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ol88
06-09-2009, 02:55 PM
Hey guys

I went out this past weekend and and I am guessing the bolts were loose I lost the part that you would use to adjust the wake rack. I need to replace this as soon as I can. Can anyone tell me what this is called are where I can find a place to order it?

Thanks in advance!
jasonba1
06-09-2009, 05:05 PM
what kind of rack is it?
ol88
06-09-2009, 05:42 PM
not sure I bought the boat used. Its the wake rack I guess. I am about to go and take some photos to post maybe that will help
Salty87
06-09-2009, 05:57 PM
i'm guessing you mean the turnbuckles that support/control the wakeplate?

pics would be good
ol88
06-09-2009, 06:05 PM
thats it. I am going to get the boat now. This thing has been great but seems every time i take it out something comes up missing
jasonba1
06-09-2009, 06:13 PM
Im sorry I thought you were talking about the wakeboard racks. You can get the turnbuckles through Viper I just got some and I would say he can just get the actual part you need. His number is 865-388-4096
ol88
06-09-2009, 07:12 PM
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k54/tsurovec/IMG00141-2.jpg

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k54/tsurovec/IMG00140.jpg

Cool sorry to sound dumb what what would I call this when I call them
jasonba1
06-09-2009, 10:10 PM
yea Jim can get that for you 865-388-4096
87SunSportMikeyD
06-09-2009, 11:53 PM
turnbuckle for adjusting manual wake plate. Just need half of one but you'll probably have to buy one.
saltare inverts
06-10-2009, 08:44 AM
Mine will not adjust very easy. Is it common or are they just bound up.
Salty87
06-10-2009, 08:56 AM
Mine will not adjust very easy. Is it common or are they just bound up.

what part binds?...the nuts that lock down or the actual buckle?
87SunSportMikeyD
06-10-2009, 12:27 PM
I hear the manual ones don't have as much movement to them and can only go up or down a couple inches. That is really all you need anways. Ideal position IMHO is down an inch from horizontal.
wake beater
06-10-2009, 01:11 PM
I hear the manual ones don't have as much movement to them and can only go up or down a couple inches. That is really all you need anways. Ideal position IMHO is down an inch from horizontal.

down is better than up?I have the manual wake plate and was curious what effect it would have on my wake.Down makes a better curl?2nd year with my 91 Mariah classic,and lookin for any tips on improving my wake.
ol88
06-10-2009, 02:28 PM
Hey guys!
I found this guy here (Pj) he has been really good to work with and has found me everything I have needed for my 88 saltare. Seems to know where to get it all. Even the stickers! Give him a call if you need anything


Bob's Beacon Marina
1016 Route 103
Newbury, NH 03255
603-763-2920
87SunSportMikeyD
06-10-2009, 04:09 PM
Well in general terms if you put the plate all the way down, the wake dissappears. If you put the plate all the way up the wake is much bigger. If you put the plate down JUST A TOUCH from horizontal it does IMO help the wake to be bigger.
Blackntan90
06-10-2009, 05:41 PM
My 1990 owners manual states; CAUTION: DO NOT lower the cavitation plate(wake plate) below the horizontal plane or raise it over 1/2" Mine is at horizontal, the manual says to raise it 1/2" for trick and barefoot...maybe I should try this!
87SunSportMikeyD
06-10-2009, 07:53 PM
Yeah if it can go up past horizontal, try it out! Should help too. Mine is aftermarket hydrolic and it can't go up past horizontal.

The reason they tell you not to go down past horizontal is that it forces the bow down lower into the water. If you go fast and the bow is too low it cen 'porpoise' or dive underwater. As long as you are adjusting in small increments you'll know when you are too far down.
Salty87
06-10-2009, 10:04 PM
i don't think you can raise the manual ones too high. after a point, it loses its affect. at least i remember raising mine most if not all of the way.