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[phm122]

Hi again everyone! Just had my first experience on my 1997 Seadoo Challenger, it was great! The water was rough, so we didn't spend too much time out there. I had a couple of questions about the maintenace after bringing the boat out of the water. First of all, when I'm flushing out the engines, there is water coming out of the little handle at the back of the boat, the one that's used for tying on ropes for skis and tubes. Is water supposed to come out of that? I know that sounds weird, but I didn't know that water was supposed to come out of that. The other question I had was defogging the carbs. I used almost an entire can of defogger to kill out the motors. Is that supposed to happen? Am I supposed to spray the liquid in until the engine dies? I thought that it should only take about 10 to 15 seconds for each motor, but it seemed much longer than that. Also that fogging spray isn't cheap, I don't want to spend 7 bucks every time just for that! Any help with these topics would certainly be appreciated.

Peter M

[tiddy82]

Peter,

To answer your first question, the stream of water that comes out near the tow hook is actually some of the water that is cooling the engine. If you feel it, that water is warm. It is very important that water actually comes out of here when the engone is running. If not, stop the boat right away as you could overheat or a line is disconnected.

To answer your second question, you don not have to add storage oil to the carbs till it stalls. Just until you notice a difference in the idle and it gets considerably lower. I usually do not spray constantly, but rather spray a few seconds, then pause, few more seconds, pause. You get the point. All the oil does, is make sure corrosion does not occur and there is no break down of fuel or anything when storing it for a long time. It is good to add some fuel stailizer to the tank too if there is any gas left in the tank.

Hope this helps.

[keviseeb]

Peter,

To answer your first question, the stream of water that comes out near the tow hook is actually some of the water that is cooling the engine. If you feel it, that water is warm. It is very important that water actually comes out of here when the engone is running. If not, stop the boat right away as you could overheat or a line is disconnected.

To answer your second question, you don not have to add storage oil to the carbs till it stalls. Just until you notice a difference in the idle and it gets considerably lower. I usually do not spray constantly, but rather spray a few seconds, then pause, few more seconds, pause. You get the point. All the oil does, is make sure corrosion does not occur and there is no break down of fuel or anything when storing it for a long time. It is good to add some fuel stailizer to the tank too if there is any gas left in the tank.

Hope this helps.

I agree with Tiddy, more is not always better! With respect to the fuel stabilizer if you use 10% ethanol blend use enzyme based fuel stabilizer, we recommend all year but definately during the winter layup. Also keep your tank full as much as possible to prevent condensation and phase separation of the fuel.

Kevin Seeber
Kingsland Marine

[phm122]

Well that's a relief about the water line, thanks very much, I couldn't find that in the manual. I'll remember that for the engine fogging as well.

Peter,

To answer your first question, the stream of water that comes out near the tow hook is actually some of the water that is cooling the engine. If you feel it, that water is warm. It is very important that water actually comes out of here when the engone is running. If not, stop the boat right away as you could overheat or a line is disconnected.

To answer your second question, you don not have to add storage oil to the carbs till it stalls. Just until you notice a difference in the idle and it gets considerably lower. I usually do not spray constantly, but rather spray a few seconds, then pause, few more seconds, pause. You get the point. All the oil does, is make sure corrosion does not occur and there is no break down of fuel or anything when storing it for a long time. It is good to add some fuel stailizer to the tank too if there is any gas left in the tank.

Hope this helps.

[no1stumper]

Well that's a relief about the water line, thanks very much, I couldn't find that in the manual. I'll remember that for the engine fogging as well.


Peter,

To answer your first question, the stream of water that comes out near the tow hook is actually some of the water that is cooling the engine. If you feel it, that water is warm. It is very important that water actually comes out of here when the engone is running. If not, stop the boat right away as you could overheat or a line is disconnected.

To answer your second question, you don not have to add storage oil to the carbs till it stalls. Just until you notice a difference in the idle and it gets considerably lower. I usually do not spray constantly, but rather spray a few seconds, then pause, few more seconds, pause. You get the point. All the oil does, is make sure corrosion does not occur and there is no break down of fuel or anything when storing it for a long time. It is good to add some fuel stailizer to the tank too if there is any gas left in the tank.

Hope this helps.

I agree!!!!!!!!!!! And if you need a manual email me pro_floorz@yahoo.com

[phm122]

I thought I did email you! My email address is pmcneill@pei.eastlink.ca, and I would love the manual. And another question I have (probably one of many)..does anybody recommend a good cleaning product for the boat? The guy I bought it from did not do a very good job cleaning it. There is black crud on all of the grab bars, steering wheel. And all of the seats have what either is mildew or something else. All of the seams also have what looks like mildew, but mildew remover wouldn't do the job. It's black and I can't get rid of it. I tried Spray Nine Marine and I also tried other mildew removers, but to no avail. I cleaned the hull with something called Star Brite Hull Cleaner, and it came out great. If someone could suggest a cleaner for the other, I'd appreciate it.

[no1stumper]

I will send that to you.

As for the cleaning, a good 3m oxidation remover works well with removing spots on the fiberglass.

You can use the mildew removers, you should choose one for marine applications if possible. Either way, be sure to rinse thoroughly after cleaning. You will also want to get some 303 Aerospace Protectant to apply after any cleaning.

I have also found that Simple Green ,Magic Eraser, EpHX Vinyl Cleaner for Boat Seating, and also Knights Marine Spray Nine works well for cleaning the seats.

I can't stress enough about applying the 303. This will protect your vinyl. Do not use any Armour All, ever.

[keviseeb]

I will send that to you.

As for the cleaning, a good 3m oxidation remover works well with removing spots on the fiberglass.

You can use the mildew removers, you should choose one for marine applications if possible. Either way, be sure to rinse thoroughly after cleaning. You will also want to get some 303 Aerospace Protectant to apply after any cleaning.

I have also found that Simple Green ,Magic Eraser, EpHX Vinyl Cleaner for Boat Seating, and also Knights Marine Spray Nine works well for cleaning the seats.

I can't stress enough about applying the 303. This will protect your vinyl. Do not use any Armour All, ever.

Go tour website at www.boatsva.com and look in the tackily named "Ask Mr. Jetboat" section. We have reprinted the recommended cleaning methods directly from the tecnical update manual. One thing is for sure, stay away from chlorine based products on the upholstery as it will degrade the fabric.

Kevin Seeber
Kingsland Marine