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    Best Scissors for Carbon Cloth

    I just used a new pair of regular old scissors last time I did it. One trick that seemed to work well for me to keep the edges from fraying was laying masking tape around the edge and then cutting through the tape. I left just under 1/4" of tape around the perimiter and just layed that side...
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    Other Anyone see the new "Tile" tracking device?

    I don't know.....if enough users get it and it becomes really popular it could eventually work for skis. Initially there is not way it would work.
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    super jet cavitation question

    Stock props and intake grates are junk. Replace them ASAP. That is the first mod I would do to any ski.....maybe aftermarket steering setup too. BK is right though. It could also be the rubber seal but I would get rid of the stock junk prop.
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    Other Help pick a hull

    yep, for best of both worlds you can't go wrong with a freak.
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    Help with Hydro Turf installation in SW Michigan

    I am more than willing to help talk you through it if you have questions. PM me if you want my number. I used to do them for people, but try not to anymore. Chad
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    Super Jet Riding after ski injury

    My most recent injuries are a broken foot two years ago and a broken tibia like 5 years ago. The tibia was from a really big reall flat landing on a flip in the surf. The foot was a foohold injury on a flat water roll. I still do flips, but haven't done a real barrel roll in over 2 years...
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    Drysuit vs semi dry suit vs wetsuit for cold water standup riding

    I don't typically ride below 40 degree air temp and 40 degree water temp. I have both a 4/3 wet suit and a dry suit. By far for aggressive riding I like the wet suit. However, it is really nice to be totally dry on the extra cold days. It doesn't sound like you are dealing with temps quite...
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    Freestyle The little Titan that could

    Impressive! The fact that you have skills certainly helps.
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    looking for opinions of rickter and xscream hulls

    I agree with Philip.....Find somebody that will let you ride their ski and go ride them. I flew to FL just to ride my Superfreak before ordering one. I had ridden several A/M hulls that I had absolutely hated. When I rode the freak I knew it was the right fit for me. For the amount of time...
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    760 SN build advice.

    Cool. Let 's ride next summer. PM if you have more questions. I would call all three of those builders and go with whoever you are most comfortable with.
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    760 SN build advice.

    Where are you located? PM me if you need any other advice.
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    760 SN build advice.

    There are many engine builders that have good experience working with decking and porting that motor. CPT, xscream, and Powerhouse performance to name a few. Might just be worth making a few calls. As far as carbs go those OEM 44's don't have the best reputation but they may work fine for now...
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    Super Jet Dual 44's on my 701?

    Man, What a mixture of opinions. My old set up was this: Xscream Ported cylinder and cases stock 701 bore. Bpipe with bored head pipe. ADA head with pump gas domes. MSD Enhancer. Protec 44's on Riva manifold. You rode this motor in my freak two years ago. It hit harder in that light hull but...
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    Super Jet Wont start in water - Gone through everything

    Last time I had a similar situation it was the coil. Sounded good on the trailer but in the water it wouldn't start. If I was lucky enough to get it started it ran like crap obviously.
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    rate of growth in freeride jetski?

    I agree with John on this one. As much as I like other people to enjoy the sport I love, I see more and more people riding at my surf spot each year. It's a matter of time before they start cracking down on us.
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    Custom/Hybrid ski security-what do you do?

    That second one posted looks like it could be a lot smaller. You guys are scaring me. I think I will keep my ski at home in my garage under lock and key and never ride it again.
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    Custom/Hybrid ski security-what do you do?

    That would double the weight of my Superfreak.....
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    Throttle Lever Review Wanted

    What a ton of different opinions. I have always been partial to straight pull UMI. It's what I am used to have have been running for at least 15 years. Sometimes you just get used to something. For me, adjustment of the lever is a HUGE part of it. I can't believe how many people ride skis...
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    Other Riding on shallow rocky river... Rhino line hull?

    Get a doner hull. Cut the bottom off it and just over lay it over the bottom of your hull. It's an idea at least..... I agree with John though......you are probably begging to suck up a rock.
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