I plan on installing a block off kit and mix the oil and gas. My oil tank is leaking and I was going to fix it but i saw a post that said you can connect the two lines to each other that go to the rotary?? Can i just get a fitting that will connect the two lines together and then fill both lines full of oil and then connect them together. My other question is will i need to add more oil to the lines and if so how often do i need to check it. Also if i do premix oil and gas do i also need use some type of fuel stabilizer?? What is the best way to mix the oil, gas, and stabilizer if needed.
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1997 GTX oil block off
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Ckrawiec
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Removing the stock oil pump system on a '97 seadoo gtx - WHY? The stock oiling system is quite robust and meters the oil into the carb as required for the skis operating conditions. Going to a pre-mix scenario typically ends up costing you more as you will just burn more oil than necessary as it becomes impractical to try to keep the oil/gas ratios consistent between fueling events.
Why not just fix the leaking tank? Is a seam split or is the bottom grommet leaking? Either condition is fixable with a little effort or a new sealing grommet.
Why not just fix the leaking tank? Is a seam split or is the bottom grommet leaking? Either condition is fixable with a little effort or a new sealing grommet.
Thanks for the advice and quick response. I was told by several people that due to the age of the ski failure of the pump happens and then destroys the engine. Yes it is a seam split and i was working on repairing it. If the oil pump stops working during use can you notice it and get it home without damaging it?
Ckrawiec
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While it is of course possible that an aged oil pump MIGHT fail...the same can be said just about ANY mechanical part at any given moment. These engines spin incredibly fast, so new or old....if something is going to fail, it's going to fail. The oil system is generally reliable though and it has been given a bad rap. Unfortunately, knowing if it going to fail or is failing is a guessing game.....personally, I keep track of the oil consumption and I make sure she "smokes" as necessary (meaning she is burning oil at a measured rate) while operating....for me, so far so good ('96 GTX).
Thanks again. I would prefer to just put the gas in and the oil and let it do the proper mixing. Does the full synthetic oil go bad???? I have a full gallon that the seal has never been broken but i have no idea how many years it has been sitting. I don't want to waste it but I don't want to cause more problems. Any suggestions on how to tell how old it is or just recycle it and buy new??
I understand your dilemma and me being an old two stroke motorcycle guy and, chain saws, lawnmowers, weedeaters, outboards.... and yes a Kawasaki 3 cylinder smoking triple. 
Problem with the oil system isn't just the pump... lots of components to it that can cause problems. The biggest problem I see with eliminating the oil pump is that you want to eliminate the oil tank. I have a ski that leaks oil in the rotary valve area.. that line you want to connect together with "no oil feed." If you have a leak and the rotary valve runs out of oil... goodbye engine. For about $50 you can find a good oil tank. I'd also look at replacing the oil lines going to the cylinders and the oil filter. It is a bit of a pain but if you do that and make sure the pump is set properly you'll have a reliable oil system and you won't have to premix. Premix can be a bit tedious or a down right pain sometimes. Up to you. Your ski. I have two premix skis. - Status
