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Forum: Fountain
03-04-2010, 01:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,668
Posted By CaptJohnT

The drives are 1.5's. I have heard the same...

The drives are 1.5's. I have heard the same about CMI's from Fountain and others
Forum: MTI (Marine Technologies)
03-03-2010, 10:23 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,159
Posted By CaptJohnT

I rode the boat with the 1075's and its way fast...

I rode the boat with the 1075's and its way fast and the guy that bought it is a first time cat owner. IMHO a great step to a cat, it handles like its on rails and the 1075's are plenty for a light...
Forum: Prop Talk
03-03-2010, 08:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,519
Posted By CaptJohnT

Are these for Bravos or 6's? Interested in the...

Are these for Bravos or 6's? Interested in the 31's or 30's if you still have them. Thanks
Forum: Fountain
03-01-2010, 10:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,668
Posted By CaptJohnT

What wheels does your friend have? Tell him he...

What wheels does your friend have? Tell him he may want to check to see if he has a bent or out of round propshaft with a dial gauge. It should be no more than .003 out.

Mine runs 81-82 with a...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-01-2010, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 870
Posted By CaptJohnT

Bravo XR SSM VS IMCO SC

I have Bravo XR SSM's with 6 blade Herings on my 35 lightning Stag 496 boat. Any advantages to going to a IMCO? Fountain Perf Report says X Dim is 22.... Thanks!!
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
03-01-2010, 07:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 865
Posted By CaptJohnT

Bravo XR SSM VS IMCO SC

I have Bravo XR SSM's with 6 blade Herings on my 35 lightning Stag 496 boat. Any advantages to going to a IMCO? Fountain Perf Report says X Dim is 22.... Thanks!!
Forum: Fountain
03-01-2010, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,668
Posted By CaptJohnT

Bravo XR SSM VS IMCO SC

I have Bravo XR SSM's with 6 blade Herings on my 35 lightning Stag 496 boat. Any advantages to going to a IMCO? Fountain Perf Report says X Dim is 22.... Thanks!!
Forum: Fountain
03-01-2010, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 28,701
Posted By CaptJohnT

I have a 2008 35 Lightning with staggered 496's,...

I have a 2008 35 Lightning with staggered 496's, XR SSM drives with 1.5 gears and 31 Hering 6 blades. the boat is a solid 82 mph with almost any load. I have had it 87 one time with a side sea and...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
10-01-2009, 09:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,156
Posted By CaptJohnT

I have a lot of time in a 47 with triples. I...

I have a lot of time in a 47 with triples. I would choose the twin setup any day. Less cost, maintenance and one less power package to worry about breaking. Also on a triple engine setup the center...
Forum: Fountain
09-24-2009, 11:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,194
Posted By CaptJohnT

I was talking to Marty yesterday, one of the test...

I was talking to Marty yesterday, one of the test drivers at Fountain and he told me "Reggie says that fat lady has not sung yet". I thinks its good to see him with a positive outlook.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-23-2009, 08:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,061
Posted By CaptJohnT

Wound anyone have any pics or drawings I could go...

Wound anyone have any pics or drawings I could go off of? Thanks!!
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-23-2009, 08:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,061
Posted By CaptJohnT

Hey Frankie!!! Hope things are going well for...

Hey Frankie!!! Hope things are going well for you. You better call me if you get back to destin. This boat has been stored on this type bunk system for 2 years in the showroom. Do you think there...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-23-2009, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,061
Posted By CaptJohnT

Question on storing a stepped bottom boat.

I have a 35 Lightning twin-step that we just purchased and I am keeping it at a local dry storage marina. I would like any advice on the best way to support the hull and steps to prevent hull...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-17-2009, 10:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,309
Posted By CaptJohnT

Hey Frankie!!! Wish you luck in your new...

Hey Frankie!!! Wish you luck in your new career!!!!:ernaehrung004:
Forum: Fountain
09-16-2009, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,438
Posted By CaptJohnT

I have a 08 35 Lightning with a full staggered...

I have a 08 35 Lightning with a full staggered 496's and XR shorties. With the stock 6 blade Herings it runs 84 with full fuel and 4 people. Light on fuel and some good chop and I have seen 89 in...
Forum: Fountain
09-02-2009, 10:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,055
Posted By CaptJohnT

In the Lightning Videos on the Fountain website...

In the Lightning Videos on the Fountain website Reggie is quoted saying that the throttles are on the left "so another person can throttle in rough water". Now...... I own a 35 lightning and also...
Forum: Fountain
09-01-2009, 09:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,832
Posted By CaptJohnT

Thanks for all of your congrats and support!!! I...

Thanks for all of your congrats and support!!! I hope to see some of you all here in Destin for the Emerald Coast Poker Run. Its a great area to boat in. :circle:
Forum: Fountain
08-31-2009, 10:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,832
Posted By CaptJohnT

Great to hear!! Has he had any issues that I...

Great to hear!! Has he had any issues that I need to keep an eye out for. Also what props is he running? Thanks:drink:
Forum: Fountain
08-31-2009, 10:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,832
Posted By CaptJohnT

Pics Posted!! Sorry I had to figure out how to...

Pics Posted!! Sorry I had to figure out how to post pics. Easiest way was to buy the Platinum membership.

Boat runs 89 according to Fountain, in the real world with fuel and friends that means...
Forum: Fountain
08-30-2009, 08:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,832
Posted By CaptJohnT

Finally got it... **Pics Posted**

I have waited a long time but I have finally been able to purchase a 2008 35 Lightning with 496's. I always dreamed of having a powerboat of some sort as I grew up in the outer banks of NC close to...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-28-2009, 01:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,738
Posted By CaptJohnT

It turns about 5000-5100 with the above mentioned...

It turns about 5000-5100 with the above mentioned load. The props do not have any visible markings from the outside so I am going on what Fountain said they put on it.

I read in a post on this...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-28-2009, 12:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,738
Posted By CaptJohnT

not discounting what you are saying but Fountain...

not discounting what you are saying but Fountain says they only shipped that combo with 1.5 ratio drives and either 6b Hering's or 5b Maximus both 32p. I would hope that they tried other combos but...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-28-2009, 12:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,738
Posted By CaptJohnT

As super speed masters have not been made for...

As super speed masters have not been made for some time Short Sport Masters is what I meant.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
08-27-2009, 11:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,738
Posted By CaptJohnT

Opinoion on 35 Lightning Staggard

I would like to ask anyone with experience on 35 Lightning's with staggard engines for any opinions, concerns problems etc... that they may have encountered. I am looking at a 35 with the 496's and...
Forum: Fountain
08-27-2009, 11:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,077
Posted By CaptJohnT

35 Lightning Staggard Opinions

I would like to ask anyone with experience on 35 Lightning's with staggard engines for any opinions, concerns problems etc... that they may have encountered. I am looking at a 35 with the 496's and...
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