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Old 03-30-2007 | 08:52 PM
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Took delivery today. 2004 Lightning 38 with twin 525's 40 hours. Cyclone graphics with race fairing. Still wondering about if I should change to switchable exhaust and if I should change the mufflers to tips. Would be grateful for any help on the exhaust issue.

PS had a prior thread concerning insurance. FYI Had quotes from $2000 to $6700..... Went with a quote for $2683 from Inamar.........Hope this is a fair quote.
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Old 03-30-2007 | 10:05 PM
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Great looking boat! I would personally get rid of the stock muffled tips and go with either Imco muffled tips or a switchable setup.
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Old 03-30-2007 | 10:17 PM
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Thanks Indy..... i am thinking of changing the y-pipes to include switchable exhaust, and change the mufflers to 8" ss with internal and external flappers......
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Great looking boat. Congrats.
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Old 03-31-2007 | 06:34 AM
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Old 03-31-2007 | 09:01 AM
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congrats on your new boat looks great!
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Old 03-31-2007 | 09:07 AM
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Old 03-31-2007 | 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by SBIRTLES
Took delivery today. 2004 Lightning 38 with twin 525's 40 hours. Cyclone graphics with race fairing. Still wondering about if I should change to switchable exhaust and if I should change the mufflers to tips. Would be grateful for any help on the exhaust issue.

PS had a prior thread concerning insurance. FYI Had quotes from $2000 to $6700..... Went with a quote for $2683 from Inamar.........Hope this is a fair quote.

Check out the Teague ST-450's for exhaust tips the best of both worlds....had them on 27 Fountain with a single....loved them....BZ

p.s. congrats on the new boat
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Old 03-31-2007 | 07:26 PM
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That is a gorgeous boat - the cyclone graphis are just perfect on the 38 and the fairing really sets off the lines. Wish you the best of luck with her.
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Old 03-31-2007 | 07:36 PM
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best of luck. as far as the exhaust you can install the switchables from a couple of manufacturers. if your interested i am a fountain dealer on longisland, and may be able to assist you with your install. i have a lot of love and experience with the fountains which are my passion. shoot me a p.m.
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