Towing Your PWC Behind A Boat

Towing a PWC looks much easier than it actually is. It is important to not skip the proper steps or ignore the manufacturer’s recommendation; otherwise, you may run into trouble along the way with a high probability of your PWC sinking. This is why Tracy Motorsports has provided a basic guide on how to safely tow your PWC behind a boat.

After you’re done reading, we invite you to browse our website to take a look at our wide range of PWCs for sale. If you can stop by at our physical location in Tracy, CA, that would be even better. One of our friendly staff can walk you through some models that will best fit you.

Towing Slow

As mentioned, towing your PWC looks like quite an easy task to do. However, this involves more than the simple act of tying your water vessel behind your boat with a rope and pulling it. If done incorrectly, without any knowledge of what you are doing, you can cause severe damage to your PWC’s engine. 

Many people make the mistake of towing too fast, which is one of the most important things to avoid doing. This is why you should always refer to your owner’s manual to find out what speed you should be towing your specific model. The average speed is 5 MPH, but how fast you should go depends on the type of watercraft you own.

Towing Faster

There is a safe way to speed up the towing pace, but for it to work, you have to prepare in advance by making some modifications to your PWC. To make this possible, the installation of a shut-off valve, also referred to as a “water supply valve” needs to be done. This modification will prevent water from being forced through the exhaust system and reaching the cooling system. 

To properly install the shut-off valve you’ll need to carefully read and follow the detailed instructions provided in your owner’s manual. If you are experienced in conducting similar procedures, then it should be easy for you to do, but if not, you will want to get some professional help for the installation.

Once installed, make sure that you take the engine cover off and shut off the valve before you start towing your PWC. Remember to reopen the valve before using your PWC on the water. Failure to do so will result in your watercraft not having a way to cool down.

We recommend that you stop by at Tracy Motorsports so one of our experienced staff can provide you with further information on how to tow your PWC properly. We would love to answer any questions you may have. While you’re here, feel free to take a look at our wide selection of personal watercraft for sale. We are located in Tracy, CA, and provide our services to those from Stockton and Modesto, too.