96’s are my favorite. 96 XP and the 96 GTX 787’s. Bought the XP with a blown motor in 2000. I rebuilt the motor and life happened and it sat in the shop for 15 years. My boy bugged and bugged me to finish it. So we did and as soon as it hit the water it became a gift to him. 7 years later he is still ripping that XP. Home from college for a month and just pulled them out today and fired right up for camping next week. Always wrenching on them but it’s been good for him.
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. My kids love are always up for riding, not so much for wrenching.
@davidskelton2081
Жыл бұрын
Cool story!!!😊
@SWMOWoodsman
Жыл бұрын
Those ‘96 GTXs are forever my favorite SeaDoos. My grandma had one back in the day and I can remember going out on the lake with her all the time. Such fond memories!
@jacobleroux9600
3 ай бұрын
@@SWMOWoodsman that’s what looking at buying
@classicjetskis
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, so nice to hear and see someone who embraces the 2 stroke culture. Here in the UK its the same story, no dealers will touch 2 stroke, as such you need to get hands on. The older carb models I have are fun to work on! Just wish dealers didn't have such a closed door policy, especially as like you, I think the old skis have an irreplaceable fun factor that you shouldn't have to spend 10k on a seadoo spark to have nowadays. Keep making videos man....p.s. LOVE the xp in the background, stunning year colours 😍
@gregoryhathaway8862
2 жыл бұрын
I've owned 3 old jet skis. 1 ran and two didn't. I final got all running and felt beat up. Two weeks ago I bought a 96 Gti and a 2003 gti le rfi. You have lifted my spirits so much with this video. Thank you for helping me to"stay young" God Bless
@aubie3425
Жыл бұрын
Great Video. It's a stange nitch hobby. There is nothing better than that feeling when you fix something and it runs great. It's hilarious to me that this hobby usually makes me $100 -$200 in profit at the cost of countless hours of work.
@neurosis333
3 ай бұрын
How is it MAKING you money?
@c_b8s4
3 ай бұрын
@@neurosis333 "It's a strange niche hobby". Therefore he does it for fun in his spare time. Not as a business. Does your spare time make you money?
@JosefwitdaCoatOn
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the transparency towards the end. We were gifted a 2004 Seadoo and you’ve inspired me to start a new hobby. Bless you!
@papadonjetski9535
6 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@9elevenguy
Жыл бұрын
Great video man. From a fellow dad/DIYer I stopped and applauded the moment you said "none of these skis have seen the shop." Propers 👊🏼 I just picked up a couple of mid 90s sea doos and looking forward to enjoying them!
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the encouraging words, it means a lot.
@phildawe7172
3 жыл бұрын
so true. I'm on my first ski, gp1200r came registered with a trailer for just over $2000 usd. to my misery at the time it totally seized after my 5th ride. (dry cracked crank seal and a poorly fitted intake manifold) shattering a piston. so i decided to try a full rebuild as a newb. new richer jetting. crank, gaskets and the works. And now i only just finished rebuilding it over australian winter and found that to be one of the most enjoyable problem solving times tinkering in my shed and looking things up online) i was stoked when it finally worked properly. will probably feel something is missing if I don't yet have another project like that next winter. :)
@papadonjetski9535
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience. I love to hear the stories of others who can relate to that great feeling of accomplishment when the jet ski runs!
@phildawe7172
3 жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 thanks. I saw a forum for Mikuni carbs that said to drill-out a restrictor hole in each carb as "it gets blocked and will increase performance." I did this. and then found it actually made the carbs not function! and pop off pressure wouldn't work on all cylinders to remedy i installed a restriction by adding 3x 95 jetts in the turn rail between each carb. this added nessesary backpressure to the rail. old 2 stroke carbs are a weird science. man was i happy when it ran properly. also I found installing a pump plunger fuel primer to be worth every cent. thanks for your video
@carmencordero2779
2 жыл бұрын
Like your enthusiasm .I also enjoy the feeling of fixing n riding.very cool.
@kevincoyle9517
2 жыл бұрын
Don you’re the best! I have four Sea-Doos restoring them all this week! You address the psychological factor which is huge. So many of us want to give up. You’re inspirational. I’m dedicating this week to get my foregoing. Thanks for the video. Out from Virginia Beach Virginia
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks for all of the encouraging words, they get me motivated!
@jonathanmelendez2377
Жыл бұрын
Great video💪🏻
@wed3k
Жыл бұрын
I'm on my first stand up, 86 js550. Had to rebuild the top end so many times before I even learned how to ride it so the struggle is real however now I can pull the top end in 45 minutes. Really can't beat the simplicity so I'm hooked.
@slowb4lls1
Жыл бұрын
Great video bossman. I’ve been on and off with skis since I was younger. Had a wave runner LX 650 brand new in 92 in Cape Coral Florida, I was 12 yrs old, I’ve been round and Round with these things. I liked hearing how humble you are about learning the two stroke game and funny how you wanna be alone at the ramp in case something goes sideways. Not many grown men would admit these days. I got out of skis for many years and back in 16 my and my little bro bought twin 787 xp’s. Now I only have one but been loving on it some lately and I totally feel you it’s a cool and rewarding hobby. Keep it up!!
@SuperDcopeland
2 жыл бұрын
This is identical to how I got into them. But I do have a mechanical background. Nobody wanted to touch them so like him I was forced to learn myself. KZitem helps alot
@kristinemiller8698
Жыл бұрын
I bought 4 skis total, 3 Seadoos & 1 Yamaha. 2 of them run and 2 did not run. Sure wish I lived close to you so I could have you look at the 2 not running. Thanks for the video!
@papadonjetski9535
11 ай бұрын
I wish I lived close to a jet ski mechanic as well!
@jdkkdj6
2 жыл бұрын
I just got my first 2 stroke jet ski a few weeks ago for $150 not running... I have watched so many videos to get it going... I can totally relate when I brought it down to the water I didn't want anyone to see... it was high anxiety but it all work out. I am already looking for the next project
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear I'm not alone with anxiety at the boat ramp after a fresh rebuild.
@fordltd1983
2 жыл бұрын
I just found your video and 2 months ago I purchased a 00' Polaris Genesis. It's a big ski. 4 person capacity (600lbs.) Had fuel leak from carbs. Rebuilt them a couple of times actually. Verifying pop off pressures and such. It ran when I bought it and then the CDI went bad in my carport. Replaced it, did maintenance and it's been running good. I been looking at getting another one.
@fuesselfc
10 ай бұрын
Great video, we are very similar with all your points. This is the most motor work I’ve ever done is on ski motors and weekend Warrior on tinkering with them. It’s my morning go to before work. A lot of time also troubleshooting!!
@papadonjetski9535
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@gerardotorres9963
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video 100% agree with you I am doing the same thing I buy it cheap fix it and resell it and I making a lot of money but it takes a lot of time Keep it up you’ll figure it out very soon God bless you
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@angeloski
2 жыл бұрын
Having a full charged battery is so crucial with this old JetSki, trust me.. if my WaveRunner is not fully charged forget it. I had no knowledge when I got mine.. engine was completely blown and I managed to put it back together little by little.. it did took a lot of my time thought it overall it was a fun project sometimes I wish it was not an ever ending project that’s where I would rather have a newer WaveRunner.
@MrDat1azn
3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir!!! Same story here. Keep up what you're doing
@njbreeze2330
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video, Don! It’s thorough, honest and informative!
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jetskirehab750
2 жыл бұрын
The short answer is yes!
@infinitewars6373
3 жыл бұрын
bought my first stx 900 for 900 rebuild costed 1200 by my time and thats including new crank, pistons alll new seals, new impeller, bearings and seals, ski is now worth 3k easy……
@Crlss_music
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story man. Very inspiring to hear how you got involved.
@papadonjetski9535
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@rlyle5804
Жыл бұрын
I have a SeaDoo. I don't drink, but I am reconsidering.
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
Ha! Can only be spoken from an experienced owner.
@rlyle5804
Жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 My neighbors think I have Tourettes!
@robgug
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent Video!, just bought my first 2 cheap skis, learning as i go. This was a very informative video.
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
If you have only half the fun I have had learning to work on these things and getting them running then it will be worth it!
@headinghome8914
2 жыл бұрын
I agree, I started tinkering with mini bikes and ATVs it's very satisfying feeling seeing a project through
@rodneycotter7775
2 жыл бұрын
Hi mate! You sound like me! I have three of these things now....all seadoo.....I had an XPDi like you have in the video on the back fence. What I can tell you is when they are going right they absolutely fly.......unfortunately for me, by the time I sold it, I had fixed all its aliments I was over it breaking down and got rid of it. The guy who bought it is always messaging me saying it is the most reliable and best ski he has ever owned....go figure!!! For me it spent most of its time out of the water and on diagnostics lol!!!! I now have 2x 97 XP carby aspirated ski's and a 1999 GTI 3 seater...all 2 Strokes. I love them....I guess I am a little old school like that, I used to ride a lot of motocross on CR250 alloy frame bikes.......I guess I get it from there. To cap off I bought a 2014 Model seadoo spark with the money from the sale of the 2004 XPDi and it was a great ski....not fast but it was fun.......was reliable for a while then I ended up with a jet pump in a million pieces...so I bought a full replacement pump, I had it replace by a seadoo mechanic in a workshop and also bought every part to rebuild the entire driveline. I told the mechanic to replace everything even if it did not need it so there was no weak link, when I went to pick it up two days later he gave me a box of parts back and said that some of the parts did not need replacing they were fine.......guess what......about a month later I was stranded with my partner in the middle of a lake for about an hour with the spline chewed off my newly installed drive shaft!!! To fix that on my particular model I would of had to have replaced the crank in a perfectly good motor....was devastated and sold it for parts!!!! I then went back to old school gear!!! Hence what I have now!
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Somehow I missed this comment last month. Reading your story brings up my biggest fear with these old skis, always having to work on them. So far I haven't had to constantly work on them, but I know it is inevitable that problems will follow over time. When I sell these I hope to hear the same comment you got when you sold the XPDI. I sure don't want someone upset with me thinking I purposely sold them a piece of junk.
@rbhartman000
Жыл бұрын
If you live in the Anderson Indiana Area there is a guy that works at Tom Wood Power Sports his name is Mike Peavle he is great with old 2 stroke Seadoo, Yamaha, Kawasaki. All types of skis.
@RWhite1900
2 жыл бұрын
Just wait till you get that seadoo xp 2000 going. Best jet ski ever - beast
@willwitt1020
2 ай бұрын
Got one for free today, the starter is spinning but other than that it’s not kicking over
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Do you mean the starter is turning the engine over, but it doesn't start? If so then the carb is the first thing to address.
@rcppop3090
Ай бұрын
My good sir. You’re selling yourself way too short. You say you aren’t mechanically inclined but if you were able to read forums and watch KZitem videos to teach yourself how to repair these machines you’re very capable and mechanically inclined in my book good job.
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Thanks. I was in a position in which I had to learn or never get out on the water. I'm still reading and watching other youtubers who know more than me.
@V29546
4 ай бұрын
What a great video! Thank you.
@papadonjetski9535
3 ай бұрын
Thanks
@jackofalltrades3654
6 ай бұрын
Get it brotha .
@marvinmartinez2637
11 ай бұрын
Thank you
@nicholascandelario8876
4 ай бұрын
Great video I just purchased a 1997 tigershark monte carlo 770 with a kawasaki eng and it still turns on quick so mi idea is to make her look new
@papadonjetski9535
4 ай бұрын
I love Kawasaki engines. Wish I had more of them.
@nicholascandelario8876
4 ай бұрын
@papadonjetski9535 I messed up it's actually a Suzuki engine .I do t know how good are rhey but it's fast and the jetski is very stable
@nandrea12
2 жыл бұрын
Great video...
@flat6fever680
2 ай бұрын
What are the best years as far as reliability for the older Sea Doo's? Like 1997 ish? I had a new 97, the top of the line model in like a forest green. I'm looking to get back into these but hear the DFI can be a nightmare from early 2000 model years? Anyway, what are some good years for the older 3 seater Sea Doo and Yamaha's? Thank you!
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Hey, sorry for the slow reply. I have a 96 GTI and a 97 SPX that have run the best of all my skis. When I say the best, I mean less maintenance. I would say 96 to 98 are the best in my opinion and that includes Yamaha and Kawasaki.
@Thirdplace4life
4 ай бұрын
Why don't you just install a cutoff switch for the battery?
@papadonjetski9535
3 ай бұрын
Didn't think of it. I'm still new to all of this.
@Ceb207
3 ай бұрын
I have a 97 polaris sl 700 dlx. It cranks but no spark. Having a hard time finding any information on forums or anywhere that can help. Any ideas that could help me?
@papadonjetski9535
3 ай бұрын
Well, I believe I have the same model Polaris sitting in my backyard. They are known for electrical problems. Your problem is the Stator or CDI box. There is an updated CDI box you may be able to find, but I think you have to replace other electrical parts for it to work. They are not cheap! Is there a number written on your box? If it is 447 or a number that ends in 447, then I believe you have the original, non updated CDI. I didn't try and fix mine because I didn't want to put that much money into it.
@Ceb207
3 ай бұрын
@papadonjetski9535 is there an easy way to check the stator/cdi to rule it out? With a multimeter? Having a hard time finding info on this. It's a super clean new looking ski that's been garaged by previous owner since 2000, so I don't really wanna let it end up as parts/scrap
@micclay
Жыл бұрын
When did fuel injection become common on these? Do you think that EFI eliminated many of the problems that caused skis to sit up and collect dust and mold?
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
I've owned just one FI ski, so I can't say they eliminated many of the problems. The FI skis are definitely easier to start, but then the fuel rail and injectors can clog up if you don't run it enough.
@jamesrearick2672
2 ай бұрын
Nice video thankyou. Which brand would you day is the most reliable.bi have a sea doo which gives me constant oroblems. I have a honds that just runs snd runs w no issues. I do alm the maintenance. How are yamahas and kawasakis? Thankyou!
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Well, I have a lot of Seadoos because they are commonly the ones selling for next to nothing. That should tell you something. Kawasakis are my favorite with Yamahas a close second. I've never owned or ridden a Honda.
@questforknowledge750
Жыл бұрын
Great job man
@WillyB2122
2 жыл бұрын
A local guy I met the other day from doing some work at his house offered to sell me his. Wants them out the way. A double trailer with a 98 gtx gold and burgundy color and an older green and purple one I can’t remember the year. 1000 dollars for everything. Thinking about getting them. Says they were running when parked!
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
That is a good deal. The trailer by itself, if in decent shape, is almost worth the $1,000.
@edwardrukaka5566
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Don,am in Tanzania with my 2stroke Seadoo just like one behind you..I am struggling to keep up but with your video I think I can get a solution to master it..can I get intouch with you?
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
papadonjetski@gmail.com
@kodiakmahkimetas7581
4 ай бұрын
Any one know where to get exhaust ring for 95 717 seadoo
@rickie2sticky66
Жыл бұрын
I want to do this with snowmobiles!
@blakerodriguez5999
7 ай бұрын
So what’s the deal with the xp in the back? I know you said you never got it running but I just got a 99 xp with the 951 in it.. heard they are unreliable
@papadonjetski9535
6 ай бұрын
Well, the engine came with the ski, but not in it. The previous owner promised me that all of the parts where there to rebuild the engine. However, there were so many missing parts that I never tried to rebuild it. There were missing bolts, nuts and brackets, even the carburetor was missing parts. On top of that, I discovered the crank was bad and so I just decided to make it a parts ski.
@wadedixon1796
Жыл бұрын
Just noticed you’re from Mississippi! Bout what part? I’m on the coast🤙🏽
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately i'm in north MS, close to the TN border. Wish I was closer to the coast.
@tylercason6903
Жыл бұрын
My brother just bought a see doo and it cranks up but cuts off, the motor sounds good, just won't stay crank. They don't work on them here either. Do u have any ideas of what might be wrong with it?
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like it is not getting enough fuel. I would start by rebuilding the carbs.
@atypicalhiker
3 жыл бұрын
I forgot to mention I Never use jet ski batteries in mine. I put those 25 dollar. Lawn mower batteries in them. I use straps to hold them in. I refuse to pay 100 bucks for that tiny battery.
@papadonjetski9535
3 жыл бұрын
I have thought about that before, but the battery cases in the skis are too small. Do you remove the cases? If so then how do you strap the mower battery in?
@CP-kb1du
2 жыл бұрын
Risk getting stuck stranded on the water cheap skate ..
@atypicalhiker
2 жыл бұрын
@@CP-kb1du I live on a lake. A 12 volt battery is a 12 volt battery. The size is the only difference and the CCA are HIGHER on the lawn mower batteries. They last longer and you dont have to add acid to get them going. No I cant afford a 12,000 dollar and up machine like you so I guess in your world that makes me less. You are a punk that needs to learn manners.
@atypicalhiker
2 жыл бұрын
@Anthony's Arizona Cleaning Service my 3 jet skis all have 1 year old 25.00 lawn mower batteries in them. Strap them down well put good stainless bolts and washers you have no problems. No I never got stranded on the lake by using one. I can buy four for the cost of one specialty battery.
@Carta87Blanca
2 жыл бұрын
I wish I had watched this video before I purchased 2 that were sold as working from my personal boat mechanic had no reason to think he rip me off but I learned shops do not want to work on 2 strokes and if you find someone like he said will be a guy working out of his home stay far far away from a non working ultra 150
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
So, your mechanic felt no responsibility to help you out after selling you 2 skis he claimed were runners? That is something I would expect from strangers, not my mechanic. Guess you will be looking for a new mechanic because how could you trust him with your boat from here on out?
@Carta87Blanca
2 жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 yeah he hit me with cant do it this week then following week have a boat im working on then a car then hits me with his personal life not having time then finally not having any time to do anything so he’s not even working on the boat or anything
@papotuto74gr59
2 жыл бұрын
I have a 1992 XP I’m trying to get work.
@jonathanmelendez2377
Жыл бұрын
I have the same yamaha xlt 800, I need the carburador. Do you have a place that I can get this carburetor?
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
I don't have a particular place. I assume you've already checked ebay and facebook marketplace. You might try Shadetree Jetski, he has rebuilt some yamahas and he lives near a jet ski salvage yard.
@MrDraftkid
2 жыл бұрын
What kind of compression do you normally look for on say a 951 gtx?
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Good question because I searched this myself a while back. I always thought 150 psi was the goal, but I read some comments on Seadoo message boards stating stock compression for a carbureted 951 was 130-135 psi. I currently have a carbureted 951 and have 150 psi in both cylinders. So, maybe put the two together and any 951 you find with 130-150 psi is good. However, compression of 115-120 psi wouldn't mean the engine is bad, it could just need new piston rings.
@MrDraftkid
2 жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 Thanks for the quick reply and info. many thanks
@evanheffley1625
Жыл бұрын
Pretty much like everything else in life, cars, motorcycles, houses, you name it. If you don't make enough money to buy new or pay someone else to repair, the only way to play is to know how to repair old stuff that others can't. I have much more respect for people that keep up with the things they own, vs people that have enough money to just buy another or pay to have someone else fix.
@tonto6.072
3 жыл бұрын
Good shit don
@davidchaney215
2 жыл бұрын
Where are you located?
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
I live in Nesbit, MS
@ask-mw5hk
Жыл бұрын
Why would you buy a two stroke, most lakes don’t allow them!
@rlyle5804
Жыл бұрын
Because four strokes suck. Pound for pound there isn't a more powerful piston engine. PS The vast majority of lakes allow them.
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
There is no ban on 2 strokes in this area. It would be very stupid of me to accumulate all of these PWCs if I had no place to ride.
@dougbrown7413
2 жыл бұрын
Says he has no hobbies as sits in front of 5 2 stroke jet skis :)
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Ha! You got me, I love my new hobby.
@jasont2074
3 жыл бұрын
Same story here mate, the vintage 2 strokes are so much more fun than anything on the market today
@ericgalindo2500
Жыл бұрын
So it’s better have 2 strokes jetski ?? Cause I’m fixing buy 2 of them lol
@user-gh9zl6yg6h
2 жыл бұрын
so im 52 never been on a jet ski and i purchased a 2000 see doo RX DI millennium edition today i have always wanted one now after waching you i know i did the right thing.i am verry mechanically inclined i work on a lot if dirt bikes and cars and so on i just finished rebuiling a corvette and now im bored.well just want to thank you for your information.and looking foward to watching all your videos.im in massachusetts and the weather is not cooperating.can not wait to get it on the water .it runs great.
@alansimmons4071
2 жыл бұрын
Man your story is just like mine too! No one here in Texas works on these either. I just bought a Candoo reader to read the computer on my 2003 Seadoo GTX DI. Hopefully it will help point me in the right direction to trouble shoot so I'm not just throwing money at parts that I really don't need. I can now program my own keys too. I too am not a mechanic. I did a clutch job and a timing belt, water pump change on a 944 Porsche. Not easy jobs to do in a garage without a lift. Just laying on my back in the garage! Your right, it is fun to do a job like that then after its all back together, holding my breath when I turn the key and hope it doesn't blow up!
@lilzay44
6 ай бұрын
Fellow mechanic in dallas run a ski rental business let's get connected 🤝
@grandcrappy
3 ай бұрын
@@lilzay44we network with each other, yep.
@kenkuchnicki9012
Жыл бұрын
Very cool and inspiring video I’ve done this with snowmobiling in Michigan. Bought 9 sleds in 2 years fix, sell, upgraded and the sport paid for itself I want to get into jet skis, not so much to make a profit but hopefully be very minimal investment to have fun experiences with family
@cluke50
2 жыл бұрын
I own 4 older Seadoo’s. 2 97 GTX’s 787. Never had an issue with either expect changing out the fuel lines. Never left me stranded. I have a 00 951 GTX and a 01 GSX. I have no complaints. Preventative maintenance does wonders.
@hkcitation
Жыл бұрын
I inherited my dad's broken 96 SPX and my wife said either fix it or get rid of it. I did the research, got hands on and fixed it, and now my son and I have been riding it together. Glad my wife forced me to get it fixed.
@atypicalhiker
3 жыл бұрын
I told you you inspired me to start a channel. I started shadetree jetski. I have lots of years of mechanical experience but had never worked on jet skis before last year. I fix them up and sell them. Oh and never tow a jet ski at speed in the water without a tow valve or clamping the jet pump line with vice grips. I am currently working on my fourth junkyard jet ski. I would like to get a 951 waveblaster like your non running one there. The guy that owns TCH started out doing what you did and now has so much work he cant handle it all. There is both a market and a need for used 2stroke skis and people who can repair them.
@papadonjetski9535
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement. I subscribed to your channel a while back because you have a much better understanding of these machines and you are very detailed. That is what I look for when I'm trying to find a video to learn from. In fact, you have a video about the reverse gate on a waverunner that I'm going to be watching soon. I replaced the reverse cable on the Yamaha, but didn't put the gate back on right away and now I've forgotten how to reassemble it.
@atypicalhiker
3 жыл бұрын
I dont know everything but like you I search the forums for answers. These are much easier to work on than a car and you dont have to crawl under them very often.
@kurtheimerman8267
2 жыл бұрын
Cracks me up how I've been watching both you guys' videos lately then it turns out you know each other. BTW, please explain why you can't tell a jet ski without some kind of special valve.
@atypicalhiker
2 жыл бұрын
@@kurtheimerman8267 I never met Papa Don. I found his videos and had actually repaired three Kawasaki jet skis before his channel inspired me to start my own. OK so you cannot tow a jet ski behind a BOAT on the water without clamping the jet pump hose shut or installing a tow valve that allows you to cut off the water. This is because towing the ski will allow water to enter the engine and fill it. It is the same as if you had it on the hose without cranking your engine. The exhaust fills and then the engine floods with water filling the crankcase.
@nathen4021
11 ай бұрын
Did you get service manuals for the ski's you bought? Reading the service manuals is helpful with learning.
@papadonjetski9535
11 ай бұрын
I didn't. I didn't know manuals were available at the time. I have 2 right now.
@gabrielgonzalez917
10 күн бұрын
Hello I just saw your video and I’m looking to myself. Great job I’m doing that right now too 👍👍👍
@lilzay44
6 ай бұрын
Own 2022 seadoo and a couple 2000 gsx ...ist just something special bout the old skool skis
@danielmarkle8823
2 жыл бұрын
My family have been in the automotive industry in one way or the other for 4 generations now basically since the automotive industry became a thing, so I have built and do build things, but i just recently built my first epoxy & inlayed table, and it always surprisese me how many people that have seen it say you must have been doing that a long time, or you must have built a lot to have learned how to do that. I tell them "nope" first one !! They ask how did you do that on your first one ? I tell them it's simple... you spend the time and get on line and email people or even call people and ask questions and more than anything KZitem !! You study and pay attention... after that it's trial and error. Be surprised what a man can do when he really wants to do it.... GODS gift of a smart and a curious mind.... really enjoyed the video !!
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Your are right, spend the time and seek information from knowledgeable people.
@benjaminreynolds9330
2 жыл бұрын
Just got the engine ripped out of a 98 Polaris ski excited to put it back together!
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Do you already know the issue with the engine or is this exploratory surgery?
@benjaminreynolds9330
2 жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 yes! The engine overheated and threw a rod
@evanganske9240
Жыл бұрын
@@benjaminreynolds9330Any luck with getting it back out on the water?
@johnniedickson3453
Ай бұрын
Bought mine for 200. Got it running mint within a few hours
@MichaelJones-ty7eg
3 жыл бұрын
Cool video. Glad you found your niche you should most definitely start selling and buying. One of the few hobbies that pays for itself and then some! I'd definitely be interested in some good Intuitive videos on the xl800. Carb cleaning etc... I have that same ski and love it
@jasonswanson2090
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video reminds me of jet ski church bring them old boys back to life
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Amen
@JimStevens-q4c
Ай бұрын
I thouroughy enjoyed your video. I am 71, and know nothing about jet skis. I have begun watching you tube videos on these things. I am mechanically inclined so that doesn't bother me. Anything cheap around here never has titles to them. I was given a pair of 1997 seadoo xps . Both of them absolute basket cases. No titles. I guess I will attemp to rebuild one just for the fun of it. Are all the parts on these things, one year, or can some parts interchangeable? Have a great day!
@papadonjetski9535
26 күн бұрын
97 SPX's are great skis. A very tight hull to work in but I love my XPS. You will find that a lot of parts are interchangeable. Some parts are specific to the engine but many can be used in different skis. In fact, I've used parts from a Ploaris on Seadoos and Kawasakis.
@holmesd5003
Жыл бұрын
I am restoring a 97 wet jet right now, you give me hope.
@antonioenriquez7729
2 жыл бұрын
This kind of videos, make me to wake up everyday and enjoy my time spending with my family and have great moments that has no price.. thank for your videos, very insperational!
@wmrra61
2 ай бұрын
Hi, since you know a lot about these two strokes, I have a 97 gtx. It just randomly shuts off. Like I loose all power. Pull the key and plug it back in and starts up. Any ideas? Thanks!
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Did you already get this figured out? I have a ski that is doing that right now. I'm thinking it is fuel related or a ground issue. I''m going to pull the carbs and clean them and then I'm going to replace my ebox with the relay and coil pack. I have some rust in there that may be causing the engine to shut off. My ski may run 5 minutes or 5 seconds before it just shuts off. If that doesn't fix it then I'll try one thing at a time until I find it.
@denniswilder3014
2 жыл бұрын
I just opened up a jet ski repair shop and since I'm not a dealer I get all the old neglected machines.it Is a pain in the but getting parts when you fix one thing another thing breaks and some of the machines have been touched by hacks and create a nightmare.and when you tell someone some hack messed this up and that up they say well it ran good before.
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
I guess I would be considered that hack right now. As I said in the video, no one will work on 2 strokes around here and so owners are forced to fix the skis themselves or find someone like me who knows just enough to be dangerous.
@denniswilder3014
2 жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 that's why I opened up my shop thinking I could get the old machines going for cust.but old time cust thinking old time prices
@bmxbarron
2 жыл бұрын
i enjoy tinkering, i enjoy riding, i enjoy fixing them
@Melinda-ul1hq
4 ай бұрын
I just bought two and they big down they have ran right but I can’t turn the choke all the way on that’s when they die but they go.about 3 miles an hour. What’s wrong
@papadonjetski9535
3 ай бұрын
Well, it could be several things, but the first thing to do, if you haven't already, is clean or rebuild the carbs and replace the fuel lines. If they have set up for any length of time it gums up the carbs and restricts the fuel flow.
@myrontartsah7709
5 ай бұрын
Just bought two gsx seadoos , one runs and the other starts but won’t stay started. Found an engine on eBay rebuilt for 600. If I was to get the motor , is it easy to take out and replace?
@papadonjetski9535
4 ай бұрын
Hey, sorry I missed this question. In case it still matters, the engines are pretty easy to remove. Where you sure the engine was bad and needed to be replaced?
@spyderyates4587
3 ай бұрын
I thought this was a great video. Great job. I know what you mean about putting them in the water for the first time
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate it. I'm glad I'm not alone on that feeling.
@apocolypse11
2 ай бұрын
If u know how to work on them yes. But actually know how to work on them. Lol
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
I'm still learning.
@SleepingGaint
Ай бұрын
Sounds like one could make a fortune fixing these.
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
I don't know. People do not want to put a lot of money into these old pwcs and it makes sense.
@ivarsmatisons
Жыл бұрын
Interesanti 2:27
@adamvu119
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Don after watched this video look like I following you footsteps 🤣🤣 last summer I purchased a 24’ project boat this year I end up with 50’yacht 1 jet ski, yesterday we got the same jet-boat as your. I’m have some knowledge about diesel, and 4 cycles engine. But have no idea about 2stroke thank for all the information you sharing.
@miamibirds
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video, today one of my coworker that i trust offered me one of his old jetski ( 96 gti ) for a good deal and it even runs. But i was a bit scared about what if it breaks down since i dont want to spend a fortune bringing it to the shop because i have zero knowledge . First thing i did after work after he offered me was going on youtube , first video i watched was this one and 20 minutes later i was calling my coworker telling him im buying his jet ski next week end. Thank you for your honest advises and video.
@mattbrown5511
2 жыл бұрын
I'm in south Miss. Summers are no joke down here. I just don't have a place to work on projects anymore. God bless.
@rudolphna54
2 жыл бұрын
Few months ago picked up a 95 Wave Venture 701 that "needed a top end rebuild" for $600 with trailer. Well, ultimately I ended up having to ship it off to a rebuilder because one of the cylinders needed resleeved due to being gouged, and also having 330+ hours on the original crank. That was $1300 including shipping both ways. Then the carb rebuild kits, new fuel/oil lines, filters, various bolts that broke when removing them. Added a bilge pump, new battery, and it goes on. Sometimes you can get away cheap but other times it'll cost you multiple times your initial investment- I could have taken the money and put it on a down payment for a brand new less finicky one lol.
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Well for me, I couldn't have done that. Once I found out the real condition of the ski I would have sold it or parted out. I couldn't sink that much money into an old ski because as you said, it just goes on.
@ClubMayview
2 жыл бұрын
Nothing like dumping un-combusted gasoline and oil into the water...
@matthewcohen3521
4 ай бұрын
I enjoyed the video, I'm just getting into 2 stroke jet skis, specifically Sea-Doos currently. Picked up my first last year, a super clean 98 GSI for $200, threw spark plugs in it and then took it to the lake for a week, ran absolutely beautifully, and was shocked how much fun I had. Had to replace the VTS motor, found it funny that it was a Nissan window motor. 😆 Now I've got a 99 GSX limited that I'm rebuilding, and I'm about to go look at a 96 GSX.
@papadonjetski9535
3 ай бұрын
Sounds like you are hooked! I think they are great hobbies.
@DcComplete
2 ай бұрын
Where can I get one?
@papadonjetski9535
Ай бұрын
Start on marketplace.
@ronellis8312
Жыл бұрын
Excellent !!!! I got into JetSkis the exact same way. Thanks for posting this.
@davidotto1611
2 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a pair of 99 seadoo gs's on a nice galvanized double trailer for $2400 yesterday, when I got them home I put on the batteries the seller gave me and by all surprise they both fired right up, but I would like to fully go through them and make sure all is well, any recommendations ? The seller was asking $2500 as is cause they sat for a year or $3500 and he would get them running and registration updated, I chose the $2500 route and he volunteered to knock off $100 towards registration, I felt like it was a great deal
@papadonjetski9535
2 жыл бұрын
Hey David, the first thing I would do, if they still have the oil injection, is check your oil lines to make sure they are flexible and in good shape. Also make sure they are attached really well. I would check compression and it that is good then clean the inside of the hull really good so that going forward you can easily spot any oil leaks. I would check the jet pump bearings, wear ring, and possibly the oil in the pump cone. If all of that is good then I would just have some fun on them.
@brianturner1378
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2003 polaris freedom I bought brand new. No trouble with it in 20yrs. Stored outside in 30 40 below celcius. New battery every se one year. No plugs every spring just because. Good to go. And still goes around 50 miles an hour on a good day
@papadonjetski9535
11 ай бұрын
That is awesome.
@adamp834
2 жыл бұрын
Great ski's I know.i rode GTI love bombardier 2 stroke
@bnieves100
2 жыл бұрын
I have a 1986 JS 550 Kawasaki it always ran beautiful and one day I just decided not to drive it anymore now that I wanna get it back in the water what is the first thing I should do should Should I just buy carburetor for it what do you think I haven’t even tried to start it
@risingembersgaming7740
Жыл бұрын
Throw in a battery, gas in the plug holes
@RefinedMayweather
Жыл бұрын
I seen a 97 GSI that I like but it’s not running. Quoted it’s been sitting awhile! What usually does it take to get these back on the water? Just spoke with him said he changed spark plugs and new battery getting no power
@papadonjetski9535
Жыл бұрын
Well, I have been very fortunate with some of the skis I've bought because it took very little to get them running. I've had to rebuild the engine on 3 others so you just never know. I have another video on what tools to take with you when looking at a possible project jet ski. In that video I go over what I like to check and test before making a decision on buying. If the seller will let you mess with it a little you may be able to tell if it is worth the chance. I don't know if I've helped because every situation is different and there is no easy answer.
@RefinedMayweather
Жыл бұрын
@@papadonjetski9535 thanks
@antoniomccoy9451
2 жыл бұрын
I have the opportunity to purchase a 1997 Polaris SLT 700 and a 1997 SeaDoo GS with a dual trailer for $3,000 all in great condition deal or no deal??
@leviathan5908
2 жыл бұрын
It’s a deal
@debbest8546
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like you picked up a good hobby and turned into an expert on 2 strokes.
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