Anyone add Hydrogate to a 2008 Ski Nautique that came with afixed plate from factory?

[Davidpsalt]

Hey guys/gals,

I just purchased a 2008 Ski Nautique 206 with factory tower but it came with the fixed stainless steel plate mounted on the transom to block out the tunnel behind the prop to give the rear end the lift it needs to deliver the best slalom wake possible.

My question is has anyone been in my position and sourced the parts for the hydrogate option - shifter, cable, components that mount on the transom, etc. - and added this to their 196 or 206? My guess is both installs would be the same.

I believe earlier boats are a problem as the lip / fixed plate was built into the hull with a fiberglass lip in the rear.

I am anxious to hear if anyone has done this and if they have any documentation on the process, etc.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Dave

[brianc]

It can be done easily you need to order the kit from your dealer or get the part made up

[swc5150]

I was quoted $450 installed at my dealership 2 years ago for one on my 196. I'd definitely have a dealership do it, as you'll have to drill a hole in the back of your boat for the cable. Better to leave them with the liabilty of something going wrong than you, IMHO.

[Davidpsalt]

Thanks for the info guys.

Anyone from White Lake or N3 able to comment on the quoted cost installed?

Very interested in doing this to enable a larger wake for my boys surfing and wakeboarding - they are only 9 years old so it should be good for them.

Thanks again guys!