Refurbish or Part Out 96 Speedster

[warthogwon]

I need some opinions on whether to rebuild this boat or part it out.

I've acquired a 96 Speedster with the dual 787s. It's got a very nice hull, but the upholstery is shot. It has one of the 787 motors, but everything on the exhaust side has been taken off and is laying in the boat. The other motor is MIA. It has 1 of the 2 pumps. The MPEM is there, but I do not have the key, so I don't have any way to test it.

So what to do? I already have a Challenger 1800 that is my family boat. If I were to rebuild the Speedster, I'd likely bring it down to my family's beach house in Mexico and run it down there and use the 1800 here.

Anyone know of a way to test an MPEM without a DESS key? If the computer is shot that pretty much tells me to part it out. If it's good, will the MPEM from a dual 787 Speedster work in a Challenger 1800? Maybe I should keep the MPEM as a backup. If I were to rebuild, I'm guessing the best method would be to look for a PWC with the same 787 and transfer over the engine and pump.

 

[Dr Honda]

There isn't an easy way to test it. Your best bet, is to put a battery in it...and go to the dealer, and have them try to program a key. (you will need one anyway) If the BUDS system will talk to it... there is a high probability that it will be OK. Just make sure to tape up any loose wires. As you know... the MPEM is fragile, and a short will end it quickly.

 

[LouDoo]

I hate to tell you this but I passed on one of these last year. Had one good motor one bad, the guy wanted $800.00 and probably would have taken less. Both motors ran but the original had low compression. Anyway adding everything up, new motor new interior I decided it wasn't worth the time and money. BTW, it's still for sale. So I would part it out.

Lou

 

[Guest_User]

wow, that boat is a mess! part it out...