Just a little one, I'll try to play nice. :D

You were probably lounging in there watching the flat screen.

Bonehead, My take here was the going down the road with the last Fountain at 90 was unnecessary. It was not in response to your initial post, but in response to the subsequent post. Damn, you call me senile, at least I'm old enough to be somewhat confused.

You're turning into a real puzzy, I was out for 4 hours this afternoon. Well, it was in a 390 Dancer, but still I was on the water, that's four weeks in a row. Never rained up in the Bay tii about 3:30 and I had to canvas the thing back up.

Sure, go cruising in a big luxo-liner and don't call your old pals to go with you. One way!!

:D
Hi guys ,summer is here.For those of you that like to pull motors now and then this is how we do in the north country,as some would say, I have a guy!!

Jeff, lets not blow either of their heads out of proportion here. Whowever wins will only be "King of the Boathouse". There's always some goof out there spending more money than these two goofs. :p

Give it another shot Mike, no pic, just a little red x.

Hey! I gotta guy! he needs your votes on the the OSS poll,(who's gonna win in Sunny Isles) He may be racing an Activator but he's a formula loyalist.If you didnt already vote we would sure appreciate your help.would be nice to win something in this crazy azz sport.Thanks

An excellent volley though......Kitty and I can get 18 holes and lunch in prior to his leaving the slip :D

Such as Bill Tomlinson? Rumor has it the new My Way is north of 2Mil, and designed to cruise at 175 mph, all day! Think that makes him the King of the River. :(

I'm comfortable being #2.:D

North country MEN...........Get it Done
 

We, as the saying goes, also "have a Guy"!!!

The Guy
 

Logging truck and operator to pull an engine.......six pack of Labatts Blue

Logging truck and operator to place engine........12 pack of Labatts Blue

Seeing the engine finally in the boat...........PRICELESS

Third Bird Getting his hands dirty........NOT A CHANCE.!!!

I think.....Just "Priceless" fits!

Dave

I was wearing my work-place authorized (and procured :D) mechanics gloves for safety. Hand injuries from sharp objects are one of the highest frequency injuries incurred in industry.

But, you're right, I didn't want to get dirty either. :cool-smiley-011:

And by the way, I know that's you submitting this Laurie, Mike is not nearly so eloquent.

That's how we northern rednecks swap an engine. By the way, Al, operating the log plucker, was as smooth as you can get. Al has obviously played with his machine extensively. Another "by the way", his truck is a way-nice Kenworth.:cool-smiley-027:

Desormo and I used his extend-a-hoe as a cherry picker a few times.:rolleyes::angry-smiley-044:

on another note, Staci and I celebrated a year yesterday.

From what I hear, from a friend in the hardwood biz, a good Cherry log would be worth more than a normal big block these days. You gotta respect a man that's good at what he does. :cool:

You're right on both counts Ragged.

Well, getting pretty mushy-gushy and sentimental, aren't you Rip? :p

On serious note though, the fact that you wanted to let everyone know that must mean you and Staci are having fun together. That's cool. :cool-smiley-011:

Yes :)

Wax On Wax Off
 

I do believe I have found the ultimate wax for my Fountain. Money is no object when it comes to my baby. Anyone else want in on this ultimate wax let me know and I'll see if we can get a multi buy discount. You will need to move fast, as avalibility is limited.



ZYMOL SOLARIS
Price: $30,000.00

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For those looking to take the budget approach to maintaining their cherished toy, you might try this offering.

It's only $1189.00, a bargain for the man on a somewhat restricted wax budget.

And when you need a respite from the drudgery of wax on / wax off, perhaps a little fresh brew would hit the spot, reinvigorating you to carry on with the task at hand.

First week end of the summer
 

So...What is going on in the bay this week end??? Are the two big speed rasers coming out to play..Any boats showing off winter improvements..Maybe rides in the big bad black boat?? How about a class on detailing boats or valve springs..Or is it to cold for anyone to come out and play.....I bet we could find some antifreeze some place to warm us up...:D

I plan to head up to The Bay on Friday sometime. No good weather to test out the rig...so I'll be cruising at a comfortable pace to get some time on the new power. After that...It's GAME ON!

Still a few things to do, but they can be done up north.

As far as the anti-freeze...You know I'm in!

Dave

Theres always the blanket in the back of your boat and two little cutie pies to warm it up.:D

You comming up for the weekend? Rides could be a possibility, likely no racin' this weekend, sounds like Axa needs more time, and I'm still testing props. The trailer fiasco stalled that deal, but I talked to Brett @ BBlades today and he wants the input on the PP 5 blades on the Fountain, so he's letting me keep them over the weekend to be able to run them.

Haven't looked at the weekend weather, but I always have some Kentucky Anti-freze on hand, just in case. :D

Likely saturday for us, need to get some kids in a couple apartments over the next few days. Summer rentals are a PIA, WTF it will cover the boat gas for the entire summer so I guess it's worth the extra effort. Want to test the PP 5 blades first, then switch back to the Bravos for the weekend. We will be there at some point.

You have a good time Peter, while I sit on my nuts spending money on the engine swap. :angry-smiley-038:

How is that project comming along? You settle on exhaust systems yet?

I'll be thinking of you while I burn up some $4+/gal gas! :D:eek:

I have not completely made up my mind but looking at these Hardin Marine Hurricane headers with 2.25 tubes & dry tails. They look nice. Pistons are Diamond, there in and cams should be in today. Coming right along. Also bought a bottle of 30 year old Laphroaig Scotch to settle the nerves.

You're a first class act there VV. Who is doing the engine assembly for you?

Ray Genick engine & Leon Derebery dyno/tuning & rigging

Here is another shot of the Diamond pistons, The pistons were blueprinted to weigh the same as the take-outs and have gas ports, these guy's really do a heck of a job. They look like a peice of jewelry.

Here is the new universal sign for gas!!


Dave

He's lying. He tested and I know the numbers!!!! Unfugginbelievable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pete, it's over Dude. Don't even bother.:evilb:

yea, me too.
that 'bird soars!

I like that!:D