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  1. R

    FSH 190 occasional hard start

    Hello my 2017 FSH 190 630 hours has an occasional hard start I can’t figure it out.. It happens sometimes during cold start but mostly after running for a while then sitting in a fishing spot for an hour or two then it takes 2-3 key cranks to start.. maybe ignition switch or lanyard sensor? Is...
  2. TheUpholsteryGuy

    UPHOLSTERY SKINS

    HEY GUYS ANYONE NEED UPHOLSTERY OR SKIN SET FOR THERE YAMAHAS 230 240 232 242 210 212 I AM LOCATED IN NJ AND DO UPHOLSTERY AND SKINS TO SHIP OUT FOR YOU GUYS TO UPHOLSTER YOURSELFS TO SAFE SOME $$$ SKIN SET START AT 2150$ SHIPPED AND CAN GO UP TO 2850$ SHIPPED VIA UPS
  3. R

    Sudden loss of power/RPM

    Hello I’m new to jet boating I’ve owned many boats with outboards and I’m definitely having a hard time transitioning 😅 I purchased a 2017 Yamaha 190 FSH and I’m having a bitter sweet relationship with it after running into several problems. I’m now experiencing a new issue and I’m looking for...
  4. G

    2017 Yamaha 212x check engine

    Hello. New to the forum. I just bought a new to me 2017 212x and I'm freaking out a little bit. I have my boat on trailer and yesterday I started it up without water for literally less than 5 seconds. I would actually say like not more than 3 seconds. Today I found some mold in the engine...
  5. J

    Should I buy this boat?

    Hey so I recently found a Sugar sand tango 4 + 2 Jet boat on Facebook marketplace and I was wondering if this is a good jet boat to buy. The person wants $1000 and the ad says "Nice solid jet boat, engine needs to be reconnected". This would be my first project boat and I was just wondering if...
  6. MorrisonJan

    2017 Yamaha AR190, No start just a Click. Need Help

    How it all started… Batteries were fully drained by a bad sound system set up. Charged them and started up but after a few the batieres weren’t holding up so under warranty I replaced them to be 100% on the water. Sunday came around, boat fired up over 4 times without a problem but didn’t...
  7. 18212X

    212 X Steering Problem

    So I have currently run into an issue with my 2018 212X steering. Took it out this past weekend and quickly learned that it wouldn’t steer to the left. Both jet nozzles turn to the right with ease but stop dead when they reach center. I checked both jet nozzles and even disconnected the...
  8. topherbd16

    Gauge removal help

    I’m swapping one of the RPM gauges for a Hydrophase Ridesteady gauge on my ‘18 212x. Problem I’m running into is unthreading the all white gauge. The panel came out super easy. Lefty loosey with an oil filter tool and a ton of force (feels like I’m close to breaking the dash so I’m pretty...
  9. T

    350 Rocket Engine Info

    Hi all, first time poster, just bought a 72 Kona Jet boat and it has a 350 Oldsmobile rocket in it. Just curious if anyone has any experience with this motor, im trying to ID what year the motor is and would just like some general info on it. It needs some work so im just trying to gather some...
  10. Forrest_g

    175 xr2 engine problems

    Hey everyone, I have a 175 xr2 sport jet and it seems to only be firing on 5 cylinders and It will only rev to 4900, iv replaced the coil on the cylinder that’s doesn’t seem to be firing and it is still only revving to 4900, after it wasn’t revving out I swapped the spark plug wires from that...
  11. sebmcadet

    Stuck in mud then no Power!! (AR192) -- Problem Solved

    NEED HELP! Went out at sea came back a little late, it was getting dark, got stuck in mud. Motor was at 6000rpm then. Engine immediately high RPM and within seconds shut down. Impeller got stuck I suspect. Went walking into deeper water, anchored it. Cleaned the access port. Nothing substantial...
  12. T

    Looking to buy my first boat

    Hello everyone. I'm new here. I'm looking to by my first boat. I just recently sold 2 jet skis (well, one jet-ski-2002 Kawasaki 1100Zxi, and one waverunner-1997 Yamaha GP1200, both 2 strokes). I'm currently looking at two options. One is a two owner 2007 Yamaha AR230 HO with roughly 400...
  13. Boats N hoes

    Having trouble figuring out how to retrieve fault codes on my scarab

    the check engine light is on for my 2015 scarab 165 I’m trying to pull the codes can anyone help me?
  14. S

    1995 Sierra Viper Question s

    Hello everyone. So from what I can tell is I have a 1995 Sierra Viper jet boat titled as a Mirrocraft oped bow jet. I can't seem to find ANY information on it. Looking for an owners manual mainly but would like any other information to let me know common issues, experience, ECT. The boat has a...
  15. Dnickers9

    Any Ideas!!!

    2018 212x 34 hrs. This weekend went to start boat before going into water, the starboard (right) engine would just crank and not start. Opened the lid and it cranked over and started. While running both engines I would close the engine lid with regular pressure it would immediately kill the...
  16. C

    Boat Surveyor and Certified Yamaha Tech Question.

    I'm getting close to making a purchase on a 242 yamaha and as this is our first boat purchase I wanted to ensure I'm taking all the right precautions to ensure we are buying a good boat. I have talked with a surveyor and got a quote for his services but still need to find a certified Yamaha tech...
  17. E

    Need help, I can not decided between the 2018 212x or the 2018 242 limited S E series

    This is my first boat, and I have two daughters 8 and 6 and have a budget of no more than 85k Canadian I can purchase either boat at this price both new, but am really struggling with which one to buy...I know first world problem right. But we will hold it for 10 years. So do I buy the fully...
  18. tahmad575

    2005 Yamaha sx 230 Steering Cable DIY HELP!

    Hello All, I recently purchased a 2005 yamaha sx230 jet boat with a broken steering cable. Any links or videos of a detailed "how to" ? I need to replace the broken steering cable but I cant seem to find any info online Any help would be appreciated thanks.
  19. mrodz123

    Flooded Engine Compartment - Engines Won't Start

    Greetings Jetboaters! Long time reader, first time poster. I wish my first post could have been something less serious, but alas I could really use your advice on this one. Last week my fiance and I went out for an evening cruise to watch the sunset. We usually head out for dinner on the water...
  20. Matty

    Lost power the other night

    So I got the boat working... rectifier was the charging system problem. Out for a nice ride the other night and out of nowhere it was like a lost a cylinder or 2...just a cough and sputtered. Limped in to harbour at idle(which was fine). Checking the plugs and coils...coils seem rusty but not...
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