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Yakpimp · 11-20-2023, 04:30 PM

I was looking for a cheap solution to move some stuff around our property and possibly plow some snow in the winter.

I stumbled across the Tao Tao Rhino and was able to find one on Craigslist for $1000 bucks that has never been ridden. The owner told me his mom got it for him and his friend built it, but he never actually used it after that.

I went to pick it up, paid the money and it all looked pretty great. Tires still have the extra rubber on the seam ridge and it looks unridden to me.

The battery has seen better days as it's been sitting for a couple years.
I drained the old gas, removed the carb, and ordered a new one (coming today) I installed the back rack and plastic surrounds for the foot areas, and with a new battery it sounds like it wants to start. The engine is cranking but no ignition.

I checked the spark plug and it looks like it's never been used, it does spark though.

I'll install the new carb PZ27 and air filter tonight and try starting it again.

I've been looking for a forum with other owners for a week and finally found this one today!

11-20-2023, 04:30 PM	#1
Yakpimp Join Date: Nov 2023 Posts: 3	Just joined the Tao Tao club! I was looking for a cheap solution to move some stuff around our property and possibly plow some snow in the winter. I stumbled across the Tao Tao Rhino and was able to find one on Craigslist for $1000 bucks that has never been ridden. The owner told me his mom got it for him and his friend built it, but he never actually used it after that. I went to pick it up, paid the money and it all looked pretty great. Tires still have the extra rubber on the seam ridge and it looks unridden to me. The battery has seen better days as it's been sitting for a couple years. I drained the old gas, removed the carb, and ordered a new one (coming today) I installed the back rack and plastic surrounds for the foot areas, and with a new battery it sounds like it wants to start. The engine is cranking but no ignition. I checked the spark plug and it looks like it's never been used, it does spark though. I'll install the new carb PZ27 and air filter tonight and try starting it again. I've been looking for a forum with other owners for a week and finally found this one today!
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