Swim platform modification

[Derek Gerbrandt]

In the quest for a better surf wave I have decided to modify my swim platform on my 06' 21v. I could have bought a new one but the price just didn't fit the budget. By the time I get it up to Canada and pay the exchange it's above $1000. I decided to remove the stainless steel grab handle and narrow the platform 10". Here are some pictures of the progress. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180326/7269f7147af14dcae8ea511d00cc3049.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180326/e310ac8bc7890806531226e8baa3c3ca.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180326/7eef85004f55a2bf481635bbfda8eefe.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180326/12df457419b187ec81cab9e47868a041.jpg

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

Some more progresshttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180328/8424b80d66219f33c3c167157ae9a35c.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180328/3fb2e300cae711cb06986845b98cd8c3.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180328/187e77bc59288392cbf7cc37007693a6.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180328/caf994ca6094df0beb6178a912a58e0b.jpg

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[Cooose]

It's looking pretty good, nice job. Just curious, what did you base the 10" reduction off of.

[carlossa]

Nice concept. I went full custom and made one similar to the new style. The stainless grab rail is deadly to the feet in my opinion. After getting my foot caught in it jumping into the water a few times, I decided to remove it all together.

[MJHKnox]

Should work. I went old to new on the my 2007. It's the corners of the old platform that 'dig' in to the surf wake.

[Mischief IV]

Are you modifying the existing brackets on stern? Or having to remove any? Replace?

[Derek Gerbrandt]

Here are some more pics of the progress. I based the 10" off of the new supra surf swim platform (in the picture). It is 60" wide. Mine was just over 70" so I took 10" off. The new platform is 36" long. The one on my boat is only 24" long. On the new platform the corner is at about 18" from the transom. That is about the same location mine rounds. I was worried about putting too much leverage on the factory transom brackets. One of the other reasons I did not buy the new one. There was a problem with swim platforms ripping off on these boats because there was not support on the inside of the transom. I already fixed it on my boat. That was not fun...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180329/c7662591d837d275206cf422e05bc30e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180329/9e1146dc3a84b725c2e007cbd70549f5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180329/de3f108023113148981101ab97e80e4b.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180329/d0ec4ec83739e9a70220aa8e19e271ba.jpg

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

Are you modifying the existing brackets on stern? Or having to remove any? Replace?No modifications to the brackets. Basically just screw the factory brackets to the bottom of the platform with a sealer on the screws when done.

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

It's looking pretty good, nice job. Just curious, what did you base the 10" reduction off of.The 10" brings it down to the same width as the platform on the new boats.

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

Should work. I went old to new on the my 2007. It's the corners of the old platform that 'dig' in to the surf wake.Yes. I am hoping the wave will have a little more ramp to it when done. I think the platform was rounding it off. It was surfable but I am looking for more. Probably going to install FAE this spring as well.

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

Nice concept. I went full custom and made one similar to the new style. The stainless grab rail is deadly to the feet in my opinion. After getting my foot caught in it jumping into the water a few times, I decided to remove it all together.Thanks. I have owned the boat 2 seasons now. Thankfully no one has caught their feet in the grab handle but I can see how it could happen. I thought about narrowing it as well and remounting it but just wasn't important to me. Thinking about putting some rub rail on it that matches the boat to give a little protection and add to the looks.

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

Well I mounted the brackets and did a test fit. I am pretty happy with it. Used some construction paper to cut out templates for the seadek. It's on its way. Will be spraying the gel coat in the next week or so. Just ordered FAE for it as well! We still have allot of snow here as you can see in my pics...going to take a little longer for the lakes to thaw this spring!! [emoji34]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180406/f7571dc07619fdf9bb3326d0d243c3d9.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180406/251ba8e77fdbed41508c265b118de153.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180406/bdf64ca30281f04a49e23f47913182a5.jpg

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

Some photos of the finished product. The goal was to make it look as factory as possible. I think it turned out great. Can't wait to see the wave results!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180510/ac9194aa0d5ca076d5eff67a0f22f2a6.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180510/4008e89d91fc6b23eafea7dacaf9f043.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180510/f70845b2a01b84cdcadf457f6042981f.jpg

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[Mischief IV]

Nice job!! That matches the boat beautifully.

[Derek Gerbrandt]

Nice job!! That matches the boat beautifully.Thanks!! I am pretty happy with it. Working on the FAE now! Hopefully on the lake next weekend!

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[mattylp]

I've got the same boat as you and have also noticed how much the factory swim platform digs into my wave. How much difference did this mod end up making for you?

[Derek Gerbrandt]

I've got the same boat as you and have also noticed how much the factory swim platform digs into my wave. How much difference did this mod end up making for you?I think it made a pretty big difference. The wave is not as rounded as it used to be. I find a picture to.post for you.

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[Derek Gerbrandt]

A pick of my daughter last summer. Cannot wait to get back on the water!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190501/aa0db5feec0a16707eaee0506ae16451.jpg

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