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Looking into hunting for a Fountain, and have a few questions. I'm really set on a 35' Lightning, but would be open to a 38'.. don't want any bigger. Any feedback on the maintenance differences, cost to own, pros and cons, etc.. would be appreciated. Also, I'm a fresh water only guy, living in KY. I've really only got my eyes on 2001-2010 model boats, rather not be in it for over 100K, but want something nice. I'm not close to buying, just looking for info from folks who have been in the game longer than me to help narrow my search and weigh options. Thanks!
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now that i read your comment i would say you are right. Seems i need to cool off on narrowing it down and test them. Also, i follow fountain on instagram and they just announced the return of the 42 lightning! Everyone in comments begging for interior shots, and i don't think its even up on their website yet.. but supposedly they are starting that up again
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thanks Mark! I'm not too hot on the search yet and don't want to waste your time, just trying to gather info from true sources.. people that own them, so i can figure out where i want to go with it. Do you notice a big difference in power in staggered vs side by side? I'm assuming its a trade off for cabin or cockpit space when you enlarge that engine bay. I'l save your number, thanks again!
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I've had a 27 Fever, 35 Lightning, and a 42 Lightning. If i was to do it all over again, I should have just gotten a 42 to start with. It has been my favorite.
If your set on a 35', try to find our old boat. Last I heard it was in Ohio. It's called Latest Flame ('02 35 Lightning). When I sold it (2 years ago), it was in great shape - mechanically and visually. 100mph boat that should be in your price range.
If your set on a 35', try to find our old boat. Last I heard it was in Ohio. It's called Latest Flame ('02 35 Lightning). When I sold it (2 years ago), it was in great shape - mechanically and visually. 100mph boat that should be in your price range.
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I've had a 27 Fever, 35 Lightning, and a 42 Lightning. If i was to do it all over again, I should have just gotten a 42 to start with. It has been my favorite.
If your set on a 35', try to find our old boat. Last I heard it was in Ohio. It's called Latest Flame ('02 35 Lightning). When I sold it (2 years ago), it was in great shape - mechanically and visually. 100mph boat that should be in your price range.
If your set on a 35', try to find our old boat. Last I heard it was in Ohio. It's called Latest Flame ('02 35 Lightning). When I sold it (2 years ago), it was in great shape - mechanically and visually. 100mph boat that should be in your price range.
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The 42 is a very balanced boat - it does nothing unpredictable at speed. It's almost boring, but its fast and handles any water we've had it in. We're lake boaters, hitting poker runs in Kentucky and Tennessee.
If you are into Fountains (which I am), the 42 is the best boat to have (in my opinion).
If you are into Fountains (which I am), the 42 is the best boat to have (in my opinion).
Its beautiful to look at thats for sure! I'm curious to know why you feel that way about your 42 and what type of boating you do. Because so many were made and with the new release of 42 lightnings.. I'm hoping someone could find a 42 for around 100K that is in good shape and mechanically sound. Wouldn't even mind to pay extra for something pristine.
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The 42 is a very balanced boat - it does nothing unpredictable at speed. It's almost boring, but its fast and handles any water we've had it in. We're lake boaters, hitting poker runs in Kentucky and Tennessee.
If you are into Fountains (which I am), the 42 is the best boat to have (in my opinion).
If you are into Fountains (which I am), the 42 is the best boat to have (in my opinion).
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The 42 is a very balanced boat - it does nothing unpredictable at speed. It's almost boring, but its fast and handles any water we've had it in. We're lake boaters, hitting poker runs in Kentucky and Tennessee.
If you are into Fountains (which I am), the 42 is the best boat to have (in my opinion).
If you are into Fountains (which I am), the 42 is the best boat to have (in my opinion).
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You have been on me since I started this thread weeks ago!! hahaha i feel the pressure and hear loud and clear how much you love those 42s. Honestly, you and i argued about the need to upgrade trucks to pull a 42 but truth is, I doubt i would need to. The furthest I could ever see myself pulling that thing is 20-30 miles and that would be extremely rare. At your pleasure, I won't talk myself out of a 42 now solely on account of needing a bigger truck. lol
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You have been on me since I started this thread weeks ago!! hahaha i feel the pressure and hear loud and clear how much you love those 42s. Honestly, you and i argued about the need to upgrade trucks to pull a 42 but truth is, I doubt i would need to. The furthest I could ever see myself pulling that thing is 20-30 miles and that would be extremely rare. At your pleasure, I won't talk myself out of a 42 now solely on account of needing a bigger truck. lol
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