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Thanks for confirming this, I was wondering if my tower struts were wearing out as well. Did you try this on your 2019 XStar w/ ZFT4 tower?
I guess having 2 T85's & vertical surf racks plus all the standard tower goodies (dome light, bimini, etc.) is just adding up to enough extra weight where the standard gas struts don't help much.
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Originally posted by jpwhit View PostWhy would it help if you replaced them with the same weight rating. I would think you would need to switch them to higher weight ratings.
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Why would it help if you replaced them with the same weight rating. I would think you would need to switch them to higher weight ratings.
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Just to update this thread, replaced the Gas Springs on the Tower, 540# by Signature Part Number SF144T-540. It did not help with how heavy the tower is, but an inexpensive and easy swap.
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yeah, similar situation here. I just have 4 JL speakers and yeah, damn heavy for me that last few feet up and down... wonder how easy it is to retrofit the power option, but I'm sure it's pricey. I do have the power tower switch though!
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Aftermarket struts/shocks for ZFT4
Originally posted by jackpine View PostAdjustable shocks would be sweet! Any idea yet if they could be retrofitted to a 2018 ZFT4?
That is probably the only additional feature I would be interested in, unless they actually figure out the Gen 2 Plus & billet actuators. Ok, I guess the new touch screen interface would be cool as well! I really hope they don’t orphan us 2018 owners.
I doubt they can be retrofitted. I think the tower base is completely different to accommodate the new shocks
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Originally posted by eecyclone View PostApparently in 2022 the shocks are adjustable depending on tower setup (0, 2, or 4 speakers, board rack configuration, etc.)
I have an '18 ZFT4 with 4 rev 10's so I know how you feel
Adjustable shocks would be sweet! Any idea yet if they could be retrofitted to a 2018 ZFT4?
That is probably the only additional feature I would be interested in, unless they actually figure out the Gen 2 Plus & billet actuators. Ok, I guess the new touch screen interface would be cool as well! I really hope they don’t orphan us 2018 owners.
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Maybe it’s just mental, but it seems the shocks assist more if I go super slow on both raising and lowering. I have 4 s80’s, for sure isn’t light but doesn’t seem as bad as when I first added the additional 2 speakers. Either that or I’m getting serious gainz from all the lifts.
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Originally posted by eecyclone View PostApparently in 2022 the shocks are adjustable depending on tower setup (0, 2, or 4 speakers, board rack configuration, etc.)
I have an '18 ZFT4 with 4 rev 10's so I know how you feel
I’m looking at the 22’s but will probably wait for 23. The automatic tower and fast fill ballasts are the only two reasons I have to upgrade, I otherwise love my 2018
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Apparently in 2022 the shocks are adjustable depending on tower setup (0, 2, or 4 speakers, board rack configuration, etc.)
I have an '18 ZFT4 with 4 rev 10's so I know how you feel
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Originally posted by jackpine View PostI am interested in this thread as well since the T85’s are quite heavy and paired with vertical board racks, I can certainly understand the 400lb power clean analogy.
Unfortunately the ZFT7 looks more attractive every time I have to raise the tower, even though it would not fit in the tight storage tolerances I have to deal with.
I’m guessing this is a case of we get what we pay for, but I’m not sure how I can even determine if the struts have failed without disconnecting them & checking the counterforce they provide since it is so top heavy.
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Originally posted by btriantos View PostI have wetsounds EQ, and I can dial that in. I have a volume for chilling, one for surfing, and another for wakeboarding. You don’t want be sitting near swim platform at wakeboard setting for sure[emoji51]
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They're LOUD
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I am interested in this thread as well since the T85’s are quite heavy and paired with vertical board racks, I can certainly understand the 400lb power clean analogy.
Unfortunately the ZFT7 looks more attractive every time I have to raise the tower, even though it would not fit in the tight storage tolerances I have to deal with.
I’m guessing this is a case of we get what we pay for, but I’m not sure how I can even determine if the struts have failed without disconnecting them & checking the counterforce they provide since it is so top heavy.
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