Alien10

Whether we use helmets or not use helmets, the core issue is personal responsibility. Charles Darwin had a theory about survival of the fittest, and I doubt if that theory applies only to the physical aspect of evolution. I see ads for UTVs and ATVs with wild speeds and maneuvers in deserts and forests. Trail riding like that might suggest a helmet might be a good idea. Yet, no helmet or seat belt, or any safety system for that matter, can protect anyone from irresponsible actions. Hit a tree or bury the front end in a gully at speed, and it just isn't going to end well.

Only use the UTV for work around my 10 acres. Hard top and roll cage, and don't use a helmet. Too much in and out of the seat for small jobs here and there. I don't race around in it either. Its a mini work truck. Nice to haul rounds out of the woods to pile and then split. Then the splits down to house for the wood burner.

Where'd you find that 67 degree zerk? On line?

Been out doing some light tree trimming on the UTV. Especially branches that tear my hat and glasses off as I mow around them on the ZT.. Getting warm and humid here in Michigan. I don't do well anywhere above 80 degrees or 70% humidity. Now back in the basement "office" checking in on UTV Board. 😀

I would consider moving the filter away from whatever heat source that was hot enough to melt the plastic. There is no telling where a previous owner may have inserted the filter in the fuel supply line, perhaps close to something hot.

Late to this post but notice that oil change was in the commentary. I think the Coleman Outfitter 550 uses a wet disk system that shares oil with the engine crank case. Like some motorcycles. I think the oil used has to be compatible with JASO MA ratings like those for motorcycles.

I have a Coleman Outfitter 550 purchased in January 2022 that runs and operates pretty well. 65 hours on it so far. It is a work vehicle for my 10 hilly acres with two 1 acre woods and 5 acres of "lawn". The rest is under a lake. My parking brake does not seem to have any grip. It worked when new but after a month or so, it is just almost useless. I press the parking brake pedal hard until it stops. Still, it won't hold even on slight inclines. I don't see the caliper move as I press the brake pedal down. There seems to be plenty of pad left on it and the rotor is shiny as if it is rubbing a little when applied, but not enough to stop it from rolling. Any thoughts on possible causes?