[srsbz]

What is your maintenance schedule? Just curious what everyone here follows.

 

[Neptune]

I hadn't really thought about a maintenance schedule. I will probably just make sure it is running well through the summer and then do a major tune up at the beginning and end of each summer.

Is there something else you are supposed to do to keep the Spark in good working order?

 

[seaking]

Not sure either, this will be my first PWC. Going to have to look at the owners manual and follow that or alter it with what ever knowledge i gain.

 

[srsbz]

found this article on PWC maintenance

PWC Maintenance

 

[seaking]

found this article on PWC maintenance

PWC Maintenance

Great read, something newbs MUST go through before anything. Best to arm yourself with any knowledge you can before getting out into the water.

 

[Hunter090]

That is quite the read. I didn't realize you had to do so much after each ride, but it all makes sense after reading through it. I'll follow the Spark's owner's manual for the first while. If I figure out a short cut or extra things to do I'll add them in.

 

[srsbz]

Just like a boat. Gotta keep it clean

Salt water is not friendly to parts.

 

[seaking]

Just like a boat. Gotta keep it clean

Salt water is not friendly to parts.

Exactly, gotta protect your investment, can't neglect it.

 

[srsbz]

 

[BTMG]

not everyone id going to ride the spark in salt water though!

the operators manual will tell you everything you need to know about maintenance intervals...

http://www.operatorsguides.brp.com/...s/OwnersManuals_SSA/attach/01/2014/2778EN.pdf

 

[seaking]

How to maintain your PWC - YouTube

at least that just shows the minimum you need to do after each ride, good for beginners that just want to know some quick basics.

 

[srsbz]

not everyone id going to ride the spark in salt water though!

the operators manual will tell you everything you need to know about maintenance intervals...

http://www.operatorsguides.brp.com/...s/OwnersManuals_SSA/attach/01/2014/2778EN.pdf

thanks for the link - again.

just wondering if anyone else has their own maintenance schedule or tasks

 

[destef1]

You can get the workshop manual online and it covers everything, only $14.95

But really theres not to much that needs doing, check your fluids and flush it after each ride and it will last.

 

[seaking]

You can get the workshop manual online and it covers everything, only $14.95

But really theres not to much that needs doing, check your fluids and flush it after each ride and it will last.

that plus there will be some DIY's and How-To's posted here. I doubt there will need to be any big jobs done, mostly small stuff for now. There's already one small How-To posted here.

 

[SeadoosparkHO]

Is there any sort of clear wax to apply to the top side of my spark to protect the plastic from fade.

 

[tmobileguy]

Is there any sort of clear wax to apply to the top side of my spark to protect the plastic from fade.

I plan on use this...seems to get rave reviews and the few negatives it had were all people trying to use it on fabric which it isnt designed for...

 

[Mark]

Available at west marine but it can be slippery . I have used it on inflatables. You should not use it in standing areas or on seat.

 

[TK423]

I plan on use this...seems to get rave reviews and the few negatives it had were all people trying to use it on fabric which it isnt designed for...

Amazon.com: 303 Products 30350 Aerospace Protectant - 32 oz.: Automotive

That stuff is great. I use it on my truck. Has a little bit of shine though, so if you're looking for a matte finish there are better options.

 

[tmobileguy]

Available at west marine but it can be slippery . I have used it on inflatables. You should not use it in standing areas or on seat.

wonder if you sprayed the hull if the spark would go faster?

 

[Mark]

If it's sprayed with a a product like Fluid Film and not flipped in salt water , and you pull the drain plug after using , how often should you have to hose off engine with fresh water?