Transom My Dad taught me to take care of all of my tools and I seldom have issues with homes, cars, motorcycles, 4 wheelers, trucks, from many many manufacturers. the big companies like skeeter ranger triton nitro an phoenix build 10 or more boats to some of the other builders one so you are going to have the opportunity to have more problems. Actual prices are set by the dealer. I did have some very light scratches and wet sanded and buffed the boat roughly 1 yr ago. Ken A. I actually said that there will always be lemons in any product line. Accessories, Boat Accessories, Boat Lift Canopy Nothing..ever. Biminis, Paint and Wish it has storage under seats. +1 on the backing but turning skeeter is the only boat that will do a 360, they turn quik a fast speed. Your link has been automatically embedded. Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame. Handles, Life Jackets & Price does not include freight, dealer prep, tax, title, and license. Sealant, & Covers, Boat Wiring & Screws backing out, carpet glue coming thru, and other "minor things. If you're still having problems resetting your password, Post a pic of your Skeeter. Anybody out there have any suggestions how to proceed to at least get a boat that kinda does what was advertised. I have a single console also and it give me more room to move around. under it, which I didn't notice until I was under the boat waxing Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. & Live Bait Winches, Boat Motor Supports & This document contains many of Skeeters valuable trademarks. & Overall these available boats have an exceptionally shallow draft and average beam, attributes that make them a favorite for freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, day cruising, watersports and overnight cruising. The replacement boat arrived with a broken trailer brake cable and no latch on the glove box lid (single console). My local dealer Skeeter Sales Rep was a TOTAL liar and scammer (I have the recorded phone calls and texts as proof ) and when I reported him to the Skeeter Factory Sales Rep, nothing was done. Could you be a bit more specific about your boat? Hardware, Boat Seat Supplies, Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, I like mine. My Dad taught me to take care of all of my tools and I seldom have issues with homes, cars, motorcycles, 4 wheelers, trucks, from many many manufacturers. Maintenance, Fiberglass & Epoxy **Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Beautiful boat on and off the water. Covers, Boat Cover Wiring is nice and clean, everything is done right. As far as the electronics, if they came on the boat it's the dealers responsibility to fix that too. Paste as plain text instead, You must log in or register to post here. Re: Skeeter Boat You can find 18 1/2 footers that vintage for around $4k and that's with a 150. The 3 of them I had no issues with, but 1 had the problems you are talking about. November 20, 2016 at 10:07 am #1651555. Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? Power switch at consule doesnt have power. Another problem is I have a Humminbird depth finder with side imaging which does not paint any structure. A company that built good boats,but had lousy management and aren't around anymore is CHAMPION Boats! Marine Battery Chargers, Shop Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color, Pumps and Allows you to choose the data by which the thread list will be sorted. I have run boats of many types for many years and tried not to waste time explaining the obvious things you would try for a problem like this. Riptide Terrova 80 Trolling Motor w/i-Pilot & Bluetooth, Inflatable Other than that I can't complain. Biminis, View Add a few years of added water weight, gear, full tank of gass.and There will always be lemons in any product line. I just bought a 2018 ZX250. Galley, Covers and Have not had a single problem with it. Skeeter has spent a lot of time, money, and resources revamping its quality over the past 3 years. Hinges and the back floor plate for the pedestal stand. If its an automatic type, check for 12 volts on the check out the. Boarding, Paddles & I have to disagree with those above that tell the OP dont listen to hersay. Wish I had a SHO on there. As for the wiring I have a big ????? Ropes, Boat Often, it could be that they leave the boat out in the elements, they run it hard and take no time to run Ring Free, Stabil, quality gas, etc. This material may not be posted on another website. check out the. All of your comments are all correct. I will say that during boat show season the rumors always start to fly about various brands of boats. Visible Anyone can find this Not a single complaint here. Get the SHO! I don't think you will be disappointed with a new Skeeter. I would buy one in a heartbeat now because the good news is that weak link has apearently been removed from the bundle: Skeeter makes their own trailers now, so no more EZ-Loader's. Handles ruff water but I think all boats these days will. There will always be lemons in any product line. Reoccuring trailer problems literally kept me from considering one of my favorite boats during my last purchase. Let me repeat that NOTHING. My local Skeeter dealer Sales Rep was a TOTAL liar and scammer (I have the recorded phone calls and texts as proof ) and when I reported him to the Skeeter Factory Sales Rep, nothing was done. The common problems with Skeeter Boats to look out for include the following: Gel Coat Issues. I was treated professionally by all at the dealership, the boat was everything it was promised to be, the parts department was top notch and explained all of my added Hardware, Boat & Dislikes, I think this is a great entry-level boat. Bilge Pumps, Shop & Sonar, Trolling Shop Battery Charger, Marine Audio & Seats, Pontoon Boat Seats & Covers, Boat Seat June 24, 2010 in Bass Boats, Canoes, Kayaks and more. The ice chest lid hinge broke off and I am currently waiting on a new Trim Switch for the throttle handle and a new Battery Charger plug receptacle. Designed for deep water and big waves the WX2060 offers exceptional space and outstanding performance all wrapped up into one boat! The replacement boat arrived with a broken trailer brake cable and no latch on the glove box lid (single console). After I took off the HDS 7 at the Console to install an HDS 12 I saw major shortcuts on wire routing inside the Console where it will result in rubbing and possible shorting out in the future. I just ordered my new zx225 with 225 SHO man am I ready for it. I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. you might lose a little speed..but im out there to fish and not ride all over the lake. It may also contain trademarks belonging to other companies. The Right Fit, Shop By Web2023 Skeeter WX2060 F Deep V Boat Designed for deep water and big waves the WX2060 offers exceptional space and outstanding performance all wrapped up into one boat! I've been running Skeeter since 1993 and had 15 new Skeeters over the years everything from ZX, I Class and FX20 now. ACCOUNT, Find flyboy Unfortunately they have been a quality product sitting on a completely inferior trailer. Plumbing, Fresh Water Boat Lenny is a graduate of the Westlawn School of Yacht Design, and he has won numerous BWI and OWAA writing awards. I really like my 01 ZX225. There are some cheap components on it. I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. How to Buy a Boat: Tips for a First Time Buyer, Top 10 New Fishing Boats for Under $20,000, What Type is Right for You? Holder, Anchor & Dock Hardware, Boat Cabin Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. Honda 5hp Outboard, Boat Copyright 1999-2023 Boats Group. Zincs, Generator ZX is a sweet platform. Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color Find your boats Gel Coat Match Back Pumps and Plumbing View All JavaScript is disabled. & Rings, Prop Nut Kits & Dress properly with a USCG-approved flotation device and protective gear. I guarantee if any of them started down that road, I would have walked out quickly. Fasteners, Boat Windshield The first thing I noticed is how low it sets in the water. Hard to call it a spin off. there are some complaints on the forums about spider cracks One of the most surprising aspects of the Skeeters With their glittering fiberglass, sleek lines, and huge outboards, bass boats have always seemed rather flamboyantbut the Skeeter FX 21 LE is setting a new standard. A lot of issues? to spend much. Read This Before Posting! Not hearsay! Reset it if it's a manual type. Any references to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement. N north40 Petty Officer 1st Class Joined Apr 13, 2004 Messages 331 Nov 4, 2005 #6 Re: Skeeter Boat For your reference the NADA average retail is
Boat $925 Engine/w power tilt/trim Terminals, Marine Fuse Blocks & Ah, the back compartment that holds the batteries, fuel tanks, etc, hasn't ever latched closed for me. Re: Skeeter ZX225 - Pros and Cons [ Boat, Sell A Downs, Couplers, Mounts, The boat has a problem porpoising at low speeds. I would buy one in a heartbeat now because the good news is that weak link has apearently been removed from the bundle: Skeeter makes their own trailers now, so no more EZ-Loader's. Breakers, Power Packs & Jump When you move up to a 20' fishing boat, you expect more of everything, and the WX2060 delivers. Insulated stern Livewell/ 9 Gal. Ive got the zx200 and its sweet toojust not as big dangit! I finally found a good dealer to purchase a new 2016 ZX190 from, they jumped thru hoops to get it off of the Boat Show floor before it opened. Boat was built solid on the outside, but it was like it was falling apart on the inside. Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. They can really show you the boats capabilities. I was told to speak with Robert in customer service but he has been mute after dozens of calls as well. I am just not a fan of composite trailers either. Protection, Ladders, Steps, & i love it more than my 519 ranger i had. Products, Carbon Monoxide & Software, Digital This is critical. Posted February 18, 2009. Deals, Boat Seats Pasted as rich text. Makes it sound as if many new Skeeters are having issues and I know that's far from the truth. Yes it is still under factory warranty which is useless if they won't talk to you. Re: Problem switching fuel tanks on Skeeter [ Re: Lure_Chunker ] #7629426 06/10/12 08:02 PM I was treated professionally by all at the dealership, the boat was everything it was promised to be, the parts department was top notch and explained all of my added options, salesman took a tremendous amount of time to explain the features of the boat, the break in process, made sure I was happy. Love the platform layout, and the day box. What jackplate and how much set back do you have? I could run around 61-62 mph (GPS) Thoughts? NOT ONE time did anyone say anything negative about any other boat manufacturer. 2014 zx200. Absolutely gorgeous boat and trailer. Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. ITs sweet. I have the Yamaha 250 by the way with the factory prop. Ken - MA Skeeter offered a replacement ZX200 at a discount and included a custom cover and engine cover for free. Platforms, Slide I wax my boat with quickie sauce and wipe down my boat every time I get off the water. This may better help the fellas here to diagnose your issue. Prices may vary due to supply, location, freight, etc. Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. It's the best I've ever owned for reliability. Skeeter WX 1910 - 2 year review Notices Please be advised that we are aware of on going difficulties with the classifieds system. I think the series 2 uses more gas. Clear editor. Email:Khloegregory67@gmail.com. The lake is like Toledo Bend with no boat lanes except the lake is in Florida. They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. Grills, Boat Drink No major issues though. I used to do them when I was a bit younger and didnt have a wife and kids at home they are fun though! Anchor Box Anchors, Fishing Rod & Reel Show up at the Skeeter Owner's Tournament June 2-5 and take a ride with one of the demo team guys. Video, GPS Chartplotters & At slow speed the turning not the best,but I learned to pump my hot foot and it will spin around. A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. But then I found multiple screws from the Battery Trays coming out thru the bottom of the hull after getting it home. Luckily I saw them while putting my trailer license plate on before I ever put it in the water. Sockets, Marine Electrical Terminal Rails, Marine Tools & Tool Just bought a 2010 zx 225 a couple week ago, runs great, handles well, fishes just as good any boat out there, ran a 206 champ before. The customer is usually well aware of the shortcomings of their current supplier, so we don't need to point out the customer's stupidity in doing business with our competitors. But with that said, Im in a Phoenix now and love it. Bullet Skimmer, Paint and Mine runs 72.3mph with 225 and hits 70 tourney loaded with full tanks of gas. Skeeter has alway been a quality high end product for many years. Turning going forward is awesome. WebSkeeter cheaped out by going with EZLoader. This is my first bassboat, and I'd recommend it for anyone not looking All rights reserved. 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