Thanks you for all the tips and proper care from the community. I am from WA state and try to ride as much as possible in the winter on the Columbia. February is when I open my ski’s up and hunt for problems that may creep up. I just ordered a bunch of parts that I feel should be or might become a problem for my ski’s this year. As a airline mechanic for a living I strongly believe in and live by quality work, quality of parts, and a good maintenance program is the key to a fun problem free season and ski. I have been told I have one of the best running and looking early 4-Tec’s powered ski’s in our area. 05 Wake and 19 GTI SE 130.
I've removed the intercooler to give it a deep clean, you wouldn't believe how much gunk was inside, i prefer filling it up with antifreeze and reinstalling before summer cause i use my jetski in salt water. Great vid👍
The towing process is different depending on what machine you have. I suggest checking out your owner's manual, as it will have a section in there for towing. If you don't have one, I know Sea-Doo makes them available online on their website. Good luck.
My shop manual says to do a pressure test on the pun any time you have the impeller cap off. You guys seem pretty thorough and didn’t mention that - if there’s no water in the grease when you pull the impeller cap, do you assume the pump would pass a pressure test?
I don’t know what model you have, but there should only be one flush port. Make sure you’re not trying to inject water into the bilge pump drains, of which there are two.
You'll need to take all the grease out and check the integrity of the metal components. If there's any rust or damage, you'll need to replace them. Check for any slop in the system, to check parts that you can't see. If everything looks OK, it's either your 2 rubber O-rings at the back of the pump, or the seal at the front. You should probably replace all of those components if you see water, just to be safe. Also, check that the metal mating surface of the oil seal and the pump isn't scored or damage, as water can seep through there.
Well, two different issues here. We do get on the water, but we although I film lots, I don't feel there's enough captivating video to make a new ride video. They don't seem to attract much interest. So, we're primarily focussing on how-to videos. Lots more of those to come ...
Hey how long do you have to expect the ski to sit idle before it’s prudent to winterize? It’s my first year with a ski and I expect I’ll get out crabbing a few times over the Oregon winter. Or should you do this once a year regardless and it’s best during the lower use months?
Great question. It really depends on use. If you’re using your machine in fresh water, it’s not so critical to rinse/clean the inside of the hull, or to fog the cylinders. You should always keep the tank full though, to avoid condensation from forming in the cool air, and water forming in the bottom of your fuel tank. If your fuel will be used up within 4 or 5 months, it probably isn’t necessary to use fuel stabilizer. We advise checking the pump grease about every 35 hours of use to make sure there’s no water intrusion. Also your oil and filter should be changed once a year. The spark plugs can usually last a few years, but they can get fouled if you fog your engine. Good luck!
@@3ftDeepChannel Thanks for the detailed response and your great video content. I love the mix of practical how-to info on things I’m comfortable doing myself, and the better understanding I get of projects I’d rather have a pro tackle. Much appreciated!
Hi I have a question Im looking on buying 2016 RXP X 300 with 20 hours on it but there’s no proof that was winterized how much damage could that cause I know it has closed loop cooling system but I’m not sure where else raw water goes like Intercooler or purge exhaust . Thank you and I very Appreciate any help.
If there's absolutely no evidence that it was winterized (doesn't own an air compressor, no receipts from the dealer, etc.), then you should assume it hasn't been winterized for 4 winters. There is a decent chance that some damage could have resulted with the exhaust or intercooler (lake/sea water really doesn't go anywhere else). Check the oil after running for a minute or so and see if there's a "milky" appearance. If there is, don't buy it; there's water in the engine. Even if there isn't, I would discount the price assuming some repairs may be necessary. You can check the intercooler for leaks, but I doubt if you'll have the time to do that before you buy it. If you buy it, make sure you check the oil every hour or so for any milky appearance. If there is, change the oil right away and test your intercooler. It would likely need replacing in that case (about US$400). Water can also seep into the pump, so you'll need to check that out too if you buy it. Good luck!
Understood. We do a lot of ocean riding, though where it could be very dangerous to experience a failure. That’s why we make sure our machines are working the best they can. Thanks for your comment.
Thank youfor another informative vid on how to properly maintain your own ski!
Thanks!
Thanks you for all the tips and proper care from the community.
I am from WA state and try to ride as much as possible in the winter on the Columbia. February is when I open my ski’s up and hunt for problems that may creep up. I just ordered a bunch of parts that I feel should be or might become a problem for my ski’s this year.
As a airline mechanic for a living I strongly believe in and live by quality work, quality of parts, and a good maintenance program is the key to a fun problem free season and ski. I have been told I have one of the best running and looking early 4-Tec’s powered ski’s in our area.
05 Wake and 19 GTI SE 130.
Sounds like your machines are in good hands. Thanks for your comment, and safe riding.
Omg that ski loves you guys. I didn't baby my wife that much in my first year of marriage. Ahahahaha, nice job.
We take care of them, and they take care of us. Kind of like in a marriage.
I've removed the intercooler to give it a deep clean, you wouldn't believe how much gunk was inside, i prefer filling it up with antifreeze and reinstalling before summer cause i use my jetski in salt water. Great vid👍
Thanks for the tip!
Can you do a video showing were to install a ball valve on what water hose for towing the Seadoo behind a boat?
Thanks..... love your videos.
The towing process is different depending on what machine you have. I suggest checking out your owner's manual, as it will have a section in there for towing. If you don't have one, I know Sea-Doo makes them available online on their website. Good luck.
I was out riding yesterday on the Fraser river. I just ride mine all year long. Thanks for the video though :)
Hey keep on riding all year round, but keep up on the maintenance and repair! That goes for our neighbours down south, too.
Very good step by step tuto
Please do a how to “un-winterize” tuto
Thanks very much. To de-winterize, all you have to do is put the battery back in. That’s it.
superb guidance . thanks
Thanks for the compliment. It really does help to motivate us to make more videos.
My shop manual says to do a pressure test on the pun any time you have the impeller cap off. You guys seem pretty thorough and didn’t mention that - if there’s no water in the grease when you pull the impeller cap, do you assume the pump would pass a pressure test?
Yes, exactly. If there is a leak in the system, we feel that there will be water intrusion so we don’t bother with that test. Safe riding.
@@3ftDeepChannel Perfect thanks! I got the part specified in the manual, but it is too small, so I’m happy to not bother with it.
Very good and Help full vedio you make .
Thanks for the encouraging words.
Thanks for your videos!
Glad you like them!
My 2016 has a flush port holes on each side. Is one for the inter cooler and the other one is for the exhaust
I don’t know what model you have, but there should only be one flush port. Make sure you’re not trying to inject water into the bilge pump drains, of which there are two.
3ftDeep it’s a 2016 rxp 300 , no I have the two bilge drains as well
Strange. My 2018 intercooler outlet is very small. You couldn’t mistake it for flash port. Check your owners manual to confirm what you’re looking at.
I found a video on here explaining that I do have two flushing holes on my 2016 300 rxp. Thanks for the help as usual you guys are awesome
I didn’t realize there was a difference between the two years. Can you please link to that video? Thanks!
Cool.
Hi, what steps are needed if you find water in the pump?
You'll need to take all the grease out and check the integrity of the metal components. If there's any rust or damage, you'll need to replace them. Check for any slop in the system, to check parts that you can't see. If everything looks OK, it's either your 2 rubber O-rings at the back of the pump, or the seal at the front. You should probably replace all of those components if you see water, just to be safe. Also, check that the metal mating surface of the oil seal and the pump isn't scored or damage, as water can seep through there.
Good day guys is it safe to use liqui moly Marine oil on my 2016 RXPX 300. Or will it damage the super charger?
It needs to be semi-synthetic and meet certain criteria that you can find in your owners manual. If in doubt, just use Sea-Doo oil. Good luck.
Did you manage to get your ski on the water at all? Not to many videos?
Well, two different issues here. We do get on the water, but we although I film lots, I don't feel there's enough captivating video to make a new ride video. They don't seem to attract much interest. So, we're primarily focussing on how-to videos. Lots more of those to come ...
You have to do all of those things each year regardless of the number of hours that you ride?
Not all of them. But we suggest replacing the oil and filter each year, even if you only ride 5 or 10 hours that season.
Hey how long do you have to expect the ski to sit idle before it’s prudent to winterize? It’s my first year with a ski and I expect I’ll get out crabbing a few times over the Oregon winter. Or should you do this once a year regardless and it’s best during the lower use months?
Great question. It really depends on use. If you’re using your machine in fresh water, it’s not so critical to rinse/clean the inside of the hull, or to fog the cylinders. You should always keep the tank full though, to avoid condensation from forming in the cool air, and water forming in the bottom of your fuel tank. If your fuel will be used up within 4 or 5 months, it probably isn’t necessary to use fuel stabilizer. We advise checking the pump grease about every 35 hours of use to make sure there’s no water intrusion. Also your oil and filter should be changed once a year. The spark plugs can usually last a few years, but they can get fouled if you fog your engine. Good luck!
@@3ftDeepChannel Thanks for the detailed response and your great video content. I love the mix of practical how-to info on things I’m comfortable doing myself, and the better understanding I get of projects I’d rather have a pro tackle. Much appreciated!
Hi I have a question Im looking on buying 2016 RXP X 300 with 20 hours on it but there’s no proof that was winterized how much damage could that cause I know it has closed loop cooling system but I’m not sure where else raw water goes like Intercooler or purge exhaust . Thank you and I very Appreciate any help.
I forgot to mention I live upstate NY and we get very cold weather up here .
If there's absolutely no evidence that it was winterized (doesn't own an air compressor, no receipts from the dealer, etc.), then you should assume it hasn't been winterized for 4 winters. There is a decent chance that some damage could have resulted with the exhaust or intercooler (lake/sea water really doesn't go anywhere else). Check the oil after running for a minute or so and see if there's a "milky" appearance. If there is, don't buy it; there's water in the engine. Even if there isn't, I would discount the price assuming some repairs may be necessary. You can check the intercooler for leaks, but I doubt if you'll have the time to do that before you buy it. If you buy it, make sure you check the oil every hour or so for any milky appearance. If there is, change the oil right away and test your intercooler. It would likely need replacing in that case (about US$400). Water can also seep into the pump, so you'll need to check that out too if you buy it. Good luck!
3ftDeep Thank you very much that helps a lot .
3ftDeep Can I just ask you which pump and where is the pump located . Thank you
The pump is the unit that encloses the impeller. It's bolted onto the hull at the rear of the machine. It's where all the thrust is generated.
Where do you get that grease and all the parts at?
We usually get them from lots of different places. So, we collected them together and are selling them through Amazon here: 3ftdeepsports.com/store/
I come dear, I want a rxp2005 jetski, I want to ship it to Saudi Arabia, how much money
We suggest focusing your search on Facebook Marketplace. Good luck.
Or buy a yamaha and have none of these issues.
You need to maintain all watercraft, if you want them to be trustworthy.
I have to admit, I do just very basic maintenance on my older occasional-ride FX140. But I appreciate the thoroughness on a newer ski.
Understood. We do a lot of ocean riding, though where it could be very dangerous to experience a failure. That’s why we make sure our machines are working the best they can. Thanks for your comment.