KingdomSeeker
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Hi.
New to the forums. Picked up a very clean '97 HX that has been in dry covered storage since 2008, for FREEEEE. I don't know the history of use, so I am starting from scratch on getting this thing in the water. I am familiar with Rotax engines (Aprilia's), so I know their ability/reputation. I took the HX home last night, thoroughly cleaned it inside, it had a lot of blackish mold/oil inside the engine compartment (doubt anything is blown or leaking, just looks like normal coating).
Any suggestions on what else to check other than the basics, just to get it started? I has hoping it was going to be large enough to turn into a fishing rig, but appears it's more of a fun one seater, so once it's running I may list for possible trades or sale.
In the pics below, I was wondering what would go into the Styrofoam slots, which is in the front right area of the hull. I am also interested in putting gauges in, Ebay had one that had fuel, batt, oil, temp alarm but not sure if it is actually the right one. There's no rust on any of the clamps, connectors, pipes, shafts...; which is strange since it came from Louisiana and is now in Texas. Currently, the HX has blank inserts in the cluster. Also, someone put a Kawasaki throttle cable assembly on it and I don't have the cushion for the triple clamps area. Don't want to bust my face open.... Any input is welcomed and Thanks in advance!
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New to the forums. Picked up a very clean '97 HX that has been in dry covered storage since 2008, for FREEEEE. I don't know the history of use, so I am starting from scratch on getting this thing in the water. I am familiar with Rotax engines (Aprilia's), so I know their ability/reputation. I took the HX home last night, thoroughly cleaned it inside, it had a lot of blackish mold/oil inside the engine compartment (doubt anything is blown or leaking, just looks like normal coating).
- Checked the spark pugs, very fouled. I think they removed the oil injector, but need to check. Suggestions?
- Checked the spark plugs, very fouled, will replace.
- Sat since 2008 in storage, so fuel was left in and I will be cleaning the carbs, fuel lines, and fuel filter. Will drain the tank obviously and try to run some high octane with BG Products cleaner.
Any suggestions on what else to check other than the basics, just to get it started? I has hoping it was going to be large enough to turn into a fishing rig, but appears it's more of a fun one seater, so once it's running I may list for possible trades or sale.
In the pics below, I was wondering what would go into the Styrofoam slots, which is in the front right area of the hull. I am also interested in putting gauges in, Ebay had one that had fuel, batt, oil, temp alarm but not sure if it is actually the right one. There's no rust on any of the clamps, connectors, pipes, shafts...; which is strange since it came from Louisiana and is now in Texas. Currently, the HX has blank inserts in the cluster. Also, someone put a Kawasaki throttle cable assembly on it and I don't have the cushion for the triple clamps area. Don't want to bust my face open.... Any input is welcomed and Thanks in advance!
![IMG_20170705_171225.jpg IMG_20170705_171225.jpg](https://www.seadooforum.com/data/attachments/32/32537-39b1f809976326ba07666a1d53e97ca7.jpg?hash=ObH4CZdjJr)
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