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Dead Spyder
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oldguyinTX
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It can't hurt to try and get a "goodwill gesture" from BRP to get this fixed at no cost to you. They have been known to do this in the past for repairs on Spyders that are out of warranty. As my dad always said, "You can't get what you don't ask for". Good luck to you.
Bob Denman
New member
:agree: it cant' hurt to ask; Good luck!! :thumbup:
spyderCodes
Member
Here's hoping that it's just an oil screen clog that can be remedied quickly.
And I am keeping good thoughts.
However I doubt it.
The low pressure (oil can) screen has a really low threshold due to the value of oil pressure switch.
I think it's on the order of 5 to 8 psi which basically means if there is that little oil pressure by the time you see it and react it's game over.
It's difficult for me to see how the oil screen could be clogged with only 14K on the clock.
I 'm sure it has had at least one oil change(probably 3).
So, that leaves the oil pump going south.
But a bad oil pump doesn't really explain the full oil tank either.
It sounds like the pickup from the tank was blocked somewhere in the line.
There is a rubber hose that connects the oil tank to the engine and that might have been kinked or obstructed.
All of the above causes really suck.
And I am keeping good thoughts.
However I doubt it.
The low pressure (oil can) screen has a really low threshold due to the value of oil pressure switch.
I think it's on the order of 5 to 8 psi which basically means if there is that little oil pressure by the time you see it and react it's game over.
It's difficult for me to see how the oil screen could be clogged with only 14K on the clock.
I 'm sure it has had at least one oil change(probably 3).
So, that leaves the oil pump going south.
But a bad oil pump doesn't really explain the full oil tank either.
It sounds like the pickup from the tank was blocked somewhere in the line.
There is a rubber hose that connects the oil tank to the engine and that might have been kinked or obstructed.
All of the above causes really suck.
Dan McNally
New member
So sorry to read about this. I didn't get the extended warranty, either, when I first purchased - but after watching this website for a few months, I sprang for one - and it paid for itself, last Fall.
I won't own one, without a warranty, after that - they are beyond my feeble brain to maintain.
I agree with the folks who are suggesting you ask BRP to step up - it isn't like you have 80,000 on it.
I won't own one, without a warranty, after that - they are beyond my feeble brain to maintain.
I agree with the folks who are suggesting you ask BRP to step up - it isn't like you have 80,000 on it.
bmccaffrey
New member
I agree with the warranty part.
Cleaning the screen at 14000 is ridiculous. Understand preventive .
With todays oils and filters. Will not check mine as many others here have not
If it's plugged other issues.
Jt your the man that will figure it out. Keep us posted
Cleaning the screen at 14000 is ridiculous. Understand preventive .
With todays oils and filters. Will not check mine as many others here have not
If it's plugged other issues.
Jt your the man that will figure it out. Keep us posted
Bobleach45
New member
Lots of thoughts
This is why this forum is so great, lots of people willing to share knowledgeable thoughts and people that care about others. I can't add anything but best wishes for a safe recovery mission and we'll all be looking forward to hearing the conclusion to the saga.
This is why this forum is so great, lots of people willing to share knowledgeable thoughts and people that care about others. I can't add anything but best wishes for a safe recovery mission and we'll all be looking forward to hearing the conclusion to the saga.
Bfromla
Well-known member
:agree: But do feel a need for a certified tech to help chime in:firstplace: :chat:
HAY BRP :hun: That would be good part of customer service accomplished with minimal effort. We customers dont need to learn through pain & expense. The dealerships know how to help
Why not the manufacturer?:dontknow: (Sending the surveys:banghead
Bob Denman
New member
Glad to hear that you made it home safely; rest up! :thumbup:
billybovine
Active member
Good to hear. The 3rd year extra warranty is such a popular promotional item. It's hard to buy a Spyder that does not have that.
Bob Denman
New member
Dan McNally
New member
Really glad to hear about the warranty! They are well worth the cost!
oldguyinTX
New member
Great News!! $50 out of pocket is way better than what would surely have been big bucks. Now, playing devil's advocate, what about getting home, going back, hauling it home, gas, hotel, etc.? Talked to a guy a couple of years ago that had the engine on a 2014 RT blow up on the way home from SpyderFest. Long story short, BRP paid for the tow back to Springfield (not BRP Roadside Assistance, which bites) , 2 nights in a hotel, and replaced the engine. Best of all possible outcomes for him. That is what customer service is all about. BRP should do more of this.
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