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Interested in adding more ballast to your Malibu boat for surfing, but don't want to hassle with filling ballast bags by throwing a pump over the side of the boat? Our exclusive WakeMAKERS.com Pigyback ballast upgrade allows you to add an additional 400-1,100 pounds of fully automated ballast to the factory MLS system on your Malibu wakeboard boat.
WakeMAKERS PiggyBack Packages are designed to integrate with your factory ballast system, and are controlled using the switches on your dash, so everything remains completely automated and effortless to use.
How It Works
The Malibu PiggyBack Ballast System is designed to make use of the existing pumps, hoses and switches in your Malibu boat, to expand the capacity of your factory rear ballast tanks from 250lbs. up to an incredible 1,350lbs. This kit includes everything needed for the installation, including a replacement Fly High Pro X Series ballast big (choose your capacity), Fly High quick connect fittings, all necessary fittings and adapters, hose and installation guide.
As the name implies, this ballast system add-on is connected inline with the overflow of the factory ballast tank, allowing it to PiggyBack on the factory system. In the factory configuration when the in-floor hard tank is full excess water is dumped overboard through the vent hose. With the PiggyBack system installed, excess water from the hard tank flows into the Fly High ballast bag, allowing it to fill after the factory tank is full. Once the new bag is full (which means the factory tank is full), excess water will flow out of the overflow of the bag, and through the factory thru-hull connector, allowing the system to function exactly the same as the stock ballast setup, but with the additional capacity of the auxiliary ballast bag.
Draining is exactly the opposite; as the factory drain pump removes water from the tank, gravity forces water out of the Fly High bag and into the hard tank until both ballast bag and tank are both empty. In 2008 and newer Malibu boats equipped with Rider Presets, these process is even handled by the boat's onboard computer, which manages the water level in all of the factory ballast locations.
Installation
Installation requires a few simple and completely reversible changes be made to the plumbing of the stock ballast system in order to connect the Piggyback kit. The one time process typically takes less than 45 minutes. Once installed, you never need to hassle with ballast bags and pumps again. Completely control the system with the factory controls on the dash. Forget about getting up to adjust valves that control the flow, or any manual involvement at all. Just hit the switch and the system will fill and drain exactly as the factory MLS system currently does.
Applications
This Piggyback system is designed to work with any Malibu boat that has factory rear ballast tanks that are installed below the floor of the boat and use aerator pumps for filling and draining. Confirmed models include the following boats:
- '09-Current Malibu vRide 21
- '09-Current Malibu vRide 23
- '07-Current Malibu Wakesetter VTX
- '05-Current Malibu Wakesetter VLX
- '05-Current Malibu Wakesetter LSV
- '06-Current Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV
For specific questions on fitment, and for possible compatibility with other models, please contact us.
WakeMAKERS PiggyBack Packages are designed to integrate with your factory ballast system, and are controlled using the switches on your dash, so everything remains completely automated and effortless to use.
Small Cost, Huge Payoff
Our Malibu Piggyback systems are designed to be affordable to buy, simple to install, easy to use, but have a huge impact on the size and quality of the wake. This picture shows a single 750 pound Piggyback system installed in a 2009 Wakesetter VLX... who wouldn't want a wake like that?
Superb for wakeboarding, and even more impressive for surfing, this is without a doubt the easiest way to completely transform your boat's wake.
Less Time Waiting, More Time Riding
No one wants to sit around filling and draining ballast bags all day, which is why our Piggyback system integrate with the factory ballast system in your boat, so everything is completely automated.
Actual times will depend on the bag size you select, but even the largest option we offer will completely fill or drain in less than 15 minutes, and all without you leaving the driver's seat.
Think Quick For Easy Removal
We include our exclusive Flow-Rite quick connect fittings system with every factory ballast upgrade we offer, so you can remove the bag in seconds whenever you want.
Thanks to the unique, water-tight, two part connector it's easy to pull a bag out for cleaning, storage or winterization. And when you're ready to go ride just drop it back in place and re-attach the dedicated connections.
One Size Does Not Fit All
Every boat manufacturer does things differently, which is why our factory ballast upgrades are designed to work specifically with a single brand. That means installation is a breeze, and everything will functional exactly like you expect.
How It Works
The Malibu PiggyBack Ballast System is designed to make use of the existing pumps, hoses and switches in your Malibu boat, to expand the capacity of your factory rear ballast tanks from 250lbs. up to an incredible 1,350lbs. This kit includes everything needed for the installation, including a replacement Fly High Pro X Series ballast big (choose your capacity), Fly High quick connect fittings, all necessary fittings and adapters, hose and installation guide.
As the name implies, this ballast system add-on is connected inline with the overflow of the factory ballast tank, allowing it to PiggyBack on the factory system. In the factory configuration when the in-floor hard tank is full excess water is dumped overboard through the vent hose. With the PiggyBack system installed, excess water from the hard tank flows into the Fly High ballast bag, allowing it to fill after the factory tank is full. Once the new bag is full (which means the factory tank is full), excess water will flow out of the overflow of the bag, and through the factory thru-hull connector, allowing the system to function exactly the same as the stock ballast setup, but with the additional capacity of the auxiliary ballast bag.
Draining is exactly the opposite; as the factory drain pump removes water from the tank, gravity forces water out of the Fly High bag and into the hard tank until both ballast bag and tank are both empty. In 2008 and newer Malibu boats equipped with Rider Presets, these process is even handled by the boat's onboard computer, which manages the water level in all of the factory ballast locations.
Installation
Installation requires a few simple and completely reversible changes be made to the plumbing of the stock ballast system in order to connect the Piggyback kit. The one time process typically takes less than 45 minutes. Once installed, you never need to hassle with ballast bags and pumps again. Completely control the system with the factory controls on the dash. Forget about getting up to adjust valves that control the flow, or any manual involvement at all. Just hit the switch and the system will fill and drain exactly as the factory MLS system currently does.
| Bag Size | Application |
|---|---|
| No Bag | Chose this option if you already have a Fly High Pro X Series ballast bag |
| 400 lbs | Suitable for use in all Malibu v-drive boats with factory rear ballast tanks installed below the floor. |
| 565 lbs | Suitable for use in all Malibu v-drive boats with factory rear ballast tanks installed below the floor. |
| 750 lbs | Suitable for use in 2007-current Wakesetter VTX, 2005-current Wakesetter VLX, 2005-current Wakesetter 23 LSV and 2006-current Wakesetter 247 LSV models. |
| 1,100lbs | 2005-current Wakesetter 23 LSV and 2006-current Wakesetter 247 LSV models. |
Applications
This Piggyback system is designed to work with any Malibu boat that has factory rear ballast tanks that are installed below the floor of the boat and use aerator pumps for filling and draining. Confirmed models include the following boats:
- '09-Current Malibu vRide 21
- '09-Current Malibu vRide 23
- '07-Current Malibu Wakesetter VTX
- '05-Current Malibu Wakesetter VLX
- '05-Current Malibu Wakesetter LSV
- '06-Current Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV
For specific questions on fitment, and for possible compatibility with other models, please contact us.
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Excellent upgrade for the $$
Review by Nate on 8/14/11Quality Price Value The Piggyback package works as advertised and makes for an excellent wake on my 20' VTX. The stock left rear tank plus the 750 lb fat sack gives me 1000 lbs in the back. With the center tank full and a driver and spotter in the boat, I was able to get a wave massive enough to spin 360s. I figure I will make my money back quickly now that I don't have to invite 6 friends and let them all take a turn. The only negative thing I have to say is that the instructions and pictures were horrible. It should only take about 45 min to an hour to install but just figuring out what the instructions wanted me to do took an extra hour.
NOTE: We are working to update all of our installation guides with additional information to clarify any points of confusion. We also offer lifetime technical support with any purchase, so you can always contact us via phone or email for additional assistance.
Thanks for the feedback - WakeMAKERS.com Team
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