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Hey guys, been a busy spring & summer with kids graduating and moving about but have found time to get some time on the skis. I found this on CL that has sparked an interest but uncertain on the year and motor size. Anyone know? Figured a late summer project since I have plenty of spare parts...

Gathering parts to rebuild the SPX 657. I purchased two OEM pistons off Ebay from different sellers. Part number for both are 290 887 062 (two over) but one has a green dot and stamped 78.45/2054a and the other has a red dot and stamped 78.44/2054b. Why the different sizes with the same part...

It's been a boring winter with no project....though I look daily. Two weeks ago I found a 94 SPX that a local guy had stored in a barn and for $200 (no trailer) decided to save it. Cosmetically and electronically it's fine but like most of my rebuilds the motor is toast. Fortunately, like...

Trying to break-in my 95 XP 720 that I rebuilt over the winter. The past two times out it will run fine (varying throttle 25-30%) and riding 10- 15 minutes and coming a shore to let it cool. After a break 10 minute break it will start and idle but dies immediately if I provide throttle. Comp...

Not sure if this is appropriate to post but I thought I'd present to this to the forum family. I recently picked up 97 SPX with the intent of using the trailer for my 95 XP rebuild - long story. PO was a local older gentleman who used it sparingly. Well after a few weeks I decided the Load...

The winter project is over! Late last summer I picked up a 95 XP for $300 from a local kid….the ski had been neglected but was itchin for a project. Rebuild included: New rebuilt crank. Top end w. WSM pistons (I know not the best but within budget) Full Bore did the bore work. I compared...

95 XP 720 Did a rebuild yesterday on the OEM starter - new brushes and cleaned communicator. Bench tested and ran smoothly with bendix engaging. Installed but the bendix engaged only few times and quit engaging. At times when the bendix did engage it would turn slowly. The plugs are out and...

Morning guys, I was hoping to fire up the XP yesterday after the winter rebuild but was bit by the electronics gremlins. The 5 amp fuse blows immediately once I hit the start button. The starter engages and turns for a brief second then the fuse blows. Based on my research it sounds like the...

I need to replace the o-ring on the fuel/water bowl, part # 275500090. I found a few online but don't care to wait since I was hoping to add some petro this weekend to see if my winter rebuild was successful.....been too long! Anyone been able to find a suitable 0-ring at the local auto parts?

I picked up a spare 140 jet pump from a 94 XP/657 that is in better shape than the jump on the 95 XP w. the 720 that I am restoring. The impeller on the 94 pump seems to be in better shape but the pitch is 15/20.5 opposed to the 95 which is a 10/22. Will I see a performance issue (good or bad)...

Hi guys, I am needing one M8x90 flange bolt for my 720 cylinder install. I have tons of other bolts that I have acquired during my rebuilds and would gladly offer some in return for the above or to pay a fair price and shipping costs for one M8x90. Thanks.

Ok, working on my winter project that I picked up a few weeks back and need to do a repair on the hull. As seen in the pic the gelcoat is missing in front and under the right sponson. Damage is approx. 5"x2" and depth at the lowest point is under a 1/4". The fiberglass is solid. The more...

I know there's some nicer seat covers out there but looking to keep within budget on the 95 XP rebuild plus it's for my kid. Anyone use this buyer/material for a seat cover replacement...

Anyone have any suggestions on hood clean-up? badly sun faded. Thanks.

This time last year I purchased my 1st ski (98 GTX RFI) and joined the forum and had the opportunity to hook-up with some wonderful members who provided support and guidance with the rebuild. One of the members, RacerXXX (aka Dan) told me early on that the hobby was a sickness. Well, now I...

I was out today and the ski (98 RFI) ran like a champ for 35 minutes, came in for a break and went back out and it went into a bog/limp. The 12 V Low message flashed several time when I went to restart. Tested the battery while running the it was jumping from 9v to 13.8v. Pulled the new...

Like the title states it's going to be a long weekend. I continue to have bog/limp issue with my 98 rfi after 5 minutes of running on the water. Runs like a champ then the dreaded bog. Here's the history: Rebuilt motor late last summer - new crank, pistons, injectors, OSD rectifier. Did...

Morning guys. Need some advice on my ETX 16L battery specs. I recently took the battery to Advance Auto for a load test (was off the Tender for 5 days) the counter person indicated that the CCA were 373 (opposed to the stated CCA of 325) voltage 12.49 and that the battery was defective. I...

Hi guys. I seen some previous posts on the CanDooPro but was wondering if anyone owns one and could provide some insight on the unit. I have a 98 GTX RFI and have considered purchasing. Tough expensive, I feel that I could always recoup some of the expense if I ever sold it. Thanks.

Hi guys, looking to purchase a battery maintainer for the winter months and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. I m considering the Battery Tender Junior - Amazon has it for $22. Any thoughts? Thanks.