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noagenda
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7/20/2006 11:38:21 AM
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Have Yamaha XLT 800, 2 years old and rarely used. It seems every time we get to the lake we have trouble starting. When it does start, and runs awhile, it's OK. It is the first start after setting up a week or three, that is problematic, even when battery is charged. Any advice as to how to get it to turnover faster?
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BigFoot
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7/20/2006 12:17:14 PM
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Cat will probably weigh in on this one. My 13 yr. old VXR's require a little shot of wd40 or starter fluid(although not recommended) when starting for first time after week or so...just not getting the fuel delivered in timely fashion. I have never had that problem with my '99 seadoo gtx....although I am certainly not recommending seadoo. My next pwc will be a Yamaha.
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noagenda
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7/20/2006 12:41:44 PM
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where/how do you spray it? Machanically ....I am a nerd.
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ALAJeeper
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7/20/2006 1:20:47 PM
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I have a 2002 XLT800 and have experienced the same thing. This may sound strange to try, but might work for you, too. Turn the fuel source to Res (Reservoir) and choke it and hold the starter until it cranks. A fellow Waverunner owner with the same problem suggested it to me and it has worked for me. I don't know the science behind why it worked. =) Be sure to turn the fuel source back to On after it cranks.
Hope this helps
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BigFoot
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7/20/2006 2:03:26 PM
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I use a can with the little red straw that clicks into the aerosol spray device and shoot a short spray into the throat of the carburetor. Assuming there is fire to the plugs, it should start up immediately and the increased pull on the fuel line will draw the gas on in and you would be good for the day. The problem with using starter spray is the absence of oil in the spray. That is why some use wd40 which contains oil. I'm not sure this is good advice with a pwc as new as yours. My vxr's have a rectangular plastic carb cover that I have drilled a small hole for the
red straw to go thru above the carb...saves having the take the carb cover off and put back on.....anybody doing this should make sure to take the cover off to drill the hole to avoid getting the little plastic filings down into the carb which would require a complete carb cleanout. I have also poured about a thimble full of gas-oil mix into carb....probably better way but more time-consuming........now I will deservedly get scolded by
the experts on this post................interesting post about switching to
reserve...think I will try that on the vxr's........
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Pier Pressure
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7/20/2006 2:20:54 PM
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RES stands for reserve. If you run completely out of fuel, turn the knob to RES and restart. It will limp you to nearest fuel stop....
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ALAJeeper
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7/20/2006 2:42:44 PM
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Yes it does stand for Reserve.That is why it is important to teurn it back to On after it cranks. Hopefully you don't get low enough to need the Reserve. Apparently my brain was in neutrel as I was typing. Thanks for the correction.
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BigFoot
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7/20/2006 2:54:55 PM
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It actually is a little 'reservoir' in the bottom of the gas tank...or at least in
mine it's that way....
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Pier Pressure
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7/20/2006 3:00:43 PM
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Either way. I am glad they exist. I had to use the one on my dirt bike lots in my youth...
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noagenda
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Thanks to all....
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7/20/2006 3:02:27 PM
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I will try the reserve thing first and if all else fails....do the drill thing. I will also be sure to turn off gas when not in use. Definitely been guilty of leaving oin "on" position.
Any other remedies/isights from forum will continue to be appreciated.
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Osms
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7/20/2006 3:20:02 PM
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You might consider trying Sta-Bil in your gas and cut your gas off and let your motor starve to die at the end of each weekend. The fuel left in the carb will leave a varnish substance as it dries up. This will make for stopped up jets, which sounds like your problem. The Sta-Bil keeps water (moisture) out of the gas and helps clear out varnish and other crud.
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BigFoot
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Thanks to all....
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7/20/2006 6:20:47 PM
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That makes sense.........would like to hear what Cat has to say......
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surfjumper
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7/20/2006 10:58:04 PM
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I am not sure on you specific model but one idea would be to replace the choke with a primer. On older models this isn't a terribly hard modification but if you choose any of the respectable marina’s can probably accommodate you (other members may have specifics on a good marina or mechanic).
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| Name: |
BigFoot
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7/21/2006 8:43:15 AM
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I have seen those primer kits for the older models on ebay for $15-20...would appear to be fairly easy to install.
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