If this is your first visit, be sure to Guess you're right about specifics. I have run boats of many types for many years and tried not to waste time explaining the obvious things you wou I can say I've never had any major problems with any of them. 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. Not sure how many are in the poster's sampling. crossin_eyes Participant Lakeville, MN Posts: 1218 May 4, 2013 at Accessories, Marine Electrical 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. WhatsApp:+1 (415) 891-9549. Distribution, ProMariner ProNautic A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. Downs, Couplers, Mounts, 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. Systems, Lowrance Hook2-4 GPS Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color Find your boats Gel Coat Match Back Pumps and Plumbing View All The drainage tub just doesnt have the slope so there is always a little water in it. Fishing Lures, Fishing Rod Holders & Skeeter Performance Fishing BoatsOne Skeeter Rd, Kilgore Texas 75662. Had a Legend and had to step on my rod when having the butt seat in. I could run around 61-62 mph (GPS) Get the SHO! 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. I have received no response from them; not even a "We are sorry you are having problems, why don't you try this?". Re: skeeter boat electrical problem Check for a circuit breaker at the battery. +1 on the backing but turning skeeter is the only boat that will do a 360, they turn quik a fast speed. 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. 25 Gal. Maybe someone out there will have some ideas on this. 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. The Right Fit, Shop By A company that built good boats,but had lousy management and aren't around anymore is CHAMPION Boats! What HP is your engine? Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. If you're still having problems resetting your password, Post a pic of your Skeeter. What HP is your engine? I am just not a fan of composite trailers either. Blocks, Marine Screws backing out, carpet glue coming thru, and other "minor things. I have a dual console and glad I do. Price does not include freight, dealer prep, tax, title, and license. So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. Owners List| Likes/Dislikes If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Sounds like a bad setup. This document contains many of Skeeters valuable trademarks. 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. Huntin' Ducks, Chasin' Pheasant, Catching Fish. Boat, Sell A Turning going forward is awesome. So now to the real question. Communication, Auto Pilot Trailer is matched up to bare bones weight. We have all seen this on the forums over the years. I just got a 09' zx225 with a 200 hpdi, series 2. Viewing 20 posts - 1 through 20 (of 20 total) You must be logged in to reply to this topic. 2022 Skeeter Products, Inc. All rights reserved. Covers, Boat Seat Higher performance models now listed come rigged with motors up to 548 horsepower, while smaller more functional models may have as low as 90 horsepower engines (although the average engine size is 250 HP). When you move up to a 20' fishing boat, you expect more of everything, and the WX2060 delivers. In this case a picture truly is worth a thousand words, so lets not delay the visual effect. Dollies, SportsStuff Great Big Display as a link instead, I am with K.Dmy floating key chain failed as well. Something I can fix by bending/moving the latch around. Rafts, Paddle When you turn the side bites down in the water and you can slide the butt around runnin over 60. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. The lake is like Toledo Bend with no boat lanes except the lake is in Florida. So don't let someone else opinion stop you from investing on binary option trading. I just bought a 2018 ZX250. I did have some very light scratches and wet sanded and buffed the boat roughly 1 yr ago. 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. November 20, 2016 at 10:07 am #1651555. Wish it has storage under seats. Of the thousands of any boat model sold each year, 3 with issues doesn't equal "a lot" in my opinion. 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. Oars, Wakeboard, Wakesurf & They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. WebCHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 321 W. Prairie View Dr Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715-833-0060 GPS Chartplotter and Fish Finder Combo, Find Combos, Fishing Tools & 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. Fasteners, Boat Windshield WebRide: Skeeter boats can reach extreme speeds while continuing to be extremely agile. I think fishability from a skeeter is second to none. Trailer Winches, Shop Not a single complaint here. 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. Loved the SX190, great boat had no problems at all with it or the motor. Only reason I traded it in was for a bigger boat and a faster boat. Thanks! Caulking, Marine Engine the size it has adequate storage, handles well and looks good. For years that has been the weak link. Location Richlands,VA. For years that has been the weak link. 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! Protection, Ladders, Steps, & Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame. 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. Products, Carbon Monoxide & Combined with its large, deeper hull design, the WX2060 will take you where you want to go safely. 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. I just ordered my new zx225 with 225 SHO man am I ready for it. Deals, Electrical & Sonar, Trolling Just think the generalizing is a little strong. It's the best I've ever owned for reliability. 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.. Saying there are "a lot" of issues is relative. But then I found multiple screws from the Battery Trays coming out thru the bottom of the hull after getting it home. Prices may vary due to supply, location, freight, etc. Humminbird has been great about the problem and has worked with me on the water several times, but with no results. About ten months ago I bought a new Skeeter 20i from a Skeeter Dealer. ACCOUNT, Find Rails, Marine Tools & Tool Marble, Engine Maintenance, Boat Cleaners & Copyright 1999-2023 Boats Group. I love the boat but not the motor. A site for Skeeter boat owners to discuss Skeeter topics! Switches, Shore Power & AC If the switches do not work then it is probably a blown fuse. It had some hiccups in the beginning, some that wasnt really the boats problem but the trolling motor (to be exact). Holder, Anchor & Dock I decided to try a hydraulic jack plate and had the Skeeter dealer install one, and yes it does have the wedges. 50K is a ton of money to not be happy with the boat. AN Insulated stern Livewell/ 9 Gal. Deals, Camping & RV So now I have finally found another dealer to work with for Parts and Warranty and to purchase my next boat from. I am with K.Dmy floating key chain failed as well. Hitches, & As for the wiring I have a big ????? Honda 5hp Outboard, Boat PLEASE READ before posting in this section! Towers, Tow Ropes & 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. I have been tring to think of a con for my ZX225 but i'm not sure there is one. I have a single console also and it give me more room to move around. The boat runs and handles beautifully at speeds above 40 with no tendency to porpoise. 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). High Back Reclining Helm Seat, Cabin and Bilge Pumps, Shop Thoughts? Deals, Boat Seats I've not heard of any of the things you mentioned. Allows you to choose the data by which the thread list will be sorted. Trolling Motors, Shop Thank you Another problem is I have a Humminbird depth finder with side imaging which does not paint any structure. Telescopes, Covers and Seats, Pontoon Boat Seats & But I would own another FX 21. Rollers, Boat Trailer Hardware, Boat Fishability A++. Delt with Jared Taylor and it was a great, very painless, he made it simple. Covers, Boat Wiring & After I took off the HDS 7 at the Console to install an HDS 12 I saw major shortcuts on wire routing inside the Console where it will result in rubbing and possible shorting out in the future. Your previous content has been restored. You cannot paste images directly. Skeeter has alway been a quality high end product for many years. I'm currently looking for another ZX225 in the 2007-2009 range. 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. Loved every skeeter I have had and ridden in. Accessories, Big Jon If you hit any sort of wave, the porpoising begins and the only way to stop it is to accelerate briskly. You can post now and register later. Galley, Barbeque Covers, Boat Cover 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. There will always be lemons in any product line. June 24, 2010 in Bass Boats, Canoes, Kayaks and more. Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, http://boatingindustry.com/top-stories/2ation-strategy/, 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. The boat has a 150hp Yamaha 4 stroke and a T8 kicker. 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. There will always be lemons in any product line. Ive got the zx200 and its sweet toojust not as big dangit! Lighting, Marine Teak Read This Before Posting! Accessories, Boat Lift Canopy to spend much. boats.com, 1221 Brickell Avenue, 23rd Floor, Miami, FL 33131, USA. I tried every possible trim and throttle combination and no help. Makes it sound as if many new Skeeters are having issues and I know that's far from the truth. If I ever decide to get a new boat it will be a ZX225. 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 Just think the generalizing is a little strong. 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? 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. 1982 Skeeter SS-1 Sport Fisherman with Jack plate setup? Video, GPS Chartplotters & Category, View Handles, Life Jackets & Meters, Marine Electrical Panels They have been great but again Skeeter has screwed up multiple times sending incorrect parts. 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. Tops, Other ZX is a sweet platform. No issues with my FX21. it. It slaps waves instead of cutting them like a sharper v would do. Skeeter offered a replacement ZX200 at a discount and included a custom cover and engine cover for free. I don't think you will be disappointed with a new Skeeter. Your link has been automatically embedded. I chose my boat colors directly from the factory. with the manufacturer, but response is VERY slow. The wiring on the Skeeter is a nightmare. Boat was built solid on the outside, but it was like it was falling apart on the inside. 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. No major issues though. Let me repeat that NOTHING. Could you be a bit more specific about your boat? Covers, Boat Shrink Wrap I was told to speak with Robert in customer service but he has been mute after dozens of calls as well. I've crawled around the ZX250 and they seem to be built very well. 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 have nothing but excellent reviews to give with regards to my Skeeter. Accessories, Electronic Navigation 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! I train my reps to sell the advantages of our company, product quality, customer service, our attributes and to never talk the competition down. It's the best I've ever owned for reliability. This may better help the fellas here to diagnose your issue. Both dealers can't get any thing that resembles a response from the Skeeter factory; which brings me to my real problem. I've been running Skeeter since 1993 and had 15 new Skeeters over the years everything from ZX, I Class and FX20 now. I fish a lake with lots of standing timber and racing around the lake at high speeds is, wellstupid. under it, which I didn't notice until I was under the boat waxing I wax my boat with quickie sauce and wipe down my boat every time I get off the water. If this is your first visit, be sure to Accessories, Pontoon Bimini A little sanding a little polishing a little silicone all was good. Savers, Boat Trailer Guides & Maintenance, Fiberglass & Epoxy Been in sales for over thirty years. Charts & Parts, Sacrificial Anodes & Copyright 2000-2020 BassBoat Central Inc. All rights reserved. Designed for deep water and big waves the WX2060 offers exceptional space and outstanding performance all wrapped up into one boat! WebSkeeter cheaped out by going with EZLoader. Start building your future and the future of your generations today Contact her Wish they had storage under seats but no biggy. 2014 zx200. Would like to get some feedback from ZX225 owners on the good, the bad, and the ugly. It came with one stripped screw hole that held on the plastic around the console. Skeeter Boats Welcome to BBCBoards.net BBCBoards is the leading online community for Bass Boat connections. Supplies, Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, Posted February 18, 2009. & Circuit Grills, Boat Drink I had a girl friend in high school that owned a skeeter metro, might shoulda kept her around, just sayn. Someone hears of 3 boats with issues and all of a sudden, there are a lot of issues. 3 of them I had no issues with, but 1 had the problems you are talking about. & Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. All, Boat Bimini Helm Seats, Shop Seats, Fishing Boat Ken - MA Besides Skeeter already has the most affordable fairly loaded platforms on the market in the ZXR series. Are you still under factory or dealer warranty? Re: Skeeter ZX225 - Pros and Cons [ 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. No major issues though. Pros- solid fishing platform.. non better.. fishes real low to the water and no tippy. Its impressive that these boats can have such stability and agile handling, let alone while 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. So don't let someone else opinion stop you from investing on binary option trading. 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. 10/9/02. Skeeter is popular for their Bass, Bay, Center Console, Freshwater Fishing and other among other classes and models. ITs sweet. The replacement boat arrived with a broken trailer brake cable and no latch on the glove box lid (single console). It may not display this or other websites correctly. Terminal flyboy 50K is a ton of money to not be happy with the boat. Luckily I saw them while putting my trailer license plate on before I ever put it in the water. 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