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  1. michael950

    Checking top end, what to look for?

    When checking the top end of a ski, what do you look for? Same thing on the reeds?
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    Silicone Coupler Suppliers

    Anyone know where to buy the FPP style silicone coupler material?
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    Reed cages and spacers - why?

    OK, so I know the purpose of reeds... What I can not figure out is what the reed cages are (rather why you would want replace stockers), and why the need for a spacer... Anyone?
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    Footstraps - Dakine Foot Straps

    Footstraps are used by some as an alternative to footholds, but most riders who use footstaps use them for their surf stance. Yamaslut posted a great way to install them and I have posted his photos below, details can be found in the Yamaslut 1997 Freeride Ski Build Thread. More resources in...
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    What is the deal with salesman today...

    Went to my local dealer today to find out about my hood (I will get to that later). I told the salesman that I had a 2005 SuperJet, which I have had less than 1 year, and the paint was coming off the hood. She said, so you have a jet boat. I said "no, I have a SuperJet Personal Water Craft, it...
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    ADA head install

    Anything in particular I need to know about when I install the ADA head? It purchased a girddle kit so will be going that route. Instructions say no head gasket or gasket sealer... any worries about squish?
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    MRD Mechanical Fuel Injection

    Major props to Prem1x for this info. Christian has an MRD mechanical fuel injection system on his blaster, check out his build thread. Sweet ski. Prem1x's yellow B1 resto For MRD Mechanical Fuel Injection: Replacement parts, instructions doc: PWCT: MRD Injection Check Valves...
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    Hydroturf

    How to turf a ski
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    Turfing a Scissor Stand

    I wanted my first experience with turf to be on something that would not matter if I roayally f'd up, so I turfed my scissor stands. Here is the write up: Turfing Scissor Stands: 1) Materials Needed Hydro-turf Utility knife with a new blade Coarse sandpaper (I used 60 grit) Mineral...
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    Factory Pipe thread sealant

    What thread sealant (type of sealant, not a specific brand) does FPP use on the manifold for cooling (barb)?
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    Blaster hood repair - thanks FedEx

    So I bought this hood from a guy on ebay. Paid 35 + shipping. You can tell fedEx dropped it, so what else is new... Anyway, to repair this should I file out the crack, fill it with expoxy resin (404 type stuff) and then glass over it? This pisses me off as this is a brand new, never...
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    Electrical - Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and specs

    If your ski will not start, these threads will assist in the steps to troubleshoot and diagnose your problem. Since there are many different variables you may not find your specific problem, but they cover the initial steps. They are long reads, but they are the initial steps that one must...
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    Pressure Testing

    Pressure Test - Reasons, procedure, etc. Pressure test - DIY fab kit
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    Total Loss Information

    How to fix and foolproof your MSD Total Loss system
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    Caravan - San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP) to Pismo Beach

    OK, now I know American flys into SBP (and found the airport) any rides to the beach?
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    Recommendations for next mod...

    Trying to decide the next step. Currently I have a 2005 SJ and the following parts: Installed: Solas 13/16 -3mm WetWolf FS cone Bored nozzle Worx WR-201 intake To Install: B-mod Advent CDI Carb rework: -pull brass plugs over adjustment screws -remove choke -install primer...
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    Pismo Caravans - LAX to Pismo

    Who can pick up peeps from LAX to the pismo ride? Wife and I may fly, but need to get to Pismo. Would hate to have to rent a car. 1) Need ETAs to LAX to schedule flight arrivals (wouldn't want 11PM arrivals with 2.5 hr drive?) 2) Return trips also needed (pismo to LAX) or an alternate...
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    Turfing my boat, need 3M feedback

    Can anyone tell me how the 3M self adhesive turf holds up? Is it as good as the HT cement or Dap Weldwood contact cement?
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    Hood Seals

    Most riders swear by the Yamaha stock hood seals, but a less expensive aftermarket option may be on the horizon. That is if it holds up the the abuse tests the x-h2o QC surf sluts are performing. Superjet Hood seal? Hydroturf hood seal
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    Shipping a ski

    Here is some information about shipping a ski: Probably the first place you want to go: http://www.freightquote.com and http://www.forwardair.com Also try Unishippers. Make sure to research and check out other peoples experiences: how to ship a complete ski? shipping a ski. shipping a jetski...
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