Rotax 717 and 720 reliability

Jimwhall

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Looking at a couple of 1999 Sea Doos. I'm just looking for a couple of years of fun with my older sons. I know these are old.

Sea test checks out. Hoses look good. Compression is good. Other than that, I've heard these gen Rotax engines have good reputations for reliability. Is this true? If I can get a couple summers out of them for the price I'd be okay.
 

Scott Danforth

Grumpy Vintage Moderator still playing with boats
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Published reliability 27 years ago means nothing. How were they maintained the last 27 years?
 
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