Is this an exhaust leak? (picture)

[justy_123]

Hey guys. Have a 2004 XPdi. It goes well, however, sometimes the MAINT warning light comes on. It comes on rarely and seems to only happen after riding for a while. Checked the rectifier. Seems to be working ok. But have orded a new one as it has all corrosion on it and the voltage did reach 15volts for a couple of seconds when i did a test on it.

I thought I would check the exhaust system and I found this! I don't no if its just heat or if it is an exhaust leak. Its hard to get to because its under the engine.

What do you guys think? Doesn't look good hey.

 

[Dr Honda]

Looks like a leak to me. Check that coupler for a hole on the bottom. ALSO... check the water going into the pipe. If it's not spraying water into the pipe, it will run hot.

 

[seadooya]

you just bought that ski? That coupler is aftermarket, so previuos owner had the leak, but fixed it. Still check the cooling system though.

 

[justy_123]

Thanks guys. Yes I bought the ski a few months ago. So I dare say the owner did replace that coupler.

I will check the cooling system to the exhaust and for that heat damage to the hull, I will probably smear that dow corning heat sealant all round it and the coupler. Hopefully covers the leak if there is one.

Ski runs real nice otherwise. Cheers :bigear: