How to Attach a Wakeboard Rack to an Insanity Pylon

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Outfit your boat with a pylon and a rack, for big air and fun times on the water.

Retrofitting a competition waterski boat into a wakeboarding machine is not rocket science. A true wakeboarder knows you need ballast, a pylon, good storage and tunes. Insanity Pylons makes a pylon that can be installed behind the center engine console in your direct-drive boat. The pylon allows ample height for airs and spins, but it does put a dampener on seating space and board storage. Enter -- the Skylon -- wakeboard rack. It clamps securely to your pylon, and holds up to four boards.

Instructions

    • 1

      Refer to your parts list to make sure your assembly kit is complete.

    • 2

      Attach the vertical index plate to the clamp using the cap screws, washers and Allen wrench.

    • 3

      Attach the forks to the plate by inserting the 3/4-inch cap screws through the plate and into the forks, making sure the logo is facing up. Use the Allen wrench to tighten all four screws.

    • 4

      Install the wakeboard rack to the vertical index plate with the provided knob. Insert the knob's screw into the hole on the plate, and tighten it until it's secure.

    • 5

      Attach the rack's clamp to your pylon by positioning each half around the pylon and aligning the holes. Use the two provided clamp screws, to secure the clamp to the pylon.

Tips & Warnings

  • Locktite is recommended on the installation of all screws. This will insure that the hardware will stay put with boat vibrations.

  • Before purchasing your wakeboard rack, check the diameter of your pylon, to ensure you buy the correct-size clamp.

  • Check the tightness of your rack before each use. A loose rack could cause boards to fall onto the head of the boat passengers.

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