Frequently asked questions
Absolutely Not!!!
The minimum distance should be at least 30 feet behind your boat. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning is a silent killer. Fresh air is your only protection. Also, you should always turn off your engine when you are not moving. DO NOT idle for long periods of time.
No, the gauge is semi-accurate, to completely empty the tanks you must remove the ballast tank plugs after loading your boat on the trailer and let them drain. On 2009 models forward, you can open the transom valve.
Yes, the MB Sports ballast system is designed to empty in 30-60 seconds with the boat on plane. The factory equipped plug and play bags will empty into the hard tanks and out of the boat through the quick fill ballast valves.
No, always empty your tanks before towing. The trailer is NOT designed to carry the extra weight.
The Raptor 400/440 requires a minimum of 89 Octane. The Roush Supercharged Raptor 575 requires 93 Octane or higher.
Engine and transmission should be serviced after the first 10-20 hours. After the initial service it should be done once a year or 75 hours regardless of the number of hours used during the season. Consult your Indmar Service Manual for specific service milestones.
Grease lightly 2-3 times a year, over greasing can cause your boat to steer or turn hard.
Indmar uses and recommends a semi-synthetic oil meeting the API rating of SN for use in all its engines. Consult your Indmar Service Manual for specified fluids.
Yes, your engine computer is adjusting for the change in altitude.
Any good boat soap or mild dishwashing liquid soap works great (1-2 capfuls of liquid soap to one gallon of water). Please use generously and change towels often. Rinse with water and dry immediately. Wash the boat in a shaded area, trying to avoid direct sunlight.
It is the owner’s responsibility to check the bolts on your wakeboard tower, speakers, racks and any other bolt-on accessories. This equipment absorbs a tremendous amount of energy traveling along the highway. The shoulder of the road is especially abusive to your boat; its components and your trailer. Please check you boat and trailer periodically.
Swim steps are made for entering and exiting the boat. DO NOT OVER LOAD platform (500 lbs. max.) when using. Never use brackets as tie downs.
Towers are designed for wakeboarding and surfing only. Never use to waterski or pull inflatables, etc. The tower could cause bodily injury or death if failure occurs by overloading.
Towing your boat with the bimini top deployed will void the warranty. The bimini top is not designed to withstand the force generated when towing at highway speeds. Always collapse your bimini top and stow in a safe location be fore trailering your boat.
Never overload your boat with excessive weight. Follow the guidelines provided in your user manual or posted within your specific boat model.