Hey all, looking for input on whether I should pursue a return and replacement of the ski. Or is this not a big deal and happens. I'm new to owning and operating a jet ski, but not new to boating. Please provide your thoughts. Does this thing have permanent damage, or suffer from a big drop in resale value due to the flooded engine compartment?
Overview
I had an extended deck and transducer installed by the dealer after putting a few hours on it, waiting for the parts. After the install and about 45 minutes into a ride the ski threw an exhaust temperature warning and throttle was cut by 80%. Called the dealer from the water and they said something was in the impeller. Tried the iDF but it would not engage with the temp error. Got my little oar out and tried to make it to the shoreline. The little oar pretty much just had me spinning in the middle of the intracoastal. The error cleared after letting it cool down, the iDF engaged and seemed clear of debris. Lots of thrust and churning of water in front of the ski. So waited a few more minutes, restarted and aimed toward the shoreline. The nose came up steep and I realized I was taking on water. Removed the seats and the water was about 4-5" below the top of the motor. I was able to get to the shore, call my wife, call my neighbor with a boat, and they came out with a manual pump. After checking plugs and letting it sit I realized I was taking on water without the motor running. So called Progressive insurance towing (great program) and sea tow came.
Got the ski back on the trailer, hosed out the engine bay, and took it to the dealer the next morning. They further flushed the ski, replaced the battery and connectors. They determined the hose for the exhaust inlet fell off. Probably due to BRP not installing the clamps properly.
So.... get the ski back, this time a ride with my wife, and about an hour into the ride I notice a lack of power at the top end. Also, slight note of fumes when running at slow speed. Decide to turn around and head back. After about 10 minutes the ski dies and won't restart. More fumes and it acts like it's flooded (fuel, not water). Get the little oar out and wind is just pushing us down the middle of the intracoastal. Been there, done that. Wife not happy with my life choices. Finally get it started and aimed to the shoreline with enough thrust to make it before it died again.
Called Progressive, etc. etc. back to the dealer. They said it was related to another hose, fuel line return?
I've put about 6 hours on it since and all seems ok.
Thanks for listening and any input is appreciated!
Vspeeds
Overview
I had an extended deck and transducer installed by the dealer after putting a few hours on it, waiting for the parts. After the install and about 45 minutes into a ride the ski threw an exhaust temperature warning and throttle was cut by 80%. Called the dealer from the water and they said something was in the impeller. Tried the iDF but it would not engage with the temp error. Got my little oar out and tried to make it to the shoreline. The little oar pretty much just had me spinning in the middle of the intracoastal. The error cleared after letting it cool down, the iDF engaged and seemed clear of debris. Lots of thrust and churning of water in front of the ski. So waited a few more minutes, restarted and aimed toward the shoreline. The nose came up steep and I realized I was taking on water. Removed the seats and the water was about 4-5" below the top of the motor. I was able to get to the shore, call my wife, call my neighbor with a boat, and they came out with a manual pump. After checking plugs and letting it sit I realized I was taking on water without the motor running. So called Progressive insurance towing (great program) and sea tow came.
Got the ski back on the trailer, hosed out the engine bay, and took it to the dealer the next morning. They further flushed the ski, replaced the battery and connectors. They determined the hose for the exhaust inlet fell off. Probably due to BRP not installing the clamps properly.
So.... get the ski back, this time a ride with my wife, and about an hour into the ride I notice a lack of power at the top end. Also, slight note of fumes when running at slow speed. Decide to turn around and head back. After about 10 minutes the ski dies and won't restart. More fumes and it acts like it's flooded (fuel, not water). Get the little oar out and wind is just pushing us down the middle of the intracoastal. Been there, done that. Wife not happy with my life choices. Finally get it started and aimed to the shoreline with enough thrust to make it before it died again.
Called Progressive, etc. etc. back to the dealer. They said it was related to another hose, fuel line return?
I've put about 6 hours on it since and all seems ok.
Thanks for listening and any input is appreciated!
Vspeeds
