Hi guys im going to look at a 2005 521vx this week. Ive only owned a smaller nitro. Any goods and bads you can tell me would be appreciated. Being a used boat any things I should specifically be looking for? thanks
Hi guys im going to look at a 2005 521vx this week. Ive only owned a smaller nitro. Any goods and bads you can tell me would be appreciated. Being a used boat any things I should specifically be looking for? thanks
Lots of good info here via search...but most guys would say this is a great hull...do your homework on the motor.
Pimpin' ain't easy, but it's necessary.
What's hanging on the back? If it is the Merc 250 XS, it is a great combo. I would be leary of the 225 Rude, just due to under powered rig. Good luck
I would check all the lids for cracks/delamination. They should feel solid when you stand or walk on them. A cracked lid is not a deal breaker. They can be replaced, but it will usually cost a few hundred dollars.
The seals around the lids will usually start coming apart too. Those are also easily replaced and cheap.
I would take a good, long, look at the bottom. Make sure there are no gouges or big chips in the gelcoat. Minor gelcoat repairs can add up quickly.
The boat is a solid platform. There are no "bads" about the hull. Just make sure everything works, and take note of any minor flaws that you would want to fix.
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Is this it?
This one looks pretty sweet. It's the same color as mine.
The only thing I would be concerned with is the trolling motor. It is a big boat, and it would be a lot better with the 36v/101lb. Minn Kota. I would also make damn sure it has an "extra" ingition key under the dash. Those push button key pads are subject to short out without notice.I like my rocker switches.
Nope thats not the one im looking at, I believe the one im going to look at has a 225 opti on it. I have a mercury now and havent had any major troubles with it so fingers crossed this one wont either. I notice alot of guys changing out the instrument panels on the dash and bow how easy/difficult is this to do or would I just be better off using ram mounts?
RAM mounts are easy to install. The dash/bow panels would require a little more work. You would also have to order the parts. They usually run about $120-$150 each.
Hmmm....a 225hp? That's a little underpowered. If it's a 2003 motor, then there won't be any warranty left. Here's what I would do. Send your flywheel and ECU to Eric Simon (http://www.simonmotorsports.com/). When you get it put back together, it will run like a 250 ProXs.
You will love it ,I have the same year and had a 225 opti on it but recently upgraded to 250 pro XS,the 225 ran about 68 with 24 fury but awsome rig
521 vs 250 pro XS
nice boats guys. I know what NADA says but what should the boat be worth? no major electronics around 500hrs on the motor
no more than 23 from what ive been seeing
2009 Z520/250hp Verado
Just to give you some idea of the price range, I've just been offered 30 for mine with only 40 hrs. on engine. I have till Friday to accept or decline, not sure if I want to sell yet.
2015 Ranger Z119c / 2015 Merc 225 Pro XS
This looks like a post from 2012 how did yall drag it into 2014
521 vs 250 pro XS
Must be he's still looking at it....Originally Posted by beav521
This looks like a post from 2012 how did yall drag it into 2014
John Clark — Findlay, Ohio
Wow good catch. I didn't notice the date. Feel foolishThis looks like a post from 2012 how did yall drag it into 2014
2015 Ranger Z119c / 2015 Merc 225 Pro XS
wowo, talk about brining this one from way back!!
Well good news was I did buy it way back then! she looks a lot different now
did you post pics ?
521 vs 250 pro XS
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SO... Ill post the question whats it worth now with a set of talons a pair of 998s and a new 101 fortrex
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