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  1. OnTheWater

    Out of state purchase - service/warranty work?

    With the market the way it is, the likelihood of having to go out of state for a purchase is high. Should I have any concern whether the local dealer will do the service/warranty work?
  2. OnTheWater

    What’s the best boat insurance for the money

    SkiSafe has a lot of good reviews/recommendations on a number of boat forums. I had them for a couple of years - good rates, good coverage, but never had to use it. Feedback from others was positive, though.
  3. OnTheWater

    Portable toilets in a 242

    When our kids were younger and we had to have a portable on the boat (242), we used these and found them to be the best option for us. Folds up when not in use, bags worked really well for 1’s and 2’s, and didn’t have to carry/pump a full toilet...
  4. OnTheWater

    Thoughts and demo rides of wake / towsports boats: Moomba Max, Axis A22, MB Sports

    @MattFX4 - Nice boat. One of the tips I picked up on the Malibu forum, when I was deciding whether to get a tower or windshield mirror, was to put the windshield mirror on the passenger/port side windshield. Unobstructed view and in my opinion, gives a better view behind the boat.
  5. OnTheWater

    Thoughts and demo rides of wake / towsports boats: Moomba Max, Axis A22, MB Sports

    Yeah, I wish I had that platform. Malibu bought Cobalt a few years ago, thereby owning the patent for that swim step. Wish I could upgrade my ‘16 to it, but they won’t sell it. 😕 For a ladder, I have one on mine and works great. It was an option. Pic attached.
  6. OnTheWater

    Thoughts and demo rides of wake / towsports boats: Moomba Max, Axis A22, MB Sports

    Hey @d_coyne1984 - good reply. For me, the adjustability really comes in 1) I believe surf gate shapes the wave better than other options 2) wedge setting, which with each version of it really changes the length, height, and lip with all of the positions it offers, and then the 3) speed. Super...
  7. OnTheWater

    Thoughts and demo rides of wake / towsports boats: Moomba Max, Axis A22, MB Sports

    In my opinion, if you want the best and most adjustable wave, Malibu or Axis are the best way to go. The Power Wedge and Surfgate systems = no listing and so easy to dial-in and adjust. If you want the wave, then Axis has the same hulls and surf/wake technology as Malibu. If you want the trim...
  8. OnTheWater

    Marine insurance, who has what?

    Thanks for the heads up and offer! That’s actually the previous owners truck. I’m waiting on the boat to arrive from KC...😒. I have a Z71 with upgraded tow and suspension and since I won’t use it much(dry stack), I should be good.
  9. OnTheWater

    Marine insurance, who has what?

    Just officially insured my Malibu through SkiSafe. I like what I've read from those who have needed to used them and the cost and simplicity of signing up was nice. 2016 23 LSV, $488/year, $300k liability, $94k agreed upon value. I did the layup, but only b/c I spoke with them and it sounded...
  10. OnTheWater

    Talk me into this

    Since you just discovered that you may like surfing, I would invest in a wake shaping device (wake wedge is proven, but the booster looks promising and Will’s product may be good also), a transom bag and a center bag, and then see what happens. That’s the cheapest option to see if you and the...
  11. OnTheWater

    Marine insurance, who has what?

    I’m getting ready to insure my Malibu through Ski Safe. Very favorable reviews on coverage, cost, and handling claims from a lot of people on other forums. Hadn’t heard of them before, but definitely going that route. Link to discussion... Insurance
  12. OnTheWater

    2018 242x Audio Setup?

    @tek4fun - thanks for the reply and info. I actually decided to go a different route from what I was looking at and went back to a v-drive. Thank you!
  13. OnTheWater

    Cover for 2018 242x

    Thanks - this the one? Deluxe Premium Tower Mooring Cover
  14. OnTheWater

    Cover for 2018 242x

    Any recommendations on where to buy a cover for a 2018 242x? Mooring, trailering... Thanks, Tim
  15. OnTheWater

    Trailer?

    Thank you. Gonna check them out tomorrow.
  16. OnTheWater

    Trailer?

    How easy to find or match and how much money for a trailer for a ‘18 242x? Looking at a possible boat purchase, but no trailer(dry dock).
  17. OnTheWater

    Thoughts and demo rides of wake / towsports boats: Moomba Max, Axis A22, MB Sports

    When I had my Malibu 24 MXZ during the past 2 years, I found that one of the best ways to steer in reverse was by popping it into forward for a quick sec with the steering wheel turned to get the stern facing the direction I wanted. Then, straighten the wheel out and pop it in to reverse (quick...
  18. OnTheWater

    2018 242x Audio Setup?

    For the ‘18, what is the stereo setup? Wetsounds? Does it have a sub? For the tower - cans or sound bar or both? If cans, what type (Icon’s or Rev’s)? Overall, is it a good setup? Thanks!
  19. OnTheWater

    Sandbars and tying off

    Exile Balls work really well and don’t scratch. Many of the guys on the wake forums (first learned of them on the Malibu forum) recommend these. Cost is good, stowing is really easy, and they work really well... https://exileaudio.com/store/install-accessories/exile-buoy-ball-fender.html
  20. OnTheWater

    2019 242x vs 2018

    Thanks - that what I thought. Anything on the rudder/keel? Between Facebook and forum, can’t remember where I think I saw it .
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