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Most Reliable Seadoo Waverunner
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If you want a 4-Tec, they as they have great reliability, then get a 2007 and newer to avoid the sodium filled exhaust vales that were in the 2003 to mid 2006 engines. The 155 is a VERY proven engine that can get into the thousands of hours with no major work needed. As far as hull configuration goes, if you get a non-supercharged engine, then you are looking at something like the GTX, GTI, GTR and a few others. The GTX is basically the Caddy. The ride is super comfortable and with the 155 engine, you can ride all day long without needing fuel.
If you want speed, then you are into a 215 and larger as they are Super Charged (SC) engines. I own one of each, LOVE them both. But they are two totally different skis and engines. My RXT-X may get 4 hours of use with moderate respect to the throttle. My GTX can run all day..
If you want speed, then you are into a 215 and larger as they are Super Charged (SC) engines. I own one of each, LOVE them both. But they are two totally different skis and engines. My RXT-X may get 4 hours of use with moderate respect to the throttle. My GTX can run all day..
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Thanks for the input! I have so little experience with 4 strokes it's hard to tell what's what.
Many of us here have good knowledge, simply ask and we will give you good info..
My RXT-X 255 is an 09. LOVE the ski.
Spimothy Leary
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if you want reliable first and foremost,, the 155 model makes the most sense, boring but solid.
personally I wouldn't own a 155 except as a loaner ski.
I'm not a huge fan of the older rxp's myself, just didn't love the way they rode or handled chop and I have a lot of ocean around me here.
personally I wouldn't own a 155 except as a loaner ski.
I'm not a huge fan of the older rxp's myself, just didn't love the way they rode or handled chop and I have a lot of ocean around me here.
What is "older" in regards to years?
My GTX has the 155. It is my wife's ski which is my spare ski as we can not ride together to often. So I agree with Spim. Very reliable.
That is true. I would go nuts with one, but you are right.
Spimothy Leary
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I guess the old models before the T-3 Hull was that 2012?
I've been on the older RXP's, stock and moddel 04, 06 and frankly they were a little worse in the chop than my GP1300r, which really sucked in the chop. (primary reason I sold it). FWIW never rode the RXPX, which I was told had some improvements in the tunnel design, just no seat time for me so I have to take their word that it was better than the older rxp's.
My buddy has the 13 (or 14') with the new hull + ergo seat and I really liked the way it rode, carved like a dream and it really handle the chop well, he can keep up with my 08 TX pretty much no matter what the water conditions are. The guys that had the older RXP's fell way behind once chop went over about 18" they were getting the crap beat out of them and the two of us were still pretty dry and cutting right through the waves.
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My 09 has the S3 hull. I have to admit it can be a rough ride for sure. It is s tough ski as far as jumping and taking abuse, but you do feel the bumps. I ride standing up unless it is smooth cruising.
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Spimothy Leary
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I thought the RXT was the S3 hull and not out until 10'.
hell, i'm not sure, to be honest I never really studied the model changes that closely because I knew it would be a few years before the newer T3/S3 hulls dropped low enough in cost for me to consider one, so in the meantime I have to be content with my model and let those rich people :driving: the new models.
It is, typo. I edited my post.
Here is a blog on the three hull options.
https://blog.sea-doo.com/2012/12/10...l-designs-offering-something-for-every-rider/
https://blog.sea-doo.com/2012/12/10...l-designs-offering-something-for-every-rider/
jahman182
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That made for interesting reading.:thumbsup:
Spimothy Leary
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I've never been on the GTI/GTR hull, but I'd like to compare one vs the others just to see if I notice any difference.
I rode a 2014 ish GTI 130 while I let a fellow member ride my RXT-X. Rode better than I expected and had more power than I expected. We were on glass, so not a good feel of how it is chop.
Hawk388
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For me, after my years of research, I chose the GTR215. I wanted the flexibility of pulling a skier/tube while also desiring the capability of having a stable hull design for fishing.
I've done 55mph across Choctowhatchee Bay and with the VTS, was quite comfortable. I've also been in the Gulf in two foot waves, 9s intervals, with a pretty stable platform for fishing as long as I keep it pointed towards the incoming waves.
I very much enjoy the GTI hull. Can't speak to others since my last ski was a GTI 130 SE. Pretty much the same hull type. But no where near the wow/performance factor of the 215. I wouldn't get the Is version if you intend to primarily operate in salt/brackish water. The corrosion issue makes it a full on bitch to properly care for my GTR215. I'd hate to have to also take into account all the suspension crap with an Is version. Likewise, I wouldn't bother with the self retracting docking ropes or the Ski Pylon. They are known issue areas in salt water riding.
I've done 55mph across Choctowhatchee Bay and with the VTS, was quite comfortable. I've also been in the Gulf in two foot waves, 9s intervals, with a pretty stable platform for fishing as long as I keep it pointed towards the incoming waves.
I very much enjoy the GTI hull. Can't speak to others since my last ski was a GTI 130 SE. Pretty much the same hull type. But no where near the wow/performance factor of the 215. I wouldn't get the Is version if you intend to primarily operate in salt/brackish water. The corrosion issue makes it a full on bitch to properly care for my GTR215. I'd hate to have to also take into account all the suspension crap with an Is version. Likewise, I wouldn't bother with the self retracting docking ropes or the Ski Pylon. They are known issue areas in salt water riding.
realskimania
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My 2012 rxp x 260 runs pretty close to my 16 rxt x 300 with better handling.
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