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Forum: Fountain
09-14-2023, 06:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,529
Posted By Quaid24

I experienced it and was told by the guys at...

I experienced it and was told by the guys at Fountain at the time they didn't recommend anything over 100 in a 35' twin step for this exact reason.
Forum: Wanted
08-26-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 271
Posted By Quaid24

Weiand 256 super charger need asap

I need a Weiand 256 super charger. On a boat trip and one of mine crapped out. If anyone one has one around Portsmouth OH, Huntington or within a few hours, I’ll pay top dollar and drive time.
Forum: Fountain
05-29-2012, 07:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,529
Posted By Quaid24

35' Lightning

I just sold a 2002 35' Lightning. It seemed like I was always 8 MPH faster than the single step with the same power. I don't recommend the 35' if you wanna go faster than 100mph. It chine walks...
Forum: Fountain
12-21-2011, 06:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,298
Posted By Quaid24

24' Memories

I had a 1995 24' CS. Procharged 502. 89.9MPH on GPS. Just couldn't quite get that last .1MPH!!!!

Loved the boat but had nothing but problems with cracking the hull. The bottom just wouldn't...
Forum: Fountain
12-18-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,198
Posted By Quaid24

I only have 10' ceilings because the garage is in...

I only have 10' ceilings because the garage is in my basement. I am hoping a 9' door will do.

So 46' is all the longer it is on the trailer? It just seems like those drives stick so far back and...
Forum: Fountain
12-18-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,198
Posted By Quaid24

Who has a 42' Lightning w/ #6's??

I currently have a 35' Lightning but will have a 42'er w/ #6's once I have my house built. I want to make sure it will fit in my garage, as we are in the design phase right now. Can someone tell me...
Forum: Fountain
03-27-2008, 12:24 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,805
Posted By Quaid24

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/forumdisplay.ph...

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=31

Try this.
Forum: Fountain
03-27-2008, 12:08 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,805
Posted By Quaid24

So basically what you're saying is you spend less...

So basically what you're saying is you spend less for a Baja, yet they're a higher grade when compared to Fountain's?

Interesting....
Forum: Fountain
03-27-2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,805
Posted By Quaid24

in·fe·ri·or 1. lower in station, rank, degree,...

in·fe·ri·or
1. lower in station, rank, degree, or grade
2. lower in place or position; closer to the base

By definition my friend
Forum: Fountain
03-27-2008, 11:43 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,805
Posted By Quaid24

BTW Fastoys, I sell high-end electronics for...

BTW Fastoys,

I sell high-end electronics for a living. Our products cost much more than our competitors. We make more money when we sell them; that’s why we carry them. However, there is a...
Forum: Fountain
03-27-2008, 11:23 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,805
Posted By Quaid24

Does this bother any of you guys with Fountains? ...

Does this bother any of you guys with Fountains? I currently own my 2nd Fountain and have always sworn by their boats. Now that RF owns Baja, it seems like a step in the wrong direction. Why would...
Forum: General Q & A
02-21-2008, 06:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,518
Posted By Quaid24

I wish I would have know about the 02's. I...

I wish I would have know about the 02's. I ruined a motor last season at 281 hours.

Kelly O,
I added Super Chiller's and picked up 8 MPH in my 35 Lightening. Go for it!!
Forum: General Q & A
02-21-2008, 06:48 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 22,177
Posted By Quaid24

I have a pair in my 2002 35' Fountain. I love...

I have a pair in my 2002 35' Fountain. I love the motors; just make sure you follow everyone's guidelines above. I agree with the leak down test and head gasket replacement. I blew a head gasket...
Forum: General Q & A
02-15-2008, 10:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,493
Posted By Quaid24

Compression ratio difference w/ aluminum Heads???

I have a pair of 575sci's that I put aluminum Merlin heads on. If the combustion chamber volume is the same, will my compression ratio remain the same? I was told that when using aluminum heads,...
Forum: General Q & A
02-15-2008, 10:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,356
Posted By Quaid24

Placing or installing a generator like that in...

Placing or installing a generator like that in the engine bay might not be a good idea. The gas tank is going to vent directly into the engine compartment. All these vapors need is a little spark...
Forum: General Q & A
02-14-2008, 09:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,356
Posted By Quaid24

I install home electronics for a living and do...

I install home electronics for a living and do all sorts of home automation. You are right, the old-school LCD's had a power pack halfway down the power cord and we hated them. You could never find...
Forum: General Q & A
02-13-2008, 09:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,089
Posted By Quaid24

Good for you, Whassup! I think you made the...

Good for you, Whassup!

I think you made the right decision. Spend the money once and get where you want to be, instead of disappointments.
Forum: General Q & A
02-13-2008, 09:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,571
Posted By Quaid24

Rob, I have a 2002 35' Fountain, so...

Rob,

I have a 2002 35' Fountain, so everything should be basically identical to yours. You never have any issues at all with loading up or blowing black smoke? Even after running for a awhile,...
Forum: General Q & A
02-12-2008, 09:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,464
Posted By Quaid24

No Beaks..No Steps..No Pads..NO BULL !! ...

No Beaks..No Steps..No Pads..NO BULL !!

Huh???
Forum: General Q & A
02-12-2008, 08:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,916
Posted By Quaid24

I haven't mentioned it to Teague yet. It's...

I haven't mentioned it to Teague yet. It's something I just dealt with last summer and kinda forgot about it over the winter. I'll give him a call today.
Forum: General Q & A
02-12-2008, 08:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,571
Posted By Quaid24

575sci loading up since Super Chiller

I posted this reply to another thread but I figured I would get more feedback if I started a new thread with a topic that matched my question.

I added Super Chiller's last spring and when the...
Forum: General Q & A
02-12-2008, 08:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,916
Posted By Quaid24

Woody, My ECM's are not reprogrammed but...

Woody,

My ECM's are not reprogrammed but yes, I did use pick ups.

So Merc has the motors fat at idle? I could see them being fat at WOT but why would they make it fat at idle? Before I added...
Forum: General Q & A
02-12-2008, 08:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,464
Posted By Quaid24

My advice is this: "Buy once, Cry once" Even...

My advice is this: "Buy once, Cry once"

Even if you spend a few more dollars today, you'll either spend the money now or you'll spend it later.
Forum: General Q & A
02-12-2008, 07:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,916
Posted By Quaid24

Hey guys, I have really enjoyed reading your...

Hey guys, I have really enjoyed reading your post. I hadn't visited OSO in a while, but w/ the season approaching I figured I get back in the game.

Here's my experience w/ 575's: I have a pair...
Forum: General Q & A
02-11-2008, 05:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By Quaid24

Leakdown Test

I would take it a step further and perform a leak-down test. Unlike a compression test, this can be done without putting power to the motor and having the starter rotate it and it is a much better...
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