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Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 10:11 AM

Just went out yesterday...
With both a record number of registered folks and a record number of returns, I don't want anyone upset that they didn't get their updates. We were going through the database and a lot of people misspelled or incorrectly entered e-mail addresses (earthlnk instead of earthlink for example...) and we are correcting those, but there are quite a few that look legit but have gotten returned.
Spam is out of control, and we know this. As such, a lot of spam filters are highly attuned to our updates with all of the pictures and hyperlinks, and so even though every update is sent to someone who registered for it, we still get denied by some Spam blockers.
So, bottom line is this... If you are signed up for the Trident updates (this is a really good one...) and didn't get yours last night or this morning, please re-register with your current e-mail address at Registration Page (http://www.tridentboats.com/register/register.cfm)
If you are sure you got your address right, check your spam blocked box, or the junk mail file and see if you can retrieve it.
The updates are not confidential, and they can be freely distributed. Anyone who does not want to register for whatever reason can get a look at the update by going to Trident Update (http://www.tridentboats.com/news/23/index10.cfm) We will keep that link up for a little while for all of the lurkers...
Enjoy the update! Lots of stuff in this one from the features list (with pictures finally) to sneak peeks of the new website about to be released...
Thanks everyone for the support,
Wes

Phat Matt

01-04-2006, 10:13 AM

I got the email yesterday. Looking good Dude. :)
How does it sound? :D

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 10:17 AM

I got the email yesterday. Looking good Dude. :)
How does it sound? :D
Extremely loud...
I don't know if you saw this pic in the update, but middle of the page on the left is the stock subwoofer enclosure...
http://www.tridentboats.com/news/23/feature%5Flist/features.jpg
Boom...

Phat Matt

01-04-2006, 10:19 AM

I saw all the pics. I went through the update last night. That's why I'd like to hear it. :D

DCBDaytona

01-04-2006, 10:47 AM

What are those white things that say "Place Diverter" on them????

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 10:53 AM

What are those white things that say "Place Diverter" on them????
The end of prop domination in 21 foot and up boats...

DCBDaytona

01-04-2006, 10:57 AM

How does the boat act while in neutral or reverse? How about around the docks? Curious to know.

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 11:03 AM

How does the boat act while in neutral or reverse? How about around the docks? Curious to know.
Significantly better manuverability at low speeds, around docks, launching and recovering, offloading etc... than any prop you could put on it. It can do 360's in the Parker Keys without any problems whatsoever. Not to mention, the driver can see everything from the helm seat without having to stand up or wonder where the tips are.

DCBDaytona

01-04-2006, 11:06 AM

I'd assume that it acts like a cat with twins then? Twin outboard boats are a breeze around the docks, and it is nice to do 360s on a dime.

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 11:09 AM

I'd assume that it acts like a cat with twins then? Twin outboard boats are a breeze around the docks, and it is nice to do 360s on a dime.
It actually works a lot better than a cat with twins because of the smoothness of shifting from forward to reverse with the jets. You don't have any gears to mesh, just reverse buckets. You can stay elevated in your RPM's and have a ton of control when manuvering at low speeds.

RandyH

01-04-2006, 11:17 AM

MR HARLEY

01-04-2006, 11:28 AM

Looking good Wes , keep up the good work! :cool:

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 11:50 AM

Great looking work. Love that Transom adapter plate.
Will the pump supplier ever make flange mounts for your Transom Angle??
Doesnt that help keep the Chaulking to a minimum and we all know what the chaulk looks like after a couple seasons.
Also have you considered buying a Label machine for wiring and actually have wire numbers on both ends of the wiring. I think our shop uses a Brady labeler that looks real nice. Maybe you are headed towards a prefabed harness and it will all be taken care of?
Looks Great Wes, Great job,
RandyH
In order...
Not likely. We have the only "Zero Degree" transom on the water right now. With no angle on the transom, we are able to get the hand-hole cleanout outside the boat, with the intake 100% in the boat. This keeps the transom strong and prevents leaks. Most jets you see that are set back either have the transom of the boat completely cut out in the bottom (terrible for strength...) or the cleanout is inside the boat which both puts the jet further forward and makes for reduced benefit of setting it back.
I don't think legend will build us a specific jet, but we will see.
The wiring is all done with individual colors for each part ( no two are replicated) and each boat comes with a wiring diagram. Additionally, once it gets past the instrument panel and switch wiring, the wiring is 100% covered by an abrasion resistant coating that still drains called "Tech Flex". Not cheap, and harder to work with, but it really does a phenomenal job protecting the wires and cleaning up the install. Each drop terminates in a Weatherpak connector, so butt joints are a thing of the past for us. Additionally, each harness is now being built by a Mil-Spec certified company specifically for us. The cost is staggering, but the quality is unsurpassed by anything on the market today. I will try to get some pics of the drops on the prototype for you...

Infomaniac

01-04-2006, 11:55 AM

Great update Wes.
I am going to go straight to the downloadable stuff and get that printable gelcoat template.
LOL

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 12:01 PM

Great update Wes.
I am going to go straight to the downloadable stuff and get that printable gelcoat template.
LOL
Don't laugh... I am half expecting that from someone... ;)

HCS

01-04-2006, 12:04 PM

Great updates!
I don't see a CEM battery hold down in the updates. ;)

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 02:35 PM

Great updates!
I don't see a CEM battery hold down in the updates. ;)
Yeah, you won't.

RiverDave

01-04-2006, 03:46 PM

I'd be impressed if you did see one, CEM is outta biz broham. :D
RD

Froggystyle

01-04-2006, 05:10 PM

I'd be impressed if you did see one, CEM is outta biz broham. :D
RD
Plus, they didn't do a six-volt. Trick hold downs though, and I did talk to RD before they stopped making them about doing some for us.

wsuwrhr

01-04-2006, 05:35 PM

I just nutted myself seeing the white/red Trident hull.
Dammit I need to clean up.
Brian

Mandelon

01-04-2006, 05:58 PM

They are being produced right now in long and short sleeve, with a couple of really big ones thrown in there for our really big boys. (Brady Bunch that means you!) We want this to be your favorite shirt.
LOL, BB is famous!!! :p

1manshow

01-04-2006, 06:00 PM

Plus, they didn't do a six-volt. Trick hold downs though, and I did talk to RD before they stopped making them about doing some for us.
Any pics of those trick 6 volt battery holders???

1manshow

01-05-2006, 06:02 PM

Plus, they didn't do a six-volt. Trick hold downs though, and I did talk to RD before they stopped making them about doing some for us.
Any pics??

Froggystyle

01-05-2006, 06:51 PM

Any pics??
Found this one for you of the battery holder in the boat. I will try to rustle up some better pics for you though...
http://www.highperformancecars.com/froggystyle/battery_pic.jpg

Froggystyle

01-06-2006, 03:49 PM

OK... we have a good fifty people that didn't get it that had slightly bad addresses that still haven't re-registered.
Just don't want anyone to miss it...

NashvilleBound

01-06-2006, 05:30 PM

OK... we have a good fifty people that didn't get it that had slightly bad addresses that still haven't re-registered.
Just don't want anyone to miss it...
I just figured since I went with the Tragic I was just getting the cold shoulder....... :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Froggystyle

01-06-2006, 09:06 PM

I just figured since I went with the Tragic I was just getting the cold shoulder....... :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:
Negative Ghostrider...
I figure you are my ideal client. Displaced from everything modern and urban out in Dixie... you must be fiending for some West Coast style out there in line-dance land. If you get one, I will throw in a torque wrench, Loctite red and some nylocs for you to use on your Magic... ;)
In all seriousness though... did you get the update? #2 is right up your alley color-wise.

NashvilleBound

01-07-2006, 04:35 AM

Negative Ghostrider...
I figure you are my ideal client. Displaced from everything modern and urban out in Dixie... you must be fiending for some West Coast style out there in line-dance land. If you get one, I will throw in a torque wrench, Loctite red and some nylocs for you to use on your Magic... ;)
In all seriousness though... did you get the update? #2 is right up your alley color-wise.
Copy on the West Coast style idea....negative on the update. GhostRider is about all it is lately....me sitting in the sled waiting for spring... and you were not supposed to mention the line dancing gig... 280lbs(trying to hit 300 by summer), 6'3.... I bet I look like a frog in a blender.....

Froggystyle

01-07-2006, 10:27 AM

Copy on the West Coast style idea....negative on the update. GhostRider is about all it is lately....me sitting in the sled waiting for spring... and you were not supposed to mention the line dancing gig... 280lbs(trying to hit 300 by summer), 6'3.... I bet I look like a frog in a blender.....
Click here... Trident Update (http://www.tridentboats.com/news/23/index10.cfm) for the update.
Let me know what you think...

HCS

01-07-2006, 11:07 AM

Click here... Trident Update (http://www.tridentboats.com/news/23/index10.cfm) for the update.
Let me know what you think...
Looking at your online store. I like black.
Put a bright brillant pic of the boat with the Trident logo over the top.
Black long sleeve tee would be nice. Large will do. :rolleyes:

Froggystyle

01-07-2006, 12:30 PM

Looking at your online store. I like black.
Put a bright brillant pic of the boat with the Trident logo over the top.
Black long sleeve tee would be nice. Large will do. :rolleyes:
I could make some in black... just not much of a river color. Long sleeve might be nice though for motorcycle riders and such...

HCS

01-07-2006, 12:48 PM

I could make some in black... just not much of a river color. Long sleeve might be nice though for motorcycle riders and such...
That would be good. Black works well up here in the cooler weather.

Froggystyle

01-07-2006, 01:10 PM

That would be good. Black works well up here in the cooler weather.
I will keep thee appraised...

NashvilleBound

01-07-2006, 03:31 PM

Click here... Trident Update (http://www.tridentboats.com/news/23/index10.cfm) for the update.
Let me know what you think...
Boat looks great....clean. I would like to see number two/three up close... I will look again anyways.
nope, just the higher shop pic.....nothing close up.

Froggystyle

01-07-2006, 03:57 PM

Boat looks great....clean. I would like to see number two/three up close... I will look again anyways.
nope, just the higher shop pic.....nothing close up.
Here are a couple from last night... We haven't pulled the bottom out yet. Ready to pop on Monday...
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10443&stc=1
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10444&stc=1
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10445&stc=1

wsuwrhr

01-07-2006, 04:02 PM

Damn you Wes,
I just nutted myself again.
Brian

NashvilleBound

01-07-2006, 05:07 PM

thats more my speed right there.......nice!

Froggystyle

01-07-2006, 05:18 PM

thats more my speed right there.......nice!
Well... it happens to be for sale. ;)

NashvilleBound

01-07-2006, 05:21 PM

Well... it happens to be for sale. ;)
Imagine that :rolleyes: Does it have a bedroom and head? I will need one...I mentioned buying a 38 footer for some fun....oh, HELL NO......I can read enough into that to know better after 18years....

Froggystyle

01-09-2006, 01:36 PM

Imagine that :rolleyes: Does it have a bedroom and head? I will need one...I mentioned buying a 38 footer for some fun....oh, HELL NO......I can read enough into that to know better after 18years....
Technically... yes. We have an optional "second home" package that includes a "berthing area", a "galley" and "head". The reality is, it is the long bench seats for berthing, a hot plate and sink for a galley and a porta potti under the helm that needs to be pulled out to be used. It is purely for tax purposes, but will answer all needs for this reason.
I personally think that the porta potti is the worst invention for boaters ever conceived for actual use. Clearly anyone who opts for one with the intention of using it has never had to clean out a honey bucket at the end of a vacation weekend...

al cole'holic

01-09-2006, 01:43 PM

Here are a couple from last night... We haven't pulled the bottom out yet. Ready to pop on Monday...
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10443&stc=1
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10444&stc=1
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10445&stc=1
GOD F'N DAMNIT

al cole'holic

01-09-2006, 01:45 PM

Well... it happens to be for sale. ;)
OH FOCKIN A

Froggystyle

01-09-2006, 01:52 PM

Wow... we got so many hits off of that TV show we might be in danger of actually starting a waiting list!!!!
I may be giving demo rides at Katherines this weekend. We will see.

redi4fun

01-09-2006, 02:24 PM

Wes,
Check your Trident Boat e-mail.
Thanks,
Mike

cola

01-09-2006, 02:35 PM

I could make some in black... just not much of a river color. Long sleeve might be nice though for motorcycle riders and such...
XXL I'll take 1/2 dozen

Froggystyle

01-09-2006, 02:39 PM

XXL I'll take 1/2 dozen
Well then... I think I can accurately assess that there would be interest in a black long sleeve shirt. ;)
I don't even know how to scream like that yet...

cola

01-09-2006, 02:42 PM

Well then... I think I can accurately assess that there would be interest in a black long sleeve shirt. ;)
I don't even know how to scream like that yet...
Sorry for screaming but I wanted to make sure you heard me. :)

riverbound

01-09-2006, 03:06 PM

Screaming Pete

01-09-2006, 03:12 PM

Wes, the red boat looks great, how's the bow ramp and hatch cover comming, blue and red are hot colors also :rollside: :cool:

wsuwrhr

01-09-2006, 03:28 PM

Clearly anyone who opts for one with the intention of using it has never had to clean out a honey bucket at the end of a vacation weekend...
Now it seems you and I don't share the same definiton of a "honeybucket"
Brian

wsuwrhr

01-09-2006, 03:33 PM

What is the billet vendor discount for this boat?
That is the most bitchen contrast. I wet myself again.
Just as a side note: maybe a little more silver or grey on the red white contrast.
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10443&stc=1
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10444&stc=1
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10445&stc=1[/QUOTE]

hoolign

01-09-2006, 03:35 PM

Technically... yes. We have an optional "second home" package that includes a "berthing area", a "galley" and "head". The reality is, it is the long bench seats for berthing, a hot plate and sink for a galley and a porta potti under the helm that needs to be pulled out to be used. It is purely for tax purposes, but will answer all needs for this reason.
I personally think that the porta potti is the worst invention for boaters ever conceived for actual use. Clearly anyone who opts for one with the intention of using it has never had to clean out a honey bucket at the end of a vacation weekend...
Second only to the "incinolet" :yuk:

Froggystyle

01-09-2006, 05:53 PM

Now it seems you and I don't share the same definiton of a "honeybucket"
Brian
Actually, it probably works out to be about the same if you are the one who has to clean it out at the end of a vacation weekend...

Froggystyle

01-09-2006, 05:54 PM

wsuwrhr

01-09-2006, 05:56 PM

Actually, it probably works out to be about the same if you are the one who has to clean it out at the end of a vacation weekend...
I'm DYING over here.
Damn,
Jacked again.
Brian

wsuwrhr

01-09-2006, 06:01 PM

Pinlines are silver...[/QUOTE]
Ey Sir.
Note:
"maybe a little more silver or grey on the red white contrast"
I should have said, what do you think about making the pin lines more of a marker line. Just a suggestion.
Good thing, I already have my colors picked out.
I can't wait to see this one together. I may have to refrain.
Brian

Froggystyle

01-09-2006, 06:05 PM

Pinlines are silver...
Good thing, I already have my colors picked out.
I can't wait to see this one together. I may have to refrain.
Brian[/QUOTE]
It will make the purchase that much easier in a couple of years!

wsuwrhr

01-09-2006, 06:14 PM

It will make the purchase that much easier in a couple of years!
Excellent!!!
Can I install my own billet?
Will you install my INDY 547? Ill take the turbos though.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/63indywedgeengine-med.jpg
And last but not least...
Can I get the honeybucket option in case I don't get the house?
Brian