SX/SXi/SXi Pro sea doo 951 in an sxi

[emachines]

This is my first project ski. I am looking into putting a sea doo 951 engine into my 95 750 sxi. I am wondering if anyone else has done this, and would like any and all input on doing such a project.....how it worked out for ya ?, problems you ran into ?...etc,etc.

All input would be greatly appreciated.
thanks

 

[snowxr]

Major PITA. It's been done once, but wasn't easy or cheap. From what I remember it didn't work well, and got parted out shortly after completion.

 

[emachines]

Well I am looking to build up my sxi, do you have any suggestions as to what would be a good engine and set up ?

 

[sxipro02]

dasa, go big or go home lol.

honestly you will find that the sx hull is more of a issue than the motor. If you just want speed then the kawi 750 is fine, just build it up. If you want freestyle then I would honestly consider a different hull. The kawi hull is a tank and not designed to be flipped or tossed around as easy as a sj or aftermarket hull. If your considering motor swap money you might want to look at the for sale section, there have been quite a few nice skis lately for about the same price as a motor swap. Ive got a ton of money tied up in my ski trying to get low end kick and its just not going to happen...

That being said, I am amazed at my top end of my current setup, thats where the kawis shine, 1/3 throttle and above is sweet.

 

[kevbo]

If you want to go fast for cheap then install an 1100. If you want more thrust a larger pump is needed too.