High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
Hey is your girlfriend crying in this pic? Maybe you should pay more attention to her and less on the ski.
Those are tears of happiness.
Super Jet Rdrttoy's 2008 Super Jet Build
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Those are tears of happiness.
iangdesign
Cats, lots of cats!
- Location
- United States
That's gonna be a nice wide tray! I like the holds.
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
Yeah, I'm very happy with how it all turned out. It was pretty weird getting used to a wide tray, I had to figure out where I wanted to put my feet because there was so much room. Now if I get on any other ski I feel like I'm on a 550 because the tray is so small.
brandirad
Be Rad, Stay Rad
- Location
- Henderson, NV
Hey is your girlfriend crying in this pic? Maybe you should pay more attention to her and less on the ski.
Haha I was probably editing photos or working on homework. I unsuccessfully was trying to hide my face I think.
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
Now I've pretty much finished the glasswork. Next was the paint prep. I would say the body work was the hardest part of the build. The media blasting totally ruined the hull. It was like trying to prep a golf ball for paint, there was tiny bumps and low spots everywhere.
While I was sanding my life away some new oem parts showed up at the door. I got myself a new 97- steering cable so I can have more throw along with some other goodies.
Here is another picture of the low spots.
I think I spent about two week sanding my hull. It took forever to get it somewhat smooth. Once I was somewhat happy with the surface of the hull I bought some high quality filler primer.
This stuff would help take out low spots along with other imperfections that I missed. It goes on super thick and it wasn't too bad to sand. It's definitely a keep component in getting a nice finish.
While I was doing working away I got the phone call that I have been waiting for. My handle pole finally made it into the country. I was stoked, I even got it shipped for free because I had a friend bring it in his luggage.
I was totally stoked about the pole. It was everything as described. It's pretty much a knock off of an rrp, but it's better in some ways. The pole I got is completely adjustable, used all the stock components ( pole bracket, chin pad, steer cable hardware, turn plate ect) and this pole uses standard 2.5" tubes so you can get replacement tubes at any metal supplier. As far as I know I still have the only one of these pole in North America. For around $500 I would say its a good deal. It was hard to find but Knoxie products makes great parts and it was worth looking for.
Bottoms up!
The bottom took just as much work at the top. Tons of sanding and tons of low spots. All of the contours didn't help either.
Here is a comparison picture of my new pole compared to the stock pole. I set it up exactly the same as stock, but I eventually added 2" because I'll be running a shortened turn plate.
After all of the work the bottom finally got some primer.
Notice that the picture is taken in a different garage. I had a friend shoot the paint. That was the only part of the ski that I didn't do.
While the ski was off getting sprayed I decided to get the motor ready.
Here is the setup that I went with.
All stock cases and cylinder. The cylinder was bored .25 over. I think it's now a 703cc
I had the head milled by group k for 91 octane (185 psi)
Pro x pistons, msd enhancer, b pipe with a limited chamber, #zero flywheel, tau ceti flame arresters, and a fresh rebuilt crank that was done by Jeff at competitive crankshafts.
#zero does great work.
The bottom of the ski is starting to look good.
Then we flipped it over and started on the top.
I finally got my whole pole and steering setup built. It was completely built with new parts.
Rad dudes pole bracket, rrp pole bolt, Blowsion spring, Knoxie pole, Knoxie turn plate, and Blowsion bars. It's hard to believe that the whole setup details for less than $900.
While I was building the pole my buddy added some color to the ski.
For colors I chose a regular white (I believe it was a Chrysler color) because I wanted it to tubbies if I bought them in the future. The blue is wrx blue or something. I call it "Subaru blue" and you see it on Subaru imprezzas. The darker color that you see on the rear of ski is a dark metallic charcoal color, it's also a Subaru color. I'm totally stoked with how the paint scheme came out. I used the super jet template off of the wamiltons website for paint ideas.
At this stage in the build I was trying to get the ski ready for the pismo spring break freeride. Sadly I had no chance of getting it done in time. This was my goal from the beginning and we finished the paint on the Tuesday before the freeride. There was no chance of me having the ski ready. So I let the hull sit in the garage while I rode a blaster in the surf for the weekend.
While I was sanding my life away some new oem parts showed up at the door. I got myself a new 97- steering cable so I can have more throw along with some other goodies.
Here is another picture of the low spots.
I think I spent about two week sanding my hull. It took forever to get it somewhat smooth. Once I was somewhat happy with the surface of the hull I bought some high quality filler primer.
This stuff would help take out low spots along with other imperfections that I missed. It goes on super thick and it wasn't too bad to sand. It's definitely a keep component in getting a nice finish.
While I was doing working away I got the phone call that I have been waiting for. My handle pole finally made it into the country. I was stoked, I even got it shipped for free because I had a friend bring it in his luggage.
I was totally stoked about the pole. It was everything as described. It's pretty much a knock off of an rrp, but it's better in some ways. The pole I got is completely adjustable, used all the stock components ( pole bracket, chin pad, steer cable hardware, turn plate ect) and this pole uses standard 2.5" tubes so you can get replacement tubes at any metal supplier. As far as I know I still have the only one of these pole in North America. For around $500 I would say its a good deal. It was hard to find but Knoxie products makes great parts and it was worth looking for.
Bottoms up!
The bottom took just as much work at the top. Tons of sanding and tons of low spots. All of the contours didn't help either.
Here is a comparison picture of my new pole compared to the stock pole. I set it up exactly the same as stock, but I eventually added 2" because I'll be running a shortened turn plate.
After all of the work the bottom finally got some primer.
Notice that the picture is taken in a different garage. I had a friend shoot the paint. That was the only part of the ski that I didn't do.
While the ski was off getting sprayed I decided to get the motor ready.
Here is the setup that I went with.
All stock cases and cylinder. The cylinder was bored .25 over. I think it's now a 703cc
I had the head milled by group k for 91 octane (185 psi)
Pro x pistons, msd enhancer, b pipe with a limited chamber, #zero flywheel, tau ceti flame arresters, and a fresh rebuilt crank that was done by Jeff at competitive crankshafts.
#zero does great work.
The bottom of the ski is starting to look good.
Then we flipped it over and started on the top.
I finally got my whole pole and steering setup built. It was completely built with new parts.
Rad dudes pole bracket, rrp pole bolt, Blowsion spring, Knoxie pole, Knoxie turn plate, and Blowsion bars. It's hard to believe that the whole setup details for less than $900.
While I was building the pole my buddy added some color to the ski.
For colors I chose a regular white (I believe it was a Chrysler color) because I wanted it to tubbies if I bought them in the future. The blue is wrx blue or something. I call it "Subaru blue" and you see it on Subaru imprezzas. The darker color that you see on the rear of ski is a dark metallic charcoal color, it's also a Subaru color. I'm totally stoked with how the paint scheme came out. I used the super jet template off of the wamiltons website for paint ideas.
At this stage in the build I was trying to get the ski ready for the pismo spring break freeride. Sadly I had no chance of getting it done in time. This was my goal from the beginning and we finished the paint on the Tuesday before the freeride. There was no chance of me having the ski ready. So I let the hull sit in the garage while I rode a blaster in the surf for the weekend.
Quinc
Buy a Superjet
- Location
- California
Great build thread! I really like all of the pictures! Did you use any filler on the bottom of the ski?
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
Yes, I used filler on the bottom. I tried to use the minimal amount of filler because I didn't want it to chip or flake off from using the ski. So far the pain has been holding up great.
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
When I came back from pismo I started workig on my ski again. I only had 5 weeks until my first race and this ski needed to be ready to go.
First thing I did was cut the hole for the filler neck and the pole bracket breather tube. I did these first so I could clean up all of the dust easily.
Then I had to sand my nice new paint so I could install my Tomski nose piece. I had the nose piece painted to match, most people don't even know it's there. Tom did a great job making these parts. It fit up perfectly to my hull.
Here's another picture of the paint. I'm totally stoked on how it came out.
Picture of the nose piece after it cured.
First thing I did was cut the hole for the filler neck and the pole bracket breather tube. I did these first so I could clean up all of the dust easily.
Then I had to sand my nice new paint so I could install my Tomski nose piece. I had the nose piece painted to match, most people don't even know it's there. Tom did a great job making these parts. It fit up perfectly to my hull.
Here's another picture of the paint. I'm totally stoked on how it came out.
Picture of the nose piece after it cured.
- Location
- Jackson MI
We're going to need more info on that pole. I googled knoxie handle pole and got nothing.
brandirad
Be Rad, Stay Rad
- Location
- Henderson, NV
I think it's only on the forums in Australia/New Zealand. I think it's ozfreeride dot nz
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
- Location
- St Charles IL
blue looks good bud
whats ski gonna be used for? rec riding/ racing / freestyle??
whats ski gonna be used for? rec riding/ racing / freestyle??
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
Some more progress. I did the final install of the drain plugs and installed the pump.
Then I drilled the holes to mount the pole. It looks better now that it's on the ski. I also put the fuel filler neck on.
Now I had to drill holes in my beautiful ski, it was a painful process.
But I think the pain was worth it. Tubbies make the ski handle way better.
Some more progress.
I finally got the motor in. It's almost time to ride.
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
The ski gets used for everything. Racing, rec riding, freestyle, surf, and I've even towed a few other skis back to shore. I wanted this ski to be able to do anything.
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
I finally put the last of the parts in and fired her up. The motor sounded great and I was so happy. I finally had a running ski again. I bought the ski with an engine problem so I was hoping everything would be dialed in after I rebuilt it. I guess I did everything right.
Now it was time to prep for some turf. Before I could do anything I installed the foot strap mounts that I got from mc master carr.
Before turf.
After turf. For the turf I went with a waffle cut, it give awesome traction and holds up really well. For underpaid I used 1" super plush pad for the tray with an additional 1" kick tail. On top of the rails I also added some thin 8mm pad for some more comfort.
I finally got it in the water and loved it. The ski handles much better than my sxi pro. It was worth all of the work.
Once I got home and cleaned the ski I filled it up with gas so I could get a ready to ride weight. It came in at 390 pounds which was heaver than I had hoped for. It's really not too bad I if you think about it. It has a stock hood, big battery, heavy pole, and a reinforced hull. It's not a flat water boat so I'm not too worried, plus the extra weight is nice in the surf.
I got all of my sponsor logos made up and placed on the ski. I'm very happy with how everything turned out. It all started as a sketch on a piece of paper. It's amazing to finally see the finished product.
Don't worry the build thread is not over. I still have more mods, adjustments, and race carnage to post up.
Quinc
Buy a Superjet
- Location
- California
Looks awesome! I was hoping with the ping pong balls it was going to come out a lot lighter.
TontoM3
Manager of Gnar Shredding activities
- Location
- Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
That is a heavy SJ but on my lake with all the heavy chop and monster waves coming from 40-60 ft boats all running at the same time it's kinda nice to have something that is reinforced and powerful!
High Speed Industries
Your one stop shop for quality parts @highspeedind
- Location
- Lake Havasu City, AZ
It weighs so much because it's reinforced more than the usual ski. Most people just do the engine bay. I reinforced my ski pretty much everywhere except the bulk head. I could of easily made the ski lighter. I still think I can shed 20 pounds or so if I wanted to. The hood, battery, and pole are pretty heavy along with the fuel tank of fuel. 390 is the absolute heaviest the ski will ever be. The ping pong balls did save quite a bit of weight, they were much lighter than foam.
When I originally started this build the plan was to shorted the hull, split the decks, shave the gas filler, and add some rocker to the nose. I decided against most of those mods because this ski does go on a race course and it needed to be race legal.
Overall it's a bit heavy, but it's not a flatwater boat so it doesn't matter.
When I originally started this build the plan was to shorted the hull, split the decks, shave the gas filler, and add some rocker to the nose. I decided against most of those mods because this ski does go on a race course and it needed to be race legal.
Overall it's a bit heavy, but it's not a flatwater boat so it doesn't matter.