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I’d first sort out the battery switch habit before throwing money at it. Sitting in the cove on “All” is basically inviting both batteries to go down together, so “2” or “house” while parked and saving “1” for starting is the move, assuming MB wired it that way on yours. For the Raptor side, I’d stick with whatever meets or exceeds the engine manufacturer’s CCA requirement, so if it calls for 800 minimum I wouldn’t gamble on a 750 just because it’s close. For the stereo bank, AGM with more reserve capacity is usually more useful than chasing CCA. Also worth checking that the dealer didn’t leave you with marginal batteries from day one.

Figured it out. MB left the wires prep’d for future connections under the helm. Just had to dig in and find them. Unfortunately the reversible pump does not run with this existing switch. Verified by hooking straight to the battery with Wakemakers provided rocker switch. MB toggle switch is a SPDT and I need a DPDT toggle switch. Purchased the correct switch and will wire up accordingly.

Went out to the lake the other day and magically the speaker is working. Hoping that by yanking on the wires and redoing the connections it fixed the issue.

2024 23 foot alpha. 4 tower speakers, factory stereo. Floated in the cove this weekend for about 3.5 hours with switch on "All" and it was dead. Was thinking of switching to AGM batteries but the ones I put in my last MB apparently aren't sufficient for hte Raptor? (Duracell AGM at Sam's with 750 CCA). Looks like hte Raptor requires a minimum of 800. Wondering what people use. Also would like a bigger battery to run the stereo (and will keep the switch on "2" once I confirm the stereo wiring goes to the "2" battery).

Hey all, 2020 MB Tomcat F22 - Full original Exile Audio system. Starboard side bow speaker does not work at all. All other cabin speakers work. I swapped the speaker to the other side and confirmed the speaker does work, just not that location/channel. Amp is Exile Javelin 5. Is it possible that this one channel is dead? Pic below (red and black wire). Anything else to look out for or consider? I’ve swapped RCA cables and rechecked connections. Thanks! -Duke

Hey all, Wanting a little help with my new bow bag install for my 2020 MB Tomcat F22. I just finished the plumbing. The electrical is my final part of the project. The boat came from the factory with no bow bag or pump, but did come with the electrical bow bag toggle switch and pre-wired. The switch does light up when turned to fill or drain. Question is - Where may I find the final connection to the (factory) pump? I’m assuming it has an in-line fuse as well and am hoping to find and utilize this existing infrastructure before I cut and abandon the existing wires and splice in new. I traced the wiring from my toggle switch and the wires go into a black hole rats nest of wiring. Any possible locations to look? Also, can anyone confirm the wiring colors in the back of the toggle switch? Assuming the middle terminals (yellow and black) are 12v hot and ground with the top and bottom terminals (red and orange) running to the pump for power to fill and drain. Will verify with multimeter. Thanks! -Duke

Thanks for responding Duke! It's really boosting my confidence we might still be able to surf the rest of this season I ordered a similar part from amazon and hoping for similar results.

Midnight - I had same exact issue with 650lb locker bags in my 2020 F22 Tomcat. I installed a bulkhead fitting as mentioned. I used a Banjo TF100 1” Bulkhead fitting. It accepts the 1-1/8” NPT fitting that Wakemaker uses. You will need to grind the bottom half of the fitting slightly so that it fits through the bottom of the stainless steel collar of the bag. (Wife’s small hands were needed) From there I used a sealant called Gear Aid Aquaseal and slathered the inside and outside connections of the fitting and tightened down the nut. Let dry, throw back in the boat, and back on the water. I’ve been using this repair for two seasons now and works great with no leaks or issues. Spent $20 and an hour to save $600. Will be doing again if the other connections fail. Hope this helps!

Did this hold up over time? I know this thread is really old but this exact same thing just happened to my 2018 F22 Tomcat Custom 650 lb Wake maker bags in the rear lockers and they want $600 a bag to replace I'm curious which bulkhead plumbing you found, looks like it has good coverage around the bag hole. IMG_9155.MOV

For sale. I went a different direction. Everything is there. Message me if you are interested. I have the manual printed out just need to find it but it’s also online.

how did you get to read those codes? I got the dreaded "F" code and it was the pre-cat O2 sensor. replaced them (210 hours) and so far so good. But I had to have a mechanic read the codes. what boat do you have? thanks.

did you have this problem again? We just had to do the same thing, but at 210 hours. thanks for any update.

Our wave just isn't great. Any advice?

Yes it is.

Selling my boat and not sure what the value should be. 2nd owner never stored outside. low hours due to living in the NW. I have owned it for 20 years

Is the 2277 still available?

The updated software on the 25 Alpha helped the cleanliness and consistency. This software was updated in September last year and is retroactive so it can be used on all 25 Alpha models. The 25 wave is massive. It can be taller and longer than the 23 wave with extra weight on board. The 25 more surface area so the more weight and people you bring on the better and better it gets. Stock with 2 people on board will still throw a 23 wave. The 23 Alpha I think is a more consistent wave time and time again no matter how much weight or where people are sitting. It really comes down to how you will use the boat, if you're taking out a lot of people or need a dryer boat for large lakes that get rough I would go 25. If you don't need the extra room or freeboard then the 23 is a wave workhorse.

is this the tower to avoid? Thanks

is this the tower to avoid? Thanks

Is this the tower to avoid? Thank you.

I’ve found a barely used 2017 F24 but it has this tower. Should I run away from it? Thanks

I realize this is an old post but I found a barely used MB F24 with this tower. Is there an easy fix or should I run from it. Thanks

I’ve located a very clean low hour 2017 F24 I’d like to purchase but this tower issue scares me. Is there a fix/parts for this issue or should I avoid this tower? Thanks

Hi All. I have a friend who is interested in getting an MB. He’s torn between a 2026 23’ and a 2025 25’, both are Alphas. I personally am a fan of the 23, but the dealer is telling him that in fall of last year MB updated the surf tab software on the 25’ and it now has an equally impressive wave. First I’ve hear of this. True story? Thanks!

My lake water temp sensor always reads around 80 degrees, regardless of water temp. Not sure if it’s related to the screen software update I did or the sensor itself, so I’d like to investigate. Wondering if anyone can tell me where the sensor is located?