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  1. TS4811

    Boat 2017 SX210 fresh water boat for sale in S.E. Michigan

    Beautiful 2017 Yamaha SX210 in S.E. Michigan. Only 80 hours of fresh water slow boating! All standard equipment including Twin TR1 engines. We added Jet Boat Pilot thrust vector fins and lateral reverse thruster package for ultimate handling. Features a Shorelander duel axle trailer with padded...
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    Boat 2017 SX210 for sale in S.E. Michigan

    Beautiful 2015 Yamaha SX210. Only 80 hours of fresh water slow boating! All standard equipment including Twin TR1 engines. We added Jet Boat Pilot thrust vector fins and lateral reverse thruster package for ultimate handling. Features a Shorelander duel axle trailer with padded guides and two...
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    Anchoring system for overnight boat camping

    I use the standard (too small) Danforth when I’m looking for a quick set in smooth water. I has never failed to disappoint. Most of the time, especially when I am on a sandy bottom and/or in windy conditions, I use a 25lb. navy anchor with 6’ of chain. I have always felt well tied to the bottom...
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    Let down by a Yamaha Owner

    Isn’t this what the flair gun is for?
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    2017 AR210 TR1 motor reviews

    I boat all over the state at various times of the year. I have a bad boating habit. We usually jet boat on the chain of lakes in the Pinckney area. We head out to various spots north with the jet boat every year. I have sailed big boats all over Great Lakes with extensive time in Grand Traverse...
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    2017 AR210 TR1 motor reviews

    I typically run 90 octane rec fuel to avoid ethanol and the water contamination that usually comes with it.
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    2017 AR210 TR1 motor reviews

    The reverse thruster upgrade was a game changer. I would definitely purchase them again. Docking with a 4mph cross current I can run one engine forward and play the reverse bucket and wheel and walk the boat sideways into the current. Not to mention turning on it axis. Like I said, game changer!
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    2017 AR210 TR1 motor reviews

    I tend to cruise and have no problem hitting 40mph. I think I have been as fast as maybe 48, but tend to run 25+/-. Cruise mode makes speed control super easy. Low bow rise at take off also a really nice feature. I do highly recommend the fins and reverse thrust vectors. I keep boat on trailer...
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    2017 AR210 TR1 motor reviews

  10. TS4811

    2017 AR210 TR1 motor reviews

    So I am on my 4th season here with a 2017 SX210 With TR1 engines and they have been nearly effortlessly to maintain and totally trouble free. The boat is well powered and handles really well. I have added the JBP Thrust Vectors and Reverse Thrusters and she maneuvers in our river currents...
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    Glen Lake MI?

    Michigan is blessed with many beautiful lakes, especially in the northern part of the state and Glen Lake sit at the top of the list. In the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, it is well worth the trip. Small resort towns and water so clean you feel you cold drink right out of...
  12. TS4811

    Thrust Vector advice

    Got fins and reverse thrusters after learning the hard way I needed them. I think it probably depends on how you use your boat and the docking conditions you have. I installed the package last year and couldn’t be happier. It’s also nice to have a little steering in neutral.
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    Mullet Lake, Michigan

    Did the Michigan inland waterway last year and had a blast. There are a couple of interesting YouTube videos that will give you more. The Crooked River Inn is a great lodging option too. Other fantastic lakes in the northwest are Charlavoix, Torch Lake, Leelanau, Glen Lake and on and on.
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    Newer 24ft boat in shorlander trailer must do mod!

    Going back to the issue of positioning the boat on the trailer and considering the information here I am thinking I will start by positioning the boat on the trailer for best support and then adjust axles for tongue weight. Sounds like it was hit and miss how it was set to begin with.
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    Newer 24ft boat in shorlander trailer must do mod!

    Great tip, you got to love this forum! Jetboaters.net has really help heal the pain of weak dealer support and a few Yamaha issues. Thanks again all. I will have to look at that. I didn’t see any wiring going to the surge brake, but maybe there is. In fact I will start by plugging my trailer in...
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    Opportunity to say THANK YOU to USCG member

    Count me in
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    Newer 24ft boat in shorlander trailer must do mod!

    Interesting, I had a problem backing my trailer last week. I was surprised as I had not had the problem ever before. When we pulled out and I noticed the boat was a couple inches back from the winch roller I wasn’t too worried about it. Of course I didn’t know how to lock out the brake. I...
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    JBP Lateral Thruster MOD - Feedback PLZ

    Just spent my 2nd weekend on the water with the thrusters installed and what a difference. I had felt somewhat inept trying to maneuver our '17 SX210. I freely admit, despite years of piloting a variety of large cruisers (twin screw) and 30-50' sailboats, I was struggling with this one. We have...
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    To the folks thinking of buying a Yamaha: I will never buy one again.

    Let’s face it, part of the joy of ownership are the little things we can do to our boats. But when you have a condition as I hear with the wake towers and the response from the factory it is alarming. In my case, even after having to fix a few really stupid issues with my new boat, I find, I...
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    To the folks thinking of buying a Yamaha: I will never buy one again.

    tragically many of these issues are minor and could be easily avoided upfront or at least settled with the smallest amount of customer care. Other problems, like the falling towers may just take the lawyers to resolve. In my case, it was a few little things, leaking anchor locker drain. Cracked...
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