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Cobra fins

Scott Kathlina

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I have a 2013 AR192. Was thinking about putting cobra fins on. Are they worth putting on and using?
 

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If you are new to boating or have come over to jets from prior Prop-boat ownership, I would say yes.

There are some other threads with a healthy debate on this subject.
 

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I have the Thrust Vector XV and it make a ton of difference, my wife navigate with more confidence now.
 

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I put Cobra Fins on my previous 2006 SX230, made a big difference, my current 2008 SX230 HO has no fins, it wanders all over the place. I have sitting on my table my new set of Cobra Jet Steering Venom Ultimate's, plan is to install them this morning.
 

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Just finished installing the fins, piece of cake install, was much easier than the 1st generation fins where you had to drill holes and the fins are noticeably longer/deeper than the 1st generation, cannot wait to try them out.

 

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Here is a YouTube Video that Jeff put together for the installation:

 

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Yes that is exactly what they are for, I am actually running very low on them again but I still have a few in stock and more ordered for those and for the magnum AK series steering
 

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Yes that is exactly what they are for, I am actually running very low on them again but I still have a few in stock and more ordered for those and for the magnum AK series steering
PM me a price, last name is Pilgrim so you know who I am from my recent order.
 

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The fangs for your system run 85 dollars for the regular setup or 150 for the deluxe setup, the difference is 2 fangs , one placed on the outside of each of the nozzle verses 4 fangs placing 2 fangs per nozzle similar to a single engine.
You may want some feedback from people who have used both systems to determine what is best for you.
I originally designed it for the 2 fang system but many have opted to go with the 4 setup .
I have not yet heard from someone who tried the 2 first and then went with the 4 to get a first hand comparison.
I believe that in the power steering area I don't think it would make a big difference however in the enhanced revers control I can see where it could be benificial.
 

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Let me test out the current configuration and I will decide if I need to go with the Fangs, I was pretty damn good with our 2006 SX230 with the original fins.
 

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That works too ! After all it's an upgrade so you can always add it later .
 

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Yes....you should do the whole package with the Fangs.
 

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Put them on my 2014 SX192. Night and day difference.

Read the paper instructions and also used the YouTube instructions to figure it out. 30 mins.

If I knew what I was doing and didn't have to figure out the instructions, it would be less than 10.
 

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Big waste of money. Especially on a single engine. My 230 came with them installed. After one day out, off they came. No difference. And all those who drive my boat (my kids/nephews/wives/brothers) have no need for them. Just take the time to learn how to handle the boat. A little practice and you too can be a pro. Just remember the key concept to a jet - no thrust? No steering.
 

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