Adding a folding rear step to an 05 FX HO Cruiser?

[Piraya33]

Can you add a folding rear step to a 2005 FX High Output Cruiser? My wife is having a little trouble getting back on in the middle of the lake. If anyone has done it, can you post some pics too? Thanks!

[hogpowr]

http://www.yamaha-motor.com/waverunn.../0/detail.aspx

Here is a link to a reboarding step that should fit your model, you will need to make sure. I ordered one from

http://www.yamahasportsplaza.com/pag...e/default.aspx

Very low prices, but slooowww, DHL, shipping .

I was going to install it myself, but I couldn't bring myself to drill a brand new boat with this being my first ski.

I paid my dealer $100 for install. After watching him do it, I could have handled it. You will need an assistant if you do it yourself.

Hope this helps, Good Luck.

[Piraya33]

Thanks for the website! What exactly did the dealer have to do to install it? Did you install it on a 2005? Did it come with all of the mounting brackets and everything? Thanks again!

[hogpowr]

I had it installed on a '08 VX Crusier, it comes with detailed instructions, all brackets and hardware. Each kit is custom made for your particular boat, and is complete.

The reason you need a helper is putting the bolts on the bracket inside the boat while holding the step on the outside at the same time. Long skinny arms help too !