watched yours and subbed to your channel! I like the front engine but am not partial to getting an xpro also. I am also considering the bigger 200cc for adults to review! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@Higgsgarage Great video! What a coincidence, as I’m looking at their 200cc ATV too!
@owenchabot they look pretty good not going to lie lol. Would fit better in it too.
Thank you for this video 😊
Thanks for the nice comment!
I’d still get one lol. They are cool. My Coleman minibike has been the shit
They are pretty fun!
Good video, can't wait for more updates. Mine had absolutely no grease in one of those rear bearings too, if I didn't see this I would've just assumed it was good to go.
Good catch! Thank you for watching! I think both rear bearings in ours were dry. It’s very fun but definitely poor quality control from the manufacturer in my opinion.
If you get an Xpro mini Jeep you can avoid most of the issues associated with these. I think they’re the best ones made and come with a Zongshen engine, which are pretty reliable plus it’s a rear mounted engine. No issues with mine.
Good info! Thank you!
The dude who drove one of these around the salt flats for 1000 miles to MOAB recommended the Coolster Mini Jeep.
That Jeep made it through 1000 miles in desert heat, snow, and pretty extreme off-roading.
Sure, he burned out an engine in the desert, but considering the circumstances, it held up well.
@dericandkhristy he did a few videos with the jeep
He installed a different engine for his trek.@@John6-40
Thank You Very Much For Sharing 👍
Thank you for leaving a comment!
Since your kids drive it, maybe out a 96”whip CB antenna with the orange dune buggy flag on top. I know everyone has cell phones, but some of us still use CB’s. Walkie talkie’s use channel 14. An adapter would make the antenna operational. The flag makes it easier to see where they are.
Great addition advice! I’m going to put a list together and make another video with adding more accessories and I will add these ideas to my list! Thanks for the comment and watching!
Epic Upgrades!
Thank you!
@@Higgsgarage Oh Higgs there's a Brit with one of these things that has a 6 episode YT video chain. He takes it... 900-1,000 miles from Utah to Moab. What a Cluster eff of a drive! You need to do THIS! I think his channel is c90adventures if you missed it... haha
@TheWickerShireProject I did see this! Was an awesome series he did! Ed March is his name and your correct on his channel name! Great videos! It would be a challenging but rewarding and fun adventure to do but I think something else needs to be done. Ed conquered that with his now what else could we do to put these little guys to a test that would be entertaining to see…? 😬
hanks for the info. We were going to buy one, and you saved me 2,500 dollars minimum.
Glad I could help.
Hopefully, they'll fix the sprocket deal soon. Nice upgrades. A lot more than I would've done. LOL! Should come with metal floorboards. Cheap decals. Go drab green. You've got yours's fixed up pretty good now. Nice place to ride there. I'll check back for updates and upgrades. 👍
Thank you! Yes we are going to do a paint job and some other things soon. I was thinking our logo colors in a Jurassic park theme paint job. Metal floors would be so much better also!
This English RUclipsr did a 1000 trip in Utah. Biggest 2 things were the Chinesium welds broke all over the place and don’t run the engine hot!!!Chinesium engine internals danger😆😆😆. That thing is awesome!
Yes Ed’s videos were awesome! 🤣 it is a lot of fun! Our kids love it!
They have a flat needle bearing washer type out there that I saw on utube to help the lawnmower steering out of the front axles! I believe there are many sizes out there that maybe another way to help the sprocket wear.
As for that Floorpan, just use some fender washers. That will eliminate that dimple caused by the overtightened bolts.
Yes that’s a good option!
@@Higgsgarage and fender washers are cheap and fast.
@THE_BaconPirate for sure! I am going to add some.
Great video. Def considering one of these to play around with.
Your audio levels are all over the place though.
That are a lot of fun!
Thank you, we have been testing different mics and editing techniques. I hope to have that worked out on future videos! I do appreciate the kind critique it helps me improve.
👍🏾Sir, You are making America great again🎯
Doing what I can! 🫡
Find or make some brass washers to go between the sprocket and the case. They are soft and have some lubricious properties as well.
Careful Tiny Tim.
I got a Panzer Tractor when I was 7 years old great
Nice!
You'll love it, as long as you replace or improve nearly everything! It's not a project, and it only cost $2,500! 😂
Seriously, though, nice job fixing it. I don't think I'll be buying one for that price, if I still need to put that much time and money into making it work right.
Thanks for commenting! I totally understand.
You shouldn't have to do all that work when it costs so much. Excellent job and thanks for the video.
I had a good friend in high school “75” who him and his dad bought a ww2 willies jeep in a crate. They had to put everything together so every nut built or screw the put together. They knew it was all tight. Maybe if you could buy the mini in a crate, it wouldn’t have the problems yours seemed to have!
They can be bought in a crate but still need to be gone over just to be sure. Ww2 Willie’s would be so cool!
I would use some type of nylon spacer between sprocket and case. You may have to replace it occasionally, but atleast it would take the wear and friction wouldn't cause the washers wear on the case.
That’s not a bad idea. The washers are holding up so far but if I had to do it again I might try nylon.
I JUST learned that tractor supply sells these, and so I am going down the mini jeep rabbit hole now lol for the longest time we only had one tractor supply here in town, but I've never seen one of these over there. Then again, I have never really looked for anything like this because I had no idea that they would even carry or sell anything like this, but again, again, I go there pretty often and I've never seen one... But, we do have a new location that was recently built and I'm willing to bet they probably will have them at the new location, probably you know till like stand out from the other one from like a store competitor standpoint. I don't even know if the new ones open to the public yet, but I'm definitely going to go look for one and see if I can at least get a test drive lol This would absolutely be perfect for teaching a young person how to drive stick shift (without sacrificing your own transmission in your own truck lol).
Kewl lil Jeep……..👍👍👍👍👍
The Hank you!! 🤙🏼
Seatbelts keep you from smashing forward and bouncing up… that’s about it.
Love the green tunnel/ monkey trail you drove through.
Golf cart wheels can be swapped… they have cool chrome offset wheels with grippy tires. Watched a guy drive one of these through to Moab once. You can search for the RUclips documentary.
Yes, Ed March did this! Great series! I think we might do some tires and wheels in the future!
Your improvements should have been standard. You turned a piece of crap into a nice toy. Good job.
Thank you! I do agree that it should not come needing these issues addressed. However my son loves it and I didn’t want to give up on it easy. It’s been a fun toy and actually reliable. Thank you for commenting!
I love it, I want it
A great and informative video. These are super popular today and for good reason. The Chinese need better quality control. Suggestion: Turn up your recording volume. Thanks
Thanks for the comment and advice! Means a lot to get critiques in respectful ways.
What tool did you use to adjust the shocks higher?
Instead of 2 washers use one and a transmission part called a thrust bearing. With the rollers bearing on the side sandwich the bearing with a washer then you don't have to worry about the case. You can buy thrust bearings in nearly any size any reputable parts shop should have them.
Great idea thank you!
C90 adventures drove one of these across moab, very painfully.
You should fabricate a small howitzer and hitch to put on the back
Get Hrade 8 washers they are heavy duty enough oil them every time before starting it get a squeze oil can bungy it on or drip oil on it !
Good idea!
nice job on the upgrade, i just don't know if everyone wants or can think as mechanically as you. especially when its brand new. the sprocket issues is very much a problem that massimo should get fixed before selling anymore of these!
Looked at one of these today @ TS , you think one of these would pull a pull behind grass cutter?? Can a Predator engine be swapped into it??
I mean anything is possible it just depends how much time, money, and effort you want to put in it. I think it would pull a pull behind finish mower. I do not know how long it would last and the starting is not the tightest but it would probably do it.
seems like more trouble then its worth thank you for talking me out of it lol
There was a series of videos where some crazy fool drove one of those mini jeeps to Moab, Utah. Great series, funny too. Lots of swearing, so not family safe. 🙂
I did see that! It was fun to watch!
Do you think you could fit a snow plow blade to the front end? or do you figure it would need 4wd?
Ppl on the mini jeep Facebook page have mounted a plow. I think it will work with chains on the tires. They seem to have pretty good luck with it. I personally don’t know how it would handle snow. We didn’t get much this year in Missouri for me to test it out.
How did you max the springs?
This thing looks like fun, not that I'm interested in this stuff. My Dad is interested in the doodlebug community and this doesn't look far from that. Love the classic Willy's look!
There is a guy driving one of these 1000 miles to Moab. He has also driven around the world on a 90cc Honda. Fun guy, 90cc Adventures is his channel.
I have seen it! It’s pretty good! His name is Ed March. Great videos!
Like your videos
Thank you very much!
You need to do a video of how you tighten bolts using a fine tooth comb ;-)
🤣
It might last longer/reduce future wear if you replace those 2 stacked washers with a self-lubricating bronze thrust washer.
Good idea!
Kinda want one
I wonder if there was any extra charge for all the warning labels.
🤣🤣 no kidding!
Thanks so much for saying Price so many You Tubers DON:T say Price
If you have the tools for it consider making a custom exhaust that exits out of the rear.
I have thought of this! I don’t have the tools but I would pay an exhaust shop to do it and it should quiet down some noise coming from the front.
Build a fjording kit for it too! lol Intake stack and exhaust stack...
Blue locktight will stop the bolts from comming out try it !
100%
Could just be used to run around a farm? Would it pull a small trailer? Thank you
I am going to put a small hitch on it to pull our small lawn trailer. It will do it but you will have to fab up a hitch. There are a lot of ppl who do it on the Facebook groups. 👍🏼
Glad I watched this. I now know what I'm not buying!
Glad it helped make your decision.
Not a assembled piece of equipment I don't go over first to make sure stuff was assembled correctly. I don't care where it is made, some assembler having a crap day or it's late friday, etc. But I also worked at a ford dealer and seen brand new 2 mile cars with air ratchets in the doors, diffs empty, wrong parts on it (Said mazda not ranger, yes, way back). Either way I order online so I get the crate and assemble myself.
Great video. I wish this would work out of the box, though. Seems like a lot of basic work just to get it ready to run.
I completely agree! And this is just ours so others might have different experiences but I wanted to share ours.
Wouldn't it be easier to make the floor board out of lightweight aluminum checker plate. Using the floorboard for mud flaps. Make a metal frame for the open area in front of the floorboard and again. Using aluminum checker plate .
Really like the upgrades.
I was thinking of doing just that! 👍🏼 it seems like that would be a great option! Thanks for the comment!!
Just picked one of this up as well for my 7 year old daughter. since you have a speedo in there, how fast does this thing actually go? That battery is puny for sure. Going to change that exhaust? bet you could add a little power and make it sound better with different little mini exhaust. My daughter is near your son's size, ive found some of these other mini jeeps with dual adjustable seats, wonder if that is a smart upgrade to allow them to reach the pedals better. subbed.
I’m not sure how accurate the Speedo is but it is gps and I have got it to 30mph but it is screaming and I don’t recommend doing it lol. Not with stock sprockets and tire size anyways. I thought about running the exhaust out the back to see if it would be quieter up front but have not made any decision on it just yet. I have also seen the jeeps with the sliding seats, I don’t think they would be hard to accommodate but my son seems to be ok and he is growing so fast that I don’t know if it would be worth the effort to add them. It wouldn’t hurt for sure but I think we will keep stock seats at least for now.
Thank you for your support it really means a lot!
Any difference between this and the Amazon one that’s only 2k
How much of a REAL world difference did that new carb make?
is there a governor on it?
That was awesome public service. Thank you!... If I were to spend money I would at least know how to be efficient in making the machine usable over time.
😂 It's Chinese so: taking all apart, will enable you to attach and torque fasteners correctly. And fix all engineering shortcomings, to have something that lasts more than one outing.
Yeah well, in China's defense, they did make it! And you can bet they made it for about $200. Who in America made one? How much would there's be?
Be sure to reinforce the floor pan! My friends brother died from a stick poking a hole up through the floor board on a Razor 4 person 4wheeler!
Was there any issues with the stock carburetor? Why the upgrade?
The stock one worked but was kind of annoying. The adjustment screw was not as easy as this with the thumb screw, it was harder to start, and this one did increase power (every little bit helps)
I would have fixed the sprocket by making a cap that went over the retainer and pushed on the end of the shaft.
That could be a good fix as well.
Curious why you replaced the carb. Does it improve performance?
Yes and makes it much easier to start and adjust.
Why are the rear wheels/tires not centered in the wheel well ?
It’s just the way it’s designed. When weight is applied the suspension compresses and the wheels will move more towards the “center” it’s a rear swing arm kinda like an atv.
does it have a clutch and is it manual?
If you would be concerned about those metal washers wearing through your case go buy brass washers so that you won't wear your case out
Definitely a good idea to consider. I’m going to take it apart and see how it’s holding up on the next video.
Find a wafer bearing to go with the washers
Great idea!
My neighbor bought one and sold his new ford pickup, said it will be his vehicle now and saving on insurance will pay for it in three months, he drives it every where now 😊😊😊
Great ideal
I don’t think I could do that haha but I do enjoy driving it with my son!
Glad your neighbor sold his FORD. He will be happier without it. Jeeps are garbage too. Good mod's on that Chinese toy. Teach the kids to try to stay inside and not get run over.
Let's get cooking.
I have to have the rear engine and fancy rims.
They do have nice rims I must say!
Look at all the darn warning stickers, we are warned to death. I hope I don’t break a nail removing them all. Don
Haha yeah they had to come off.
be even more fun if you put a train horn kit in it
That is an awesome idea!
Paint it OD green, stick a toy MG on it and have the kids tool around in it!
Would be sick like that!