Nitro Z18 Problems - Just purchased the 2025 nitro z18 with the 150hp four stroke. Just finished the 10 hour break in and opened the throttle a little. Easily brought her to 60mph with a little throttle. My trailer brakes 2025 z18 currently are not working. Checked the wiring harness (actually replaced connectors and plug). Checked the voltage and ground. Having key switch or starter problem. Under warranty but 2 key switches later and today putting in a new starter. Has anyone heard of these same problems along the boat line?. New to the group, i bought a 2025 z18 and having some issue. Also when running and i trim the motor up it. I've recently found a couple of concerning issues with my z18. These are relevant to the rear port side. First, i noticed a gasoline odor when raising the rear compartment cover. Upon further inspection i found the fuel line (5/8 suction line) clamp loose and stripped. When i bought my 2025, z18, i got the tandem trailer. Nitro might be using oil bath hubs on some trailers?? I do not have a ton of hours on the motor, but have spent a lot of time on the water and have had zero issues. Only problems we have had is the interstate agm cranking battery and some leaks around the livewell pumps. Worked with bps to solve those. I took the pump inserts.
Just purchased the 2025 nitro z18 with the 150hp four stroke. Just finished the 10 hour break in and opened the throttle a little. Easily brought her to 60mph with a little throttle. My trailer brakes 2025 z18 currently are not working. Checked the wiring harness (actually replaced connectors and plug). Checked the voltage and ground.