Baller bananaron Posted September 7, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 7, 2017 This summer I have had 5 different boats on my lift and have sold 4 of them.The most recent boat is a 2003 Malibu Response LX which I just bought from the original owner.335HP monsoon shower heater perfect pass loaded with options and the best of all this boat is beyond PRISTINE CONDITION.It is brand new as the seller is probably more anal than I am.Also this monsoon has pulled 5 bare footers and trust me this thing will hole shot any boat on the market.Love the boat and pull however if someone wants to take it off my lift I will let it go.Just got 2 shots in my back to keep skiing this season and the knees are barking loud.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted September 7, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 7, 2017 Did you flip boats for the money? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chef23 Posted September 7, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 7, 2017 Great looking boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 Good looking boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted September 8, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted September 8, 2017 @bananaron - how much ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Kwoody51 Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 Feel like you owe us a comparison of all the different boats you had on your lift this summer :) Not many people cycle through that many boats in one season. Would be great to hear what you liked or didn't like about each for others that might be interested! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller brody Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 How much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 Sharp ride, timeless colors, nice wake, right motor, perfect pass, treated well. That's a great boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller UWSkier Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 That's a sexy RLX. Love those boats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BrennanKMN Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 That's a lot of time at the DMV. One boat was a pain forget 5.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller powbmps Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 Great looking boat. Love that motor in the LXi. Must be even better in the LX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 @bananaron will you take my 2001 Lx as a trade in? Your Lx is in better condition with a better trailer than mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 That hull is a nice skiing boat and was always very fast compared to other boats of the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 8, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted September 8, 2017 It's the same hull as my 2009 LX with ZO. I don't see me ever replacing that boat. Lightning quick, no CAT, and affordable. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted September 8, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 8, 2017 @MISkier is it quicker than the new Txi or CP with the 6L? Or is that not a fair comparison?? I actually think that LX hull had a better 22' off wake that 15's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 8, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted September 8, 2017 There is something up with some of the new 6L TXis I have driven. Fresh off the trailer and/or cold engine, they are quick. After a while, they become substantially slower. My LX is faster. A lot faster. It is running the old 5.7, but does not have the wetted surface or space of today's boats As for the 6L CP, it's close. I'd have to do a more direct comparison. The CP probably has the edge. But, the 2015 Prostar 6L that my buddies run in their club at West Shore is a rocket. And, it has 1300 hours. Hands down the winner. The wake on my LX is good. It's more firm than others, but low. No issue at 22 off. Prostar and CP have the best current wakes to me. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted September 9, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 9, 2017 Do any of you put some weight up front in your Lx? Someone said 50 lb up front is good for the LXi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 9, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted September 9, 2017 @Bill22, I do use a little weight in my LX. 50-75 pounds is nice. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bananaron Posted September 10, 2017 Author Baller Share Posted September 10, 2017 @dvskier @RichardDoane @Kwoody51 @Bill22 @RAWSki @MISkier @6balls I sold my 2001 Gekko GTR that I had since new in may of this yr.I then picked up a 2001 196 and that boat ended up on my neighbors lift.I did not like the wake or pull and my neighbor used it for 2 months and I sold it for him.I then bought a 2003 LXI and should of kept it however sold it right away .Great boat as I ski behind a 2005 and think they are a great all around boat.I then found a 2001 MC 190 that was really dialed in.This boat had the LTR and PP STARGAZER and the former owner had shaved the rudder and this thing drove itself down the lake.You drove this boat with your left thumb as the wheel was at the 9 o'clock position and the PP worked so well my wife loved to drive this ski machine.However a couple brothers talked me out of the boat and they now have it on their lift and love it. Probably should of kept it however the 2003 Malibu LX is one in a million ski machine.This boat is beyond PRISTINE.Looks drives and skis like a new boat.I still miss the wake of my GTR and the 190 was the best for driving and with stargazer a real plus.However the LX is a really rare find.Probably would sell only because my soon to be 70 yr old body has parts that are shot.If anyone is interested I would sell it for 22,900.You can contact me by phone tex or send me a msg...........thanks Ron 218-851-2801 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted September 10, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2017 GTR I is an amazing hull. Just didn't like the platform or super low free-board. can't go wrong with the Malibu diamond Hull either, it is fast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 25, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted September 25, 2017 @RAWSki, I need to correct my previous post on comparative boat speed. I learned that the 2015 Prostar that my buddies have at West Shore is a 6.2L. So, while it is the fastest boat I've driven, it shouldn't be compared to the other 6L boats. I guess that makes your CP the fastest in that category. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bananaron Posted September 26, 2017 Author Baller Share Posted September 26, 2017 Have had some action on the response.If anyone is interested I will let it go for $21,500.This is a one of a kind pristine condition boat............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 26, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted September 26, 2017 Check with @aspski. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Keith_Menard Posted September 27, 2017 Baller Share Posted September 27, 2017 @RAWSki I like the platform on mine, and my GTO looks great in the water...but you better time those big waves right or you are getting wet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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