Luke

Also we pulled flywheel and cannot find this supposed stator that goes out

I have one ill sell

Ok changed fuel filter and still having issue....why? Lol this boat is driving me crazy!!

yes of coarse the tower and speakers make a difference...the aerodynamics of the boat change when you put this on it...i have an 03 that i purchased without a tower and put one on....we gained about 5-10 mph depending on water...seems to help if there is a little tiny chop to help get air under the hull....if you look at a stepped hull boat this this the purpose to make it faster on the water...also to get bettery fuel economy...hope this helps..

if you havent broken it yet there is a tab on towards the rear of the boat on the light...this pops up the plastic housing and you should be able to get to it from there.....a quick few taps on mine and it started working again and has for the last 2 months....try this and let me know if this helps....good luck