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    Challenger 180 vs Speedster 200 510hp

    Which one should I go with (Challenger 180 vs Speedster 200 510hp)? Note, this boat will end up in the sea.... avg. 10 knots windspeed. Also, I have a son who is 2 years old.
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    Seadoo Challenger 180 SE vs Yamaha SX190

    I am currently Sea-Doo 150 Speedster owner, and I am looking for an upgrade in terms of size. I am coming down to between Seadoo challenger 180 vs Yamaha SX190. Though I might be asking the wrong crowd here, but let me know what you guys think...
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    Help! The back seats on my 2010 Challenger 180 SE blew out and are gone...

    While towing I made a fatal mistake and didnt cover it...while towing the two back seats (Portside and Starboard) blew out of the boat and were destroyed...Contacted dealer and those bad boys cost nearly $400 a piece! Does anyone have any suggestions ? Thanks for your time in advance
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    2002 X-20 Challenger w/ 240 Merc

    Ok I've had the boat a couple years and the cavitaion just gets worse. So, after much research I found that I will need the Prop reconditioned, wear ring bored and lined w/ SS and have the stayer fins recondioned. Any Tips on how to get all that stuff off with minimal hassel. I understand...
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    1996 SEADOO CHALLENGER DRIVE SHAFT NEEDED/ QUESTIONS -- Please help !

    Hi, I have a 1996 Challenger.(787 - 800 single engine) I bought it in 09 and have never had it in the water. A pot head / lying ass Seadoo mechanic really screwed me up and over !!! (Did work on the side, not at dealership) Long story short the engine is now rebuilt (Not by 420 man). While...
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    Best impeller for hole shots - Challenger

    I have a Sea Doo Challenger with a single 215 hp engine. My son is 175 lbs and likes to slalom ski, but I have difficulty pulling him up. What is the best impeller I can buy that would make it easier to pull him out of the water?
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    New Owner Grocery List

    Hello All, I just bought my first boat 2011 Challenger 210. I live in Ohio and plan on being on Lake Erie and inland lakes. The dealer gave me a list of sorts to purchase. I was looking for advice/suggestions/best places to store this stuff. 1. A tool box with the basics. 2...
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    1997 Challenger jet pump

    Sooo, I have my 1997 Challenger in at the dealer for winterizing. They called and said they went to change the jet pump oil, and it is full of water. They are recommending removal for inspection, etc. How big of a job is that? I'm not really wanting to pay them if I can do it myself. What...
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    Lean Runaway after Carb maintenance

    Hi All, Recently got the 96 Challenger out for it's first start up after a couple of months to get ready for Summer (Australia). Did the normal prep. Boat was stuck on full throttle, diagnosed the issue as a seized throttle shaft. I'm since removed the carb, fixed the issue and reinstalled...
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    1997 Challenger 1800 - Dead computer

    Hi everyone, My husband and I bought our first boat at the end of July, a 1997 Challenger 1800. We used it about 6 times, and planned to take it out once more before winterizing it. When we tested the starter before we left for the lake it was dead. Nothing happened. Neither engine made...
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    96 Challenger Randomly Dies

    I have a problem that has been going for about a month. 96 challenger (787 engine) will die randomly. Often happens on acceleration, but also happens at cruising speed. No beeps at all, and all I have to do is shift into neutral and press the button, and instantly it fires up. I have changed...
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    Seized Carb Allen Bolt and Sticking Throttle Butterfly Valve - HELP!!!

    Hi Guys, I'm going insane. I have a 1996 Seadoo Challenger with Rotax 787 dual carb. After pulling it out from winter I've found that when starting it up the boat was stuck at WOT. After pulling apart the throttle assembly, found nothing wrong with the cable. I've since decided...
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    Making wraps for Seadoo boats

    I'm going to wrap my boat eventually. Here for your critisisim is my Tropical Seafoam sportster, Tribal yellow and red Speedster designs I'm working on. The originals are 13' high rez. I have no clue how much wraps cost. I figure printing a generic square will cost less than having the company...
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    1998 speedster computer under dash?

    I just bought a 98 seadoo challenger for a cheap price. The guy i bought it from got it in a partial trade for some work he had done on someones house. He never messed with the boat just garaged it and finally sold it. He was told by the original owner that the computer was bad and the mechanic...
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    96 Challenger Bad compression and engine replacement

    Just purchased a 96 Challenger, good looking boat, needs very little upholstry work. Just had (local shop) do an engine check after replacing the old SBT starter that failed after 1 year. The compression check was 120 on Front 160 on Rear. I was told I need a new engine and that the rings or...
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    new boater advice please

    Hey guys I'm a new boater just bought my first boat hear it's a blast.. I gotta 96 sea Doo challenger.. Just wondering if there nething I should know ... Also looking to hear some good important tips to maintaing my boat well:. Ic it's very important... Keep in mind I'm new so explain in dummy...
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    2008' Seadoo Jet Boat 230 Challenger SE 430hp 4sale

    2008 Sea Doo Challenger 230SE is a 23.6 ft long boat with twin super charged Rotax motors 215 Horse Power, total 430 Horse Power. The boats maximum capacity is 12 people. The boat has been garage kept. Boat has been dealer maintained at service intervals and comes with a storage cover...
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    Looking for 1997 speedster parts

    I'm looking for a bimini top and the hope box cover that is located in the rear engine cover. thanks for your help. Chuck 702-553-7377 call, text or email anytime. chuckmennig@yahoo.com
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    Tower shake 230

    Hey guys, I have just bought a used 08 w/ a shaky tower. I have read the threads concerning this and still don't have a definite answer to these couple of questions: Does SeaDoo have a recall on the 08 230? How do you find the front bolts to tighten ? Is this something I can do myself...
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    08 230 stereo upgrade

    Hey guys,I just bought an 08 230 and I want to see what you think the best call to make with what I have presently. I've got the Jensen w/ the four speakers. I have the OEM tower ( that shakes like crazy )I have bought a tower rack with 4 Polk db speakers. I don't know much about stereos or...
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