Jet Ski Repairs, Oil Change etc.
Where is the best place to have a Jet Ski Winterized, oil change etc.
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I've been using DaSilva's—bought my new ski and had its first service completed—and they've been great. I'll be using them to winterize and store in the off-season.
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I asked about the extra $80 because I thought it was a bit pricey, and the answer I received was that "we want to make sure it's right when we give it back." As I've mentioned elsewhere, I'm not convinced DaSilva's is the cheapest around, but I do feel like they take care of their machines (and people)—I've literally not heard a single complaint in all my research and, though my first service cost more than my friend's, I'm glad to know some of the stuff I hear horror stories has been checked out (loose hoses, carbon ring wear, faulty handlebar installation, etc.). Sent from my SM-G950U using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app |
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I will say this: you (and, ultimately, I) were right about everything: the GTX is an AMAZING machine. One of my concerns (and this may help the OP decide) with buying a Sea-Doo was all the #sinkdoo stuff. It *appears* that DaSilva's is in tune with keeping an eye on things when they maintain their machines. Just a thought. Sent from my SM-G950U using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app |
Thank you for all the replies.
So, now where do I go? I am confused. I also would love to hear the #sinkdoo story. |
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If you had it delivered to your house what did they charge you for delivery? Remember, a delivery to a home ties up two men and a truck for at least an hour to load, transport, and launch your machine. If you don't have a registered trailer they have to provide that too. And then, someone has to go to your house to pick up the person who drove the ski there. What would you think is a reasonable charge for that service (or the service you expected) so that the dealership could at least break even? |
Just wondering...
when you get in, or on something that runs on fuel, whose responsibility is it to know how much fuel is in the tank?
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Yes, no regrets whatsoever on the GTX. I love it. We just got back from a two hour tour around Rattlesnake and Sleepers. For me, comfort is key and it is all of that. Access to the main storage from your seat is probably the biggest advantage to me. I’m in there all the time for the map, camera, phone, wallet, toaster - you name it. Can’t imagine dealing with that on the Yamaha. Dollars to doughnuts they switch to the front access in future models. |
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Back in "the day"
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Still two workers (one, obviously, to get the other and himsel back to work), but no loading/truck/trailer that would accrue an hour of labor cost. The delivery cost was, as I remember, a flat nominal charge. Even rainy days were fun for deliveries!!! :D |
I do oil changes and winterization if you are still looking shoot me a message.
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Good thread
As a disinterested party (I sold my jet ski many years ago), this was still an informative thread, that stayed on track.
For the OP, and others, I think you get more specific answers when you give geographic info, and/or fill out your profile so that people know which end/side of the lake you're on. |
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It was my main, really only, concern with buying a Sea-Doo, but it was hard to get a handle on just how often it happens and if it's totally preventable. What I discovered is that it can happen in three ways: 1. Bad parts. Supposedly, BRP had a run of poor carbon seals in the late teens ('18/'19, I think). 2. Engine misalignment. If the engine is misaligned, it can cause improper wear and premature failure. 3. Running the machine out of the water for too long. Because the carbon seal will not be getting lubricated, it will prematurely wear down. From what I gather, it is mostly #3 with a few more of the others in there as a normal result of mass production. When one looks inside the hull, it is possible to see wear/how the CS is wearing both by looking at it and by a line that sometimes develops inside from the carbon material "whipping" off the ring and hitting the hull. Best I can tell, Sea-Doo does this so that if there's a failure it doesn't destroy the driveline or motor unlike what might happen with less forgiving materials, but, given their market share and sheer number of machines, I think it's impossible to make sure everybody is taking care of things right and keeping an eye on the signs that could predict failure. This is my summary after both researching, seeing failures across the web, and talking to dealers/authorized techs. Ultimately, I love everything about my machine, so if that's the risk—again, no idea of the overall numbers—I accept it. I mean, that's why we have insurance, right?! Here's a pretty good article about it: https://watercraftjournal.com/debunk...bon-ring-seal/ Sent from my SM-G950U using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app |
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