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08-31-2004, 07:51 PM
Thread: End of season
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End of season
Here in Ontario, It feels like the end of summer already. We had a blast on the water yesterday. I am away next weekend so unless we get a fantastic September (not likely given the Summer we have...
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08-27-2004, 08:05 AM
Thread: Oil changes at ealership or ?
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Replying to Topic 'Oil changes at ealership or ?'
Hi Art,
I would strongly suggest that you take the boat back to the dealer for the first few services at least. The dealer should know the boat, what to check and what fluids to replace to... -
08-11-2004, 07:58 AM
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Replying to Topic 'Getting Back Into It - After a 10 Year Br
I went through the same thought process last year. I picked up a great boomerang with 50 hrs on it. It is a fantastic ski boat. The kids are now getting into wakeboarding and it will be fine for...
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07-22-2004, 10:25 AM
Thread: Help for the beginner
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Replying to Topic 'Help for the beginner'
Thanks guys. I am heading off to the cottage for two weeks starting tomorrow. Looks like the Moomba will be getting a workout. I will let you know how the boys do. Some video maybe?
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07-19-2004, 04:22 PM
Thread: Help for the beginner
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Replying to Topic 'Help for the beginner'
So what you are actually trying to tell me is that my son is right. By angling the board and letting it run (he desribed it as "slipping sideways around the wave") the board can start working onto a...
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07-19-2004, 11:33 AM
Thread: Help for the beginner
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Help for the beginner
My two sons had their first go at wakeboarding . They are 9 and 11 and both good skiiers. The youngest got up no problem, the oldest had three tries and gave up. I think the fact that his younger...
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07-15-2004, 01:23 PM
Thread: Water in fuel
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Water in fuel
Sorry to go back over old ground. There still seem to be issues with water in the fuel for many boat owners. Here is my advice (learned the hard way):
Try to use gas from an busy outfit that has... -
07-14-2004, 10:25 AM
Thread: 2004 XLV Tower Strenghth
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Replying to Topic '2004 XLV Tower Strenghth'
I am not disputing your statement. Obviously we should adhere to what the manual states. Hovever I am curious as to how pulling a tube causes more stress to the pylon/tower than a skiier or...
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07-10-2004, 10:57 AM
Thread: Swim Platform pad
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Replying to Topic 'Swim Platform pad'
The platform pad on my 2000 Boomerang has a grey "shark skin" appearance. No problems with streaks or marks at all. Possibly a retrofit is in order?
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07-07-2004, 10:13 AM
Thread: looking for a new ski
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looking for a new ski
The previous post by Inliner reminder me that I am considering a new ski for my father. He is one of the smoothest skiiers that I have seen and stills enjoys getting out there. However he knee does...
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07-06-2004, 10:59 PM
Thread: Tips to get begginers up
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Replying to Topic 'Tips to get begginers up'
I had no idea there would be a fine for dropping a ski. I am lucky enough to own some lakefront so the drop zone is pretty safe. This would be an issue on a busy public lake.
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07-05-2004, 02:23 PM
Thread: Tips to get begginers up
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Replying to Topic 'Tips to get begginers up'
I spent many years behind underpowered boats. Both feet in was never an option as it just stops the boat.
The advantage of only one foot in is that your back foot drags behind like a rudder, to... -
05-09-2004, 10:29 AM
Thread: 8 in the boat, where do you ski from?
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Replying to Topic '8 in the boat, where do you ski from?'
There are advantages to towing from the pylon for skiing:
- The lateral pull from a skier cutting hard is less likely to pull the boat off course (or track)
-The rope is elevated so it does not... -
04-28-2004, 05:40 PM
Thread: Stainless Prop
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Replying to Topic 'Stainless Prop'
I prefer the nibral props for the reasons outlined above. Also a good shop can change the pitch or cup to fine tune performance.
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04-21-2004, 07:06 PM
Thread: Hull Damage
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Replying to Topic 'Hull Damage'
Is a vertical boat lift a possibiity? They have come down alot in price and the alloy frame makes them easy to install. The one I like has a canopy to keep the sun off. My neighbour can lift his...
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04-21-2004, 02:26 PM
Thread: strut alignment
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Replying to Topic 'strut alignment'
Hello MMoody,
I gather you suspect damage around you strut. It seems to be a common concern over the last while.
I am not "in the business" however I have built and... -
04-18-2004, 01:21 PM
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Replying to Topic 'taking new 04 mobius lsv for first drive'
You wont be able to wipe that goofy grin off your face for about a week. I look forward to reading the follow up post. Congratulations.
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04-17-2004, 11:35 AM
Thread: Bring Back the Boomerang
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Replying to Topic 'Bring Back the Boomerang'
There are a couple of good looking boats for sale on Ebay at the moment.
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04-15-2004, 03:36 PM
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Replying to Topic 'Skier's Choice, timeline on production?'
Been there, done that! Try not to let the pressure of launching your boat at a crowded slip ruin your day. You are doing the right thing getting a little practice in while it is quiet. I clip my...
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04-15-2004, 02:30 PM
Thread: towing capacity
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Replying to Topic 'towing capacity'
The MDX is a fine vehicle. I believe it is an evolution of the Honda van platform. I had a look at the Honda Pilot this spring (same vehicle as the MDX under the skin). It does not have the full...
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04-13-2004, 02:11 PM
Thread: Wrong Prop
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Replying to Topic 'Wrong Prop'
Something about this thread sounds familiar? If you would be kind enough to fill out more of your profile and try to be specific about your boat and the dealer in question, I am sure help will...
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04-13-2004, 01:56 PM
Thread: Vibration
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Replying to Topic 'Vibration'
The plot thickens.
Two possibilities here:
1) The shaft was aligned a little off the centre when is was set up (but still correctly aligned). No worries there.
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04-12-2004, 02:05 PM
Thread: Vibration
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Replying to Topic 'Vibration'
Good idea Bruce. I have often thought that if you could set up a jig with a fixed arm it would make it easier to see any shaft deflection. The bend would have to be major to just eyeball it. Make...
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04-12-2004, 12:01 PM
Thread: Vibration
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Replying to Topic 'Vibration'
Sorry to hear about your troubles. Tell us what you hit? How fast? How much prop damage? Was the rudder involved? SS or nibral prop?
If it was just a low speed prop "ding" while you moving in... -
04-09-2004, 10:17 PM
Thread: PROP
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Replying to Topic 'PROP'
First of all, let me say that I do not own an LSV. Mtvfiremedic does so I would value his opinion.
The advantage of the boats we own is they are designed for towing and their engines have stump...
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