VLX Wedge Conversion

[RIPP52VLX]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

[SCOTTDOMINE]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

Somewhere, someone, (can't seem to find it right now) on this site just posted of a conversion that they successfully did. Sounded as if it all went fairly easy. Try searching the modifications and the tech forums and I'm sure you'll find it.

Oh ......................... Good Luck and.......................

[Chia]

IIRC, the mod was done with a power wedge from a boat that was a write-off. I do not think Malibu will sell you a power wedge for retrofit.

edit: oh yeah, welcome to the site

Edited January 16, 2008 by Cervelo

[Bobby Light]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

There's nothing wrong with the manual wedge I wouldn't avoid a boat because it had a manual wedge. You could always upgrade to a free floating wedge..

[Malibudude]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

There's nothing wrong with the manual wedge I wouldn't avoid a boat because it had a manual wedge. You could always upgrade to a free floating wedge..

Free? How so?

Malibu will not install nor will they sell a power wedge aftermarket period.

[SCOTTDOMINE]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

There's nothing wrong with the manual wedge I wouldn't avoid a boat because it had a manual wedge. You could always upgrade to a free floating wedge..

Free? How so?

Malibu will not install nor will they sell a power wedge aftermarket period.

I don't think he meant a "free" wedge. But the floating wedge that many have upgraded too.

[Malibudude]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

There's nothing wrong with the manual wedge I wouldn't avoid a boat because it had a manual wedge. You could always upgrade to a free floating wedge..

Free? How so?

Malibu will not install nor will they sell a power wedge aftermarket period.

I don't think he meant a "free" wedge. But the floating wedge that many have upgraded too.

Whoops forgot the smiley...ya I was just kidding. You can upgrade the manual wedge for the free floating, but it does require a new bracket. Just give your dealer your VIN and they can get one ordered.

[Bobby Light]

Hi all,

New to the board and am presently looking for a newer, used VLX.

In my searches, I have come across one with a manual wedge and was wondering if it can be converted to a powered type?

If possible, is it cost efficient, or should I just be looking elsewhere.....

There's nothing wrong with the manual wedge I wouldn't avoid a boat because it had a manual wedge. You could always upgrade to a free floating wedge..

Free? How so?

Malibu will not install nor will they sell a power wedge aftermarket period.

Maybe you could help out with the FREE part

[MalibuCalifornia]

You can not get a Power Wedge aftermarket...Malibu does not even sale them to dealers, only through warranty on an existing Power Wedge. The Power Wedge can only be installed correctly during production at the factory.

[RIPP52VLX]

Thanks for all the input everyone.

I wasn't aware of the free floating wedge option, but it seems like a viable upgrade. Great report Wakegirl!

I like the idea of the adjustablity of the power wedge, but assume those of you without power are adjusting ballast in place of wedge position. Does this give you much control of the wake shape?

[awilco]

Thanks for all the input everyone.

I wasn't aware of the free floating wedge option, but it seems like a viable upgrade. Great report Wakegirl!

I like the idea of the adjustablity of the power wedge, but assume those of you without power are adjusting ballast in place of wedge position. Does this give you much control of the wake shape?

I did the power wedge conversion, works great, glad I switched, much easier.

[WakeGirl]

Thanks for all the input everyone.

I wasn't aware of the free floating wedge option, but it seems like a viable upgrade. Great report Wakegirl!

I like the idea of the adjustablity of the power wedge, but assume those of you without power are adjusting ballast in place of wedge position. Does this give you much control of the wake shape?

Yes, we use weight to adjust shape. It won't be quite the same, but I'm very happy with what we can get out of our boat. Many people like using weight better anyway, since the wedge shapes the wake differently than weight does - it's so subjective. A lot of people get hung up on having to have all of the "best" features, but I've seen enough reports of problems with the power wedge to scare me away. The floating wedge may be a step down, but IME it's a short step.

What year is the boat that you're looking at?

[BLADE]

What is the difference between floating and manual wedge?

[awilco]

What is the difference between floating and manual wedge?

Manual locks into position and floating does not lock in

[WakeGirl]

That's basically it in terms of how you manage it, but the performance is very different as well.

[RIPP52VLX]

The boat I am looking at is an 05 VLX with very low hours.

From the information you guys have provided me, I am goiing to pursue it further.

Thanks again...

[WakeGirl]

Good luck & let us know how it goes.

[RIPP52VLX]

After asking about boats title, seller is no longer returning my calls.

On to the next one....

[Bobby Light]

After asking about boats title, seller is no longer returning my calls.

On to the next one....

That's never a good sign, good luck with the search.

[ADHD]

BUMP:::

Can anyone elaborate on whats needed to do the normal wedge to power wedge conversion????

[Guest J-Ro]

You can not get a Power Wedge aftermarket...Malibu does not even sale them to dealers, only through warranty on an existing Power Wedge. The Power Wedge can only be installed correctly during production at the factory.

[ADHD]

You can not get a Power Wedge aftermarket...Malibu does not even sale them to dealers, only through warranty on an existing Power Wedge. The Power Wedge can only be installed correctly during production at the factory.

Ok then how did he do his???

Thanks for all the input everyone.

I wasn't aware of the free floating wedge option, but it seems like a viable upgrade. Great report Wakegirl!

I like the idea of the adjustablity of the power wedge, but assume those of you without power are adjusting ballast in place of wedge position. Does this give you much control of the wake shape?

I did the power wedge conversion, works great, glad I switched, much easier.

There is a power wedge for sale and im really anxious on buying it just wanting to see how he did the conversion!!

[jshap]

You can not get a Power Wedge aftermarket...Malibu does not even sale them to dealers, only through warranty on an existing Power Wedge. The Power Wedge can only be installed correctly during production at the factory.

Ok then how did he do his???

Thanks for all the input everyone.

I wasn't aware of the free floating wedge option, but it seems like a viable upgrade. Great report Wakegirl!

I like the idea of the adjustablity of the power wedge, but assume those of you without power are adjusting ballast in place of wedge position. Does this give you much control of the wake shape?

I did the power wedge conversion, works great, glad I switched, much easier.

There is a power wedge for sale and im really anxious on buying it just wanting to see how he did the conversion!!

I believe he took it off of a salvaged boat. Do a search and you'll find the thread that explains his process.

[ADHD]

^^^^ ya thats my exact plan and ive searched and Can not find so someone help me!!!!

[PDR447]

how about PM the guy that did it???