95 Xp & 94 Spi

[95xp-dooster]

Hello,

I just
Recently purchased a 1995 XP & 1994 SPI, my questions are, I was told by the service people who winterized my skis that I needed new motor mounts in the SPI (said it was going to $800) is that about the correct price to have these $22 parts installed, or are they trying to screw me?

Also the XP runs, compression is about 135 on each cylinder, but they said the engine races, and I should replace the motor. Just wonder what the experts think on this.

Should I try to get these ski back to top shape, or cut my loses and try to sell them for a newer ski? I thank all who have any feed back on these questions.

[JayZ]

if you are mechanically inclined in the least, changing the motor mounts can be done in less than an hour. very easy to do. $800 is way out of line. the engine racing is a different story. compression sounds good. sounds like you might have an air leak somewhere causing the ski to run a bit lean. depending on where the leak is will determine the cost to fix.

[95xp-dooster]

Thanks for the info. They said that the crankshaft was pulling in air. Glad to hear the motor mounts should be something I should be able to do on my own so with wife doesnt bitch at spending more money on the toys!

[JayZ]

not sure i would trust them if they are wanting to charge you $800 for replacing the motor mounts.

[95xp-dooster]

I agree, thanks for all the input on this. I hope to get out on the water soon

[gargoyle725]

I have done the mounts on my 95 xp I have very limited mechanical skills with a buddies help (that knows nothing) it took about 2hrs.

[95xp-dooster]

I really appreciate all the great feedback. This is my first ski, only took it out once so far, but I am hooked now. This is a great site for info and help.

[gargoyle725]

learn the motor mounts you will break them again if you ride it.