Couple clarifications: Is this a '98 XP or an XP Limited? Also if you did the test did the carbs hold pressure. Get a 2022 personal watercraft or SWITCH now with these amazing financing and coverage offers. No, look at the picture in post #10, his is a 1997 XP, not a 1998, not a Limited. !. They take the motor out and send it to a company in Florida and get a rebuilt motor. Had to have a top end done. Click here to visit the web site. It's $98 to diagnose the problem, $98 per hour labor, $127.01 for each fuel injector (60E-13761-10-00) and $4.37 for the O-Ring ( 60E-14147-00-00 ). It's like driving a new boat without the expense! If it is only going 10-20mph at high RPMs that sounds like cavitation. Hello, Thank you for allowing me to assist you, my name is ***** ***** I will be happy to assist you with your concern today. You should experience variable speeds (like speed drops or max speed of 30 mph). Because life's more fun on the water! So it sounds like the carbs and accelerator pump have to come off. Especially, in regards to the service history? JavaScript is disabled. I'm thinking something might be stuck in the fuel filter? It may not display this or other websites correctly. It's now! Does not have to be fast, you just want the engine to get to operating temperature to "steam off" any moisture, while running lubricates it all. Then tried to WOT and there it was. Did some jumps rode around for about an hour then it wouldnt idle. Replaced all the fuel lines, rebuilt the carbs, new oil tank, new fuel filter. We picked it up from the dealer Saturday and took it out for the first time Sunday. I found a local guy to do the top end for $1100. check out the. JJinSC Well-Known Member May 17, 2020 #2 No. Bossatsleep2 4 yr. ago. 2021 Spark 3Up 90HP won't go over 5mph My girlfriend and I just bought a 2021 spark 3Up 90HP. Bleed the system. Try pumping the throttle in slow increments to get past big. Unfortunately it did involve pulling the carbs out again. i have a 98 seadoo bombardier xp, just bought it We need to know what the rpms are doing in the water. After 13 hours of use now we are only getting 45 mph out of it. L Loganc Recruit Joined Jun 12, 2013 Messages 4 Jun 12, 2013 Jet skis have an average top speed of 50 mph, but can go 65 mph. (It also gets rid of this banner!) : "http://www. . Re: 1995 seadoo GTX won't go faster than 10-15 mph. I know it limits itself during the break-in period. After getting out into the river it just wouldnt go I realized something was wrong. There is only one 1998 XP and it is the "Limited" which is just a marketing term. He started and ran it on the trailer and said after the fogging oil burned off it ran fine. Weather is nasty today anyway! It revs up and the RPMs climb but the ski doesnt move above 5MPH. And your dealer should be ashamed of themselves for charging you $40 when your ski is under warranty. You can also get the engine warm, cut the ski off and work the throttle 20-30 times, then try starting it back up, if it starts without having to hold the throttle wide open the accell pumps are not working. We brought it to the seadoo mechanic and they fixed it and said the impeller was still good. Switched users on the fly, and it stopped accelerating above 10-15 MPH at full throttle. 1998 GTX LIMITED ran for 20-30min then died from 4000 rpm. What color are the fuel lines? Took the covers off the rave valve and one of them has a lot of oil under it and one does not. All Material Copyright 2009 Watercraft Superstore. I like doing it while running but if you check it without running, run it for about a minute before to make sure the fuel system is primed and full. How would you do it without running? what else could be wrong with it i should look for? Hopefully, I should be back in the water by next weekend. Secondaries aren't fully opening in the carb 2. The year it went from the 787 (110 hp) to the 951 (130 hp). Looked like the spark plugs were wet, so I waited 30 minutes, then tried it again. But it was going to be around $2000 at the dealership. 2008 Speedster 150 Supercharged WOT RPM and Speed. Before I really bite the bullet and take it in for a $$ service, was hoping someone could HELP!!!! It was stored covered in a heated garage. I was just having the same problem with my wife's ski and thanks to all the great suggestion from guy's on here I got it figured out. If that tests ok, Primary area of concern if you do not want to toast the engine, is the fuel delivery system and using the right oil. When was the last time they were rebuilt? I suspect those "couple of dings" are a bit worse then you imagine. Actually once you have the airbox off you can just feel for the nozzle, then work the throttle a couple of times and see if it wets your finger. (i also have the learning key) Anyway, i called my dealership this morning and they have no idea why it is not letting me hit the 60 mph and getting the full power. I just pulled the pump out of my 97 GSX. What they found was one of the cylinders had lost compression. Its brand new had 0H0M when put into the water. We hung around the marina for a little then headed out into the river. SeaDoo Year 1997 Boat Model Other Boat Length PWC Apr 12, 2017 #1 My jetski ran fine for a few hours yesterday, then suddenly lost power. If it clears and goes, this could be your problem. Won't go over 30mph. However the impeller looks good so I just ordered a new wear ring and also a pump oil change kit. i cant imagine losing a whole 15 mph due to altitude. Im going to take it back to the dealer but they are closed until Tuesday and wanted to see if anyone had a similar issue or suggestion to whats causing this. Well, on the GTI 90 2018, yes, the computer controls the break in period. It was running great on the trailer when I was done in October. 1997 GTX Sea-Doo normally hits top speed at about 60 mph haven't had it out for a couple years and now it hits 40 mph and dies down almost as if there's a governor on it. Help! Went out twice last weekend and ran like a champ for several hours each day. a 787 single motor and just had the wear ring replaced and got it to lake rev up fine but once in water it will not go over 10 mph . It was the plugs. After 13 hours of use now we are only getting 45 mph out of it. First time in the water this year and wont go over 5mph. Cobra Jet Steering: Think CJS for the BEST Jet Boat Steering mods and EZ Locks. Like I said earlier mine was easy to get past the flat spot when the accelerator pump was not working and would run fine all the way to 60mph. We also make numerous special model specific steering systems for various versions of Yamaha jet boats that offer a lot more than just improved steering at the dock . It may not display this or other websites correctly. It wont go over 10 miles per hour in water. Had to get a new top end. If you want to increase your defenses against a broad range of things that can go wrong, consider a bilge float and bilge alarm/indicator, and possibly more bilge pump power. Any idea what is going on or what to start looking at? Membership allows you to ask questions (no matter how mundane), meet up with other jet boaters, see full images (not just thumbnails), browse the member map and qualifies you for members only discounts offered by vendors who run specials for our members only! Resolved, I ordered a new OEM wear ring, greyish purple from, 2018 Seadoo GTX 155 (75Hrs) Only Goes 40 Mph. /r/SeaDoo is an unofficial online community centered around Seadoos and personal watercraft users of all kinds. Any ideas on things to check? I have also gotten under the machine and the impeller and wear ring still look brand new so im not thinking it is anything mechanical.. Any help is appreciated. key or ECM issues - A 2-second beep every 15 minutes interval: Engine management system or iBR faults - A 2-second beep every 5 minutes interval: Low fuel or fuel sensor issues Was a compression test done? It could, water cannot compress so the first thing should always be to pull the plugs and crank with them out to clear the water. Wonder whether you have changed the fuel lines yet, to save future problems. Well-Known Member. See promotions. It's always worked great summer, after summer. The regular key was only allowing it to go in the 40s (can't recall exactly) and we took his ski to the dealer and they reprogrammed the key and he was able to get full speed out of it again. i know there was a recent recall on the jet ski. Good luck. Could be worth looking into. You are using an out of date browser. I actually have a thread open on that other forum as well, figure the more the merrier. Anything below 120psi and it is rebuild time. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Did you receive any transfer of knowledge. I have done all the basic maintenance and winterization myself, hasn't been into service since I bought it (bad idea, I know, was trying to save $). okay I sill start with the list of replacements. The wear ring was in pieces, completely shattered! JavaScript is disabled. We don't email you SPAM, and the site is totally non-commercial. Replaced all the fuel lines, rebuilt the carbs, new oil tank, new fuel filter. Strangely enough my neighbor bought a Wake edition and it didn't lock him. This is why we tell everyone that a proper winterizing process is vital. Dead Battery. I attached a picture and can add more if needed. All the small engine work I've done over the years I would assume it needs a carb cleaning. how do the springs and guillotine look? They don't even mess with doing a top end anymore. When the engine will rev full rpms and the ONLY problem is lack of speed/bite/hole shot, this indicates cavitation, the most common cause of this is impeller and wear ring damage - check for gouges, cracks, bent, etc to wear ring and impeller, check pump housing not . I saw a similar issue on an older GTI 155 (I think it was a 2008). This is where all my problems were at. 07-22-2013, 12:23 PM #4 MattL While in the no wake zone I noticed it wouldnt really get going. Any idea what is going on or what to start looking at? Using a mirror look down the throats of the carbs as you squeeze the throttle. You should be under warranty, and spent a lot of money with them. For what it's worth, I have a 2000 GTI and I had a simular situation happen to me. im not an expert and hopefully someone else will chime in, but is the pump still sealed correctly meaning maybe it came loose? Always glad to help! #1 2007 Seadoo RXP 215 Supercharged Having trouble with high RPM then won't go. I run my seadoo 2 stroke questions by. Also, replace inline oil filter. 2012 seadoo wont go past 40 or 6000 rpms 05-23-2018, 06:29 PM . No there is no hole, just a bad picture at night. I also noted that during the first 5 minutes starting from cold state, it will not go faster than 5 mph but you should be able to go faster after 5 minutes. Would not go past 20 mph. I found a couple of fuel injectors online, one being an Accel universal injector for $82.68 and a Holley universal fuel injector for $99.19. I don't know very much about engines. I dunno if this is related to whats happening to you, but i'm bringing it in today. In fact, it was it's debut that year. I checked nothing was in the intake by the impeller? That one looks pretty clean on the outside. looks pretty similar to mine. which is beter than 30 mphlook at exhaust for small leaks ( motor wont run well on exhaust gas), check intake hoses for boost leak.if its that new try and get another if they cant fix itwhat state are you in ? First suspect would be the wear ring. 95 GTX was going full speed, and has been fine all summer. Another seized motor thread! Please consider Signing Up so that you can enjoy all the features and offers on the forum. "statcounter.com/counter/counter.js'>"); JavaScript is disabled. Any thoughts???? 2000 Seadoo Islandia with Mercury M2 V6 240hp EFI engine Problems! The oil leak turned out to be to be a valve o ring and base gasket according to the guy that did the repair. 1. Did the same after getting it back on the trailer and didnt notice anything either. If the Tuned pipe is leaking severely that can also affect performance. Possible causes could relate to electrical issues like problems with the spark plugs, fuses, battery, wires and connections. I will find out Saturday when I get up to the lake. Just cleaned carbs. Great deal on 2022 models! Hi everyone! Jet boats go an average of 25 mph but can go way beyond that if the water jets are more efficient (around 60 mph). the mystery is solved. Never sat in water. Same in sport or regular mode. I added stabilizer in the fall and Sea Foam in the spring and it seemed to clear up the lines. The engine has been exceptionally reliable since I bought it until last year when the engine wouldn't start after running for 15 minutes or so. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. My girlfriend and I just bought a 2021 spark 3Up 90HP. When you rebuilt your carbs did you check pop off pressure. Where I launched there are not rocks or weeds just fresh water. Select the Sea-Doo you would like to build. Poke around and let me know what you see. There could be many reasons why your Sea-Doo won't start. The first year out, my dad managed to suck up a rock and broke the wear ring. You are using an out of date browser. Were here to help solve your problems, answer your questions, find hard-to-find parts and gear, show off your latest project build, or just talk with other Seadoo and PWC owners about our favorite sport. did you re check the gap of the wear ring after the issue started? My jetski ran fine for a few hours yesterday, then suddenly lost power. Drove 3 miles; when restarted engine sounded like it was revving, put into gear & even with accelerator pedal to floor would not go above 10 MPH, usually staying at 5 MPH for 3 mile trip home. If it is only going 10-20mph at high RPMs that sounds like cavitation. If it did this it probably filled your gas tank with water also. Is that a hole on your weld spot in the Tuned pipe? Test your cylinder compression. a good cleaning might be all they need, but I'm out of my depth on these. scJsHost+ I have no idea what the accelerator pump nozzles look like. It will want to do this if the accelerator pump circuit is not functioning properly. As soon as you give it throttle it bogs out and dies. My 2016 seadoo spark won't go faster than 6 mph. The rebuild kit actually came with incorrect springs so I had to put the old ones back in to get the right pop off pressure. Bought it last year 2000 GTX 951. http://www.seadooforum.com/showthreel-Delivery-Problems-low-revs-bogging-surging. A combination of low pop off pressure and air leaks on the pump side of both carbs. I'd hope they'd give better service. I told him not to store it with fuel in it. Take air box off the carbs. Had this issue on a Yamaha 2 stroke. Strange thing is it started acting like this immediately after launching. JavaScript is disabled. You are using an out of date browser. i'm having a problem with my 2003 seadoo GTX di where it sputters and cant go over 20 mph or 5000 rpm when it's top speed is around 50 mph. Looks like it has been cared for. Take the care now and you'll get a lot more from the craft. The manual says break in period is 10 hours, a lot of people on the forums say 5 hours. I ordered a wear ring this morning. All times are GMT-5. Posted 14 July 2009 - 10:06 AM. One name , 5 us patents 6561858, 6702630, 8425269, 10259552 and 10843778. Jet ski acceleration problems are usually caused by one of the following issues: Low RPM Mode is Active/Learning Key Used. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I have a 1999 xl1200 and I bought it a little over a month ago and it ran alright when i bought it, got it up a little past 50 mph but when i would first start to ride it, it would bog down when accelerating at low speeds, the problem go worse and now it bogs down so much it wont go over 10 mph, I am pretty sure it is the carburetor, I did a compression check and it was 117 in all 3 cylinders . This. He put it in the water and it wouldn't go over 5mph without bogging out. 2000 seadoo challenger 2000 wont take off or rev out. new read more Jeremy R. 5,362 satisfied customers Hello, I have a 1995 seadoo gtx that i just bought, the old Do u have a fb i could swnd u a video and pictures? Happens sometimes on two strokes especially if you have oil injection. It may not display this or other websites correctly. My dad put like 10 gallons of 93 octane in it with some seafoam and star tron and put it away for the winter after fogging. Posted by Anonymous on Nov 03, 2012 Anonymous Nov 04, 2012 "https://secure." 95 GTX was going full speed, and has been fine all summer. I examined the prop and there is nothing inside blocking anything. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Rolls over some times and Acts like the battery is dead but its fully charged, 1995 GTX will run fine only outside the water, Oil and water milkshake from sparkplug holes. Went through the entire machine. JavaScript is disabled. And check the motor mounts. Can i use carb cleaner? this is my first post. So do your research all aftermarket steering systems are not alike. Ok, when I bought my XP in Jan and lake tested it it ran perfectly, I have since then in the last couple months replaced the wear ring and all the fuel lines, I did make certain that the lines were put back into the correct spots, I also pulled 1 of the carbs apart (the FWD one) to check the screens and they were clean, I could not get the aft carb apart to check cause the screws were on too . At some point, I thought my ski had a serious issue but the service at BRP told me that it was normal on this model. Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things! It turned out to be the wear ring, it was pretty much completely gone. There is oil splatter around one of the cylinders. but it would run up to 7000 rpm but after couple minutes it would not. Add that up, and we're looking at shop costs of around $820: Hopefully, it looks and is as good in the hull. . There is noticeable gap on this one but it is no more than it had after the first time I rode it after replacing the prop and wear ring. We have members with boats from all the major manufacturers including Yamaha, Seadoo, Scarab and Chaparral. It may not display this or other websites correctly. I went out riding yesterday, and when i got out it wouldnt go over 20mph, WEIRD. Would not go past 20 mph. Fule lines are the old gray ones but all look clean and are in great shape. Spent the day on the lake breaking in the new SeaDoo when after the first hour all of a sudden the 2018 GTI 90 Base wont go o we 5 mph. Finally, a faulty starter could also be why you can't start your Sea-Doo. Before running it anymore, replace any old gray tempo fuel lines and rebuild the carbs ( sticky how-to is on this forum) . 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