2006 ski doo gsx 800

[peter]

Just got a 2006 skidoo gsx 800 for a steal of a price. Needs top end rebuilt, What pistons should I go with? Besides motor problem the sled is very clean.

 

[snowbuff]

If it were me, I'd go with stock. Just keep in mind that it takes a while, 400 miles or so, for the chrome rings to seat in. But thats just me.

 

[gigakessler]

Stock BRP pistons are too expensive. MCB performance www.mcbperformance.com has single ring or dual ring drop in replacements that come with everything you need for 1/2 the price.

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[dab102999]

Second gig on this one. I used the two ring set up on my 01 800 and really like them. Those 800's have a lot of "desiged slop" in the pistons and I thought the dual ring would provide more support. Also how many miles on that thing? make sure to check the crank out real good since you are already that close.

 

[peter]

The crank will be checked out and regreased. Also new seals will be put in.
Did you guys use the caged needle bearing?

 

[dab102999]

Yea a lot easier to deal with. Cant remember the exact number of needles that need to come out of the old ones, somewhere around 21 or 25. If you don't have a service manual and are doing this yourself get one. Worth every penny. Make sure when you take the old pistons off you count your needles.