Everything You Need to Know About Your New Axis | Boating 101

[@480brad]

I just bought an Axis in California and just watched your video to make sure I did everything right. I sincerely appreciate your videos ❤

[@danglenn2818]

Thank you for sharing. You do a great job breaking it down for non-experts.

[@monsterclip]

We just put our T23 in the water today and this was so useful. You're very clear in your descriptions. Thank you!

[@ChantelBoats]

Glad it was helpful!

[@travismorris5551]

Great video. Super helpful for a new boat owner. Thank you.

[@davidward2051]

Great job on this video! Please do a new video for the 2022 boats, with updated Dash

[@jimmsch]

Chantel, You are always so detailed and clear on your videos. Do you think you can do a video about how to use the transom mounted fresh water flush on the Malibu/Axis boats, both in and out of the water? The manual and my dealer have two different ideas on this. It would be nice to have it on video. Thank you

[@cippyjoesr]

Thank You! Another great detailed video. I’ve had my A-24 for about 9 months and still picked up a few pointers from you.

[@cippyjoesr]

Hey Chantel, do you have an email address? I had some questions about wakesurfing/wakeboarding and didn’t want to leave a “story” in the comments. 😁Thanks!

[@ChantelBoats]

Sure! It's [e-mail].

[@m.m.2763]

Awesome video, super helpful!

[@brooksbaldwin204]

Thank you Chantel.

[@DZav440]

Excellent video. Thank you b

[@fennellsk]

Very helpful, great vid 🤙🏻

[@480brad]

Great video!

[@doversmattresscloseoutcenter]

Great Video

[@craig8684]

Great information thanks

[@jmann8842]

nice video!

[@wildtropics5354]

To my knowledge I have always understood duel battery operation and how the switch controller works. From my understanding the battery switch should be set to position 1+2 so that, as you said, both batteries can be recharged by the alternator and can have a reduced load on them at engine crank. However, in my axis owner manual it specifically states to only use position 1 for general use of the boat and only switch to position 2 if the primary battery is drained. From there you would go to 1+2 to recharge both batteries once the boat is started. The manual, for some reason, indicates that the batteries and switch was not designed by the factory to run normal use off of 1+2. Have you heard of this or seen this in the manual?

[@ChantelBoats]

Let me look into this. I will find out if there is a reason they recommend this in the manual. I've always used battery 1+2 when running...

[@aidenray2109]

Nice boat I have a Malabo v8

[@neurodocmd]

Another great video & helpful to Malibu owners too!

[@ChantelBoats]

Thanks! I made one specifically about Malibu as well if you haven't seen it yet

[@jimmsch]

this is great! Chantel you always have such informative videos. We are expecting to take delivery of our T22 in April. I wonder if you can do a video on how the auto set wedge works? I only see limited info on this. Also can you access the under glove box storage from the bow? I'd like to see just how much storage is under the bow seats too.

[@ChantelBoats]

Hi! The Auto Set Wedge is super easy, it's either up or down. There are no settings or adjustments to make. You cannot get into the storage under the glove box/observer's seat from the bow. If your dealer orders the Plug n Play Ballast (which I definitely recommend), the bow will have a bag under the bow seats, so you wouldn't want to store anything up there. When the bag is full it takes up the whole area. Congrats on your new boat! You will love the T22!

[@gatzby6451]

Dope vid Chantel!

[@HarvilleK1]

Chantel--How often should the impeller be replace on the engine? Every 50 hours? How about on the ones on the water pumps for the bags? Thank you!!

[@ChantelBoats]

Hi! It depends on the engine you have, most are every 100 hours or every other year, depending on how much you use the boat. I would definitely verify with your service department the exact recommendations for your engine.

[@AshleyWhipple-cl5vk]

Anyone know where we can purchase the windscreen? We're purchasing a used 2021 A22 this weekend and its not in the boat😢

[@ChantelBoats]

I can order you one! Do you know your HIN?

[@travishalterman]

Thank you! Love the channel

[@ryanmcculloch4935]

Great information. Thanks. Do you need to do anything with the tower pins if you are towing the boat with the tower down?

[@ChantelBoats]

It's best not to tow with the tower down. There's nothing to lock it in place, so it would just be bouncing around.

[@ryanmcculloch4935]

@@ChantelBoats I was told by the dealership that the pins lock the tower in place, if you put them in with the tower down. I tried it. The tower does not move. Is it not designed to do this? Thanks

[@ChantelBoats]

Hey Ryan - not sure how I missed this feature!! If those knobs lock it down, I don't see why you couldn't tow with it down - thanks for posting that!

[@EverydayIsSaturday2]

Hi. Are you sure that only battery 1 is being charged when in battery 1 position? I was told they are both being charged no matter in position 1 or 2. Can you confirm that?

[@ChantelBoats]

Hi! I had someone else ask about this and I’m looking into it. What I’ve been told differs from the manual, so I’m working on getting clarification!

[@HammerleHomesProject]

Hopefully they improved their bimini top opening and closing

[@zachsharp1125]

Hi Chantel! Love your videos and how detailed they all are. I’ve seen your videos on Moomba and Axis. I am looking at purchasing either a 21 Mondo or 21 A20. Do you have any thoughts on which is better quality or resale in the future? Also the Axis dealer is 25 minutes from my house and Moomba is 3+ hours is that something to consider? Thanks so much!

[@ChantelBoats]

Hi Zach! Both will have good resale as long as you take care of them and keep up on service. I’d say I like the wake and performance on Axis the best. The comfort and fit and finish of a Moomba are really nice. Where your dealer is and how you feel while you’re there is huge to consider. You definitely want to have a good relationship with your dealer! Good luck and congrats! Both awesome boats!

[@travishalterman]

Just received our 2021 A22 in December and am so impressed by the quality. Took it out and could NOT believe the wake. I had two kids under 6 and my wife, full sacks and it was a solid 4'. Best wake out there for surfing.

[@travishalterman]

Do you have a recommendation for a Sea Deck or Gator Step style transom protector for the A22 to keep surfers from bumping the gel coat?

[@ChantelBoats]

Gator Step has one I think. I would contact them directly to see what they might have for you.

[@craig8684]

Chantel, what are your thoughts on winterizing your boat yourself and then getting it ready for the lake. Always hard to plan it around the dealer for timing. Is it that hard?

[@ChantelBoats]

How difficult depends on the engine. It's definitely something a lot of people do themselves, but it's such a costly mistake if you do it incorrectly, if you can make it to the dealer, that's always better, especially if you need any other services done, ie: impeller, fluid change, etc.

[@craig8684]

@@ChantelBoats Thanks for the information, love your channel! Just bought an Axis 2021 A24 and can’t wait to get it out. Being in Colorado we have large fluctuations of weather, if we have a big change in temp , am I ok to pull the manifold plugs and stern drive plug for protection? Wish we could have bought the boat from your team,we appreciate your attention to detail

[@timetoride32]

What are your thoughts about cruising to a spot fully ballasted?

[@ChantelBoats]

It just may have a harder time getting up on plane, but once it does, if you don't try to go full throttle, you'd be fine.

[@aaronfleck2816]

What kind of clearance do you need to get a A22 and or A24 into a garage?

[@ChantelBoats]

Depends on what wheels you get and how many tower racks you have/where they are, but if you have an 8 foot garage, either boat could fit.

[@maccam26]

@@ChantelBoats does the A20 have a configuration that will clear 7’?

[@austinwestbrook3091]

Ugh. Further complicating my decision. Axis a22 or moomba max. I’ve been going back and forth for over a year now and can’t decide which is better for me. Great vid though!

[@ChantelBoats]

Ha ha both are great boats! Depends on what is the most important to you - the wake on Axis is my favorite, but the Max definitely gives you higher freeboard and more space. Good luck!

[@jakebarnier5188]

Are these boats super deep now? Or is host kinda short? Not trying to be rude

[@ChantelBoats]

Both. Both of those things.

[@Damian_mtn]

How much is one of these bad boys?

[@durangodave]

the problem is how many middle class people have 80,000 bucks to drop on a boat

[@norbertmarkowicz1728]

Credit baby!! (like luxury cars, most are not owned by the operator - the bank has the title)