Is the powerslot still used in all mastercrafts

[d36yzrider]

is the powerslot tranny still an option today in mastercrafts I know it came in most of the S&S boats from the 80's is it still around today

[MakeMineaS&S]

Yeah, but I think the ratio changed from 1.5 to 1.26 (or something close to that).

[east tx skier]

The powerslot transmission was never used in all MasterCrafts. Gear reduction has always been an upgrade from the 1:1 transmission that comes standard since gear reduction was introduced (maybe in the late 70's early 80's ICBW).

As MMaS&S notes, they have taken some of the beef out of it in recent years from 1.52:1 to 1.26:1. Still a great upgrade in my opinion.

[MakeMineaS&S]

The powerslot transmission was never used in all MasterCrafts. Gear reduction has always been an upgrade from the 1:1 transmission that comes standard since gear reduction was introduced (maybe in the late 70's early 80's ICBW).

As MMaS&S notes, they have taken some of the beef out of it in recent years from 1.52:1 to 1.26:1. Still a great upgrade in my opinion.

1980, according to the Prostar history thread.

My '85 has the 1:1 tranny, and I've got a case of Powerslot envy. I'm gonna be doing the "standard" upgrades this winter of GT-40P heads, Edelbrock Performer manifold, EI, and new CNC prop.

According to the threads I've read, and in talks with a few folks on here with the exact mods I'm planning, re-quipped thusly, I should get in the neighborhood of 300-ish horsepower, and with the increase in power, I won't even "miss" the Powerslot. Do guys with the LT-1 boats or other 285-310hp boats equipped with the 1:1 feel a need for gear reduction?

Also, Powerslot threads on here indicated that some skiers, (even top-level types) preferred the wakes thrown by the 1:1 boats, (though it's probably splitting hairs), and unless you're LaPoint or another champion-caliber skier behind a 240hp boat, you won't really even need the gear reduction. Thoughts?

As a non-champion skier, I probably, (very much most likely), have no need for one, but I AM a "bell-and-whistle" fan, and I tend to always like the biggest engine in my vehicles, (hence why I also have 454-envy).

Though, I'm kinda glad sometimes that I have the 351w with the 1:1, since I ride a couple of miles to my "usual spot" and the allegedly better GPH of the 1:1 boats is a nice thing.

I WANT a 454 "Superslot" S&S, but I DON'T wanna feed it. I hear they're thirsty. :D

[93Prostar190]

My 93 Prostar 190 had the HO Engine with a Powerslot (1.5 to 1) ... it was a nice combination, few boats are that skiable .... my 214 has the MCX and the dealer did not think I would the Powerslot ... I am extremely happy with the performance of the 214 but would love to ski and drive one with the 1.26 reducation just to compare.

Just my $0.02

[d36yzrider]

the main thing I like about the powerslot boats is how fast you get out of the water I have skied behind a few other brand boats and they take a second longer getting out of the water lol

[jconover]

I WANT a 454 "Superslot" S&S, but I DON'T wanna feed it. I hear they're thirsty. :D
Yup. Even worse when your sending unit is busted and you don't KNOW you're out of gas. (oops)

[east tx skier]

1980, according to the Prostar history thread.

My '85 has the 1:1 tranny, and I've got a case of Powerslot envy. I'm gonna be doing the "standard" upgrades this winter of GT-40P heads, Edelbrock Performer manifold, EI, and new CNC prop.

According to the threads I've read, and in talks with a few folks on here with the exact mods I'm planning, re-quipped thusly, I should get in the neighborhood of 300-ish horsepower, and with the increase in power, I won't even "miss" the Powerslot. Do guys with the LT-1 boats or other 285-310hp boats equipped with the 1:1 feel a need for gear reduction?

Also, Powerslot threads on here indicated that some skiers, (even top-level types) preferred the wakes thrown by the 1:1 boats, (though it's probably splitting hairs), and unless you're LaPoint or another champion-caliber skier behind a 240hp boat, you won't really even need the gear reduction. Thoughts?

As a non-champion skier, I probably, (very much most likely), have no need for one, but I AM a "bell-and-whistle" fan, and I tend to always like the biggest engine in my vehicles, (hence why I also have 454-envy).

Though, I'm kinda glad sometimes that I have the 351w with the 1:1, since I ride a couple of miles to my "usual spot" and the allegedly better GPH of the 1:1 boats is a nice thing.

I WANT a 454 "Superslot" S&S, but I DON'T wanna feed it. I hear they're thirsty. :D

You will be very happy with your upgrades and probably won't want for more from a hole shot perspective as long as you don't ski behind a boat with gear reduction so that you find out what you're missing. I'm saying that kind of tongue in cheek. When I did those upgrades on my old MC, once the intake manifold was in, I was completely satisfied with the power out of the hole. I now have a boat with a gear reduction transmission (and about 10ish extra horses), and, at this point, I wouldn't want to be without it. Having to occasionally getting out of the hole and up to speed with some larger skiers on the short end of our course makes me glad I have it. It also, from my perspective, helps with a bit more steady pull in the course when those hard pullers are behind the boat.

Of course, part of this could be that it's a different boat, known to track extremely well. Since it comes with standard gear reduction, it's not possible to compare it to one with a 1:1. But I have also driven some 197s with gear reduction and find that I prefer them to the 197s with the 1:1 in the course, particularly when dealing with a short setup.

I think the differences in wake are marginal as are the differences in rpm baselines.

If I were in your shoes, I would make the upgrades you're talking about making and not worry about changing the transmission (along with the shaft, strut, and prop). But if you do, don't buy that new prop until you do it. Otherwise, you'll have to buy another one.

[shepherd]

I've skied behind a few ski boats without Powerslots (mine has it, though) and they've had more than enough ooomph to pull me out of the water quick enough and I've never noticed any difference in holding speed through the course. They may have taken an extra second or two to get up to 34 mph which could be a factor on short set-up courses like ETS's.

[east tx skier]

I've skied behind a few ski boats without Powerslots (mine has it, though) and they've had more than enough ooomph to pull me out of the water quick enough and I've never noticed any difference in holding speed through the course. They may have taken an extra second or two to get up to 34 mph which could be a factor on short set-up courses like ETS's.

It doesn't take much to get me out of the water. But some of the bigger guys and harder pullers was what I was referring to. I think it's a great feature. But I wouldn't add it to a boat that didn't have it. I really am glad I have it.

[MakeMineaS&S]

That's about what I thought. I'm 5'11" and 165, so I pop right out, but as far as speed-holding and such in the course, I wouldn't know since I haven't skied a course, (yet).

Couldn't the acceleration and speed-holding be compensated for somewhat by the prop selection? I hear the OJ CNC 4-blades have pretty good speed-holding, and a change of pitch can affect the holeshot pretty well.

As said, when I bought the boat, I knew nothing about this stuff. It was just a good, solid boat, well taken care of and with average hours. Would I sell it because it lacks a Powerslot? No way. Would I prefer the same boat with a Powerslot? Yes way.

As far as the mods, the cost of a new tranny/shaft/strut/prop makes it almost more cost-effective to sell this one and buy one with a Powerslot. The engine mods are comparatively CHEAP, and the extra 60-odd horses, plus a modern CNC prop should make it moot for my level of skiing.

The moment I ever out-ski this boat, I'll sell it and get a more modern one.

I don't see that happening. :D

[east tx skier]

As far as the mods, the cost of a new tranny/shaft/strut/prop makes it almost more cost-effective to sell this one and buy one with a Powerslot. The engine mods are comparatively CHEAP, and the extra 60-odd horses, plus a modern CNC prop should make it moot for my level of skiing.


Exactly. Get those horses up and you won't want for more. I never even considered putting a reduction transmission on my 205.