View Full Version : Ultra 23 Deck update pics
ULTRA28
10-15-2004, 10:03 PM
After 3 months of testing X dimensions and dialing them in, we now have six on the water and plenty more in process. A lot of you guys have been asking me to post some pics, so here are a few.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723Shadowdeckjetyellowresized.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/49723Shadowdeck496red1stboat.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/49723Shadowdeck496HOblue.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/49723Shadowdeck496bluewraparound.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723shadow496greyflames.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/49723Shadowdeck496HOred.JPG
voodoomedman
10-15-2004, 10:07 PM
Hey my boat didn't come with any of those bikini clad babes!
HOOTER SLED-
10-15-2004, 10:20 PM
Hey my boat didn't come with any of those bikini clad babes!
You didn't buy the deck boat. :D Deck boat=mo' bitches, and a dance floor. :D
Great looking boats John! Keep up the good work. Ultra is a force to be reckoned with. Every Ultra I see on the water seems unique and more beautiful than the last.
RUCAV
10-16-2004, 01:18 AM
Ultra is keeps raising the bar. Damn good lookin boats!
Great looking boats!!!!!!!!!! Looks like they sit high enough in the water.
Is it my imagination or are the engine hatches at different hights?
GrapeApe
10-16-2004, 08:39 AM
John, The 23 Deck Looks Bad Ass.... Got me thinking about an Upgrade... Are you guys going to continue to make the 21 Deck? Also how does the 23 Look with the Bimini up?
*** Grape Ape ***
Sweet rides. Time to start rollin those pennies ;)
I saw the yellow and purple on in person a few weeks ago and it is killer, as are the others.
Trade John? ;) Mine only had 20 hours on it so far.
Riverhound
10-16-2004, 09:07 AM
John, as always your boats look great.
MRS. MAINEVENT
10-16-2004, 09:25 AM
We checked those out a couple weeks ago and sat in the 2nd from the bottom and I really liked it, the pics are great it's nice to see how that thing is sitting in the water :p
FRENCHIE
10-16-2004, 09:31 AM
We checked those out a couple weeks ago and sat in the 2nd from the bottom and I really liked it, the pics are great it's nice to see how that thing is sitting in the water :p
dont let the :devil: tempt ya now!!! you know whats up!!! stay the course, stay focused!!!!! :p :hammer2: :p
MRS. MAINEVENT
10-16-2004, 09:34 AM
Lmao :d
FRENCHIE
10-16-2004, 09:37 AM
Lmao :d
you know the "BEAUMONT RULE" no ultras!! :eek: :wink: :)
MRS. MAINEVENT
10-16-2004, 09:40 AM
:crossx:
Lightning
10-16-2004, 10:08 AM
They are all different. We were testing different X dimensions which changes the cover. Also the yellow one is a jet, which makes it flat.
John,
Can you give some details on how the jet performed? What pump did you use and what power did you put in that boat?
voodoomedman
10-16-2004, 01:10 PM
That's what happens when you don't show up for a photo shoot ;) . Maybe next year.
Ouch!!!
I knew I'd get crap for that. I wanted to go so bad, especially with all you guys have done for me, but with the short notice I didn't have time to go get it from the river. Maybe next year the photo shoot will be in Havasu. ;)
BajaMike
10-16-2004, 01:29 PM
Good looking boats and babes!
:wink:
ULTRA28
10-16-2004, 01:56 PM
John,
Can you give some details on how the jet performed? What pump did you use and what power did you put in that boat?
Still dialing that one in. Only got 55 MPH with a 502/502. We put the American turbine big pump in it. I'm not worried about it, we just need to work on loading the pump a little better. We only had it in the water the one time for the photo shoot and haven't had a chance to really mess with it yet. I'm thinking about pulling the 502 and putting in my 1100HP engine to see what it does.
Do you have any interior pictures that you can post?
LilHarley
10-16-2004, 07:03 PM
The deck boats are really something fine. What I really like is the rear, sort of half moon, looks so sweet, and from the front, the back seat with the head rests sit up just a little higher, kind of makes a statement. The boat just "looks" fast and comfortable even sitting on the trailer.
In talking with one of the owners there, he said the ride was more then what he had thought it would be. Takes chop like butter and even cut through the rollers on the river going up to the sandbar at the river.
John has a definite winner with this boat.
JetBoatRich
10-16-2004, 08:25 PM
They look nice :smile: look forward to a closer look :rolleyes:
throwerb
10-17-2004, 07:46 AM
Still dialing that one in. Only got 55 MPH with a 502/502. We put the American turbine big pump in it. I'm not worried about it, we just need to work on loading the pump a little better. We only had it in the water the one time for the photo shoot and haven't had a chance to really mess with it yet. I'm thinking about pulling the 502 and putting in my 1100HP engine to see what it does.
Will you be testing one with a dual jet drive set-up?
SBullet
10-17-2004, 08:23 AM
Good looking boats!
My Man's Sportin' Wood
10-17-2004, 12:23 PM
I love those boats. If we were to get a new one (which we're not) we'd get one of these. I think we saw the 21 the show in January, but it might have been a 23. It is a sharp boat.
ULTRA28
10-17-2004, 01:17 PM
Do you have any interior pictures that you can post?
Here are a few.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckaerial.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/497aerial23deckjet.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckwraparound.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckaerialbluandgrey.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckaerialred.JPG
rvrtoy
10-17-2004, 02:34 PM
:wink: :wink: you know the "BEAUMONT RULE" no ultras!! :eek: :wink: :)
No wonder Beaumont sucks..... :D :wink:
Mrs. casean
10-17-2004, 02:39 PM
I love the layout and look of these!
Sleek-Jet
10-17-2004, 02:58 PM
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckwraparound.JPG
Interesting layout on this one. :cool:
phebus
10-17-2004, 03:02 PM
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckwraparound.JPG
Interesting layout on this one. :cool:
I think a walk thru at the transom where that little seat is next to the engine compartment would be nice.
Desert Rat
10-17-2004, 03:05 PM
I REALLY like the first one. The yellow w/the purple looks sweet
Are they running Volvo Penta drives?? Kinda looks like it in the pictures
WILDERTHANU
10-17-2004, 03:14 PM
I HAVE TO SAY.....THOSE ENDED UP BEING REALLY GOOD LOOKING BOATS!!! I BET THEY HANDLE THE CHOP LIKE A CHAMP...THROW A JET IN IT AND YOU GOT A PERFECT FAMILY BOAT FOR THE RIVER/LAKE!!
rvrtoy
10-17-2004, 03:35 PM
I love those boats. If we were to get a new one (which we're not) we'd get one of these. I think we saw the 21 the show in January, but it might have been a 23. It is a sharp boat.
You saw the 21 at the show in LA. We will have at least one 23 at the LA show this year. Hope to see you there. :)
572Daytona
10-17-2004, 04:23 PM
The yellow/purple one is a jet, and it even has the steeing wheel on the correct side. It doesn't look like it is running any sort of a droop snoot thoug. Nice boat, if there was anthing that would make me think about upgrading from the 21' Daytona, that would be it. I would love to see how it performs with more HP.
gigamurph
10-17-2004, 07:52 PM
Ya know John; i don't know if you remember, but I started workin' on ya for a "freebie" back in 2001-2002. Whadya mean; ya don't remember? I'd give you and your boats kudos and good PR for
points" redeemable for a new ULTRA.(It was a joke people; don't get all excited!) :wink:Well, anyways; how about if I bury ya in these damn silly "Rep Points" that everyone is so infatuated with? Will that get me headed in the right direction in 2004 for one of those babies? Those are very nice; very nice indeed! Really like the jet.
jbtrailerjim
10-17-2004, 08:03 PM
Boats look sweet John. Is there a bigger deck boat in the future? Maybe something around the same size as the 27 Shadow? :idea:
Riverready
10-17-2004, 11:12 PM
Any plans on closing that bow???????? :cool:
dicudmore
10-18-2004, 11:19 AM
lookin' good John :cool:
4day!!
10-18-2004, 11:55 AM
DAMN!!! I gotta have one. I knew i should have waited to buy my boat til this year..
wedge44
10-18-2004, 12:14 PM
John & John D. how come you guys didn't tell about these beautiful boats before you guys sold me that beautiful NEW 23 XS...HUH HUH HUH :D :D :D
mbrown2
10-18-2004, 12:39 PM
What are people paying for insurance on these...so far?
Johnwithjm
10-18-2004, 01:09 PM
John & John D. how come you guys didn't tell about these beautiful boats before you guys sold me that beautiful NEW 23 XS...HUH HUH HUH :D :D :D
Dan the man. It was just an idea we were kicking around when you bought your 23xs. ;)
Brady Bunch
10-18-2004, 01:15 PM
J. West, They turned out pretty awesome looking. I was a little skeptical on how they would turn out! Congratulations, you are going to sell alot of them!
Greg
RiverDave
10-18-2004, 02:43 PM
I've seen it in person down at Ultra San Diego.. Definately a sweet boat. :) Perfect blend of low freeboard river boat, but functionallity for the river. Kinda reminds me of a newer designed river hot rod..
RD
Kilrtoy
10-18-2004, 06:29 PM
So what is the price with a 502 jet?????
LilHarley
10-18-2004, 08:02 PM
What are people paying for insurance on these...so far?
I asked one of the owners at the shoot (the blue and grey 23' deck) what he was paying for insurance on his. He told me $600 with Allstate. He is running the 496HO.
Magic34
10-18-2004, 08:02 PM
My .02.......
Your company(ULTRA) does some of the BEST gel work. Love the look of your boats. Best of luck!
Mrs. casean
10-18-2004, 08:03 PM
So what is the price with a 502 jet?????
Is that what you're lookin at for the next ride?
Kilrtoy
10-18-2004, 08:08 PM
Oh no....
ALOT BIGGER AND VERY FAST...
Mrs. casean
10-18-2004, 08:09 PM
Oh no....
ALOT BIGGER AND VERY FAST...
Ofcourse :) What was I thinking???!! :) A 34' Commander?? :)
Kilrtoy
10-18-2004, 08:13 PM
Easy now, NO CUMander in this household
Mrs. casean
10-18-2004, 08:15 PM
Easy now, NO CUMander in this household
Mel's not gonna like that one:D hehehehe...
jbtrailerjim
10-25-2004, 03:38 PM
Finally stopped in at the new location on Friday. I got to see a couple of the new 23 decks in person finally. I'm really diggin the new deck. I'm thinking Ultra is gonna sell a lot of them.
BTW...The new showroom is very nice!!! Awesome location too. I'm in love with that used 27 Shadow in the showroom. That thing is so freakin bitchin.
Johnwithjm
10-25-2004, 03:45 PM
Finally stopped in at the new location on Friday. I got to see a couple of the new 23 decks in person finally. I'm really diggin the new deck. I'm thinking Ultra is gonna sell a lot of them.
BTW...The new showroom is very nice!!! Awesome location too. I'm in love with that used 27 Shadow in the showroom. That thing is so freakin bitchin.
Jim it was nice to see you again. We will have to hook up in Vegas next week.
BarryMac
10-25-2004, 03:46 PM
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/49723deckaerialbluandgrey.JPG
This one with the 502 and a Jet would be bad ass. Maybe in a year or ten...
GrapeApe
10-25-2004, 04:12 PM
Jim it was nice to see you again. We will have to hook up in Vegas next week.
John,
I am working In Vegas.. Anyway an Ultra Owner can get a couple Tixs to SEMA..
*** Grape Ape ***
a catered life
10-25-2004, 06:40 PM
really great looking boats all of them. never really thought about a deck boat but these have really changed my mind :sqeyes:
switchin'addiction
10-27-2004, 05:40 PM
really great looking boats all of them. never really thought about a deck boat but these have really changed my mind :sqeyes:
I kind of thought the same thing. Those things look f*&ing great.
I just read the article on DNE in the newest Hot Boat issue. It shows a 1300 HP engine being built for a 23 ultra deck. Is that going to have a pump or outdrive?
the word on the street is it will have a #6 drive.
Hustler
10-28-2004, 09:22 AM
I just read the article on DNE in the newest Hot Boat issue. It shows a 1300 HP engine being built for a 23 ultra deck. Is that going to have a pump or outdrive?
I believe it's an outdrive
MudPumper
10-28-2004, 09:28 AM
John did say he was thinking about putting his 1100HP motor from the stealth in the Jet to see what it would do. :D
1Shockwaveguy
10-28-2004, 09:45 AM
That's a very clean looking boat. Ultra did it again.
ULTRA28
10-28-2004, 12:20 PM
I just read the article on DNE in the newest Hot Boat issue. It shows a 1300 HP engine being built for a 23 ultra deck. Is that going to have a pump or outdrive?
I'm meeting with that customer after SEMA to decide what drive to use. Originally it was going to be an IMCO 4x4 set up, but we're lookingat other options right now.
Lightning
10-28-2004, 01:03 PM
I'm meeting with that customer after SEMA to decide what drive to use. Originally it was going to be an IMCO 4x4 set up, but we're lookingat other options right now.
f uck it - put a surface drive in that thing. :D
jdogginla
10-28-2004, 01:18 PM
Since this is a thread about Ultra Boats.........I figured I'd chime in about Ultra Boats in general. I have yet to make my purchase, but I visited Ultra a few weeks ago and met John. I picked his brain for a little while and learned quiet a bit. I've even left him an email or two and he has always called me within a reasonable amount of time after receiving an email. Most would take the easy route and email someone back to save themselves some time, but John has called me back to answer questions. The knowledge that they share in boating in general, not just with Ultra boats is valuable, and says alot about the product and customer service that they give. Just my .02
voodoomedman
10-28-2004, 05:54 PM
Since this is a thread about Ultra Boats.........I figured I'd chime in about Ultra Boats in general. I have yet to make my purchase, but I visited Ultra a few weeks ago and met John. I picked his brain for a little while and learned quiet a bit. I've even left him an email or two and he has always called me within a reasonable amount of time after receiving an email. Most would take the easy route and email someone back to save themselves some time, but John has called me back to answer questions. The knowledge that they share in boating in general, not just with Ultra boats is valuable, and says alot about the product and customer service that they give. Just my .02
That's what I've been telling you. Quit draggin' your feet and make the next e-mail or call to John to say build me one of them fine boats.
LilHarley
10-28-2004, 07:02 PM
Since this is a thread about Ultra Boats.........I figured I'd chime in about Ultra Boats in general. I have yet to make my purchase, but I visited Ultra a few weeks ago and met John. I picked his brain for a little while and learned quiet a bit. I've even left him an email or two and he has always called me within a reasonable amount of time after receiving an email. Most would take the easy route and email someone back to save themselves some time, but John has called me back to answer questions. The knowledge that they share in boating in general, not just with Ultra boats is valuable, and says alot about the product and customer service that they give. Just my .02
I know how you feel, I just bought my Ultra. John made it pretty easy for me on what I needed and wanted. I looked at all of them here locally, finally narrowing it down to 2. Ultra just made me feel best about spending the amount of money I had! He will amaze you when he draws what you have in mind for your color schemes.
Good luck in your decision.
jbtrailerjim
10-29-2004, 05:26 AM
Since this is a thread about Ultra Boats.........I figured I'd chime in about Ultra Boats in general. I have yet to make my purchase, but I visited Ultra a few weeks ago and met John. I picked his brain for a little while and learned quiet a bit. I've even left him an email or two and he has always called me within a reasonable amount of time after receiving an email. Most would take the easy route and email someone back to save themselves some time, but John has called me back to answer questions. The knowledge that they share in boating in general, not just with Ultra boats is valuable, and says alot about the product and customer service that they give. Just my .02
Well good luck with whatever you end up buying. I can tell you though if you end up going with Ultra, you won't be sorry. John West and his crew are some of the coolest people I have ever dealt with.
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