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    Oil Pump removal/bypass how to??

    I remember a while back there was a thread on how to bypass the oil injection and go to premix. I can't seem to find it now! :( Does anyone have a how to on this?? It's for a 787 motor if it matters. My XP already had it done when i bought it. I'm eyeballing a challenger with the same motor...
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    WTB: 1996 Challenger Bimini top

    I'm hopefully buying a 1996 Challenger in the next few days. Unfortunatly it doesn't come with a bimini top. And i'm trying to avoid the $$$ of a new one. PM me please if anyone has one they are selling that will fit mine. Thanks!!
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    JRE Sponsons. Anyone use em??

    Kinda ordered these on a whim, since i hate how horrible my XP turns in the water. Anyone have any experience with this brand...
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    How to climb onto a Ski in the water, without it tipping??

    So my buddy and i were taking turns on the tube the other day, and i got tired of going back to shore everytime we wanted to switch out. So i tried hoping off and having him climb on in the water to take over driving. It was damn near imposible!! We both tried from the back, and both sides...
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    Beaching, and Keel-Shield...

    So a buddy of mine at work has told me abou tthis product called Keel-Shield. He uses it on his bass boat, so when he beaches it, he won't scratch up the bottom. But it's pretty expensive!!! (See link) Has anyone tried this? I do beach mine alot. Usually when i go with friends, we are...
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    What do trim wings do for ya?

    Just curious what the benefit of trim wings are?? http://ad-discountperformance.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1510&zenid=3cf9dda56f8067eea100319407efee22
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    RAVE blow-by question for ya...

    So i removed, disassembled, inspected and cleaned my RAVE valves. Completely removing all pieces, replaced with fresh gaskets, and replaced the O-ring on each cause it had hardened significantly. My reason for doing all this is because when i did a quick inspection earlier in the week, i...
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    How to/What type of paint to use on pump area?

    I've got a few spots on my pump area where the black paint has flaked off. And since i'm mainly saltwater, i'd like to touch it up to minimize corrosion effects. I'm assuming i can't just sand it down and hit it with Krylon, cause i'm sure the water flow will rip it right off as soon as i hit...
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    Changing fuel lines, is air ok??

    Gonna upgrade from my OEM grey fuel lines this week. Obviously i'll have air in all the new hoses untill fuel gets flowing. Is it just a matter of turning the engine over 'till it sucks up the fuel?? Or do i have to "prime" them some how?? Thanks!!
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    How do i pull out my old gauges??

    I'm replacing my broken VTS and Speedo on my 96 xp. Due to how tight it is up inside there, i can't get a good grip on the big plastic nut on the back, to loosen it up. Any tricks to make it easier?? Also i plugged in my new (used) VTS gauge. I haven't started it, but i put the key in and it...
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    Dropped a spark plug under the engine...

    While putting in fresh plugs today. One fell outta my hand, rolled outboard of the exhaust, and i believe went under the engine. I reached under best i could from the front of the engine, and couldn't get it. Other then rolling around and being annoying, are there any dangers wiht it being under...
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    Question about anti-rattle "cone" instalation

    I recieved my "anti-rattle cone" that goes on the end of the jet drive. I'll probably replace tomorrow. I have two questions. 1) it calls for a couple different types of loc-tite. One for theill screw, and one on the cone itself where it mates to the pump housing. Do i have to get those exact...
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    What type of footwear?

    Just curious what type of footwear, if any, do yal wear on your PWC? I've been looking a round cause i'm thinking my sandard flip-flop attire will prob be gone the first time i fall off. So i'm thinking some sort of sandal with a heel strap. Any suggestions?? zappos.com has alot of nice...
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    Fuel smell normal??

    Just purchased my 96XP. I have noticed a decently strong fuel smell under the seat. Everything is bone dry, and no signs of any leaks or marks to show ther aver was any fuel leaking. Is this normal? I don't think it's the exhaust i'm smelling, cause even after days of not being ran, it still is...
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    Greases, lubes, etc...

    I'm curious if i'm required to buy the "sea-doo" brand greases and lubes (I.E. for the steering linkage, and external type of lube stuff) of do yal have any suggestions on equivilant stuff i can pick up for Advance auto/Home Depot that is just as effective. Along with that.....I'm going to...
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    Just purchased a 96 XP. Have a few questions..

    I went and test drove/purchased an extremely well kept 96 XP. It's in beautiful condition. Got the whole package with extra goodies, for $2000! Only thing that doesn't work are the gauges. The warning lights work fine. But none of the readouts work. Thsi wasn't a deal breaker to me, but i'd...
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    Looking at a 96 XP with re-built motor...

    Hey everyone!! I'm new to the forum, and hopefully going to be a new Sea-Doo owner by this time tomorrow!! I rather impulsively decided two days ago that i am finally gonna get a pwc. I've wanted one my whole life, and decided i've finally earned it!! I looked at one today, and i'm going...
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