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The first time I unbolted the oil tank for this installation. I found the need to make some changes in how I ran the wires, and found an easier way the 2nd time. If you look down on the side of the boat in front of the oil tank, you see the black box that the spark plug wires attach to. There is a single bolt holding it down. Remove it and you can pull the box up and out of the way. Leave the wires attached. Next step it to take the new tray and squirt a half tube of liquid nail onto the underside of it. Make sure to outline the tray then just criss cross and squirt all around it. I cleaned the area where it would sit just by using a rag and alcohol. Test fit before you add the liquid nail. Now slide the tray in. Make sure you have the strap lined up correctly on the underside. I used masking tape to hold it in place. Sit something heavy on the tray and let it sit. here

[adavid]

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[jack8logan]

The first step was gathering the other stuff I needed. First of all, I bought a 24 series deep cell battery. A few people on here say not to add a deep cell and a starting battery, but I consulted a seadoo mechanic and he didnt see a problem with it. I figured a deep cell would fit my needs perfectly. I just went with a wally world battery and havent had a single problem and it was like 70 bucks. Next time though, I will buy a die hard because they rock and I have a part time job at Sears, so I get a discount.

[noxion]

There are a few different ways to make it work. This is just the way I did it and it works well for me. I wanted the ability to always have a charged battery waiting when I am done playing with the audio system. I decided to use a Perko combo switch. Switch 8501. It is a direct replacement for the factory switch in the 98-99 Speedsters. You can find it for 30 to 40 bucks.

[george14]

Next I bought the battery tray. I originally planned on a nice one with the supports on the side and a nice tray on the bottom with a brace that covers the top. I used a piece of marine wood painted and bolted the tray to it. After trying to get it in, I figured it was too big and bulky and could not get it to work. I then bought a simple plastic tray with a nylon strap and buckle to secure the battery. Runs about 15 bucks.

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[Dekember]

AJ, you are so right. The original is the best.

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I used Weldwood contact cement and it has held up well for me.

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