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  1. 510Scarab

    200 + hours on a Scarab ?

    How many hours are on your Scarab ? How was the maintenance and did you have any issues along the way ? I’m finding most boat owners only post when they have a issue they can’t figure out or need help troubleshooting. Alot of Jet Boats are close to $100k, and the reliability seems grey from the...
  2. O

    Maintenance Issue - Alarm won’t turn off 2020 FSH 210

    I was on the water & an alarm went off telling me to service each of my engines. I already had the service scheduled but I ended up doing it myself. Now when I turn my boat on, it just beeps & says starboard engine maintenance due. The Yamaha Connext screen will not let me acknowledge it. The...
  3. Dim T

    Which is the best yacht management software in 2021?

    As we are moving into 2021, I was looking for solutions that could help me manage the maintenance of my boat. Currently, I have given this newcomer a try: PlanM8 They say that the idea is for yacht maintenance software to be as easy to use as Trello. In my experience, the service was...
  4. Y

    Engine Trouble. Single Engine failure, Second Engine Code, Help.

    Good Day Everyone, trying hard to be positive. Halfway through a scalloping adventure and a crazy storm that stuck us out in the gulf, when the storm passed We attempted to start up and head home before the next line rolled upon us. When I turned the key for the Port Engine all that was...
  5. Julian

    FAQ-Maintenance This is a test of forum based FAQs

    This is only a test. Sorry if this appears in new posts FAQ info here-----
  6. CharlieEcho

    10 hr maintenance - 1.75 Gallons oil removed!!!

    Hey everybody, I hate to be posting this, but I got a new 190 FSH Deluxe from my Nashville dealer less than a month ago and it is time for my 10 hr maintenance. The dealer knows I'm pretty handy and sold me the oil change kit no fuss, and said it wouldn't affect my 2 year YES warranty, go to...
  7. Coheeba

    2016 242 Winter Maintenance and Spring Startup

    I put together a winterizing and spring startup checklist with links. I want to thank Cam for the file that I used to modify for the 2016 242's. This is my take on what to do, don't hold me to any steps or links, this is purely for anyone to use or modify as you see fit. I hope this helps...
  8. AbuAyd

    Glastron service options near Austin, TX

    Hello Everyone, Glastron terminated their local dealer in my area near Austin, TX and it is hard to find a place with expertise on jetboats to do basic maintenance work. I was hoping to find owners who were in the same situation and get recommendations on what to do. I am starting to...
  9. S

    242-X Seacock Valve

    Hi All! Proud new owner of a 2016 242-x E-Series. The whole family is loving the boat. I've already met a number of other happy Yamaha owners out on Lake Wylie, SC... Quick question: Where is the seacock valve on this boat? The connext system is telling me to check this both on the home...
  10. Sean Scarab 195

    what's the best way to maintain a scarab jet boat when using it in saltwater frequently?

    I recently purchased a Scarab 195 and live a couple miles from the marina in Long Beach, CA. I take the boat out in the bay and ocean once a week, and to a local lake once a month. what's the best way to maintain a scarab jet boat when using it in saltwater frequently?
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