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. Protection, Ladders, Steps, & See your local Skeeter dealer for complete details. Lighting, Marine Teak 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. In fact, can't think of single "lemon" product I've had in 30 plus years. Have not found one flaw at all. Accessories, Pontoon Bimini NOT ONE time did anyone say anything negative about any other boat manufacturer. 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. The boat runs and handles beautifully at speeds above 40 with no tendency to porpoise. I know the build quality on my FX20 is excellent. Thanks for your help. 50K is a ton of money to not be happy with the boat. Then the Dealer that I purchased from completely screwed up getting me my replacement plates and registration. Virtually every option is a standard feature on the Skeeter FX21 LEincluding a look no other bass boat can match. check out the. To take wave impacts at these speeds, the boat also has to be built a bit differently from the norm. I tend to believe you can find 1 in 10 owners of Skeeters, Rangers, Bass Cats, Phoenixs, Stratos, Nitros, etc. Get the SHO! Some of the most iconic Skeeter models right now include: ZXR 21, ZXR 20, FXR21 Limited, 200 Zx and FXR20 Limited. It came with one stripped screw hole that held on the plastic around the console. frequently. I can say I've never had any major problems with any of them. If you like radical looks in a bass boat, the Skeeter FX21 LE should get your blood pumping. Tops, Other Copyright 2000-2020 BassBoat Central Inc. All rights reserved. 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. 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! Biminis, View Parts, Inflatable check out the. I've crawled around the ZX250 and they seem to be built very well. GPS Chartplotter and Fish Finder Combo, Find There will always be lemons in any product line. Beautiful boat on and off the water. If they work and it is just the light, check the ground as each of those switches are ground to your dash ground in order to light up. with the manufacturer, but response is VERY slow. Good layout and storage. Anchor Box Anchors, Fishing Rod & Reel low bidder on this..mine came with ruse (small spots) almost everywhere Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. 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. So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. If I ever decide to get a new boat it will be a ZX225. Then the Dealer that I purchased from Parts Dept was a joke. Marine Battery Chargers, Shop Skeeter boats for sale on Boat Trader are available for a range of prices, valued from $10,124 on the bargain side of the spectrum all the way up to $119,980 for the higher-end boats. 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. Actual prices are set by the dealer. Wish I had a SHO on there. Shop Found a few problems with my new Skeeter. I've not heard of any of the things you mentioned. For years that has been the weak link. Combined with its large, deeper hull design, the WX2060 will take you where you want to go safely. I have to disagree with those above that tell the OP dont listen to hersay. 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? & Dock, Anchor Chains & PLEASE READ before posting in this section! I've fished out of several other brands lately (as I'm looking to upgrade) and really appreciate the stable platform of the Skeeter. I have a dual console and glad I do. Trailer is matched up to bare bones weight. Outboards, Shop This may better help the fellas here to diagnose your issue. All minor stuff. No major issues though. So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. & Display as a link instead, If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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. Insurance, Boat As far as the electronics, if they came on the boat it's the dealers responsibility to fix that too. Sockets, Marine Electrical Copyright 1999-2023 Boats Group. Viewing 20 posts - 1 through 20 (of 20 total) You must be logged in to reply to this topic. but are more than ready to tell you how it's all the manufacturers fault. A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. 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. Lenny is a graduate of the Westlawn School of Yacht Design, and he has won numerous BWI and OWAA writing awards. I guarantee if any of them started down that road, I would have walked out quickly. Parts, Rule 1500 GPH Automatic Skeeter is popular for their Bass, Bay, Center Console, Freshwater Fishing and other among other classes and models. Starters, Marine Solar Power **Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). If this is your first visit, be sure to Add a few years of added water weight, gear, full tank of gass.and Ken - MA 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. I am with K.Dmy floating key chain failed as well. 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. PFDs, Roof Racks, Carriers, All rights reserved. Just think the generalizing is a little strong. Harware, Marine Nuts, Bolts, & Rollers, Boat Trailer Motors, Fishing Downriggers & I was told to speak with Robert in customer service but he has been mute after dozens of calls as well. 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. 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. 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 - Not a single complaint here. I had my in 65 mpr wind last weekend and was very glad I was in my skeeter. Nothing..ever. I tend to believe you can find 1 in 10 owners of Skeeters, Rangers, Bass Cats, Phoenixs, Stratos, Nitros, etc. One of the most surprising aspects of the Skeeters Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. WebRide: Skeeter boats can reach extreme speeds while continuing to be extremely agile. Unfortunately they have been a quality product sitting on a completely inferior trailer. I have crawled all through it and it is built very well. Heck it's probably my fault from rigging my own boats and not giving them the proper tightness. At slow speed the turning not the best,but I learned to pump my hot foot and it will spin around. I ran 4 different Skeeters over the last 10 years. Email:Khloegregory67@gmail.com. Of the boats listed, Skeeter offers familiar boat hull types and designs including modified vee, deep vee, displacement, tunnel and other. The first thing I noticed is how low it sets in the water. you might lose a little speed..but im out there to fish and not ride all over the lake. The wiring on the Skeeter is a nightmare. Kits, Seadog Stainless Steel Cup Bilge Pumps, Shop They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. Accessories, Marine Electrical Guess you're right about specifics. 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. Hardware, Boat Seats by This is my first bassboat, and I'd recommend it for anyone not looking Posted February 18, 2009. That is my real world direct experience from June 2016 until now, for what it is worth. Start building your future and the future of your generations today Contact her now on. Deals, Dealer Privacy Statement. If I'm not mistaken its the most popular model of Skeeters out there. or most common. Then the Dealer that I purchased from completely screwed up getting me my replacement plates and registration. As for the wiring I have a big ????? The replacement boat arrived with a broken trailer brake cable and no latch on the glove box lid (single console). Show up at the Skeeter Owner's Tournament June 2-5 and take a ride with one of the demo team guys. Deals, Electrical A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. Covers, Boat Wiring & Re: skeeter boat electrical problem Check for a circuit breaker at the battery. As a result if you have trouble with a listing and require a refund please email refunds@verticalscope.com and include your transaction number, this will get your refund issued in priority sequence. Fenders, Boat Trailer Only reason I traded it in was for a bigger boat and a faster boat. Bought it in December of 2016 and have had zero problems with it. Also the bow bait well doesnt drain week when on the trailer. Accessories, Boat Paste as plain text instead, 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. My Skeeter has NEVER BEEN in the shop for a manufacturers defect. I want the zx250 One of these days. I'd definitely pitch $2300-2500 out there and see if they bite. 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. 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. Guide, Boat Supplies, Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, Hardware, Marine I am just not a fan of composite trailers either. I would suggest buying it with a bigger motor Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first. Wells, Toilet & Waste Covers, Other What jackplate and how much set back do you have? Pumps, Marine Pump Replacement 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 Enjoy multi-species mastery with the WX2060. Common issue with so many manufacturers. When you turn the side bites down in the water and you can slide the butt around runnin over 60. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 10/9/02. ?. For I have been tring to think of a con for my ZX225 but i'm not sure there is one. Ive got a zx250 so I figure im qualified.First of all I love it. Storage Don't let anyone tell you differently! Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. These vessels are frequently favored for popular boating boating pursuits such as freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, day cruising, watersports and overnight cruising. Loved the SX190, great boat had no problems at all with it or the motor. 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. Terminal I decided to try a hydraulic jack plate and had the Skeeter dealer install one, and yes it does have the wedges. flyboy Its impressive that these boats can have such stability and agile handling, let alone while I could run around 61-62 mph (GPS) Not sure how many are in the poster's sampling. They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. What HP is your engine? The boat has a problem porpoising at low speeds. Marble, Engine Any references to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement. 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 NOT ONE time did anyone say anything negative about any other boat manufacturer. I guarantee if any of them started down that road, I would have walked out quickly. Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. So now to the real question. A site for Skeeter boat owners to discuss Skeeter topics! Seats, Offshore Boat I had my trailer rhino lined. I just ordered my new zx225 with 225 SHO man am I ready for it. You can post now and register later. I have the Yamaha 250 by the way with the factory prop. & Rings, Prop Nut Kits & Boats may be shown with optional equipment. & Live Bait Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. Racks, Fish Finders, Sounders Platforms, Slide Hull and top cap are different. Kits, Boat Trailer Tackle Boxes, Fishing Bait & Boat, Sell A Wish they had storage under seats but no biggy. Switches, Shore Power & AC I tried every possible trim and throttle combination and no help. June 24, 2010 in Bass Boats, Canoes, Kayaks and more. I think fishability from a skeeter is second to none. 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. We have all seen this on the forums over the years. Acessories, Fishing Outriggers & Never drink and ride. It's the best I've ever owned for reliability. You should really consider the ZX models! I'm considering moving to a bigger boat and looking at a new ZX225 with the 225 SHO. crossin_eyes Participant Lakeville, MN Posts: 1218 May 4, 2013 at Even better than the dozens of cars I've owned. Distribution, ProMariner ProNautic The boat has a 150hp Yamaha 4 stroke and a T8 kicker. Cushions, Lexington Helm Seats, Shop About Us|Skeeter Gear|Skeeter Buzz|Career Opportunities|Safe Boating|Dealer Login|Your Privacy Choices|Privacy Policy|Accessibility|. Definitely will not go wrong with the zx 225. I love the boat but not the motor. This may better help the fellas here to diagnose your issue. Mine runs 72.3mph with 225 and hits 70 tourney loaded with full tanks of gas. Tubes, Shop Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. Not hearsay! Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color Find your boats Gel Coat Match Back Pumps and Plumbing View All (903) 984-0541. Screws backing out, carpet glue coming thru, and other "minor things. Is there a jackplate, etc. 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 you may be power trim up to much when it start power trim down a little. Love the platform layout, and the day box. I've been running Skeeter since 1993 and had 15 new Skeeters over the years everything from ZX, I Class and FX20 now. Your link has been automatically embedded. who will be happy to tell you all the issues they've had with their boats. 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 . I say minor, and maybe this is common to all new boats but when you pay 50-60,000 dollars for a boat you expect more. I did have some very light scratches and wet sanded and buffed the boat roughly 1 yr ago. Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? Covers, Boat Cover 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. I just bought a 2018 ZX250. I chose my boat colors directly from the factory. A company that built good boats,but had lousy management and aren't around anymore is CHAMPION Boats! 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. Its typically sales guys or even pro staff saying things about competitors that gets to floating around. Ski, Wakeboard Other than that I can't complain. Boat Repair, Boat Paint & 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. Delt with Jared Taylor and it was a great, very painless, he made it simple. Tops, Bimini Top So don't let someone else opinion stop you from investing on binary option trading. & Thanks! 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. Lights, Boat Trailer Just think the generalizing is a little strong. Ive got the zx200 and its sweet toojust not as big dangit! I will tell you my pros and cons here in a couple hours, picking up my 11 zx225 with Sho! Now, Shop Pros- solid fishing platform.. non better.. fishes real low to the water and no tippy. Deals, Pumps & Plumbing to spend much. Fishability A++. It may not display this or other websites correctly. 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. 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 Yes dry storage is an issue. In fact, can't think of single "lemon" product I've had in 30 plus years. Dress properly with a USCG-approved flotation device and protective gear. I just got a 09' zx225 with a 200 hpdi, series 2. Plumbing, Fresh Water Boat Skeeter offered a replacement ZX200 at a discount and included a custom cover and engine cover for free. A hose not connected ran water all over the floor when the big motor was running, the livewell drain valves were Pasted as rich text. Don't listen to hearsay and go find what you want and can afford. 2014 zx200. Maybe I should just trade it. Upload or insert images from URL. who will be happy to tell you all the issues they've had with their boats. Copyright 2019 IBOATS. Loved the boat. WhatsApp:+1 (415) 891-9549. Plumbing, Anchor 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 Storage is great, have no complaints, I have more than enough room. Vinyl, Floating Boat I have nothing but excellent reviews to give with regards to my Skeeter. Locks, Boat Deck This document contains many of Skeeters valuable trademarks. Professionals. Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? It had some hiccups in the beginning, some that wasnt really the boats problem but the trolling motor (to be exact). 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