How to Stop the Water in the Hull of a Sea-Doo

Bombardier's Sea-Doo brand of watercraft includes jet skis. The watercraft are designed for variations of luxury touring, fast-accelerating sports, tow sports and fuel efficiency. Jet skis engines are directly coupled to a drive shaft that rotates an impeller. The water flows through the impeller to a venturi which accelerated the water and provides thrust moving the watercraft through the water. Sometimes water can become present in the bilge. Water in the hull can be corrected by performing some inspections and taking corrective action if necessary.

Things You'll Need

  • Replacement bilge plug
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the watercraft from the water and inspect the hull for cracks or damage. Even hair-line cracks can cause water infiltration. Have any cracks repaired.

    • 2

      Remove the bilge drain plug and tilt the vessel backwards and allow the water to drain out. Inspect the plug for damage and signs of aging. Clean or replace the plug if necessary, and clean the threads that the plug uses if they look fouled. Replace the bilge plug and tighten it securely. Wipe up excess water.

    • 3

      Open the storage cover on some models, like the GTS and GTI models, and inspect the water tank trap drains. Remove any obstructions.

    • 4

      Unscrew the drain plug -- if you store the watercraft without a tarp -- and leave the seat partially opened. Leaving the seat partially opened helps prevents corrosion in the engine.