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  1. #1
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    Default My first mod...Cooler removal

    So I decided to jump in with a fairly easy mod and do the cooler removal. I had read a few times about cutting it out and ordering an AO cooler that is soft sided that will fit right in. I didn't have a dremel tool so I decided to try an angle grinder I had. Probably not the best tool but worked ok. Toughest part was getting the blade into the corners. I tried to keep a shop vac going while working but still gets pretty messy.

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    Scott
    2021 Craz
    2007 Mobius LSV
    1997 Sea Ray 190

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    Overall it was pretty easy. It's nice to have a cooler that works well and fits nicely under the seat


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    here is a link to the cooler if anyone is interested. I used the code SWA for a 10% discount.

    http://www.aocoolers.com/index.cfm?category=15
    Scott
    2021 Craz
    2007 Mobius LSV
    1997 Sea Ray 190

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    Congrats! Now put a surf bag under there!!!!!!
    My Mom said I'm not allowed to get wet!
    2008 LSV (sold)
    2000 Outback LS (sold)
    LLTR!!!!!!!!



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    Nice work!

    So the cooler specs say 8.5" high - do you have that much space between the floor and your seat bases that it doesn't have to compress at all?
    So when is this "old enough to know better" supposed to kick in?

    2001 MobiusV - Slightly Modified...

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    Why is this done?
    2005 Air Nautique SV211 Team Edition
    99 Moomba Boomerang- Sold

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    Quote Originally Posted by cham View Post
    Why is this done?
    I did it because the original cooler is really crappy at keeping anything cold and it was cracked as well. The cooler fits in perfect without any scrunching.
    Scott
    2021 Craz
    2007 Mobius LSV
    1997 Sea Ray 190

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    So you can fit ballast under the left seats

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    Boats previously owned - 2000 Supra Launch, 2003 Outback, 2006 Mobius LSV

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    Or in op's case, looks like just for a better cooler!

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    Boats previously owned - 2000 Supra Launch, 2003 Outback, 2006 Mobius LSV

  9. #9
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    Default My first mod...Cooler removal

    Not sure what year it started, but in my 2012 the cooler was just held in by 4 screws. I didn't have to cut anything. The AO is much better, and much easier to get bevs to/from the boat.
    Matt
    2021 Mojo
    2016 Mojo (sold)
    2012 LSV (sold)

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    I was thinking about doing this to my boat (2002 Outback LSV) so I can add additional ballast under the cooler but I heard after removal you need to brace that section. Anyone with a similar boat have that issue?
    2002 Moomba Outback LSV

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