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Impact screwdriver is what you need like Mikidymac said.

There was a TSB released for the defective 1997 RAVE housings. They need to replaced with 96 or 98+ housings.

Head, pipe, and carbs. I'd leave it stock though and get a 787 XP/SPX if you want to mod one. Will make a lot more power reliably than a 717.

Think the 98 was the fastest since the hull is a hair lighter than the rest (except the 95 XP800). I am running 97 SPX water box in mine because I heard the baffles wont break like the 96s.

Do you need just the pump? (your impeller and nozzles are OK). No a 140mm pump will not fit, you need a 155mm.

I wouldn't trust cheap oil at all, esp for the RV loop

98's are single coil and 99+ models are dual coil. If you mix up the MPEMs or mag cups between the two you will have timing issues.

97 SPX, great ski. Most sought after are the 98 and 99 SPX.

Some do run two different oils. I just use the same in both.

Download the service manual for free online

Voltage regulator

One is for the RAVE solenoid and the other is your pulse line. The service manuals are free online and have a diagram.

Everything is compatible with the 96 XP hull

Probably accelerator pump. The service manual is free online and has diagrams.

How hard is it finding parts these days? - OEM parts seem to harder to come by but there is a ton of aftermarket Any favorite mods to keep them running stronger? Too many to list, depends on your setup Tips on dealing with carbs, fuel lines, or typical weak spots? Would you buy another 2-stroke...

Swap it for a bearing carrier. I remove the carbon seal on all my skis.

Is this a carb model? If so, run the fuel line directly from the reserve pickup to the carbs.

The service manual has a diagram showing the cooling circuit and water flow direction. You should be able to find where your blockage is by following that.

I do, send me a message if you’re interested

Did you pressure test the engine after rebuilding it?