Lost on motor build...

[MxStandUp715]

Well I have been cruising through this site as well as PWCtoday to learn as much as I can about motor combos and set ups before posting this thread. And I have learned a lot so far, but now it is time to get a little more specific.

I am in the planning process of building a freestyle boat out of a SN SJ hull ( :beerchug: Thanks Wydopen!) that is lacking a powerplant and electronics and a few other odds and ends. I dont have the hull yet, but I figure why not start my homework now. I have been wrenching on kawi's all my life and this will be the first Yamaha motor build. So, I am looking for any input on a good setup for some basic wave riding and flatwater as well. Im not the richest kid in the world so I am trying to keep my costs as low and efficient as possible.

Starting from scratch here...with no idea where to go...:feedback:

Thanks ahead for any input. When I can scratch the dough together and get some space, I cant wait to get this build goin!

 

[Crab]

Go with a limited setup (pipe, prop, ignition), keep it simple.

 

[WFO Speedracer]

Go with a limited setup (pipe, prop, ignition), keep it simple.

I see a lot of guys going with setups that are way more than they need or are capable of handling,take Crabs advice,you can always upgrade later after you have mastered what you have.

 

[MxStandUp715]

Go with a limited setup (pipe, prop, ignition), keep it simple.

Awesome, thanks. Another thing I have no idea about is the differences/similarities in the 62T and X cases. Or what model years they will mount up to. Im sure there is already a thread on this subject and will do a search on this one as well.

 

[SuperJETT]

62t cases are preferable, but 61x is good too
701 would be my target, but if you find a good deal on a 760 get it
B pipe would be preferable, but there are quite a few pipes that work well also

I'd shoot for a complete engine from a reputable seller so you aren't piecing things together and missing parts.

 

[Crab]

This is my limited.

 

[MxStandUp715]

Very cool pics Crab.

Superjett, how often do you see complete engines from a reputable seller? Anyone in general on here?

 

[WFO Speedracer]

This should give you some idea on what can be done on a basically stock boat,

http://www.x-h2o.com/threads/40155/post-544091#poststop

 

[tom21]

x-scream has em in stock I thought? surprised Radney hasn't jumped in here yet, he must be slackin!!!!! :jester: :twak:

 

[MxStandUp715]

Paging X-scream.....And what do you guys think of buying off E-bay? I have nto really trusted it, especially with a motor. But, if it were someone from this site that was reputable that would be awesome.

Like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Yama...003QQitemZ130238966357QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

 

[PancakePete]

Paging X-scream.....And what do you guys think of buying off E-bay? I have nto really trusted it, especially with a motor. But, if it were someone from this site that was reputable that would be awesome.

Like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Yama...003QQitemZ130238966357QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

http://www.xmetalworks.com/contact.html
727-442-7700
there is a bunch of great motor builders out there.

 

[Idok]

if y ou are new I'd go with Jett's advice:

find a stock 701, add a pipe, prop, head, intake grate and footholds......there are TONS of DIY mods for a superjet as well..

 

[wydopen]

ive got a motor i could set you up with too for relatively cheap...as long as u dont put footholds in the ski..hahaha

 

[MxStandUp715]

ive got a motor i could set you up with too...as long as u dont put footholds in the ski..hahaha

Really? Awesome...:headbang:

Now what is that you have against the footholds? haha Becuase I was thinking of throwing some in....:sneaky:

 

[wydopen]

Really? Awesome...:headbang:

Now what is that you have against the footholds? haha Becuase I was thinking of throwing some in....:sneaky:

nothing i like to give these guys a hard time..(you need them for flatwater freestyle )...yea i have a 650case with a 701cyl.milled head .its a good motor..its been sitting for a while..get th ehull ready first then we can see if u need it...you would probally need a aftermrket exhaust to get it to run decent..you might be better off finding a stock one with stock exhaust to keep the cost low

 

[MxStandUp715]

nothing i like to give these guys a hard time..(you need them for flatwater freestyle )...yea i have a 650case with a 701cyl.milled head .its a good motor..its been sitting for a while..get th ehull ready first then we can see if u need it...you would probally need a aftermrket exhaust to get it to run decent..you might be better off finding a stock one with stock exhaust to keep the cost low

haha got ya

Right on. Then I will cross the motor bridge later on down the road. But will keep my eyes peeled for a stocker.

 

[ChrisGooch]

x-scream has em in stock I thought? surprised Radney hasn't jumped in here yet, he must be slackin!!!!! :jester: :twak:

I've had a great experience with team scream/x-metal. Great work, strong communication and support, before and after the purchase. Only downfall was the wait. If they have them in stock, its a no brainer.

I'm a newb, and am confident in saying that I suck. Now, in addition to not being able to ride very well, I can barely hold on... All I know is that arm yank=fun. For me at least... Do what makes you happy. If you want power, go for it....

 

[MxStandUp715]

I've had a great experience with team scream/x-metal. Great work, strong communication and support, before and after the purchase. Only downfall was the wait. If they have them in stock, its a no brainer.

I'm a newb, and am confident in saying that I suck. Now, in addition to not being able to ride very well, I can barely hold on... All I know is that arm yank=fun. For me at least... Do what makes you happy. If you want power, go for it....

I'm a noob to man. So I appreciate your input!