Type 4 Factory Pipe on stock 61X?

[Super Dee]

Does anyone have any feedback about using a Factory Pipe Type 4 dry pipe on a stock 61x motor? I'm considering one for my '95 SJ but I can't find any information for how well they work with a stock 61x (stock head, stock porting, etc.)

I'm looking for a freestyle/freeride setup. I do realize that the B-pipe is arguably the "best" pipe for me, but I'm looking for something a little cheaper and possibly more available. I don't have the cash for a new B-pipe, and finding a decent priced used one seems to be one in a million.

 

[jet pirate]

The Problem You Have With Running Dry Pipes For Freestyle Is They Are Built Thin. And Dont Hold Up To The Beating !! Usually They Break !!

 

[Super Dee]

The Problem You Have With Running Dry Pipes For Freestyle Is They Are Built Thin. And Dont Hold Up To The Beating !! Usually They Break !!

I was wondering about that too. I've seen many of them that have been rewelded at the upper mounts where it bolts to the head.

I'm by no means a good freestyle rider so I won't be putting it through the punishment that many other people could. But I do want something that will last.

 

[Crab]

The Problem You Have With Running Dry Pipes For Freestyle Is They Are Built Thin. And Dont Hold Up To The Beating !! Usually They Break !!

LOL, properly installed they are fine.

 

[Flat Brapp]

LOL, properly installed they are fine.

X2. I prefer a type 4 over a b pipe and i have both.

 

[Super Dee]

X2. I prefer a type 4 over a b pipe and i have both.

Did you ever try your type 4 on a 61x case by chance???

 

[Gainera2582]

If you have a decent prop(impros hooker, concord 13/16 cutback, swat swirl 12/17), an an msd enhancer, that pipe will be plenty for your motor even at stock compression. Ive ridden type 4 boats that have good low end power, but they are dialed in on jetting and nothing needs to be changed.

 

[Flat Brapp]

Did you ever try your type 4 on a 61x case by chance???

No not on the X case, i will be within the next few months so i can let you know then. On my T case x cylinder i have had great performance, as long as you take your time and align everything properly the couplers last a long time.

 

[Super Dee]

This is all good info, thanks guys. I guess my main concern was the porting differences between the 62t and 61x cases. I figured the Type 4 was probably designed for the t cases and wasn't sure how it would work on the x cases.

I'm running a Solas I series impeller that Impros repitched for me to 13/16. It might not be quite as good as the concord or swirl type impellers, but I can't make a comparison becasue I've never been on a boat with that style of impeller. I've been really pleased with the performance of this repitched impeller though.