NWCastle Posted February 18, 2022 Report Share Posted February 18, 2022 Well folks, it can be done. I've been wanting this since I ordered the Alpha. It took a while to get all the parts and to get MB to buy off on it. But, they did. Hats off to Northwest Boat Sports for pulling this off. Thanks gents! I have not tested it yet. Ryan has tested it after install and told me it pushes this boat really well and that it did not create power issues (these pull some amperage). Birddog7.62, jcole21, AZ_MB and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyperryd Posted February 18, 2022 Report Share Posted February 18, 2022 I love it man! Now just get it to use gps to load the boat on the trailer for you. The ultimate marriage saver! jcole21 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodiestcadaver Posted February 18, 2022 Report Share Posted February 18, 2022 Best upgrade under stereo. Sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Donfather Posted February 18, 2022 Report Share Posted February 18, 2022 Looks great. Now I don't have to keep it a secret anymore. NWCastle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppydriver Posted February 18, 2022 Report Share Posted February 18, 2022 Amazing! Be curious to see if it affects the wave at all! Birddog7.62 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted February 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2022 Yup, I'm curious (and a bit worried) that it will mess with the wave. Looking at the geometry, I'm hopeful that it won't. Someone had to be the test dummy! I'll report back on that. If anyone is curious, the entire job was $7500- 8ish including the custom controls from Livorsi. Birddog7.62 and bloodiestcadaver 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcole21 Posted February 21, 2022 Report Share Posted February 21, 2022 Congrats man - love that. Came out clean on the controls and install. Considering the same move right now - wet slip feels like I should… keep us updated once you hit the water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Donfather Posted March 6, 2022 Report Share Posted March 6, 2022 On 2/19/2022 at 8:48 AM, NWCastle said: Yup, I'm curious (and a bit worried) that it will mess with the wave. I don't think it will. It is above the cav plate. So I think it will be out of the water while surfing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcole21 Posted March 26, 2022 Report Share Posted March 26, 2022 Joined the club. Taking out today, will report back! Birddog7.62 and AZ_MB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted March 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 Yes! Please let us know how she does! I notice that they put it on the other side. Any particular reason? Also, did you get the Livorsi controls or did you opt for EZ Thurster's controls? Birddog7.62 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ_MB Posted March 27, 2022 Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 8 hours ago, NWCastle said: I notice that they put it on the other side. Any particular reason? Just a guess on my part based on the pics but it looks like there's slightly more room on that side due to the surf pipe and transom light. Did you have to move your port side transom light over? Looks like jcoles is in a different spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppydriver Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 I just might have to see if TBS is willing to install these after I hear back from you guys!!!! I've been on their website for a bit. Which model is the one you guys went with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcole21 Posted March 29, 2022 Report Share Posted March 29, 2022 Game changer and performs. I got the livorsi controls in the throttle, same setup as yours. Super natural and easy to use. make pulling up to the dock / slipping / everything easier. Haven’t used surfing but can imagine it’ll be huge setting up lines for my rookie ass. Takes about 3-4 seconds of push to get moving, and then it seems like about a foot of swing every 2-3 seconds. Those feet in a tight scenario (especially with a rookie helmsman) are clutch. Worth the cost just for reversing into the slip with a bigger rig for the space. Everything else is upside / margin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted April 2, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2022 On 3/27/2022 at 3:38 PM, AZ_MB said: Just a guess on my part based on the pics but it looks like there's slightly more room on that side due to the surf pipe and transom light. Did you have to move your port side transom light over? Looks like jcoles is in a different spot. I think they did move my light to get it over there. I think the strategy was to stay as close to the batteries as possible. I'm sure it doesn't make that much difference. I was told that you have to leave the switch to battery 2 or your risk voltage issues. Were you all told the same? I think replacing the batteries with lithiums down the road would solve that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcole21 Posted April 4, 2022 Report Share Posted April 4, 2022 On 4/2/2022 at 8:32 AM, NWCastle said: I think they did move my light to get it over there. I think the strategy was to stay as close to the batteries as possible. I'm sure it doesn't make that much difference. I was told that you have to leave the switch to battery 2 or your risk voltage issues. Were you all told the same? I think replacing the batteries with lithiums down the road would solve that. Now I’m curious so I’ll ask my guy about location selection. Not sure where the batteries are on the alpha 23’s, but on the 24 it’s right in front of the motor accessed via a hatch under the folding rear seat. Nothing on batteries either - I’ve been using it on all, not only one battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted April 6, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2022 ahhhh, I didn't know the 24 had the batteries in a different location. The Alphas and the classics have the batteries under the port side passenger seat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppydriver Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 Talked to the TBS mechanics in Utah the other day about a thruster. They said their biggest drawback is the tremendous draw it puts on the electrical system. Their concern is it causing electrical problems in other area of the boat. I hope you guys continue to give us updates as the season continues!!!! I'm so tempted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodiestcadaver Posted April 22, 2022 Report Share Posted April 22, 2022 what kind of amps is it running? More then the stereo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birddog7.62 Posted May 27, 2022 Report Share Posted May 27, 2022 I want this!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted July 20, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 Update on the thruster. I finally got to put the boat in the water and run it. My buddy has a G23 with a factory thruster and mine way outperforms his. That thruster really pushes the stern fast! It is also much quieter than his. I see lots of concern about the power draw. I have had zero issues. I keep the boat on "all" for the batteries and so far, I've had no glitches. I can imagine if you sat there doing donuts with the thruster that you may get into a power situation but most people don't use it that way. This thing is a dream for tricky docking and when the wind gets you messed up picking up a rider. I am super pleased and would do this again. bloodiestcadaver and AZ_MB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted July 20, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 Also, there is zero impact to the wave. My wave is great, no rooster tail or anything like that. Eric 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWooden Posted August 3, 2022 Report Share Posted August 3, 2022 NWCastle Seen you on Mayfield 7/30 We were both in the Cove area chilling Thruster is Amazing, I had Ryan put it on before we ever picked up in March I also run in "All" Thing moves the boat quickly for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWCastle Posted November 4, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2022 Ah yes! I recognize the boat. I live up the hill from the marina. We should link up this coming spring! I hope you come back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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