How do I check carbon ring integrity?

[CZSteve]

Sorry, another newb question...
How do I check / verify that the carbon ring seal and shaft thru the hull is adequate?
Obvioulsy taking on water on our maden voyage would be an indicator...:facepalm: I'd prefer to be 'pro-active'

 

[dustindu4]

Put water in the hull (carefully) with the PWC up on the trailer and see if it leaks water? Then pull the drain plugs

 

[AdamXP800]

Or.... just leave it tied down to the trailer and back it down the ramp into the water with the seat off, check for leaks.

 

[dustindu4]

I like that idea better, there will be more water pressure on the seal that way. Heck you could even start the ski and gas it a little and see how it holds under stress.

In my experience with inboard/outboard boat transom seals, option 2 is a more reliable test.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

I've never had one fail.

Also, your info says 1996 ski's. are you sure you have the carbon rings? I know 96/7 was when they moved to them, I think?

 

[CZSteve]

Thanks ya'll.
No, I'm not certain they are carbon seals. On the learning curve right now....
I'll google but any good youtube links or other showing how the seal works?

 

[LouDoo]

I'm almost certain that all 96 models have the carbon seal, I could be wrong but it would be the first time this year (LOL).

Lou