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Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Thu Mar 28, 2013 12:39 pm
by Four R's
How much should my dealer charge to install a dual battery switch to include the 2nd battery, and whatever holds the second battery in place? Just bought a Bennington 2012 left over 2275 GCW.
Also, how much should I pay for the dealer to install a ski pylon to pull tubes (not skiers)? Should I consider doing any of these things myself?
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Thu Mar 28, 2013 5:55 pm
by PlaynDoc
Four R's wrote:Also, how much should I pay for the dealer to install a ski pylon to pull tubes (not skiers)? Should I consider doing any of these things myself?
Depending on who you talk to.... ski pylons shouldn't be used for tubing, due to the potential stresses that a 'submarining' tube could place on the pylon.... Some people feel that ski pylons are only for skiing... The skier can always let go of the rope, before too much force is placed upon the pylon...
Ask your dealer IF the pylon damage and boat damage is covered by warranty if it gets ripped out/bent while pulling a tube....
Personally.... once I get the extra $$ for a tow bar, or the means to have one made (do a search on here for self-made ski pylon/tow bars)... I'll get one... and I'll use it for tubes and skiing.
I would think that you could install the batteries/switches yourself, along with the ski pylon - unless skill level and/or your free time limits you. As far as 'how' to do the battery switch, there's tons of info on this site on how to do it right... and how to do it wrong... and sometimes conflicting information! But, you'll find several people on here that are simply experts in how to do stuff like that.
Search for wiring the battery switch, and talk/PM people who've done it..... The vast majority of people here will simply talk you through, step by step....
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Fri Mar 29, 2013 9:11 am
by Four R's
PlaynDoc wrote:Four R's wrote:Also, how much should I pay for the dealer to install a ski pylon to pull tubes (not skiers)? Should I consider doing any of these things myself?
Depending on who you talk to.... ski pylons shouldn't be used for tubing, due to the potential stresses that a 'submarining' tube could place on the pylon.... Some people feel that ski pylons are only for skiing... The skier can always let go of the rope, before too much force is placed upon the pylon...
Ask your dealer IF the pylon damage and boat damage is covered by warranty if it gets ripped out/bent while pulling a tube....
Personally.... once I get the extra $$ for a tow bar, or the means to have one made (do a search on here for self-made ski pylon/tow bars)... I'll get one... and I'll use it for tubes and skiing.
I would think that you could install the batteries/switches yourself, along with the ski pylon - unless skill level and/or your free time limits you. As far as 'how' to do the battery switch, there's tons of info on this site on how to do it right... and how to do it wrong... and sometimes conflicting information! But, you'll find several people on here that are simply experts in how to do stuff like that.
Search for wiring the battery switch, and talk/PM people who've done it..... The vast majority of people here will simply talk you through, step by step....
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Fri Mar 29, 2013 9:29 am
by jafo9
those could definately be DIY jobs. particularly if the ski pylon is just a bolt on kit. wiring a dual battery switch is pretty easy. there are lots of threads and diagrams that cover this. the biggest thing will be to get the proper wire and not to pay a fortune for it. i prefer
http://www.genuinedealz.com for my marine wire. iirc, i used 2ga when i added my most recent battery switch to the mastercraft.
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Fri Mar 29, 2013 9:24 pm
by lakerunner
I will make you a good deal on a perko battery switch. I bought one from a member on this forum and didn't use it. $15.00 plus shipping. PM me if interested.
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Sat Mar 30, 2013 8:19 am
by bassn386
Don't know the layout of your toon in the stern, but my version has a removable pylon that inserts into a slot in the deck. I have only used mine to pull tubes. Our latest tube is a 4 person HO that is 104" wide. Check with the dealer if your toon can accommodate it.
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Sat Mar 30, 2013 10:04 am
by Gonefishing
The battery switch is easy. Just follow the directions not a big thing. Plus if u need help a lot of guys on site will help you out. The bar I had the dealer do mine. Just for the fact if something was to happen they have responsibility. I was not real keen on drilling holes in my new boat. Plus I wanted it done when I P/U the boat. I am like you can't wait to get it in the water. Had mine for 2 months now and only water time was the test when I got it. Every weekend since has been rain or in the 30-40 temp range with wind. Fact I just went n rented a slip for the summer hope to put it in this weekend. Will see today was to be nice and it looks like a rain storm is coming. Enjoy the new toon.
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Sat Mar 30, 2013 12:19 pm
by Four R's
Gonefishing wrote:The battery switch is easy. Just follow the directions not a big thing. Plus if u need help a lot of guys on site will help you out. The bar I had the dealer do mine. Just for the fact if something was to happen they have responsibility. I was not real keen on drilling holes in my new boat. Plus I wanted it done when I P/U the boat. I am like you can't wait to get it in the water. Had mine for 2 months now and only water time was the test when I got it. Every weekend since has been rain or in the 30-40 temp range with wind. Fact I just went n rented a slip for the summer hope to put it in this weekend. Will see today was to be nice and it looks like a rain storm is coming. Enjoy the new toon.
thanks and good luck to you.
Re: Dual Battery switch and ski pylon question
Posted: Sat Mar 30, 2013 12:21 pm
by Four R's
Four R's wrote:PlaynDoc wrote:Four R's wrote:Also, how much should I pay for the dealer to install a ski pylon to pull tubes (not skiers)? Should I consider doing any of these things myself?
Depending on who you talk to.... ski pylons shouldn't be used for tubing, due to the potential stresses that a 'submarining' tube could place on the pylon.... Some people feel that ski pylons are only for skiing... The skier can always let go of the rope, before too much force is placed upon the pylon...
Ask your dealer IF the pylon damage and boat damage is covered by warranty if it gets ripped out/bent while pulling a tube....
Personally.... once I get the extra $$ for a tow bar, or the means to have one made (do a search on here for self-made ski pylon/tow bars)... I'll get one... and I'll use it for tubes and skiing.
I would think that you could install the batteries/switches yourself, along with the ski pylon - unless skill level and/or your free time limits you. As far as 'how' to do the battery switch, there's tons of info on this site on how to do it right... and how to do it wrong... and sometimes conflicting information! But, you'll find several people on here that are simply experts in how to do stuff like that.
Search for wiring the battery switch, and talk/PM people who've done it..... The vast majority of people here will simply talk you through, step by step....
thanks