XLV Ghetto Gate

[wolfeman131]

so the water doesn't flow right over the top of the gate.

If this happens, the wave will wash out.

[sivs1]

My gate is 14 tall and 24 long. Mounts on platform centered, so I can use it goofy and regular. Stock LSV platform, works well.

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[sivs1]

Okay, here is version 2. Not much different than version 1. No more tie down strap, more stable. I'm trying to keep it universal for both goofy and regular. It is 14 by 24, plywood wrapped in marine vinyl. Am thinking of adding something between the gate and hull to fill the void, but so far doesn't seem to be an issue.

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[sivs1]

The wave regular side. Both 800 rears full, center 400 full, ibs 550 full. One person in boat.

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[psycho-heico]

wow looks great, both the gate and wave, is the push significantly better ?? thanks for sharing and posting....

[sivs1]

The pocket is much bigger, was able to tell an improvement in the push in comparison to not using the gate.

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[jmvotto]

slvs1,

You notice any issues with the small gap between the hull and the gate?
you live in park city or vacation there, we just booked our ski trip to go three days of cat skiing in February

[spyder]

Okay, here is version 2. Not much different than version 1. No more tie down strap, more stable. I'm trying to keep it universal for both goofy and regular. It is 14 by 24, plywood wrapped in marine vinyl. Am thinking of adding something between the gate and hull to fill the void, but so far doesn't seem to be an issue.

I have a similar build and platform. But I have a LSV. The only thing I'm scared of is the water pressure pushing on that bottom lip of the platform. I have a feeling it will crack over time.

I don't have a photo of it'd mounted right now. But here's my version 1 prototype. Lol





I only have 1 750lbs bag. So for me I have to use my 440 or 450s in the rear. It's just not enough. Will need to get another 750

[jmvotto]

Should be fine no problems with mine .

[sivs1]

mine is on a LSV, I agree there could be potential for cracking. From what I can tell the pressure pushes back onto the 2x4's that then is against the stern. you'll see two blocks pushing on the platform, those are not really needed, just added as a spacer for when everything tightens up.