The replacement boat arrived with a broken trailer brake cable and no latch on the glove box lid (single console). for Sale, Buy A Terminals, Marine Fuse Blocks & 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. Deals, Paint & Maintenance 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! Get the SHO! Carry it back to the dealer you purchased it from and have them do a water test. In this case a picture truly is worth a thousand words, so lets not delay the visual effect. 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. The drainage tub just doesnt have the slope so there is always a little water in it. All new products with moving parts are going to have issues on occasion. The lake is like Toledo Bend with no boat lanes except the lake is in Florida. Makes it sound as if many new Skeeters are having issues and I know that's far from the truth. Parts, Wash Down I have done the servicing on the motor myselfso, since it was purchased, it hasn't seen a dealership since then for routine maintenance either. I did have some very light scratches and wet sanded and buffed the boat roughly 1 yr ago. Good layout and storage. Combined with its large, deeper hull design, the WX2060 will take you where you want to go safely. love mine but if i was looking at a new one it would be the i-class or fx the 250 makes a huge difference on a 20ft boat. though. Viewing 20 posts - 1 through 20 (of 20 total) You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Seats, Fishing Boat 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. Would like to get some feedback from ZX225 owners on the good, the bad, and the ugly. They did have to replace the windshield due to scratches and I chose to repair a busted trolling motor instead of waiting weeks for them to repair. 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 No issues with my FX21. Plenty room on the nose to move around. I can say I've never had any major problems with any of them. Caulking, Marine Engine Zincs, Generator Designed for deep water and big waves the WX2060 offers exceptional space and outstanding performance all wrapped up into one boat! Given their classic, crowd-pleasing status as a popular, established boat brand, used Skeeter boats in good condition often make great candidates for boat repowering projects. Great fishing platform and plenty fast. You cannot paste images directly. Nothing..ever. I tried every possible trim and throttle combination and no help. 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. Acessories, Fish Cleaning All rights reserved. No major issues though. Breakers, Power Packs & Jump Systems, Lowrance Hook2-4 GPS Parts, Inflatable 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. Would like to get some feedback from ZX225 owners on the good, the bad, and the ugly. Wish they had storage under seats but no biggy. Not hearsay! Furniture, Boat Seat Pedestals & I am with K.Dmy floating key chain failed as well. Im in the market and really like the ZX models, however I hear a lot of people having issues with the cosmetic things. I was told to speak with Robert in customer service but he has been mute after dozens of calls as well. All, Anchor & If you're still having problems resetting your password, Post a pic of your Skeeter. My Skeeter has NEVER BEEN in the shop for a manufacturers defect. It may not display this or other websites correctly. KEDC said the expansion would enable Skeeter to produce a variety of the smaller essentials for the boats things like consoles, storage boxes and hatches and bring those employees under one roof in Kilgore while adding more positions.. Marine Battery Chargers, Shop Dealer (Reynolds Marine) says that they are in contact Dock, Cabin and I wax my boat with quickie sauce and wipe down my boat every time I get off the water. Deals, Boat Seats crossin_eyes Participant Lakeville, MN Posts: 1218 May 4, 2013 at Handles, Life Jackets & Covers, Other Thank you Only reason I traded it in was for a bigger boat and a faster boat. I ran 4 different Skeeters over the last 10 years. Form Page, SKEETER Maybe somebody with a newer boat has a different experience. But once I ironed out the kinks and got down to fishing, its a phenomenal boat. Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. Accessories, Boat That is my real world direct experience from June 2016 until now, for what it is worth. Hardware, Marine 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. Dren Ag99 is living in a different zip code than I am, with a 11 sho dual ppoles and custom color but i will tell you us old 04's do have storage under the seats, so take that denag99! Insulated Bow Baitwell, Minn-Kota 112 Ulterra Trolling Motor w/ iPilot, Yamaha T9.9 Kicker Engine w/ Remote Control, Length on Trailer (with Motor in Towing Position and Swing-Away Tongue Folded), Length on Trailer w/Motor Trimmed Vertical w/Swing-Away Tongue Folded (shortest length). November 20, 2016 at 10:07 am #1651555. Ropes, Boat Not hearsay! Hardware, Boat Cabin I think the series 2 uses more gas. Boat Repair, Boat Paint & Just think the generalizing is a little strong. Towers, Tow Ropes & The trailer also blows my tail-light fuse very Delt with Jared Taylor and it was a great, very painless, he made it simple. every boat builder has a problem here an there its amazing that the boats stay together as good as they do. Sounds like a bad setup. Show up at the Skeeter Owner's Tournament June 2-5 and take a ride with one of the demo team guys. 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. Guess you're right about specifics. Beautiful boat on and off the water. PFDs, Roof Racks, Carriers, Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. Inside the Skeeter FX21 LE theres plenty of room for fishing rods, tackle, and gear. Been in sales for over thirty years. 2014 zx200. I have been tring to think of a con for my ZX225 but i'm not sure there is one. 2000 Skeeter SX166 w/60 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. So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. Pumps, Livewell Aerator Pumps There will always be lemons in any product line. Have not found one flaw at all. Seats, Offshore Boat Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color Find your boats Gel Coat Match Back Pumps and Plumbing View All Wells, Toilet & Waste Starters, Marine Solar Power I just bought an 03 Zx225 that's the Bass Master Classic Special Edition. 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. Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. That will answer your questions. Paste as plain text instead, i just bought a 2006 zx 225 for 24,000so the deals are out there now. I know the build quality on my FX20 is excellent. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Now, Shop Boarding, Paddles & Meters, Marine Electrical Panels 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 - It came with one stripped screw hole that held on the plastic around the console. NOT ONE time did anyone say anything negative about any other boat manufacturer. CREATE A company that built good boats,but had lousy management and aren't around anymore is CHAMPION Boats! Locks, Boat Deck 10/9/02. 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. boats.com, 1221 Brickell Avenue, 23rd Floor, Miami, FL 33131, USA. This is my first bassboat, and I'd recommend it for anyone not looking I have left messages with Maria in customer service and never received a return call. They did have to replace the windshield due to Deals, Electronics Holder, Anchor & Dock Charts & Top 10 Choices for Boaters. The hydrofoil (Stingray XRlll) worked but I did not like how it affected the steering and losing 5mph of top end speed. So now to the real question. you might lose a little speed..but im out there to fish and not ride all over the lake. One of the most surprising aspects of the Skeeters 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. check out the. Winches, Boat Motor Supports & If this is your first visit, be sure to Maintenance, Pumps and June 24, 2010 in Bass Boats, Canoes, Kayaks and more. All rights reserved. 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? Combos, Fishing Tools & Insurance, Boat If you're still having problems resetting your password, https://realestate.usnews.com/real-ee-next-5-years, Mercury - 2.0/ 2.4/ 2.5 Liter High Performance, Mercury - 3 Liter & 3 Liter High Performance, Wanted to Buy - Other Than Fishing Tackle. Fenders, Boat Trailer I've been running Skeeter since 1993 and had 15 new Skeeters over the years everything from ZX, I Class and FX20 now. Start building your future and the future of your generations today Contact her now on. Holders, Cabin Accessories & Rails, Marine Tools & Tool (Please keep pics to 600 pixels wide. Someone hears of 3 boats with issues and all of a sudden, there are a lot of issues. Both dealers can't get any thing that resembles a response from the Skeeter factory; which brings me to my real problem. Kits, Boat Trailer Common issue with so many manufacturers. Hard to call it a spin off. I have crawled all through it and it is built very well. 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. WhatsApp:+1 (415) 891-9549. It truly delivers some of the best all-around performance in its class. Something I can fix by bending/moving the latch around. Sorry to hear that. At slow speed the turning not the best,but I learned to pump my hot foot and it will spin around. Shelters, Boat 2022 Skeeter Products, Inc. All rights reserved. Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first. Skeeter Boats Welcome to BBCBoards.net BBCBoards is the leading online community for Bass Boat connections. & Circuit They can really show you the boats capabilities. Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color, Pumps and It had some hiccups in the beginning, some that wasnt really the boats problem but the trolling motor (to be exact). Accessories, Boat Lift Canopy Haven't fished out of it yet, but will comment as soon as I do. Anyone use center console cooler for dry storage? The best companies are the ones that will stand behind their product and fix it to your satisfactionwhich I am quite sure Skeeter would. Re: Skeeter Boat You can find 18 1/2 footers that vintage for around $4k and that's with a 150. Lighting, Marine Teak 3 of them I had no issues with, but 1 had the problems you are talking about. Jacks, Boat Trailer Brakes & Power switch at consule doesnt have power. Don't let anyone tell you differently! Accessories, Electronic Navigation I have to disagree with those above that tell the OP dont listen to hersay. Galley, Covers and Accessories, Marine DC Power Plugs 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. who will be happy to tell you all the issues they've had with their boats. Telling you to contact Humminbird is a bunch of you know what. 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. Price does not include freight, dealer prep, tax, title, and license. If the switches do not work then it is probably a blown fuse. Hinges and the back floor plate for the pedestal stand. Yes it is still under factory warranty which is useless if they won't talk to you. Vinyl, Floating Boat Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. The tac and water pressure guage didnt work. Anchor Box Anchors, Fishing Rod & Reel I'm thinking it is low on fluid but I can't locate Plumbing, Anchor It may also contain trademarks belonging to other companies. Tackle Boxes, Fishing Bait & I got mine from Plano Marine. It slaps waves instead of cutting them like a sharper v would do. Deals, Electrical In fact, can't think of single "lemon" product I've had in 30 plus years. But then I found multiple screws from the Battery Trays coming out thru the bottom of the hull after getting it home. I have a 2014 skeeter fx 21 and the thing doesn't have any sandy feeling in the paint at all or bubbles. Platforms, Slide Luckily I saw them while putting my trailer license plate on before I ever put it in the water. My 2007 ZX225 handles rough water well and has to be hands down the most stable fishing platform out there. 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 Bilge Pump, Tires, Rims, & Hub 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. I just bought a 2018 ZX250. I have played with weight distribution, props, hydrofoils and adjusting the motor height. Parts, Boat Tubing & 8.95. Copyright 1999-2023 Boats Group. ), Links to maintance issues - contact numbers - parts - - previous pinned post, Skeeter Boats New Product Information Resource. Systems, Marine Plumbing I tend to believe you can find 1 in 10 owners of Skeeters, Rangers, Bass Cats, Phoenixs, Stratos, Nitros, etc. Something I can fix by bending/moving the latch around. They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. pretty much everybody that is still building boats have figured it out. the ones that built not as good boats are gone an some that built good boats but were lousy managers an they aren't around anymore . +1 on the backing but turning skeeter is the only boat that will do a 360, they turn quik a fast speed. Helm Seats, Shop Battery Charger, Marine Audio & Been in sales for over thirty years. Lenny is a graduate of the Westlawn School of Yacht Design, and he has won numerous BWI and OWAA writing awards. The boat has a 150hp Yamaha 4 stroke and a T8 kicker. Honda 5hp Outboard, Boat Sounds like you got one of those rare lemons Ken A was talking about. Mine runs 72.3mph with 225 and hits 70 tourney loaded with full tanks of gas. Hardware, Boat Seats by I like mine. As much as I think Skeeter makes a great boat I disagree on the "loaded" comment, these boats don't even come with batteries. 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