Cranking time on 1996 XP?..........

[Banditsteve]

Hi All,
Just a quick question for all you 1996 XP owners or anyone who has ever had a 1996 XP - How long would you expect to crank the ski in the water after its been sat in the water for about 10 mins? Mine takes about 5 or 6 seconds cranking before it fires up and I was wondering if this is normal? I am still having a few issues with my ski but was wondering if I am expecting too much from it? Just like to hear how other peoples start?

Cheers,

Steve :cheers:

 

[Dr Honda]

If it's already been running, and has been parked for 10 minutes.... More or less... as soon as you touch the button it should fire. If you have to crank for 10 seconds, I'm going to say your needle valves need some attention. It sounds like fuel is leaking into the engine while it's sitting.

 

[Bills86e]

Post 2 = X2

Are the plugs wet? yes=leaking N/S
possibla carburetor needle(s) & seat(s) leaking fuel into the cylinders causeing a hard sto start condition when motor is hot. How can gas get past a needle valve other than what I have talked about? One way is if the fuel tank pressure release check valve in the OUT vent line thru rub rail is not functioning. The fuel pressure in the tank overcomes the spring tension on the needle valve and gas is FORCED past it. The valve should open at approx. 3-5lbs. psi.

The rotary valve O-ring can leak or the cover can be worn out of clearance spec.
Bill86e

 

[Banditsteve]

Thanx Guys, I will keep looking and get it sorted one day. Sick of spending money on it at the moment so it can stay how it is for now! Summer beckons! Cheers, Steve :cheers: