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Originally Posted by offshorexcursion
(Post 3311135)
"a 43-foot sport boat, a greatly enhanced and up-tuned version."
"I haven’t upgraded the styling of either of those boats since 2004." "We are going to be a custom boat company. That’s how I started, so I’m going back to my roots." I am glad Reggie himself admits how outdated his old boats were, how they need to be more up scale like the competition, and how the current fountain is NOT a custom boat company but a production boat company! So is everyone on here want to go bash Reggie like you did me? Or admit I was right! Well at least I got some entertainment watching everyone get all worked up! LOL! Of the other production boat manufactures out there, (I don't recall anyone arguing with your point that they are "production") what changes have they done. This seems to be one of the things you have a huge problem with, and they can’t haul around a ton of people like a pontoon can. :evilb: Easy just having fun with you,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, I really would like to know changes the other manufactures have done. Lets look at say the 42 lightning. The current style came out around 1999/2000, right? 2004 windshield (Very minor). Cabin Door - Changed to slider in 2005 Bottom Changed - 2005 Cockpit Changed - 2007 Dash Changed - 2007 Cabin Changed – 2008 Baja: You seem to be the Baja guy, (and I have friends with them, they are a ton around our parts), can you list say the changes on a 35 or 42 outlaw? I have no idea. DONZI: A 38 ZX I don’t think has had a change since they put steps bottoms on them long ago. When did the 35/ 38ZR’s come out and what changes have they had? I know they have had some but can’t remember what they are. Anyone? Checkmate: I think they have came out with a lot in just the last couple years but don’t know. Anyone know what they have done with the Convincor 300? Formula: When is the last time they changed their FASTech’s? Quality is great but we are talking changes, I think they have been the same for at least a decade. Sunsation: Not really sure I would call them a “production” company, just for fun what changes? They have came out with 2 new boats, I would think if you include them in the production class that is the most anyone has done. Cig: I know, not production but I have been wondering, what changes has the 38 top gun went through in the last 10 years, bottom, interior, and cabin. They are over the top, I don’t see someone choosing a fountain or Cig, they are in two different classes. Kind of like when people compare the fountain to a outerlimits,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, yea and I went shopping for a lambo but bought a vette instead.:lolhit: Doubt that happens. Last thing, what would you fountain guys see changed? I like the left handed throttles, but would like to see them get away from Bravo's behind the boats. Oh yea, better wiring,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, |
I'm still trying to figure out how a fountains interior is outdated compared to baja's especially the newer fountains???
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Originally Posted by Interceptor
(Post 3305793)
"70 mph in 7 ft saltwater seas."
"75 mph against the 6 ft sea and strong wind" In a 29' boat of any design I would doubt this claim. Here are some pics..: http://www.playmarine.no/albumview.asp?albumID=223 |
No offense, but you cant run a 29ft Fountain at 75mph in 6-7ft seas. Maybe 2-3's but not REAL 7ft seas. No 29ft boat could. Not even Reggie would say that feasible. Happy to hear Reggie is moving forward with his new venture.
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Originally Posted by Yamaha 225
(Post 3311636)
This was a race that went wilder and wilder... I am not joking with you. Fountains can be raced right out of the box. I have drivien my 29 Fever in 7 RACES and there is just a big joy every time. The only thing that went wrong, was one time the after market heat exchangers wfalling off the engine... And the connector for the fuel pump that came loose from its position and was torn apart in heavy waters. The performance is insane if you know how to drive a boat. The bow is unique in these conditions. It is a boat that you just can't get enough of... Now it has 750 houres and runs just as strong as when it was new. To say it is "abused" is somewhat correct, but it just stays toghether and shines like a little diamond. That is quality! It is used primarily as a weekend boat but also a raceboat :)
Here are some pics..: http://www.playmarine.no/albumview.asp?albumID=223 ed |
I really like how the blue appears to be a refelection off the water. Nice!
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Originally Posted by offshorexcursion
(Post 3311135)
"a 43-foot sport boat, a greatly enhanced and up-tuned version."
"I haven’t upgraded the styling of either of those boats since 2004." "We are going to be a custom boat company. That’s how I started, so I’m going back to my roots." I am glad Reggie himself admits how outdated his old boats were, how they need to be more up scale like the competition, and how the current fountain is NOT a custom boat company but a production boat company! So is everyone on here want to go bash Reggie like you did me? Or admit I was right! Well at least I got some entertainment watching everyone get all worked up! LOL! |
Originally Posted by Yamaha 225
(Post 3311636)
This was a race that went wilder and wilder... I am not joking with you. Fountains can be raced right out of the box. I have drivien my 29 Fever in 7 RACES and there is just a big joy every time. The only thing that went wrong, was one time the after market heat exchangers wfalling off the engine... And the connector for the fuel pump that came loose from its position and was torn apart in heavy waters. The performance is insane if you know how to drive a boat. The bow is unique in these conditions. It is a boat that you just can't get enough of... Now it has 750 houres and runs just as strong as when it was new. To say it is "abused" is somewhat correct, but it just stays toghether and shines like a little diamond. That is quality! It is used primarily as a weekend boat but also a raceboat :)
Here are some pics..: http://www.playmarine.no/albumview.asp?albumID=223 Just one question: What months can you run your boats around in short sleeved T shirts in Norway? The North Sea is ice cold year round isn't it? Andy |
Originally Posted by offshorexcursion
(Post 3311135)
"a 43-foot sport boat, a greatly enhanced and up-tuned version."
"I haven’t upgraded the styling of either of those boats since 2004." "We are going to be a custom boat company. That’s how I started, so I’m going back to my roots." I am glad Reggie himself admits how outdated his old boats were, how they need to be more up scale like the competition, and how the current fountain is NOT a custom boat company but a production boat company! So is everyone on here want to go bash Reggie like you did me? Or admit I was right! Well at least I got some entertainment watching everyone get all worked up! LOL! |
You come on here bashing Fountains. Then get your little feelings hurt. Go into a biker bar and start bashing Harleys and see what happens. In my orginal post I conceded your baja was a grade above a bayliner. GEEZ! Most of us Fountain owners love our boats. Sometimes its a love/hate thing as with most High performance toys. But love them none the less.
Just wondering? Do any Fountain guys go on the baja forum and bash them? Seems like shootin' fish in a barrel, but just wondering. |
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