Landscape1777
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2006 for 5500.00 supercharger has been rebuilt. Now has 112 hrs. Do these handle well in rough water?
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2006 rxt supercharged positives negatives should I purchase?
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mattydipps
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its the same hull as the gtx.. very stable, heavy hull and rides like a caddy in rough chop.. 5500 isnt a bad deal as long as the SC was indeed rebuilt with metal washers
I have the 09 version with the 255 engine. The ski is an absolute ball and will take rough water with no issues. It is not the dryest riding ski by any means. I own a 2010 GTX with the 155 as well and that is like a Caddy compared to the RXT-X. Just going straight water from the RXT splashes forward and up, you tend to run into it. You can use the VTS to raise the bow which helps.
I was told about Wiley-X glasses that have the foam snap-out inserts. I bought them and use them religiously on my ski's. Since buying them, I don;t even notice the water splashing into me.. I mention this as, without glasses, the water is just enough of a PITA that it can be hard to see comfortably. With normal glasses the water gets on the inside of the lens and is no better. With the Wiley-X glasses problem solved.
I can tell you that the RXT rids more like a BMW than a Caddy compared to the GTX. The ski is an absolute ball. When you squeeze the throttle you better be hanging on, especially if the seat is wet,,,
I was told about Wiley-X glasses that have the foam snap-out inserts. I bought them and use them religiously on my ski's. Since buying them, I don;t even notice the water splashing into me.. I mention this as, without glasses, the water is just enough of a PITA that it can be hard to see comfortably. With normal glasses the water gets on the inside of the lens and is no better. With the Wiley-X glasses problem solved.
I can tell you that the RXT rids more like a BMW than a Caddy compared to the GTX. The ski is an absolute ball. When you squeeze the throttle you better be hanging on, especially if the seat is wet,,,
mattydipps
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can ya post a link to the glasses you have? the sea specs i have are great but like you said... once water gets in in rough chop its all over with.. gotta stop and take them off and attempt to dry them off with wet clothes while being bounced around and splashed.. then attempt to ride with them off while being sprayed some more.. only to try and redry them, just to ride with them on with one eye closed.
Here is a pic I just snapped off the web.
The insert snap out easily but is plenty secure for rough riding and what not. Wiley makes several models, not all of them have the inserts. I think only the X version have the inserts but i have seen some pictures without them. Not sure if the insert was removed for the picture or that model does not have them..
Around 100 dollars retail. You can get them from eBay for near half or better. I got the gold reflective lens and I would STRONGLY recommend them. They are FANTASTIC for water activities.
Here are a few eBay links... This will give you enough to be able to do good searches..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-W...46013603?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item3f2785b4a3
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wiley-X-Jak...38932079?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item2c6ee3026f
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wiley-X-Jak...79880224?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item2a2f299320
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WILEYX-697-...53125883?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item5658919efb
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The insert snap out easily but is plenty secure for rough riding and what not. Wiley makes several models, not all of them have the inserts. I think only the X version have the inserts but i have seen some pictures without them. Not sure if the insert was removed for the picture or that model does not have them..
Around 100 dollars retail. You can get them from eBay for near half or better. I got the gold reflective lens and I would STRONGLY recommend them. They are FANTASTIC for water activities.
Here are a few eBay links... This will give you enough to be able to do good searches..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-W...46013603?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item3f2785b4a3
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wiley-X-Jak...38932079?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item2c6ee3026f
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wiley-X-Jak...79880224?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item2a2f299320
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WILEYX-697-...53125883?pt=US_Sunglasses&hash=item5658919efb
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dsteinmann
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Do they float?
I read that with the insert they do, I have not tried the "float test" as of yet. They come with one of three different straps. One floats and the other two simply retain them on your head.
I can tell you that the only way they would come off is if you hit the water or something like that. They fit so well that they stay in place. The wind can't get behind the lenses and pull them away from you.
Michael211_2000
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I have the same 2006 model RXT, it's great! Handles rough water better than I had expected, but most fun in a slight chop. I just rode mine yestereday for the 1st time with a new R&D 2.5 degree wedge I put in the pump the previous week... makes a heck of a difference, the bow comes up and out of the water faster it planes easier and there's not nearly so much spray being blown forward. Finally it really helps the thing lean into turns like it's on a race track now, I highly recommend this 2.5 degree wedge!
The only downside to the 2006 model RXT's is that they didn't come with VTS... no power trim on the nozzle, and apparently no easy way to add it to one. That's the only thing I'd change about mine (well, and I want an OEM depth finder but that is doable just expensive).
$5500 on the trailer ready to use isn't a bad price at all, the 2006 models still fetch $6K on Ebay all the time. As long as the hull is clean (not beat up) the supercharger maintenance done not too many hours and it's on a decent trailer... you can't go wrong.
Regards!
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I bought but have not installed a 3 degree wedge. I went that large as my 09 RXT does have VTS.
Looking forward to getting it installed.
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mattydipps
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I just went for the maiden voyage with my wedge today.. Really not impressed... It DOES raise the bow more and you CAN feel the difference for sure.. You can also feel the difference in the marsh trails.. It doesn't handle as well and it tends to really kick the behind out ALOT easier and you can't corner as well.. Going through an "S" turn I spun out 4 out of 4 times right in the middle
I'm contemplating taking it off already..
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I'm contemplating taking it off already..
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What intake grate are you running? Riva has a warning in their site about running a wedge without a aftermarket grate because it can cause unpredictable handling.
mattydipps
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mattydipps
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I'm sure it's something I have to get used to.. It almost feels like I had the opas fins back on it.. It felt almost like taking a corner too fast in the rain with a mustang.. It wasn't too unpredictable.. But more of very back light but turned like a Mack truck pulling a loaded trailer at the same time.. It wouldn't turn but when it did.. It really did haha
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The fact that I have the VTS I felt I could overcome any negatives or dislikes if adding a wedge.
Guess its my turn to get it installed.
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Michael211_2000
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This is on your '06 GTX? Strange that I had absolutely no negative effects after putting the R&D 2.5 degree wedge in my RXT's pump, it turns better than it did before if anything (it leans further into the turn than before due to the increased thrust up-angle). I did donuts at low and high speeds, tight and large circles, never any problems with the stern spinning out... I also have the R&D Aquavein intake grate which has pretty tall rails. IDK Matt. :-\
I had about 3/4 tank of fuel and no passengers on it, just an 8lb anchor in the front storage area. I still have my OPAS system. Your hull should perform similar to mine I'd think, even though you went RIVA and I went R&D. Strange!
Hey how many degrees is your wedge again?
- Michael
mattydipps
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It's a 2 degree wedge
And I do agree it does give you the opportunity to lean more into a turn and it's a learning curve for sure.. Actually thinking if a set of sponsons will help.
We have a set of marsh trails I used to be able to top out around 40 going through and I'm lucky if i touched 30 with the wedge.
I think I'm going I go through all my connections and readjust my steering nozzle.. I forgot to extend the reverse cable when I put it in so the handle is hanging up about an inch or so..
Did you gain any speed from your wedge? I know it's summer time but I lost around 2 mph.. I didn't have enough room to really give it a go though..
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Michael211_2000
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The '06 GTX doesn't have sponsons? That could certainly account for the stern not holding well in turns. Were they not included with that GTX or did someone remove them for some reason?
The wedge should have increased your mph by 1 or 2 mph if anything it should not have reduced your top speed... with the wedge you have less wetted surface while running, less wetted surface means less drag meaning more speed.
It is possible that your out-of-adjustment reverse cable is also pulling the reverse nozzle down a little also which would cause more drag, get that adjusted correctly before trying it again!
Your top speed was only 40 mph before the wedge and went down 10 mph after the wedge? Even a non-supercharged non-intercooled SeaDoo 3-seater will do a good 50+ mph, so why was yours only doing 40 mph? Matt you may need to start a new thread cause it sounds like you have some other issues going on not related to that wedge and we shouldn't hijack this thread with those issues.
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The wedge should have increased your mph by 1 or 2 mph if anything it should not have reduced your top speed... with the wedge you have less wetted surface while running, less wetted surface means less drag meaning more speed.
It is possible that your out-of-adjustment reverse cable is also pulling the reverse nozzle down a little also which would cause more drag, get that adjusted correctly before trying it again!
Your top speed was only 40 mph before the wedge and went down 10 mph after the wedge? Even a non-supercharged non-intercooled SeaDoo 3-seater will do a good 50+ mph, so why was yours only doing 40 mph? Matt you may need to start a new thread cause it sounds like you have some other issues going on not related to that wedge and we shouldn't hijack this thread with those issues.
- Michael
mattydipps
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No lol my ski tops out at 68.4 mph.. I was talking about the marsh trails I go through, not in a straight line..
I don't have a reverse bucket so nothing is hanging down.. Just the lever is sticking up a bit which I have to adjust..
And yes my ski has sponsons I'm talking about a more aggressive set of riva aftermarket sponsons..
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Michael211_2000
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Ahhhh! Ok. I'm not familiar with "marsh trails" then I guess.
No reverse bucket? Why?
I don't think a different set of sponsons is going to make much difference. I do not understand why you're getting such different results from similar upgrades on a similar hull. But if you're still getting some ~68.4 mph at WOT then it hasn't hurt your top speed any and shouldn't hurt your top speed any (except when cornering, as you've described some negative handling effects).
I put mine thru it's paces yesterday and was very impressed with my new R&D 2.5 degree wedge, that's all I can say I guess.
- Michael
No reverse bucket? Why?
I don't think a different set of sponsons is going to make much difference. I do not understand why you're getting such different results from similar upgrades on a similar hull. But if you're still getting some ~68.4 mph at WOT then it hasn't hurt your top speed any and shouldn't hurt your top speed any (except when cornering, as you've described some negative handling effects).
I put mine thru it's paces yesterday and was very impressed with my new R&D 2.5 degree wedge, that's all I can say I guess.
- Michael
mattydipps
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I broke one side of the mounting bracket so I took it off for now I'm trying to find a replacement but nothing that's fallen into my price range so for now I'm riding with no reverse..
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Michael211_2000
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Check on Ebay, I saw a used RXT reverse bucket listed just yesterday I think... should be the same one your GTX uses.
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