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Forum: Southeast US
07-17-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,018
Posted By papps

Been a while since I have looked at OSO……. I am...

Been a while since I have looked at OSO…….
I am involved in LNB Brewery which is only a few minutes away from ur lake house. Would like to donate a few cases of beer to the party. Probably drop off...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-10-2018, 01:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,673
Posted By papps

F2- I think the term he used was gauled on the...

F2- I think the term he used was gauled on the cams which I guess would be on a lobe?
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-10-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,288
Posted By papps

I just posted on my rebuild experience in the...

I just posted on my rebuild experience in the General Discussion section, did full rebuilds at 470 hrs

one Piston had a broken ring when we did the tear down so not sure if that would have been...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-10-2018, 12:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,673
Posted By papps

Another rigging issue Merlin solved for me that...

Another rigging issue Merlin solved for me that was driving me crazy when I bought the boat.

Prior to the rebuilds and the extension boxes, etc......the port motor seemed to run 300-400 rpms lower...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-10-2018, 12:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,673
Posted By papps

Twin 525efi rebuilds by Merlin Marine

have been wanting to post on my experience having 2 x 525efi’s rebuilt by Merlin Marine in Buford Georgia 2015-2016 but did not want to jinx myself.....well just had the 100 hr service done last week...
Forum: General Q & A
06-23-2018, 10:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,633
Posted By papps

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Gray switch with the purple wires
Forum: General Q & A
06-23-2018, 10:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,633
Posted By papps

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Forum: General Q & A
06-23-2018, 08:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,633
Posted By papps

Mine was similar and turned out to be the neutral...

Mine was similar and turned out to be the neutral safety switch but my mechanic pointed out that several faults will result in the computer limiting the engine to 3000 rpm’s so only a scan tool will...
Forum: Baja
06-05-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,132
Posted By papps

I have a 2000 252 Islander, great all around boat...

I have a 2000 252 Islander, great all around boat but not very fast with the 310 hp 7.4 MPI. I would guess the 232 is 3-4 mph faster with same power?
Mine does 55-56 mph on the speedo @ 4600 rpm...
Forum: Fountain
05-27-2018, 03:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,369
Posted By papps

You can call or email the Fountain factory and...

You can call or email the Fountain factory and they will send you a test report by email to confirm the performance and prop when new. Your numbers sound a little low but not by much. My 2004 was...
Forum: Trucks, Trailers and Transportation
04-16-2018, 06:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,484
Posted By papps

The aluminum trailer that came with my 2004 29...

The aluminum trailer that came with my 2004 29 Fountain was listed at 2000lbs so that total tow load is about 9500lbs. Having said that I towed it with no problems using a 2008 Expedition with the...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
11-30-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 23,600
Posted By papps

No one recommends a Baja Islander series????? Not...

No one recommends a Baja Islander series????? Not sure when they stopped and started making them again but a 252 or 272 would easily break into the 60’s with black power (unfortunately mine doesn’t...
Forum: Eliminator
08-27-2017, 08:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,027
Posted By papps

No handling issues with a 28 or 30 that I have...

No handling issues with a 28 or 30 that I have experienced or read. I have a 30 but the 28 and 30 look the same to me when I see them on a trailer or on the lake. They are only 300lbs between them...
Forum: Southeast US
04-30-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,798
Posted By papps

I hung out at sunset with some friends today,...

I hung out at sunset with some friends today, perfect weather! Not many boats out on that lake which was nice.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
04-14-2017, 09:32 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 33,955
Posted By papps

I have spent more than 30 years in product...

I have spent more than 30 years in product development and testing. Trust me when I say everything is trial and error in every product development process including the use of CAD, FEA and CFD. I am...
Forum: Fountain
01-31-2017, 09:01 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 50,211
Posted By papps

It think the large singles like a 29 Fountain...

It think the large singles like a 29 Fountain fill an important gap for someone like me. It was big enough to run most days on Lake Lanier but small enough to fit my dock and pull it with a full size...
Forum: Southeast US
11-29-2016, 09:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,798
Posted By papps

Port Royal Marina near Browns Bridge has a pretty...

Port Royal Marina near Browns Bridge has a pretty good size reef also in the no wake zone just north of the southern entrance to the marina. When the water is clear I will cruise over it on the...
Forum: General Q & A
08-20-2016, 09:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,221
Posted By papps

Have you tried a 5 blade yet? I broke a Bravo 4...

Have you tried a 5 blade yet? I broke a Bravo 4 blade a couple weeks ago and my mechanic put a pair of 5 blades on it for testing. No numbers to share but really changed how the cat handled. I...
Forum: Electronics
08-20-2016, 11:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By papps

Ahhh that makes sense. I will give this adapter a...

Ahhh that makes sense. I will give this adapter a try. Thanks
Forum: Electronics
08-18-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By papps

Adding Bluetooth to a 2003 Sony/Kicker stereo system???

Last stereo I installed I was a senior in high school which was 1978 so not very familiar with aftermarket stuff since then. All I want is to be able to stream music from my iPhone or iPod. What do I...
Forum: Fountain
08-07-2016, 09:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 828
Posted By papps

Mine did once, 29 single, sprayed the switch with...

Mine did once, 29 single, sprayed the switch with WD40 in both the up and down position and solved the problem
Forum: General Q & A
08-07-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,299
Posted By papps

It is the switch with the purple wires.

It is the switch with the purple wires.
Forum: General Q & A
08-07-2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,299
Posted By papps

Had the exact issue with my 525 efi last month...

Had the exact issue with my 525 efi last month but symptoms were slightly different. Would get a quick beep at about 3100 rpm, drop below 3000 and nothing, same above 3200. We scanned it with a Rinda...
Forum: Formula
08-04-2016, 10:14 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 31,720
Posted By papps

The above pic was idling after a high speed run,...

The above pic was idling after a high speed run, temps gradually increased to 20+ degrees above ambient. Proves the bilge blower is most useful when idling. Also, I always crack the cover whenever I...
Forum: Formula
08-04-2016, 10:11 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 31,720
Posted By papps

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