{"product_id":"rear-pto-side-connecting-rod-kit-for-sea-doo-sportster-720-1996-2000","title":"Rear PTO Side Connecting Rod Kit for Sea-Doo Sportster 720 1996-2000","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear PTO Side Connecting Rod Kit for Sea-Doo Sportster 720\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rear PTO side connecting rod kit is built for the Sea-Doo Sportster 720 and delivers the bearing, rod, and related hardware needed to rebuild the rear PTO cylinder's connecting rod assembly for 1996 through 2000 model years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rear PTO side connecting rod kit for Sea-Doo Sportster 720 personal watercraft restores the rod assembly that links the piston to the crankshaft on the rear PTO cylinder. It is intended for riders and mechanics rebuilding a 720 engine in 1996 to 2000 Sportster models. The connecting rod kit for Sea-Doo Sportster 720 supplies the components required to bring a worn or damaged rear PTO rod back into service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear PTO side connecting rod kit for 720 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes rod, bearing, and thrust washers for reassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined for correct rod length and crankpin fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-treated steel construction for high-rpm durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the rear PTO cylinder position on 720 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered as a direct replacement for the factory rod assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003efor Sea-Doo Sportster 720 (1996-2000)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-end and bottom-end engine rebuilds on 720 powered Sportster models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a scored or seized rear PTO connecting rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine crankshaft service on 1996 through 2000 Sportster 720 boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShop and DIY rebuilds of 720 two-stroke engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear PTO side connecting rod kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear PTO cylinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e720 two-stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1996-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can I install this kit without splitting the crankcase? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, replacing a connecting rod requires the crankshaft to be removed and the crankcase split, so plan on a full lower-end service. Have the crank inspected and trued by a machinist before reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this kit service both cylinders? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, this kit is for the rear PTO side connecting rod only. If both rods need replacement, order the matching front side kit as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51065627279446,"sku":"OO1C08280","price":174.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_9e958b4a-caa0-4fd3-9abf-6180fd4d83c3.jpg?v=1794394672","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/rear-pto-side-connecting-rod-kit-for-sea-doo-sportster-720-1996-2000","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}