Recent content by mada500

Just to follow up, replaced idle control valve. Initially thought it fixed the problem as had a couple of runs with idle correct. Today, idle is back in the 2300 range. Darn it. I think the high idle and slow start/turnover are related. When idling correctly, no issue at all starting...

Interesting dsm. The Solenoid was definitely bad as starts perfect now with a new one. I did notice a loose connection on original solenoid so maybe this was my slow start issue. Oddly enough, rpm’s seem to be normal now but need a good day on pond to know for sure.

Checked ICV and was very clean. After a few years of slower and slower starts, finally did not start at all this weekend at the end of the day. Just a single click. Put a screwdriver across solenoid and turnedover right away. Assuming this is one of my issues. I did notice one of the wires...

Great diagram. Thx.

Thanks for great suggestions. I don’t imagine it’s mechanical as the rpm’s are always perfect on start. Will look at it this weekend. Is there a test or way to clean idle control valve? Or just replace and hope for the best : ).

Have a 2010 Speedster. When cold starting, rpm’s are normal around 1700. When she warms up, idles around 2100-2300. Have a delayed start issue too when warmed up but not sure if it’s related. Any help would be great.

Lol. You were right, oil sensor fixed the problem. Thanks for input.

Thanks. Curious, did yours show any problem codes when hooked to computer? Yeah, I thought $300 was steep.

Thanks for all previous advice...always very helpful. I have a 2009 Sea-Doo speedster with 50 hours. Starts fine but when you throttle, oil light comes on and constant beep. I limp back to shore. Checked oil, it’s fine. At dealer, they say no codes appeared. Asked if I wanted oil presssure...

Think I struck a rock on launch. Just wondering any opinions on how bad this is and what’s involved in the repair.

Thanks everyone. Picking up a good marine battery. Advice here is awesome.

Thanks so much. So is there a difference between starting/marine/deep cycle and marine deep cycle? We never really run stereo or anything with engine off as we are on a small pond up east. Main drain will be a lot of starting as tubers get in and out.

Looking for some advice. I have a 2009 sportster 155 that needs a battery. I can’t seem to find a lot of consistent advice for the type of battery. Some say deep cycle, others marine, and others marine/deep cycle. Just wondering what the right one is? Any advice greatly appreciated.

Thanks Gordo. My delay can be 1-3 secs I guess. The slow turnover worries me more sometime. Battery is 2 years old. Test good with an analyzer, but just barely in the good zone. Might just pick up a new battery next season anyway.

Hey Everyone. Awesome forum. I have a 2009 Speedster with 40 hours. Sometimes when I start, it goes straight away. Other times, there is a delay when I press start and the engine is very slow to turn over. No rhyme or reason as to when the slow start. Might be at the beginning or end of the...