My wife asked me to look into a Seadoo for at the cottage. I already have a deckboat with a 115hp. behind it. I was looking online and found lots of Seadoos in the 2006 to 2008 model year range. For a used Seadooo, what would be an acceptable hr. reading. The Seadoo would be mainly used to play around and maybe to waterski. Our lake is relatively small, 3 miles long. I'm a heavy guy so I don't want to buy an underpowered unit. Thanks for any advice.
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New to the sport. What Seadoo would be best.
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Welcome to the site, Auto.
I might suggest RIVA's 2012 Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 Turbo. 400+ hp. Should get you out of the hole with a little extra left for some fun!
This is a tuff question. It would depend on how much you want to spend, how much you want to do to it, (repairs). You will probably want something a little larger for skiing so the skier doesn't pull you around too much. Hours seem to depend on maintenence or if it's supercharged. (superchargers need rebuilt every 100 hours). Kiind of a crap shoot with anything used, just like anything else. Go test ride a few and see what you like. Sorry this is so vague but you will get different opinions for different people. Depends on what YOU like and how you are going to use it.
I might suggest RIVA's 2012 Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 Turbo. 400+ hp. Should get you out of the hole with a little extra left for some fun!
This is a tuff question. It would depend on how much you want to spend, how much you want to do to it, (repairs). You will probably want something a little larger for skiing so the skier doesn't pull you around too much. Hours seem to depend on maintenence or if it's supercharged. (superchargers need rebuilt every 100 hours). Kiind of a crap shoot with anything used, just like anything else. Go test ride a few and see what you like. Sorry this is so vague but you will get different opinions for different people. Depends on what YOU like and how you are going to use it.
The GTI is a great ski all around. My friend has a pair and they do great. The 130 is enough power to do mid 50's. Easy to ride and can fit 3 people. Can easily pull a tube. Im a big guy and they have no problem. The 130 engine is very reliable.
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Figure out if you prefer a 2 stroke or a 4 stroke. Start lo look at all the different years and models. Watch Youtube videos, read forums, etc.
If you are a DIY kind of guy then you may want a 2 stroke. The newer models all have 4 stroke engines in them. I believe the last seadoo with a 2 stroke was the '06 GTI.
Also, unless you buy some of the smaller engine skis from the early-mid 90's, most will have plenty of power to do what you want.
As far as the hours go...that is a hard one to explain in just a few short words. A ski with very few hours that has sat for a long time can be much worse off than a ski with 200+ hours. It really all depends on the particular engine and how the ski has been cared for, so there is no "magic number" to shoot for with the hours.
If you look at any skis, you will want a compression test on the engine and if you intend to buy it you should test ride it. Ask the owner to provide as much maintenance info on the ski as they can, and then tell us what they said. Someone here can let you know if you are getting any BS.
If you are a DIY kind of guy then you may want a 2 stroke. The newer models all have 4 stroke engines in them. I believe the last seadoo with a 2 stroke was the '06 GTI.
Also, unless you buy some of the smaller engine skis from the early-mid 90's, most will have plenty of power to do what you want.
As far as the hours go...that is a hard one to explain in just a few short words. A ski with very few hours that has sat for a long time can be much worse off than a ski with 200+ hours. It really all depends on the particular engine and how the ski has been cared for, so there is no "magic number" to shoot for with the hours.
If you look at any skis, you will want a compression test on the engine and if you intend to buy it you should test ride it. Ask the owner to provide as much maintenance info on the ski as they can, and then tell us what they said. Someone here can let you know if you are getting any BS.
Michael211_2000
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He definitely should get a 3-seater... they're practicaly luxurios IMHO! Supercharged gives more horsepower incredible hole-shot and top end speed, but it is a wear item and requires 100 hr interval rebuilds. But once you've ridden a supercharged SeaDoo nothing else will do I swear!
For a mid-2000 year model used RXT or GXT (3-seaters both) the going rate appears to be between $5 and $6K on a trailer ready to hit the water with under 100 hrs (think anywhere between 35 hrs and 75 hrs). Search on Ebay and watch some auctions end and what they go for (even if they aren't in your area), it'll give you a good idea what to expect price wise and what to negotiate for if you deal with locals. For mid-2000 year model watercraft I think you should really look for a machine with under 100 hrs on it... but keep in mind if it's supercharged you will have to have that rebuilt when it get's to the 100 hr mark.
Regards and best wishes!
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For a mid-2000 year model used RXT or GXT (3-seaters both) the going rate appears to be between $5 and $6K on a trailer ready to hit the water with under 100 hrs (think anywhere between 35 hrs and 75 hrs). Search on Ebay and watch some auctions end and what they go for (even if they aren't in your area), it'll give you a good idea what to expect price wise and what to negotiate for if you deal with locals. For mid-2000 year model watercraft I think you should really look for a machine with under 100 hrs on it... but keep in mind if it's supercharged you will have to have that rebuilt when it get's to the 100 hr mark.
Regards and best wishes!
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Michael211_2000
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I haven't rebuilt one myself, only changed out the ceramic washers on mine after I bought it used. If you're mechanically inclined and have the tools (you'll need a few special tools... special wrenches and such), then you should be able to learn to rebuild it youself. Go search on Ebay and you'll find people selling the rebuild kits and tool kits needed to rebuild a SeaDoo 4TEC supercharger. SeaDoo Warehouse has all the stuff too I'm sure.
There are people who already have extensive experience rebuilding them who you can always pull and mail yours too, if you decide to buy a supercharged SeaDoo. Remember these things run partially inside the 4TEC engine and it's NOT a pleasant experience to have the supercharger blow apart... can really ruin your day that! I plan to pull mine out of the engine myself and send it off to be rebuilt when the time comes, rather than risking making a mistake trying to rebuild it myself.
You'll need the supercharger tool set, a torque wrench, a hydraulic press (I think?), and the rebuild kit. I've read the kit will come with basic instructions.
Speed costs, just how fast can you afford to go? Hehehehehe! The supercharger really is worth it if you ask me, it puts some serious kick in the ass on these things. :-D
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It'd be a really FUN 2 minutes though! :driving:
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If you do decide on a RXT my advice is to look for 2007 or newer. 2006 at worst. The earlier models had some issues with dropping valves and sheering off flywheel bolts. Definitely swap the supercharger washers to aftermarket or 09+ OEM washers, if not a complete rebuild.
greggebhardt
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After running my new GTX260 LTD for only 12 hours, I would not be happy with anything else. I know the SC will cost me but 260hp puts a smile on my face to no end! The GTX260 is huge and heavy but fast and VERY comfortable with the suspension.
I just picked up a 2011 GTI SE 130 and love it. Plenty of power to pull kids on a tube (wake board too I'm sure) and handles like a beast! Comes with great options (reboarding ladder, variable trim) and for $204 plus an hour of labor I'm getting the cruise/slow speed/ski module put on.
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