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  1. Hey guys. I just purchased a 99 Banshee. I dont know anything about these things. The condition of this thing appears to be a little rough. I want to basically bring it up to maintenance before I start riding it. 1. I know I will need to change the right lower control arm (a-arm). Any suggestions on where to get a good deal on one? 2. Any secrets to changing the lower a-arm? Do I need to compress the strut/spring with anything to change the a-arm? 3. I dont have any history on this thing. Where do I start as far as maintenance goes? I want to give it an oil change before I start it. Any instructions? I did do some research in regards to this. 3a. I read I need to use special oil for the crankcase. Most recommended is 10w30 yamalube4. I must use oil without friction modifiers. I can change by removing the oil drain plug in the bottom of my engine. Run the Banshee for a couple mins, drain it out completely. Fill it up with about 3/4 a quart of fluid and Im done. Is this the only oil I have to change in the entire unit? 3b. I need to place a 32:1 ratio of 2 stroke oil? Will any 2 stroke oil work? And does that mean 1 part 2 stroke oil to 32 parts of 91 octane gas? 3c. I read I need to check my chain. What do I need to look at, or check on/about the chain? 3d. Where is the air filter? Im assuming just make sure its clean, or replace it if its not able to be recleaned(k&n). 3e. I was also read to keep an eye on the plug. Well what does one recommend there? Just your basic make sure the plugs are good? What is the gap on the plugs? What plugs should I use? And where are they found on the unit? 4. I read I should do a compression test on my unit. Well first do I use a standard car compression tester? And also how do I do a compression test? Never did this before. I know some of this stuff is pretty straight forward if I just look at the unit I should be able to find it easily. But sometimes things are easier to just read and know than to go hunting. I appologize for any questions I may have overlooked the answers for. But I really did search for answers to all my questions. Im just getting a final answer to all I guess. I have a fair share of tools. I may not have everything out there, but please share with me info on special tools I may need. I've been researching for the last 2 hours.
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