Sealant, & See your local Skeeter dealer for complete details. Acessories, Fish Cleaning Ken A. I actually said that there will always be lemons in any product line. That is my real world direct experience from June 2016 until now, for what it is worth. Virtually every option is a standard feature on the Skeeter FX21 LEincluding a look no other bass boat can match. Deals, Electrical Viewing 20 posts - 1 through 20 (of 20 total) You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Turning going forward is awesome. A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. I have a single console also and it give me more room to move around. They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. Video, GPS Chartplotters & We have all seen this on the forums over the years. Communication, Auto Pilot Jacks, Boat Trailer Brakes & I've crawled around the ZX250 and they seem to be built very well. I guarantee if any of them started down that road, I would have walked out quickly. Love the fact they went to a really great rod strap system, much better cooler, and all machined aluminum bow, dash and trim plates. I saw all this when I bought the boat but assumed it was because it was not rigged. If I'm not mistaken its the most popular model of Skeeters out there. or most common. FYI Original FX Cooler/Glove Box lid if anyone needs them Skeeter 20i with E-TEC 250HP Gen 1 - Transom Question, Skeeter ZXR 21, 2023 leaking compartments. Covers, Boat Seat Good layout and storage. I will tell you my pros and cons here in a couple hours, picking up my 11 zx225 with Sho! ACCOUNT, Find 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. Vinyl, Floating Boat Boat Trader currently has 753 Skeeter boats for sale, including 487 new vessels and 266 used boats listed by both individuals and professional dealers mainly in United States. A hose not connected ran water all over the floor when the big motor was running, the livewell drain valves were Handles, Life Jackets & Parts, Sacrificial Anodes & There are some cheap components on it. Galley, Covers and I train my reps to sell the advantages of our company, product quality, customer service, our attributes and to never talk the competition down. Systems, Lowrance Hook2-4 GPS The wiring hung down and interfered with the hot foot.Nothing is labeled. Mine runs 72.3mph with 225 and hits 70 tourney loaded with full tanks of gas. Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. AN 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. your boats Gel Coat Match, Shop it. I guarantee if any of them started down that road, I would have walked out quickly. Don't listen to hearsay and go find what you want and can afford. & Circuit If you're still having problems resetting your password, Post a pic of your Skeeter. This document contains many of Skeeters valuable trademarks. 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 tend to believe you can find 1 in 10 owners of Skeeters, Rangers, Bass Cats, Phoenixs, Stratos, Nitros, etc. 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. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. Skeeter offered a replacement ZX200 at a discount and included a custom cover and engine cover for free. So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. Let me repeat that NOTHING. Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. & Sonar, Trolling They did have to replace the windshield due to Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. 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). Hinges and the back floor plate for the pedestal stand. 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? The boat runs and handles beautifully at speeds above 40 with no tendency to porpoise. for Sale, Buy A Found a few problems with my new Skeeter. All, Boat Bimini That is my real world direct experience from June 2016 until now, for what it is worth. I've fished out of several other brands lately (as I'm looking to upgrade) and really appreciate the stable platform of the Skeeter. Besides Skeeter already has the most affordable fairly loaded platforms on the market in the ZXR series. boats.com is part of the Boats Group Network. I tried every possible trim and throttle combination and no help. For years that has been the weak link. Skeeter is a well built boat (and has been for decades) with what seems to be a really strong network of dealers. Is there a jackplate, etc. Wish it has storage under seats. You must log in or register to post here. Telling you to contact Humminbird is a bunch of you know what. Protection, Ladders, Steps, & I did have some very light scratches and wet sanded and buffed the boat roughly 1 yr ago. though. The deep gunnels ensure your family and friends will be safe and secure in the cockpit, and spread out in comfort with room to seat up to six people. Yes dry storage is an issue. Bilge Pumps, Shop Software, Digital I have a 2014 skeeter fx 21 and the thing doesn't have any sandy feeling in the paint at all or bubbles. Re: Skeeter ZX225 - Pros and Cons [ 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. Unfortunately they have been a quality product sitting on a completely inferior trailer. Combined with its large, deeper hull design, the WX2060 will take you where you want to go safely. Professionals. 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. under it, which I didn't notice until I was under the boat waxing I have been leaving messages at the Skeeter factory customer service and an individual extension that was given to me by one of the Skeeter dealers. 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 If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Breakers, Power Packs & Jump What HP is your engine? Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? All rights reserved. Guess you're right about specifics. Telescopes, Covers and but are more than ready to tell you how it's all the manufacturers fault. ?. I just got a 09' zx225 with a 200 hpdi, series 2. who will be happy to tell you all the issues they've had with their boats. Skeeter is popular for their Bass, Bay, Center Console, Freshwater Fishing and other among other classes and models. Skeeter is a boat builder in the marine industry that offers boats for sale in a variety of sizes on Boat Trader, with the smallest current boat listed at 17 feet in length, to the longest vessel measuring in at 28 feet, and an average length of 20.99 feet. Thoughts? Screws backing out, carpet glue coming thru, and other "minor things. Thank you My biggest dislike is the trailerseems Skeeter really went with the The best thing to do is find a fishing partner that is ordering a ZX225. Nothing..ever. Holders, Cabin Accessories & I have nothing but excellent reviews to give with regards to my Skeeter. The boat came with a manual jack plate so I tried lowering the motor 1/4 inch at a time about 1 1/2 inches then went back to the factory setting and repeated and reversed the process only going up. So don't let someone else opinion stop you from investing on binary option trading. That will answer your questions. Covers, Other In this case a picture truly is worth a thousand words, so lets not delay the visual effect. Loved every skeeter I have had and ridden in. 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! Helm Seats, Shop No boat is perfect but once your at your fishing spot there isn't anything better than a ZX. Rafts, Paddle Luckily I saw them while putting my trailer license plate on before I ever put it in the water. Lighting, Marine Teak The best companies are the ones that will stand behind their product and fix it to your satisfactionwhich I am quite sure Skeeter would. Bullet Skimmer, Paint and you might lose a little speed..but im out there to fish and not ride all over the lake. Yes it is still under factory warranty which is useless if they won't talk to you. Grills, Boat Drink Someone hears of 3 boats with issues and all of a sudden, there are a lot of issues. Skeeter Boats Welcome to BBCBoards.net BBCBoards is the leading online community for Bass Boat connections. 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. I've not heard of any of the things you mentioned. Loved the boat. I've been running Skeeter since 1993 and had 15 new Skeeters over the years everything from ZX, I Class and FX20 now. I like mine. In fact, can't think of single "lemon" product I've had in 30 plus years. Good to see growth in the industry and the benefit for a small town. 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. I chose my boat colors directly from the factory. Moritz Chevrolet - 9101 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX - Monte Coon (817) 696-2003. Trolling Motors, Shop Battery Charger, Marine Audio & Speeds below about 35 mph and it is impossible to nail an RPM because of the need to change throttle settings so frequently to stop the porpoising when it starts. CREATE Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. Accessories, Marine DC Power Plugs Ive got a zx250 so I figure im qualified.First of all I love it. Seats, Fishing Boat Maybe I should just trade it. All, Anchor & The Right Fit, Shop By 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. Hitches, & Plenty room on the nose to move around. To take wave impacts at these speeds, the boat also has to be built a bit differently from the norm. Oars, Wakeboard, Wakesurf & hp. Skeeter offered a replacement ZX200 at a discount and included a custom cover and engine cover for free. I have left messages with Maria in customer service and never received a return call. every boat builder has a problem here an there its amazing that the boats stay together as good as they do. Pumps, Marine Pump Replacement Makes it sound as if many new Skeeters are having issues and I know that's far from the truth. If you hit any sort of wave, the porpoising begins and the only way to stop it is to accelerate briskly. Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. A company that built good boats,but had lousy management and aren't around anymore is CHAMPION Boats! I think the series 2 uses more gas. I'm currently looking for another ZX225 in the 2007-2009 range. Someone hears of 3 boats with issues and all of a sudden, there are a lot of issues. Visible Anyone can find this Thanks! The butt seat on the front deck sits back enough you don't fill crowed. Delt with Jared Taylor and it was a great, very painless, he made it simple. Rollers, Boat Trailer The hydrofoil (Stingray XRlll) worked but I did not like how it affected the steering and losing 5mph of top end speed. Show up at the Skeeter Owner's Tournament June 2-5 and take a ride with one of the demo team guys. WhatsApp:+1 (415) 891-9549. Fishability A++. Even better than the dozens of cars I've owned. 10/9/02. I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. Form Page, SKEETER But with that said, Im in a Phoenix now and love it. The lake is like Toledo Bend with no boat lanes except the lake is in Florida. Plumbing, Fresh Water Boat Trailer Winches, Shop Boat Repair, Boat Paint & I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. About ten months ago I bought a new Skeeter 20i from a Skeeter Dealer. Privacy Statement. A lot of issues? Personally i would have allready been camped on their front door wanting some answers. Start building your future and the future of your generations today Contact her Anyone use center console cooler for dry storage? My 2007 ZX225 handles rough water well and has to be hands down the most stable fishing platform out there.

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