Is it hard to rebuild a Seadoo supercharger?

REBUILDING THE ENTIRE SUPERCHARGER IS VERY HARD. These things spin at 45,000RPM and need to handed by someone with experience. If you want to save money, buy the kit, remove the charger (the most expensive part of the job) and take it to an authorized dealer for them to rebuilt it.

When should I rebuild my Seadoo supercharger?

Sea-Doo Superchargers require a rebuild every 100 hours or 2 years (which ever comes first).

Prevent bearing failure. The impeller spins are speeds up to 50,000 RPM, and the bearings are rated at 2 years or 100 hours.
Prevent washer failure.
Restore Lost Performance.

How long does it take to rebuild a Seadoo supercharger?

between 100 and 200 hours
All 185 HP and higher Sea-Doo machines eventually need a supercharger rebuild. Normally performed between 100 and 200 hours, this video goes through step by step instructions on rebuilding a Sea-Doo supercharger on a 2005 GTX 185.

How often should supercharger be rebuilt?

It’s a good idea to rebuild the supercharger but no worry about ceramics and the inherant damage they can cause with an 03 model. Two years or 100hours is the recommended rebuild interval.

How do I know if my SeaDoo supercharger is bad?

To check your supercharger, take the intake air hose off and reach in with your fingers… try to turn the air wheel inside by fingertip. If you can turn it by fingertip without A LOT of effort, something’s wrong! If you can actually spin it by fingertip then something’s REALLY WRONG.

What happens if your supercharger fails?

When the supercharger belt Power suddenly breaks, it stops spinning the supercharger. Once the supercharger stops turning the screws or blades inside the supercharger, it will not be forcing air into the manifold and thus robbing the engine of a tremendous amount of horsepower.

How long do Seadoo superchargers last?

How Often do Sea-Doo Superchargers Need to be Rebuilt? On the pre-2017 Sea-Doo, the supercharger needs to be rebuilt after 100 hours or 2 years, whichever comes first. After 2017, Sea-Doo has described their superchargers as ‘maintenance-free’, and only recommends an inspection every 200 hours.

How do I know if my Seadoo supercharger is bad?

How much does it cost to get a supercharger rebuilt?

If you replace a supercharger it can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,500, depending on your local dealer. It’s best to shop around as every dealership is different. Also, don’t forget to check out local jet ski repair shops.

How much is a supercharger rebuild?

If you do it by yourself, be prepared to pay around $300-$350 for this rebuild kit. Beware, rebuilding a supercharger is not like an oil change. If you mess up something, it can result in very serious damage and costly repairs, so the best practice is to get it done by a professional mechanic!

What happens when a supercharger fails?

How many hours on a GTX 215 supercharger?

I’m taking a 2008 GTX 215 for a test ride this weekend, it is lady driven with approx. 70 hours on it. now I’ve read over and over again that you should rebuild the supercharger every 100 hours.

How do I rebuild my Sea-Doo supercharger?

If you want to rebuild a Sea-Doo supercharger, you have three opportunities to choose from: 1. The most convenient way is to get it done by your dealership as part of the yearly maintenance. Don’t forget, on many Sea-Doos the supercharger has to be rebuilt every second year (or 100 hours), but you can consider rebuilding it every year.

How much does it cost to replace a supercharger on a car?

Another popular solution is to remove the supercharger yourself and mail it to a professional shop that can rebuild the supercharger for you. Once it’s done, the shop will return the supercharger by mail. This process usually takes 3-4 days and costs around $450-$550.

What to do with a 14 year old supercharger?

It’s 14 years old – the bearing cages are ready to disintegrate, requiring…… yes, you guessed it, an engine teardown and rebuild! Get the supercharger rebuilt with the latest SeaDoo rebuild kit, if you decide to get it. Figure about a grand if you have someone do it for you. Use that to bargain the price down.