2012 FM175WT crack issues?

[blackblue]

New one on order delivery march. Been reading on some older models with hull issues,after looking into tracker boats vs lowe felt more problems were with the trackers,hope this to be true. Quality of material was one plus. Any problems with newer models outthere on the Lowe deepvs? Fishing WI,MN,Ky

 

[nosticks]

Re: 2012 FM175WT crack issues?

My Lowe 2012 A1257 has no problems thus far. I've used it about 15 times. Very satisfied with the boat and construction.

 

[JOEMANSLOWE]

Re: 2012 FM175WT crack issues?

Purchased new '08 FM175DC (115-Optimax) from Cabelas. I did have (like many others who purchased an '07-09) paint issues w/ the hull, but 2 years in a row Lowe took my boat back and re-painted entire boat (w/ new stickers) in the off season (no charge to me plus free storage and winterization each year). A hassle but nothing compared to the "crack" that was discovered in the hull in spring of 2010.
Cabelas went to bat for me and believe it or not, Lowe gave me a brand new hull. Cabelas swapped out my motor, seats, radio, pads etc. and I was back on the water in 3-weeks. Obviously a pain in the butt, but I'll swear by Cabelas and LOWE for backing their product. Lowe before Tracker any day.
This boat / motor combo is beautiful and handles the rough water excellent. Top speed around 43-45mph and awesome fuel economy.