2004 GTX Reverse Problem

[ozarks]

The reverse on my seadoo isn't fully working. I can pull the lever to put it in reverse; however, when I put the lever back into forward, it stays in reverse. It works out of the water only. I found where the problem appears to be coming from. The cable connecting the the lever to the bucket had a part come disconnected from the hull. I have tried to screw it back in with no success. I'm not sure if I need to take the pump off, or how to fix it. Just seeing if anyone has had a problem like this, or knows if it can be fixed without bring it in to get service.

[Shacho762]

It appears the insert has broken off. There is plenty of write-ups pertaining to this issue. I replaced both of mines (reverse and steering) with aluminum fittings.

http://www.greenhulk.net/forums/show...e+cable+broken

[3ftDeep]

I've heard of this problem, but never actually saw a post until now. I replaced my steering insert with an aluminum, but thought I was being over-cautious. I highly recommend replacing it with an aluminum one instead of the stock Sea-Doo one.

[Myself]

Yep, broken cable nut. The ones I've fixed have been sitting in the water at slips. I would guess the long term water exposure rots the plastic.

[ozarks]

I have struggled to get the old threads out. I tried with a flat head screw driver and didn't have much success.

Also, how do you disconnect the rod from the reverse cable?