JUSS10
Member
So last week I was posting about my SPI having a weird issue where it would run sometimes and then i would get to the dock and try and fire it on the trailer and it wouldn't run then get home and it runs again.... I think that was a fuel issue and i need to replace all the lines and parts in the fuel system.
That said, compression is low and the last time I got it running it seemed to shake a lot. Turns out the motor is coming loose from the engine mount plate.
With all that going on I've decided to do some overhaul work. So a few questions on this engine. I've rebuilt sled engines and this seems a bit similar. Can I do a top end without pulling the engine from the ski? I know its more convenient on the bench but then I'll need that special alignment tool to put it back in if I'm not mistaken. Just pull the cylinders and run them to my local engine shop for them to measure and let me know what i need as far as bore, correct? Just follow the manual to put it back together? Do i need to run premix for the first tank? I did that on my last sled rebuild.
In relation to the question above, as far as the bolts on the engine to the motor mount plate, is there anyway to tighten those while the engine is in the hull or will I have to pull it anyway to get that those? I know its tight under there just thought maybe a ratchet wrench may fit?
Just looking for some tips. Sorry if any of this is common sense, I did a quick search and couldn't find much info.
Justin
That said, compression is low and the last time I got it running it seemed to shake a lot. Turns out the motor is coming loose from the engine mount plate.
With all that going on I've decided to do some overhaul work. So a few questions on this engine. I've rebuilt sled engines and this seems a bit similar. Can I do a top end without pulling the engine from the ski? I know its more convenient on the bench but then I'll need that special alignment tool to put it back in if I'm not mistaken. Just pull the cylinders and run them to my local engine shop for them to measure and let me know what i need as far as bore, correct? Just follow the manual to put it back together? Do i need to run premix for the first tank? I did that on my last sled rebuild.
In relation to the question above, as far as the bolts on the engine to the motor mount plate, is there anyway to tighten those while the engine is in the hull or will I have to pull it anyway to get that those? I know its tight under there just thought maybe a ratchet wrench may fit?
Just looking for some tips. Sorry if any of this is common sense, I did a quick search and couldn't find much info.
Justin