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BlackTip Jetsports Elite

Traction mats for Yamaha 2010-2014 VX Sport/ VX Deluxe/ VX Cruiser/ VXR/ VX

SKU: 130BE422

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$198.95

Details

Pattern shown in images above are examples of pattern only. Finished product will vary depending on the size of foot-well and back platform space.

BlackTip Jetsports Elite traction mats are unlike anything the PWC industry has ever seen. With more color and pattern choices available than ever before. With the Elite series you are in control. You are no longer limited to pick from just the standard cuts and colors. You pick your pattern and then pick the top color and bottom color of your mats. The bottom color will show through when we finish cutting the pattern for your specific watercraft. The Elite series mats are made from the same high quality material as our standard mat kits and also include our high strength PSA.

Colors may differ from monitor to monitor. To ensure you like the color of your traction mat kit you may want to request samples. Custom traction mat kits are non returnable.

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BlackTip Jetsports Elite Mat kits are non-returnable. Please verify your Year, Make and Model before purchasing this Custom kit.

Applications

2015 V1
2015 V1 Sport
2010 VX Cruiser
2011 VX Cruiser
2012 VX Cruiser
2013 VX Cruiser
2014 VX Cruiser
2010 VX Deluxe
2011 VX Deluxe
2012 VX Deluxe
2013 VX Deluxe
2014 VX Deluxe
2010 VX Sport
2011 VX Sport
2012 VX Sport
2013 VX Sport
2011 VXR
2012 VXR
2013 VXR
2014 VXR
2011 VXS
2012 VXS
2013 VXS
2014 VXS

Installation

PWC

By hand, peel off any old mat material that you are able to and then you use a putty knife to help remove all material from the difficult areas. Areas that are difficult may require spraying WD-40 brand lubricant in between the mat and hull to help loosen the old adhesive. Take your time on the prep work; this is important to achieve professional results.

Now that your surface is clean and ready for the new mats it is time to lay out how your mats will look in the foot wells. This is the location the mats will be attached. Trace around the mats using a pencil. This is your reference area to place the mats after the paper is peeled off the back of the mat.

Peel off the paper backing from the mat and line up one end of the mat to your traced out area. (Do Not Try to Install the complete mat in one shot) Slowly work the mat down into your outline.

After the entire mat is installed you must apply even pressure down on top of the mat to insure complete contact to the hull.

Let mats sit for 12 hrs after the install so the glue will fully cure.

Jet Boat

Option 1) Removal of snaps from old carpet inserts: This applies to boats that have previously had snap in cockpit carpeting. You will first need to remove all the existing snaps. These are normally screwed down with a stainless-steel Phillips head screw. Once the screws are removed, we suggest filling the holes with epoxy to prevent water intrusion. You can use any of the quick set epoxies available at marine parts store, auto parts store and home centers. We suggest the syringe type that premixes as it comes out, it is a little easier to apply.

Option 2) Removal of previously glued down traction mats: Start by peeling a corner of the mat up from the deck. Slowly continue to pull while using a plastic putty knife or scraper to help you release the mat from the glue. Keep working at it until all mats are removed. Once the mats are removed you need to get the left-over pieces and the remaining glue residue. We suggest 3M adhesive remover or another suitable brand. This will soften the glue and allow you to scrap and wipe it away.

Clean up: After all the old mats and glue are removed you will need to clean the surface before installing your new mat set use some rags and solvent for this step. Denatured alcohol, acetone, goof off or goo gone will work here. Change your rag often so as not to just spread the dirt and goo around. After this wash the entire surface with a mild soap and water solution and thoroughly dry (a day in the sun works best here).

Install: First lay out all the mats in their proper location and check for a good fit. At this point use a pencil and mark a few spots around each mat to use as an alignment guide while sticking them down. Begin by peeling one edge of the first mat you have chosen to install and stick it to the floor making sure to align it with your marks. Once this edge is down you can continue to peel the backing while pressing the mat into place. (DO NOT TRY TO INSTALL THE ENTIRE MAT AT ONCE) After all mats are adhered to the floor of the boat you must apply pressure over the entire surface to activate the PSA (pressure sensitive adhesive). You can do this by standing on all the mats moving around to make sure you apply pressure everywhere, especially the edges.

Installation Video

Cleaning

Use only mild dishwashing soap to clean your mats, if you must clean grease from the mats we suggest using Simple Green brand cleaner only to do so.

Warranty

Watercraft Superstore's BlackTip Jetsports traction mats have a 1 year manufacturer's warranty against defect in material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover fading, tearing or stains due to user negligence. We do our best to make sure every traction mat set is perfect, but sometimes things happen.

If you should have a problem, please contact SBT @727-443-0373 or sales@sbt.com to identify your issue.