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  1. #1
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    Default Wakemakers very poor Customer Service

    Anyone have any insight with Wakemakers Customer Service? i ordered a custom ballast bag back in March. I have received a couple messages from them, the last one on may 13th saying 36-48 hours my bag would be complete. Since then they have not responded to messages left through customer service and you cannot get anyone on the phone and they don't return messages.
    2009 XLV (Sold)

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    Funny....I was thinking of posting, but then I said maybe it was just my luck. 3 months now waiting for 1 bag. They have emailed back and called and said it was on it's way.....3 weeks later still not here. Dissapointed to say the least
    2022 MAX
    450 Raptor
    Steamboat,CO

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    if you search this has been a recurring issue for them off and on for years. seems they suck then they get better then they suck again..
    '06 Supra Launch 20SSV-gone but never forgotten

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    Everything I have ordered from them has come quickly, but I have never ordered a ballast bag. I think they must have production issues on that side of the house, since they aren't just stock that they pass through.


    2016 Moomba Mojo Surf Edition
    2000 Sharpe Houseboat 70x16 (Lives at Lake Powell)

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    Years ago, they had a warehouse in Knoxville, but that closed up.

    I ordered a water pump impeller from them back in March 2024. It was backordered, no biggie b/c it was still too cold here.
    I waited a month w/o having it shipped and emailed them. They were responsive and told me it was still backordered. No problem to wait more.
    So once May got here, I emailed them again. They were responsive and told me the same thing: backordered.
    I asked for my money back.

    I had better luck getting products from them many years ago. It started when I purchased a ballast upgrade kit for my old boat.
    Back then they were more visible on social media and producing content on the internet (videos and posts) about upgrades and parts.

    Maybe they got too big too fast? Too much other competition on internet sales? Good people left the company? I do not know, but things have changed.
    2018 Supra SL400

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    I started buying from Wakemakers about 12 yrs ago and they were awesome to work with. I could call and speak to someone who always had great knowlege and always got me the right things I was looking for. Prices were great, shipping was fast, communication was easy, etc. The last several times I purchased stuff from them it was harder/impossible to talk to anyone, things always seemed to be backordered/delayed, etc. I really loved working with them in the past, but I tend to look elswhere now when I need something.
    Scott
    2021 Craz
    2007 Mobius LSV
    1997 Sea Ray 190

  7. #7
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    I didnt realized theu closed the Knoxville warehouse. I have a list of parts I need to order for my ballast vents I am making but some of the parts were backordered. Makes me hesitant to order from them now.
    2019 Craz
    OJ 950
    Wakemakers bags
    Heatercraft triple heater

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    Interesting to hear. WakeMAKERS has always been pretty good to me. I agree with the out of stocks, but the communication via phone/email has always been prompt and available. I’ve dealt with Parker many times.


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  9. #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by Whitey View Post
    Anyone have any insight with Wakemakers Customer Service? i ordered a custom ballast bag back in March. I have received a couple messages from them, the last one on may 13th saying 36-48 hours my bag would be complete. Since then they have not responded to messages left through customer service and you cannot get anyone on the phone and they don't return messages.
    Try to email Parker Gribskov ([email protected]) with your order number and/or details. She is good.
    2018 Supra SL400

  10. #10
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    I’ve tried emailing, calling and leaving messages. No response. I will not get involved with them again and urge caution for anyone considering ordering from them.


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    Thanks for contacting us! We have received your request and it is being reviewed by one of our team members.

    We typically strive for less than one business day for responses, but due to the seasonal nature of our industry, during peak times (leading up to and following summer holidays, etc.) responses can sometimes take a little longer.

    A Customer Advocate will be in touch as soon as possible, and we appreciate your patience.
    2009 XLV (Sold)

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