2017 Scarab 165 Ghost Flush Ports

[tmashburn1967]

We just purchased a 2017 Scarab and for the most part, I am figuring everything out on my own. But, for the life of me I cannot find the flush port since we are in saltwater only this seems extra important. Can anyone elaborate in detail. Some have tried to describe its location and it didn’t help.

 

[Luc Lafreniere]

Proper order:

1. Engine on.
2. Water pressure on.
3. Water pressure off.
4. Engine off.

No need to run it long. 20 sec should be enough. The official number is to NEVER run above 2 min. Almost all of us never run above 60 sec. You can damage the drive line seal (carbon ring) if you don't follow this rule.

 

[tmashburn1967]

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Proper order:

1. Engine on.
2. Water pressure on.
3. Water pressure off.
4. Engine off.

No need to run it long. 20 sec should be enough. The official number is to NEVER run above 2 min. Almost all of us never run above 60 sec. You can damage the drive line seal (carbon ring) if you don't follow this rule.

I am assuming this picture is in the engine compartment, someone sent me a similar photo and I could not match it up to find it.
I am 100% sure that it is right in front of my face.

 

[Luc Lafreniere]

lol It's on the left of the jet nozzle. NOT in the engine compartment. Look upper-left of your jet nozzle under the stern of the boat.

May I make a recommendation? You should go and read the manuals. I'll post two links here.. one sec.

 

[Luc Lafreniere]

Scarab Owner's Manual (everything that is NOT engine related): Scarab Jet Boats | Owners | Owners Manuals

BRP Operator's Manual (everything engine related): https://www.operatorsguides.brp.com/

For the last one, select Rotax>JPS>Two letter code representing your year where AA=2014 onward>Engine HP.

 

[Luc Lafreniere]

Since you're a new newbie... please note that if for some reason you feel the need to remove the intake grate under the boat to access/remove debris/rope, etc. Do NOT remove the intake grate. It is NOT removable. I know the bolt heads look highly tempting, but you will cause a leak that is very hard to fix. The correct way to access this is through the stern of the boat. It's a pretty easy job. When/if the time comes, ask for guidance. But do not try to remove the intake grate under the boat.