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. Deals, Pumps & Plumbing Distribution, ProMariner ProNautic The dealer told me that that is typical for any Skeeter. It's the best I've ever owned for reliability. In fact, can't think of single "lemon" product I've had in 30 plus years. The new ZXR19 bass boat is equipped with the lates power and tech to fit right into high-performance, Acessories, Fishing Outriggers & 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. 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. Carry it back to the dealer you purchased it from and have them do a water test. I had my trailer rhino lined. Harware, Marine Nuts, Bolts, & i love it more than my 519 ranger i had. Skeeter Performance Fishing BoatsOne Skeeter Rd, Kilgore Texas 75662. Video, GPS Chartplotters & WebThe exit by DNA resulted in frustrations for the Skeeter i-Class and FX series boat owners, who were forced to become very creative to identify solutions to this problem. Dock, Cabin and BBCBoards is the leading online community for Bass Boat connections. Motors, Fishing Downriggers & You can post now and register later. The butt seat on the front deck sits back enough you don't fill crowed. No issues with my FX21. Reoccuring trailer problems literally kept me from considering one of my favorite boats during my last purchase. Anybody out there have any suggestions how to proceed to at least get a boat that kinda does what was advertised. Clear editor. I have been through the owners manual several times and since I have been an airline pilot for several decades understanding electronics is something I have a pretty good handle on. under it, which I didn't notice until I was under the boat waxing Terminals, Marine Fuse Blocks & NOT ONE time did anyone say anything negative about any other boat manufacturer. I've not heard of any of the things you mentioned. I would suggest buying it with a bigger motor Could you be a bit more specific about your boat? 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. & Live Bait It slaps waves instead of cutting them like a sharper v would do. Fishing Lures, Fishing Rod Holders & No major issues though. Turning going forward is awesome. The wiring hung down and interfered with the hot foot.Nothing is labeled. It has no breaker panel and nothing seems to go to or come from any central point; everywhere you look it is just a mess of wires that hang down from the console and float around in the equipment compartment. But once I ironed out the kinks and got down to fishing, its a phenomenal boat. So don't let someone else opinion stop you from investing on binary option trading. All, Boat Bimini Acessories, Fish Cleaning Storage WebI bought my Skeeter WX2190 boat in 2013, the year that the new hull came out. They did have to replace the windshield due to This is my first bassboat, and I'd recommend it for anyone not looking I had a 2002 SX190 w/Yamaha 150 2 stroke till December of '07 and traded it in for a '07 ZX225 w/Yamaha 225 HPDI. Likes You are using an out of date browser. Your previous content has been restored. Read This Before Posting! Protection, Dock Storage & The oldest model listed is a late classic boat built in 1978 and the newest model year of 2023. Handles, Life Jackets & Would like to get some feedback from ZX225 owners on the good, the bad, and the ugly. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Financing, Iboats Been in sales for over thirty years. Visible Anyone can find this I did have some very light scratches and wet sanded and buffed the boat roughly 1 yr ago. Privacy Statement. Bullet Skimmer, Paint and Copyright 2000-2020 BassBoat Central Inc. All rights reserved. Lighting, Marine Teak Viewing 20 posts - 1 through 20 (of 20 total) You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Anchor Box Anchors, Fishing Rod & Reel The boat has a problem porpoising at low speeds. I think fishability from a skeeter is second to none. 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! 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 If you like radical looks in a bass boat, the Skeeter FX21 LE should get your blood pumping. The boats available here currently from this builder come with outboard, outboard-4S, outboard-2S, inboard and other propulsion systems, available in gas and other fuel systems. The Right Fit, Shop By 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 CREATE Towers, Tow Ropes & Skeeters are true man made works of art.. Smoke As far as the electronics, if they came on the boat it's the dealers responsibility to fix that too. Oh, and I have had zero problems with the trailer, other than a few lights replaced. Then the Dealer that I purchased from completely screwed up getting me my replacement plates and registration. A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. Parts, Sacrificial Anodes & Shelters, Boat Screws, Boat Handles, Pulls, Backward not so much. Yes dry storage is an issue. GPS Chartplotter and Fish Finder Combo, Find it. I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. Is there a jackplate, etc. Ken A. I actually said that there will always be lemons in any product line. Maybe I should just trade it. See your local Skeeter dealer for complete details. Plumbing, Anchor Ken A. I actually said that there will always be lemons in any product line. Wish it has storage under seats. Jacks, Boat Trailer Brakes & 2022 Skeeter Products, Inc. All rights reserved. Unfortunately they have been a quality product sitting on a completely inferior trailer. Nothing..ever. Terminal Deals, Paint & Maintenance The common problems with Skeeter Boats to look out for include the following: Gel Coat Issues. Storage, fishing platform, layout is great. I had my in 65 mpr wind last weekend and was very glad I was in my skeeter. Tackle Boxes, Fishing Bait & Get the SHO! Some of the most iconic Skeeter models right now include: ZXR 21, ZXR 20, FXR21 Limited, 200 Zx and FXR20 Limited. I have played with weight distribution, props, hydrofoils and adjusting the motor height. 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. Seats, Fishing Boat Hard to call it a spin off. Boat, Sell A About ten months ago I bought a new Skeeter 20i from a Skeeter Dealer. Personally i would have allready been camped on their front door wanting some answers. Great fishing platform and plenty fast. Hinges and the back floor plate for the pedestal stand. Skeeter has alway been a quality high end product for many years. As for the wiring I have a big ????? 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. 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. Good to see growth in the industry and the benefit for a small town. Its a sexy boat plain and simple. It had some hiccups in the beginning, some that wasnt really the boats problem but the trolling motor (to be exact). These vessels are frequently favored for popular boating boating pursuits such as freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, day cruising, watersports and overnight cruising. I ran 4 different Skeeters over the last 10 years. The tac and water pressure guage didnt work. Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. Maybe somebody with a newer boat has a different experience. Kits, Boat Trailer Only reason I traded it in was for a bigger boat and a faster boat. Would like to get some feedback from ZX225 owners on the good, the bad, and the ugly. You must log in or register to post here. 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. 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. I'd definitely pitch $2300-2500 out there and see if they bite. 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. 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. I am just not a fan of composite trailers either. 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. Enjoy multi-species mastery with the WX2060. & Dislikes, I think this is a great entry-level boat. There will always be lemons in any product line. I wax my boat with quickie sauce and wipe down my boat every time I get off the water. I have crawled all through it and it is built very well. The lake is like Toledo Bend with no boat lanes except the lake is in Florida. Dress properly with a USCG-approved flotation device and protective gear. Of the boats listed, Skeeter offers familiar boat hull types and designs including modified vee, deep vee, displacement, tunnel and other. Thanks for your help. Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color, Pumps and BBCBoards is the leading online community for Bass Boat connections. Battery Charger, Marine Audio & WebCHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 321 W. Prairie View Dr Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715-833-0060 Plumbing, Fresh Water Boat Guide, 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. Kits, Seadog Stainless Steel Cup Found a few problems with my new Skeeter. I want the zx250 One of these days. We have all seen this on the forums over the years. If its an automatic type, check for 12 volts on the 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 Downs, Couplers, Mounts, Price does not include freight, dealer prep, tax, title, and license. The wiring on the Skeeter is a nightmare. Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. 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