They can all crack. I have been in all the brand owner groups on facebook for a while just to see how they compared to what I have (198p). My hull cracked and I was back on the water in a week. It's...
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They can all crack. I have been in all the brand owner groups on facebook for a while just to see how they compared to what I have (198p). My hull cracked and I was back on the water in a week. It's...
I believe that Vexus also makes their own trailers. If I was buying a tin boat right now it would either be them or xpress. I really like the xpress boats with the sea deck. They are a little more...
Ranger is not on Ranger Trail trailers anymore. My older one is but the newer ones are something else. I just know they switched them up because my dealer told me. I'm not saying they are bad just...
Don't want to sidetrack this conversation but I believe that dixie just picked up another boat brand to sell. I forget who it is. So I would be shocked to see them going away anytime soon. You are...
I deal with Knox Marine which is a drive for you but my buddy uses Dixie Marine and loves them. My Ranger is originally from there. Still has their logo on the back.
I've seen it done but I don't think it looks comfortable. You have to move the fuse box as well. I'm not sure why Ranger moved it there. It's a dumb place for it. On my 17 I took the carpet inserts...
Looks good! I need to do this. I have the third seat and tired of stepping on the backrest when it's flipped down. Over time it's just going to tear it up and look terrible.
Can you post results? I don't see them on tbx website. Thanks
I would just upgrade to a 4 blade if you haven't already. I forget the prop I had on my 60 hp Merc. But the 4 blade was amazing hole shot and I really didn't lose much speed on the top end. Like 1 or...
I've seen a lot of guys with RT boats say the jackplate did not improve ride or performance. Some even lost mph. I personally do not have a jack plate because of the negative stuff I have seem on...
Crazy how this year has played out. Wanted to upgrade my boat and get something bigger. Now I am watching how many times I go out to keep it in the budget. It is slowing down the number of tourneys I...
Nothing about Vexus is "affordable" imo. They make a premium fishing product. Even in their tin boats. You are paying for the extras here and there in every boat that they make. So even if they bring...
I've never had a boat not come with a nav light up front. If you are looking for alternatives, they make some that go in your rub rail. Technically they are illegal because the visibility isn't the...
I have a couple small spots from the previous owner, and it doesn't hurt a thing. One plus of owning a tin boat. I will say the plunger trick as long as it is clean, and your surface is clean will...
Nice boat. That is the exact color combo I am ordering if I decide to order me a new boat. I can't decide if I want the z518 that fits in the garage or a z520 that sits out in the driveway lol
Awesome looking boat
21 footers used to only be 50k? lol You don't get anything with a new Ranger today? I figured you at least got a hat or sticker.
And I second missing Ranger Wear. Luckily, I ordered a bunch of...
Let's be honest, what brand boat has not taken steps lately to release a less quality product in the price point most of us are looking? Makes me mad. Especially buying aluminum. I just want a boat...
I am in the same dilemma as you. I would love to trade my 198p in for something everyone can get in at the same time. Idk though. I have got into these on the show room floor, and I don't think I...
I would run a bbt mount up front for 2 graphs if I ever add live sonar to my boat again. I had it on my last boat and didn't find myself using it that much. But the bbt mounts are well made. I have...
Luckily I caught it before anything major. The keel had a tiny crack in the weld on the driver side. They rewelded the keel. My dealer also installed these "braces" 3 of them to be exact where the...
Listen Kevin Vandam has one. That's all that needs to be said LOL
My next boat will be a Nitro if I go back fiberglass. They are so much cheaper. Especially if you get a pro version. What is...
I would keep it. What I am doing. My motor has until the end of this year I believe similar to you. But I am always looking at boats just cause. Ever since my hull cracked on my 198p I feel like it's...
Looks good!
I thought the z175 wasn't around for 2022 as well? I haven't seen any of them anywhere. Just 2021's. The z185 isn't really any cheaper than a z518. Seems silly to have both. But I am probably missing...