You’ve just gotten back from a fun ride out on the water, still dripping, you go to unload your Jet Ski and notice a scratch that wasn’t there before. To fix a scratch on a Jet Ski first identify the type of repair needed. Then you can begin the process of repair from the preparation…
As an avid jet ski or personal watercraft (PWC) owner, you will be familiar with the rush of adrenaline as you open up the throttle in open water. However, what happens if you get tired and feel the need to take a break? Or perhaps you just want to fish, or simply go for a…
Sea-Doo fault codes are trouble-shooting codes that are stored on your jet ski’s onboard computer or EMS (Engine Management System). The EMS will activate an error or fault code on your handlebar display if you have a problem with any of your jet ski systems. In the unlikely event of a problem, the combination of…
The reason why your jet ski won’t start and is beeping lies either in the computer or the engine. Jet skis are relatively straightforward machines that include a simple engine, a computer system, and a body. The body doesn’t affect the machine’s ability to start. The beep system built into your jet ski will help…
GoPros are the ultimate camera for active adventurers that want to capture memories underwater, on top of mountains, and everything in between. Although GoPro cameras are known for being quite indestructible, there are plenty of factors that could ruin your shot. You’ve seen the shaky video content that was poorly shot. This is often due…
Scuba tank explosions are not a myth. Under the right set of circumstances, the highly pressurized air in a scuba tank could explode, causing as much damage as approximately 300 grams of dynamite. This isn’t a chemical explosion, it is a mechanical explosion, or sudden burst due to rapid release of pressure. Scuba tanks have…
Many people fly to dive destinations, and don’t need to leave equipment in any vehicle for very long. However, there are also many of us who can drive to dive destinations, as well. This means we’ll be carrying and storing our gear in the car. This may includes pressurized scuba tanks. You can leave your…
There are a lot of men in the world who look great with facial hair. I’m not one of them. My beard finally turned grey several years ago, and I’ve shaved ever since. When I did have a beard, it was only during the winter season, and we dived from spring through fall. But some…
Sea Doo beep codes are programming to tell you that something is wrong with your vessel. To find out the meaning of your Sea-Doo’s beep code, you’ll need to remember what was happening just before it started beeping. You’ll also want to note how long each beep lasts, as well as the frequency of repetition. …
A wear ring can literally make or break your Sea-Doo. Knowing how to maintain your Sea-Doo wear ring properly will allow you to have a safe and enjoyable ride. A Sea-Doo wear ring is a thick plastic or stainless steel ring that wraps around the impeller on a Sea-Doo personal watercraft (PWC). The main purpose…
To beach a jet ski without risking damage, make sure you have a clear and unobstructed view of the place you want to store the craft. Approach slowly, idle speed is best. Turn off the engine when the intake is in about 3 feet of water, coast a few feet, then disembark and walk your…
A jet ski or PWC, like any other watercraft, can be painted to the match any owner’s preferences. Your Jet Ski, Sea Doo or Waverunner can be painted. The owner of the PWC should consider the type and color of paint to use, the purpose of the paint job, and how they wish to prepare the…
