slickwilly
04-27-2012, 12:37 PM
First real post so be gentle.
Things I have learned about my 1995 PS 205 from searching and reading here( Thank you) and my own experience. Hopefully this helps someone else out.
Never allow anyone on platform if engine is running. Never, not for a second.
Always check for the plug is in when launching the boat. Duh, done this twice but I can screw that puppy in pretty quick.
To retrieve boat at launch, put trailer in water till the water is just below the fenders. This is at my ramp with my boat. YMMV
Got a nice water line sunbrella cover from skiboatcovers.com.
Use skateboard grip tape to replace grip tape on fenders of trailer.
The fuel gauge can be repaired easily doesn’t need to be replaced.
The fuel pump has a screen that clogs because the fuel filter is after the pump. Put in an aux one before the fuel pump.
If throttle gets sticky it can be hard old grease in it. Clean it.
Anyone can be taught to drive a ski boat -my wife included.
The cigarette lighter can’t handle a spot light for very long before it trips the breaker.
The raw water pump has a replace-able seal on the engine side that SKIDIM.com carries.
Magic erasers can be used on spots on the interior.
Black magic marker can be used for touching up the windshield frame scratches.
The black center roller on the trailer should be replaced with a poly one and while you are at it trim the metal bracket that holds it so in case the inner hub breaks it won’t get your hull.
Trailer brakes -replace brake lines and go with rotors when the master or cylinders go.
Always grease the wheel bearings and use bearing buddies and covers.
Things I still need to learn.
How to fix my hot start problem within out extended cranking.
Need to install trailer drag wheels so I don’t drag when leaving the ice cream joint after skiing.
Things I have learned about my 1995 PS 205 from searching and reading here( Thank you) and my own experience. Hopefully this helps someone else out.
Never allow anyone on platform if engine is running. Never, not for a second.
Always check for the plug is in when launching the boat. Duh, done this twice but I can screw that puppy in pretty quick.
To retrieve boat at launch, put trailer in water till the water is just below the fenders. This is at my ramp with my boat. YMMV
Got a nice water line sunbrella cover from skiboatcovers.com.
Use skateboard grip tape to replace grip tape on fenders of trailer.
The fuel gauge can be repaired easily doesn’t need to be replaced.
The fuel pump has a screen that clogs because the fuel filter is after the pump. Put in an aux one before the fuel pump.
If throttle gets sticky it can be hard old grease in it. Clean it.
Anyone can be taught to drive a ski boat -my wife included.
The cigarette lighter can’t handle a spot light for very long before it trips the breaker.
The raw water pump has a replace-able seal on the engine side that SKIDIM.com carries.
Magic erasers can be used on spots on the interior.
Black magic marker can be used for touching up the windshield frame scratches.
The black center roller on the trailer should be replaced with a poly one and while you are at it trim the metal bracket that holds it so in case the inner hub breaks it won’t get your hull.
Trailer brakes -replace brake lines and go with rotors when the master or cylinders go.
Always grease the wheel bearings and use bearing buddies and covers.
Things I still need to learn.
How to fix my hot start problem within out extended cranking.
Need to install trailer drag wheels so I don’t drag when leaving the ice cream joint after skiing.