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Both are very helpful, but the app itself won’t allow me to select WBB, so I wasn’t sure if it was an app issue or if there was a trick I had to do first before that would score.

That app is pretty cool!!!! However, I can’t get it to allow my WBB into the run. Do I need to do something prior to a WBB before that trick can be scored?

I did figure this out. One current adapter line attaches to gates and then 1,3,5 and another for 2,4,6. I’m missing 99’ of the line and the clip from 4-6.

I was given a free Insta slalom course with a current adapter. I have installed a portable slalom course in the past, so I don’t have any issue with the mainline and associated parts. I don’t know how the current adapter works and I can’t seem to find anything online. Does anyone have experience with that set up? It’s a separate line and it clips to the pvc just before the turn buoy, but I don’t know how it attaches back to the mainline or where. I could have pieces missing, too.

@ALPJr I have that vest, as well as my son. I really like it for slalom. However, I trick ski a lot and the stupid flotation panels get all turned around and twisted when I fall...which is a bunch. It's very frustrating and have stopped using it for the most part. My son is now tricking, and when he got in the boat last night we had a good laugh as 6-7 of his flotation panels were all jacked up from his numerous falls.

Boat is sold.

Years ago I got lucky and found a used, aluminum PTM VR-140 mirror. Knowing what I know now, I'd buy a new one in a heartbeat. It's a completely different experience (for the better) than with my old CIPA Comp mirror.

Nice work!

https://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Boat_3Event&postid=67010

My new Vapor boot had it's first release test (no mechanical release) as I fell forward on my big trick doing a toe wake front. Ski wasn't all the way around either, and the liner released no problem. Had it not released, I'm certain I would have at least pulled my groin/hamstring area.

Thanks @On_edge I had called PP before starting this thread and apparently didn't reach the right person. I was initially told I'd have to upgrade to the Three Event software, and then add the Zbox upgrade on top of that, and that the paddlewheel input was no longer supported. However, I just talked to Aaron at PP and he explained he can make it happen. He also assured me that all I needed was the Zbox upgrade and he'd install the necessary program on the software to utilize the paddle wheel input. The only issue is he thinks it'll only work in wakeboard mode, and that is 0.25 mph increments, so he said he'd change the program for my wakeboard mode to adjust on 0.1 mph increments if he can't get the trick mode to allow it. No change in price either....truly is great customer service which I've always experienced in the past with PP.

RPM mode doesn’t quite cut it for pulling tricks in previous attempts. I haven’t tried with this boat yet. Malibu cruise isn’t an option either as it says “replaced by perfect pass” when the button is pushed to engage it. Yes, that’s a fiberglass platform on top of the teak platform. I’ve been looking for a RLXi with the LS1 engine for many years. I compromised, as this has the Monsoon, but deep down I know it’s more than enough engine. I rolled the dice with this boat buying it sight unseen and it came out of winterization not running right. But, the seller was honest and renegotiated a price and all worked out well.

There is supposedly a river mode in the wake software where one can input the speed of the current. But the issue is the current is variable depending on narrow vs wide, straight vs bend, etc... We get by, but it's just annoying. Supposedly the chip used for the paddle wheel input from Intel is no longer available.

My new to me 2006 RLXi has the Star Gazer Wake S system, and I’m contemplating an upgrade to Zbox. It’s my understanding I’ll need the software upgrade to get the 3 event system going, then Zbox on top of that. Am I missing something? I think I’d really prefer to revert back to a digital pro system so I can use my paddle wheel. Yes, I’m that guy complaining about GPS speed control as we do a very large amount of trick skiing on a river with a variable current. If someone has a working gauge and module from one of their upgrades, I’d be interested.

@landonjohn10 you have it advertised correctly. In 2016 the Vapor was offered in lithium, alloy, and graphite versions.

I don't think he's shafting people, at least by taking their money and not delivering a product. He doesn't charge anything until your handle ships...at least that's my experience. He did not take any of my money.

This happened to me a few years ago. Heard nothing from him after ordering, but probably 6 months later he contacted me saying he was ready to make mine. I tried to be sympathetic regarding his health news and various reasons for not contacting me, but when he got mad and pissy about me no longer wanting the handle I decided I made the right call by moving on.

I made the switch 6-7 years ago to a rear toe plate and it was successful. The first few sets were horrendous, but actually increased PB after that. I also had to change my grip to right palm up a couple years ago (RFF) and that also took a few sets to adjust. One of these days I want to try LFF just for fun, but have no intention of switching.

My next door neighbor is now skiing 28mph in tournaments (86 years old) and still on his Senate, and has been struggling. He’s about 180lbs I think. He refuses to listen to me that he should try a Union or Terrain…or any other wider ski for that matter. I really think it would benefit him greatly.

That’s awesome! I skied on a 67” Radar Union last summer and actually did quite well with it…just free skiing. But it made me wonder about putting my bindings on an appropriately sized Union (or Terrain) and seeing how I liked it. I’m not a fin tweaker, but could the adjustable fin be installed on that ski?

I’ve had one for 10+ years. No complaints.

@Jmoski yes, it’s a separate paddle wheel installed for the perfect pass system and wired directly to the perfect pass control box. @Ski_Dad I did end up buying the gauge. That’ll give me peace of mind to take my current gauge apart and see if I can fix it…assuming it continues to act up. It’s ok so far this year.

@UWSkier that is an option, but I'd probably revert back to PP 6.4 and my single line display before I upgrade to to Star Gazer. I actually have two single line displays, so I'm set for a while. 🙂 I ski with some VERY finicky trick skiers. I used to mess around with one as he wanted 18.4 mph, so I'd tell those in the boat that I was setting at 18.5 or 18.3 and he'd tell me to speed up or down 1 depending. It's truly unreal. I still make fun of him for being so picky, but I'm amazed he can tell the difference.

For those that have had the Perfect Pass gauge apart, can the faceplate be easily swapped out? I have the intermittent blank screen issue with my gauge, and new 3.5" gauges are not available unless upgrading to Star Gazer. I do not want GPS speed control, as the paddle wheel is a better option for the river with a variable current that I do most of my skiing on. I found one with a white and red faceplate and chrome bezel. I'm pretty sure the bezel can be easily swapped out for my black one, but I'm wondering if the faceplate can be as well? Perhaps the LCD screen itself can be swapped between the gauges?

@Jody_Seal Thank you! Exactly the info I was looking for. It even looked like it might be one piece, and not three individual fins??? It's definitely a project boat, but hopefully not too much involved. If the price is right I do plan to buy it, but regardless I'll help the family get it ready to sell. Don't worry, I've still got my 98 Echelon for ski duty. 😀