Apparently folks are reading more into this than I wrote. I never said the non-triumph dealer was touting a warranty. I said I read it on their (Triumph's) website and in their brochures.
And, as NCangler pointed out, a written request within 15 days along with proof of purchase...., etc" I didn't see the part about a notarized proof of purchase. This is what I mean by singling out one particular boat or purchaser. A proof of purchase should be satisfactory. I would think a legal document, such as a Transfer of Title would meet that criteria.
I also need to point out, no where in our phone conversations with the customer service rep or his superior was there any mention of money to go along with the notarized proof of purchase. I guess they hold that in the bag as the last resort.
I am not aware if there are other companies that charge that amount of money to transfer some paperwork. Mercury Marine charges $25.00, Yamaha charges nothing. But money is not the issue here. Policy is the issue.
Lastly, I was not aware that venting is not accecptable. The only experience I have had with an owners club is with the Silverton Owners Club. We, pride ourselves on the fact that a member can say what he wishes, weather it be pro or con toward Silverton, a particular dealer, or a marine based partner. We indeed welcome hearing the problems other owners are facing, and we work together to solve those problems.
We are not under the thumb of Silverton or any of it's dealers, and because of what has been said on that board, you will see the Silverton Company advertise our owner's club in just about everyone of their advertisements. They want prospective buyers to be fully aware of how other owners feel about them, and what we have to say about them. But that is one of the differences of an employee-owned company, as compared to one that is a part of a privately held corporate empire, such as Genmar Holdings.

I will, in all probability, purchase this boat. I gave my word to the dealer a few days ago, and usually I don't go back on what I say. However, I will keep my fingers crossed that I will never need Triumph to stand behind this product. I just really like the boat.

And, NCangler, Thank you for inviting me back to participate. I will look forward to it.