Hey guys, looking to swap over to an ultrex on my z118. I have a fortrex now with the support arm on the deck. If I get the same shaft length in the ultrex will the support arm rest in the same location?
thx
Hey guys, looking to swap over to an ultrex on my z118. I have a fortrex now with the support arm on the deck. If I get the same shaft length in the ultrex will the support arm rest in the same location?
thx
From what I have learned is that the bolt pattern is the same as I am planning the same swap on my 518 L and from what I have learned is the cover will still fit. If someone knows that the cover won’t fit please inform me Thanks.
2019 Ranger Z 518 L
200 Merc Pro XS 4 Stroke
2016 Chaparral 246 SSI
350 Mercruiser
On new boat # 10
I know the bolt patterns are the same. Just wondering if the bounce buster will land in the same location as the fortrex bounce buster ???
It will if it’s installed in the same place. Actually, I was thinking that a) the bounce buster has to install in the mounting holes on the tm bracket, so it can’t be anywhere else, but b) because there is a slight angle to the bounce buster rod, you’d need to use the same rod length on the new installation to keep it from landing in a spot that is an inch or so different. However, now that I think about it, the Ultrex is supposed to be 3 inches longer than the Fortrex [I don’t have a Fortrex here to measure], so even though it uses the same mounting holes, it might cause the bounce buster to be 3 inches further back. “Might.”
Last edited by jc2bg; 08-03-2020 at 12:39 PM.
John Clark — Findlay, Ohio
John Clark — Findlay, Ohio
If it doesn't hit the same place is that gonna keep you from putting an Ultrex on? Mount that thing and then say, Why haven't I always had one. You'll love it.
Just swapped mine in March on a Z519c. Bounce buster lands on the same spot.
2015 Z519C/Merc 225 Pro XS
If you’re unit angles and aligns inside the gunnel, check into getting a Troll Tamer by TH Marine. It will give your TM a longer life and keep it from bouncing all over the place. My Ultrex use to still bounce a lot with the support arm adjusted as fine as it could be. The Troll Tamer locks it down tight.
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2000 Ranger 518vx Comanche
ultrex stands higher up like maybe 3" taller and its longer i think a 45 is really 48" long,i had to redrill my deck because the ultrex head would hang over the side of boat when flat on deck,i dont want it hanging over edge of the boat,looks bad and easy to hit the head on docks
I just swaped my 45" fortrex out for a 45" Ultrex 3 weeks ago and the bounce assist hit the same spot on the carpet.
2017 Ranger 518 w/ Evinrude 150HO G2
2017 Ranger 518 w/ Evinrude 150HO G2
I went from a Maxxum 70 to an Ultrex 80 on my Tin Ranger and had to move the Ultrex in a bunch so it wouldn't hang over the side like you described!
Moved it over, drilled new holes, filled the old holes with silicone, covered the deck with some Gator Guardz non-slip decking and put the Ultrex on properly.
2016 Ranger RT188 Charcoal Metallic Dual Console
2017 Yamaha 115 VMAX SHO SS Prop
Lowrance Elite 7Ti in console
Humminbird Helix 10 SI on BBT Bow Mount
Humminbird Helix 10 SI on a BalZout @ Console
Minn Kota Ultrex 80 - 24V i-Pilot Link
Transducer Shield Mount
Custom step in place of center seat
Trick Step
Ordered my Ultrex today and getting ready for the install.
2019 Ranger Z 518 L
200 Merc Pro XS 4 Stroke
2016 Chaparral 246 SSI
350 Mercruiser
On new boat # 10
Thanks for the info fellas. Now I have to find one in stock...
Cabelas.
2019 Ranger Z 518 L
200 Merc Pro XS 4 Stroke
2016 Chaparral 246 SSI
350 Mercruiser
On new boat # 10