I have a 2007 speedster 215 hp. The bilge blower pops its fuse the moment I turn it on, everytime. I'm assuming it has seized up as it has not been used for two years. I have the 2007 Speedster shop manual but it doesn't mention rivet size ect.. I have a few questions:
1. What size rivets does Sea Doo use to fasten the bilge blower to the fiberglass? I am planning on drilling them out and re pop-riveting them (I have never used rivets before nor have I removed them). The blower is on the way from the manufacturer which cost me about 1/5 the price the dealership wanted to charge me ($29 vs $130).
2. Do I need to get a new male connector or can I reuse the one that is attached to the current blower? If I need a new one, where can I find that part?
3. Any pitfalls I should be aware of? Am I going about this properly? There is a local boat shop that said they would mount it for me but they wouldn't give me a price so I'm going it alone.
The manual didn't have the information I was looking for and I'm completely new to boating repairs. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks again.
Bryan S.
Member Since 30 May 2011Offline Last Active Jul 30 2011 03:26 PM