Its typically sales guys or even pro staff saying things about competitors that gets to floating around. Ive got the zx200 and its sweet toojust not as big dangit! Trolling Motors, Shop All of your comments are all correct. I'm currently looking for another ZX225 in the 2007-2009 range. Maybe I should just trade it. All, Boat Bimini We have all seen this on the forums over the years. Makes it sound as if many new Skeeters are having issues and I know that's far from the truth. Speeds below about 35 mph and it is impossible to nail an RPM because of the need to change throttle settings WhatsApp:+1 (415) 891-9549. Wells, Toilet & Waste The best companies are the ones that will stand behind their product and fix it to your satisfactionwhich I am quite sure Skeeter would. Axles, Boat Trailer Tie Deals, Electrical Harware, Marine Nuts, Bolts, & & Dislikes, I think this is a great entry-level boat. I have a dual console and glad I do. Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first. crossin_eyes Participant Lakeville, MN Posts: 1218 May 4, 2013 at So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. Get the SHO! Its impressive that these boats can have such stability and agile handling, let alone while I used to do them when I was a bit younger and didnt have a wife and kids at home they are fun though! 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. it. Transom Sounds like a bad setup. Carry it back to the dealer you purchased it from and have them do a water test. That will answer your questions. Personal 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 Pumps, Marine Pump Replacement Bullet Skimmer, Paint and Just think the generalizing is a little strong. That is my real world direct experience from June 2016 until now, for what it is worth. Had a Legend and had to step on my rod when having the butt seat in. I love the boat as a fishing platform and for the looks, but under the pretty face it is a $50,000.00 + piece of junk. every boat builder has a problem here an there its amazing that the boats stay together as good as they do. Paste as plain text instead, For years that has been the weak link. In this case a picture truly is worth a thousand words, so lets not delay the visual effect. Any references to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement. Dren I'd be as pumped as you are if I was picking that boat up today.Can't wait to see the pics! ?. Skeeter is a well built boat (and has been for decades) with what seems to be a really strong network of dealers. Switches, Shore Power & AC Parts, Boat Tubing & 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. 2014 zx200. for Sale, Buy A The fenders are rusting out - after less than a year (from the bottom up) due to being installed too close to the tires (per Irwin Marine - though. Parts, Rule 1500 GPH Automatic I saw all this when I bought the boat but assumed it was because it was not rigged. They can really show you the boats capabilities. Re: skeeter boat electrical problem Check for a circuit breaker at the battery. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Marble, Engine With over two decades of experience in marine journalism, Lenny Rudow has contributed to publications including YachtWorld, boats.com, Boating Magazine, Marlin Magazine, Boating World, Saltwater Sportsman, Texas Fish & Game, and many others. Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame. i love it more than my 519 ranger i had. There are some cheap components on it. Racks, Fish Finders, Sounders Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. When you come off plane to stop the boat announces it's presence by porpoising violently and again no combinations of trim or throttle help. Something I can fix by bending/moving the latch around. Hard to call it a spin off. The common problems with Skeeter Boats to look out for include the following: Gel Coat Issues. Also the bow bait well doesnt drain week when on the trailer. So now to the real question. Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, https://www.bulletboats.com/21xrs-fishing-boat.html, http://boatingindustry.com/top-stories/2ation-strategy/, https://m.facebook.com/Falconlakehideaway/, https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-4964-145329-img_0444.png, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3, Moritz Chevrolet - 9101 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX - Monte Coon (817) 696-2003. Smoke ), Links to maintance issues - contact numbers - parts - - previous pinned post, Skeeter Boats New Product Information Resource. 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. But then they completely screwed up the deal between them, my bank and the dealer costing me 6 weeks of down time from initial purchase. Copyright 2019 IBOATS. Sockets, Marine Electrical While opinions can quickly become unfounded and based on no real life experiences, word of mouth and reputation are the American way and a real tool for examining and considering products the consumer has limited/no prior experience with. **Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Ah, the back compartment that holds the batteries, fuel tanks, etc, hasn't ever latched closed for me. Not sure how many are in the poster's sampling. Locks, Boat Deck I have a 2014 skeeter fx 21 and the thing doesn't have any sandy feeling in the paint at all or bubbles. If you like radical looks in a bass boat, the Skeeter FX21 LE should get your blood pumping. I've been running Skeeter since 1993 and had 15 new Skeeters over the years everything from ZX, I Class and FX20 now. Distribution, ProMariner ProNautic Your link has been automatically embedded. All new products with moving parts are going to have issues on occasion. Good layout and storage. Covers, Other The drainage tub just doesnt have the slope so there is always a little water in it. November 20, 2016 at 10:07 am #1651555. Your previous content has been restored. Handles, Life Jackets & Loved the SX190, great boat had no problems at all with it or the motor. Tops, Other The tac and water pressure guage didnt work. Other than that I can't complain. Honda 5hp Outboard, Boat Add a few years of added water weight, gear, full tank of gass.and 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. 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. Deals, Dealer Handles great in rough water (three foot+ waves, just goose it up a little and skip across the top, the hull handles the waves great). & Live Bait 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. Ventilation, Interior & Cabin 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. Pumps, Livewell Aerator Pumps Of the boats listed, Skeeter offers familiar boat hull types and designs including modified vee, deep vee, displacement, tunnel and other. These vessels are frequently favored for popular boating boating pursuits such as freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, day cruising, watersports and overnight cruising. 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. Boarding, Paddles & I want the zx250 One of these days. A lot of issues? Re: Skeeter Boat You can find 18 1/2 footers that vintage for around $4k and that's with a 150. Video, GPS Chartplotters & Loved every skeeter I have had and ridden in. PLEASE READ before posting in this section! They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. But then they completely screwed up the deal between them, my bank and the dealer costing me 6 weeks of down time from initial purchase. Skeeter Boats steering Problem on 2004 Skeeter SL190 grandpasteve_1956 Aug 9, 2009 G grandpasteve_1956 Recruit Joined Aug 9, 2009 Messages 2 Aug 9, 2009 #1 I have a 2004 Skeeter SL190 with a 150 Yamaha that is hard to steer - difficult to turn the steering wheel. Don't listen to hearsay and go find what you want and can afford. Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? I guarantee if any of them started down that road, I would have walked out quickly. Don't let anyone tell you differently! The Lighting, Marine Teak Only thing I would go to over this one would be an i class, maybe an FX, but only for more speed, not complaining, I can get to 70, but that is in perfect conditions. I've not heard of any of the things you mentioned. Skeeter Boats Welcome to BBCBoards.net BBCBoards is the leading online community for Bass Boat connections. bought 92 skeeter 200dx, what thrust trolling motor do i need????? ZX is a sweet platform. Biminis, Paint and but are more than ready to tell you how it's all the manufacturers fault. They believe it is some sort of rigging problem as do I because the unit does everything else perfectly except mark structure in side imaging mode. Then the Dealer that I purchased from completely screwed up getting me my replacement plates and registration. WebSkeeter Boats BASS BOATS BAY BOATS DEEP-V BOATS NUMBER ONE FOR SO MANY REASONS No other boat manufacturer boasts the rich history and heritage of Communication, Auto Pilot So don't let someone else opinion stop you from investing on binary option trading. Instruments, VHF Radios & If I'm not mistaken its the most popular model of Skeeters out there. or most common. I tried every possible trim and throttle combination and no help. My Skeeter has NEVER BEEN in the shop for a manufacturers defect. Oh, and I have had zero problems with the trailer, other than a few lights replaced. Virtually every option is a standard feature on the Skeeter FX21 LEincluding a look no other bass boat can match. 8.95. Re: Problem switching fuel tanks on Skeeter [ Re: Lure_Chunker ] #7629426 06/10/12 08:02 PM Is there a jackplate, etc. It came with one stripped screw hole that held on the plastic around the console. Hardware, Boat Guess you're right about specifics. For
But once I ironed out the kinks and got down to fishing, its a phenomenal boat. As for the wiring I have a big ????? To take wave impacts at these speeds, the boat also has to be built a bit differently from the norm. Let me repeat that NOTHING. I tend to believe you can find 1 in 10 owners of Skeeters, Rangers, Bass Cats, Phoenixs, Stratos, Nitros, etc. Remember to observe all applicable boating laws. Can't wait!!! 50K is a ton of money to not be happy with the boat. 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. At that I went to another Skeeter dealer and got no help because they did not sell the boat. Carry it back to the dealer you purchased it from and have them do a water test. A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. Hardware, Boat Trailer Pasted as rich text. I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. Plenty room on the nose to move around. Only reason I traded it in was for a bigger boat and a faster boat. Covers, Boat Seat Fenders, Boat Trailer ITs sweet. Upload or insert images from URL. & Dock, Anchor Chains & As much as I think Skeeter makes a great boat I disagree on the "loaded" comment, these boats don't even come with batteries. JavaScript is disabled. WebBoat Trader currently has 743 Skeeter boats for sale, including 484 new vessels and 259 used boats listed by both individuals and professional dealers mainly in United States. If this is your first visit, be sure to WebSkeeter Boats Latch Cam Bar Lever Offset Bass Boat Compartment 91050344. ACCOUNT, Find If you hit any sort of wave, the porpoising begins and the only way to stop it is to accelerate briskly. I had my in 65 mpr wind last weekend and was very glad I was in my skeeter. Makes it sound as if many new Skeeters are having issues and I know that's far from the truth. 2000 Skeeter SX166 w/60
Telescopes, Covers and Skeeters are true man made works of art.. It's the best I've ever owned for reliability. The first thing I noticed is how low it sets in the water. Even if it requires contacting HB they should be helping you out. Would like to get some feedback from ZX225 owners on the good, the bad, and the ugly. Never drink and ride. WebCHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 321 W. Prairie View Dr Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715-833-0060 Copyright 2000-2020 BassBoat Central Inc. All rights reserved. low bidder on this..mine came with ruse (small spots) almost everywhere
I train my reps to sell the advantages of our company, product quality, customer service, our attributes and to never talk the competition down. This may better help the fellas here to diagnose your issue. 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. It was the orginal of the zx line - the 250 was a spend off and the fx is nothing but a 250 with modifications- the zx is the main couse of the skeeter line -, The fx is a completely different boat. Ah, the back compartment that holds the batteries, fuel tanks, etc, hasn't ever latched closed for me. Holders, Cabin Accessories & Oars, Wakeboard, Wakesurf & And I will bet you a Hundred dollars they won't call of the demo rides due to High winds Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3, Moritz Chevrolet - 9101 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX - Monte Coon (817) 696-2003. Software, Digital If this is your first visit, be sure to Downs, Couplers, Mounts, Dock, Cabin and Have not had a single problem with it. Tackle Boxes, Fishing Bait & Parts, Wash Down Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. Luckily I saw them while putting my trailer license plate on before I ever put it in the water. Ken A. I actually said that there will always be lemons in any product line. got a 18' skeeter that had the same problem , skeeter are weight sensity had to put a hydro foil on to get it not to porpoise made a big difference 25 Gal. Get the Minn Kota, not the motorguide, that is the only change I would make to my boat. There will always be lemons in any product line. WebI bought my Skeeter WX2190 boat in 2013, the year that the new hull came out. The trailer also blows my tail-light fuse very
Coincidence that several of my friends beautiful Skeeters were sitting on EZ Loader trailers with broken welds and beautiful matching fiberglass fenders falling off the trailer? Hardware, Marine Deals, Electronics Have not found one flaw at all. I just ordered my new zx225 with 225 SHO man am I ready for it. As for the wiring I have a big ????? AN Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. I would suggest buying it with a bigger motor
If the switches do not work then it is probably a blown fuse. I have been to my dealer who can't find any problems and says there must be a problem with the unit plus the unit was wired at the factory and it is their problem. I chose my boat colors directly from the factory. A hose not connected ran water all over the floor when the big motor was running, the livewell drain valves were Hardware, Boat Seats by The boat has a problem porpoising at low speeds. WebRide: Skeeter boats can reach extreme speeds while continuing to be extremely agile. They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. & Rings, Prop Nut Kits & 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. Skeeter has spent a lot of time, money, and resources revamping its quality over the past 3 years. Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. The replacement boat arrived with a broken trailer brake cable and no latch on the glove box lid (single console). 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. You can post now and register later. I have only owned the boat for a short time so I don't know if the switch is supposed to stop half way and only go so far before you have to turn it back the other direction. A company that built good boats,but had lousy management and aren't around anymore is CHAMPION Boats! Re: Skeeter ZX225 - Pros and Cons [ Parts, Inflatable Could you be a bit more specific about your boat? NOT ONE time did anyone say anything negative about any other boat manufacturer. Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. Pros- solid fishing platform.. non better.. fishes real low to the water and no tippy. Great fishing platform and plenty fast. Zincs, Generator Trailer is matched up to bare bones weight. +1 on the backing but turning skeeter is the only boat that will do a 360, they turn quik a fast speed. Prices may vary due to supply, location, freight, etc. Love the platform layout, and the day box. Tubes, Shop I have received no response from them; not even a "We are sorry you are having problems, why don't you try this?". Yes there has been a few times I've had to tighten a screw a few times but I am very anal about making sure everything is tight too. I've fished out of several other brands lately (as I'm looking to upgrade) and really appreciate the stable platform of the Skeeter. Bilge Pump, Tires, Rims, & Hub One of the most surprising aspects of the Skeeters No major issues though. GPS Chartplotter and Fish Finder Combo, Find 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. I've owned many skeeters and have never had any issues at all that weren't normal wear and tear or something caused by me. This may better help the fellas here to diagnose your issue. I ran 4 different Skeeters over the last 10 years. Could you be a bit more specific about your boat? What HP is your engine? Is there a jackplate, etc. This may better help the fellas here to diagno check out the. What jackplate and how much set back do you have? hp. Still with every combination of motor/jack trim the problem exists plus the boat is the slowest to plane that I have experienced and I have owned and run dozens of boats. Start building your future and the future of your generations today Contact her Yes dry storage is an issue. 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