Pimp Your Mastercraft

[tex]

I know this is simular to a thread I did last year but here goes.

What are you doing to make your boat or boating experience better this year?

I added the 2nd battery and added a new slalom ski. I hope to add sub and another amp before the summer is over!

What about you cats?

[bcampbe7]

I added an amp and a sub this Winter.
For this Summer, I plan on paying the boat off! :dance: :banana: :banana:
Does that count???

[Diesel]

I am going to start a thread on my improvements here shortly. I just picked up my 05 209 and I have a long list of things I am doing. I will be detailing the install for all those interested. Here is a brief list:

Pioneer MP860 Head Unit
Pioneer Wired Marine Remote
Ipod Connections
4 Kicker RS65.2 Speakers
Kicker L7 12" Sub
Fusion T-Series Tower Speakers
Kicker SX1250.1 Sub Amp
Kicker SX900.4 Full Range Amp
Three Blue Top Optimas with Relay Isolators

Unlike other installs I have seen I am trying to make this system almost invisible. By being creative I am trying to utilize wasted space in the boat instead of storage space. So far it has been a pain but I think it will be worth it in the end. I will post some pictures soon........

[jake]

93 PS 190, here's what I added this winter

Perfect Pass
3 port heater
New Stereo:
-Alpine 4X60W amp
-Alpine 350W @ 2 0hm mono sub amp
-Alpine Head unit
-Alpine 10inch dual voice coil sub in .75 cubic foot sealed box
-4 6.75 inch Infinity Kappas for mains

Next project on the list to sandblast and repaint the trailer.

[east tx skier]

Redid the motor box insulation.
Edelbrock Performer Intake
Building a base for a new observer jump seat. Bought the OEM skins for the countoured seat.
Modified the straps and relocated the connection points forward.

[lakes Rick]

I charged up my battery....

[Cary K.]

I added a bunch of hours to mine over the winter, and still going :-)

[RackAtak]

I know this is simular to a thread I did last year but here goes.

What are you doing to make your boat or boating experience better this year?

I added the 2nd battery and added a new slalom ski. I hope to add sub and another amp before the summer is over!

What about you cats?
Added an amp and second battery. Cut two more speakers into the motor box for four total now. Added Perfect Pass (thanks again Andre). Bought a wakeboard for myself, a new O'Brien Siege slalom ski for my wife and a wake surfboard for the family. Also added on of these http://www.flameball.com/Flame3/fl3-31.htm blue flame on ivory.

[prostar205]

2002 X30:

This winter I did the following:

1) bought the boat
2) added a bimini top
3) fixed my 3-vent heater
4) added trailer guide pole pads with no white lettering
5) added transparent transome protection tape to protect the metal flake gel coat

What I plan on doing during the summer:
1) add spare tire and MasterCraft tire cover
2) tweek my stock stereo - it sounds like a tin can
3) Ski rack attachment for my 2005 Tower
4) Acme prop and prop puller kit
5) speaker and board rack covers or "socks"

[Andyg]

This is what I have added over the winter this year to my 2003 197.

Mini Tower
Bimini Top
Speaker/Light Pods for Tower
JL 6450 6 Channel Amp
2 new MTX 10" subs
Ipod Connector to XMD1
LEDs everywhere.
Chrome Pylon


I think I am done for a little while. Now it is time to get out and actually use the damn thing.

[prostar205]

Andy -

How does the IPOD connector work on the XMD1 head unit? I have been contemplating either doing that or swapping the head unit out for a XMD3 unit that already has the AUX inputs.

I currently use a FM modulator.

[zberger]

I am going to start a thread on my improvements here shortly. I just picked up my 05 209 and I have a long list of things I am doing. I will be detailing the install for all those interested. Here is a brief list:

Pioneer MP860 Head Unit
Pioneer Wired Marine Remote
Ipod Connections
4 Kicker RS65.2 Speakers
Kicker L7 12" Sub
Fusion T-Series Tower Speakers
Kicker SX1250.1 Sub Amp
Kicker SX900.4 Full Range Amp
Three Blue Top Optimas with Relay Isolators

Unlike other installs I have seen I am trying to make this system almost invisible. By being creative I am trying to utilize wasted space in the boat instead of storage space. So far it has been a pain but I think it will be worth it in the end. I will post some pictures soon........

I need a job like yours, what do you do for a living :)

[X2M]

3) Ski rack attachment for my 2005 Tower
"


Prostar205 - Are you looking to convert the wakeboard rack to a ski rack or add a new ski rack? We did the conversion of the wakeboard rack. Looks good and much cheaper. :)

[Scot]

I replaced all of the interior with new MC skins, tune-up on my 86 ProStar 190... Then went and bought Diesels 95 205.... (All under the radar when ERKOEHLER was searching high and low for his)...... BTW, the stereo, amp, and sub that Diesel installed in the 205 was a beautiful job and can't wait to see pics of the install on his new 209!!!!!!

FOR SALE 86 ProStar 190! (scot.pearson@qwest.com)

[Andyg]

Andy -

How does the IPOD connector work on the XMD1 head unit? I have been contemplating either doing that or swapping the head unit out for a XMD3 unit that already has the AUX inputs.

I currently use a FM modulator.


I had the boat out this past weekend for the first time with the iPod hooked up and it sounded really awesome. I can hear the difference between a CD and the iPod when I compare them, but if you aren't comparing it back and forth you probably won't notice the difference.

I used a mini cup holder mount on the driver side cup holder. I then wired in a second power adapter (AKA cigarette lighter) that is wired to the key and plugged a charger into it permanently I ran the charger cord up through the bottom of the cup holder. This way the charger is only powered when the boat is on since that is the only time the stereo is powered. I also ran the 1/8 stereo plug up through the bottom of the cup holder.

The last thing I have left to do on it is install the switch that tells the XMD1 that the iPod is connected. I have a generic switch from Radio Shack, but I don't like the looks of it. I am installing a MasterCraft switch that won't have power to it (if you power the switch you will fry your stereo) on the lower right control panel that usually controls the ballast. I will take some pics when it’s done.

[Andyg]

I forgot I also added the raised bubble registration numbers from domednumers.com.

[prostar205]

X2Momma -

I am just going to replace one of the 2005 wakeboard racks with the stock MasterCraft ski rack adaptor. I think they are like $165. I agree, its relatively inexpensive and looks great.

I also added the domed registration numbers and they look great.

[Andyg]

I did too many things to the boat this year because I keep remembering things.

New ACME Prop (I am going to be trying a different ACME next week and 2 OJ props next week)

Perfect Pass Digital Pro

[adkins1966]

Over the past two months I have done the following either myself or contracted out to the dealership, not a Mastercraft dealership, because they wouldn't call me back, typical. 89' Tristar 190

Added a Clarion 1000W Amp
Added 4 Clarion 6.5" speakers around the inside, previous locations
Added a Clarion basic CD player
Installed a Monster Tower
Installed 6 light bar across middle
Installed 4 Liquid Audio 6.5" Speakers on the tower
Complete new custom upholstery
Complete new Carpet
Installed Electronic Ignition in place of factory points system
New Boat pads for trailer
Rewired trailer lights

All of this and I have yet to put it in the water, go figure. My wife is probably getting a little frustrated with all the dinero spent thus far. I will start a new thread once all is complete and post pics. It has been a fun project with a good end result.

[rem_pss308]

I rewired all my accessories with 6 gauge wire. It made a big differance with the amps. Now I have to turn the gain down.
I installed a second battery, and isolator, and battery condition indicator.
I am in the process of installing a High amp alternator, and rewiring.

Oh yea this weekend, had my new acme repaired, from doing battle with a floating 2 X 6 $100.00 for the first 30 minutes of memorial day. ( glad I kept the old O.J.)

[martini]

Winter projects on my 84 S&S:

1: Removed engine and re-ringed, re-bearing
2: Installed GT-40 heads with roller rockers
3: Painted the engine a nice Ford red
4: Installed ACME prop
5: Re-routed and replaced all fuel lines with AN fittings and stainless rapped fuel lines

Next will be an interior upgrade.

[BrianM]

I had a few great projects this winter and spring. I have now been officially put on probation for buying additional items for the boat but that is OK as it has almost everything I want now.

This Years Additions:

-PP Digital Pro 6.5n
-Acme #541
-Pioneer CD/MP3 Head Unit
-4 Pioneer 6 1/2" Speakers

[Diesel]

I need a job like yours, what do you do for a living :)

I work in the automotive aftermarket so I have good connections!! :)

[Zach S]

Over the winter...
- Fly high pylon
- Liquid Force Balance 143 w/ Alpha bindings

Next couple of weeks...
- Stereo
- Ballast

[zberger]

I work in the automotive aftermarket so I have good connections!! :)

That stereo is gonna rock man!

I just wish I was in a better position to own a boat :(

Need to marry a rich girl who likes the water 8p

[zberger]

I work in the automotive aftermarket so I have good connections!! :)

either way.. 50k boat + 40k truck.. well you see what i am getting at :)

[u29460]

http://mymastercraft.com/images/parts/mirrorbracket_sm.gif

Tower Mount Mirror Bracket
Stainless Glove box latch
New Dimension Tower

[BRAZOS 205]

The check book has been on fire this spring!!!

MB Quart CD/MP3 head unit
Transom remote
Clarion 4x80 Amp
Hifonics 2x125 Amp
2xPolk Tower speakers
4xTower lights
2nd Blue Top Optima Battery
High Amp Relay
Hyperlite Essence Wakeboard for the ladies, life jacket, rope
New OJ XMP Prop (came today, sent me a splined shaft instead of keyed, wait til next week for correct prop, Pain in the arse!)

Still have much more to do.

[tex]

http://mymastercraft.com/images/parts/mirrorbracket_sm.gif

Tower Mount Mirror Bracket
Stainless Glove box latch
New Dimension Tower
i love my tower mount mirror!

[RackAtak]

Oh Yea...tower mount mirror also :rolleyes:

[u29460]

i love my tower mount mirror!

I KNOW!! its like how did we survive before. Now I am glad my kids broke the old one. :headbang:

[Evan Jones]

Don't mean to hijack the thread.... I've got a '97 205...What brand of towers are you guys using out there? I am not thrilled with the look of the monster towers. I like the swoopy look of the factory towers. Any suggestions?

[Andyg]

I had a Zeroflex installed. If I didn't get as good of a deal on it as I did though I probably would have gone with a New Dimension tower. They look almost identical to Zeroflex.

[AirJunky]

As a rather large foil rider, me & my buddies can fold some of the weaker tower over pretty easily. So there are only 3 strong enough in my book, Titan, Monster & Ichor.

[u29460]

Don't mean to hijack the thread.... I've got a '97 205...What brand of towers are you guys using out there? I am not thrilled with the look of the monster towers. I like the swoopy look of the factory towers. Any suggestions?


http://www.newdimensiontowers.com/galleries/mastercraft/images/1996-1998_Prostar_205.jpg


http://www.newdimensiontowers.com/galleries/mastercraft/1996-1998_Prostar_205.html

$2450 shipped

[east tx skier]

Don't mean to hijack the thread.... I've got a '97 205...What brand of towers are you guys using out there? I am not thrilled with the look of the monster towers. I like the swoopy look of the factory towers. Any suggestions?

I think there's a factory tower on Ski-it-again right now.

Ski-It-Again (www.ski-it-again.com)

/edit. Whoops, looks like the rope attachment is bent.

[rem_pss308]

http://www.newdimensiontowers.com/galleries/mastercraft/images/1996-1998_Prostar_205.jpg


http://www.newdimensiontowers.com/galleries/mastercraft/1996-1998_Prostar_205.html

$2450 shipped


Wakeside.com has the new dimensions for under 2400.00 right now. Free shipping

[aprgriggs]

:D bought a new X9 and pimped that out.

[BriEOD]

- New Johnson Bimini Top
- Barefoot Boom
- Gel Coat Restoration Kit
- New Pinstripe and rear MC decal
- Kenwood CD/MP3/Sirrius/Wireless Remote Head Unit
- Kenwood 4 channel 150 watt amp
- Pioneer 2 channel 200 watt amp
- 2 JBL 10" subs in ported box
- 4 Polk DB 650 6.5" speakers
- 2nd Battery
- Perko Switch
- Rhino Lined the engine box
- 2000 MC rims on my 1987 trailer
- Waterline Sunbrella Cover
- New Edelbrock Performer 351 Aluminum intake manifold
- New starter
- New Solenoid
- New transmission lines
- All new water hoses on motor
- New exhaust manifold

Did all work myself.
Don't think I left anything out, been busy real busy. T minus 3 weeks until my week long lake house rental w/ lift on lake gaston!!

[redmike]

wow brian, lots of stuff, sounds nice, all I did was buy it, repair gauges, new stereo/amp....for now

[BriEOD]

Well, the stereo was the big upgrade and 50-75% of the time my old boat sits outside so I needed a good cover. The stereo is almost obnoxiously loud. I haven't been out without the baby yet so polluting the neighborhood has been about as lound as I've gone (25 on the volume setting and still no distorting). My boat has turned into a labor of love. I know when I sell it I won't get what I have in it.

What kind of stereo stuff did you put in?

[MarkP]

wow brian, lots of stuff, sounds nice, all I did was buy it, repair gauges, new stereo/amp....for now
Don’t feel bad Mike. I don’t think I did any pimpin at all

[BriEOD]

Mark you put in a depth finder. ;)

[Mag_Red]

Don’t feel bad Mike. I don’t think I did any pimpin at all

Hard to do any mods when you have three different screen names ;)

[JEREMY79]

avatar came back huh??

[MarkP]

Mark you put in a depth finder. ;)

Sure BUT

"- New Johnson Bimini Top
- Barefoot Boom
- Gel Coat Restoration Kit
- New Pinstripe and rear MC decal
- Kenwood CD/MP3/Sirrius/Wireless Remote Head Unit
- Kenwood 4 channel 150 watt amp
- Pioneer 2 channel 200 watt amp
- 2 JBL 10" subs in ported box
- 4 Polk DB 650 6.5" speakers
- 2nd Battery
- Perko Switch
- Rhino Lined the engine box
- 2000 MC rims on my 1987 trailer
- Waterline Sunbrella Cover
- New Edelbrock Performer 351 Aluminum intake manifold
- New starter
- New Solenoid
- New transmission lines
- All new water hoses on motor
- New exhaust manifold ":rolleyes:

[BriEOD]

What's your point Mark?

[SKI*MC]

ok heres all the pimped out equipment on my boat

a cassete stereo player and transon remote (person in the driver seat)
2 speakers ( 5"X5") :woohoo:
fly high by BI high pole
new convex mirror
2 sacks (my friends)
teak platform
NEWLY RESTORED TRAILER!
new cam
Perfect pass (carefull moving throttle hand) :cool:
Boom, and boom rack
Ski handle racks
POWERSLOT


All in all i guess you could say fo sho dowg, my rides pimped, or maybe i should be saying, "please MTV pimp my ride!"
Eitherway it all good enough for me! :headbang:

[redmike]

bri, just put in a sony cd/rd player, witgh a 400 watt jbl amp..already had 61/2's and 6X9's in the boat...also pretty obnoxious :D . Sounded great in garage, took it out, had MAJOR engine noise :mad: , re routed power cables away from rca's, hopefullyt see if it helped this weekend!

[erkoehler]

So far:

Bought boat
Fly High by BI
Contour Boom by BI
Combo skis for friends/family
Barefoot suit by BI
Barefoot rope by BI
New ski gloves
New dock lines
New fenders w/ suction cup attachments


In the near future:

Stereo w/ 4 or 6 speakers and CD player
Heater
Padded trailer guide posts
Spare tire cover


I forgot that my cousin owns an auto accessories store, so I will be giving her a call tomorrow to try and get some stuff to help "pimp" my boat.

[redmike]

erik, boat looks pretty sweet as it is...but maybe some spinners for the trailer?

[erkoehler]

The boat itself and the trailer are in AWESOME condition. Spinners??? Don't think so!

I am really jonesin for a radio though....

[jayocheskey]

- New Johnson Bimini Top
- Barefoot Boom
- Gel Coat Restoration Kit
- New Pinstripe and rear MC decal
- Kenwood CD/MP3/Sirrius/Wireless Remote Head Unit
- Kenwood 4 channel 150 watt amp
- Pioneer 2 channel 200 watt amp
- 2 JBL 10" subs in ported box
- 4 Polk DB 650 6.5" speakers
- 2nd Battery
- Perko Switch
- Rhino Lined the engine box
- 2000 MC rims on my 1987 trailer
- Waterline Sunbrella Cover
- New Edelbrock Performer 351 Aluminum intake manifold
- New starter
- New Solenoid
- New transmission lines
- All new <a style='text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 3px double;' href="" onmouseover="window.status='water hoses'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">water hoses</a> on motor
- New exhaust manifold

Did all work myself.
Don't think I left anything out, been busy real busy. T minus 3 weeks until my week long lake house rental w/ lift on lake gaston!!

That's one heckuva Pimp job!

[jayocheskey]

First and foremost, got the boat 7 weeks ago.
Since then.....
Pioneer 6.5" Oversized Tower Speakers
JL Audio e6450 (?) 6 channel amp (sounds sweet)
Fusion 4 light bar (looks sweet at night)
Trailer Guide Pads

most importantly
A flippin' HUGE cooler for either rear storage compartment - don't leave home without it.

[jayocheskey]

Equipment:
4 new Neoprene life vests
Hyperlite Spin wakeboard bindings. My Exo-Sucs didn't fit everyone - maybe I should have told them to buy their own boards and bindings, but I didn't.
Subscribing to Sirius satellite soon. Need antenna first.

[jayocheskey]

I've spent all this time and money pimpin' something I'll drive for 5 months a year, and my pick-up (year round vehicle) remains un-pimped. Something seems a little backward here.

[JEREMY79]

I've spent all this time and money pimpin' something I'll drive for 5 months a year, and my pick-up (year round vehicle) remains un-pimped. Something seems a little backward here.

Exactly. I am the same way

[djhuff]

prostar 205, I just got my stereo (03 X30) sounding really good with some basic modifications. If it is anything like mine was when I got it, the amps are set up all wrong. Let me know what is already in it and I can give you some tips.

[zberger]

I've spent all this time and money pimpin' something I'll drive for 5 months a year, and my pick-up (year round vehicle) remains un-pimped. Something seems a little backward here.

Boats gotta be the hotness tho :)

[Ric]

notta damn thing

[prostar205]

DJhuff -

Let's talk off line. My set up is completely stock.

Clarion XMD1 head unit
Clarion APX400.4M Amp
Clarion APA4204 Amp
Speakers: CM1632, 2 sets in boat, 2 sets up on tower
Sub: Clarion 10"

I am sure the amps are not set up correctly. Any help you could give me would be appreciated.

I will PM you and we can take this off line, if you wish.

Or, shoot me an email at thoward@korry.com

Thanks for the help.

[zberger]

DJhuff -

Let's talk off line. My set up is completely stock.

Clarion XMD1 head unit
Clarion APX400.4M Amp
Clarion APA4204 Amp
Speakers: CM1632, 2 sets in boat, 2 sets up on tower
Sub: Clarion 10"

I am sure the amps are not set up correctly. Any help you could give me would be appreciated.

I will PM you and we can take this off line, if you wish.

Or, shoot me an email at thoward@korry.com

Thanks for the help.

What seems to be the problem with the stereo?

[prostar205]

It sounds like a tin can and there is very little bass coming from the Clarion sub. I have messed around with the head units bass and treble controls. The next thing is to trace the wires for each speaker to see which amp they are connected to and mess with the crossovers and gain settings.

[Ric]

Equipment:
4 new Neoprene life vests
Hyperlite Spin wakeboard bindings. My Exo-Sucs didn't fit everyone - maybe I should have told them to buy their own boards and bindings, but I didn't.
Subscribing to Sirius satellite soon. Need antenna first.
you'll also need the satellite receiver as I have learned

[zberger]

you'll also need the satellite receiver as I have learned

receiver and antenna, yes.

Some newer headunits come with the receiver built in, and all you have to do is get the antenna.. a subscription is still required tho.

[bboozer]

I added a new demension tower, and bazooka 8" speakers to the tower.

[Ric]

I've said this before and yes, I'm whining, but the clarion in the 05's is new but you still need receiver and antenna
go buy a sea ray and you get a trial subscription and all the hardware is already there

[zberger]

It sounds like a tin can and there is very little bass coming from the Clarion sub. I have messed around with the head units bass and treble controls. The next thing is to trace the wires for each speaker to see which amp they are connected to and mess with the crossovers and gain settings.

Well, by searching for the model numbers of the amps I have found this

the APA4204 is a 4 channel amp, is this it? http://www.clarionworld.co.uk/stock/apa4204.asp

and the other one should be this one

http://www.navaidmarine.com/products/P-CLARION/APX400.4M.htm

It looks as if both of the amplifiers are 4 channel amps, one of which might be running in 3 channel mode.

what you can easily do, is just pull the RCA's off of an amp and find out whats doing what.

the subwoofer amplifer and whatever its connected to will probably be in 3 channel mode to get some more power out of the amp. By bridging you are combining two of the amplifer channels to make one larger one.
I am going to guess thats what they have done for the sub.

More than likely the above amp will also have a seperate "gain" control for both channels 1 and 2, and 3 and 4, assuming that the above is correct, you will want to adjust the gain and crossover frequencies accordingly. the crossover settings should be set to LPF, or low pass filter, you wouldn't want the sub playing Full range, there is no point.

You will want to do something similar up front.. it depends what crossover functions those amplifiers have, if you were to take a picture i might be able to give some more input.. but if you have an adjustable crossover frequency on the other amplifier you will want to set that between probably 70-80 hz.. and have the fronts using the ALL or Full range feature on the crossover.

Adjusting the gain, is going to be tough.. but it can be done yourself.
you might want to tow the boat into a stereo shop, and see if they might be able to either help you set the system up the way YOU want it, or maybe adjust the wiring if possible. The way I always set the gains is to turn up the volume to where i usually will be playing it, and then match the gains to that point saying well this is the loudest it can be without distortion, then usually turn it down one click from there. its hard to explain that on the internet, but easy to explain in person because I could show you.

If you have any other questions feel free to either post, or just shoot me a pm.

[X2M]

Boys I have a question. Since you all have added so much "bling" to your boats, I figured you were the ones to ask. We just added a light bar to the tower on the boat. Now the question is, will an extra battery be needed for any reason?

[zberger]

Boys I have a question. Since you all have added so much "bling" to your boats, I figured you were the ones to ask. We just added a light bar to the tower on the boat. Now the question is, will an extra battery be needed for any reason?

Will the lights be used when the engine is off? If not, or not for long periods of time I would say no. What is the current draw? The alternator thats on the boat should be very sufficient to power 4 lights and the rest of the electronics while the engine is running, especially while towing a skiier when the motor is at ~4k rpm or so.

Anything you plan to use when the boat is off, will need to be taken into consideration when figuring out if a 2nd battery is necessary.

[X2M]

It is a 6 light bar with 55 watt bulbs. We don't leave the stereo on when the boat isn't on. I don't see us using the lights without the boat running. Thank you. :)

[erkoehler]

Does anybody have any photos of speaker placement in a Prostar 190?

[east tx skier]

Can you not find the cutouts behind the combing pads?

[Andyg]

Does anybody have any photos of speaker placement in a Prostar 190?


Check out this discussion. I have some pictures in that post of my 97 PS190 that should have the same interior as your 96.

Speaker Placement 97 PS190 (http://www.tmcowners.com/teamtalk/showthread.php?t=2217&page=2&pp=10)

[bucky]

Sorry to dig up an old thread, probably something newer covering this but I don't remember right now. Here she is!

[Workin' 4 Toys]

Boys I have a question. Since you all have added so much "bling" to your boats, I figured you were the ones to ask. We just added a light bar to the tower on the boat. Now the question is, will an extra battery be needed for any reason?
Nope, just don't leave them on when the boat isn't running.

[richardsoncd]

Finished:
New S&S decals
New Wakeboard

Before Spring:
Backseat
Wakeboard Rack for Skylon
Skid proof pad on ski platform

Next Winter:
Stereo
Repainted Glitter Stripe (Hopefully) w/ S&S painted like Jeremy's
Rhino-lining on old trailer

....more plans than money :D

[Ryan]

Check out the 'entertainment center'/projector on this thing. As I'm planning a houseboat trip to Mead, this would be a lot of fun to put together.
http://www.wakesiderides.com/rides/index.php?page=out&id=1117

[projectely4]

what i have added:
2 JL 10" W6v2
Orion 1200D amp
Clarion Ipod adapter
extra battery

still to add:
custom ballast
and maybe a better prop

[kalanic]

The List

Added:
Sirius Satellite Tuner
2-Samson Tower Speakers with JL Audio Speakers
2-10" Subs
1-1000watt Precision Power amp
1-5 light Tower light bar by Wake Designs.


Still working Amp install. :firejump:

[wtrjock]

Do you have any pictures of the X10 sub install? I got the stock sub with my boat, and it isn't that great, so I thinking of upgrading a little. I am looking for ideas.

Thanks,
Travis
2005 X10

[kalanic]

Do you have any pictures of the X10 sub install? I got the stock sub with my boat, and it isn't that great, so I thinking of upgrading a little. I am looking for ideas.

Thanks,
Travis
2005 X10
I just got rid of my 10" Clarion & replaced it with a 10" Kicker Comp. Sounds alot better! Easy swap!

[_DiZZ_]

I just got rid of my 10" Clarion & replaced it with a 10" Kicker Comp. Sounds alot better! Easy swap!

Kickers ROCK... I have 2 dual voice coil 10's in my honda at a 1000 watts and one in the maristar and 200 lol

[kalanic]

Kickers ROCK... I have 2 dual voice coil 10's in my honda at a 1000 watts and one in the maristar and 200 lol
Yes I am very happy with them. Im pushin 3 10's in my X-10. 1 poered with the factory installed Clarion Amp & the other 2 are powered by a 1000watt Precision Power DCX1000 Amp. They quake!

[alpace]

Let's see...

Repaired swim platform (gouged it turning away from dock)
Had some warranty work done re lights, a gelcoat crack on engine cover.
Installed Ipod connection for Clarion system

]That said, I am really interested in adding tower speakers and an additional amp. I have the JL Audio 500 watt system, but no Tower Speakers. Any thoughts here? seems like most folks have limited experience in the area and since pricing of the speakers is high ($1500+) just want to make certain I am somewhat informed.[/COLOR] Any help is much appreciated!

Thanks!

REDiculous!

[kalanic]

Let's see...

Repaired swim platform (gouged it turning away from dock)
Had some warranty work done re lights, a gelcoat crack on engine cover.
Installed Ipod connection for Clarion system

]That said, I am really interested in adding tower speakers and an additional amp. I have the JL Audio 500 watt system, but no Tower Speakers. Any thoughts here? seems like most folks have limited experience in the area and since pricing of the speakers is high ($1500+) just want to make certain I am somewhat informed.[/COLOR] Any help is much appreciated!

Thanks!

REDiculous!
How many speakers are you lookin to install??

[Faded & X9-Rated]

Bought a 2004 X-9 Last year.. It came with 2 fat sacs & that's about it. I recently put 2 bazooka tubies on the tower (they sound awesome!) Just bought a tower mirror..finally, a wired remote for the clarion xmd3.. finally & an Ipod hookup. All those to be installed shortly. Next step is to get a PerfectPass & led lights for the inside! Any other recommendations?

[ajgressette]

I think I will get me a set of those Pink Fuzzy Dice and hand them from the rear view. Prob. grab an air feshener for the dash to help pimp out the boat this summer.

Any thoughts? :uglyhamme

[tex]

Underwater lights!!!

[lanier92prostar]

I would like the underwater lights also. Tex, I am fairly new to TT, do you bump all your old threads or are you extremely bored tonight?

[shepherd]

Underwater lights!!!

Stop drinking!!! :D

[ss4000+]

put gas in it

[Andyg]

I did underwater lights on my 03 myself and was never happy with how they turned out. I used red LEDs and they just were not bright enough in the dark water that I boat in to make a noticeable effect. Here is a photo on the 03.

On my 08 I get the factory installed underwater lights and love them. They are really bright and you can definetly see them in dark water.

[Leroy]

Looks great, how do the lights (LED?) mount and how does the power get out there?

I did underwater lights on my 03 myself and was never happy with how they turned out. I used red LEDs and they just were not bright enough in the dark water that I boat in to make a noticeable effect. Here is a photo on the 03.

On my 08 I get the factory installed underwater lights and love them. They are really bright and you can definetly see them in dark water.

[TMCNo1]

Looks great, how do the lights (LED?) mount and how does the power get out there?

A whole bunch of AA batteries!:rolleyes: Or a Optima Red Top epoxied to the underside of the swim platform!

[Roonie's]

I am going to add to my new 2007 X2 this winter.

-A JL amp and two JL tower speakers with lights (maybe a sub)
-A Harmon Kardon Drive+play 2 for the Ipod.
-A new Island Surfer blue lake board
-More ballast fat sack system plumbed into my main lines for surfing.
-tower braces (I guess they are back ordered on them or something)
-possibly the new brackets for the teak platform so I can fold it down.

[TMCNo1]

Clean and detail the old thing up for CSM '08!

[Andyg]

Looks great, how do the lights (LED?) mount and how does the power get out there?

Here is a close up of one of the LEDs mounted to the hull of the boat. Basically I drilled a small hole just large enough for the wires to go through. Then I drilled small pilot holes for the screws that hold them on. I siliconed the crap out of it and never had a problem.

[aprgriggs]

A whole bunch of AA batteries!:rolleyes: Or a Optima Red Top epoxied to the underside of the swim platform!

Wiring for platform?

Or you could use the tie down hooks on the bottom of the boat. One hook is positive and one is negative. Then you just wire from the switch to the hooks on the inside of the hull. I would advice a fuse inline just to be safe. My X9 was done this way and never had any issues. Good Luck.

[ShamrockIV]

Titan II tower
titan bimini
New Alpine head unit
tower speakers
wakeboard rack
ski rack

[Sodar]

On my 08 I get the factory installed underwater lights and love them. They are really bright and you can definetly see them in dark water.

Do you have any pics of the factory lights on the '08? How many lights did they put in? Are they LED or Halogen?

[Marcos]

This winter on my '97 PS190:

1. Remove all decals, restore gelcoat & put new original decals on.
2. Replace the stupid MC mirror mount with a windshield mount.
3. Replace Bimini plastic with SS hardware.
4. Get 4 new 6.5" speakers (probably POLK MOMO)
5. Try to fix a 12"sub under the deck (brand not know yet)
6. 1 or 2 ch AMP only for SUB
7. New SS FlyHigh pole (the one with the swivel heads)
8. 4 Pop-Up cleats

Maybe the winter after that:
Complete upholstery job
Perfect Pass

Everything depends on the cashflow......:rolleyes:

[Andyg]

Do you have any pics of the factory lights on the '08? How many lights did they put in? Are they LED or Halogen?

The 08 has two round LED lights mounted between the exhaust tips. Each LED light is composed of I think 8 individual LEDs. Unfortunately this is the only picture I have that even shows them.

[Sodar]

Thanks Andy! That is all I needed! Did they put the switch for the lights on the side panel with the ballast?

[Andyg]

On the 08 they come wired to the Courtesy Lights switch on the dash. In my 03 I wired them into a seperate switch on the panel with with the ballast switch.

[AirJunky]

Anyone have any idea why these underwater LEDs are so damn expensive? Is it just me or is $300 - $600 seem like a bit much for them? Their even that expensive on Ebay.

Definitely a cool effect & I'd love to have it on my ride.

[BrianM]

Definitely a cool effect & I'd love to have it on my ride.

That right there is why they are so expensive at $300-600. Seems really expensive to me for two lights.

[mcrider]

I'm thinking about adding underwater lights and a couple of 12in subs to the boat this winter

[TheOneandOnly]

Anyone put a waterproof flatscreen tv with playstation?

[Sodar]

Anyone have any idea why these underwater LEDs are so damn expensive? Is it just me or is $300 - $600 seem like a bit much for them? Their even that expensive on Ebay.

Definitely a cool effect & I'd love to have it on my ride.

Suprisingly, they have come down significantly since they first come out. They have also gotten small and brighter than the 36V 60amp monsters that were originally introduced.

[Sodar]

Here is my list of "wants"
Shower
Underwater Lights
2 more cockpit speakers, amps and a sub
Custom Ballast System (add a pump and custom sac)
StarGazer to my PP
Bow Filler Cushion

This winter, I plan to take care of the shower and the stereo stuff. The other stuff will come in the next couple years.

[BrianM]

I am thinking seriously again about adding an MTS system. Definitely adding StarGazer in the spring.

[Lennyp04]

The plan is:
Bring the boat home from winter storage at the marina in spring and drilling some holes for some speakers. Then an amp or 2. And a sub.


Thats the plan. But whatever happens happens.

The LED interior lights would be a sick upgrade too. Anybody know a way to do it at home and not buy the kit and maybe a little cheaper too?

[prostar205]

The plan is:
The LED interior lights would be a sick upgrade too. Anybody know a way to do it at home and not buy the kit and maybe a little cheaper too?

I added roughtly 200 LED lights to the interior of my 2002 X30 last winter. It was a time consumming project but was relatively inexpensive. I got all the LEDs from www.superbrightleds.com. I then wired them all to the courtsey light circuit after removing the OEM incandescent light fixtures. I think the hole project cost my $150 max which included LEDs, wiring and connectors.

[Covi]

I did the following: New trailer tires, points, plugs, wires. New brass fittings on exhust manifolds, brass plugs on engine block. Chrome throttle knob, And the best is the American flag decal on the passenger side window.

[Lennyp04]

I added roughtly 200 LED lights to the interior of my 2002 X30 last winter. It was a time consumming project but was relatively inexpensive. I got all the LEDs from www.superbrightleds.com. I then wired them all to the courtsey light circuit after removing the OEM incandescent light fixtures. I think the hole project cost my $150 max which included LEDs, wiring and connectors.


Wow thats good to hear. On there website what stuff did you order?

[prostar205]

Wow thats good to hear. On there website what stuff did you order?

I ordered the following:

ALM-C-x6: this is the chrome oval module that contains 6 single chip LEDs. I used 8 of these LEDs positioned on the vertical wall between the seats and the floor. They are $8.95 ea.

ALM-RB-x3: these are the rectangular modules that contain 3 single chip LEDs in each module. I used these under the gunnels to illuminate the cup holder areas and under the dash and sub. I think I used 8 of these modules. They are $5.49 ea.

ALS-x16: this is a string of 36 LEDs that I used to illuminate the storage areas under the passenger seat and in each rear locker on the right and left of the engine. I used 5 strings of 36 LEDs - 2 in each rear locker and 1 under the passenger seat storage area. They are $7.95 ea.

That should keep you busy for a while.

[Lennyp04]

I ordered the following:

ALM-C-x6: this is the chrome oval module that contains 6 single chip LEDs. I used 8 of these LEDs positioned on the vertical wall between the seats and the floor. They are $8.95 ea.

ALM-RB-x3: these are the rectangular modules that contain 3 single chip LEDs in each module. I used these under the gunnels to illuminate the cup holder areas and under the dash and sub. I think I used 8 of these modules. They are $5.49 ea.

ALS-x16: this is a string of 36 LEDs that I used to illuminate the storage areas under the passenger seat and in each rear locker on the right and left of the engine. I used 5 strings of 36 LEDs - 2 in each rear locker and 1 under the passenger seat storage area. They are $7.95 ea.

That should keep you busy for a while.




O yeah that will keep me and my father busy for quite some time if we decide to do it.

[chaseandrews]

Z5 Rack, bigger amp and some LEDs , maybe a whole 40th Anniv. switch over.....?

[SunCoast 83]

new carpet and maybe a new tow vehicle. looking at a 2007 nissan pathfinder.

[bucky]

Not necessarily the boat, but I got an LED light kit from Mastercraft of Charlotte to replace all the lights on the trailer. I think the white reverse lights were half the cost.
Edit: but it sure looks cool as heII!

[Lennyp04]

The LED trailer lights are super bright especially the back up lights