GW 228 ski pylon recommendation

[Timcan]

Has any one installed a ski pylon on their Seafarer 228? I have a bimini enclosure no hard top. I’m in the process of mounting a 9.9 kicker on my swim platform so I can’t use the 2 transom eye hooks to tow.
Thanks

 

[TommyGirl225]

Highly recommend the turbo swing option. Have installed on two Gradys I’ve owned and feels like a single ski pylon even when slalom skiing. Best part is no major fiberglass or custom work, protects against docking damage/bad other boat operators, and great option to hold when swimming around boat.

 

[DennisG01]

Another vote for the Turbo Swing. It simply bolts on by removing the nuts on the engine mount studs and then putting the nuts back on.

 

[Fishtales]

That looks slick and the easy install makes it the ticket.

 

[Timcan]

Thanks.. I looked at that option but since I have a kicker motor on my swim platform I don’t think that’s going to work.

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• Timcan
• Apr 3, 2021

 

[TommyGirl225]

Since your kicker is about 8” inwards of the main engine mount, I think it may still work. The TurboSwing doesn’t get wide for a bit and also installs upwards. Few more pics included here to show you.

 

[DennisG01]

Thanks.. I looked at that option but since I have a kicker motor on my swim platform I don’t think that’s going to work.

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• Timcan
• Apr 3, 2021

Don't "think". Figure it out. Maybe TS can send you a template/specs that you can transfer to a piece of cardboard. Or, talk directly to them - if you can provide accurate dimensions of what you have, possibly then can tell you if it will work.

 

[Timcan]

I’m going to give them a call from the photos that SeanAh192 posted I think it might work. Thanks

 

[Umpalot]

Can you tow a dinghy with Turbo Swing?