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Switching to synthetic oil

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Mike94ZLT1

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I just bought a 96 GSX that the previous owner was running on non synthetic oil. I would like to swap it over to synthetic, but the oil tank is still mostly full. Is there an easy way to drain it so I can fill it with synthetic? Can I stick a tube in the fill hole and use a hand pump to suck it out? Thanks guys! -Mike
 
What does the OEM manual say to use?

I would say if it says to use TC-W3 then use that if it says to use API TC, ISO-ECG etc... then use Synthetic.
 
It says right on the Sea Doo to use synthetic. Why the previous owner used regular is beyond me. Other than the cost savings, I see no reason to run regular in a machine that calls for synthetic.
 
Awesome, thanks! What would you recommend I do to get the regular oil out of the tank?

Download a manual from the web and read the detailed instructions - they are the two weird units with the red screws that sit on the top of the crancase and they adjust the height of the exhaust port openings as you increase the revs.

When cleaning them, start from the pressure pipe at the crancase and clean the check valve (small white unit where the pipe joins the lower crankcase) and check that it only operates one way, then clean the pipes up to the solenoid and the solenoid itself - I use regular carb cleaner with it's thin pipe attached. Then clean the Y pipes from the solenoid to the valves. All joints should be tight and ziplocked so remake as needed.

Then clean the RAVE valves themselves - flip the top off and check the diaphragm - any deterioration and they need replacing (kits are available). Pull the units off the crankcase and clean thoroughly and make sure that they operate smoothly in their bores.

Using an inferior oil can cause them to clog up and stick so stay with a good synthetic. I have had good results from Amsoil Injector Oil but if you can get Seadoo's XPS then definitely stick with that.
 
Awesome, again, thank you. I'm going to draint it and clean it tonight, and I hope to be on the water Tuesday so I will fill it with synthetic when it is on the trailer right before I launch.
 
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