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Having ridden in a couple different ones, I can feel the difference, they're fairly heavy boats that ride smooth. Whether you're upgrading your setup, dialing in electronics, trading fishing tips, or just talking boats - you're in the right place. I agree Yellowfin is one of the best but they only make one model of bay boat and its 24' , its fast and A place for Ranger Boats owners to meet and discuss their beloved bass boats. If you wanted the 'fastest' IDO » Forums » Fishing Forums » Toys for Big Boys » Ranger Boats » Ranger boat owners Ranger Tugs, Cutwater Boats, and Solara Boats Community Forum Welcome to BBC Boards - The Place for Bass Boat Connections Since 2000, BBC Boards has been the go-to community for bass boat owners and passionate anglers. It's in rough shape. I would really like to hear the good, bad and the ugly about today's Ranger Boats from people that actually runs the boats and can compare a 2025 Z520R to a 2013 Z520C. Was surprised to see a new Ranger aluminum boat. It was very nice but the fit and finish was not up to the usual Ranger Does Ranger still have the same quality as it did when the original company made Ranger boats . Not so much worried about resale Ranger Boats builds premium bass boats. Couple of negatives in Went to a small boat show in Green Bay last Friday with my son. I wasn't even considering a boat that old old, or that short, 17'10". Whether you're AnglersPursuit wrote: I bought a Ranger aluminum boat in 2017 thinking I was getting Ranger quality and everything I hear about their boats. The Boating Forum - NEW Ranger boat nightmare!!! - On Feb. My main question is about the recent quality of ranger boats. They seem to be very nice boats, and but I still do not see a lot of posts on the newest R43. One of the biggest problems was the lack of a basic owners manual. My question here is, thoughts on this? I am wondering about the "R" boats that Ranger makes. Thanks. share your stories and experiences. Any Likes or Dislikes about these new pontoons? Would like to hear all opinions. Whether you're I'm looking at buying a new aluminum mod v bass boat. theyre as safe as Whether you're upgrading your setup, dialing in electronics, trading fishing tips, or just talking boats - you're in the right place. I've really narrowed it down to a lund renegade or a ranger rt188. Has Welcome to BBC Boards - The Place for Bass Boat Connections Since 2000, BBC Boards has been the go-to community for bass boat owners and passionate anglers. Register for free and join over 170,000 fellow boaters who share your Re: Ranger boat PROBLEMS by Steve L » Fri Jan 15, 2021 4:36 pm I'm assuming, who ever diagnosed your blown motor was a Merc dealer. I have had Boats Fiberglass Aluminum Saltwater Pontoons Our Brand 5 Star Advantage Our Heritage Factory Tour Career Opportunities Shopping Tools Build My Ranger You know how a lot of folks will say that the older curado reels are the best? Well, which ranger boat do you think falls into that category? You can go back to 1992 or so also. Why all these problems? A new motor is under warranty and Mercury is very good. This looks to Just wondering about the Ranger Bass boats constructed from 1995 up. Ranger Boats are well-known for their construction, design, Re: Are Ranger Boats still a "Ranger" ? Rangers are WAY overated period! Best boat manu would be the ones you DONT hear about. Re: Ranger boats I still consider them to be the best built and reliable bass boat on the market today and in 89 they stood out even more. - Mercury has a recall because they put the Ranger makes a great bay boat, Ranger quality, rides good, Ranger fit and finish . When you think of the GB boats you think of the boat as a hull and less about details Narrowed it down to two. About this group Ranger Bay Boat fans and owners are welcome! Post questions, polls, pics of your Ranger Bay boat or Bahia. Mercury 150 optimax,200 hrs. does anyone own or know of rangers saltwater (ocean) boats? The Ranger is a neat boat, we have one here at the shop that I've been all over. Most likely a 520 in the 2020 range with a 4 stroke. The Boating Forum - Ranger Bay Boats - I was wondering who has a Ranger bay boat. Specifically bought them instead of another But Ranger has missed the boat as the whole is presented as a list of the parts, not the basic boat. Make it fit the I just recently purchased a 1978 Ranger Aztec 1750v with a 115 Johnson O/B. I would expect more from a top of the line boat company. Are the stringers wood and suseptable to the rot we see on almost all brand boats in this forum? I did a search but Re: Ranger Boat Fuel Gage Problem Look for a loose or dirty connection at the tank and gauge. The dealer by my house just took a 1988 364V in on trade. Whether you're I took delivery of a new Ranger RT178 in April and have gotten 3 recall notices!! And my nearest Ranger dealer is almost 1-1/2 hours away. The Boating Forum - Ranger boats - I have a 2021 ranger 2600 bay, I bought the boat not long ago and after I used it and washed it I noticed a long crack on the hull. The 2000 series of bay boats from Ranger are solid, well built boats. I wanted to provide a write-up on the Ranger RT188 Aluminum bass boat. Should be listed in 24 hrs. etc. Second one is a 2016 190 LS with 150 Merc four Visit the BBC Boards (Forums) 100+ Forums on Bass Boats, Fishing & Other Topics – 171,000+ Members. I was surprised to see that there are some unfavorable Bass Boats Boat Propellers Bass Boat Manuals Boat Seats Boat Engine Manuals Bass Boats : Ranger No Results To Display. And cracks on the deck by the Welcome to BBC Boards - The Place for Bass Boat Connections Since 2000, BBC Boards has been the go-to community for bass boat owners and passionate anglers. Ranger Boats : Forums and Reviews New Boats Boat Parts & Accessories Boat Propellers Boat Manuals After 3 glass boats I ended up trading the Lund and going with Ranger again. any info would be great Ranger Tugs have a pretty strong following, and a pretty devoted owners group. Is that true? Used aluminums look good price wise. Any Ranger 20"s on the East Coast? R20 Outboard length? You must log in or register to post here. L or C boat and is there a year where quality dropped? Thanks for opinions. Post pics of boats, fish, fishing trips, general info, question/answer. The time now is 04:16 PM. They are great fishing platforms but sacrifice ride in rough seas to do it. I had some minor issues with my Z520R when I took delivery, but Ranger was very good about replacing those quickly. Why are these boats numbered so differently that 520, 488, etc? Are they a lower Re: Have you called Ranger Boats lately? by AnglersPursuit » Tue Apr 06, 2021 12:49 am Champion Jon wrote: That’s too bad. BBC Boards: Ranger Boats Page 3 of 3 First 1 2 3 Forum Tools Search Forum Title / Thread Starter Replies / Views Last Post By I looked on several of the boating websites and found numerous positive comments from owners who have Ranger boats. We have great info here on just about every topic related to our Ranger boats that can be found Who is running the new Ranger aluminum bass boats? No matter how happy you may or may not be I am interested in what you are not happy with if anything about them. Have never been concerned about spearing a wave and the ride is so much I think Ranger is still a top of the line bass boat. Whether you're 󰍸 19 󰤦 27 󰤧 Ranger Bass Boat Owners Randy Mathews󰞋Mar 26, 2017󰞋󱟠 󳄫 After a lot of patience from my wife and kid, I am a happy man being able to run Thinking about getting a Ranger Reata 223F pontoon. 28, 2002 I purchased a brand new Ranger 191 Cayman flatsboat. This is your home to ask your Ranger questions, enjoy discussing your set ups, pictures of your boats. Register for free and join over 170,000 fellow boaters who Simply tip for getting info about topics on this forum. The Boating Forum - Ranger Boats - any RANGER owners ou there?Heard alot of good things about them. A group for Ranger aluminum boat owners and fans of the tin boat series. I have seen R72, R93, and R92 I believe. It's a used boat, been in tritons and blazer bays just never in a ranger. Ranger needs an option to put the spare tire in the proper place, behind the winch tower, also!! Last edited by mactlman; 06-21-2025 at 08:18 PM. This includes fiberglass and Metal, inland, shore, multi species, bay, I thought I'd do a detailed review of my boat since I've had several individuals message me about it this spring, as there seems to be interest in this Here's a look at the newly redesigned 2025 Ranger Z185! Ranger did a fantastic job with the top cap changes on this model, it Here's a look at the newly redesigned 2025 Ranger Z185! Ranger did a fantastic job with the top cap changes on this model, it reminds me a lot of the Have any of you guys fished old Ranger boats. But the condition The Boating Forum - Ranger saltwater bay boats- not much out there - Anyone considering a Ranger bay boat and notice that there is very little online information out there, other The Boating Forum - ranger saltwater boats - considering a ranger 192cc. However, they are typically much heavier and thus isn't as fast as other similar boats with the same motors. I've seen lots of I'm starting the process of looking for a used Ranger -- most likely a 2005 - 2006 619/620 (maybe a 621) with a target motor of a 250 Yam 4-stroke. However, I didn't see a huge difference Running hard in rough water, boat handles ok, it’s definitely an 18 to 19 foot boat and if you have ever ran a 20 footer, you will notice the difference in ride. The interior is shot, and the carpet is mostly Anyways, found a 23' Ranger center console that looks like it would fit the bill for taking the family out for sandies/striped fish, catfish, and sometimes down to the coast for inshore fishing. ;? This group is for Ranger Boat owner’s, who’s boat at the very least predates 2015. Asking for a friend Texas Fishing Forum Tracker, Ranger, Express, Vexus Boats Forums Calendar Active Threads Forum Help Main Menu Forum Guidelines/Rules Photo Contest Contact/Advertising Texas Anyways, found a 23' Ranger center console that looks like it would fit the bill for taking the family out for sandies/striped fish, catfish, and sometimes down to the coast for inshore fishing. Welcome to BBC Boards - The Place for Bass Boat Connections Since 2000, BBC Boards has been the go-to community for bass boat owners and passionate anglers. Whether you're Looking at a 2300 ranger bay boat, any good and bads out there. And, Ranger should not be bashed, at least not yet. Can get the Ranger z185 with the z package and a 150 Merc Pro XS or the Triton 18 trx tournament package and a 175 Merc Pro XS for almost the same price Ranger boats, whether bay or bass, are top notch and best made in my opinion. Whether you're upgrading your Can’t comment on the ranger 620, but last year we went from a Crestliner Sportfish 1850 to a Lund 202 GL. The construction is excellent and since Ranger foam fills the hull, it is very quiet when underway. a market place for Walleye Message Central > Boats, Motors, Electronics and Trailers > Boats Ranger Boat Quality since sale to Bass Pro Dec 31, 2016 LeslieTroyer S Ranger 20 - Stepping & de-stepping the mast sharonekelly Aug 10, 2015 Replies 0 Views 3K Aug 10, 2015 I took delivery of a Ranger VX 1888, in July 2021, total cost about $58,000 from Local Retailer. Exclusively for Ranger Z519R, Z520R or Z521R owners or potential owners. I looked a little online and that somewhat seems to hold true, but apparently ranger wants boat in house to give a quote, which is understandable. . First one is a 2011 1850 MS, 175 Pro XS Optimax with 430 hours. Welcome to BassBoat Central BassBoat Central is the place for bass boat connections. 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