FX-1 Buying a used Factory B-Pipe, what else do I need?

[swapmeet]

Ok good news! I'm 90% sure i'm getting a complete Factory Pipe setup for my FX1.
But its used...

So, heres my questions:
What do I need?

Obviously i'll need new jets, does anyone know what sizes they provide or suggest?
Is there a special manifold gasket I need or is it just a generic gasket?

Anything else?


I'm super stoaked about this... :Banane09: i've been wanting one of these since I got my ski.

 

[special fx]

You're going to need need a rev limiter mod of some sort or it will hit the limit constantly with the pipe.

 

[driftmaster]

You're going to need need a rev limiter mod of some sort or it will hit the limit constantly with the pipe.

Or the pump mod.

 

[swapmeet]

You're going to need need a rev limiter mod of some sort or it will hit the limit constantly with the pipe.

What would I get to acheive this?

 

[mademan9]

msd enhancer

 

[SJBrit]

You can also hack the stock CDI to increase the rev limiter, but it's been a long time since I've seen a thread on that. Perhaps someone else can point you to a good thread.

 

[oxnard111]

what you need is more money because its all down here from here... you're gonna want to keep modding.

 

[driftmaster]

You can also hack the stock CDI to increase the rev limiter, but it's been a long time since I've seen a thread on that. Perhaps someone else can point you to a good thread.

Save yo $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

what you need is more money because its all down here from here... you're gonna want to keep modding.

true dat

 

[Gainera2582]

Get an enhancer or a protec cdi.

 

[dbredleader]

Keefer mods stock cdi's. PM him, he does it right. I'm sure others do on here as well. A cheap alternative to A/M CDI

What chamber do you have, or are you getting?

 

[swapmeet]

Save yo $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

What do you mean by this?
Don't spend on a A/M box or don't spend on having one modded?

From the reading I've done the ATR EPIC box looks nice and reliable, but a little pricey.

Anyone have any info on the jets and where to get gaskets?

Should I just estimate what jets I'll need per my mods or go with a suggested setup from the mfg.

 

[SJBrit]

What do you mean by this?
Don't spend on a A/M box or don't spend on having one modded?

AM ignition can make a big difference, but your original question was about what else you needed to do in conjunction with yoir B-Pipe. It's a good idea to raise the rev limit, which all AM ignitions systems will do. However, if you wanted to sane some money, and all you are looking to do right now is to raise the limit, then you can modify the stock CDI. If you can afford AM ignition then go for it.

 

[chriselmore_1]

i will have a protec cdi for sale pretty quick here. prob after labor day weekend

 

[swapmeet]

AM ignition can make a big difference, but your original question was about what else you needed to do in conjunction with yoir B-Pipe. It's a good idea to raise the rev limit, which all AM ignitions systems will do. However, if you wanted to sane some money, and all you are looking to do right now is to raise the limit, then you can modify the stock CDI. If you can afford AM ignition then go for it.

This is great info, thanks for the clear response.

i will have a protec cdi for sale pretty quick here. prob after labor day weekend

Shoot me a PM with what you'll want for it.

 

[chadetroit]

145 main 1.5 turns out
120 pilot 1.75 turns out
95 gram spring for popoff

got these from another member the other day when I was buying his SJ pump. This is the carb set up he had with his FX and B-Pipe

 

[Big Kahuna]

Ok good news! I'm 90% sure i'm getting a complete Factory Pipe setup for my FX1.
But its used...

So, heres my questions:
What do I need?

Obviously i'll need new jets, does anyone know what sizes they provide or suggest?
Is there a special manifold gasket I need or is it just a generic gasket?

Anything else?


I'm super stoaked about this... :Banane09: i've been wanting one of these since I got my ski.

Gaskets.

61x exhast Manifold Gasket - QTY 1
Manifold to headpipe gasket - QTY 1 (This is the same as a stock Kawasaki 650 manifold to headpipe gasket)
3/8" id Waterline to plumb up your water lines.
3/8" thru hull fitting for the bypass line off the pipe.

Possible new silicone coupler for the expansion chamber to headpipe connections with Large Hose Clamps.

 

[swapmeet]

145 main 1.5 turns out
120 pilot 1.75 turns out
95 gram spring for popoff

got these from another member the other day when I was buying his SJ pump. This is the carb set up he had with his FX and B-Pipe

Gaskets.

61x exhast Manifold Gasket - QTY 1
Manifold to headpipe gasket - QTY 1 (This is the same as a stock Kawasaki 650 manifold to headpipe gasket)
3/8" id Waterline to plumb up your water lines.
3/8" thru hull fitting for the bypass line off the pipe.

Possible new silicone coupler for the expansion chamber to headpipe connections with Large Hose Clamps.

 

[Big Kahuna]

She can deliver a box to me any day of the week!

 

[kkosche]

That 122mm pump is pretty hard to hook up w/o a Factory Pipe. Can't imagine it getting any better with a factory pipe. I'd suggest forgetting about increasing the revs, and focus on fixing the pump first. Kawi 140 or Superjet 144. Lots of threads debating which is best, etc. Otherwise you most likely just be blowing more holes in the water, all be it faster, with your new factory pipe.

I messed around quite a bit with the 122 (multiple intake grades, ride plates, impellers) before stepping up to a 144. Then I added the factory pipe. From all my research the Factory Pipe coupled with a larger pump are the two best mods for an FX1. Huge difference . . . but again I would suggest pump first, then pipe.

Enjoy the journey.