Anyone own an "older" Tige?

[seawalker]

I just found this site and signed up for it. I was looking through the members and the boats they own. I don't think I saw one older than a 99 on there. Does anyone run one of the earilier boats? Just curious.

I am guessing us guys would have different issues from time to time. The fact our fuel and electrical system are different might require each others experiences.

My boat is a 93 and only has 250 hours on it, so I have only had minor problems with it.

Some other questions:

What was the first year for fuel injection on the Tige's?

What was the last model year to be built in California?

What was the first year for TAPS?

Thanks

[bfrank]

I have a 97 Pre 2000 wt, You should post a picture of you boat.

[Domsz06]

friend has a 97 and he loves it. It runs great, and looks good too!!!

[Kelley]

I have a 1998 2100 I with 400 hours on it. Runs great. When I bought it I purchased a carburator motor. That would be the only thing I would change. Back then I was not sure about fuel injection on marine application.

[flackpack]

I just traded in my '92/3 2002 FSLM open bow. I had owned it for 11 years from new, and it was incredible. Over the years I only had to change an exhaust head, and Battery once. I had the annual service every year to change the water impeller and Oil change. It ran flawelessly, and brought almost as much in trade as I paid for it originally. A carbureted engine ran great, and I put on over 400 hours of heavy use. We didn't even look at another brand of boat when we updated to our new 22V. Keep it garaged, and clean it the moment you take it out of the water, and it could last forever.

[96PRE2000WT]

I have a '96 PRE2000WT. I bought my first inboard last April and have enjoyed being a Tige owner from day one! The boat has 550 hrs and I've just finished updating the entire boat. It's as solid in construction as it is in reliability. I use it mainly for slalom with the occasional barefoot run. We wakeboard and surf behind my friends 02 X-Star. I'll try to post my first pics tomorrow. This is a great site by-the-way!

[Hoots]

tease, tease, tease...c'mon with some pictures!:D

[seawalker]

We wipe it down as soon as it comes out of the water. We have to, we run the boat on the Illinois river quite a bit, which is pretty dirty.

I don't mind the carburetor too much. I drag race an old car with a carbureted engine, so I get plenty of practice at tuning.

I bought my boat off the original owner two years ago with 150 hours on it. He is a USAF pilot and bought it when stationed in California, then moved to Florida, then to Wichita KS, which is where I bought it from. I could tell by talking to him he was super anal, the boat is in great shape.

Anyway, I will try to get some pictures scrounged up.

I would love to go to a reunion if there was one anywhere in the North Central US. Texas is a hell of a tow for me.

[96PRE2000WT]

Here is the picture of my boat. It's a '96 PRE2000WT. I bought it from the original owner a year ago with 512 hrs and it now has 554 hrs. He was extremely particular about his boat as am I. Since I bought the boat I have added a depth finder, stereo system, replaced the brakes, and repainted the trailer. http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid104/p981b686174746ce3fe1317d44dcd6261/f9963a03.jpg

[seawalker]

96pre2000wt,

When I click that link in your post, it says I am forbidden to view. ???

I see you are from Emporia. I am from southwest Kansas, south of Dodge City in a little town called Ashland. I am guessing you have skied Pamona Lake? I have met up with a friend there a couple of times to ski off his Mastercraft. I like Pamona but the entire shore line is rocks.

[bhausmann]

Proud owner of a '98 Pre2200iWT. Still has less than 100 hrs on it. Looks like it did the day we bought it. TAPs system is great for slalom and tubing. :cool:

[bkesler]

I bought this 95 2002 Fslm comp last summer with 230 hours and it is in great shape. I am a first time boat owner and have grown up behind a Malibu but my Tige' is solid.

[96PRE2000WT]

Sorry about the link, I've attached the picture.

Seawalker - I have always skied on Melvern Lake in the past. It's just 10 miles Southwest of Pomona Lake. It's a little closer for me with a few more coves to get-away. This year will be a little different, just last week I joined the Pomona Lake Ski Club will now have access to a slalom course, jump, ski shows, and a clubhouse. It sounds like it will be well worth the membership fee!

[bfrank]

Just bought it in October of 2003 only skiied behind it once, and loved it. Smooth wakes and they are even ajustable, i had a 96 Gekko GTS 20 before the Tige, really cant wait for the Wisconsin lakes to open up. ANy other Wisconsin Tige owners out there????

[TeamAllen]

I fond this thread 2 year old thread and thought I would revive it. I think it is cool, no towers. I bought my 97 2150 pre-tower also. I added it later as you can see in the picture. I don't know if I even have any pics of it without the tower. Maybe the one they take of you @ the dealer, when we purchased it?

The only names I recognize are bfrank, flackpack and domslude. Where did the rest of you go?

[malarson]

I have a '98 pre2100wt with 375 hours on it. I love it but I was thinking of upgrading to a new tige. The guy at the dealership said he would only give me $13,000 for it so I guess I'll keep it for now. Heck it's a great boat and I know where every wire in it goes. Why start over.

[bfrank]

TeamAllan
Does your boat have a locker in the back???
I wish mine did it would be so nice to throw the skis back there.
How is the wake on yours for skiing??

[TeamAllen]

bfrank - It does have a ski locker right behind the rear seat backrest. The lid is the top half of the rear seat back. It is very handy. I only wish they would have turned it around so you could access it from the swim step rather than from inside the boat. Also if you don't secure that lid properly and you start trailering it, it will fly up and break it off.

I wouldn't actually call it a sun deck but you can lay one person across it easily.

The ski wake is great! We are only recreational skiers and our previous boat was an I/O so that is all I have to go by. It has helped my skiing improve. I have pulled some good skiers and they were all complimentary of the pull. But what else should they say?:D

[skyski_tige]

I have a 1997 2150i. It has somewhere around 1500 hours on it. I live on the lake and use it alot. Here is a picture of the boat with the old tower. I have added a Titan II series tower with lights. I will post the pics later.

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/skyski_tige/album?.dir=41eb&.src=ph&store=&prodid=&.done=http%3a//photos.yahoo.com/ph//my_photos

[NICKYPOO]

I know it's a '00 but it is one of the last of the "old" boats. Wood stringered D-drive flat bottom. It reminds me of "The Road Warrior", "Last of the V-8 Interceptors".

[bfrank]

Man that is an awesome picture, I would get that blown up for a poster in my office if that was mine!!!

And to top it off all that glass water!!!! Makes me shake just thinking about it. Where was that picture taken, and is it always that sweet with the water conditions??

[NICKYPOO]

Thanks! This one is actually better. These were taken out at Lake Lahontan last year. I wish the water conditions were like that all the time. However, it is usually all glass first thing in the morning untill about 9:00. This was a Monday so it was even better.

[NICKYPOO]

This was late the afternoon before. Not quite so nice.

[bfrank]

Why is that, every monday morning when I drive past the lake it is guarenteed glass???

[NICKYPOO]

There's hardly anybody on the water on Mondays around here. As long as it aint windy it'll be glass.

[ghollow]

I have a 98PRE2200wt. I have owned it for three years. It looks exactly like bhausmann's. Same color scheme. My boat does have the Mercruiser 350 MAG fuel injected engine. I am not sure if that was the first year for fuel injection or not. I do not have a tower but do use a FLY-HIGH extended pylon.

[TeamAllen]

Fuel injection was available on my 97. I chose the upgrade for throttle body injection (TBI). The Multi-port injection was another option available in the Black Scorpion.

[dogbert]

Originally posted by NICKYPOO
I know it's a '00 but it is one of the last of the "old" boats. Wood stringered D-drive flat bottom. It reminds me of "The Road Warrior", "Last of the V-8 Interceptors".

Road kill for my V-Drive :D

[NICKYPOO]

Oh boy.:rolleyes:

[dogbert]

Originally posted by NICKYPOO
Oh boy.:rolleyes:

Aw, c'mon, you gotta admit it's better than that religious cr** on WSR :D

[NICKYPOO]

Amen brother!

[rbike]

I've got a 1994 2002 FSLM open bow that I bought new in '95. Unfortunately, I've only had time to put 160 hours on it. Great boat, no problems except some fading on one side that gets sun when parked, replaced speedometers/pickups, replaced prop after dinging on concrete. TAPS was introduced in '95 but I never felt like spending the money to have it retrofitted. Still satisfied.

One question for you guys with towers. What do you do about a cover?

[bneub]

Our cover has velcro so you can slide the cover around the tower and then velcro it back together.

[NICKYPOO]

Damn, I almost took a picture of it just the other day. Camera in hand, cover on boat, boat right there. Why would I need I need a picture for that?:rolleyes: Sorry dude, shoulda listened to my Spidey Sence. But yeah, velcro.

[rbike]

Originally posted by bneub
Our cover has velcro so you can slide the cover around the tower and then velcro it back together.

Does that mean you have a special sized cover with holes for the tower supports?

[NICKYPOO]

It's not so much a special size as it is it's got holes for the tower legs.

[bneub]

You can look at the pic in this thread.

http://www.tigeowners.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1956

If you look really close, you can see where the velcro openings are straight below the tower legs. You can also see the black clips for the strap that tightens the cover.

My cover is getting a little work done on it, so I can't take a picture of it now.

[sparky216]

Here are some pics of my cover

[sparky216]

:) :D :cool:

[sparky216]

:)

[sparky216]

They are not velcro but elastic

[bneub]

I like the look of Sparky's cover! Where did you get it?

[sparky216]

bneub,
It came with the boat and I have no idea who made it to be honest with you, but I got to take it in on monday for the 20 hr service and I will find out who manufactured it and get you a name and number.

[seawalker]

1993 2000 SLM Comp

http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/2/web/2510000-2510999/2510673_30_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/2/web/2510000-2510999/2510673_31_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/2/web/2510000-2510999/2510673_32_full.jpg

[seawalker]

Ok, good, it worked, it only took me a little over 4 years, but here are some pics of my "old" boat.
It is doing good, still take it out and have a good time on it.

[Moki]

Sweet! it look like it is in great shape!

[formandfunction]

Better late than never.
Boat still looks new.

[slingshot05]

Well, i certainly hope this thread keeps up and running, i just bought a 97 one week ago, its also the first time i have actually owned a boat.

[Moki]

Congratulations and welcome to the site. You will find this site very helpful in your new boating experience. We look forward to hearing more from you!

[rogersbm82]

I have a '98 for sale if anyone is interested.

[tigesinaus]

I know it's a '00 but it is one of the last of the "old" boats. Wood stringered D-drive flat bottom. It reminds me of "The Road Warrior", "Last of the V-8 Interceptors".

i reckon thats still a cool looking boat, its got mad lines and its not as thick as the new ones.

[jwanck11]

Congrats and great looking boats - love this thread!! :)

[dogbert]

Ok, good, it worked, it only took me a little over 4 years, but here are some pics of my "old" boat.
It is doing good, still take it out and have a good time on it.

Dude, you're gonna have to average more than one post per year :D

[da.bell]

Dude, you're gonna have to average more than one post per year :D

Why, you want him to have a posting average like me??? :D

[samw]

LOL :ro:

[dogbert]

Why, you want him to have a posting average like me??? :D

That way his boat will last a little longer :p

:D

[bfrank]

We should hold a contest.......who has the oldest Tige!?!?

[dogbert]

I think the guy with the '93 SLM Comp wins. That's one of the first boats Tige made.

[chpthril]

We should hold a contest.......who has the oldest Tige!?!?

We met a guy a few weeks ago at the sandbar that had just bought a 95 2002........Thought he would be signed on and posting by now, but the boat looked great :ro:

[TeamAllen]

Both of those boats look great and are built like tanks on the water.

[SPBFAN]

This is a very old thread.

[Duncan]

I would love to see the Tige-equivalent of this project boat (http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/3183/601968.html?1217013194). Perhaps it is not an old enough brand?

I grew up in and around marinas while my dad was building a 30' ferrocement cruiser. Lots of other project boats were around at the time. So these sorts of re-builds fascinate me.

That said, it's is amazing to see older boats in such pristine condition, like those of seawalker and slingshot05!

[seawalker]

I have been a little lazy with posting, I will try to "keep up" with some of the pros.
I do believe mine is the oldest posted on here. If I am not mistaken, the 92 model year was the first, back when they were still made in Cali.
Thanks everyone, the boat does get some attention and people are always surprised how old it is.

[Yessup]

Hey 96PRE, I thought you stole my boat for a minute:D
I bought mine last year with 105 hours on it. It now has about 160, and it runs like a sewing machine:ro:

[NICKYPOO]

i reckon thats still a cool looking boat, its got mad lines and its not as thick as the new ones.

Thanks mate. It just turned 450. I know I'm biased, but I have to agree with you. it's just a good looker. Long live the wooden Tiges.:ro:

[knelems]

We sold this boat new and traded it in last week and sold it this weekend.I always thought it looked good on the water.

[seawalker]

Yessup,
I like your bimini top, I am going to have to look into one. I have a little one on the way and in might come in handy.

A little side note, my ski boat turned into a fishing boat on saturday. An asian carp (about 8-10 pounder) jumped into the back of my boat and proceeded to thrash and get slime and blood all over the place. That was nasty. Got it all cleaned up, but wholy cow that will get your attention.
Ahh yes, the joys of the Illinois river.

[NICKYPOO]

Hey 96PRE, I thought you stole my boat for a minute:D
I bought mine last year with 105 hours on it. It now has about 160, and it runs like a sewing machine:ro:

Nice ride man. Nice find. I recon we got just about the same boat.:ro:

[Captain Terry]

We just bought this boat in February from Texas Mastercraft. This is the first inboard we have owned and we love it.
11538

[chpthril]

^^^ That boat is sweet looking, congrats and welcome :ro: :cool:

[stanger]

Here is my 96' pre 2002 w/t

[tigesinaus]

I would love to see the Tige-equivalent of this project boat (http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/3183/601968.html?1217013194). Perhaps it is not an old enough brand?

I grew up in and around marinas while my dad was building a 30' ferrocement cruiser. Lots of other project boats were around at the time. So these sorts of re-builds fascinate me.

That said, it's is amazing to see older boats in such pristine condition, like those of seawalker and slingshot05!

that thing looks sweet, kinda like a tank!!

[quick]

Yessup,
I like your bimini top, I am going to have to look into one. I have a little one on the way and in might come in handy.

A little side note, my ski boat turned into a fishing boat on saturday. An asian carp (about 8-10 pounder) jumped into the back of my boat and proceeded to thrash and get slime and blood all over the place. That was nasty. Got it all cleaned up, but wholy cow that will get your attention.
Ahh yes, the joys of the Illinois river.

I grew up on the IL river!! Nice to see a Peorian on here! My father in law still rides the river almost daily. He has two old mahogany Century boats that are fully restored. I lived on the river in High School and am out on it when I am back around a few times each summer! I am glad there is a tige out there fighting the carp!!

[bfrank]

A little side note, my ski boat turned into a fishing boat on saturday. An asian carp (about 8-10 pounder) jumped into the back of my boat and proceeded to thrash and get slime and blood all over the place. That was nasty. Got it all cleaned up, but wholy cow that will get your attention.
Ahh yes, the joys of the Illinois river.

Any pictures of your trophy fish??

[jeanw]

Wow, what nice Tige classics!

If you are interested to receive information about the evolution of Tige from the beginning, PM me.

[Duncan]

^^^^

I think we would all be interested!

[chpthril]

Wow, what nice Tige classics!

If you are interested to receive information about the evolution of Tige from the beginning, PM me.

Jean,

I sent you a PM about something else, but I would love some info like that :ro:

[seawalker]

Quick,
I think I have met your dad, there is only one guy running around with wood inboards. One is all wood and one is glass on the sides right? Those are some nice boats, love those things. It was about 3 years ago when I talked to him, but saw him several time this year. What kind are they, I can not remember. I just remember the one has a 318 Chrysler in it.

Sorry, no pictures of the "hunt". Got that thing out as quick as I could and it was not quick enough.

JeanW, A little history would be cool if you can post for all to see.

[quick]

Quick,
I think I have met your dad, there is only one guy running around with wood inboards. One is all wood and one is glass on the sides right? Those are some nice boats, love those things. It was about 3 years ago when I talked to him, but saw him several time this year. What kind are they, I can not remember. I just remember the one has a 318 Chrysler in it.

Sorry, no pictures of the "hunt". Got that thing out as quick as I could and it was not quick enough.

JeanW, A little history would be cool if you can post for all to see.

Father in law.....I don't claim him! JK! That would be him. One is all wood and one is glass on the sides. I believe they are Century boats. His boats are kept at Eastport in E.P. His name is Rick Roszell. They are really sharp boats... a lot of maintenance though!

[zad0030]

Im seeing a trend that each year the boats grow.....Little longer, little taller, and a little wider. That 93 proves it.

[Rock-N-Ragin]

I think the guy with the '93 SLM Comp wins. That's one of the first boats Tige made.

Howdy y'all. I just started poking around and reading tonight and have renewed enthusiasm. Well, I may have the oldest boat on the bd. and be the new winner as I've read so far.:cool: I have a 1992 2000 slm comp that I bought in 2000 w/150 hrs. on it and it now has 400. It looks great but has looked better as it has been neglected for the last few years due to.....non-use.:mad: Ever since my boy was born 4 yrs. ago the boating has become non-existent. Anyway. I called Tige' when I bought it and gave them the hull #, and they told me it was like the # 63, 68, or 75 in production. (I forget because I lost my notes). I've never skied behind a better boat wake. And it looks kick *** in the water too. It won best in show and oldest boat in the water at the Tige' Boat Owners Reunion sponsored by The Ski Dock on Lake Austin a couple of years ago. It was like the '66 Corvette at a car show, with everyone going over to oogle and ah over it.

I have to say, the best lake ever to ski on is Lake Sam Rayburn in East Texas. You can always find a cove with glass no matter which way the wind is blowing. A sandy beach to hang on. And the lake is large enough to hang out in the middle and get naked with the lady, w/out interruption.

Dogbert, I'm in Austin and would really like to get together for some pulls. I miss the thrill. Chpthrll, I love your signature tag line. Doh!

:ro: Ragin--Glass Breaker

1992 Tige 2000 slm comp. 1984,5,6,7 (can't remember) HO Extreme 67" dbl hi wrap.

[dogbert]

Howdy y'all. I just started poking around and reading tonight and have renewed enthusiasm. Well, I may have the oldest boat on the bd. and be the new winner as I've read so far.:cool: I have a 1992 2000 slm comp that I bought in 2000 w/150 hrs. on it and it now has 400. It looks great but has looked better as it has been neglected for the last few years due to.....non-use.:mad: Ever since my boy was born 4 yrs. ago the boating has become non-existent. Anyway. I called Tige' when I bought it and gave them the hull #, and they told me it was like the # 63, 68, or 75 in production. (I forget because I lost my notes). I've never skied behind a better boat wake. And it looks kick *** in the water too. It won best in show and oldest boat in the water at the Tige' Boat Owners Reunion sponsored by The Ski Dock on Lake Austin a couple of years ago. It was like the '66 Corvette at a car show, with everyone going over to oogle and ah over it.

Dogbert, I'm in Austin and would really like to get together for some pulls. I miss the thrill. Chpthrll, I love your signature tag line. Doh!



I was there! In fact, I parked right next to you that year. Your boat was lookin' pretty good. We're out on Lake Austin quite a bit during the week. I'll give you a shout when we're back.

[jeanw]

Rockin-Ragin -
Your Tige classic is awesome.

are you going to be at the TX owner's reunion in Lake Brownwood on August 16?

On Sunday, August 17 we opening up the plant for tours for those who want to drive 40 minutes to Abilene from Brownwood.

Dogbert - I understand you have plans already...

[jwanck11]

Wow - that is awesome. I hope you get her back in shape. :)

[seawalker]

Rock in Ragin,
I knew there had to be at least one member on here who had a first year boat, thanks for posting. I will gladly settle for second oldest boat. :) Looks like all they changed from 92 to 93 is the paint color.
I have commented to my wife many times how I wish we were closer to a Tige reunion so I could take the boat and show it off as I figured there would not be many there. You just confirmed that people do appreciate to see the "old" ones too.

[bfrank]

I recieved the DVD from Jean @ Tige. It is awesome.

The first Tige was named Tiga. If we could find the boat with Tiga on the back they would truly be the oldest boat!

[rogersbm82]

I heard a story about this boat and I think tige owns it now, if the story holds water. A guy I used to work with saw my boat after I bought it. He said a long time ago his friend boat a Tige from some guy. A while after he went to register and change title he got a letter from Tige. They offered to give him a new tige in exchange for his because it was the first one ever made. Like I said, this is a STORY I was told so not claiming it to be true.

[rexinsea]

Can't seem to find my pics of the the profile of our new to us 1995 - 2002 FSLM Comp but I'll play as well. This is me and my buddies headed out for Father's day morning.

[Dents]

I have a '98 PRE2100wt that I got in 2002 from the very picky original owner. He took incredible care of the boat and trailer and i now do the same. Neither the boat or trailer has even one scratch what so ever! Always get compliments on the package. Garage kept and wiped down completely after every use and waxed top to bottom every year... bottom of hull, trailer and even the bottom of the trailer is waxed every year. The tower was custom made in 2002 - Tige edition Rat Cage by Wake Designs.. I have since made a custom sloid frame bimini that mounts to the tower just under the speakers. I love the look of the older Tiges and this is probably the best all around slalom/wakeboard boats I have ever seen!!

[oldtige]

I bought a 1992 Tige SLM 2000 Comp, no pictures yet, but for a first ski boat I love it.

[chpthril]

^^^^ Congrats and welcome to the forum :ro:

[AdaminMN]

Welcome! I too have a 2000 SLM comp, a 1994. I bought it in late April of this year and have been updating it since then. We love it, however we still have not used it for what it's designed for, pulling. We will try this weekend though.

Congrats on the purchase!

[lohe]

Just purchased a 98 pre 2100... Last night :)

Taking it out tomorrow for some fun can't wait.

[Tige2002]

1995 Tige 2002 fslm here with 800 hours and going strong.:)

[Joeprunc]

I love posting pictures...:D
Here's some of my 1995 2000 SLM 540ish hours.
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_2M5OGB9eeS0/SezF2Ik8bBI/AAAAAAAABic/Er3EYU46tnw/s800/IMG_2369.JPG
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_2M5OGB9eeS0/SezF11bdu4I/AAAAAAAABiU/o3FtOrGBZY8/s800/IMG_2368.JPG

[AdaminMN]

That's a sweet looking boat Joe!:ro:

I really like the look of the tinted windshield.

Here's ours.

http://tigeowners.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=37&pictureid=249

1994 2000SLM Comp w/ 300HP Mercruiser (30 hours on the engine, 420 on the hull)

[Fast1911]

ummmmmm, ok, how did I miss this 5 year old thread????


http://i467.photobucket.com/albums/rr33/Fast1911/biminiresize2.jpg

[Joeprunc]

That's a sweet looking boat Joe!:ro:

I really like the look of the tinted windshield.

Here's ours.

1994 2000SLM Comp w/ 300HP Mercruiser (30 hours on the engine, 420 on the hull)

You've got a beauty. How are you liking that 300 HP Merc? I love the looks of the older ski boats, so simple and sleek, no bling.

Whats your trick with keeping the water spots off the black? I was doing great when I was washing and waxing on a regular basis. Then moved to over Babe's Boat Bright and boycotted the washing and waxing (that's when the spotting came back). I guess when its 105+ your going to get spots no matter what you do.

[AdaminMN]

I love the engine! Partly because I installed it. I think this boat jumps out of the water faster than my friend's pre2150. I don't think I'm getting everything out of it since I never can get it up to the recommended RPM range for WOT. I'm not sweating it that much because she burns enough gas the way it is.

Waterspots...regular waxing w/ a 3M wax, and a chamois wipedown at the boat launch. Luckily for us Minnesotans we don't need to deal w/ dry 105 degree days, just hot and humid ones.

[TeamAllen]

I love the engine! Partly because I installed it. I think this boat jumps out of the water faster than my friend's pre2150. I don't think I'm getting everything out of it since I never can get it up to the recommended RPM range for WOT. I'm not sweating it that much because she burns enough gas the way it is.

To get the RPM in line with the recommended WOT range, you might need a new prop?

[scm3hilbert]

We purchased this boat a little over a month ago. We have been to the lake 5 weekends already and loving it. I bent the prop last weekend while my daughter was skiing but we are not ready to end our season. I am looking for another 13 x 13 1" (I think). The prop measures just about an inch and definitely not 1 1/8". Does any body know if it is 1"?

[laserfish]

The size will be stamped on the hub of the prop. If you do a lot of skiing, I have my 14x18.5x1 1/8 Cutter that came on my 21V. Sell it cheap. Get yours repaired and have a spare. Nothing like a bent prop to ruin a great weekend. Most of us carry a spare. Congrats on the new boat, how old are the kids? Mine grew up on the lake and it is the greatest family time you can have. They are grown but still come home to go to the lake. Have fun.

[Joeprunc]

We purchased this boat a little over a month ago. We have been to the lake 5 weekends already and loving it. I bent the prop last weekend while my daughter was skiing but we are not ready to end our season. I am looking for another 13 x 13 1" (I think). The prop measures just about an inch and definitely not 1 1/8". Does any body know if it is 1"?

I'm pretty sure you have the same prop as mine. I've got a stainless 3 blade CVP 13" x 13" x 1 1/8". I contacted ACME asking for advice on which prop to upgrade to, they responded that an ACME 515 would be the best for my setup. I just got it installed the other night, but haven't had a chance to test it out.

You will probably need a prop puller to get your old one off...I'd see if there is someone near you that can just loan you one for the day.

[maswind]

My 1997 PRE 2150 WB.

[scm3hilbert]

I bought one from a local tige dealer and then got a spare from ventura,CA the prop repair guys. I checke the shaft for run out and it was good.

[fleetpaint]

I have a '98 PRE2100wt that I got in 2002 from the very picky original owner. He took incredible care of the boat and trailer and i now do the same. Neither the boat or trailer has even one scratch what so ever! Always get compliments on the package. Garage kept and wiped down completely after every use and waxed top to bottom every year... bottom of hull, trailer and even the bottom of the trailer is waxed every year. The tower was custom made in 2002 - Tige edition Rat Cage by Wake Designs.. I have since made a custom sloid frame bimini that mounts to the tower just under the speakers. I love the look of the older Tiges and this is probably the best all around slalom/wakeboard boats I have ever seen!!

I would love to see a pic of that bimini top! The one we have is too low.

[Dents]

I will have it out this weekend and shoot some pics. Been needing ot do that anyway.

[Dents]

Actually just found a pic of the bimini. Still will take more tho...

[mckane1]

Here is my girl and my 1992 Tige SLM 2000 Comp 526 hours (on the boat)... and Yes I have owned over a dozen boats from 18-42' and none better!! Oh well still can't figure it out on how to post a pic... Love My Tige!!

[ajholt7]

Here is my girl and my 1992 Tige SLM 2000 Comp 526 hours (on the boat)... and Yes I have owned over a dozen boats from 18-42' and none better!! Oh well still can't figure it out on how to post a pic... Love My Tige!!

Easiest way is to upload it to photobucket.com and copy the img code. Paste it here.

[dozzerdude]

orignal owner, back then i bought this boat heater,shower and a V and M trailer for 18,000$ the kids from babys grew up in this boat.every week end in the river with frends. this tige has never let me down once!.a great time for 18 years yes there is another tige in the drive way to.you know one for each foot.

[jwanck11]

:ro:

[AdaminMN]

Nice ride Dozzer!

[dozzerdude]

thanks guys. :bo:

[whitlock87]

Proud owner of a '98 Pre2200iWT. Still has less than 100 hrs on it. Looks like it did the day we bought it. TAPs system is great for slalom and tubing. :cool:

Is the hour meeter working?:rolleyes:
I had over 250 hours on my boat the first summer we got it.:p

[Joeprunc]

Alright...thats it...rain should be gone for a while. I'm taking off work early today, unpacking the boat and getting it ready.

[Fiveflat]

I guess a 4 year old boat wouldn't have been considered "old" back when this thread was created...

Here's my '99. Now 12 years old:
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[rbike]

I have a 1995 fslm 2002 (teal and purple) that I purchased new. I think it was one of the first Texas boats since it has a TX serial number but is on a CA trailer (Hensley). After 16 years, only have about 150 hours on it :eek:. (we put 150 hours on previous boat in 1994.) A little sun fading on one side and a new carb are only indications of it's age.

Now looking to do some updating since only change from stock is bimini top. At one time, I considered adding TAPS system but was turned off by the $2,000 price quoted for parts. Does anyone recommend doing this or should I just add ballast sacs? I would now prefer spending the money to adding weight but don't want to spend this only to find I still need sacs?

Also thinking of adding a tower. Seems like Monster MT1 is popular and folds well? I am also considering Fly High Pro-X stainless steel tower but can't find any reviews on it. :confused:

[ajholt7]

Add Ballast bags to increase your wake. Taps does not increase your wake. All it is, is a trim tab.

[rbike]

Add Ballast bags to increase your wake. Taps does not increase your wake. All it is, is a trim tab.

Thanks, aj, I appreciate the info.

[ajholt7]

Thanks, aj, I appreciate the info.

You are welcome. The TAPS plate works in conjunction with the Convex V hull. Your boat does not have this hull.

[rbike]

You are welcome. The TAPS plate works in conjunction with the Convex V hull. Your boat does not have this hull.

I wouldn't bet on major hull differences. I believe the Convex V was a marketing invention thought up after other manufacturers started copying TAPS.

[ajholt7]

I wouldn't bet on major hull differences. I believe the Convex V was a marketing invention thought up after other manufacturers started copying TAPS.

There is a big difference. Convex V hulls slope up in the back. The slm is a flat bottom. The slope up is what makes the Convex V settle in the water. The Taps plate is then used to shape the wake or to counteract the slope.

[bigdaddy_houseboater]

You are welcome. The TAPS plate works in conjunction with the Convex V hull. Your boat does not have this hull.
Not totally true. Taps was a 1996 invention and was used on all hulls since then. It worked well even onthe older hulls, especially with weight. The hulls that were 21' and 22', it did fine with. Not so much with the 20's. The biggest slow-speed difference from the convex hull is the lack of spray pockets, which killed the peak on the wake. Also, 1997 and earlier SLM huls had a "hook" in the back that flattened the wake even further. We loved it for slalom.... but the 20's were worthless for wakeboarding. I tried with sacs, but the wake was so hard and sharp, it made for a pretty quick flip.

[rbike]

Very interesting and somewhat confusing. By spray pockets, do you mean the 6" wide x 3" deep x 4' cutouts on each side of the stern that taper forward? If so, my 20' fslm has them.

I'm just trying to decide: do I invest on adding Taps system, weights, or both? From the amount of hours on the boat it's obvious I don't get to take it out often enough to justify major expense.

I'm also wondering if I should get a tall pylon versus a tower. Only reason I haven't bought one is I'm afraid the windshield may not open with guy wire.

[bigdaddy_houseboater]

Very interesting and somewhat confusing. By spray pockets, do you mean the 6" wide x 3" deep x 4' cutouts on each side of the stern that taper forward? If so, my 20' fslm has them.

I'm just trying to decide: do I invest on adding Taps system, weights, or both? From the amount of hours on the boat it's obvious I don't get to take it out often enough to justify major expense.

I'm also wondering if I should get a tall pylon versus a tower. Only reason I haven't bought one is I'm afraid the windshield may not open with guy wire.

My '95 didnt have taps... and my buddy's '97 did. Same hull.. same flat bottom hook. Taps made a minor difference. Weight made a HUGE difference. I took out the bottom rear seat cushion and put in one of these.
http://www.tigeowners.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=194&pictureid=1089
Was a pretty good wake. Sharp, but my kid could still flip his azz off on it.
We used a tall pylon, but if I had kept the boat, I would have gotten a tower.

[rbike]

Great, I was thinking about one of those watersofas as a good place to start. Nice to know it will make a bigger difference than the taps. :D

[bigdaddy_houseboater]

Great, I was thinking about one of those watersofas as a good place to start. Nice to know it will make a bigger difference than the taps. :D

Your boat is flat... so taps wont do crapola. The '97 21i's and 22i's work better with just taps. Weight is always going to increase wake size though, no matter the hull.

[ajholt7]

You are welcome. The TAPS plate works in conjunction with the Convex V hull. Your boat does not have this hull.
I said.
Not totally true. Taps was a 1996 invention and was used on all hulls since then. It worked well even onthe older hulls, especially with weight. The hulls that were 21' and 22', it did fine with. Not so much with the 20's. The biggest slow-speed difference from the convex hull is the lack of spray pockets, which killed the peak on the wake. Also, 1997 and earlier SLM huls had a "hook" in the back that flattened the wake even further. We loved it for slalom.... but the 20's were worthless for wakeboarding. I tried with sacs, but the wake was so hard and sharp, it made for a pretty quick flip.
You said.

Your boat is flat... so taps wont do crapola. The '97 21i's and 22i's work better with just taps. Weight is always going to increase wake size though, no matter the hull.
Then you said what I said.

[victoriatigeowner]

I bought a 1999 21i August of last year. Boat was super clean and had 110 hours.
Added a new sound system, need to refill the oil on the Tapps, but so far aside from that it looks and runs great.

[dmebaum23]

I bought a 1995 flsm comp with a monster tower last year. I got it with under 350 hours and it now has 420. I added the kicker 6500.2 hlcd package with kicker 6200 inboats. It has the red stripe, I haven't seen too many with the red stripe. So far we have loved it, awesome boat!

[Zac93218]

I just bought a 98 pre 2002 wt with only 200 hrs on the motor. Its the first boat ive owned personaly but ive been around boats and have been driving for my buddies for years. Im in love with this boat and couldnt be happier with my purchase. As soon as I figure out how to post a pic ill put some up from my first early morning wakeboarding trip on the glass at my local lake.

[AdaminMN]

Congrats on the purchase Zac!

[dmax1]

http://http://www.tigeowners.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=24745&stc=1&d=1311047908

[Zac93218]

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee32/zac93218/2011-07-07080109.jpg