2011 GTI Limited Recalls

[cbsmith]

I picked up a 2011 GTI Limited 155 this weekend with only 54 hours on it and in mint condition and runs great.

I just found out that there has been a couple of recall issues for this ski, the front cover cracking and also for a faulty timing chain. I looked at the PDF for the timing chain and my serial number falls into the range of issues.

Is there any way I can tell if the timing chain has been replaced? Or does anyone know if it wasn't if Sea Doo will cover the repair for free still? I guess I will be heading to the dealer tomorrow to find out but figured I would ask here first. I'm hoping that it was either done already or could still be done or free.

Thanks

 

[DavesNotHereMan]

I have a 2011 GTI LTD 155, as well. I know mine was replaced because the PO included the dealer worksheet. Hopefully, your dealer will be able to tell you.

You will enjoy this ski immensely. I bought mine 2 seasons ago (this will be the 3rd), with 80 hours. I put 120hrs on it in the last 2 yrs, just had the 200 hr inspection and everything is perfect. Make sure you use good oil (I use Amsoil only) and good plugs.

Good luck on a very fine machine.

 

[cbsmith]

I'm hopeful it has been done. It was dealer serviced every fall since 2011. I will be going to the dealer where it was purchased and serviced tomorrow morning. I bought it privately on Saturday and didn't know there was a timing chain issue.

I think it will be a good ski. I had a 2007 Wake 215 and 2010 GTX 155 and sold,the, to get a boat and was looking for something to play on again.

 

[DavesNotHereMan]

The GTI hull is very different than the GTX that you had. It is flatter, so the GTI "slides" more where the GTX will "carve".

I replaced the handlebar grips with the new design that has the flange and it makes a huge difference. There is a thread on here somewhere about it.

 

[DavesNotHereMan]

Here is the link to the grip thread:

https://www.seadooforum.com/showthread.php?81963-New-Thumb-Flange-Handlebar-Grips

 

[Coastiejoe]

Contact any dealer and provide your HIN. They will know if it has been done as it will be documented if so.

 

[cbsmith]

The dealer confirmed both the timing chain and the front cover was fixed under the recall.

I will take a look at the new handgrips, they look like they would be comfortable.