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[zhawg]

I just purchased a 2000 challenger 1800 with twin 720 roatax engines, 2 x 85 hp.
when the challenger is left in the water overnight, it starts to take on a bit of water, causing the bilge to come on to empty it. is there a fix for this? thanks

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[thumper]

there are a number of reasons for this - i assume there are no obvious holes in the hull below the water line?

the drive shaft seal may be leaking - or the drain plug 'o' rings may be missing -
check inside engine compartment next time its on the water - the leak may be so small to see with just a cursory glance but you didnt specify

two further things - the bilge pump if running for a long time will obviously stop your boat from filling completely and damaging engine and electronic components - they also drain batteries!

best solution - keep it on the trailer if you can - if you cant or dont want too - id the leak and get a dealer to fix it if you cant do it yourself

DO NOT RELY ON YOUR BILGE PUMP TO EMPTY YOUR BILGE - THEY OPERATE VIA A FLOAT SWITCH AND ARE NOTORIOUS FOR GETTING DIRT FROM THE BILGE INSIDE THE SWITCH AND NOT SWITCHING ON.

[LandLord]

Jet-Boats should not be stored in the water while not in use; especially for days on end.