Advice on buying 20' Jet Boat with Sport Jet 175XR2

[Phillipkol]

I am looking at a couple of used 20 foot jet boats. One has a SportJet 175XR2. 200. hours.
Any advice on that powerplant?

Phil

[Bobberman]

Good power to weight ratio. Top manufactures like Rogue Marine and Motion marine use them.

[Jedcraft]

I bought a new 20 footer in 2001 with 175 SJ. Ran the nuts off it and never had any major issues. Did rebuild the starter once but installed a primer bulb and never had another issue with that. Had to replace the steering cable as it runs right in front of the exhaust vent and it melted the cable housing. A bit noisy and bad smokey when real cold.

[98ramtough]

Originally Posted by Bobberman

Good power to weight ratio. Top manufactures like Rogue Marine and Motion marine use them.

Rogue Marine top manufacturer?

Riddle Marine, Alumaweld, Thunderjet and numerous other builders use them too.

[WaterDog]

Originally Posted by 98ramtough

Rogue Marine top manufacturer?

Riddle Marine, Alumaweld, Thunderjet and numerous other builders use them too.

None of those metioned buildiers are even in the same class as Riddle.

The 175 is a bit cold blooded to start otherwise it's a good power plant. I had one in a Motion Marine and it worked well.

[98ramtough]

Notice I put Riddle first!

Originally Posted by WaterDog

None of those metioned buildiers are even in the same class as Riddle.

The 175 is a bit cold blooded to start otherwise it's a good power plant. I had one in a Motion Marine and it worked well.

[Best Fishes]

I have a Willie Preditor with a 175 SJ. Great motor for us. The boat is over 10 years old and we have never had a problem! Great power to weight ratio! We also use our boat to waterski. It works very good!

[Bobberman]

Originally Posted by 98ramtough

Rogue Marine top manufacturer?

Riddle Marine, Alumaweld, Thunderjet and numerous other builders use them too.

It's a top manufacture, right below North River

[98ramtough]

Originally Posted by Bobberman

It's a top manufacture, right below North River

Oh, you are talking about boat top manufacturers, like SunBrella and Topgun!

[WaterDog]

Originally Posted by 98ramtough

Oh, you are talking about boat top manufacturers, like SunBrella and Topgun!

Now that was funny!

[Lurp]

I have a 175 in an 18ft boat
yes they are cold blooded and a bit smokey when cold
but very reliable
10 yrs and only replaced starter
easy fix 4 bolts 2 wires exposed and easy to get to
cost 104.00 for starter on the net (pete's small engine parts)
and of course plugs and gear oil changes

[Nomoreflyguy]

Have a NR Sportster with 175. Enough power to pull skier. Pretty good on fuel. Can have 5 adults in boat with no problem getting on plane.

[HOOKUP]

Originally Posted by 98ramtough

Rogue Marine top manufacturer?

Riddle Marine, Alumaweld, Thunderjet and numerous other builders use them too.

98ramtough,
don't lnock those Rogue's just because they ride like crap doesnt mean they aren't the best.