Baller Razorskier1 Posted November 14, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 Press release today -- MBUU to get blocks from GM and marinize their own engines. Added 70,000 sq ft of manufacturing space. Could be using the engines as early as 2019 model year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted November 14, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 Guess it makes sense, they started mfg their own trailers, engines was about all that was left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted November 14, 2016 Administrators Share Posted November 14, 2016 @Razorskier1 I can not find any such news Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted November 14, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 @Horton it is on Malibus press release site Link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted November 14, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 @Horton -- remember that as an investment guy I see some things before others. I'm meeting with the management team tomorrow here in MN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted November 14, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 Yeah, but Indmar is a great company to work with. I've gotten quick responses to engine questions and even questions about various Diacom results. They have been very helpful to people on the Malibu forum. Hopefully Malibu figures out a way to provide that sort of support instead of just having you call the dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bigskieridaho Posted November 14, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 A one stop shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bigskieridaho Posted November 14, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 14, 2016 Great idea as long as they get quality engine guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LakeOneSkier Posted November 15, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 15, 2016 Investor Press Release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jack_Haase Posted November 15, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 15, 2016 This sounds like a great idea maybe they will try messing with diesel engines I think a boat with this type of engine would work wonders for the water ski world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted November 16, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 16, 2016 @Jack_Haase - Diesels are probably further from reality now than ever. #rollcoal. Can't imagine with the hosing VW/Audi/Porsche is taking currently that a competitor is sitting in the wings to take that business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted November 16, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 16, 2016 I wish them luck. It is 'bucking' the system for sure. I can't think of another boat maker that produces their own engines. Not sure I would want to buy a first year model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted November 16, 2016 Baller_ Share Posted November 16, 2016 Pretty big undertaking with all considered but with today's CNC technology and automated machines that mill and bend metal it is an attainable direction. GM is aggressive and is always looking for markets to sell their products into. With Indmar tying in with Ford and Ilmore dabbling in the inboard market that leaves the heavyweights Pleasurecraft / Crusader and Merc still the dominate marinizers. Time will only tell if the endeavor is successful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ DW Posted November 16, 2016 Baller_ Share Posted November 16, 2016 Press release indicates the strong relationship with GM, one could assume they 'lost' the unique link as Indmar transitioned to Ford and wanted to re-strengthen that relationship and perhaps other suppliers did not meet Malibu requirements for quality/volume/etc. It will offer some opportunity as Malibu offers dual branding on the Corvette boats as an example. In addition to the logistics and all that is required to set up the facility, I would think calibration expertise will be one key area of talent needed. Hardware is all pretty much available from numerous suppliers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted November 16, 2016 Jack Springer is very aware that calibration is key. He made that very clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted November 16, 2016 Administrators Share Posted November 16, 2016 I will say this..... You have to have some brass attachments to do what they are doing. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jjackkrash Posted November 17, 2016 Baller Share Posted November 17, 2016 How long has Indmar been using Ford Motors? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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