Already have a ballast system but need to replace a few parts to get it up and running? Want to upgrade the quality of a few of your fittings? Or maybe you’re looking for a check valve or vented loop to add to your current ballast system to prevent passive fill/drain issues. Whatever your need is when it comes to ballast systems and the individual parts that make them up, you’ll be able to find it here in our wakeboard ballast parts category.

Our ballast system parts selection is full of carefully selected parts for your ballast system which were selected specifically with wakeboard ballast system design and functionality in mind. We don’t cary any generic plumbing parts that you might find at your local hardware store, each part is tested and assured to perform in your boat and to meet your expectations. The added benefit in almost every part we sell is that they will cost you less than a similar product you might purchase from the local plumbing store. You get the convenience of getting parts that are tested for compatibility, at the best price, and with the most convenience. Forget multiple trips to the hardware store, everything is included in one place.

We’ve carefully designed the shopping experience to cater directly to your needs as well, with the goal of making everything easier on you the customer. If you know the part that you need but aren’t sure how to find it, we’ve got you covered. We’ve created a parts section that can be searched through in many different ways to make sure you’ll get to exactly what you need and get out quickly, without wasting your day scouring the internet trying to find the correct part.

Search by Category: WakeMAKERS has divided our ballast system parts into 4 major categories for convenient shopping:

• Ballast Fittings
• Hose & Accessories
• Thru-hull Intake Hardware
• Thru-hull Vents & Drains
• Check Valves & Vented Loops
• Electrical Components & Accessories

Filter Products: Not sure which product you want but know what you need it to do? Filter products by….

• Category
• Hose Size
• Part Manufacturer
• Thread Size
• Price

Search Function: Know exactly what you need and don’t want to spend time clicking around? Just search for it. You can always just type in exactly what you’re looking for in the Search field at the top right hand of every page on our website. If we’ve got it, you’ll see it show up.

So next time you’re in need of a replacement part for your wakeboard boat’s ballast system, remember that when you choose WakeMAKERS you’re getting the satisfaction and peace of mind that everything will perform as it should and will save yourself some cash at the same time. That’s the WakeMAKERS way.

So you’ve decided it’s time to stop putting up with that less than adequate wakeboarding or wakesurfing wake and upgrade your boat’s ballast system. Well that’s awesome! You’re definitely going to be much happier this summer with the wake you’ve been dreaming of. But the decision is just the first step, do you know what to do next? Well, you found the WakeMAKERS site so I guess you did know. BUT, what about after that? If you’re not sure how much weight to add or the location in the boat you should be adding it then the new WakeMAKERS Shopping Guide is your answer.

Because nobody has more experience than us when it comes to building the perfect wake, we’ve put together a shopping guide to help get you going on upgrading your boats ballast. The WakeMAKERS wakeboard ballast shopping guide helps you answer those important questions of “How much weight should I be adding to my boat?” and “Where should I be adding the weight in my boat?”.

Whenever weight is added to your boat, including people, gas, ice chests, or water ballast, it will make your boat sit lower in the water and in turn increase the displacement of the hull. As the weight put into your boat is increased it will in turn create a larger wake. So to consistently create that super sized wake for wakeboarding or wakesurfing you’re going to need to add more ballast to your boat. But contrary to popular belief, size isn’t everything and the shape of the wake is just as important. By placing your additional ballast in different locations inside your boat you can help create not only a bigger wake, but also a better shaped one with a smoother take-off.

Depending on how integrated you want your ballast system to be and how much you’re wanting to spend, we have many different options for you to choose from. To figure out what the perfect system is going to be for you and your wakeboard boat and to get started with your order, check out the new WakeMAKERS Shopping Guide. And if you have any questions we’d love to talk to you, so either email us at sales@wakemakers.com or give us a call at (888) 338-6085.

We have two types of ballast hose here at WakeMakers; standard and premium. The standard ballast hose is just that, the industry standard. This is the hose Centurion, Malibu, Sanger, Supra, Moomba and others use from the factory on their wakeboard ballast systems. It’s heavy duty walls and thick internal reinforcing spiral minimize kinking when put into tight turns and corners and also do an amazing job of withstanding exposure to any compounds in the bilge of your boat. This hose is going to give you the performance you need without compromising that OEM look.

WakeMAKERS Premium Ballast Hose

WakeMAKERS Standard Ballast Hose

Our premium ballast hose goes above and beyond our industry standard hose without going above and beyond your bank account. This is the highest quality ballast hose we could find. The PVC hose has rigid spiral reinforcements which allow it to remain unkinked around some of the tightest corners and bends you can think of. On top of this, the premium ballast hose offers partial visibility. This is going to come in hand when you’re troubleshooting your system and want to see the flow through the hose. And if those two attributes weren’t enough, know this; this how was made specifically for the marine environment. Meaning this is Thee hose to use for your bilge. Things like salt water, gas, oil, and heat don’t scare it and certainly won’t weaken or destroy it.

So what about the generic PVC hose you can get from Home Depot or Lowe’s or wherever. Well first and foremost you might think your saving money, but you’re not. Last we checked, Home Depot’s price on PVC hose was $1.72 for 3/4”, and $1.92 for 1”. Compare those prices to our industry standard ballast hose, which is now on sale for $.99 for 3/4″ and $1.49 for 1”. Not only that but currently we have our premium 3/4” and 1” ballast hose on sale for the same prices! So by doing the research and reading this blog, you just saved yourself some cash, saved yourself a trip to Home Depot (now you can put that gas money in the boat), and got the best quality product available! Other than being more expensive, generic PVC hose isn’t built to handle the pressures or vacuum of marine grade ballast hoses. It will kink when bent too sharply and won’t stand up to the elements of the environment you’re putting it in. Plus, it’s not going to even come close to looking like it was factory installed. Stick with something that’s going to give you that OEM look.

Got questions? We’re always around and glad to help! Hopefully this post will help make the right decisions when it comes to which hose to use on your install. Even if you do find some generic hose on sale somewhere, the few bucks you save isn’t going to be worth the hassle of reduced flow and durability. Stick with a hose you KNOW is built specifically for your boats ballast system.

For many, as water temperatures begin to fall, days become shorter, and children look forward to the coming school year, Labor Day marks the end of another fun filled summer.  If you’re planning one last weekend of fun over the Labor Day holiday there’s still time to receive an order on Friday and upgrade your wake for a few days of fun.

If you have questions about how quickly you can get your order, or what products are best for your boat, contact a ballast expert and they will be happy to explain your options.

Thanks for a great first summer, the support from our customers has been overwhelming, and we look forward to another successful year offering the world’s best wakeboard ballast with the most knowledgeable support.

Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend!