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What heads and what are the engine centers?

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34 in crank center and big brodix heads. Fountain 38 ft 1989

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These will fit no problem on your Fountain. They my touch the hatch though. Is this a TRS or SSM 3 boat?

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The pics above are on a 1990 8.8m Fountain, it's got the same centers as yours.

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#4 speedmasters . I also have the big blower hatch .Are the motors in the picture tall decks and are these stock lightning headers,?

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Yep, tall decks. The headers are the Stainless Steel version. A bit more money but well worth it. We run mostly in fresh but do get down into the SF Bay in salt water. I would go with the SS regardless, they will last longer. I fush and drain after every use, regardless of the water salt content.

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got 'em too. purchased used and still holding up fine.

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I've got a couple sets of my old Scarab, 6 years old now, stainless inner and outer, no problems at all.

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Originally Posted by Lofty (Post 2004589)

They are made by Lightning in CA and no, they do not make any for the 496.

We have them listed here;
http://www.oneilloffshore.com/produc...id=882&exp=all

FYI--- YES---The Lightning "Platinum" Headers from CP Performance are made for the 496MAG and 496MAG HO. These headers have been available since 2004. These headers are also available in a silent choice diverter style version as well as a low port exit offering. The standard exit Platinum Headers which feature a stainless inner and mild steel outer tube (Fresh Water) in a Silver(also available in Black color) Platinum Powder Coated finish and all necessary installation hardware for #310-40208 $1999.99 while a stainless inner and outer tube (Salt Water) version in a polished Stainless Steel finish is available for #310-40316 $3595.99 Best of all there is "NO" engine cover modifications required like the other guys. These headers are the perfect offering for any big block application as well as the 496 family of engines. We have headers in-stock and ready for immediate delivery:D
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But will they work with a 496 with 830 horsepower?