Hello. I’m looking for feedback for those that went with the 18” raptis tire/fender upgrade on your trailer. It sure looks nice but how is the towing experience? I was originally looking at the standard steel fender/ smaller tire. I plan to keep this next boat for several years. Thanks
I've had no towing issues, tows as good as any other boat I have towed.
2017 Nitro Z21
2017 250 Pro XS T2 (SN 2B401909)
Bravo 1XS 26P
BMS 12" Action Jack
Ultrex 112# - Solix 12 - 12' Talons
Club: lunkersunlimited.net
Love my fiberglass fenders.
Craig
USMC Retired
2019 Nitro Z18 w/Dual Consoles
2019 Mercury 175 Pro XS
Psalm 29:3 The voice of the Lord is upon the waters: the God of glory thundereth: the Lord is upon many waters.
I know two different people who had to replace a fiberglass fender because a blown-out tire ripped apart the fender. I believe they said it was around $800 to replace the fender. I've seen some mangled steel fenders also but at least you can bend/hammer them back into shape and keep driving if you need to.
Chris
2020 Nitro Z19 Pro w/ 200 ProXS
My experience.
Lost a tire on ski boat, no real damage to steel fender. Son lost a tire on trailer with fiber glass fenders, while not totally destroyed, a lot of fiberglass work required to repair.
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