yamaha vmax 200?

[imported_jeb]

motor got hot and blew the top right piston. never have rebuilt a yamaha. i plan to replace piston and sleeve. should i worry about replacing all 6 pistons or just the one or any other parts. does anyone have do or don'ts or any advice. i wish that i could just put a new power head on it but money is tight. your advice will be apreciated. thanks

 

[imported_jeb]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

i forgot to add the year. 2000

 

[rodbolt]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

no worries, patch it up and it will blow again.

 

[Ray Neudecker]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

Do it right or you will just be wasting time and money. First, it needs to come apart before making decisions. Now is the time to buy that service manual to start.

 

[JUSTINTIME]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

if u r mechanically inclined and now how to read a mic, go for it with a FACTORY manual

how much is ur time worth

 

[imported_jeb]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

i have rebuilt mercury engine but never a yamaha. if i do it 1200$ if i have some one else do it 4000$.

 

[Ray Neudecker]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

To me they are easier than a Mercury. The factory service manual is a necessity. An 8mm 12 point socket from Snap-On is about the only special tool you should need.

 

[imported_jeb]

Re: yamaha vmax 200?

do i need to consider replacing all pistons or just the rings?