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  1. sportfish258

    Custom/Hybrid Circus hull build questions

    The thickness of Hydro turf is about what I have.... Wanted to put in a disaster plate don't even have room for that. If I decide to add that new rear scoop pump induction I may try to lower the pump a mm or two. Sooo.... Looks like I installed the intake right or at least like everyone...
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    Custom/Hybrid Circus hull build questions

    I'm looking for an average here... Some were saying many moons ago we should have a min of 5mm. Don't see how they are getting that. I guess they are all different. Put a sock in it Sano !
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    Custom/Hybrid Circus hull build questions

    Lets add another Question to the list ...... What thickness are your rear pump shims. The ones between your rear tabs and hull. I'm at 3.5 mm. I do realize reduction Nozzles are cast and may vary in thickness . Come children .... Let's dive into the Minutia of circus hull building.
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    Custom/Hybrid Circus hull build questions

    OK boys it's been a while since I've been active..... started a circus build ,stopped, started, then stopped again etc. I have summoned the build gods but apparently did not make the proper sacrifice..... can't understand went wrong...... O. .... wait a minute I think I've figured out what went...
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    What's your view look like today?

    The fish is back...
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    Drysuit Seal Replacement

    The trick is making a proper jig to get a good fit. Probably something on YouTube . Aqua seal is what you use.... it is a pain in the a$$
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    Looking to move south?

    Ummm..... You ARE moving south.... So it may be hotter.... Good news is depending on your area there are some enviro jobs in ATL. Pm me your number I'll give you some info.
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    Freestyle hulls in the surf...who does it? Which hull?

    Tell what you "orta do".... The cheapest short hull is a chan... put a Ltd 701 stock pump etc... short wide hulls don't ride near as smooth. I noticed that big time. You could wait for tweeter 2.1.
  9. sportfish258

    Bet you cant carve a turn as good as I!

    Very nice.... Bad Ass wet suit jacket combo.... like captain America on a jet ski.....
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    SFF Swap Meet Thread...GTFIH!!!!

    Bruce wins the prize.... jetncat. I have on ed in great shape. This one needs a motor, seat...... and a little scrubbing.
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    SFF Swap Meet Thread...GTFIH!!!!

    Have I got a deal for someone at the swap meet..... Impress your boss... Amaze your friends.... be the life of the lake.... .
  12. sportfish258

    XFT Back Flip Hull Carbon Super Jet - $3000

    You got your self nice ski there mister ..... I've always loved these skis.
  13. sportfish258

    Custom/Hybrid 144 thrust trim on a 155 pump

    I might be able to get it out of your way.....
  14. sportfish258

    Custom/Hybrid 144 thrust trim on a 155 pump

    Baby steps Don..... Baby steps..... I'm at a very delicate point in my jet ski career and need encouragement Jim , mainaic ,tex, Marc, adzuk.... Helpful Encouraging Sanoman ..... Disrespectful , sarcastic ,nasty
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    Custom/Hybrid 144 thrust trim on a 155 pump

    Mmmmm.... I can clearance the nozzle and do some other bushings ,but it looks like I will loose most of the throw. It's an older trim system probably 5 years old. Also my nozzle is a scat with the removable rings. I wonder if those nozzles are different . Thanks for the help..... Duuuudes
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    Custom/Hybrid 144 thrust trim on a 155 pump

    Well ... I have a 144 trim but need one for a 155. I'm sure a few of you have done a shade tree mod to make this work. So what do you do and how did it work out ?
  17. sportfish258

    Custom/Hybrid T1 by TOBY

    It's been awhile since I posted on the X .... So let let me clear my froat ... I had the pleasure of getting a little tray time on this ski in the surf . I also put a discriminating sportfish eyeball on it parked on the beach. The fit and finnish was second to none and It rode very nice . If...
  18. sportfish258

    Other How would you handle this situation?

    ^^^^^^^ That's always the first step.... Errors are made ,but there's no reason to put them on a billboard if the builder has not even had a chance to correct it. We are in a small industry (most of us know each other) .Always give ANY builder the first shot before posting . It's just fun for...
  19. sportfish258

    AV gas, 100LL, when race gas i no option?

    And now is the time to buy bulk while the price is down..... 4.65 at some local FBO'S in Gawga that is
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    XFT Hull info?

    I'm with snow on this one ... Of course I could be wrong . If you Sand an edge of the motor mount You could find out real quick.
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