XStar05 needs some help

[H2OGirl]

XStar05 sent my a PM and wanted a check list of what he should do when he takes delivery of his new XStar. He wants it to be perfect. Given all the problems I had, not so sure I should be giving advice on checking over a new boat. I figured everyone should have some great advice for Ryan so lets here it....What should Ryan check when he takes delivery of his new '05 X-Star?

[sizzler]

perhaps ryan asked you because he luurrvess yooooooo :uglyhamme

[H2OGirl]

yeah I'm sure that must be it after I reemed his A** for putting my business all over the net!!

Now seriously lets help the kid out.

[sizzler]

sorry carrissa....i'm at work and its hard to get serious :D

[H2OGirl]

I know what you mean...works gets in the way of life.

I don't want this kid to have troubles with his new X-Star he is the one that is getting the barbed wire one from the boat show. I believe his family is purchasing the boat, he is only 20 if I'm not mistaken. Huge MC fan. Don't want to see anything bad happen to that boat.

[erkoehler]

Well, I would say lengthy water test before the papers are signed!

[east tx skier]

Sizzler wins!

But seriously, there's a thread on this somewhere. Tell him to take the search engine for a ride. In that thread, I posted a link to the old Malibu board in which they've done a very good checklist for what to look at when you take delivery. If he can't find it, they probably still have it over at wakeside rides.

"He luurrves you!" Great one, sizz!

[wakinvol]

Actually get one first.......

[X_Star05]

thanks everyone! I think i found the check list... here:

Plan to spend a couple of hours going over the boat, the further the dealer is away, the more time you need to spend. The items can be broken down into the following areas: Confirmation of Order (options), Documentation (including warranty) Appearance (including fit and finish), Operational, Training, and Maintenance,

Confirmation of Order
Right Model
Right Color
Exterior – Base, Main Panel, Accents, Decals, etc
Interior – Base, Main Panel, Accents, Piping, Carpet, Bead, etc
Right Trailer – Single or tandem
Right Options – Are all options ordered are installed, (factory and dealer)
Any dealer accessories included in deal, (anchor, ropes, fire extinguisher, etc)

Documentation
Manuals, (boat, engine, transmission, trailer etc)
Warranties (boat, engine, trailer, vinyl etc)
Title or certificate (boat and trailer)

Appearance (fit and finish)
Entire gelcoat surface, smooth, no scratches, blisters, or cracks, take special not around fixtures
Swim platform – centered, smooth, all mounting screws, and smooth operation of Wedge door.
Decals – Straight, no bubbles or loose corners
Interior – Review all seats and cushions for quality work, no wrinkles, no cuts, check for fit, especially corners and underneath cushions
Windshield, check frame and glass, (opening on walk through) and proper installation.
Windscreen for bow riders, fit and scratch free
Netting in storage area, tight, attached well
Carpet, (also check storage areas for loose points
Tower, properly mounted and flex free.

Operational (depends on in/out of water)
All dash switches, and the device it supports
All latches/locks, and hinges
All gauges (also check if tight)
Speedos
Horn
Perfect Pass system properly calibrated
Stereo, Radio and CD, (reception, fader and balance
Lights, convenience, running
Bilge Pump
Blower
All options, (shower, heater, MLS, Perfect Pass)
Steering
Throttle
Tower fold down
Trailer winch
Trailer jack
Trailer lights
Trailer brakes (and lockout if equipped)
Trailer bearings (check for proper grease levels)

Familiarity Training
Location of: drain plugs, blower, bilge pump, fuel filters, oil filter, oil drain, impeller, cooler drains, battery, stern light, serial number (engine, hull), circuit breakers, transmission, v-drive, shaft packing, speedo pickups, water pickup, gas fill, oil fill, transmission fill, v-drive fill
Operation of all options
Starting procedures
General launching guidelines based on the trailer
Trailer tire pressure

Maintenance
Review annual and interval maintenance items
Vinyl Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Wax recommendations
Winterizing/Storage needs
Trailer lubrication

[east tx skier]

And, of course, special thanks to MBO and wakeside rides for the checklist.

/edit. Just my dumb opinion, but you might consider linking to that checklist instead of doing the cut and paste of it here (hopefully I linked it in the old thread - can't remember for the life of me and can't find it now). Somebody on MBO probably worked hard on that and might not like it posted over here. If anyone can find the old thread, where I referenced it let me know where it is so I can link it if I neglected to previously.

Don't forget to do the MagRed check. ;)

[BRAZOS 205]

Swim platform – centered, smooth, all mounting screws, and smooth operation of Wedge door.
Trailer lubrication

You might have a heck of a time checking the operation of the Wedge door, but if you try long enough.... ;)

[André]

Good one Brazos!!!LOL

[SKI*MC]

Man i hope everything would be good for X Star 05, i have been talking to him latley, i dont think he could wait much longer! I hope everything is just the way you expect it to be! Good luck with everything!

[Farmer Ted]

XStar05 sent my a PM and wanted a check list of what he should do when he takes delivery of his new XStar. He wants it to be perfect. Given all the problems I had, not so sure I should be giving advice on checking over a new boat. I figured everyone should have some great advice for Ryan so lets here it....What should Ryan check when he takes delivery of his new '05 X-Star?

well when I bought my 2001 F-150 the owner of the dealership (family friend) took me through the entire truck and showed me what every button/switch/knob/handle did or operated. He opened the owners manual and showed me where it listed the fluid quantities and type, spare, jack blah blah blah. Very professional and thorough.

This was on a $12,000 truck, I would expect your dealer would drive you and your boat to the marina, have a dry run on the ins and outs of how your MC operates all the whistles and bells.

Launch the boat and have a shake down cruise, again have the dealer show you what everything does and how to correctly operate it.

Don't be in a hurry, plan for this to take the better part of a day, I would not even think about getting in the water for a pull until the dealer has demonstrated how the boat works and that in fact the boat works as advertised/expected.

Just remember be patient, walk down the hill and hump them all!


And be sure to post some pictures.

[east tx skier]

Must be a Ford thing. My dealer did the same thing when I bought my '01 Expedition. Come to think of it, my Honda dealer did the same thing when I bought my 96 Accord.

[X_Star05]

thanks again everyone! ill be sure to post pictures!!! this wait is killing me!