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Forum: Fountain
02-12-2007, 11:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,115
Posted By nixter

Fountainkyfever, You should be right in the...

Fountainkyfever,

You should be right in the ballpark with those props. The hydromotives are a great prop for the twin big block 29 fever.
Spin the props outward (meaning port propeller spins...
Forum: Fountain
09-20-2006, 09:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,837
Posted By nixter

Re: Lookin at a couple of 29 fevers

Jason, give me a call on my cell 513-617-9102 and we can talk about your 1990 29 fever. Thanx, Nixter!
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
07-07-2006, 03:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,036
Posted By nixter

Re: Ohio River Poker Run

Dano

Thanx for the info! Sounds pretty good. Any registration forms available online or by fax or mail? Anything going on Friday besides the WILD party Friday night? Nixter :drink:
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
07-07-2006, 12:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,036
Posted By nixter

Re: Ohio River Poker Run

Dano,

What are the 3 classes? Broken down by speed? If so, what are the speed brackets? I'm debating on entering, but I have to make sure I'm not working that Saturday and how many people I...
Forum: Fountain
05-20-2006, 10:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,877
Posted By nixter

Re: fountain is on ebay now...

Jonas,

If I had the money, I'd be all over that 35! What's goin' on down in Mexico? My wife is in Tijuana right now waiting for her immigration papers. I'm trying to get out by you in the San...
Forum: Fountain
05-09-2006, 01:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,627
Posted By nixter

Re: Props for a 29 w/ Twin 454

Top speed GPS with the 24" Hydromotive QIV 4 blades was 72-73mph with 2/3 rds fuel and 2 adults. After I had the props lab finished GPS speed was 74-75mph. In the early spring and in fall, when...
Forum: Fountain
05-09-2006, 10:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,627
Posted By nixter

Re: Props for a 29 w/ Twin 454

Pullmytrigger,

I believe, but I am not positive that Fountain started using the Hydro's on 94' models...a year before the stepped models started coming out.
Minimum plaining speed is...
Forum: Fountain
05-08-2006, 01:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,627
Posted By nixter

Re: Props for a 29 w/ Twin 454

Outcastyj

The three bladed mirage 25" pitch was the standard prop that came with the boat. There has been an improvement on the 3 blade Mirage with the introduction of the Mirage plus. In the...
Forum: Fountain
05-05-2006, 03:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,627
Posted By nixter

Re: Props for a 29 w/ Twin 454

Outcastyj,

I have a 91' 29 fever with twin 454/365 mags. I run 24" 4 blade hydros. The boat handles and performs the best with these. I have since upgraded my engines, added stand-off boxes and...
Forum: Fountain
04-13-2006, 11:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,599
Posted By nixter

Re: project 27

Pull My Trigger,

Before I put on the 2" Imco shorties, The old Bat Boat would run 80.5 MPH GPS. After installing the Imco's I know my midrange has picked up with the 5 Blade Hydros, but I need to...
Forum: General Q & A
04-06-2006, 03:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,734
Posted By nixter

Re: Who has the best shorties?

Rebel,

I looked at max machine works, Teague, Bravo Shop and IMCO. All the boaters I know used the IMCO lowers. Plus they were more available in the used market. Some people love them, some...
Forum: General Q & A
04-06-2006, 12:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,734
Posted By nixter

Re: Who has the best shorties?

R H,

At WOT my water pressure was between 25-30 PSI. I keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't go over 30 PSI. I usually run around 3500-4000RPM and the PSI is usually around 20-22PSI. ...
Forum: General Q & A
04-06-2006, 01:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By nixter

Re: head gasket recommendation for 540

Du,

Try performance gasket 262-677-4690....I think they carry Cometic.
Forum: General Q & A
04-06-2006, 01:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,734
Posted By nixter

Re: Who has the best shorties?

Rebel Heart,

I just put IMCO 2" shorties on my 91 29 Fever. I also have stellings extension boxes. I had to go with 5 blade p-5 Hydromotives. It gets on plane really well and mid range cruise...
Forum: Fountain
03-23-2006, 10:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,599
Posted By nixter

Re: project 27

Snielsen, Yeah the line I usually get is "That boat looks incredible but I bet it gets hot as hell!!!!" I just use white fountain towels on the red interior and when I need to walk on the deck.
...
Forum: Fountain
03-21-2006, 08:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,599
Posted By nixter

Re: project 27

Snielson,

If you haven't installed the dash panel yet, order ya two drive temp gauges and move the fuel gauge next to or close to the silent choice switch on the starboard gunnel by the switch...
Forum: General Q & A
12-20-2005, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,396
Posted By nixter

Re: 36 ft fountain weigh ?

According to my 1989 Fountain brochure a dry weight for a 36 Fever is listed as 7800LBS.....then figure in fuel @ 210gal and gear etc. I think you'll be alright but don't have a bunch of people in...
Forum: Fountain
12-17-2005, 04:37 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,273
Posted By nixter

Re: Post pics of your non step Fountain's

US1 Fountain,

I've been to every L C Poker Run since the first one in 1997.
This year (2005) was the first one I missed with the boat. I decided to ride with some friends this year and watch as...
Forum: Fountain
12-16-2005, 10:41 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,273
Posted By nixter

Re: Post pics of your non step Fountain's

91 29 Fever T/454 Mags.....Jan 2006 will be my 10th year with the boat! Many upgrades and many good times and memories!
Forum: Fountain
09-01-2005, 11:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,837
Posted By nixter

Re: Lookin at a couple of 29 fevers

Scott, thanx for the compliment. The comment I usually receive is "That Black gelcoat is beautiful, but doesn't it get hot?" Yes it does and it is a lot of buffing, polishing and waxing but I...
Forum: Fountain
09-01-2005, 05:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,837
Posted By nixter

Re: Lookin at a couple of 29 fevers

Here are some more. I have since taken the red stripe off the sides of the boat. It looks much better all Black. Now I just need some updated pictures. Let me know if you need any detailed photos...
Forum: Fountain
09-01-2005, 05:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,837
Posted By nixter

Re: Lookin at a couple of 29 fevers

Here are some photos of my 91' twin 29!
Forum: Fountain
09-01-2005, 04:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,837
Posted By nixter

Re: Lookin at a couple of 29 fevers

Allen,Dago,Rgriff

B4 I added the extension boxes, hydraulic steering, Gil headers, water crossovers and hydraulic roller cam it ran 72-74MPH..written test report 77MPH....maybe on a great day low...
Forum: Fountain
09-01-2005, 03:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,837
Posted By nixter

Re: Lookin at a couple of 29 fevers

Rgriff, I have a 91' 29 with twin 454 mags and I love it except for the gas. I've had it for nine years and have done many upgrades and modifications to it to enhance performance and keep it modern....
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
08-14-2005, 10:50 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 21,334
Posted By nixter

Re: 2005 Lake Cumberland Poker Run

I'll be there with my little fountain twin 29. That is if nothing breaks at the Emerald Coast Poker Run. :eek: :drink: I'll be in the all black Fountain. Bringing a couple of friends and...
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