1996 Seadoo GTS 587 Engine -- filling in holes

[mokofoko]

Hi all,
Doing some engine work on a 1996 GTS with a 587 engine--finally got around to removing a few bad bolts which prevented me from getting past the cylinder head. Major corrosion removed, and part of the wall holding the O-ring (pictured) had broken away. :facepalm:

Anyone know what the engine is made of (aluminum?), and/or the best way to go about rebuilding that wall? For the moment, its been filled with high-temp silicone.

Thanks

 

[wfo speedracer]

Just buy another cylinder 587 parts are cheap !

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sea-Doo-XP-...ash=item3616ac4240:g:tgcAAOSw5UZY-Rlq&vxp=mtr

 

[mokofoko]

Just buy another cylinder 587 parts are cheap !

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sea-Doo-XP-...ash=item3616ac4240:g:tgcAAOSw5UZY-Rlq&vxp=mtr

Thanks, but that looks like it would be a lot of work. I'd much rather fix that damage Everything else is fine,

 

[RodInEscondido]

This is not a high-pressure area; do not tell anyone I said it, but clean up and degrease the area and jb-weld may work for you with a couple of build-ups and file-downs.

 

[mokofoko]

This is not a high-pressure area; do not tell anyone I said it, but clean up and degrease the area and jb-weld may work for you with a couple of build-ups and file-downs.

Thanks, appreciate the recommendation--I was actually thinking about that since I had some jbweld leftover from another job. It's strong stuff, but I wonder how long it will last.

I don't suppose anyone knows exactly what the engine casing is made out of? At some point I'll pass this pwc along to a family member, and I'll probably try patching it up with something more permanent at that time.

 

[mikidymac]

It is cast aluminum. You can weld it but in all honesty it is probably not worth the time and trouble. I know most shops would charge at least $70 to weld it and an good used cylinder is the same price. I would just go with the JB weld at the moment if you don't want to spend any money on it. Also the silicone will not seal it.

 

[mokofoko]

It is cast aluminum. You can weld it but in all honesty it is probably not worth the time and trouble. I know most shops would charge at least $70 to weld it and an good used cylinder is the same price. I would just go with the JB weld at the moment if you don't want to spend any money on it. Also the silicone will not seal it.

Ah well, then that saves me from trying to figure out alternative repairs. I guess I'll try jbweld and hope for the best. Thanks to all those who provided their input--its been greatly appreciated