I just purchased a 2015 z118. Here we are in January in ohio and im dying to take it out. Im really glad I found your channel! Lots of good info so I can set it up.
Funny how everyone feels like you have to be doing 70 plus or your boat and motor sucks. Well, thats some bs and its about a good running boat the fishes great too! Nice vid.
I have my 18 ft Ranger with 150 Optimax that I bought brand new in 06 and it’s still like brand new, not 1 scratch on it, yes I am one of those picky guys, it has done 62 before but mainly around 58 to 60! When I want to go fast I use my 20xd Bullet with 225XS sportsmaster lower end 82mph gps! I love all boats! I’ve been boating since I was 10 years old!
What I like about Ranger is their wide beams, people dream about having a boat like yours! Ranger all ways has a hp rating they will not over power their boats for safety reasons, I’m sure it could handle a 175 ! You can do some computer programming to make a 150 into a 175! At least they told me that!
At least it’s a 150 and not a 115! I love the 150s! I remember when you had a 85 horse Johnson it was big hp! Because my step dads boat only had a 25 hp Johnson, I allways said when I grew up I was going to get what I all ways wanted him to get! I’ve only owned 4 boats in my life, first was a brand new bass cat with a 115, second used Skeeter with a 150, New Ranger 150 Optimax, prestine Bullet with 225XS! I love my 2 boats that I’ve kept they are to hard to work for to just sell cheap! My 150 horse Ranger and my 225 horse Bullet I’m very lucky to have them thanks to God!
Was that fully loaded fuel wise and some tackle? It’s a fast boat. I’m just debating between a Nitro Z18 and Z185. The probably ride the same. I have been in the z18 before and I like the way those rangers.
@@Schmidt-Outdoors thought it was the 4strokes 2020 pro xs. I am waiting my 21’model to be delivered in September and I was trying to collect some feedback and experiences. Thanks anyway :)
I had a 23 pitch on the exact boat but my motor was the 2015 optimax. I could only get 40mph 4700rpm Now I’m down to a 21 and hit 50 at 5300rpm. I don’t know if I should go any lower Any websites that have the boat specs with motors that give you prop selection??
I wasn't expecting the 150 to have that kind of top speed. Very nice!
I just purchased a 2015 z118. Here we are in January in ohio and im dying to take it out. Im really glad I found your channel! Lots of good info so I can set it up.
Thanks, I’ve changed a lot since that video. I haven’t been posting for a while now. Hoping to start up again soon!
Awesome video. Now we know the speed that turns your boat seat forward. Love how you did the speedometer overlay! #AlwaysBeRecording
Thanks! I love the powerstick 53.
Funny how everyone feels like you have to be doing 70 plus or your boat and motor sucks. Well, thats some bs and its about a good running boat the fishes great too! Nice vid.
I hear you there, its fast enough for me. Especially in Iowa where most lakes are no wake. Thanks for the kind words.
I have my 18 ft Ranger with 150 Optimax that I bought brand new in 06 and it’s still like brand new, not 1 scratch on it, yes I am one of those picky guys, it has done 62 before but mainly around 58 to 60! When I want to go fast I use my 20xd Bullet with 225XS sportsmaster lower end 82mph gps! I love all boats! I’ve been boating since I was 10 years old!
What I like about Ranger is their wide beams, people dream about having a boat like yours! Ranger all ways has a hp rating they will not over power their boats for safety reasons, I’m sure it could handle a 175 ! You can do some computer programming to make a 150 into a 175! At least they told me that!
Jimmy Cline well said! I agree.
Ya that’s what they won’t do over power a boat, meanwhile my z518 has a 200pro xs on it 😂
U can make a 200 a 300 for 1400$ and a laptop all it is , mapping it’s the same motor
what year? I have a 2016 Z518c with a 150......wish it had the 200 but I bought it used and that's what it had. Love the boat!
K O it’s a 2014. Thanks for watching
At least it’s a 150 and not a 115! I love the 150s! I remember when you had a 85 horse Johnson it was big hp! Because my step dads boat only had a 25 hp Johnson, I allways said when I grew up I was going to get what I all ways wanted him to get! I’ve only owned 4 boats in my life, first was a brand new bass cat with a 115, second used Skeeter with a 150, New Ranger 150 Optimax, prestine Bullet with 225XS! I love my 2 boats that I’ve kept they are to hard to work for to just sell cheap! My 150 horse Ranger and my 225 horse Bullet I’m very lucky to have them thanks to God!
One more thing my Bullet has a fast 225XS with sports master lower unit, it’s like a racing lower unit, and I wish I had a 300! 😂
K o, i have a 2018 exactly like urs only differences is i costume built mine with a 200 sho, with the 6" atlas jacket plate i get about 68-69
Was that fully loaded fuel wise and some tackle? It’s a fast boat. I’m just debating between a Nitro Z18 and Z185. The probably ride the same. I have been in the z18 before and I like the way those rangers.
I believe it was around 1/2 tank. I did have all my gear in the boat.
Love the performances, design, sound and speed of the proxs150, but do you consider it as a reliable engine!? Would you recommend it?
They are good engines, but I would go with a four stroke if and when I upgrade.
@@Schmidt-Outdoors thought it was the 4strokes 2020 pro xs. I am waiting my 21’model to be delivered in September and I was trying to collect some feedback and experiences. Thanks anyway :)
What prop are u using ?
23 pitch tempest plus
Thanks
Is that 4 blade?
Nope, 3 blade
What size prop do you have?
Sam Gaither 23p tempest plus
I had a 23 pitch on the exact boat but my motor was the 2015 optimax. I could only get 40mph 4700rpm Now I’m down to a 21 and hit 50 at 5300rpm. I don’t know if I should go any lower Any websites that have the boat specs with motors that give you prop selection??
Even when going slow like this No life jacket is stupid
Thanks for the input.