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 Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
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02/05/21 07:13 PM
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Joined: Sep 2003
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rkd
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Don't get me wrong-I love my new-to-me Skeeter ZX225 and I don't intend to start a Skeeter bashing thread. However, I am dreading having to change out the batteries. The rear compartment design is HORRIBLE. I don't see how I will be able to fit the batteries through either of the side panel openings and even then, I have a power pole pump and battery charger to contend with. My 2002 ZX was only other boat I've had and it was super easy access to rear compartment. 4 batteries to replace when it's time. Any tips out there on making the swap out less difficult?
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875346
02/05/21 07:16 PM
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Mark Perry
Super Freak
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They improved that issue on the new FXR and ZXR platforms.
Its a pain for sure in some of the older models. Might be easier with a helper.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875347
02/05/21 07:16 PM
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forkduc
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Only thing I know ow would be to go lithium.
I just did 4 group 31 AGM and you need to tip and turn, no pumps or other obstacles.
2014 FX 21
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875390
02/05/21 07:43 PM
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Joined: Nov 2014
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SteezMacQueen
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There are hidden screws on each rear corner panel(floor), that, once removed, makes battery changing quite easy. My Skeeter is easier to access batteries than 95% of the cars on the road.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875395
02/05/21 07:45 PM
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Chris B
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My 2004 ZX225 has two large doors that open all the way across the back deck. I believe they have finally gone back to this in the newest models. Now if they will go back to the two center doors on the front deck my boat has they will get it right.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875400
02/05/21 07:47 PM
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mcb
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Steez is there just one screw per small corner panel or more? Thanks
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875403
02/05/21 07:49 PM
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SteezMacQueen
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Mine has 4 per corner. They are little torx head screws.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: mcb]
#13875406
02/05/21 07:49 PM
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Classic Fiberglass
Extreme Angler
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Steez is there just one screw per small corner panel or more? Thanks 4
Chris
940-458-0164
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875412
02/05/21 07:52 PM
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Okie Poke
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Don't get me wrong-I love my new-to-me Skeeter ZX225 and I don't intend to start a Skeeter bashing thread. However, I am dreading having to change out the batteries. The rear compartment design is HORRIBLE. I don't see how I will be able to fit the batteries through either of the side panel openings and even then, I have a power pole pump and battery charger to contend with. My 2002 ZX was only other boat I've had and it was super easy access to rear compartment. 4 batteries to replace when it's time. Any tips out there on making the swap out less difficult? Yes. If you buy your batteries from Batteries Plus, they will take 'em out to your boat and install for free. At least the store on 1171 in Lewisville will...
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#13875427
02/05/21 07:58 PM
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shotgunwilly
Extreme Angler
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There are hidden screws on each rear corner panel(floor), that, once removed, makes battery changing quite easy. My Skeeter is easier to access batteries than 95% of the cars on the road. I have a 2017. You can't fit a battery through that opening anyways. Doesn't make it much easier. If you have to change a battery furthest to the outside you have to remove others. Still a pain.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#13875462
02/05/21 08:18 PM
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Sinkey
Tidy Scoop
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Tidy Scoop
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There are hidden screws on each rear corner panel(floor), that, once removed, makes battery changing quite easy. My Skeeter is easier to access batteries than 95% of the cars on the road. This! Only take about 1 minute per side to take panel off.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875498
02/05/21 08:39 PM
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rkd
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The two rear corner panels are easy to remove with a torx screwdriver. (4 screws per panel) The trouble I mentioned starts AFTER those are removed. My ZX is a 2017. There are tiny openings to work with once those quarter panels are removed. Okie-I'm liking the idea of having Batteries Plus do the work but I would worry they won't know how to reattach the mass of wiring I have back there.
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875511
02/05/21 08:46 PM
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rkd
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Here's a picture of the opening I have to work with. Screwdriver for comparison. You can see one of the batteries back up under the rear deck. ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2021/02/full-4769-84129-skeeter_rear_hatch.jpg)
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875514
02/05/21 08:47 PM
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Joined: Dec 2015
Posts: 3,424
Finesse EMPEROR/ Dropshot King
TFF Team Angler
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Here's a picture of the opening I have to work with. Screwdriver for comparison. You can see one of the batteries back up under the rear deck. thats rough
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Re: Skeeter Battery Access= BAD
[Re: rkd]
#13875520
02/05/21 08:51 PM
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Slide_R
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Chainsaw will make access much easier...retail value, MUCH less. 
Robert Oleson
aka Slide_R
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