Fountaine Pajot is a French catamaran builder as common in charter fleets as Lagoon.
1. Why a Separate Guide for Fountaine Pajot?
Large window areas and twin engines put watertightness and machinery at the front of the survey.
Common models: Lucia, Helia, Saba, Astrea, Elba, Isla, Tanna.
2. What We Look at Closely
On top of the standard survey scope, these are the points we pay particular attention to on a Fountaine Pajot. They are not faults of the make; they are where findings most often appear on boats of this type and use.
Window and coachroof sealing
The bonding and seals of the large side and front windows are inspected; headlining stains and moisture readings reveal any leak history.
Bridgedeck underside
The slamming area is sounded; if repairs are visible there, thickness and moisture are measured.
Saildrives and twin engines
Diaphragm replacement history, oil condition and each engine's behaviour under load are recorded separately.
Rudder bearings
Rudder play is measured ashore; helm feel and noise are assessed at sea.
Deck hardware
Deck core around winch, windlass and fairlead fastenings is checked for moisture.
Charter history and records
Fleet records, major work and any incident history are requested; undocumented work is reported as "not verifiable".
Points We Pay Attention To on This Make
These are not claims of defects. They are the places we spend extra time on boats of this build; every boat is judged on its own use and maintenance history.
Fountaine Pajot catamarans
- Forward crossbeam and trampoline attachments.
- Bridgedeck joints and underside.
- Saildrives and steering in both hulls.
- Bulkhead attachments and door alignment.
- Sealing at deck and glazing joints.
- Interior and system wear from charter use.
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