another problem!!

[masonf24]

I was just messing around in the engine compartment and notice one that the thermosensor on one engine was a lot higher than on the other (the threads were showing). So for no reason i tried to crank it down and ended up snapping the damn thing in two flush with the cover So how important is this thermosensor???? I still want to take the boat out for memorial day, do you think this will be ok for one day????????

 

[kustomkarl]

Oh boy...if it isn't connected it will not be know if it over heats... It shouldn't be a big deal getting it out. If you keep messing with that doo it isn't ever gonna get to the water on the memorial day! You gotta stop messing with it!!:rofl: Try tapping it out with a small punch and a hammer in a counter clockwise direction. Once it starts to turn it will come right out. Take your time and don't pound it...you know what to do if you get in a jam...again...and again...:ack:

Karl

 

[seadoosnipe]

Careful...

Be careful trying to remove that temperature sensor. The threads are aluminum and easy to gouge or strip...
Depending on the condition of the head cover plate, you might think about removing it and trying to use vise grips or the like from the bottom, where you may be able to get a bite on the sensor itself. It will probably break, but no matter, get a drill, put a hole through the sensor, then use an easy out to remove it. I would not try to use an easy out while it's attached to the motor, since the space between the head and cover is only an inch or so.

On the other hand, if you have been running the motor for a while and know it's reliable, not overheating in the past, then I'd not worry about it till after memorial day. But keep in mind, a day on the water may cost you $700 or more if it overheats.

 

[masonf24]

ok guys i am about to say the words that none of you want to hear!!! i took my boat to a dealer today and dropped it off. i know i know but i just feel like i am mechanically retarded!! so i am just going to spend my refund check and pay them to do it right. i hate to give up but i wasn't ever getting anywhere, thanks for everyones help but i am going to have a few questions for yall when they call and tell me why the passenger engine is idling slow and i want your advice on if i am getting completely lyed to. thanks again and sorry to let all the seadooforum handy guys down.:hat:

 

[kustomkarl]

I don't think going to the seadoo dealer is a bad thing. I own a business and can relate to being in business. Some people on this forum, have never owned a business and think they are all rip offs. It is expensive to just open your doors to stay in business these days. It seems like the backyard mechanics have lots to say, but if something happens to the seadoo after the repair, or someone gets hurt, do you think the backyard mechanic will pay to get it right??? NOT!
You get what you pay for usually...if you use a certified seadoo repair shop, chances are they will do a good job and want to keep your business as a customer. I have 12 years experience working in a Kawasaki/ Honda repair center. I was as helpful then as I am now...except I do it for free now...on the seadoo forum.
:rant:

Oh yea keep us posted...sorry about that...I got lost for a minute...:ack: :rofl:
Karl

 

[masonf24]

well that sounds pretty good. i had to end up paying $70 for the sensor since i got it shipped over night. i am going to let you know what they tell me and how long would you think it would take for a experience mechanic to clean the carbs i am thinking about telling them to put that on my tab too. they charge 70 an hour, which i didn't think it was that bad. i did successfully clean the rave valves on my own though!!!!!!!:rofl:

 

[Gunsrunner]

Yep, i agree with Karl, if you are lucky you will get a good shop and all will work out good.
After managing a car audio store for 12 years, i no the difference the workers in the shop can make, we went out of our way to make everything work perfect, and it showed in the business. People would go out of their way to come to our shop, because they new it would turn out better in the long run.
Choose carefuly and do some homework on the shop, after all it is your money they will be spending. One of my sayings "I love spending other people's money".
So ask question and take your time, check with the guys on the forum to see what they think of the repairs offered.
I think it would take me about 3-4 hours to put kits in the carbies x 4, plus a couple of extra. So maybe 6 hours total. 6 x 70 = $320 plus kits $140 total $460 not to bad for pease of mind.
Then again i will take probably take 3-4 days and take my time cleaning and washing and painting, before putting them back together.
Congrats on getting the raves done, not fun hanging upside down in the bilge is it!:cheers:

 

[kustomkarl]

:agree: keep us posted with updates..:cheers:

Karl