well looks like I have started my jet jon project with a dud engine.
I purchased 2 1995 Kawasaki 900zxi off craigslist for $400.
One of the skis has a beautiful hull and one had what i was told, a running engine!
So i figured $400 for......
2 pump assemblies
2 ignition control boxes
2 stators
2 sets of gauges and controls
6 carburetors
and a complete running engine wasn't a bad deal.
But with compression of 80psi PTO cylinder, 80psi center cylinder and 60psi at the front cylinder....looks like time for a rebuild. Luckily enough the cylinders are not scored and the head domes are still in great shape
Do y'all have any tips on doing a rebuild?
Do i need to put any type of silicone between the case/cylinder gasket?
What are some brands of top end rebuild kits that i need to stay away from?
What kind or ring compressors are y'all using?
When honing the cylinders.....what is the FINAL stone grit i should use?
i know someone is going to say "check out greenhulk" but id like y'alls input.
thanks in advance
I purchased 2 1995 Kawasaki 900zxi off craigslist for $400.
One of the skis has a beautiful hull and one had what i was told, a running engine!
So i figured $400 for......
2 pump assemblies
2 ignition control boxes
2 stators
2 sets of gauges and controls
6 carburetors
and a complete running engine wasn't a bad deal.
But with compression of 80psi PTO cylinder, 80psi center cylinder and 60psi at the front cylinder....looks like time for a rebuild. Luckily enough the cylinders are not scored and the head domes are still in great shape
Do y'all have any tips on doing a rebuild?
Do i need to put any type of silicone between the case/cylinder gasket?
What are some brands of top end rebuild kits that i need to stay away from?
What kind or ring compressors are y'all using?
When honing the cylinders.....what is the FINAL stone grit i should use?
i know someone is going to say "check out greenhulk" but id like y'alls input.
thanks in advance