a word of thanks

[digtech]

Greetings all, I just wanted to give a word of thanks to all that responded to my questions about rebuilding my 1990 40 hp Johnny. I used a manual but the info gleaned from this site was invaluable. This was my first rebuild and so I was a little apprehensive, but I took my time, used a camera before dissasembly, studied my manual, and asked questions here. The result?, it fired up and ran like a sewing machine on the first turn of the key. Now I'm looking forward to breaking it in and going fishing again.

 

[Bobby D.]

Re: a word of thanks

Nice job Dave. I'm thinking of doing the same. If I may ask what is your background as far as being a mechanically inclined person? Thanks

 

[digtech]

Re: a word of thanks

Hey Dude, I,ve swapped out a motor on a Yamaha Waverunner before, but never tackled a complete rebuild. However, I love getting out to my little shop in the backyard. I asked a lot of questions both here and from the machine shop that did the boring,and the dealership where I ordered my gasket kit, etc. Just take your time, Take pictures, and check and recheck as you go. Actually, I discovered how simple a two stroke engine works and hopefully now I can handle any future problems( knock on wood) that ight arise. But go for it, the satisfaction alone was worth it, not to mention the money saved( about $600).

 

[Bobby D.]

Re: a word of thanks

Dave, Thanks for the encouragement. You said you had to have it bored. Was that because the cylinders were out of round or were they tapered.<br />How much were the cylinders out and how much did you have the shop remove? Thanks again