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06-18-2010, 05:52 AM

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I love Fountain boats too, but Fevermike is right...the wiring is absolutely the worst

06-18-2010, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt Trulio

Hey Jeff,

Martin Sanborn was definitely a key figure at Fountain for a long time, but he hasn't been with the company the company for several years.

Martin is currently the director of North American operations for Powerboat P1 USA.

I thought I read about him being away from Fountain, just like you said Matt. but he left several yeas ago? I flew in himself, last year in 2009, at my shop, to visit our facilities and to sign me up as a Baja dealer...

maybe he was only helping on demand for fountain at that time...

06-18-2010, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by FeverMike

Strip Poker yep the parts dept is open. I am ordering new vinyl skins for my upholstery.

I love my 38TE Fountain. It has been an excellent boat for the 5 years.

Only thing I wish Fountain would do better is clean up the electrical wire rigging under the helm....it is aweful!

I ordered a fuel gauge this week for a 47 fountain. Tony or vicky answered me. they still sell parts for sure!

06-18-2010, 09:27 AM

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I thought my hull was unique in having a sloppy wiring install.

06-18-2010, 09:41 AM

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Fountain wiring = Zip Ties.....lot's and lot's of zip ties!

06-18-2010, 10:07 AM

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I stand corrected. Martin Sanborn left Fountain just before the company filed for bankruptcy. I don't know why I had him gone longer than that.

Maybe my brain has been gone longer than that.

That would be in 2009.

06-18-2010, 10:16 AM

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Hey Mike,thats cool there supplying parts ,Thats what makes a difference is service after the sale!!

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06-18-2010, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SeaDated

I love Fountain boats too, but Fevermike is right...the wiring is absolutely the worst

In defense of Fountain, I think we have to put this one in context. For a high performance / semi custom high performance boat, the wiring leaves something to be desired. Compared to most production boats, it's actually pretty good. If you don't believe me, try working on something near the bottom of the JD Pwer rankings someday.

06-18-2010, 11:07 AM

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My wiring was so so in my 93 but never had a short or any battery draw. A few dozen clamps and pack of 100 cable ties and we're good to go. As for the ride...Fountain is the best bar none! Maybe fit and finish will step up a notch with lower production numbers.

Last edited by Back4More; 06-18-2010 at 11:11 AM.