Common Mini Jeep Problems And How To Fix Them
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- čas přidán 24. 12. 2020
- common problems/issues that mini jeeps have and how to fix and overcome them
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Excellent responses to questions today! I will keep you posted once I get it running. I changed the oil, spark plug, charging battery, and great answers to how to get back running as it's been sitting for 3yrs in the storage.
Great video - thank you! A few things I can add to this one: The factory setting for the air/fuel mix was way too rich from the factory setting. It would start very easily, but would run way to rich and die after warming up. Once tuned to run properly, it will be harder to start. Also, the idea setting screw is different on mine - it's on the back of the carb, much harder to reach. Apparently there's a proper fuel/air mix screw also on the stock carb, but in CA at least, it's covered over (you have to remove and drill out the cover to use).
Excellent input. I did forget to mention the mixture screw.. mine has a brass plug over it as well. I have never messed with it. Thankfully mine runs like a top and has done so for almost 750 miles
Thanks bro! It's been awhile. Good to have you back.
It felt good to get a video out again. Thanks for hanging in there with me
Awesome video didn't know about the bump start that's amazing! Great videos and advice!
Glad it was helpful!
Nice video... have the same exact one...kids love it especially since it looks like a jeep and drives 2
Very helpful video as I prepare to enter the world of mini jeeps!
Great Video.. Just ordered one last night for my kids. ( Really for me) GR3 in Blue.. I really like a lot of the accessories on your jeep. Can u do a video on all add-ons and where u ordered and costs. Especially Speedo, LED lights, Tach,.... Thanks again for videos. very entertaining.
Very cool. I just purchased a pair of these and see i live in your area, i will have to see you sometime. Maybe a jeep club lol.great video.
Thanks for your video help
I'm stunned they ship them out without greasing the rear bearings. I just read the manual, no mention of that anywhere, or even the fact the rear bearings exist!
Amazing video!!!! Ima look at all this on mine
Hay Buddy, I just ordered a Coolster Mini Jeep just like yours. No One on CZcams says what size hole the original speedometer is? I ordered a 52mm/2inch gps mph one . I guess I will find out if it fits the original speedo hole? Your Mini jeep videos have been a great help for me. Do you think maybe doing more helpful videos on mini jeeps in the future?
I like how you can rock start it
I saw on one review that the guys fuel tank was rubbing underneath. The vibrations were causing the metal bar the tank was resting on to dig into the bottom of the tank. Might want to take a peak.
Thank You. please show oil level monitoring and change
Great content my friend, I’ve been meaning to make a similar video, kudos to you for actually doing it 👏
Thanks buddy!
Projects 815, what size is the uni air filter you are using?
Another great vid. You talked me into getting one and as soon as that tax money comes in I'm getting one. Turns out you dont live far away from me too lol
That's awesome! Where ya from!?
@@Projects815 I live 45 min away from st Louis mo
Had to buy new throttle cable have trouble figuring out how to put back together spring came out any suggestion thanks
Im going to try that start up routine see if that starts it
Did not start mine doesn't even crank even tho the battery is full
What do you use for the plug/gap? Mine keeps fouling. I’ve tried A7TC, CR7HSA.
Awesome!!
I have the X-Pro brand mini jeep from Amazon and lately the carb has acted super lean in terms of air to gas mixture. It’ll bog down at full throttle and it seems a bit concerning.
We are looking at installing an electric fuel pump to hopefully fix the problem. Any input would be great!
How did you install the speedometer? Did you have to wire anything please let me know thx
your intro sounds sweet on the speakers I made
Ordered the GK-6125A mini jeep with front mounted engine and should receive before Xmas 2022. Thank you for sharing so much information! I feel "armed" enough now to tackle a lot of the mini jeep common problems! If not for you, ... I'd probably not have ordered one. I'm sure my grandson (10) and granddaughter (7) will enjoy riding the mini for years to come (not to mention myself and grandma!) Also the kids may think I'm really smart when the jeep needs worked on! ... but I'll be sure to tell them "Project 815" was my "mentor".
By the way, can you tell me what the meaning of Project 815 or how you came up with it?
Well I like to work on projects. And my old area code was 815 so I put them together and it's stuck lol
Can you link your chain tensioner purchase? ... I bought one on Amazon ($13), that looked like yours (Red with yellow roller) but mine has nuts holding the two red bracket halves together, whereas yours looks like the retaining bolts thread into the bracket. When I slip the bracket onto the frame, (same location as yours is), my roller butts up to the outside of the chain rather than over the center of the chain. (I'd need at least an inch longer roller bolt and spacer to align the center of the roller up to the center of the chain).
It's 60 degrees today in N.E.Ohio so thought I'd work on the tunnel slap issue. I thought the chain tensioner was a good idea (verses the chain adjustment) because over-tightening the chain could present it's own problems (premature wear of the sprockets and cogs?) The tunnel slap isn't a big issue for me because there are plenty of other "vibrations" going on to mask it! LOL!!
Great vids! Can you post a link to the RPM gauge you are using and also the plow. Thanks a ton! I just got mine assembled and love it! Id like to do everything you have since I live in the forest with a long driveway. PS: what size winch did you install. Thanks man!!
I have a video on the tachometer install and a link in that video where I got it. The winch I got was ordered from Amazon it's a bravex
I'm looking to change out my rear sprocket on my mini jeep. Is there a video for that?
Did you fix the streeing? I need advice
Thanks for the video. I want to do the battery upgrade. Is it just a standard motorcycle battery.
Yes sir!
How do you tighten the steering wheel it rattles alot
Your video saved me a lot of grief.
😎🤙
Thanks so much for the quick responce, one more question, I am not mech inclined ,you put a chain tensioner on your jeep before you realized you could adjust the axiel. My jeep is a 2021 and has a tensioner built in. I still get chain slap when in 3rd gear, chain seems pretty snug. Do I need to adjust axiel tension and if so how do i know when enough? I have read thru questions asked you, have not found that one, thanks again.
Hey brother. I have the same mini jeep. I ran into an issue the other day and was hoping you could help me out! Jeep starts and runs flawlessly until I shift into 2nd gear. As soon as the shifter goes to 2nd the motor dies out like it’s either flooding or starving of fuel.... It’s been a real head scratcher for me and I was curious if you’ve had any similar issues or maybe an idea of how to fix it. Any info would be greatly appreciated! LOVE the channel btw!
My neighbor bought a mini keep and the front tires keep locking up. More on the right side….
Any thoughts?
never mind if you live in a really cold place like Illinois you keep should come with a cord with pinchers for red and black and just plug it in and connect it to the metal of the battery and leave it over night until you see a red and green light on the connector box while the pinchers are still connected
Huh? It worked perfectly fine for me living in Illinois.. after use I would plug it in anyways not a big deal
mini jeep came with a couple hoses that are just hanging out? not attached on one side, is that normal?
I have to replace my chain cause it broke, can’t find any specs on size etc, do you know what size and style of chain this requires,?
How did i get rid off the speed gobernor on the mini jeep 150cc ,year 2022
Enjoyed this video. Can you give the outside dimensions of this jeep? I want to see if i can fit it in the back of a truck for hauling.
I had a standard bed on my 2016 GMC sierra 1500 and it fit in-between the wheel wells just fine. Couldn't put up the tail gate up with the spare tire on the jeep so I strapped it in and drove it home from the place where i bought it. Got a lot looks with a mini jeep in the back of my truck.
Where did you buy the speedometer
Anyone know to to loosen the hydraulic brakes on these? It seems like the pads are rubbing while I’m driving and it’s slowing my Jeep down!
Just bought a mini jeep, after riding few minutes the gear lever fell off no bolt,having trouble getting in back on,any suggestions
I just bought a GK-6125A and it doesn’t crank like it does crank but it’s not like a constant crank I turn the key 1 or rarely 2 cranks then it cuts off and it sounds dead and idk what to do
Can you send me complete instructions on how to purchase the new tires that you put on your jeep? Thanks in advance
I have the same jeep. It's only a few months old and the master link on the starter chain has popped off four times while cranking. It doesn't damage the chain, just the master link clip pops off. Although the chain was fine, I've replaced it twice along with a new master link and clip installed in the correct direction. I am going to install a chain without a master link and see how that works although it came with a chain with a master link from Coolster. The replacement chains I've used are the exact same length, etc. as the chain that originally came on it. I am a subscriber and saw in another video that you sold your jeep. Since you have a lot of experience with these jeeps, I was just curious if you've ever heard of this issue. Thanks.
I was riding it for like 5 minutes on day 2 and the entire chain fell off while going 30 mph
@realprojects815 how do you adjust the shocks on the jeepster camo?
Gotta compress the shocks and spin the shock adjuster. Usually a silver color
i just put a geniune vm 22 mikuni carb on mine and no joke unless its a very steep hill or sandy hill im doing 7000 rpm and 25 mph or faster sometimes hitting near top speed 35 mph !!! and 8800-9000 rpm O_O but one question I have as im too afraid to nuetral stomp it anyone know what the redline or rev limit of these 125cc engine is with new carb i hit 9900 rpm in second gear climbing a hill and i damn near had a heart attack lol my rule of thumb with old carb going down hill and now with new carb at any time is 7500 rpm is safe as its where the rated horsepower maxes out and im doing a nice cruising 30 mph in 3rd at that rpm
@project 815 does your jeep vibrate when riding at high speeds? If so, what did you do to fix it?
Yes it did. Engine vibration that is.
I just moved to Illinois from Cali. Debating on picking one of these jeeps up. Do you have yours registered at all? I’m finding mixed info on if there able to be registered for on road use. I intend to use only on side streets to putter over to my dad’s place but don’t want to risk the 5-0 giving me issues, yet see guys on (what I’m used to being) illegal pit bikes and 5-0 doesn’t care
My mini jeeps gear indicator isn’t showing neutral what can I do?
We just got one for Christmas and the headlights aren’t working-how on earth are they wired?
im having problems with the stator not on the charging side but the spark any help would be much appreciated
thanks for reading
You will have to meter the stator and see what has failed. Tough to make a call.
If the carb has the non serviceable screws i just cut a notch in the screw with a hacksaw so i can use a flathead on it
You going to do a 190 swap?
Cool
Jak mohu opravit hluk kola? zkusil jsem kuřecí tuk z místního trhu, ale nefungoval.
Hi, my mini jeep chain broke off any advise?
Is there any way to line the linkage or does the oil line the trans like a wet clutch
Engine and trans share the same oil. (Wet clutch)
Can you post a link for the chain tensioner you used. I guess you replaced it I. Place of the current. Second why will my grease gun not fit the nipple on my rear axes bearings. Lastly do the covers on side the wheel cover the lug nut just snap off or are the screws functional.
Ty
@@jimcrowe7768 the chain tensioner that I used was horrible.. I do not recommend it at all as far as the grease gun that's weird they should be standard fittings however they have been known to piece these together with whatever they had laying around. You should be able to find zerk fittings anywhere
I just purchase one and after riding for about 20 minutes. I started hearing a grinding sound. I follow the noise and hear it coming from my brake pads and rotters. I took the tires off and saw that my rotters are making the noise so I’m assuming it’s just trying to seat in place 🤷🏽♂️
Correct. It's probably been sitting for a while when you write it give it some good brake hitss while going fast
Dude my doesnt seem to shift and its barely goes engine is running fine
Hey unfortunately i dont have instagram but my brake is currently stuck any tips?
Update: there was dried mud all over the brake area and i moved it all fixed now :D
Have any leaks from the chain/clutch? We see to have a leak but can't pin point it.
Dude same! did you get this answered or fixed?
How do you adjust the throttle cable to get more speed? Mine is locked at 40kmh max speed and the odometer goes up to 80kmh..
Never meant to go 80. Thats a suicide mission.
Good morning..i bought a 125 jeep after watching your video for my grand son. after about 10 miles of use it started quitting on the trail.it would start up and idle right away only to quit a few 100 feet away . now it refuses to rev up and quits when trying all the time. there is lots of gas coming out the gas line up to the what you described as a pump. everything looks good.. also there is a strange sound while idling.. like a vacuum leak whistle but i can pin point the source of the sound and dont know if it was always there before and just i hadn't noticed it..any advice would be appreciated. Brendon MacDonald
The carb is the problem alot of the time.. check to make sure the carb is getting fuel
I’m having the same problem. The Jeep will start fine and run a minute or two and shut off. I’m also getting a lot of fuel coming out of that bottom hose that comes from the carb. If I should change out my carb. Which one do I buy?
@@jeffer122982 float needle is stuck. Or the carb bowl is loose. Check carb bowl first
what's up with that bolt they put where the gas pedal is maybe a governor can that be adjusted or something, does the gear indicator show 1,2,3 when not running?
My version has no bolt. And yes it does when the key is on
@@Projects815 Thanks I adjusted the bolt so I would have more pedal, it was stopping the pedal, I think it is their governor.
i just found your videos. I'be been looking into buying one of these but not sure where to start or who to trust. I've seen all kinds of sights that sell them and prices vary drastically. Are there multiple brands? Can you recommend one over the other? I live in N. Georgia so I can't be driving to Il. to purchase one. Thanks!
I actually ordered mine from a company in TX. And i now live in South Carolina at the Georgia border
Txpowersports.com
@@Projects815 Thanks!
I just built a mossimo mini jeep and it started up but won’t go in gear to move? The shifter isn’t loose and it puts on the back up lights…
My daughter mini jeep will go in reverse but want move what you think the problem is
How do you fix the breaks locking up mine is locking up and starts without holding down the break lol
Adjust the screw between the brake pedal and the master cylinder. As the fluid warms up in the calipers it makes pressure on the master cylinder which pushes out against the adjuster screw and the pedal.
Hi, my mini Jeep won’t shift down to neutral, the stick shift is very loose, could that be the problem, and how do I tighten it? Thanks!
How do you know if the pulse pump is working properly?
blow and suck on the pulse line with the discharge unplugged. Gas will come out if it's working.
Just picked up a mini, mine came with the engine in the rear. Had a couple questions but dont use instagram. It would be great if I could get your advice.
Ask away! I'll help how ever I can
What actual carb upgrade and big bore kit fits this as well as exhaust. I tried looking up everything but I am not certain. As for the muffler it's hard to choose especially to get it to have a deeper sound and not a high pitch mower sound which might be hard considering it's a four stroke. Just wondering if I can get any insight, just want to pep it up a bit more with just being able to bolt on and not have to modify much you know. Ty buddy.
Oh ya sorry and if you had any info on how to get 3rd gear to be a little more longer cause man that high rev full throttle is crazy sounds like the engine is going to shoot out to the moon.
how do you turn up the governor i have a mini jeep but i cant find the governor
These engines already rev up to 9500 rpm I wouldn't push it more then that
Do they have oil filters too? Or just have to change the oil only?
No oil filter. 😊
All of a sudden my son was driving around his mini jeep and white smoke is coming out the exhaust along with I see oil on the bottom of the engine dripping on the exhaust pipe coming off the engine. It is oil on the bottom of the fin part on the front part of the engine. Any idea what happened?
That's a weird one.. could you send me pictures on instagram? @realprojects815
I read that the motor in these things is a Honda motor knock off. Did you figure out what the real Honda Motor equivalent is? If it'd drop in. Could be upgraded?
Guys have done motor swaps.. I've seen guys do as big as a 300cc
And how do we set the parking brake up so it doesn’t roll?
I put mine in gear. If you don't want it to roll forward put it in first. Put it in reverse and it will not roll backwards.
There should also be a small lever attached to the brake pedal as well. Just press the brake pedal down and swing that lever over that small peg that is attached to the brake pedal.
what about the jerry can says not to use
There's a sticker on the actual container that says do not use for fuel
My biggest problem is, and I’m sure I’m not the only one, that with all the fun things that I have to do and play with in my nice little life, I don’t have one of these mini jeeps. Not even one! Sad story, I know. Maybe someday…
They are quite fun
I bought mini Jeep an my two front tires are crooked an they wiggle side to side so any idea how to fix this
Either loose bearings or loose tie rods
Hey if my jeep doesn’t do anything when I turn the key. Even when jumping the battery just nothing. I changed the starter and nothing. I’m thinking about changing the battery
This video is awesome thank you.
Jump starter bypass ignition first
My Mini 125 seems to be stuck in neutral, no matter what gear I switch it to, it just keeps revving. It was working fun when I was using it, stopped for a few minutes then suddenly started having issues. Not sure what happened? Any advise?
Does the shifter feel loose?
My coolster keeps diying after awhile when im driving full speed then takes a mini to start back up and smokes when it does turn back over do you have an idea why
Could be a bad head gasket 😬
Mine does the same thing. Did you figure out your issue?
I just got a mini jeep. When I gas it and then slow down, then press the gas again it the engine stutters then either i left off of the gas which makes it idles very weak or i press the gas and then turns off. Am I driving it wrong or do I need to adjust the fuel flow value and idle screw
Definitely a carb adjustment
Bring us some more videos brother 🙏
Wish I could my friend... I sold the mini about a year ago. 😔
@Projects815 even if it's not about the mini brother I want to see your channel gro you have so much potential you record and talk so professionally. I'm telling you, have so much potential
Need more videos
Hey there! Any idea why the engine turns on but will not ride when put in gear or reverse? Bought this thing a year ago and really haven’t ridden it much!
Check the front sprocket on the engine and make sure it's attached to the shaft. It may just be spinning
@@Projects815 let me locate it and check it out! Thanks!
Do you mind sending a picture of where it’s located? Thanks
Also does this require any sort of transmission oil or anything? Sounds crazy but I see a spot where there is a cap for oil above the gear box
@@abbasmomin840 trans shares oil with the engine. No separate oil
I just bought this exact jeep..same color also..but one problem I am having is it keeps turning off...I let it warm up and it just shuts off
Sounds like a fuel delivery issue.. either to much or not enough... Pull the plug and see if it's wet or dry
@@Projects815 Agreed - posted above, likely air/fuel mix is too fuel rich for engine once warm, had same issue. I think this may need tuned for the seasons as well, as the outside temps change dramatically.
@@Projects815 thanks for your info it was a ful problem plus the battery that comes with is junk doesn't turn it over fast enough to start it prperly
Imagine 4x4 mod and a bigger motor 😳
I got one of these today and I'm thinking of modding it already
Any clutch problems
None
Can you put a CD player in and all
You can do what ever you want on these my friend. People have done radios
My mini jeep surges when idling. Got any suggestions?
Same
Hi, my mini Jeep is not shifting down to neutral. The stick shift is super loose. Could that be the problem? If so, how do I fix it. Thanks!
@@KristiMietzner simple fix. Follow the shift linkage from shifter to the engine. Where it attaches is loose. Simply tighten it up and enjoy.
Have you ever had it not start and just click that’s what I’m running into right now. If you have any advice?
It could be the battery has low voltage, the starter is becoming weak,or something internally wrong with the engine. But it's typically the battery.. these are very easy to bump start if your battery ever dies and you're out and about just put it in first gear and push it till she starts just make sure the key is on
@@Projects815 I’ve changed the battery but it didn’t work it still gives a metallic click. Where would I get a new starter or where would you go next? For diagnosis
@@wjuan42 does it sound like it's spinning? If so the starter chain broke or popped off the sprocket
@@wjuan42 Mine just started the same thing, click with brake applied and turning the key. Did you replace the starter?
One noticable item i haven't heard from anyone is the steering on these 125cc mini jeeps. Why is it that i can turn the right in a fair turning radius.However not so when im steering my mini jeep to the left. Im only getting half the turning radius to the right . How can i make this annoying problem go away
Its left me embarrased on occasion. Help please would be much greatly appreciated 👍
Mine does the same thing. To correct it you need to make a inner tie rod adjustment and completely realign the front end.
Where did you get your Speedo ?
Amazon.. search for eling 35mph speedometer
How are these for say a guy 6,3 290? With my son. I see they just came out with a bigger Chinese version of these called pitbull jeep thoughts?
I am 6,1 262 and it hauls me around just fine. If you want more leg room you can flip the seatbelts around and it gives u about 3 more inches of leg room
The bigger ones are pretty cool. I want to get my hands on one and do a full review on it
My mini jeep is idling too high, I don't see an idle screw adjustment. I just bought it new from TSC. What can I do..
it is likely on the back side of the carb. That's where mine is.
Honestly replace the carb with a nibbi 24pe or 22. I got 24pe. Its set to third(middle) factory set needle, 35pilot 115 main jet and its a beast. Get a size 48mm air filter if getting 24 size