10 month wait but my 2022 AR195 is here

[Willabeast240]

I put a deposit down on a 2021 model earlier this year but like many others my order was cut. The dealership put me down for a 2022 which I was ok with. I had to drive about 3 hours to pick it up but it was totally worth it. The dealership was fantastic to deal with and even overnighted the paperwork for my wife to sign. Being 9 months pregnant she wasn't thrilled with the idea of such a long drive. Boat was in perfect condition and the dealership even tossed in a mooring cover & safety equipment to get us up and running.

We took it out the very next day and had a blast on the water with the family and grandparents. The launch went great but docking was a whole different story. I had this thing sideways at the docks and nearly had my first docking scar. Luckily my FIL prevented the ding and we got it back on the trailer. Second trip out with friends went much better. I ALMOST forgot the drain plugs but luckily my wife has been listening to my youtube videos that repeat "Don't forget your drain plug" over and over.

A couple questions I had:

1. Break-in was done and we have about 6 hours of runtime on the engine. Should I perform the 10 hour service now? We're done with it for the season and it'll be stored in a heated garage.
2. I didn't see a specific procedure for winterizing the boat in the owner's manual. Anyone have a procedure they prefer?
3. Do you guys disconnect the trailer electrical when launching/retrieving the boat?
4. Dock lines and fenders get wet during use. Do you guys leave them in the ski locker or take them out after the day and air dry them?
5. Should I flush the engine out with fresh water after every use? It's a fresh water only boat for us.

It even fits in the garage! I had to remove the bimini top to clear the 7' door but not a big deal.

 

[DogDadDave]

What's that yellow thing under that cover in the garage?

 

[Willabeast240]

What's that yellow thing under that cover in the garage?

Good eye. That's my 1990 Nissan 300zx TT. Fully built engine with full breather mods that puts down around 430HP/440TQ.

 

[Neutron]

I was ready to guess a 300z and you posted damn.
Nice ride

 

[Jim_in_Delaware]

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LOL, I don't know which of you has the biggest grin!

Congrats on the new boat.

Jim

 

[Crob83]

U don't have to take the Bimini off if you mess with your tower cables. There is a thread about it on here with a lot of info. Also replace that junk bow roller before it causes more damage than it probably already has with a stoltz 3.5 inch

 

[Willabeast240]

Yeah I plan on extending the tower cables. I was in a pinch and need to get it in the garage for the winter but I'll do that mod this winter. That damn bow roller has done a good bit of damage already... it'll be replaced soon as well. Crazy that they still use those cheap plastic pieces when a good affordable replacement is available.