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CRIMAR,
I can't answer all of your questions or settle your nerves about buying new technology. I can tell you about my experience with boats and my Triumph 170CC. You used the term "many" distortions, etc. I've owned quite a few boats and had issues with everyone of them at one time or another. Boats are like anything else that has a warranty. If you buy an automobile ,never change the oil,keep air in the tires, or replace them before they blow out, I will bet you are going to have a problem with the warranty. I have not had a single problem with my Triumph. Once a year I check all of the deck screws to insure that they are snug (none have ever loosened). I have not had to replace any pumps,wiring or any other parts and pieces on the hull. None of my hangy things have fallen off, but I put them on properly with the correct adhesive for plastic,etc. I can't imagine that your are getting many negative feelings about Triumph boats on this website so I assume that you are reading other forums. If you are then you are also reading about problems with other brands of boats,dealers, and manufactuers. If I'm not mistaken, I've only read info from "ONE" person that is having a warranty issue with Triumph. Every other one that I've heard of has been resolved. If you have unlimited funds, there are better boats on the market. If you have only a small amount of money to spend, there are worse boats on the market. If you feel like you would like to purchase a Triumph, but are nervous about the technology, buy a used 170CC. If you like it, sell it and buy a new 23'; one thing is absolute in the boat owning business; you are going to have to tighten screws, replace pumps,wiring, etc. Its part of the fun of defeating "MURPHY'S LAW." I went through the same turmoil you're going through before I purchased my Triumph; by the same token, I never thought I would drive a front wheel drive automobile!!!! I put quite a few hours on my boat each year fishing/playing. If you could see the small amount of time that I spend on preparing my boat for the next outing you would be pleasantly surprised. I don't know how old you are, but with a "transferrable" lifetime warranty on the hull, let your children worry about dealing with any warranty problems!!!! Good luck with your decision. If I can help you with any specific questions, send me a private message.
John D.
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