mjbinks

I am going to take the kids out tubing this weekend and have already managed to suck up the bowline a few weeks ago.  Is it possible to suck up the rope while in neutral?  I know there is always water passing through but is it enough force to worry about.  Thanks!  Very paranoid right now.

Hey all,

Picked up a Challenger 2011 180 SE two weeks ago.  First weekend out and I sucked up the bow line (too long, I know now). 

Details:  I hit the throttle wide open from stopped position.  Engine cavitated badly and then all thrust was lost.  Exhaust warning came on.  Shut everything down, let it cool and then restarted and just used neutral power to get my to my trailer. 

I have read enough to know I have to remove the grate and cut out the line.  Problem is, the previous owners likely did the same thing and there is a ton of sealant around the grate and the 5 bolts holding it in place.  Being wary of snapping a bolt (they are really tight), I am taking it to the dealer.

My question, what have I likely damaged?  I am terrified that I pooched the impeller and/or the driveshaft.  If so, easy fix or not? 

Any thoughts and comments are welcomed.

Thanks and wish me luck.

Matt

Hi all,

Picked up a 2011 Challenger SE and have a question:  is there an easy way to confirm I have the 255 HP engine?  I know that seems silly but I need piece of mind as I bought the boat assuming the seller wasn't BSing me. 

Also, have read varying accounts on speed.  Right now I am getting about 45 with 4 people and a full tank.  I can probably get about 47, just haven't let it run that long as I am still getting to know our lake.

Finally, my wife is concerned about the high-pitched 'whine' the engine has.  We have never owned a jet/rotary/supercharged motor so I am wondering what the noise might be.  It sounds like it should be there so not concerned.

Thanks to everyone,

Matt (Chilly Sudbury, ON, Canada)