I have an older boat I inherited. <BR> <BR>This is what it looks like: <BR><a href="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1235/1404535741_6f0d4461b6_b.jpg" target="_blank">http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1235/1404535741_6f0d4461b6_b.jpg</a> <BR><a href="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2273/1801258467_6319e96fa4_b.jpg" target="_blank">http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2273/1801258467_6319e96fa4_b.jpg</a> <BR><a href="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1255/1404534627_27f97e3871_b.jpg" target="_blank">http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1255/1404534627_27f97e3871_b.jpg</a> <BR> <BR>1) What would be the best way to wakeboard/kneeboard behind this boat? <BR>Tie the rope to the cleat? (it is a reinforced cleat) <BR> <BR>2) would it be possible to add a "wakeboard" tower to this boat? And how much have you guys paid to have these things installed on your boat if it is possible?
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Well, first see what the wake is like and if it is worth spending money on. I would try adding some kind of extended pylon (even a home made, simple one first just to check what the wake is like back there). If it sucks, sell the boat and by an SN2001 :D
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I would not put a tower on that boat. Wouldn't even think about it.
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I would sell that boat and buy like Greg said a SN2001, if you want a good cheap wakeboard boat.
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I can't sell the boat, it's a family heirloom practically. <BR> <BR>It's a 3500 lb. boat.. the wake is mammoth.. I know because i've water skied behind it, but I'm just getting into wakeboarding.
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Greg > Tell me more about the extended pylon, i'm not really sure what you mean. <BR> <BR>The wake is absolutely huge on this boat. <BR> <BR> <BR>Brandon > can you give me a "why" on your statement? Thanks!
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Everyone has there own opinion, it's a family heirloom, Rig up a boom, if you like it, call 13th floor or another tower company and do it. It's a cool boat BTW looks really clean, tower would look cool on it too.
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Fly High Pylon. <BR> <BR><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/FLY-HIGH-X-POLE-PYLON-SKYLON-W913X_W0QQitemZ160117759743QQihZ006QQcategoryZ4736 3QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQtrksidZp1638.m118.l1247Q QcmdZViewItem" target="_blank">http://cgi.ebay.com/FLY-HIGH-X-POLE-PYLON-SKYLON-W913X_W0QQitemZ160117759743QQihZ006QQcategoryZ4736 3QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQtrksidZp1638.m118.l1247Q QcmdZViewItem</a>
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yeah it looks like it has a pretty nice drop keel hull anyways, i bet it chops through double ups like butter.
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Pylon is definitely the answer if you're going to keep it. Actually a cool boat and I bet the wake isn't too bad. If I had it I would name it the S.S. Minnow.
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take it out and take pics of the wake, post the pics on here then ask for more advice
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Andy > what would the wake pictures tell you, what would you be looking for? <BR> <BR>Compared to a lot of the wakeboarding videos I've seen, this boat with simply curb weight and 3-4 people produces an as big or bigger wake than any wakeboarding boat.
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easy zam, that's a pretty bold statement. and its not always how tall, but transitions, lip, width, wash, tracking, and how mellow or rampy the wake is.
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cody > good post, you're right, there's a lot I don't know about "wakes" I just see it pumping out a massive one. <BR> <BR>I'll take the photos next time I get the boat out, and bring it back here. <BR> <BR>But tell me what i'm looking for.
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most newer wake boats are over 4000lbs. Xstar is like 4300. nautique 230 is over 4k. 3500 is really not all that heavy. Then the wake boats are adding a thousand to 4000lbs on top of that.
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Mike > ok, that's cool. All I'm saying is that people who allegedly know wakes have told me this boat puts out a big time one. <BR> <BR>Also, I own many leather bound books, and the boat smells of rich mahogany.
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<a href="http://www.bigairpylons.com/PylonMorePics.htm" target="_blank">http://www.bigairpylons.com/PylonMorePics.htm</a> <BR> <BR>285 bucks.
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OnlyInboards > do you have to screw anything in there? or just attach those lines? <BR> <BR>this could be a good solution as long as there aren't any screws into the fiberglass involved. <BR> <BR>Oh.. i see there are screws involved.. well thanks for the link.. i'll think about it.
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By cody kauzlarich (codykauz) on Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 6:14 pm: Edit Post Delete Post <BR>easy zam, that's a pretty bold statement. and its not always how tall, but transitions, lip, width, wash, tracking, and how mellow or rampy the wake is. <BR> <BR>^^exactly
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One thing that I would check is how clean the wake is between say 22 and 24 mph - cause that's probably the speed you'll want to ride. <BR> <BR>Maybe find an experienced wakeboarder to ride behind the boat and check it out.
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Get a used pylon, just sold one for 100 bucks, It will be great for the old school boats, or fishing boats. Got my old one at 2ndwake.com and keep checking ebay.
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