I ordered the Boom Kicker model 1500 from the Hunter Owners Chandlery and it arrived via first class mail from Illinois to Okinawa, Japan in 7 days. Today I installed the unit on my 1978 Hunter Cherubini 33. The instructions are easy to follow and all the materials you need to install it are included, with the execption of a hand drill, screw driver etc.I installed the unit in about an hour and a half. I am a bit anal and made sure I went through the directions a few times, and then had a friend confirm what I think I understood
The Boom Kicker was easy to install and it works exactly the way the company says it should. I eliminated the topping lift and I am happy about that. Dealing with it was always frustrating. The unit looks good and compliments my boat.I recommend the Boom Kicker to anyone wanting to get rid of their topping lift.