2001 Seadoo GTX RFI Starter seized engine...

[oppeau]

Here's my problem: When pushing the starter button I can only hear the starter relay. Nothing from the starter. The battery is being loaded down to 6 volts when trying to start. Pulled the plugs and verified I could not turn the engine by hand using the flywheel on the rear of the motor. Jet drive is clear of any obstructions.

Pulled the starter, what a pain, Now the engine can be turned by hand. Appears the starter was binding the flywheel ring gear. I tested the starter stand-alone with the battery, turns fine, I did notice the front shaft appears to spin slightly out of round, hum... That's where I'm at. Any known issues with the starter? Thanks in advance..:emoticonb

[1fastski.com]

Re: 2001 Seadoo GTX RFI Starter seized engine...

a bent starter will do that . SBT has impressed me with there starters , good price fast shipping and the ONLY aftermarket starter so far that has not failed and has a lot of power .

you might want to pull the mag cover to check the theeth on the flywheel or atleast put your finger in the hole and turn the PTO slow to feel for any bent or broke theeth .

[oppeau]

Re: 2001 Seadoo GTX RFI Starter seized engine...

Using a mirror I was able to inspect the flywheel ring gear. They appeared OK, Bike has about 80 hours, we live on a small lake about 300 acres so lots of starting with short short rides.

[dank]

Re: 2001 Seadoo GTX RFI Starter seized engine...

Grab the front flywheel and pull up and down to make sure the front crank bearing has not went out. It should not move at all.

[oppeau]

Re: 2001 Seadoo GTX RFI Starter seized engine...

This wet bike is my wifes, we noticed over the years the starter button has gotten concaved which makes it harder to push. Long nails don't help either. She was doing a lot of false starts because of those issues. Just enough push on the switch to enage the starter but not turn it over. I'm replacing the red rubber switch cover also.