13 VLX Gunwale ballast install/Big 800 Sumo (pics)

[Fman]

Is there much difference between a 2313 and 1235? I'm asking because I have only used the 1235 and 2315.

[Cory]

I've only tried the same props as you. I think the better question is whether there is much difference between the 2315 and the 2313.

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[Cory]

I guess I've also tried the 537 on my Vride.

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[Fman]

If he was leaning towards a prop for slalom skiing with wakeboarding/surfing weight capabilities I was thinking the 1235 might work. I would recommend the OP contact wake props (aka wakemakers). Spencer and his crew have a lot of experience with all types of props tested on the water.

[isellacuras]

I run the 1235 and I do it all from barefoot to heavily weighted surfing and it is adequate for me. I don't run a lot of ballast for wakeboardig and I am in a pre surfgate vlx. I am afraid I will loose to much top speed for the few footers in my crew (edit) if I switch to the 2315. I have not experienced any limit with the 1235

Edited April 27, 2014 by isellacuras

[Cory]

The 2315 is not appropriate for barefoot. You would have to have the boat at WOT.

[isellacuras]

I am close to wide open for barefoot sessions as it is. Luckily there's only 2 barefooters in my crew and they don't ride to long. I don't mind a little wide open for short bursts as long as there's a purpose for it.

[Cory]

Fman,

I'm thinking of installing a reversible pump for my bow area. My thought is to install a pump in a similar location as one of your pumps and a switch at the helm like you. I run the water line to one of the side pockets in the bow area put a flow-rite connector on the end.

Could you explain where you tapped into power and ground for your pumps? Did you fuse your pumps? Any pictures of these wiring details? Thanks.

[Fman]

Cory, I went with the makewakers pre-wired switch bezel, it makes hook up super easy. I just ran the hot off my perko switch and the ground off the battery. The other two wires go off the pump and your good to go. I also ran a 30amp inline fuse for each pump which they also sell. See the attached diagram below. You can come directly off the "T" handle drain and not even drill a hole in your boat, its very easy. I used a dremel to cut out the switch case, and everything else is just a matter of running the hoses. I think you would be very pleased with having a dedicated fill line for a bow bag and not having to use a portable pump, easier and clean.

Here is the wiring diagram:

[Cory]

Thanks for the info/ideas Travis. That makes it a much simpler project.

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[Fman]

No problem Cory, I would suggest using wakemakers, Spencer or Jason will take care of you. If you have any more questions during your install feel free to ask. I do not know crud about stereos, but I have installed a few ballast systems.