1of500
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A little 97 spx motivation for you
A little 97 spx motivation for you
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RESTO 1997 SPX "Titanic" Build
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Nice!! Yah this warm weather has me realizing I'm way behind where I should be. Luckily though after next week I'm down to once a month travel until July. It's sooo much easier spending 1-2 hrs a night vs cramming in a ton of work on sat/sun with all other commitments.
I did fire up another ski in the driveway yesterday which really got me motivated!
Lots of little things done this weekend. Engine mag assembled with new seals and o-rings, rave housings & starter cleaned and prepped for paint, exhaust tip installed, R&D nozzle polished. I did get steering connected and it was a little stiff so will be ordering a new cable.
Also ordered a new GPS speedo gauge that should fit the hood according to specs. Worst case it will be installed in the hull.
http://www.speedhut.com/gauge/GR2-GPS-05/1/GPS-Speedometer-Gauge-80mph
Customized it a bit also. Really wanted the yellow faceplate but with my stock 97 colors I didn't know how it would look next to white gauges. They will add silicone to the face to make it more water resistant but faq states they'll replace electronics for life of they quit.
Scott ordered one also so we will be the guinea pigs. I know everyone thinks speedo is useless on a ski but I like it, especially if it's actually accurate!
My gauge:
Also ordered a new GPS speedo gauge that should fit the hood according to specs. Worst case it will be installed in the hull.
http://www.speedhut.com/gauge/GR2-GPS-05/1/GPS-Speedometer-Gauge-80mph
Customized it a bit also. Really wanted the yellow faceplate but with my stock 97 colors I didn't know how it would look next to white gauges. They will add silicone to the face to make it more water resistant but faq states they'll replace electronics for life of they quit.
Scott ordered one also so we will be the guinea pigs. I know everyone thinks speedo is useless on a ski but I like it, especially if it's actually accurate!
My gauge:
Oh no. I've already been through all this. That is not the way to get a GPS speedo, I'really wish you guys would have asked. It's all right here... http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...ied-X4&usg=AFQjCNEHMOT7lI9-O9Wiu8XVwZw9Y1HTog
The candoo with a stock gauge is the way to go.
The candoo with a stock gauge is the way to go.
Matt did you try it after they sealed it or just returned it?
No I tried it after I sealed it. It's just as bad as it ever was. As far as I could tell they just dabbed silicone on the hole where the wires came out the back(same as I did). If it rains in the next county over that gauge beads up inside lol.
The good news is that it's still on the ski and it still works. Luckily it dries out and comes back every time.
The good news is that it's still on the ski and it still works. Luckily it dries out and comes back every time.
Haha, OK thanks for the heads up. In their FAQ it says u can request them to put silicone on the face when they assemble so I did do that. I'm gonna roll the dice and see what happens. This way you can say I told you so, lol.
I won't harass you about it. Maybe mine does not have the silicone under the glass like that.
The other thing with the Speedhut is finding a location for the sensor and having to drill a hole for the wire and another for the switch.
The other thing with the Speedhut is finding a location for the sensor and having to drill a hole for the wire and another for the switch.
AdamXP800
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Lots of little things done this weekend. Engine mag assembled with new seals and o-rings, rave housings & starter cleaned and prepped for paint, exhaust tip installed, R&D nozzle polished. I did get steering connected and it was a little stiff so will be ordering a new cable.
Also ordered a new GPS speedo gauge that should fit the hood according to specs. Worst case it will be installed in the hull.
http://www.speedhut.com/gauge/GR2-GPS-05/1/GPS-Speedometer-Gauge-80mph
Customized it a bit also. Really wanted the yellow faceplate but with my stock 97 colors I didn't know how it would look next to white gauges. They will add silicone to the face to make it more water resistant but faq states they'll replace electronics for life of they quit.
Scott ordered one also so we will be the guinea pigs. I know everyone thinks speedo is useless on a ski but I like it, especially if it's actually accurate!
My gauge:
I'm just wondering why you went this route? I pulled up the site and first thing I see is "Gauge is NOT waterproof"
Wanted to try something different and some reviews said it worked well in other Powersport applications plus has lifetime warranty on the electronics. Can always put on a four wheeler or something if it doesn't work out on a ski.
Yes, they said they would cover the electronics if something happened. all other parts of the gauge have a 5 yr warranty. You guys really don't want us to try these out!
I had actually planned on taking apart and seeing if i could cover all electronics in silicone, but that apparently will void the warranty.
I read through everything on their site and talked to someone Monday on this. They don't think there will be any issue with the added silicone when they assemble as long as it isn't sitting underwater all the time.
Here is from their FAQ:
Q: Are your gauges waterproof?
A: "Speedhut gauges are water resistant but not waterproof. Upon request, we can add silicone underneath the edge of the bezel, which will help keep water out. We offer this service at no extra charge. If you decide to order with us online, you can write in Order Notes at checkout that you would like silicone added to the gauge.
We've had many customers purchase our gauges to be used on motorcycles, boats, snowmobiles, and other outside vehicles. As long as you keep the gauges out of inclement weather (like leaving your vehicle out in the rain) and keep direct contact with water as minimal as possible, the gauge should operate great for you. The only complaints we've received from our customers is that the glass tends to fog in cold weather.
In addition, our gauges come with a lifetime guarantee, so that if they do stop working, you can ship them back to us, and we will repair them free of charge. "
I don't care if you guys use a Speedo. I just personally think it's a waste. Given changing water conditions (near me waves, chop etc....) you'll be fast, slow, or some where in between. As long as the tears run out of the back corners of your eyes your moving fast enough.
Ok, I'm about to rebuild my stock pump and install a Solas XO. I'm curious as to what you guys think about swapping for the big hub RFI pump instead. From what I've read it's a poor man's skat and adds a noticeable difference on bottom end which is what I'm really after with this ski.
Opinions? Also, what's a fair price for a very good condition RFI pump with stock prop?
Opinions? Also, what's a fair price for a very good condition RFI pump with stock prop?
1of500
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I would buy a housing rebuild it and put in the prop for your application. Matt can probably help you with prop pitch
Many of the big hubs out there actually came from a 717 powered ski. The props in those are way off pitch obviously. It's very common to have some vein damage so look for that and avoid a pump with it. The thin plastic around the hub likes to crack also, especially if there was salt use.
On the RFI pumps you have to tap threads in and install a fitting for the water supply to the engine. I have had 59-60mph skis reduced to 57ish with those pumps but the bottom end improved greatly. I would send the impeller out to skat or impros to add a little pitch and then you would probably be able to pick that top speed back up.
Most of us here are deal junkies and we want to steal one trying to sneak through ebay. Those sellers usually don't even understand what pump damage is or looks like though so it's a crap shoot. If you find a good one from a trusted seller it's normally around $250.
On the RFI pumps you have to tap threads in and install a fitting for the water supply to the engine. I have had 59-60mph skis reduced to 57ish with those pumps but the bottom end improved greatly. I would send the impeller out to skat or impros to add a little pitch and then you would probably be able to pick that top speed back up.
Most of us here are deal junkies and we want to steal one trying to sneak through ebay. Those sellers usually don't even understand what pump damage is or looks like though so it's a crap shoot. If you find a good one from a trusted seller it's normally around $250.
The big hub pumps use smaller diameter nozzles. Be sure to get those too.
Thanks Matt. Pump and nozzles on the way.
I keep running into more and more parts to paint. Painted mag cover bolts and rotary cover bolts along with raves.
I did find one way to make painting the bolts easier, assuming you aren't painting after assembly. Since my RV cover is polished aluminum I could not paint after assembly.
I found that regular drinking straws work perfectly for most bolts and the wife had some larger "wine" straws for the RV cover bolts. Much quicker that taping off threads and let's you hold them away from yourself while painting. I just stuck the other ends in a potted plant to dry.
I'm sure the reg hex bolts will need a touch up after being torqued.
I did find one way to make painting the bolts easier, assuming you aren't painting after assembly. Since my RV cover is polished aluminum I could not paint after assembly.
I found that regular drinking straws work perfectly for most bolts and the wife had some larger "wine" straws for the RV cover bolts. Much quicker that taping off threads and let's you hold them away from yourself while painting. I just stuck the other ends in a potted plant to dry.
I'm sure the reg hex bolts will need a touch up after being torqued.
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glsmohio
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Where did you get the purple paint?I keep running into more and more parts to paint. Painted mag cover bolts and rotary cover bolts along with raves.
I did find one way to make painting the bolts easier, assuming you aren't painting after assembly. Since my RV cover is polished aluminum I could not paint after assembly.
I found that regular drinking straws work perfectly for most bolts and the wife had some larger "wine" straws for the RV cover bolts. Much quicker that taping off threads and let's you hold them away from yourself while painting. I just stuck the other ends in a potted plant to dry.
I'm sure the reg hex bolts will need a touch up after being torqued.
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