Pump Wedges & Trim Extensions – Small Spend, Big Gains
If you’re chasing more speed out of your jet ski, this is the upgrade the pros know about. A pump wedge or trim extension is one of the smartest, most budget-friendly mods you can bolt on. It’s all about small spend, big gains and more bragging rights when you’re carving it up with your mates.
What They Do
Pump wedges and trim extensions tilt the angle of your jet ski’s pump nozzle. That tweak lifts the nose of your ski higher out of the water, cutting drag and letting your ski ride freer and looser. Translation? More speed, more flow, and that legendary feeling of flying across the water while your mates eat your spray.
Does it really work? Yes!
Think of your pump nozzle like the thrusters on a jet. Point it flat and you get speed but keep the nose stuck down in the water. Add a pump wedge or trim extension and you change the angle to push the nose up.
Here’s the science behind it:
- Hydrodynamic lift – The wedge or trim extension shifts the nozzle so the bow lifts, helping the ski plane on top of the water instead of ploughing through it.
- Less drag – By reducing the wetted surface area, there is less hull in the water, which cuts resistance and frees up speed.
- Thrust vectoring – The jet stream is redirected slightly down, forcing the ski up and forward through Newton’s Third Law.
- Cleaner water flow – The ski rides in a more efficient flow with less turbulence, making high-speed runs smoother.
- Optimised angle – Like a wing, the ski needs the right nose angle. The wedge finds that sweet spot for the best balance of lift and control.
It is simple physics at work. A small tweak to nozzle angle reshapes how your ski moves through water, cutting drag and delivering more speed.
Why You Need One
- Next Level Speed – Shave drag and unlock real top-end gains.
- Ride Freer – A ski that rides loose feels faster, handles better, and puts a grin on your face every time.
- Bang for Buck – For the cost, this is one of the biggest performance returns you’ll find.
- Quick Bolt On – Can be fitted in as little as 10 minutes with basic tools.
The Perfect First Mod
Every upgraded ski starts somewhere, and this is the ultimate first step. No complicated tuning, no headaches, just bolt it on and feel the difference. Whether you’re lining up against your crew, chasing race-day glory, or just wanting your ski to punch harder across the water, a pump wedge or trim extension is a must-have for any serious rider.
Be the Mate Out Front
Don’t let your mates leave you in their wake. Get the edge, feel the difference, and take your ski from fun to flat out legendary.
